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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1912
Page
4
The piece extols Warrenton as a harbor at the Columbia River mouth promising vast natural advantages and repeated histories of wealth from smart investments. It compares Warrenton’s potential growth to New York City's future riches and urges early property foresight as a lifetime gain.
Warrenton sits at the Pacific mouth of the Columbia Basin, backed by vast timber, farming, dairying, fruit, and mining wealth. The basin supports world lumber activity with ships and mills, making Warrenton a prime outlet and property opportunity. Sign the Free Facts Coupon to learn more.
The freight cost advantage of the Columbia River port attracts railroad magnates, engineers, and Congress. Uncle Sam funds millions to improve Columbia River Harbor, fueling competition among rail builders and drawing national investment interest toward War Renton. Sign up for the Free Facts Coupon to learn more about the project.
A historical view argues natural harbor potential shapes cities like New York Canton Hong Kong and New Orleans. It claims Warrenton on the Columbia Harbor could become a major center as natural advantages drive growth and investors follow opportunities. The piece suggests readers study Warrenton’s prospects for free.
A garbled report from Cedar Falls Iowa notes activity at the Falls Daily News with references to Waterson Evening Courier and general agents. It cites addresses on Franklin Street and Cedar Falls and a phone listing 226 Red. The incomplete text hints at correspondence and distribution details for January.
Mrs Eliza Booth dies in Cedar Falls then Cedar Rapids where she resided with her children. She was married to Booth and leaves daughters and a son in Greenwood Cemetery burial planned. Her death follows a long period in farming and fruit and vegetable growing. The obituary notes her daughter in Cedar Rapids and family ties in South Dakota.
Miss Gertrude Childs heads Cedar Falls Chapter DALR as president with Miss Edith Jack and Mrs. L. C. BohioN among officers. Other roles include recording secretary Mare Snagland, corresponding secretary Tenella Thornton, treasurer HH Wise, registrar Mra. Colgrave, chaplain Mrs. Eldridge Wilson, historian Mrs. Ph. N. Bard, program committee Myrta Jongland with Mrs. Hunt. Dinner followed in the hotel dining room.
A local group hosted a birthday tribute for Mrs. Mike Vanimend Rememberat with a gift and warm words. Members praised old-time friends and presented a handsome suit, reflecting a close community tied by shared memories and neighborly bonds.
A Lenox club annual birthday dinner was hosted at Hans Rasmussen's Biff street home with Emil Rasmussen entertaining. Five course dinner, social hour followed. attendees included Mr and Mrs Joseph B Clay, Mr and Mrs Jeo Hughes, Mr and Mrs Leslie Hughes, Mr and Mrs Roy Jarnagin, and Messrs Joseph Cowan Charles Connell Gas Ford Ralph Jennings Francis Gilkey. Miss Magdelia Smith visited Wa verly over Sunday.
Miss Cora Smith of Cummings, recovering from typhoid fever, left college hospital for home. A Presbyterian church youth banquet for the Weights of King Arthur was held with about nineteen ladies attending. Visitors include Mr and Mrs James Webber and daughter from Montezuma. Several local society events and sports results are noted, including college basketball and a Cedar Falls win over Reinbeck.
Heavy winds toppled a fence allowing rabbit intrusion into an orchard. Mr. Jarnagin ordered repairs and efforts to rid the rabbits. A wax resin solution was described as a healing aid for trees before sap runs. Jacksonville area news noted jack rabbits as a major pest. Floyd Wiler faces blood poisoning from a mail handling injury. Cedar Falls faces two lawsuits over a street hazard and property damage claims from Prof Eastman seeking 1100 dollars for water tank overflow losses.
Announcements state gospel meetings will be held this week in the Waterloo library west on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and Friday evenings. T M Olson of Chicago will speak. All Christians are urged to attend and to bring unsaved friends to hear the gospel.
Roy A. Jarnagin received a telegram from Bliss Idaho reporting jack rabbits were thick in his orchard and skinning trees. He left the area with a 40 inch rabbit fence around the orchard to curb the damage.
In Chicago on the west side coal dealers cut prices after a small coal yard opened by the Episcopal cathedral sold coal for 10 cents a basket. Dean Walter T. Sumner supplied it rapidly and dealers vowed to meet the church price, having previously charged 25 to 40 cents a basket.
George W. Cutshaw of 1329 Avalon Avenue was arrested and arraigned in police court on assault and battery and disturbing the public quiet. He allegedly disturbed Dr. George J. Mack at the latter’s home on Jefferson Street. Mack showed injuries. Cutshaw was released on $50 bond and rearrested on a charge of threatening a public offense. hearing set for 10 tomorrow morning.
The piece argues that fake sample shoes sold nationwide amount to up to fifty million dollars annually. It claims most samples are made in a single size and width, making other sizes likely fraudulent or poor quality. Genuine samples exist but many alleged samples in all sizes are considered fraud.
In Dunkerton on January 22 the Service League of the Waterloo YWCA, led by Miss Anna Miller, hosted an afternoon service for about seventy five women at the Methodist church. Harriett Harvey directed with Waterloo helpers including Mrs. Highmey, Mrs. Fisher, and Miss Cassidy. Attendees traveled by sleigh and enjoyed supper at Mrs. Magee's home. The organizers plan additional winter meetings for women.
George E. Selbig of Minneapolis, visiting relatives, returns home after four years in the United States Navy. He recounts experiences including a vivid account of the Russo Japanese battle at Chemutpu while aboard the Wilmington, detailing foreign shore battles and life at sea.
Washington January 22 The Supreme Court ruled that beer is a commodity and railroads must carry it when offered for transport from one state into dry counties of another state regardless of the latter state's laws. The decision concerns a proposed shipment from Indiana into dry Kentucky counties.
Original notice placed in sheriff's hands today for service in the case of Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co. against Central Town Granite Co. E. A. Boggs and L. D. McLoud. Action on account for goods and merchandise purchased about January 1, 1911. Judgment for 334 dollars sought. Male Quartette, Trombone Quartette and Impersonator at First M. E. church, January 2. Admission 50 cents.
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