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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1918
Page
14
Instruction on aiming, sight picture, and trigger control for pistol and revolver use. Describes front sight alignment, adjusting for high or low hits, keeping sights centered, and the need for consistent sighting. Includes trigger squeeze drills, practice steps, and target dimensions for indoor shooting. adds reader Q&A on moisture absorbents and gun care.
The Raymond area report covers a February Red Cross meeting at Math Schmidt's with strong participation and ice cream treats, upcoming gatherings at Rev. Kunkie’s home, and a hard time social planned for February 23 at the B. F. Hall home led by the Spworth league. Also noted are family health updates, church activities, a marriage announcement for Blanche Taylor and George Warwick, weather effects on sleighing, local deaths, and community visits.
Mrs de Losin, aged 55, died at Waverly on Saturday. Funeral services conducted by Rev H A Essex were held Monday afternoon at the M church. Interment in Oak Hill cemetery. She is survived by her husband and a daughter Mrs Lucile Davis, plus a brother and many friends. Capt D H Pelliteir was called to the colors and left for Fort Riley Kent to assume his duties.
Readlyn Iowa February 14 The Ladies' Aid society of the Mission Lutheran church entertained their husbands at a reception on the society’s fifth anniversary. Mr Plaites and Lena Hay were married Thursday at St Mathers Lutheran church Rev Mr Merer officiating. Lena is daughter of Herman and Mrs Hay. Lena Rommel returned from western Iowa caring for her brother Chris Rammel who is critically ill. A necktie sociable and entertainment by Miss Stella Wilson will be at the Klinger school Friday February 29 to benefit the Red Cross. Mrs Martin Miller of Sex Rapids and her husband arrived to visit Mrs Miller's sister Mrs F L Biorte.
Nelson Rodgers passed the preliminary navy exam at Waterton and will travel to Des Moines for the final test. Miss Annie Gandall, a missionary from India on furlough, spoke at the Methodist church and at a ladies' meeting. The H. W. Brant is under quarantine for measles. Frees Methodist school held a patriotic program with thrift stamps address by J. C. Trumbauer. The Merry Musical MaLea closed the victors course at the Methodist church.
Don Leverson of Mount Vernon township visited Waterloo yesterday. Quarantines on smallpox at 707 South Street and at 307 Ninth Street West ease as cases recover. Several residents travel to Nashua Chicago Des Moines and St. Louis. Waterloo firms told to file income tax forms by April 1. A daughter ill with scarlet fever at Alta Vista Avenue. Walter C Court of Savoy restaurant files for bankruptcy. Longshore jury panel excused. judge to Independence to hear case. George Uhl conducts largest farm sale of the season near Cedar Falls, total $11346. Frances Jones of Cedar Falls ill after operation. condition critical. Red Cross appeals carpenters and lumbermen to enroll for shipbuilding reserve. 200,000 workers needed.
In Washington on Feb 16 the United States proposed exporting enough gold to Mexico to meet President Carranza immediate needs as talks on a broader commercial agreement continue. Mexico holds gold credits in U S banks totaling about 10 to 25 million dollars, to be moved if Carranza accepts. Secretary Lansing denied any US loan. President Carranza faces a decision in Mexico City. Also noted is Duncan Clarke, Chicago Evening Post critic, speaking at First Congregational Church Sunday with a Red Cross collection.
Deserter from Camp Dodge Iowa, wanted for several robberies, was arrested in New Orleans after killing two police officers. The chief of police reported to Des Moines that Singleton confessed, per the New Orleans message received by local authorities.
Dr Hillis H. Hattery of Pendleton Oregon, city physician, has been commissioned captain in the medical reserve corps. He is a Waterloo native, West High School graduate, and has lived in Pendleton three years after moving from Chicago to Plains Montana six years ago. Ground glass found in crackers prompts drink of alarm in Des Moines.
Leonard Merritt, 12, son of Mr and Mrs Watter Merritt, died in Harlan on Thursday when a cornice stone fell, crushing his head and nearly severing his right leg. The tragedy occurred as he was near the family home.
Des Moines Feb 15 L C Neats a 35 year resident and former secretary of the Town State Traveling Men's association died this morning at the association home from Brights disease. He is survived by his widow and two daughters. Mr Deeta Wasi prominent Mason.
Officials probe Waterloo restaurants for food rule breaches led by Jacob Levingston a local food administration representative. A restaurant allegedly served meat throughout yesterday prompting possible arrests if violations are confirmed.
Clarkaviie reports Fannie Retekkiss of Cedar Falls visiting Mrs. Frank Merrill. Word spreads Monday of Fred Hood’s death in Waterloo. Presbyterians plan funeral sermon by Rev. W. H. Sinclair. service set in Waterlog area out of town. John Wood returns from Wichita week’s visit. Layen on two day Camp Dodge furlough as farm sale plans loom. Sinclair travels to Albia to substitute for absent minister. Mrs. M. C. Johnson injures ankle, no serious harm. Mrs. Fred Green heads to Des Moines to shop for spring stock. Neel takes over J. Buyd & Son bus and drag line March 1, moving toward Tru man Gabby-house on Green street. Presbyterian guild Valentine gathering at Roberta home. 16 at a 500 party hosted by Watter Busehing. several families attend and refreshments served.
A called communication of Waterloo Lodge No 195 AF and AM will be held at the Masonite temple on Saturday evening for work on the second degree.
Sam Laverser visited from Austin Minnesota for the weekend relatives are noted. Margaret Garcon is ill. Archie Leverser to be active again after winter break due to an ankle. Ror Ackerson moved to Malnix farm and C Corwin to C D Webster farm. Orrin Reinhart had surgery at Waverly hospital. Mrs Chas Horseman recuperating after operation at the George Houseman home. Imma Theimer and Vernon Brantils are improving after illness. Emma faced appendicitis threat and Vernon pneumonia this week.
The snippet describes injuries from a door accident leaving a person badly burned, a large time-limited gathering at the IOO lodge with a banquet, and multiple illness and tragedy notices. Mrs Kata Johnson fractured bones in her dukle after a fall. Myr. Matchott suffered a paralytic stroke. Hila daughter traveled from Cedar Falls to assist. Dwight Growe will supervise a school project in Olduhonin. Jamen Nuttan remains ill. Dock received a letter about Seren Berk whose father-in-law died in a school bus collision that killed seven children. Seren’s granddaughter aboard escaped unharmed.
Hazleton Hasieton February 15. Hilmer George and John Nibeck visit their brother Edward M week, awaiting an operation for appendicitis with hopeful recovery. Edna Munger and Clyde Miller attend Lloyd Miller and Bana Lockwood’s wedding at the Lockwood home. Mrs Anton Bjorklund visits Waterloo husband working on the Siemens plant. Enina Wilson returns from Aurora after chalet visit with sister. George Wall and Yarner families dine with Lawrence family, clock gifted for birthday. Warren Underwood returns from Tows City after appendectomy. Eugene Wiefer wins prizes at farmers institute for rye bread and cake, receives rug and serving tray.
In Bristow and nearby areas, wedding and family notices describe Mrs. Booth's daughter marrying. plans to live in Clinton. Local updates include health trips, camp news, travel between states, a Seaman Young pneumonia death near Turtle, Wis, and community farm and church activities.
Brandon notes report Red Cross meetings held weekly at a local home and other community events. A girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Weart on February 25. Prof W G Smith resigned from the school board and left for Peoria. Ruth Williams BA elected school principal. J Ryan from Independence joined the high school faculty starting Monday. The Red Cross dinner raised 65 dollars. current membership 243. Leonard Nabhols undergoes operation. Mrs Wil Evans travels to Clarion to stay with her son. Mrs Bat Stewart attended a prostable meeting on Wednesday.
Parkersburg notes show Mrs Clarence McCann operated on for appendicitis at Hobson hospital Sunday and recovering. Mr and Mrs Geo Acker welcomed a son Friday. Irving Geleman visited Edwards family from Waterloo. M T F Edwardes went to Forest City to conduct a term of court. John Rionta ill with pneumonia. Clyde Wiley and wife welcomed a daughter. Mrs G B Rottmeier is very ill. Mrs Dan Hart of Center suffered a stroke Thursday and died Sunday. funeral held Wednesday with burial at Coster.
Washburn February 14 The Home Circle was entertained by Mrs Nugant Thursday. Lunch was served by the hostess with her daughter Kres John Burger assisting. Guests of the day were Mrs J O Connor and Miss Mary Wagent of Waterloo. Mrs WN Schone will be the next Rostesm. Mire Peter Kemp and children returned from a two month stay with her parents Mrs Bahl at Arthur North Dakota. Br Bahl accompanied her home for a visit. Mrs Fack Smith and child of Minnesota are visiting her parents Mr and Mrs A Brustkern.
Nick Delagar dello and family of Waterloo visited Sunday with relatives here. Mrs. William Miller left Wednesday for Independence to visit relatives. Mrs. H G Hardin has been homebound with la gripe. Pete Baht of Arthur North Dakota is visiting relatives here.
A Nashua bulletin lists residents and movements including C. F. Hazeliman and son Raymond traveling to Chicago for medical exams. W P Cunningham resigns from Leral’s grocery and plans to move to Appleton Minnesota with his family. Miss Mae remains teaching in Manchester. J W Pierce rents the Ager & Putney elevator with Bennett of Carrville to operate. Also noted are Howarth Mares entering service, Claude Walter visiting North Carolina, and a funeral in Arkansas for Walter Walter.
Feb 16 reports note W W Richards returning home from California with improved Mrs Richards health. C C Hickle to assume Dan Walters property after remodel. School board elects Prof A B RieCook for two more years. Austin sells east side residence to Bern Moulder. Vera DeVere travels to San Francisco. L B Henderson returns to duties after knee injury. Herman Hunt visits from North Yakima. Mrs Earl Goodsell visits from Conrad. Ross Breptingham dies in St Louis. Spring Creek reports birth Feb 19, Trumbauer parents welcome son. Weir infant baptized. Garrison visit by W Gerner family. Just for Fun play at Jubilee well attended. Gareth Buckla working for Pay Test ers.
Winthrop February 1 announces the marriage of Miss Margaret Burns to Joseph Booth in Lamont Maine. The bride wore a satin suit and was attended by the groom’s sister Miss Margaret Booth while the groom was aided by his brother Thomas Burns. The bridesmaids wore blue dresses.
Fragmentary 20th century grocery ad lists No 1 Van Camp's Pr and Beans cans, Alaska salmon varieties, coffee, macaroni, and assorted prices. Reads like a market catalog with numerous incomplete lines and unit prices, reflecting a clearance or store flyer.
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