Waterloo Evening Courier Publishes 1911 Circulation Statement
The Waterloo Evening Courier presents its annual circulation report for 1911, asserting growing reach and public trust. It defends against rival claims of inflated circulation, notes ads rate adjustments tied to six month figures, and claims rates align with audited data. The paper underscores ongoing subscriber gains in Waterloo since February and confirms a six month period ending mid 1911 for rate calculation.
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Waterloo Evening Courier
United States
Courier
Tthe Courier
Waterloo
Enerier
Flo
Waterioo
Akiy
Hs Neighbor
Itis
Iowa City
Wsiorn
Audit Company of New York
Perblic
New York
May Be Slayer of Postmaster in Fairport Case
Henry Brungon was arrested in Davenport and brought to Muscatine after a coroner jury recommended action in the case of Postmaster Bert Hershey’s killing. Authorities say Brungon admitted breaking into Hershey’s store but denied involvement in Hershey’s death. Hershey’s body was found after an all night vigil for the thief who looted the store Sunday night.
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Muscatine
Henry Brungon
Bert Hershey
Fairport
Davenport
Hershey
For Rent and For Sale Notice on Washington and Sune mit
Classified ad lists modern furnished rooms near 593 Washington and a six room house on Sune mit St priced at 1600 with 500 down and 1100 remaining. Interested buyers or renters should inquire Geo Jenaun at 127 Reppler Raw.
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Washington, Bt
Sunemit St
Inquire Geo
Jenaun
Gompers Testifies on Contempt in Buck's Stove Case
President Gompers testified in the District of Columbia Supreme Court in contempt proceedings tied to Buck's Stove and Range Company vs Bol. The AFL chief described striking the firm's name from the We Do Patronize list in the federation publication, arguing the action followed the restraining order.
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Washington
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Supreme Court of the
District of Columbia
John Mitchell
Frank Morrison
Gould
American Federationist
Federation
Buck's Stove and Range Company
Mr. Gomner
Not Violation Found in Training Order Claims
The remarks indicate that at the time no breach of the training order by the named individual was established or proven, suggesting compliance with the order as interpreted in the record.
Delegates Arrive for German American Society Convention
Two hundred delegates arrive from across Iowa for the annual German American Society convention in Eagles hall. Commitments fill the day as elaborate preparations are made for the banquet at seven, with Hermand Miller as toastmaster and Metropolitan Orchestra providing music.
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Iowa
Eagles
Fitth Street
Hermand Miller
Metropolitan Orchestra
Short Gore in Full Swing at Cedar Falls Armory Exhibit
The Cedar Valley short course opened with full organization across departments. Demonstrations from Ames State College car and crowded halls showcased handiwork, farm products, and machinery while infrastructure and enrollment received careful attention from officials.
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Cedar Falls
Cedar Valley
Bliss
Charles J. Karst
Voorhees
State College
Ames
Burr Hotel
Knowles
Kennedy
Armory
Tarry
Moore
County bids opened for blank books and office supplies
Four bids were opened from the Hud son Record Cedar Falls Record Waterloo Office Supply and Matt Parrot Sons for county supplies. The board faces uncertainty since the exact need cannot be foretold and may leave the purchase to the board's purchasing committee as in the past.
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Hudson Record
Cedar Falls Record
Waterloo Office Supply Company
Matt Parrot & Sons Company
Board of Supervisors
Hope Martin Seen as Waterloo Mayor Candidate
Rumors say Hope Martin may run for mayor of Waterloo in the upcoming campaign. Since returning from a southern trip, chatter has grown among local politicians about his candidacy for the mayoralty, challenging incumbent J R Rector who defeated him six years ago in Black Hawk county bids.
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Martin
Waterloo
Martin Wasen
Board of Supervisors
Black Hawk County
J. R. Rector
Farm House Burned Near Parkersburg in Lawn City Area
The farm of Hailey brothers near Parkersburg burned Saturday night and was occupied by Hebert Wiley and family. Crew saved roots, while others helped contain the fire. Local residents were seen visiting and travelling through Lawn City as news of the blaze spread.
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Erdar Alts
Hailey Brothers
Parkersburg
Hebert Wiley Ane
Jenken
Carthind
Togan
Prank George and family emigrate to Texas
Frank George and family plan to move to Manville Texas where they have bought lands. The article notes homestead law issues and Texas plans to compete for homesteads in other regions. It references various local notices and charitable society activities in Cedar Falls.
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George
Texas
Frank George
Manville
Tex
Elabin
Oor Orathers
Esas
Mr Martin Away on Fort Podge Cigar Store Business
The article notes Mr Martin is out of the city on business at Fort Podge related to his cigar store and could not be interviewed on the matter.
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Martin
Fort Podge
Imperial Troops Suffer Heavy Losses in Chi Chow Battle
A Chinese Free Press cablegram reports 1500 imperial troops killed or wounded and 500 captured in a battle at Chi Chow west of Foo Chow. Republican forces led by General Lim Chung numbered 1000 against 5900 imperial troops commanded by General Chung Fung. Foo Chow in An Wasgt province was captured. Chi Chow lies in Kiang Sw province.
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San Francisco
Tech
Chi Chow Westere
Chinese Free Press
Lim Chung
Canton Army
Chung Fung
Foo Chow
An Wasgt
Chat Chow
Kiang Sw
Union Men Deny Report on Strike Action
Central railroad employees in this city refute a published report about the strike. They emphasize none of the current strikers have petitioned to work recently while a few former workers briefly returned, and insist they will remain with the union and not resume labor.
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Central Railroad
Watk
Sigs
Cedar Falls Short Course Boosters Hear Speakers
The Cedar Falls short course booster meeting featured speakers from the Civic Improvement League and the domestic science department. Prof Holden and others addressed attendees at a Friday luncheon, while local business and community leaders discussed town cooperation and a benefitting program.
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Cedar Falls
Cedar Valley
Glee
Ted
Iowa
Miss Knowles
Laty Archett
Civie Provement League
Ylor
Cyaves
iYearst
Une Curemeretiol Ebariy
Mond Stith
Ranrval
Lowa
Mate Wyth
Ailey
Eff Council
Bowl Pond
Mosher
Prof
Holden
Deep Snow May Cause High Flood In Cedar Falls
An old timer recalls a fifties flood after heavy snow and ammonia melt, noting record water reach. He mentions Cedar Falls growth, timber sale profits, and a walnut tree sale paid for tract costs. Ice harvests continue second crop thicker and higher quality. Snow blockades, a Janesville delay, and a Cedar Falls inspection of Company M slated for March 5 led by Capt. McCleave.
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Cedar Falls
Main Street
Fourth
Fifth Streets
Mona Junction
Dyersville
Hunt
Hoe
Hembeck
Robert McCleave
Willimek
MecCleave
Ward
MecCleaye
Wheel destroys new truck in dramatic city demonstration
During a high speed turn on Dane street near Logan avenue a new combination motor truck suffered a wrecked right front wheel after heavy spokes bent and rim damaged. No injuries occurred but officials on board received a shake. The wheel weighs 186 pounds and a replacement was ordered from the factory to arrive soon for council review.
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Dane Street
Logan Avenus
Othe
KB OR
Warthern
Seagrave Company
Ite
Oskatowsa
Marshalltown
Towntry
Roo Mo Teaney
Dexter Wren
Dan Street
Logan Avenues
McCaskill Murder Trial Delayed to April
Indicted for murder by the January grand jury T. McCaskill pled not guilty before Judge Platt. Bail was denied after arguments. The state sought an early hearing, but the defense delayed setting a date before April with no definite time yet decided, likely in April.
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T. McCaskill
Platt
McCaskill
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