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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1918
Page
11
Law now provides property tax exemptions for veterans and widows, including amounts for Civil War, Spanish American War, and current service members. Exemptions cover property, polls, and per capita taxes, with up to 10 000 on certain property, and require eligible individuals to report to the assessor or county auditor to receive benefits.
William D. Haywood of the I W W was freed on a $15,000 bond after a reduction from 26,000. Judge Landis approved the release as the case drew opposition from federal prosecutors who warned Haywood would resume anti government activity. The bond was pledged by George W Kohler Jacob Brunning and wife Catherine and William Bross Boyd.
The German war office states 31 Allied air attacks hit German territory in January. Five people were killed and nine wounded, with only insignificant material damage and some work interruption. The Lorraine and Luxembourg regions bore most raids, including Ludwigshaven, Freiburg, Trier, Friedrichshafen, Rastatt, Offenburg, Mannheim, and Karlruhe. The enemy reportedly lost four aircraft.
East High School stages The Japanese Girl this Friday evening directed by Mrs H GC Wilbur and Miss Christine Corey. The 31 character cast includes 21 chorus girls with featured roles for Phidelia Koen feke Heather Lawless Alta Hurley Dorothy Ryan Cahaya Mae Slaughter Leone Spensley Nora Dora Miss Know All played by Tola Zelkhoefer. The Wu kkado of Japan will be Don Reid with Richard Alexander and Billy Goedke also appearing.
London reports two historic letters presented to Consul General Skinner for the American government. One from Thomas Jefferson dated Monticello April 17, 1827, discusses books he sought. the other from General Lafayette dated Lagrange June 28, 1827, mentions his bee hive invention and agricultural interests. Donor H. H. Gross, a Philadelphia manufacturer, provided the gift.
Police adopt a drug system to trap a six man masked jewel theft gang active in broad daylight. Two heists yield 39 000 pesos first and a smaller sum second as officers chase clues through Colonia de la Bolsa. Victims fail to identify any captured suspects.
Mr and Mrs C A Rownd and Mr and Mrs W F Noble were hurt in an automobile accident at Stewart Wla on February 4. Rownd was severely injured but expected to recover in a few days, his daughter reports. Mrs Rownd has sprained wrists and is nearly well. Noble couple escaped with minor bruises. Details of the crash are not given.
Army recruiters in Iowa aim for one recruit per 2000 population with men aged 18 to 41 eligible. Ground aviation and other branches seek volunteers as officials note potential mandatory registration for 21 year olds since the registration day. Sergt. G. J. Brown and Sergt. CG. H. Whitmore oversee local exams as many men are examined.
Women’s groups and local churches in Waterloo call for Sunday February 17 to be observed as Child Welfare Day urging communities nationwide to protect children. The campaign links war strain to risks for youth and outlines four actions: uphold schools and labor laws, back truancy and probation efforts, and enforce federal child labor rules, citing Owen R Lovejoy. Local organizers include Mrs L C Hemsworth and Mrs G B Worthen. Temperature data for February 13 provided.
Skilled woodworkers machinists and other tradesmen continue to enroll in the federal reserve service at three Waterloo locations including Carpenter's Hall. Deputy Auditor George C Welker and William Moore of the police court supervise registration. Welker met with H B Lizer county chairman to discuss enrollment and will stay in his office until 6 pm each weekday to allow employed laborers to register.
Henderson Kentucky February 13 1923 A Clay Kentucky schoolgirl Miss Jor ie Jenkins questioned by authorities tied fiance Heber Hicks to the death of Mrs Joey Sparks a widow whose body was found buried in a Clay livery stable Hicks claimed he had killed her to avenge his mother and showed two rings he said were given by his father Jacob Hicks Fathers and two negro stable workers were taken to Clay for an examining trial.
London reports huge tobacco profits in the past year with one major company showing a net over three million pounds. They paid a 30 percent dividend and carried forward two and a half million pounds, signaling strong earnings for the industry. Roosevelt shines after illness improvement at Roosevelt hospital in New York as Mrs Roosevelt visits. Vatican lights Sistine chapel with electric illumination for Benedict XV anniversary.
Prayer meetings for Central Christian church take place tomorrow evening in homes across the city. First ward hosts J C Forbes at 614 Second Street West, Second ward hosts R H McCarty at 302 Hammond Avenue, Third ward hosts Willis Topps at 723 Rishi Street, and Fourth ward hosts O B Martin at 620 Linden Avenue.
A vintage ad touts St Jacobs Liniment as a harmless neuralgia relief that stops pain quickly. It claims soothing, penetrating action on inflamed nerves, no burning or discoloration, and delivers instant relief without recurrence after a small trial bottle from stores.
Local clubs including ENems of Society and Entre Nous met for games and Red Cross work. Red Cross donations were approved, and several social events such as dancing parties, anniversaries, and a pre nuptial shower were planned or hosted. A colonial dancing party is set for Feb 22 at Memorial ball with SAR and DAR attendees invited in period costume.
Among the churches the First Baptist Young Married People class elected officers and held a social evening at the Wiley home with refreshments. Harmony Sunday School met at Mrs. Holman’s, then Mrs. Nauman hosted needlework and light refreshments. Philathea class discussed Red Cross sewing every two weeks. Presbyterian Hospital Auxiliary meets tomorrow at Mrs. Woodford’s with Mrs. Bragdon and Mrs. Frank assisting.
Representative Anderson of Minnesota and a Minnesota North and South Dakota delegation urged President Wilson and Secretary Houston to create a federal grain standard body with one representative from each state producing over 196 million bushels. The plan would adjust current standards to give affected states direct input in grade decisions.
Officers of the Corn Holt Meat Producers association will be among the first witnesses before a Senate Agriculture Committee study on farming and livestock conditions. The hearing aims to examine labor shortages hay and grain运输 transport issues and the effect on livestock marketing amid possible plans for shared support during the rush season. New spring millinery display offers velvet hats at reduced prices.
A fragmentary market-style listing shows canned tomatoes tides, peas, beans, kraut, salmon and soup with assorted prices. No. 3 and No. 14 tomatoes offered in two for deals. sea gem peas, Eureka beans, Van Camp's products, Libby’s milk and Armour items referenced. Coffee and macaroni also noted among shipper prices.
El Paso Feb 14 Villa forces reduced by malaria and other causes during operations on the Yehuantepec isthmus from 2500 to 500 men. Letters from Gen Fortunato Maycotta say 100 survivors are now at Puerto Mexico after fighting in Durango and Chihuahua era.
Ice harvest in Waterloo likely to finish before week’s end as planners race to complete a contract for installing ice in the Illinois Central storage house. Several days needed to supply local ice houses while warm weather slows operations and the sea becomes packed.
An old advertisement touts Bromo Quinine tablets to remove the cause of grip and notes a Red Cross benefit event by the Fine Arts Dept of the Woman’s Club at the Teussell Lanson Hotel. Details include February event time and 25 cent admission, with a signature on the box.
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