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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1918

Page

11

Ruthless War Hag Succeeed Says Tageblatt

London Jan 12 The Tageblatt reviews Germanys U boat drive ending Feb 1 and claims the campaign has upended Entente economic life The paper cites an average of 21000 tons sunk monthly February to December totaling nearly 10 million tons for the year It estimates Entente and neutral ship losses will total 5 billion dollars in value and cargoes at 250 pounds per ton with future shipbuilding not fully offsetting the losses.

London Germany Tageblatt Entente Ententé

Patriotism at Cedar Heights Community Center Meeting

Residents braved sub zero weather to attend a patriotic Cedar Heights Community Center meeting at the schoolhouse. A lively discussion urged enacting a law linking property holdings to war bond contributions to deter financial slackers and spur pro German dissenters to support the land. H. C. Moeller presided as club president.

Cedar Heights Commodity Center Club H. C. Moeller Lub Gedar Heights ‘Community, Center Club

Wilson Opposes Plan For New Cabinet Member

Washington, January 12. President Wilson rejects congressional plans to create a separate department of munitions with a new cabinet officer. He believes such a move would harm production, disrupt War and Navy departments, and expresses full confidence in Secretary Baker. The war industries board would assist existing agencies in supplying munitions.

Washington, D. C White House House Wilson Baker War Navy War Industries] Board

Police Officer Suffering Pneumonia Hidden By Poison

Policeman Mark G. Rechtfertig was hospitalized at St Francis with a combination of poisoning and pneumonia. He learned of the poisoning today as his condition worsened, with doctors planning to keep him resting and expect him to sit up early next week.

Mark G. Recktfertig St. Francis Hospital At- Landing Rechtfertig Corders Yonkh Junge 7. C. Beem Jong

Promoters tout wool and meat drive at Hotel Russell

A meeting of business men including ot. R. Churchill F. R. Chaffee and Norman Epstein promoted the Treore wool more sheep more meat campaign. Another public meeting is set for today in the game hotel gar room at pm. Churchill says eight pounds of wool per person per year and 75 pounds of meat per year. The U S now has four tenths of a sheep per person. BAY JUNIOR BONDS. At the Waverly Community club banquet practically every man subscribed for junior bonds. A short talk and vote showed broad support for the movement. Charles Van Vieck of the Waterloo Commercial club spoke. STILL UNCONSCIOUS. Mrs Emma Gorton remains unconscious after a collision with a passenger train Thursday morning.

Ot. R. Churchill F. R. Chaffee Norman Epstein Russell Lamson Girllroom of the Game Hotel Mr. Churchill United States Emma Gorton

Mortuary Report and Family Deaths

The remains of Stephen James Grearley were taken to Lake City today for funeral and burial tomorrow. Lawrence Walther, one week old son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Walther of 1225 Franklin Street, died at 7 p.m. There will be two brief services at the O Keefe and Towne chapel Monday morning with burial in Calvary.

Stephen James Brearley Stephen James Grearley Lake City Lawrence Walthel Lawrence Walther Joseph Walther Franklin Street O'Keefe & Towne Brial Calvary

Bolsheviks Call for Volunteers and Ukraine Peace Clash

London dateline reports Krylenko urges volunteers for a Russian army amid German peace talks. He warns of a separate peace prompting encirclement by enemies and officials say a new Red Guard based force will defend the revolution and aid continental workers. Fighting with Ukrainian troops near Rachmatch leaves heavy casualties as Ukrainian forces reportedly occupy the town.

Russian Council of Peoples Ukraine Repubics Krylenko London Bolsheviks Petrograd Germany Russia France Great Britain Red Rachmatch Tchernigov Rachmatces Reuter Techernigor Debaizaro Kharkov Inovska Semenov

Juvenile Court Records Two Complaints Filed in Incorrigibility

Two complaints were filed in juvenile court today by Asa W. Brink against his daughter Gladys I Brink and by Howard A Hicklie against his daughter Lillian Hickle on incorrigibility charges. The girls, along with two younger siblings, left home Wednesday night and were located six miles west of Cedar Falls yesterday morning.

Asa W. Brink Gladys I. Brink Howard A. Hicklie Lillian Hickle Cedar Falls Mormiuz

Speaker Endorsed by S S Ament Lectures on Armenian Relief

Arthur C. Ryan a missionary and Red Cross relief worker spoke at First Congregational church and is praised by Grace Ament probation officer who heard him in Chicago two weeks ago His Turkey experiences will interest those following the Armenian question and Red Cross relief programs

Arthur C. Ryan Red Cross First Congregational Church Grace Ament Chicago Ryan Turkey Miss Ament Sars

Called communication at Waterloo Lodge Nev 145 A F & A M

A notice states a called communication at Waterloo Lodge Nev 145 A F & A M will meet at the Masonic temple this evening to perform work on the first decree. There will be communion at both morning and evening services tomorrow at St Luke's English Lutheran Church.

Waterloo Lodge Masonic Temple St Luke'’s

Births Reported in Local Records

Gilbert W Shaulis and Teyner announce the birth of a daughter on January 6. Oscar W Hamer of Watersow reports a son born in January. Jacob Scares of Gilbertville greets a daughter born January 4.

Gilbert W. Shaulis Teyner Oscar W. Hamer Watersow Dan. A. Jacob Scares Gilbertvitle

Coal fuel worries in Waterloo area amid rail thaw

The Waterloo Cedar Falls and Northern Railway consumes 120 tons of coal daily to run and heat cars. Officials report no shortage, holding 3.6 thousand tons in reserve. future supply relies on southern arrivals as a winter storm cripples rail traffic and raises coal demand. Blizzard and cold worsen service, with trains halted and beds filled as gas and coal strain Oklahoma City and Kansas fields.

Waterloo, Cedar Falls & Northern Railway Waterloo Cedar Falls Kaupas City Street Waterloo Corporation Town Ilinois Cedar Rapids Durham Cook County Chicago Kansas Kansas City Central and Southwest Warsny Weather Bureau Civie Oklahoma- Kansas Rock Island Golden State Limited Kisinel Kan Oklahoma City Parsons Eldorado Kansas Missouri Oklahonte St. Louis Lipse United Railways Commany Union Station Chicago & Alton Brighton Ill Alton Peorta Peoria Peoria

Blizzard Leaves Chicago Area Snowbound And Cold

Chicago and nearby regions endure the worst blizzard in years with heavy snow and a northwest wind freezing rail and streetcar traffic. Cities report 17 to 21 below zero, widespread coal shortages threaten service, and trains are hours off schedule or abandoned. Hospitals in Camp Dodge and Des Moines regions brace for straining cold injuries.

Camp Camp Dodge National Army Fort Des Moines Clinton Clinton Dubuque Dubuque Burlington Hilt Fred Helzen Ottumwa Altho Chicago Rocky Mountains Appalachian Range Rockies Canada Mexico Weather Bureau

Teachers Named for New Classes in Military Work

The first class in the school of instruction for men in the selective service opens Monday at 7 30 p m at the Y M C A. A committee arranged the schedule with Col C W Cotton Dr C J Chambers and O H Johnson as instructors for Army organization hygiene and shop math and related topics under the council of defense. Enrollees urged to join. more classes to be formed if enough men enroll.

Y. M. GC Franklin C. Platt A. T. Hakill C. W. Kline Army Organization Col C. W. Cotton C. J. Chambers O. H. Johanson Council of Defense Jenroli

Winter gale disrupts Waterloo rail service continues on schedule

Morning operations at the Waterloo barns faced a severe winter gale with dry snow drifting rapidly. Motormen reported a strenuous shift as rails iced over and a snow sweeper failed to clear debris, yet interurban lines to Waverly Cedar Falls and Cedar Rapids saw little trouble while northbound trains reached Cedar Rapids on time.

Waverly Cedar Falls Cedar

Snowbound City Feels Winter’s Bite In Daily Life

A brisk winter scene unfolds across Commercial Street with horses, wagons, and pedestrians battling gusts, snow drifts, and frozen fingers. Streetcar workers chant farewell, and a bold drunk in court offers a whisky excuse as Chicago closes schools for a snow week.

Baker Opposes Appointment of Munitions Head

In a Senate hearing, Baker challenges the appointment of a munitions chief amid clothing shortages at Camp Sbhe r. He argues shortages reflect climactic levels and calls for full facts, while Democratic members urge ministers to acknowledge ongoing supply gaps and the need for corrective legislation.

Baker

Maine Shipyards in Service Boost War Effort Across Coast

Maine shipyards roar back to life as war demand spurs new plants and launches. Bath, Belfast, Stockton Springs, and Milbridge push out schooners, barges, and steamers. Bangor area hulls, and Sandy Point production feed the emergency fleet. Workers recalled from idle years return with high wages as material shortages slow progress.

Bangor Maine Ness Bath Pockland District Belfast Harrington Milhridge Waldoboro Boothbay Harbor iCasho Day

City in Brief and Local Notices

James Warnock sues for 325 dollars on promissory note against A Fenton and K G Pedersen. Pedersen homebound ten days. O O Barton ill two weeks at 629 Baltimore. W W McFarlane returns from Chicago business visit. Mrs J T Houser in very serious condition after Chicago operation. Philomathian Literary Society will present a patriotic musical program Monday evening. J W Koch of Steynearson & Koch back after 10 day absence due to illness. Briggs family quarantined for scarlet fever at 1210 Sycamore. J K Bunyan home at 444 Walnut with no placard for chickenpox. Questionnaires returned for several registrants. Ante-nuptial contract filed between D Becker and Anna B Weaver. Heirs of neither to share estate. Waterloo Commercial club may postpone annual meeting if speaker unavailable. Three recruits for the regular army enlisted in Waterloo: Merritt Bushby and John Pinch in aviation and Harold H McCarthy in medical. Chiropody for men and women advertised at Marinella shop.

K. GC. Pedersen Grant, Avenue O. Barton Baltimore Street W. W. McFarlane Chicago J. W. Koch Steynearson & Koch Seventh Street Quinty Briggs Sycamore Street J. K. Bunyan Walnut Street Regular Army Waterloo Merritt Bushby John Pinch Fairbank Signal Corps Harold H. McCarthy Randolph Street Medical Marinella Shop Commercial

Pape's Cold Compound Promises Quick Relief

Try Pape's Cold Compound to clear stuffed noses and air passages, relieve headache and sore throat, and stop discharge. Take a dose every two hours until three taken, promising prompt relief with a pleasant taste and low cost at drug stores. Ensure you get the genuine product.

Lone Man in Uniform Rose and Murders at Camp Funston

An army bank robbery at Camp Funston Kansas left four men dead and a fifth seriously wounded with axes. About $11,000 and liberty bonds were taken. A uniformed captain’s attire sparked questions whether a soldier was involved. Guards tightened as the coldest day of the year reduced sentry numbers and delayed a cash shipment intended for the bank.

Camp Funston Kan Army Bank United States Army Kentry Winters SA Army Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas Clix Mr. Winters Young Chkson Mr. Jewell Ann Army Wornall Kansas City Iato

Musterole relief poster touts mustard plaster substitute

An old-fashioned remedy ad promotes Musterole as a non blistering mustard oil preparation for sore throats bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia and various pains. It claims rapid relief and wide use from chest pains to back and joint discomfort with hospital size offered at $2.50.

Relief from Eczema Promises Clear Skin Remedy

An advertisement for Zemo claims it cures pimples black heads blotches eczema and ringworm. It markets two small bottles at 35 cents or a large bottle at 1 dollar from E W Rover Co Cleveland Ohio, saying the antiseptic liquid is clean penetrating not sticky or greasy and easy to apply.

E. W. Rove Co Cleveland

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