Petition Critics Call For Messer Probation Officer Removal
A flood of petitions from Waterloo residents protested against the reappointment of Grace A. Messer as probation officer. The petitions, presented to the district judge, claim she fails to mold children and lacks empathy, citing her husband’s position and alleged improper handling of a family ordered to Minnesota. Messer defends her record as salary through January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred S. Pettit
L. M. Hawver
Grace A. Messer
Waterloo
Messer
M. H. Hill
Michael Dougherty
Minnesota
County ‘Board
Iowa
County Board
Sim
Chicago meeting prompts Messer resignation call
The text notes a citizens meeting in Chicago demanding Mrs. Messer resign. After the meeting she faced rebuffs, with unknown callers lobbing abuse by phone and several individuals visiting the office to upbraid her and threaten violence.
Iowa Press Association Ad Effort Funds Advertising Iowa
The Iowa Press Association authorized a $1,000 advertising fund to promote Iowa. Proceeds will be prorated among the state blue ribbon papers. The group seeks higher law limits for county board notices and drainage ditch notices, proposing a 5 cent minimum.
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Towa Press Ass’n
Iowa
Des Moines
Iowa Press Association
Musterole replaces mustard plasters for pain relief
Musterole, a white ointment made of oil of mustard and other ingredients, relieves sore throats bronchitis stiff neck asthma neuralgia and more without blistering. Available in 65 and 85 cent jars and hospital size for $3.00.
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