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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1927

Page

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Ontario Wife Sworn Against Husband Over Bigamy

A Canadian nurse Edna Mtuntz from Hamilton reports her marriage to Benjamin J. Muntz was valid, while his Ontario wife Naomi Walkey declares him a bigamist. Muntz, jailed on bigamy charges, says he thought he was divorced and intends to pursue a legal divorce while seeking reconciliation with Naomi. Naomi, stern, vows to end the relationship despite his pleas.

Bigenies Han Torn Pits Sen Smother Eouch Benjamin J. Muntz Dane Shert Lovey Inn County Hall Edna Mtuntz Edna Walkey Hamilton Ontario Canada Flusband Ashich Brida Chinrges Wile No Muntz Aoni Fieming W. B Duncan Dane Street Texas J. W. Edwards Alunta Bigany Ian Naomi Tim Dane Atreet Stig Maier Altho Naontl Lonka Waverly Informitton Montz Albert Hotel Anithey Omer Litta Pecties Mantle Wx Chens Ana Tawa Charles Ily Cuvetil Foe & Aid Mne Couiier Aetitied Wateritlos Mlude Hersellsna Farad Caydgaep Mamtix Tusbead Tate Wight URAL Tbs Walker Rane Epfiewa Daly Etree Phaniyue Dieture Murer Mabudne Poblhoe Ruwuea Suireedt

Open rebellion in Jalisco Uprising claims 79 casualties

Mexico City reports 79 killed in the opening battle around Tepatitlan and nearby towns as federal troops push rebels from their positions. The clash ends with rebels retreating toward CanPill and Milpitas, while the government vows more action. Second line notes continued pursuit and a church-led statement referencing Catholics.

Mexico City Upi Tepatithin Jalison Techeviad Chen Ferrovia Ferriera Robele Iklo Witeh Vopatithut Canpill Milpitas Tenelitlan Cmorathu Tarracks Reller Tly Rete Accordinus Berriera Ane Lwunt Pt Cepativanathe Ferdova Caera Joxses Tie Reflef Eoluan Hosiegesl Siurvhsnat Apiscopautes Tuan Moxien Cle Alehe Alexivan War Department Yethiedie Veilpod Rosia Cs Teipabiey Cyadeaa Apts Owen

Congress Today Considers Treaty and War Department Appropriation

Sunatis resumes consideration of a treaty while executive and commerce commission hearings continue on railway consolidation. The house and war department appropriation are under review with ongoing committee activities and hearings.

Teres Sunatis Aie Commerce Commission War Départment

Confused Text Discusses Proposals on World Court and Mexico

The fragment references Senator Borah proposing arbitration for Mexican tensions and criticizes President Coolidge's stance. It mentions American adherence to the World Court, anticipated acts to demonstrate good faith, and questions about the jurisdiction and relevance of international tribunals. The garbled piece hints at U S reactions to international legal bodies in the era.

Hoos Cooldxe Upbokls Doeteine Ameria Koratt Borah Tnd Bin Ss Canrele America Corteal Ameerica Tribuchal United Os Itr Weis Alexien AAMT

Michigan City Fire Department Responds to Pipe Fire

A brief local incident reports Michigan City firefighters responding to a pipe fire. Authorities noted minimal injuries as crews secured the scene and inspected for further hazards. The report references Mercy of Fltanes and mentions Waters of jew ilses in serceapting ie, with unclear details due to damaged OCR.

Michigan Livhey Tires

Courthouse Plot Enlarged In Jail Building Proposal

A courthouse relocation plan seeks to enlarge a jail building with a new main structure. The proposal includes property details, financing, and timeline, noting restrictions and the need for public access. Officials discuss parcels, project scope, and potential impacts on residents and nearby services.

Riots in Foochow Attack Americans and Churches

In Foochow on January 17, mobs beat American and British women and two ministers, dragged victims through streets, and burned churches and foreign properties. The unrest, linked to rising nationalism, included attacks on Catholic and Protestant institutions. The British consider defense while the U.S. gunboat request grows amid tensions.

Foochow China Uklen London Athoi Foreign Office U.S Hongkong LPI Swatow Uwidan Rey HL FL Page Aiochean Baptist Mission College Page

Examiner Takes Bank at Legrand

A bank examiner assumed charge of Legrand Vines Bank as directors ordered its closure. The move followed a two month withdrawal period to safeguard depositors. The bank shows capital of 30 and deposits around 150000 with VFBL Smaha as president and TC Kridman as vice president.

Legrand Tt. Ofan Legrand Vines Bank Weary Vfbl Smaha TC. Kridman Mind En 0 Kabuda Agishion

Mortuary MRS and PLM services held after tragedy

Obituaries report deaths and funeral notices for multiple individuals. Details include dates, places, surviving relatives, and service arrangements, with mentions of family connections and local church or hospital affiliations. The text records bereavements across several families, noting widows, children, and siblings.

Indiana police hold suspect AG strangler of a dozen women

Reports say police in Indiana hold a suspect identified as Peter Ayers, dubbed the gorilla man, linked to a string of strangulations across California, Oregon, Missouri, and Kansas City. Vague details describe home intrusions and demands for money, with an alleged Italian interpreter aiding inquiries.

Indiana Cetersbars Oregon Missouri Peter Oyers Mme California Dash Kansas City Tne Wormerr

Hunter resigns as Elko Exalted Ruler amid lodge vacancy

The Exalted Ruler of Waterloo Lodge No. 290 resigns effective at the next election and installation. A special meeting is set to fill the vacancy. A new lodge official is expected to be named, with ceremony and administrative duties noted.

Hunter ELKO Waterloo Lodge Hig Tlunter Haume Ile

Trials Will Bare History of House of David Colony

Benton Michigan January 17 The hearings will reveal the entire history of the House of David colony as prosecutors outline the criminal charges against the Israelite group. Prosecution says the case will unfold as the United States dissolves and reveals the deeds of the past. Specific trial dates and key figures are listed as the process proceeds.

David Colony Benton Hurbar Mich David

De Valera Confined to Bed by Bad Cold

A fragmented report notes Eamon de Valera is confined to bed with a bad cold. The item includes garbled text about locations and unrelated names, but centers on his illness and reduced public appearances.

de Valera

Former Merchant Suspected of Arson in New York

Fragmentary notice reports a former merchant under suspicion of arson in New York. The text mentions a house and a possible investigation, with references to other names and locations obscured by OCR errors.

Dialectic on War Notion in Modern Education

Dr. Herbert Martin of Drake University criticizes present schooling for teaching war as the sole remedy for international disputes. He warns that industrial obsession damages spiritual values and may burden future generations with misplaced priorities, urging a broader civilizational contribution.

Herbert Martin Drake Universita Dey Meies Rotary Diary Russell Anson Martin Martina Newdingiand

Seek Mother for Kidnapped Children in Rock Island

In Rock Island Wisconsin a search by the sheriff continues for two missing children Nashina and Vivareh with their mother A G Erbush cited. The case center on abduction allegations tied to the county court and a grandmother figure. Police and county officials pursue leads in the effort to locate the children and bring them home.

Rock Island Dar Alissan Nashina A. G. Eirbush Prandmother Bey Vivareh Webster Nevis Gaither Laxionh Eustady

Cows Cant Resist This Ian's Voice

Fragmentary text mentions a person named Ian and cows reacting to his voice. The garbled lines reference Tad Spencer, Binney, and an owner, with unclear event details and dates.

Ian

Smock Sells Jowa Land and Gravel Co Announcement

Ray G. Smock today announced his interest in the Jowa Land and Gravel Co. located in Riosville with a tentative sale set for Saturday. The Bakers' Life Insurance of Des Moines acts as the agent for the transaction and the deal involves Owen Dusiness.

SMOCK Jowa Land & Gravel CO Ray G Bellany Riosville Saeed Owen Dusiness

Temperat eres Mosman Saturan Minin Srtardiay

Fragments describe a weather or schedule related item with names and unclear places. The readable content mentions Mosman and Saturday and related timing but lacks coherent details to form a clear event or outcome.

Court rules Senate can compel witnesses in probes

The U S Supreme Court upheld the Senate’s power to compel Maj S Daugherty of Ohio to testify before the Daugherty committee, ruling congressional panels may force attendance when the inquiry aids legislation. No dissent was announced. Senator Wheeler says next moves will be decided with leaders.

Washington Senate Maj. S. Daugherty Ohio Daugherty Supreme Court Congress Farry TF. Sinclair Harry AM. Daugherty Federal Hueslian van Devanter Sinclair Pil House Moowas Mal Daugherty Hint Wheeler Montana Daugherty Committee Senaie Inaders

May Report on Vote Contest by Friday

A recount of votes in the Whiting-Nugin contest is expected to be finished this week and the report submitted to the House of Representatives by Mindtey. The first meeting of Lac vommilles was held at Tow nly Friday with recount details noted.

Dies Moines Nan LPI House of Representatives Mindtey Lac Vommilles Savery Sumurl Whiting Lis Lewe House Peeding Hershey Tate

Six Die in New York from Cold Wave

Six deaths attributed to the cold wave were reported in New York with additional fatalities in Trenton and Philadelphia. The region faced the coldest weekend of the winter as temperatures briefly rose, ending the harsh spell.

New York Joy Wertheer Sis Daes Tristan Phildelphia

Junk dealers charged with blocking street in municipal court

Charges filed in municipal court against junk dealers for obstructing a street with piles of junk. Defendants include Dake Trabich of 51 Commercial Street and C Burkitt of Washington Street. John Reeve Plant cited for obstruction on Commercial Street. Max Anderson to appeal conviction after a morning hearing. Compton Stokes charged with passing bad checks to be tried this afternoon. Rock Island Washington headline notes injuries from a vehicle crash.

Acvey Win Mec Informations Werd Dake Trbich Thoyson Avenue Liquon Cas Ordred Max Anderson Reefa Atsan Heenan Poxseasten W. ST. Whitford Merck Compton Stokes

Divorce Granted in Cruel and Inhuman Treatment Case

Roles today granted divorce to Mildred TR Jones from Clarence Hy Jones on grounds of cruelty. Court records show marriage licenses and related proceedings filed in Withees Mankray, Watrrlon area, Cearl Course.

Tudee Mildred TR. Jones Clarence Hy. Jones

Girl Gas Victim's Funeral Thursday

Funeral services for Marjorie Allee 17 Lansing daughter of Mrs. Willitng Kenison Maywood addition will be at 10 a m Thursday at St John Catholic church with Rev Father Ny Lenty officiating Burial will be in Elmwood The Rosary society will meet for prayer 8 30 p m Tuesday in the Kistner chapel Ralph Whitlall 25 1712 Fourth Street East lover of Marjorie recovered from monoxide gas and was reported improving at St Francis hospital He recalls nothing from the time he fell asleep in the car until regaining consciousness later in the afternoon.

Marjorie Allee Lansing Willitng Kenison Maywood Addition Ralph Whitlall Fourth Street East Windolff St. Francis Hospital Soan Marjorie St. John's Catholic Church Father Ny. J. Lenty Ehnwoo Rosary ‘Society of the Church Kistner Chapel Windolf St. Wiunels Hospital Teo Mar.jarie

Manslaughter Defendant Fails to Reach Court

Preliminary hearing for Tfirrison Barnest, 19, of 1410 Blade Think Street, driver of the truck that ran down and killed Civil War veteran Richard Atkins, was continued as neither the defendant nor his attorneys appeared. Judge Gwynne and county officials had discussed dismissal. the case likely to be continued after a grand jury act.

Tfirrison Barnest Blade Richard Atkins John W. Gwynne W. A. Cook Ralph W. Fravia Gwynne Warnest del Erly Gwynon Grand Jury

Five Tragic Deaths Reported Since Last Friday

The article lists five deaths including infant Mayes found in bed and W A Shudtiuck the undertaker who died at home. Other fatalities include A N Thornton and A J Ritwithota. Two workers escaped gas exposure while renovating a school building but were revived by artificial respiration.

Clinton Dat. I UNS Gonoofdostis Mayes W. A. Shudtiuck A. Ne Thorton Lie Borer A. J. Ritwithota Tote Danenter Willant Sehmita Mirenbrody Wriaath

Favorable Balance of Trade Shrinks in 1910 Report

The commerce report shows a favorable trade balance of $377,869,000, the smallest since 1910, with imports at $162,840,000 and exports around $540,000. The era records a rise of $99,900,000 in the trade surplus as shipping and foreign trade tighten.

Washington, MP America Soni Wera

Fatally Hurt When Tean Starts Auto

A farmer near here was fatally injured in a tractor accident. While attempting to unhitch the tractor, the animal panicked and knocked him down. He was dragged beneath the vehicle and died later at Marshiall town hospital.

Tean Dan Wille Heres

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