Health official warns of river pollution danger
Iowa public health officials warn polluted rivers threaten dairy cattle, fish, and human health. Sanitary engineer Pedersen cites few sewer plants while most state sewage enters Des Moines Cedar and Skunk rivers. Water quality impacts include typhoid and tuberculosis risks, swimmer health, and the need for sewerage treatment plants to prevent septic conditions at dams. Local committee to pursue Cedar cleanup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
H. VW. Pedersen
State Board of Health
Greater Waterloo
Altho
Des Moines
Cedar
Towa
Skunk
Waterloo
Walerloo
Bath Beach
Pedersen
Kent
Ay. Pedlersen
Murlagh
Tawa
Murtagh
Union
Afr
Wenner
Chitford Hallowell
Declamatory contest to be held at Iowa Falls
Iowa Falls Iowa Falls high school hosts the district No 19 pre contest Friday night with entries from Alden Geneva Dows and Iowa Falls. Geneva withdrew leaving three schools with three entrants each in dramatic oratorical and humorous classes. Winners advance to the pre district on March 2 at a yet to be announced location. Contenders from Iowa Falls include Margaret Nichols Marjorie Gilbert and Wariene Brewer.
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Iowa Falls
Wntries
Alden
Geneva
Dows
Bel
Iowa Falls High School
Margaret, Nichols
Marjorial Gilbert
Warriete Brewer
Double Wedding at Spencer Grove Catholic Church Near Urbana
Two Zeiser siblings married Smith spouses in a Spencer Grove Church ceremony officiated by Father O'Donnell. About 72 guests dined at the Zeiser home after the service, with lavender and pink decorations. A dance and midnight supper followed the reception, and the couples plan to reside on the Zeiser farm and near Luzerne.
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Shellsburg
IZA
Spencer Grove
Urbana
Haple
Ora Zeiser
Frank Smith
Clara Zeiser
Lea Smith
Father O'Donnell
Walker
Charles Zeiser
Zeiser
Lee Smith
Zeiser Farm
Rank Smith
Luzerne
Stroke Fatal to Benjamin Titus
Benjamin J. Titus aged 91 died at 12 30 a m after a paralysis at his daughter Mrs M Pressnall s home 11 Norwood street He suffered a stroke Feb 2 born Dec 15 1881 in Canada reared by grandparents in Ohio came to Waterloo 40 years ago farmed in fallen township later moved to Waterloo Surviving two sons three daughters John A Marion Ta Fred A and Mrs P B Correy Independence Mrs Pressnall and Miss Lenore Titus Burial in Aurora Iowa with body at Hileman Giudt chapel until Thursday then to Aurora for burial
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Benjamin J. Titus
M.pressnall
Norwood Street
Mr. Titus
Canada
United States
Ohio
Towz
Jefferson Highway Named Federal Road Across Iowa
Falls, Va, Feb 13. Dean Marston told the Community club the Jefferson highway has been selected by the federal government as an interstate road across Iowa. A meeting aimed to gauge road legislation sentiment. County ad funding for secondary roads is a goal, with support for a gasoline tax shared by county and primary road funds. Support also favors a more equitable automobile license law. Petitions to the legislature will be circulated nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tows Falls
Jefferson Highway
Iowa
Dean Marston
Community Club
Grippe Epidemic Eases as City Schools Report Fewer Absences
Inquiry across city schools shows last week's illness peak, with attendance improving this week. Principals note ward buildings still report absent students but average per room has dropped from eight to ten last week to three or four now.
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la Grippe
Green Bay firms awarded judgment in trial
A Green Bay jury authorized a judgment of 1014.81 in favor of Meintrye Burrell Co. of Green Bay against East First Street Hardware Co. The suit sought about 1400 with a counterclaim. Judge G W Wood directed the verdict after a four day trial. Reed Tuthill Reed represented the plaintiff and P J Paulson the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meintrye-Burrell Company of
Greeney
East First Street Hardware Company
G. W. Wood
Reed, Tuthill &Reed
P. J. Paulson
Business College Banquet Tonight Draws 290 Reservations
Gates Business College plans a tenth complimentary banquet at Grace M. RB church in Waterloo this evening for present students, their parents, and alumni within sixty miles. The event features contests between odds and evens and other entertainments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gates Business College
Grace M. RB. Church
Waterloo
Reduce Your Fat Without Dieting Ad Promotes Marmola Tablets
An advertisement claims Marmola Tablets reduce fat without dieting or strenuous exercise. It promotes easy weight loss by using Marmola from Marmola Co., 4612 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Mich, with pricing offered through druggists worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everden
Marmola Co
Woodward Ave
Detroit
Mich
Tragic Waterloo Man Killed in Cedar Rapids Crossing Crash
John W. Olmstead of Waterloo dies after a Milwaukee train strikes his auto near Cedar Rapids. His wife bedridden after influenza and their two young children, staying with Olmstead’s mother in Cedar Rapids, mourn the loss as relatives recall a life of hardship and move to Waterloo for furniture. Olmstead, born in Central City, leaves a mother, brother J D Olmstead of Moline, and four sisters. The collision tears the car apart, with the body found before rescue crews arrive.
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John W. Olmstead
Waterloo
Cedar Rapids
Mr. Olmstead
Central City
J. D. Olmstead
Moline
Miss Mabel Olmstead
Cellar Rapide
Olmstead
Thei
Danderine Hair Treatment Ad Boosts Growth and Shine
An old advertisement touts Danderine a 35 cent bottle that promises immediate hair beautification. It claims to double attractiveness, cleanse dust and oil, reduce dandruff, soothe the scalp, and encourage long thick strong hair with a non greasy formula.
Masons to hold district meeting at Iowa Falls
In Iowa Falls on Friday a special Masonic meeting will be held by the Stand lodge A F and A M with the assistance of Masons Home lodge. Attending lodges from Acking Dora Alden and Steamboat Rock are invited. C W Newinster of Marshalltown will lecture on Brotherhood of Man and its application to current civilization issues. The aim is to align Masonic principles with civic duties and free government.
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Town Falls
Masonic Service Committee
Stand Lodge
A. F
AL AL
Masons Home Lodge
AL M
Acking
Itdora
Alden
Steamboat Rock
C. W. Newinster
Marshalltown
Wil
Brotherhood of Man
Freemasonry
Graves Memorial United Brethren Church Members Praise Courier
Six men and women sign a memorial to editor praising the Courier for the publication of church notices and music appreciation. The document expresses gratitude for the generous space given to Graves Memorial United Brethren Church by the newspaper.
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Graves Memorial United Brethren Church
Graves Memorial Unitad Brethren Church
Fragmentary Church List and Admission Note
A damaged fragment lists names and a note from a steward about circulated lists and miscommunication. It references a pastor Rey and suggests broader inclusion could have doubled or quadrupled names with proper handling. A hotel meeting on February 17 invites discussion about long standing medical claims and treatments.
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Feh
Benjamin Titus
Wilk
Aurora
State OF
Green Bay
Business College
Vietint
John Olmstead
Ly Ned
Wright
Buh St
Masons
Church People Praise Courier
Graves Memorial United Brethren
Valentine
Ruby N. Elam
Bridge Street
Wangler’s Drug Store
the Waterloo Belmont Shop
Fourth Street
Rey
Stey
Mahi
Shallenberger
Hotel Auasell
Jameon
Lafayette Street
S. 8
Kresge CO
East Fourth Street
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