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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1927

Page

2

Marriage of Miss Jarn Schmitz and William Knipp

In Gilbertville ll February 17 at St Marys Catholic Church Miss Jarn Schmitz daughter of Mr and Mrs Chris Schmitz and William Knipp son of Mr and Mrs Peter Knipp wed in a ceremony led by Rev John Mayer. Attendants were Miss Elizabeth Schmitz and Lawrence Knipp. A large reception and dance followed at St Marys hall and the couple will live on a nearby farm.

Courier Gilbertville Jarn Schmitz Chris Schmitz William Knipp Peter Knipp St. Mary's Catholic Church John Mayer Elizabeth Schmitz Lawrence Knipp St. Mary's Hall Mrs. Knipp Elsie Ann ‘Baber Garwin Memorial’ United Brothern Church Hugo ‘Kroeger Dysart E. W. Main Rose Kroeger James Babber C. W. Cleveland Hampton, Ja Church of Woman's Home Missionary Society of First Methodist ‘Episcopal Church W. St. John Anna Goodale J All ‘Society Foreign Missionary Society A. B. Curran Roy Smith Minneapolis Minn

Community Club and Lodge Events Tonight

Local organizations schedule a busy evening with Woman's clubs, Blue Triangle league Y, YWCA programs at East Mark church, Clara Barton guild at Universalist parish house, and numerous fundraisers. Suppers, card parties, and dances feature Royal Neighbors Moose lodges and K of V halls with church and hotel venues across the area.

Woman’s Club Blue Triangle League Y. W. IC East Mark Church M. B. A. Lodge K. of V. Hal Clara Barton guild—Universalist Sunshine Rebekah Waltertoon G. I. Hal Home and Education Department Woman’s Hub Gold Leaf Camp Royal Neighbors Moose Ball Gold Leaf Camp Moose Lall B. A. Thimblebee Charles Canfield P. Ball Yeoman P. Hall Yaunehega—Woman's Club Eee Department — Woman's Club

Influence of Iowa in Nation's Affairs Discussed at Club

The Tort nightly club met at Mrs. J. W. Barptel to discuss Towa influence in national politics past and present. Letters from J. B. Price Elkader W. R. Boyd Cedar Rapids and George Lichty Waterloo highlighted state affairs and noted influence of Hepburn Shaw Allison Cummins Dolliver Kenyon and Henderson. Banquet marked Trinity American Luther League dinner with toasts and performances. A marriage in Dysart details given. a Waterloo lecture on The Theatre in Germany announced for National Drama week. farewell for Hester Ann Taylor noted. clogging class at YWCA listed.

Towa J. W. Braptel Tuthil J. BR. Price Elkader W. R. Boyd Cedar Rapids George Lichty Waterloo California W.P. Hepburn Leslie M. Shaw W. B. Allison A B. Cummins Jonathan P. Dolliver W. 8 Kenyon Tani Jim’ Wilson Agriculture David B. Henderson National House of Representatives Trinity Luther “League Black AL Reenert Edwin Jonne Violet Michael Edward Ehrke A. Luther League Herbert Moehlman Alice Kline Florence Sickert Alice Anderson Viola Rohlf Gertrude Wierert Elmer Luloff Edwin B. Towne Woman's Club J.J. Semper Columbia College Dubuque Linois King Beal J. £. O'Keefe Waterloo Woman’s Club Dubuane Q’keefe Third ‘District Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs Division of Drama Fine Arts The Iowa Federation Pearl Bennet Broxain Maquoketa, Ja O'Keefe Henry Langworthy

Hints in Beauty Care by Edna Kent Forbes

Freshen wardrobe and grooming for mid season. Sort and refresh clothes, repair or launder, clean hats, polish shoes, tint or repair undergarments, and consider new trims. Massage scalp daily, treat hair and nail health, and use light remedies like lemon and baking soda for hair and lashes to revitalize appearance.

George Ruffies

Miss Lois Becker Weds Joseph Coyle in Ackley

Miss Lois Becker married Joseph Coyle yesterday at St Marys Church in Ackley with pastor Stev John Buzynski officiating. Attendants were Miss Julu Lauri and Haymond Steffen, with family witnesses. After breakfast at the bride’s mother’s home, the couple left for Chicago for a few weeks. The bride, a graduate of Iowa State University, taught in Monticello for three years. Coyle, a local carpenter born near Ackley, has lived here over 20 years.

Ackley Lois Becker Josephoyte St. Mary’s Church Stev. John Buzynski Julu Lauri Iowa Falls Haymond Steffen Ingay B. G. Becker

Church Women Meet In Numerous Local Gatherings

Yesterday's church activities included Sisterhood at Graves Memorial United Brethren with forty five members and sixteen visitors, plus many other faith groups hosting meetings, picnics, music recitals, and fundraisers across First Presbyterian, First Baptist, Westminster, and United Methodist churches with speakers addressing stewardship and tithing.

Graves Memorial United Brethren Church A. T. Whittle California 2C. W. Peterson H. F. Guyer June K. Eldsen Mardel Peterson Wilma Hefferman United Presbyterian Church Aid Society W. 7 French Maude Chahan Barbara Fritchie W. Black Paul Revere Esther Simley

Legion Meeting Tonight Honors Lincoln Washington Figures

Bruce Gates of Gates' college will address a patriotic American Legion gathering in Memorial hall on Lincoln and Washington. G A veterans and auxiliary will attend with Spanish American War veterans. Thomas Shannon will recite Gettysburg Address, Mrs Axon will sing, and Mrs Dolan will play violin. It also marks the first joint appearance of the American Legion band and drum and bugle corps.

Bruce Gates Gates’ College Lincoln Washington American Legion Memorial Hall G. A American. Legion Auxiliary Thomas Shannon Benita’ Dolan

Red Color Deters Finland Car Sales

In Finland red is highly unpopular. An American car maker shipped many automobiles there but 40 remained unsold due to red paint shades. Cars were repainted to appeal to Finnish buyers who dislike the color red and associate it with bolshevism.

Finland Helsingfors

Relief of Poor Considered by Social Agencies

A county conference with social agency officials and union members examined relief for a Mexican widow with four children. The board agreed to grant maximum allowed aid, while social workers deemed $4.60 weekly food support inadequate. The meeting also addressed clerical language and the limits of relief funds.

Grand ‘Jury Boilermakers’ Union Illinois Central’ Shops Council of Social Agencies H. T. Wagner R. A. Doty Union Fred. H. Winslow I. C. Employes Doty Winslow Ann Denton Mildred Bucklin Social Welfare League Boiler Quakers Board of Supervisors The Board Miss Buckling I. R. Decker

Frank Fish Named Exalted Ruler At Waterlog Lodge

Frank Fish, city councilman and manager of F C Fish High Service, was assured of election as exalted ruler of Waterlog lodge No 290, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, with no opposition candidate nominated. Two weeks ago Fish was placed in nomination along with other offices. several trustees and building committee candidates were added last night. Election set for Wednesday, March 2, with Exalted Ruler Charles Witt of Chicago presiding.

A. Fish F.C. Fish High Service Lodge Benevolent and” Protective Order of Elks Avaas Fish BB. Hunter Ean J. G. Campbell Charles Witt

Conference Chairman Wagner Speaks on Housing and Self-Reliance

Wagner acted as chairman at the conference discussing housing policy and the idea that support should enable self-reliance, with emphasis on those who pay taxes rather than seek aid. The remarks contrasted assistance with independence in community housing programs.

Wagner

Witry patent protects roads with tractor wheel rims

Louis W Witry consulting engineer for John Deere Tractor Co received a patent to shield hard surfaced roads from tractor treads. The device features narrow smooth rims that fit over lugs when paving ends, avoiding holes from cleats. Patentee assigns the patent to John Deere. Another Iowa inventor, George Heronimus of Grinnell, patents a snow scooping machine with an elevator to throw snow off highways.

Louis W. Witry John Deere Tractor Company Witty George .Heronimus George

Brotherhood Meets In Cedar Falls Church Supper

The Presbyterian Brotherhood gathered at the church in Cedar Falls on February 17 for supper and a social time. About 35 members attended.

Cedar Falls Presbyterian. Brotherhood

Government plans broadcasting station at Fredrikstad

The Norwegian government intends to build a broadcasting station in Fredrikstad. Officials say the project will enhance national communications infrastructure and signal coverage across regions.

Frederikstad

Pals First to be staged by Auste High seniors

Pals First, a three act comedy drama, will be presented by the senior class of Auste High in the high school auditorium at 8 p.m. Friday. Proceeds will help publish the Orange and Black yearbook. Dress rehearsal is tonight, with Miss Ruth Willer coaching the cast.

Aust High Easl High Ruth Willer

Surprise Silver Anniversary at the Glass Home

Manchester special report notes Mr. and Mrs. Albert Glass of Dundes observed their silver wedding anniversary on a Friday at their Dun des home. A company of friends and relatives celebrated with a bountiful dinner and an afternoon of sociability. The event featured a presentation to the couple.

Manchester

City in Brief: Des Moines visits and local notices

A collection of brief items reports a Russell Lamson garage contact in Des Moines today, a local divorce case Wolf versus Wolf dismissed with costs, and councilman Frank C. Fish to spend weekend in Des Moines with Senator Arch W. McFarlane. A civil service exam for postal clerk and carrier is set for 9 am Saturday at Sloane M. Wallace school. Dr D W Axon and family plan to move from Waterloo to San Pedro California around April 1.

Davenport Sioux City Fargo N. de With Bay United States Canada Inez Coburn Adelaide Gilchrist W.D. Ives Anna Meader Winnie -Stevens Mary Nancy Graham Adelaide Hungerford Meddie E. Hombs Cc. A. Anderson Russell- Lamson Garage Des Moines Fourth Ward Arch W. McFarlane Sloane M. Wallace School Washington Streets W. ‘Axon Eleventh ‘Street Waterloo San Pedro Cal

Dentist Practicing Two Years Accused in Court Action

Two dentists, including Ella E Peterson, are part of a case filed by defendant Carl Peterson. The matter involves injunctions over residence at 327 Coners Street, claimed absence without cause, with a restraining order preventing entry to the home. First Baptist Church at 310 W 4th hosts a Rummage sale Friday and Saturday, formerly Margadant's Grocery.

Seete Church Ee Eneelen Eiteee Ipsolve Hastary Ella E.“Peterson Carl Peterson Alvoree Con&er'street First Baptist Church W. 4Th Margadant's ‘Grocery

Sunlite Aluminum Molds Ad Offer Story

An ad touts Sunlite aluminum dessert molds with claims of fresh ripe fruit aroma in Bunlite-Jell and a promise of quality. It urges shoppers to compare Sunlite with other brands and note the free aluminum mold offer, urging readers in Waukesha Wisconsin to ask their grocer for Sunlite.

Waukesha

Waterloo Evening Couriers PATTERNS Ad request and pattern details

To obtain the Courier patterns, send to Fashion Department Waterloo Evening Courier enclosing 15 cents for each pattern. Patterns enable seams. All orders filled as soon as possible but should reach you within 10 days after sending in your order.

Department Waterloo

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