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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1914
Page
10
Waterloo observers report December 1913 as the warmest, most ideal month in history with average highs and lows at record levels. Temperatures ranged from 11 to 53 degrees, flowers bloomed, lawns grew, and outdoor sports flourished, marking an unmatched climate year in decades.
George Weilein of company B and Carleton Sias of company G Iowa National Guard receive notice that Ol. WA Allen has been elected brigadier general in the state. The election occurred December 41 with Allen who led the Fifty third regiment stepping into the new post. His successor was Washeen ghoran.
Our New Year revolution aims at improved eye care. Residents and visitors stop by for notes on local happenings. Mrs. T. M. Watts and Dell Rankin relatives arrive today. Temple Rebekah lodge to meet Friday with officer installation. Various locals visit relatives and conduct business in the city today.
Washington diplomats told the state department they would skip full dress for a diplomatic breakfast at William Jennings Bryan's home. The move followed Bryan's invitation for formal attire and reflects diplomats’ resentment of the administration's entertainments and the president's absence.
About fifteen to twenty men from the Walnut Street Baptist church left for Shell Rock this morning to take part in two monster meetings this afternoon and evening. The Water loo delegation travels at the Shell Rock church’s request, with Rev. E. M. Rhoades and Justin Prescott in charge. They expect to return tonight on a late train. An estimated 1,509 people will attend the two meetings today.
Chief Leighton ordered Sergeant Farrell to test the ice this morning. Ice near the dam is about three inches thick, while near the Mullan Avenue bridge it is only about one inch. Officers advise limiting skating to areas with thicker ice for a few days.
In Cannes France early today criminals known as the Phantom bandits fired two shots through a villa window in the Ranguin suburb, narrowly missing two women. The terror has peasants fearing to leave home after dark as police link the gang to a historic terror ring awaiting trial.
The Chicago Federation of Labor calls for a congressional inquiry into Michigan copper region conditions. Resolutions accuse mine owners and agents of causing the Red Jacket Christmas Eve panic that cost 72 lives. They allege Houghton County is controlled by gunmen and report assaults on Charles Moyer. Executive board member Anco Terzich says they will mobilize for the copper strike and aim to reform the union.
Waverly Republican reports Paul Bredow son of Mr and Mrs Gus Bredow delivered Waterloo Evening Courier to west side customers since May. He handed over his route to Hans Notting due to health and weather. Paul saved 80 dollars in seven months, prompting praise and a call for other youths to emulate him. The Waverly Democrat notes 1923 improvements totaling 281,200 with Mercy hospital annex 325,000 and St Marys church 28,000 among others.
John Lind traveling from Vera Cruz aboard the Chester had not reached Ship Island by morning. The president, after breakfast, learned the Chester had not anchored eight miles south at Ship Island and planned to sail the Winona to join his envoy. Telegrams from New York greeted him as ideal sea weather prevailed.
Harald Pratt aged 15 and Phillip Hedeman aged 13 were taken into custody by Detectives Me Sweeny and Morris on lar cvony charges after admitting to stealing two bicycles and pigeons from the Miller barn on Randolph street. They rode the bicycles to a pigeon retreat last night, and a stolen bicycle report at Police Headquarters aided the arrest. Parents seek reform school confinement as they admit they cannot control their sons.
Missen Nora Meitel and Mery Dew ver entertained twelve friends at a candy pull at the home of the former on Logan avenue last evening. Games were played with contests. New Year's resolutions were read and music provided by attendees. Refreshments served late.
Labor leaders in Lansing press for arbitration in the Michigan copper mining dispute. Clarence Darrow asks Governor Ferris to urge Calumet and Hecla Mining to meet President Wilson for talks, with a plan for a board including two arbitrators and a fifth appointed by Wilson or Ferris. If rejected, a special legislature session for a tonnage tax may be called. The governor pledged action but gave no immediate decision.
Frederika residents greet relatives and friends during Christmas and New Year. Numerous guests from Waverly Waterloo Sumner and other towns visit local families. A resident, Adolph Koch Sr., dies from blood poisoning and related complications. burial at St Peter's cemetery follows funeral at St Peter's Evangelical Church.
Last Monday Rev. Kleinan pastor of the church officiated. F.C. Schultz of Waverly made a business call. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Mueller visited relatives and friends at Cedar Rapids earlier this week. J. R. Jensen departed for San Francisco for the winter. Miss Elizabeth Teague spent Christmas with family in Fairbank. W. T. Gederian visited relatives in Charles City last Thursday and Friday.
Winthrop residents report visitors and travelers: Glenn Baleman to Central City. James Walch to Dubuque. Forrest Edwards to Harold Bucher. John Plank and family from Rouleau Sask visiting local kin. Slemmons and granddaughter Torothy weeks in Albert Merrill home. Bert Hocking from Idaho visiting Hockins. Mrs. Pheiffer and son depart for Allerton after stay with Wrank Thompson. Morris Maroney in Dubuque on business. Bert Schweitzer from Calder Sask visiting parents. George Slemmons to Chicago. Will Haskyn of Arlington in town. George Brubaker departing for Warren IL.
The funeral of ELE. Manhard, who died suddenly yesterday morning, will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o clock from the church, 159 Prospect Avenue, Highland. Pallbearers will be business friends and associates: George Lichty, Lt. Fawter, Po J. Kighmey, Alford Cong Jew, EL. Johnson, and Mitler Jones. Burial will be in Fairview.
A ten year old boy Charles Hoover died accidentally while hunting near ska loose. The article questions parental consent and the safety of children with firearms and asks whether society should encourage youth to hunt and become sportsmen amid sympathy and debate.
W J Howells notes in Marper's Magazine about Alcazar gardens and the courtly life near the Alczar in Seville. He contrasts intimate moments through shutters with public spaces and remarks that Spanish lovemaking time seems more open than in the United States though moonlight would improve the scene.
Curious fishing methods described in Stray Stories detail native Brigham coast fishermen using brushes and nets while on coral reefs to corner fish. They dive quietly with candle nut oil creating a calm surface, then scoop fish with hand nets. Shrimping on horseback is noted as another coastal technique. The London Standard cites historical references to right and left handed sling use among ancient Hebrews and King David’s mighty men.
A nervous witness stalls a senatorial inquiry as Senator Chipp presses for information. The exchange turns sharp when the chair asks for candor and the lawyer objects to the phrase out with it. The scene reflects the era’s witty political banter in Popular Magazine.
A Cincinnati Enquirer item notes the paradox that people accept vast statistics yet question simple signs like fresh paint. The quote highlights how belief hinges on interpretation and personal inquiry rather than numeric proof.
A playful exchange quoted from the Boston Transcript features a Waterloo Evewing Courier line about a suitor proving his means to win a daughter's hand. The witty remark frames a social ritual as a test of affluence, reflecting lighthearted wedding customs and newspaper humor from the era.
New York on January 1 reports egg thieves invaded the Madison Square Garden poultry show. Exhibitors installed electric apparatus to guard their eggs. A device by K. M. Turner of Nyack aimed at stopping collectors captured the voices of three men believed to have rebuffed Turner.
A terse exchange centers on a disappointing meal with a joking reference to the Bible and a quip about the cook. Papa blames the sop while the line hints at fleeting meals and family banter.
House listing offers a new room home with fur face and oak finish for sale. Available with monthly payments, same as rent. Phone contact 2068 Red.
Illinois Central timetable shows east bound departures from Dubuque and Chicago with local and express trains, and west bound services to Fort Dodge Omaha and Sioux City. Interurban links connect Waterloo Cedar Falls and surrounding towns with defined leaving times and running times, including Minneapolis Twin Cities routes and regional stops like Albert Lea and Des Moines.
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