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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1928
Page
1
Col Charles A Lindbergh declares he will keep experimental flight work active despite hazards and plans no public flights for now as he seeks a private rest. He noted improvements in aviation are certain and that the pioneers are the last to fear danger.
The New York Herald Tribune reports that if Smith secures the Democratic nomination the Solid South could crack in several states. Alabama and Mississippi are seen as likely to remain Democratic, while Georgia and North Carolina show mixed potential for Republican gains but are expected to stay Democratic overall. Mention is made that Reed of Missouri is unlikely to gain southern support.
Indebtedness on Waterloo Woman's Club has been reduced by 9,137.50. Workers in the fund drive met for luncheon at the council building. Five captains spoke and seventy pledges were secured since yesterday noon. The goal remains 6,009 and is to be reached by Friday.
Dr. Charles A. Bame, revivalist at First Brethren church, argued there is hope of heaven for William Edward Hickman, the Marion Parker kidnapper sentenced to hang April 27. He stressed that forgiveness and open invitation apply to all, including criminals, while discussing hell and the Bible’s teachings on judgment.
Slim Clark of Sunnyside near La Porte City pleaded guilty to illegal transportation of intoxicants before Judge H. H. Boies and was sentenced to 60 days. He said he would quit illicit ventures after serving his time and reunite with his wife and four children. Partner Oscar Hardin received a 30 day sentence. Clark expressed remorse and plans to pursue legitimate work.
In Washington DC Feb 1 4 the British embassy reports a formal expression of regret over the death of the Earl of Oxford and Asquien. The BlawkRebels stance is noted as part of a broader international response to the loss.
Mrs William Lucht dies leaving Grover Lucht and family at her bedside. The father was alerted to Talita on Saturday after she suffered a stroke. The消息 mentions a death in her family with brief notes on the immediate aftermath.
Funeral services for Mrs. A P McGregor 52 of Des Moines killed when the car her husband rode in skidded on a Belmond pavement and overturned. She suffered a concussion while her husband McGregor escaped injury. The couple had just attended services for the late Secretary of State Welter C Ramsay.
Four men faced charges of assault with intent to do great bodily injury in Centerville Iowa after an attack on Frank Paules while he worked at the Garfield mine under 1917 wage state. Named defendants are Fremont Buell Remsey Glenn Foster and Iley. The assault occurred near Brazil late Saturday, according to Sheriff Earl Gaushenbauch.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a court proceeding with mentions of bread and water diet, alleged punishments, and names such as Bryan Rens, Walter Hayme, and Edward Hotter. The incoherent lines reference a court arena, din, and possible sentences, but specifics remain unclear.
Readable fragments show a weather table with unusual weekday spellings and occasional month references. The text hints at forecasted temperatures across days and possible wind notes, but many words are garbled, leaving key data unclear.
J G Ralston of Ralston and Ralston has drawn plans for Hazleton High School adding an auditorium with stage balcony to serve as a civic center. The project cost is about 20000 dollars. Ralston and J E Currie will visit Fonda to discuss completion of the new Fonda High School built for 118000 dollars with Currie as general contractor and Russian architect.
A fragmentary exam item discusses Robespierre during the French Revolution. It notes his authority to pass death sentences on enemies of the state and recounts critiques from Convention supporters. The prompt links to a logic test for reasoning skills and asks for Robespierre's argument.
Des Moines reports show Iowa teachers favor abolishing the annual state convention and shifting to sectional meetings. A reorganization committee proposes a representative district–wide structure with a state council and itinerant institutes to avoid travel and school closures.
Orvil Bergstrom, 17, of 206 Lincoln Street, and Paul Neelans, 21, of 416 Park Road, were arrested this afternoon on auto theft charges. They allegedly took Joseph Hennessey's car from 626 Randolph Street, intending to visit Headford Bros. & Hitchins for work. They returned the vehicle to the original location and were seized by police.
Illinois man Harry Pickett of Sterling was arrested by local police at a hotel on request of Sheriff G H durgenson of Fairmont Minnesota. He said he paid an $18 fine in Fairmont a year ago on a check charge but did not know why he was wanted there now. RathS return. Mr and Mrs John W Bath returned this morning from a month in Florida including a trip to Cuba.
Mrs Ruth Holsington sues John C Grady in district court for 2500 alleging severe injuries three major wounds and facial disfigurement from an automobile collision on December 20 1827. She claims icy snow covered Grant highway prevented two cars passing, forcing a stop to avoid a crash. Arnold C Neilson represents the plaintiff.
Des Moines February 15 The Democratic state central committee will hold a special meeting in Des Moines February 20 to draft a full slate of state officers. Chairman Mrs W E Maulsby urges each member to bring at least five prominent workers. Senator Dan Steck of Ottumwa is expected to attend.
In Washington on February 15 representatives from 15 leading farm organizations urged the House Appropriations Committee to boost funding for agriculture department research into farming problems. They argued the current budget, though liberal, fell short for this work and pressed for increases.
In Ames, plans for a new girls dormitory costing about $175,000 and a tentatively planned $24,000 feed barn at the college were approved by the state board of education. The action follows a February meeting and sets the stage for construction at the Iowa State College campus.
Doris Scherry sustains a severe gash across the bridge of her nose and facial bruises after a stairway fall in the Lafayette building at noon. She lives at 224 Lafayette building and works for Superior Photo Finishing at 402 Lafayette building.
Mrs. Irwin Champion aged 22 died from injuries after being struck by an automobile driven by Russell Wells. Wells, 20, is in custody under a $100 bond as police investigate the incident. Building permits accompany the report: F. W. Halstad files for a new chimney at 108 Harrison for $100.
Summer, now employed by the National Livestock Association, identified letters from Summer to Hormel & Co admitted over objections. The letters show an attempt to buy hogs in forbidden territory after a referenced telephone conversation. Both Hormel and another packer subpoenaed about a dozen farmers to testify in defense.
Winnipeg Manitoba hockey team of nineteen and their manager will visit Black's tearoom for a weekly luncheon and meeting. They will also meet the American Legion at the Riviera theatre Thursday afternoon and participate in a Memorial Hall party in their honor under legion auspices.
Marjorie Self Hopkinton and Ruth Watson Lamont will represent Upper Town University in the state women s oratorical and extemporaneous speaking contests at Parsons College Fairfield Friday. Self won the oratorical slot after winning the Fawcett contest. Watson earned the extempore spot by last week s victory.
Howard Dexter of Vinton was chosen president of the midyear graduating class at Gates College. Mark Strubel of Waterloo was elected vice president Dorothy Fecht of Cedar Falls secretary and Forrest Lofton of Hudson treasurer. Green and gold colors yellow rose flower and motto A quitter never wins and a winner never quits. Commencement week begins early March with baccalaureate address by Rev J Arthur Young and class reception hosted by Mr and Mrs Bruce Gates. exercises set for March 8 at First M E Church.
Allen Memorial Hospital announces completion of a remodeled third floor laboratory and the installation of new equipment at a cost of 2500 dollars. Dr. D Dudley Krupp from New York will head clinical work, with Miss Ruby Clifford assisting, and the lab now meets American Medical Association standards.
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