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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1925
Page
9
A 16 year old San Francisco girl who killed her mother draws national attention. The piece questions her sophistication versus ignorance and references bold crime and political notes. It covers inspections, a factory collapse, Italian diplomacy, bank gossip, and shifting train schedules with terse, opinionated summaries.
Washington Jan 17 reports a dramatic westward realignment in senate chairmanships after deaths of Lodge and Brandegee. The list ranks committee heads from president pro tempore Cummins to various leaders and chairmen, highlighting a new balance with Cummins, Curtis, Robinson, Smoot, and others dominating influential posts across foreign relations, finance, appropriations, and more. The piece also notes ongoing water pollution concerns in Iowa communities and potential long term groundwater depletion.
A message from Italy carried in France reports King Victor Emmanuel refused to sign Mussolini's decree dissolving Malians chamber of deputies. It warns signing would have led to exile in England, preserving the king's throne by denial.
The Courier should be delivered to your name before 6 50. If you do not receive your paper by then due to error contact the office at S100. Phone calls must reach the office before 6 80 p.m.
Creston Louisiana January 17 plans for reorganizing the First National Bank of Creston which closed December 2 will proceed though consolidation with Creston National Bank is not guaranteed. Gerald B Hadock national bank examiner in charge reported the bank's securities and conditions of western paper held by the bank. Depreciation in value of this panel caused the closing.
Carney Boyd known as The Gabby Kid collapsed at Miami Union Station and died in hospital after being found unconscious. Police believe he was the target of a poison plot. Five thousand dollars and three diamond rings reportedly vanished from his person, and authorities seek a woman who accompanied him. Boyd’s home is listed as Omaha.
The British steamer Hong Kwa returning from Singapore reports three days in the hands of Chinese pirates who overpowered the captain and crew on the bridge. All passengers were left penniless but unharmed as the looting occurred aboard the vessel.
Daniel G Reid, famed tinplate financier known as the tinplate king, died of pneumonia at age 66 at his Fifth Avenue home. Born 1858 in Muncie Indiana, he built a fortune by 37, helped form American Tinplate, and later shaped deals with United States Steel, American Gas, Tobacco Products, and control of the Rock Island railroad amid Wall Street prominence.
Italian ambassador to the United States Don Gelasio Caetani defended Mussolini and the Fascist government in a New York speech before the Italian Chamber of Commerce. He praised the premier and criticized opposition parties, arguing Italy is not suited to parliamentary government.
Des Moines weekly road report says state roads range from rough to fair. Lincoln highway sections on Primary No 7 west and Jenmer son high y south cited as rough. Primary No 60 and Primary No 2 listed as fair.
Rain continued across Georgia as flood warnings were issued for all lowland districts. The Chattahoochee and Okmulgee rivers were expected to overflow their banks at many locations. Fishing colonies in lowlands around Macon were warned for the first time in years.
Marguerite D'Alvarez Spanish contralto, formerly with the Metropolitan Opera, will broadcast for the first time Wednesday night over WOR from Newark. The appearance is in honor of visiting Spanish painter Seunr Z. Anloaga, with support from Reinehardt galleries. Girl Shoots Betrayer in Cleveland Case In Cleveland Angeline Min, 19, tells detectives she shot and killed Tony Vidore, 24, after he betrayed her and she surrendered.
Ten workers were injured when the third floor of the Lubbers Belk Manufacturing plant collapsed before 11 this morning. Two seriously hurt were Florence Clausen and Herman Braids, both taken to hospitals. a full building check found all employees accounted for.
The Norwegian government moves to bar ships identified as engaging in the American liquor trade. The Shipowners' Association has condemned such running and warned vessels entering U S waters would lose support. The foreign ministry and justice ministry are coordinating to enforce the policy.
Cedar Rapids Iowa January 17 funeral services are announced for Newton Parvin grand secretary of the town around lodge of Masons who died last night. The service will be held Tuesday at 2 o clock with representatives from nearly every subordinate lodge in the state attending. Parvin served as grand secretary and librarian for decades and was a prominent figure in Masonic circles nationwide. He was born July 4 1851 in Mason City Iowa and came to Iowa with Gov. Lucas. His death ends a 60 year family tenure in the Parvin lodge offices.
The Black Hawk Bank is expected to reopen within days after a voluntary closing about a week ago. Hutchison notes depositors and creditors urged a cautious course and bank president Ugtenson says reopening is likely soon with strong public and financial support.
Weather outlook for the week beginning Monday in the Upper Mississippi and Inner Missouri valleys. Expect several periods of rain and snow at the start followed by a later spell of snow. Temperatures moderate early then colder later in the period.
In Frsan Francisco California on January 17 a 16 year old matricide Dorothy Ellingsen faced an inquest into her mother’s death. Her father Sam Ellingson and brother testified while vowing to aid their daughter and hire an attorney. The coroner’s office anticipated charges against the girl and a special prosecutor against jazz age “sheiks” was discussed.
Washington Jan 17 The senate judiciary committee postponed trial action on attorney general Harlan F Stone to the U S Supreme Court for the third time The nomination was delayed until Monday at the request of Senator Walsh who could not attend The delay followed Col James A Owenby accusing Stone of unprofessional conduct in Morgan litigation
Mrs. Ed. C. Keith wife of Creston mayor was appointed deputy clerk in charge of the Creston federal court and began duties following the death of John C. Hunt last November A. Phim. Creston was appointed U.S. commissioner, also a held office.
In California a committee of university professors released a report to the state board, urging to continue teaching the theory of evolution in public schools. They claim evolution is a scientific theory commonly accepted by many scientists and not in conflict with biblical doctrine.
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