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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1924
Page
1
Indianapolis dispatch reports Mrs Luhr Horton claiming Johnny Duffy feared a relentless avenger. She describes Duffy's paranoia and secrecy during Christmas visits, with Orlando Horton and Cecile amid inquiries into a killer seen as pursuing Duffy for a past wrong. She says Duffy anticipated harm and believed a man sought him, guiding his final days.
A Senate committee halted its oil probe to study telegrams and telephone records related to Teapot Dome dealings. Chairman Lenroot announced executive session and planned to summon Attorney General Daugherty after accountants finish accountants’ review of stock transactions with Sinclair Oil. The panel will examine messages for relevance and may read them in public sessions.
Umbrella Romagnoli of International Newsreel survived a seaplane flight into Mount Vesuvius crater in Italy. He stayed seven minutes with a pilot, though locals feared death. Gas masks were worn and Romagnoli passed out after exiting but had captured dramatic photographs.
Washington Feb 26 senate hearings focused on whether government officials or committee members communicated with Fall or McLean during late 1923 and early 1924. The inquiry examined Palm Beach trips, loan allegations, telegraph and telephone records, and correspondence tied to Teapot Dome matters. Attorney General Daugherty offered full cooperation and denied insider profit from Sinclair stock, noting prior holdings and a net loss of about 28 dollars per share.
In a legislative move aimed at prompt action, a deferral was proposed to ensure the midset bill survives the special session. Representative Lina Jaunty floated an amendment creating an appointive budget board with review powers to replace the executive council as the budget board in the committee bill. Representative Haute proposed a separate budget bill for local budgets, plus another amendment would let any county adopt a local budget by citizen vote.
High requiem mass for Mrs Margaret Cunningham will be at St Joseph Catholic church at 9 a.m. Wednesday. Rev John M Wolfe of Dubuque will be celebrant assisted by Rev Edward Slattery and Rev John McDonald. Burial in the family plot at Independence, Pa. Funeral cortege leaves the church immediately after services. St Joseph's Rosary society to meet at Mrs Nick L Wolfe's home for prayers at 7 30 p.m. today.
John A Thompson of Des Moines testified before the insurance investigation committee about stock dealings and alleged tactics affecting clients. Casper Schenk argued Thompson acted as a salvager for insurers while details emerged on North American National receivership and proposed board changes.
A guard reported a 2800 pound safe stolen from the State bank of Kinsimanoto. Five men fled in a motor truck toward Chicago after failing to break into the strongbox, believed to contain about 15000 in cash. Authorities watched roads between Kinsman and Chicago for the fugitive crew.
Committeemen rejected Benatar Browne stated claim that investigators aim to whitewash the insurance commissioner and certify practices in insurance companies. The dispute centers on the true scope of the North American company management and its implications for regulatory oversight.
Munich report from United Press describes the 1920s treason trial of Gen. Ludendorff Adolf Hitler and 8 others for the Beer Hall Putsch. The defense contends they sought a new monarchy not secession, as judges read the indictment amid guards and witnesses.
A B Hurlbut secretary treasurer Waterloo Tile Marble Co elected director of Western District Tile and Mantel Contractors association at Kansas City convention. Longfellow, president, and his wife returned from national convention in Chicago where banquet program broadcasting from Hotel Congress gold room and a 20 minute talk on file marked first radio advertisement of its kind.
Mrs. Ross Metcalfe of 1208 Fifth West Cedar Falls is at Sarteci hospital with a fractured right leg between the ankle and knee after slipping on State street’s slippery pavement yesterday at 3:30 p.m. It is expected she will remain in Cedar Falls hospital for several days before possible transfer to Waterloo.
Ppils of Sacred Heart school will present their annual entertainment on March 17 in the school auditorium. In addition to usual specialties a playset titled The Trouble at Goodieys will be presented and is being rehearsed daily.
Cedar Falls city council cut the paving program from 42 to 36 blocks at a meeting last evening. The revised plan spreads paving across the city and the council will advertise for bids immediately.
Washington Democrats and Republicans clash over a tax reduction bill in the House. A proposed gift tax plan from Democrats and insurgents competes with the Republicans’ own approach. Leaders discuss income tax, surtax, and rates, with debate shaping the measure for a large income tax framework. The fight centers on gift taxation, corporate scope, and auto tire tax repeal.
Washington February 25 Joseph M Dixon governor of Montana and former U S senator and progressive leader is seriously considered for secretary of the navy to replace Edwin Denby. Dixon has strong backing in administration quarters and would take office when Denby resigns effective March 10.
In Miami Pla Feb 26 Bishon Homer C Stuntz of Omaha stricken with paralysis two weeks ago was reported slightly improved today. His condition remains serious as he stays at Bay View sanitarium.
An epidemic of measles has greatly reduced school attendance in Vinton Ta with only a quarter of pupils at desks. Yellow placards appear on many homes as illness disrupts classes. Trinity Lutheran Ladies' Guild meets tomorrow at 2:30 pm with a brief business session and refreshments. An apron sale will be held in the basement.
Vinton report notes George Garbers a 34 year old farmer collapsed and died while walking home from a business trip to Van Horne Indiana. In Fairfield petitioners seeking ouster against the mayor and three aldermen have requested a complete transcript for appeal to the supreme court after acquittal last week.
Senator Walsh denounced the Republican committee chairman as an inveterate liar and challenged proof that he fathered a naval oil leasing bill. Lenroot, committee chairman, affirmed Walsh's denial as correct while Walsh accused the GOP panel of distorting facts to discredit the investigative committee.
Indications point to two candidates for county superintendent in Black Hawk county in April H C Moeller the incumbent and Mrs Layina Burger of Independence. Burger visits voters while Moeller serves his ninth year in the office. The three year term and convention voting rules are outlined, with county auditor to notify school corporations 10 days prior.
Dubuque Iowa February 26 Mrs Frank Latenser aged 36 died in hospital from injuries from a Sunday accident when struck by an automobile driven by William Hanson a Dubuque fruit commission merchant A charge of reckless driving is filed against Hanson who lost control and the car struck a sidewalk inquest to be held tomorrow
London Maj Zanni and Lieut Page of the Argentine navy prepare for an around the world air flight due to start in May. Barcelona police raid Nuevo killing one and arresting twelve others. Lisbon demonstrations for lower food prices trigger a public employee strike. Madrid Primo Rivera signals the directory will cede power to a civilian government and parliament. Hull rail strike settled. Rome Crown Prince Humbert to sail for South America on July 1. London Britain will not protest U S liquor seizures before the rum running treaty ratified. London dockworkers return to work after a strike.
A Birmingham story discusses truth serum as a rising tool in criminology. Solicitor James G. Davis cites cases in solving brutal ax murders and notes the drug, a mix of scopolamine and morphine, may soon be widely used by physicians to extract truthful answers during interrogations.
Michigan Republicans add Robert M LaFollette to the presidential ballot after 110 of 124 signatures on a nominating petition are deemed acceptable. Petitions for Coolidge and Hiram Johnson also filed. Johnson still short of required signatures.
Des Moines February 26 Ed Thayburn attorney for Russell J Cockburn, recently imprisoned on charges of padding the city payroll, seeks Cockburns release on a writ of habeas corpus following his conviction at Anamosa reformatory.
Washington Feb 26 The cabinet discussed California hoof and mouth outbreak and agreed to take all steps to prevent spread beyond the area under quarantine. Columbus Feb 28 William Gibbs McAdoo formally filed as a candidate in Ohio for the Democratic presidential nomination sending a telegraph to the secretary of state announcing his candidacy.
Waterloo Kiwanis members heard city officials outline plans for a first class tourist campground to attract auto travelers. Sherwood the parks commissioner spoke on current Chautauqua Barker accommodations and funding limits. The club aims to join civic groups to fund and improve grounds while a West High seven piece orchestra performed and Craig Ellyson sang with Grace Haswell.
Hi T Wagner sheriff received two calls about mysterious horses or teams. Bert B Bunnell near Jesup reported a team of black mares left December 14 by a man named Shirley and never claimed or instructed on disposal. J Biller in Black Hawks county northern area said a strange gray mare and gray horse appeared in his barnyard this morning. He was told to hold them until the sheriff investigates.
Work started today cleaning debris of the Hawkeye Oil company warehouse on McKinley street, destroyed by fire yesterday. Preparatory to rebuilding once insurance adjusters finish. They are expected Saturday. Losses totaled 50,000, wholly insured. eleven trucks burned 15,000, building 15,000, stock 20,000.
Los Angeles reports a federal probe into cowboy star Tom Mix alleging two Mexican border guards dragged him from his car at Tia Juana on February 13 and beat him after he demanded his rights as an American. The guards are being questioned about their account as Mix shows facial marks from the incident.
In Maplewood Missouri on February 26 five bandits robbed the Citizens Bank of Maplewood escaping with eight thousand five hundred sixty dollars. Seven employees and one customer were present as three bandits tied them while the others rifled cages for cash.
Articles of incorporation filed in Waterloo Illinois announce a Piggly Wiggly Town company with Waterloo as the principal business place. The firm will trade in meats groceries provisions drugs hard ware dry goods clothing and shoes with authorized capital of 25000 dollars. Shares are 2500 at 10 dollars each with 16000 dollars subscribed and paid. Proprietors listed include W. E. G. Haynes Gien Haynes and Vincent Hagcall.
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