Express Views on Iowa Blue Laws Sharply Divided
Des Moines hearing on repealing the blue laws drew ministers and civic leaders into a sharp split. Rev J Edward Kirbye urged golf and Sunday baseball freedom, while Rev William Ostrander said civil government cannot legislate religion. Mrs Ida Wise Smith warned repeal would erode home life, and piano dealer B P Jones defended current Sunday restrictions amid tense exchanges. Organized petitions flow to legislators as both sides mobilize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
House Police Regulations Committee
J. Edward Kirbye
Wiliam Ostrander
Ida B. Wise-Smith
Cedar Rapids
B. P. Jones
Charles P. Proudfit
Starzinger
Jones
BR. R. Newby
Newby
C. A. Weaver
Musicians’ Union
George Messenger Seen as Likely Iowa Banking Commissioner
Des Moines reports George Messenger of Lisbon a well known banker is slated for state banking commissioner under a new law. He runs a private bank at Lisbon and has influence with many state banks. Supporters say private banks should be reformed into state banks, while rivals push for broader state regulation. Governor Harding must have senate confirmation. other contenders exist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
George Messenger
Lisbon
Harding
Arney
Marshall County
Senate
Messenger
Would Drop Fight For Double Platoon
Des Moines February 20. Senator Haskell of Cedar Rapids offered a substitute for the double platoon system in paid fire departments. He said the bill would not pass as is but would start the change. The substitute would let cities decide fireman hours on a double platoon basis once revenue is settled. The measure was referred to a committee of Senators Thompson Lytle and Greene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Haskell
Cellar Rapids
Senate
Thompson, Lytle and Greene
Grandma Starr recalls long Waterloo life after 63 years here
Elizabeth Starr, known as Grandma Starr, has lived in Waterloo since a 63 year residency begun in the 19th century. Born Elizabeth Brooks Starr in Illinois, she and her late husband William Starr built a home in Lane and Fowler’s addition in 1873, raised flowers, washed curtains, and attended church weekly amid prairie hardships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Fowler Street
Elizabeth Brooke Starr
C. W. Mullan
Elizabeth Davison
Mrs. Starr
Prairie Village
Black Hawk County
Tie
William Starr
Mr. Starr
Grandma
Starr
Beggar on the Road Ends in Sheriff’s Office Confrontation
A ragged, unkempt man named Downing sat in the sheriff’s office muttering about an imaginary morsel and claiming an aged man he encounters has wandered for years begging. He alleges the elder hides money in a concealed roll to avoid other tramps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Downing
Salvage Tug Pilot Believed Lost With All Hands
Victoria February 20 The salvage tug Pilot, sent to recover the steamship Sespatris near Ocos Guatemala, has not been sighted since leaving Santa Cruz February 1 and is believed to have foundered with all aboard. Captain Bliss, Second Engineer Paterson, and Fireman McCloughlin of Victoria were among the crew. the rest were Spanish Americans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
B. C
Ocos
Guatemala
Santa Cruz
Bliss
Paterson
McCloughlin
Aged Derelict Given New Suit After Jailhouse Bath
Sheriff Henderson stripped 86 year old Patrick Downing’s multiple layers and found eight tobacco pouches containing $9.50, a worn faded $1 bill, a pill sized $5 bill, and scattered coins. Downing was bathed, fumigated, and fitted in a new suit by Ruth Reed, with plans to send him to state hospital if no reply comes from his former home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. B. Henderson
Patrick Downing
Minnesota
Michigan
Downing
Ruth Reed
Relief
McCaskill
Reed
Mich
Commissioners of Insanity
Waterloo druggists tout Vinol as a palatable tonic
Local chemists promote Vinol a cod liver oil substitute claiming it provides the benefits of cod liver without taste or odor. They cite Vinol as a tissue-building tonic aiding recovery after illness and improving strength in the elderly and frail children, urging Waterloo readers to consult their stores for free information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Gadverte
Waterloo
Eighth Grade Examinations Set for Thursday and Friday
Eighth grade tests will be held Thursday and Friday under the supervision of County Superintendent C Moeller at designated county points including the superintendent's office. Pupils who pass may enter high school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jr. C. Moeller
West Board To Meet For Regular Proceedings
The west board will hold its regular meeting at J. E. B. Dempster’s office tomorrow afternoon. Levies for next year will be estimated and plans for the annual meeting discussed. Good food and dainties served at Colonial Inn, 603 Wellington St. Phone 3092. Also note Eliza J. Crain, 615 Wellington Court, received a $109 check from Brotherhood of American Yeomen, Des Moines, as part of her certificate, to be paid annually until fully covered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Board
J. EB. Dempster
The
Colonial Inn
Wellington St
Eliza J. Crain
Wellington Court
Brotherhood of American Yeomen
Des Moines
Co B Commended by Inspecting Officer
The inspecting officer praised Co B for its maneuvers orderliness and equipment cleanliness stating no company in the state exceeded Co B. Three officers and 72 men answered the inspection, with Capt Bates and Capt George Wellely singled out for commendation as equipment from Co G was set for inspection tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bain
We 'T. Bates
Peau Army
Bates
George Wellely
Co. G
Reception Welcomes Returned Guardsmen at Pythian Temple
Knights of Pythias held a reception for Cunt, Carleton Shis and guardsmen returning from service on the border at the Pythian Temple. Supper was served early. J. S. Tuthill gave the welcome address, Capt. Sirs responded, with speakers including Sgt. Henry Is. Urowell, Capt. B. S. Gelst, and C. G. Crabtree, a veteran of the Crytt war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carleton Shis
Knights of Pythiaas
Pythian Temple
Tuthill
Sirs
Henry Is. Urowell
B.S. Gelst
C. G. Crabtree
G A B Leader J T Mills to Visit Waterloo Open House Planned
J T Mills department commander of the G A B will be in Waterloo tomorrow per an announcement to Robert Anderson post members. Open house is planned at Memar Inn hall tomorrow afternoon and evening with a program starting at 1 10 p m All patriotic orders in the city are invited to attend. ACCOUNTANT TO SPEAK The relation of the accountant to the bank will be the subject of the fall to be given tonight by Tr Buildings a certified public accountant at the Water loo Bank Men's association meeting at the Commercial club The meeting is set for 8 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Mills
Waterloo
Robert Anderson Post
Memar- Inn Hall
Tr. Builings
Certified Public Accountant
Waterloo Bank Men's Association
Commercial Club
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Rapid Stomach Cure
An advertisement touts Mayr's Wonderful Remedy as restoring health for 46 ailments including stomach trouble, gall stones, ulcers, and indigestion. It claims to detoxify the system, soothe inflammation, and prevent surgery with a free refund offer if it fails. Booklets and bottles are marketed by Chicago maker Geo. T. Mayr and distributors J. K. Joder & Son and Winkler Bros. Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayz
Mayr
Geo
T. Mayr
Mfg
Chicago
J. K. Joder & Son
Wangler Bros. Co
Poslam Skin Remedy Claim Adverts Healing Power
An old advertisement touts Poslam as a high energy skin remedy for eczema and disfigurement. It claims rapid healing, encourages readers to write Emergency Laboratories in New York for a free sample, and emphasizes improving skin health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emergency Laboratories
West 23Th St
New York City
Atvertizement
Clinton Girl Leads In Tabloid At Majestic Theatre
Ruth Tafford of Clinton stars in Maid to Order at the Majestic Theatre. Daughter of WH VY Tafford, she trained in Canton and Chicago, worked with The Actor's Dream company, vaudeville, and now appears with a touring tabloid company. The Waterloo audience remembers her from a local lodge auction. The show features her singing and comic acting, though the company lacks the polish of recent Majestic tabloid tours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Tafford
Clipton
Majestic Theatre
WH VY. Tafford
Hn Inland Dailyress Association
Canton
Chcago
Hacholor's
Chat
Cufford
Waterloo
Focal Lodge
Thes Sunia Order
Mise Tufford
Simple Remedy Prolonged Life Claims Dr Caldwell
An old health ad extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle laxative to prevent constipation. It cites Mr Robert LeForgee of Davenport Iowa praising its life extending benefits and notes the product costs fifty cents with a free trial offer. Aims to deter imitations and directs readers to Dr Caldwell at Monticello Indiana for trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Hill
Cald Pwell
Robert LeForgee
Kirkwood Boulevard
Davenport
Lowa
Dr. Caldwell
Caldwel
W. Ts. Caldwell
Washington -Street
Monticello
Inala
Production Critics Say Show Lacks Pep and Swing
A fragmentary review notes the current tabloid production is heavy and lacks energy. Critics say the chorus lacks pep and swing, and the performers, including the "girlies," fail to maintain humor.
Meat and diet tips for rheumatic patients in old medical note
The text argues meat is expensive and unnecessary for a diet and promotes milk cheese fruits and vegetables. It urges rheumatics to abstain or eat sparingly, links uric acid buildup to kidney issues and Bright's disease, and recommends hot lemon water with Anuric thrice daily, plus exercises and a vegetable laxative like Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets to prevent constipation and auto intoxication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Hl. Watson
Futcher
Minkowak
Hans, Vogt
Reach
Bright
Dr. Pierce
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Iowa
Elizabeth Starr
Enterprise OF Waterloo Chemists
Wansler Ores. Co
Miller. Wert
Welicome
Mills
Cascara
Reuben Baumann
Hetwig Yardow
Peter E. Brown
Inger K. E. Hansen
Cedar Falla
Poslam
Clinton
Arco Wand
American Radiator Company
Michigan Ave
Geace
Seme
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