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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1920

Page

4

Richest Indian Gives A Million In Aid Of Rage

Oklahoma City reports on Jackson Barnett, a Creek allottee and reputed richest Indian, who plans a $150,000 hospital near Henryetta to serve Oklahoma’s 100,000 Indians at no cost. The deal involves Cato Sells and federal oversight, with Barnett’s simple life and wealth shaping the tale.

Oklahoma City Okla America Oklahoma Jackson Burnett Henryetta Ohio Barnett Cushing Uncle Sam Cato Selis Washington, D. C Indian Department Cato Sells Mr. Sells Barrett Happy Hunting Ground Sells Washington Henrietta Vamy Jackson Barnett Garnett Okemah Altho

Sunday Schools in Joint Convention at First Congregational

The Waterloo district of the State Sunday School association holds a Sunday school methods contentions this afternoon and evening at First Congregational Church. Elizabeth Dean and G. Herbrecht preside as leaders from Des Moines. A round table invites questions, with the master and a representative from each Protestant church invited.

Waterloo State Sunday School Association First Congregational Church Elizabeth Dean G. Herbrecht Young People's Des Moines the Naster

Pickett Proposed as Delegates at Large to RNC

Cedar Rapids notes Charles E. Pickett of Waterloo as a possible delegate at large to the Chicago Republican convention. Voters heard his Rotarians talk and praise his public life experience, patriotism, and loyalty to Republican ideals, urging him and others like him to be sent to Chicago.

Pickett Cedar Rapids Charles E. Pickett Waterloo Yeaterday Iowa Delecate Chicago Charley Pinkett

Automotive Novelty Slips Into Waterloo for a Visit

A self propelled sleigh from Lime Springs arrived in Waterloo with Fred W. Mohr at the wheel and Frantis Schacht as passenger. Powered by a Ford motor belted to a five foot blade propeller, it white-knuckled nine hours 72 miles over rough winter roads. It travels 70 mph on ice and 40 on snow, with a fuselage style body and space for one passenger.

Waterloo Lime Springs Fred W. Mohr Frantis Schacht Repass

O H C case record sought as evidence in assembly hearing

In Albany today the trial of suspended Socialists resumes as Morris Hillquit blocks Walter Nelles from presenting the Kate Richards O’Hare record. Subpoena arranged while Judge Sutherland questions cross examination and Debs case references. Fire reported amid an estate dispute and a fatal arson attack follows a family estrangement.

O'Hare Associated Press Albany Ave Morris Hillquit Walter H. Nelles Kate Richards O'Hare Louis M. Martin Assembly Judiciary Committees Willquit Hillquit Seymour Stedman Mr. Stedman Wridays Eugene ¥. Debs Victor L. Berger Arthur H. Sutherland Debs Canton Bismarck Wade Sutherland Mr. Stedmand Stedman

Bomb failed to explode at Ballynahinch barracks

Brief notes: Ballynahinch constabulary barracks in County Down targeted by a bomb that did not detonate. Other items mention Berlin planning a war crimes bureau, twelve Russians recanting extremism and being released, French troops reported killed or captured near Houran, and burglars stealing jewels from Queen Louisa’s coffin at Charlottenburg.

Associated Press Dublin Ballynahinch County Down Berlin German Bar Association Leipsig New York Park Buford Seive London Damascus Houran Palestine Savs Cairo Charlottenberser Castle Louisa William I v

Woman Uses Ax to Scare Firemen as House Burns

In Fort Sheridan Wisconsin on February 24 a gray haired woman waving an axe and a shovel drove firemen from a blaze at the home of James Sweeney near Old Elm Golf Club. Chief M R Parker found the house ruined and the woman fled, identified as Mrs James Sweeney widow of the $70 000 Fort Sheridan estate. Authorities believe she may be with friends in Wighwood Park. William Sweeney.

Parker Samuel Marcus Fort Sheridan Sweeney Ft. Sheridan Jame Sweeney Old Elm Golf Club M. R. Parker James Sweeney Wighwood Park William Sweeney

Deaths of Ray Bickner Baby Zouwertmayn and Mrs Hickle

Ray Nathaniel Bickner 23 died after gallstone complications at St Francis Hospital. He was from New Hartford Ila and burial planned there. Baby ZouwerMayn a son born to F J Zimmerman and wife died in St Francis Hospital with burial at Calvary. Mrs Edward Hickle of Willis ton Avenue died at Independence Hospital with survivors including husband and daughter Gertrude. funeral details not announced.

Mabelle Clair Moody Marielte Clair Moody Berteh Avenue Elmwood Cemetery Petersen Bros Moody St. Francis Hospital Hudson H. J. Daggett Fimil Garland RB. F. Trap Ralph B. Chambers Waterloo Ray Nathaniel Bickner Hay Nathaniel Bickner St.Francis Hospital New Hartford Ila W. F. Bickner O'Keefe & Town Zouwermayn F. J. Zimmerman Harrison Street O’keafe & Towne Calvary Edward Hickle Williston Avenue Independence Gertrude

Rebellion rumors sweep Iron county prompts inquiry and candidacy news

District Attorney Mel. Donough denies any Iron county rebellion and vows federal aid while demanding a full investigation into the so called rum rebellion. Edward D. Shurtleff of Marengo announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for United States senator subject to the primary.

Iron County Mel. Donough Iron Washington Shurtleff Wator Rockford Edward { D. Shurtleff Marengo Springfield United States

Real Estate Board seeks loosened sewer work licensing

The Waterloo Real Estate board urged the city council to amend the nonprofit ordinance allowing licensed plumbers to perform water and sewer work. They claim it would save thousands yearly and cut maintenance costs, noting current craftsmen charge high rates and many homeowners do the work themselves for low wages. The petition was sent to the ordinance committee. A new electrical ordinance was adopted requiring factory and public building inspections every three months, and a revised penalties clause for misdemeanors was approved. Protests against sewer and paving assessments were filed, and Linden streetcar service extension received consideration.

Waterloo Real Estate Board Jyris George W. Wood H. B Blowers Linden Addition Linden Free Methodist Church

Fatigue Beauty Destroyer Praised By Atchison Woman

Mrs. Elizabeth Hankins of Atchison Kansas reports fatigue from anemia lifting after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She describes improved appetite strength sleep and color and notes past nervousness and exhaustion. She recommends the pills and offers a free booklet upon request. Pills cost 60 cents per box from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.

Elizabeth Hankins Atchison Street Atchison Kansas

Cham berlain's Tablets Praised by Utah Buyer

Mrs A W Milna of St George Utah extols Cham berlain's Tablets for biliousness and constipation and urges readers to get them at the drug store. They cost a quarter.

A. W. Milna St. George Utah Chamberlain

DOMT NEGLECT THE LITTLE ONES AD

A Cleveland reader protests parental neglect of sick children, calling a persistent cold a reflection on parents and urging Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy praised for stopping a child's coughing quickly. The ad claims the product contains no alcohol and is sold everywhere.

Irs J. S. Pitson E. 148Th St Cleveland Ohio Foley

Alley vacation sought at Nobile and Douglass streets

The request seeks to vacate a portion of the alley abutting the property at Nobile and Douglass streets in exchange for which older property would be added to the Y Thr Siamese. The text notes a comparison to Chinese customs, mentioning long fingernails on women, sometimes tipped with silver.

Cely Nobile Douglass Streets

Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Aid Digestion After Meals

Stated as advice on correcting stomach troubles from overwork and digestion errors. Claims tablets enter the stomach like food and aid digestion, helping the body prepare for the next meal. Recommends taking after meals or before bed and buying from any druggist for 50 cents.

Stuart

Foley's Honey and Tar Endorsed for Influenza Relief

Terry Willis of Sandy Point Texas reports a severe cough improved after using Foley's Honey and Tar. He spent four or five dollars on other medicines before one bottle gave relief. The product contains no opiates and is sold everywhere.

Foley Terry Willis Sandy Point Texas

Black Hawk county board delegates at good roads convention

All members except Joseph Shirley who is ill head to Ames for the annual good roads convention. They are joined by Charles M. Fisher, county highway engineer. Also mentions Mrs. Q. Nesbit praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for children.

Black Hawk County Joseph Shirley Ames Good Roads Charles M. Fisher J. A. Francis Coun

Local grocery ad listing varied canned goods and staples

A cluttered advertisement lists prices and items for sale including Bordco canned milk at 90 cents for six, Navy beans at 55 cents for ten pounds, pure lard at 2.50, various coffees and sardines, dried fruits, macaroni, peanut butter, and other staples. It provides phone numbers and address 313 N BL 4th St, with multiple brands and package sizes.

Japan Monarch Coffe

Foley Kidney Pills Ad From Old Magazine

An advertisement targets middle aged adults noting tiredness back pain and reduced vigor blamed on kidney issues. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy to strengthen kidneys banish backache and purify the blood with a testimonial from Rev W F M Swyndale of Macon Georgia praising readiness to endorse the product.

Foley W. F. M. Swyndale Macon

Women Need Not Stand It in St. Paul Neb Letter

A St. Paul Nebraska woman credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with ending four years of periodical pain and restoring her health. The letter, from Mrs Will Thomas, asks public publication to help others with similar troubles and promotes the product as a standard remedy for female ills based on testimonials.

St. Paul, Neb Lydia E. Pinkham Will Thomas St. Paul Neb Pinkham Lynn Mass

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