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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1917

Page

9

Shooters nabbed in raids in Mancon Street dice game

Fifteen colored men were arrested in raids on a craps game and scheduled to appear in police court. Seven pleaded not guilty to being inmates of a disorderly house, with cases continued. eight forfeited $10 bonds. One woman in charge escaped. A second report notes Evans Davis lost about $70 in dice games and sought police help. he and three others also faced charges and had hearings continued to Friday.

Charles Wetlauter Mancon Street Eliza Crow Evans Davis Manson Street Davis Glenwood Street Pm Disorderly House

Panorama of Life in Fellowship Play at First Methodist

The Fellowship class of First Methodist church will present Pictures of Memory a panorama of life at the church tomorrow evening. Rehearsals led by Mrs Minna Brady McGann of Chicago feature scenes of a district school, singing school, courting a cane wedding and other married life episodes with old fashioned costumes and music. Cast includes Mrs J L Buechele and W M Rickert as grandmother and grandfather, Mrs H O Barton teacher of the district school, Dr F T Suit singing master, Mr and Mrs Walter Fresbern as bride and groom, and many others with bridesmaids flower girls and a male quartet to perform solos and ensemble numbers.

First Methodist Church Minna Brady McGann Chicago J. L. Buechele W. M. Rickert H. 0. Barton F. T. Suit Walter Fresbern F. YT. Suit Mames. van Pelt Garrabrant O’rourke G. B. Shoemaker Virginia Cox Catherine Barton

Leaky gas hose starts record breaking blaze

Fire crews were called to J A Long home at 225 Fowler Street where a blaze began from a leaky gas hose connected to two small stoves. Curtains and nearby woodwork were damaged. losses expected to be small. The alarm count reached 53 for the month, a new record surpassing December 1918’s 52 alarms. Insurance ad from Miller McCartney Insurance Agency appears.

J. A. Long Fowler Street

Trains Delayed by Drift Snow in Cats

Northwest winds and drifting snow delayed trains on northern divisions toward Waterloo. A 40 mph gale piled new drifts with snowplows aiding passage. Great Western No 55 from Minneapolis arrived two hours late, while Rock Island No 20 was four hours late. Temperatures fell to 1 below overnight, rising to 10 above by morning.

Waterloo Great Western Minneapolis Rock Island Ralph Slippy

Glove Firm Officer Seeks Relief From Bankruptcy

George H. Virden an officer of the defunct United Glove and Mitten company petitions the district court for relief from bankruptcy. He lists assets at 12500 and liabilities at 31164.38 mostly incurred in financing the corporation. March 6 is set by G W Wood referee in bankruptcy for the first creditors meeting.

George H. Virden United Glove & Mitten Company District Court G. W. Wood Bankvantcy Meetme

Receiver reports in Mervin versus Boulder Creek case

F S Merrian as receiver files his final report and resigns citing removal from the city. The accounting shows receipts of 200 dollars and disbursements totaling 145.41, detailing the financial activity in the Boulder Creek Mining matter.

F.S. Merrian

Public program at Moose hall features Ross Conservatory pupils

Pupils from the Ross Conservatory of Music will perform at Moose hall in an open program. Featured performers include Vera Phippin Dorothy Scales Lorna Spash Ethel Ewen Orpha Nemecek Theo Buzzard and many others in headings vocal violin and piano pieces. Admission is free.

Ross Conservatory of Music Moose Hall Avaning Vera Phippin Dorothy Scales Lorna Spash Ethel Ewen Orpha Nemecek Theo Buzzard Pauline Petrie Marian Ross Lulu T. Smith Kathryn Flynn Arletta Lodwick Ralph Bennett Fern Way Julia Simonson Madeline Smith Lewis Sheffield Bertha Mercelles Adella Damga Bertha McCartney Ruth Corey

Among the Churches Socials and Meetings

Walnut Street Baptist Lend j Hand class entertained by Miss Sarah Neith for a social evening. About 60 young women attended with Miss Lois Tunis winning contests and Miss Lowe assisting. Mrs FG White honored by Philathea class as she leaves for Sioux Falls March 1. Ald society Circle No 8 met with hostesses including Mrs EB Holmes. Westminster Woman's Missionary Society annual meeting elected officers. Central Christian held a dollar social planning a Pumpkinville Commencement for a church benefit.

Walnut Street Baptist Lendj Hand Sarah Neith Lois Tunis Lowe Kensington FG. White Philathea Matthew ‘Westrate White Sioux Falls Ald Society Mmes. EB. . Holmes Guy Knapp Matthew Westrate

Tanlac gains praise from Waterloo residents

Enthusiastic reports from Schuneman Drug Co customers in Waterloo credit Tanlac with major health gains. Mrs H Ternes of 803 College St. says asthma stomach trouble and weakness improved after taking Tanlac, detailing eight years since last washing and better sleep appetite and strength. Local agents listed for several nearby towns.

Schuneman Drug Co Tanlac Waterloo Tanlee H. Ternes College St Walt la Porte City H. J. Blanchaine Nashua M. L. Woodbridge Gelweln—a A. C. Wilson Co Osage Mika Garns Reinbeck R. A. Lonergan Sheil Rock—Herring Drug Co Sumner—Corner Pharmacy Waverly Stauffiin & Hartman Cedar Falls Cedar Falls Drug Co Clarksville R. W. Sylvester Grundy Center S. H. Hummel Hudson A. T. Joder Independence I Parker Co Jesup N. M. Tritz Dike Drug Co Dike, Towa Iment

Judge Flays Woman For Blaming Police

In juvenile court Judge C W Mullan admonished a mother who criticized police over her 16 year old son. The boy, arraigned on larceny, had prior troubles and was ordered to Eldora Industrial School but paroled on good behavior to seek work.

C. W. Mullan Eldora George D. Harris

Theatres Spotlight In Waterloo And Majestic Shows

The Waterloo touts a record crowd for The Fountain of Youth by Al Gorrell Stock Company with a strong run ahead and Mrs. Gorrell singing. At the Majestic, Bev Fay headlines a vaudeville bill with Arm strong Maude Smith and others in a mix of songs and dances. The Plaza screens The Witching Hour with C Aubrey Smith leading and Jack Sherrill supporting.

Waterloo al Gorrell Sth Fountain of Youth Gorrell Majestic Bevy Fay Majestic Theatre Frenr Hiva Fay PLAZA C. Aubrey Smith Jaffery Jack Sherrill Robert Conness Marie Shotwell Freeman Barnes

Patrick Downing Shaved by County Farm Steward

Patrick Downing an 86 year old derelict arrived in Waterloo Monday losing items and hair. At the county farm the steward Glen Morris shaved Downing's face and head for sanitary reasons.

Patrick Downing Waterloo Glen Morris Downing

Austn Minn Conductor Eugens Foot Seriously Ill After Stroke

Eugens Foot of Austin Minnesota, formerly of Waterloo, suffered a stroke Monday and is in serious condition. He was a passenger conductor for the Milwaukee railroad, according to a message received by D. R. Gould of 216 High Street yesterday.

Eugens Foot Austin Minn Waterloo D. R. Gould High Street Milwaukee Railroad

Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad From F J Cheney Co

An 19th century style advert claims catarrh is constitutional and can be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It states the product is taken internally, acts on the blood, and offers a hundred dollar reward if it fails. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio Gila

Millionaire HIV? Self publicity from Walthall in New York

Oklahoma oil and gas magnate J C B Walthall details life changes after reading a newspaper prescription. He credits improved health to a tonic of endomene compound, balmwort, cardiol essence, and sarsaparilla syrup, taken after meals and at night. Local druggists praise the formula.

New York N.Y J. C. B. Walthall Oklahoma

Farm living movement grows as city folk seek plots

Real estate agents report rising interest in small farms of five to ten acres near cities. Buyers, mainly working families, seek affordable land for gardens, cows and chickens amid high living costs. Tradesmen note exodus hints and modern houses sprouting as prices push some toward rural living. Licensed to wed items follow, listing local couples and dates.

M. L. Bowman Manard & Bowman

Cascarets Claim Health Boost For Clean Bowels

Two million users claim Cascarets clear headaches and purify breath by mild nightly use. The ad promises a clean tongue, sweet stomach, and improved mood with a candy that eases indigestion constipation and bilious symptoms. Mothers are urged to give it to feverish children anytime.

Cross

Courier patterns for up-to-date fashion designs

The notice instructs Courier readers on sending 10 caps for each pattern to the Fashion Department Evening Courier Waterloo. Patterns promise quick fulfillment and delivery within ten days after sending your order, with all orders filled soon as possible.

Fashion Department Evening Courier Waterloo

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