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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1923

Page

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Carpenter Family Tragedy Claims Cedar Falls Leader

Thaddeus B Carpenter a prominent Cedar Falls Republican leader and Cedar Falls lumber president dies in a river crash with two other passengers. Survived by brothers W B Carpenter Samuel and others. wife Celia Severin. Myrtle and Emil Frederiksen. details on adoption unclear. burial arrangements pending.

Thaddeus- Bruller Carpenter Isiana Passager Leris Mr. Carpenter Black Hawk County Iowa Cedar Falls W. B. Carpenter Tle Samuel Lansing Mich Carpenter Altho Cedar’ Lumber Company Berm Cedar Walls Celia Severin Marga Ubertson Carl S Claude Severin Oklaho Rms City Okla Myrtle Emil Frederiksen Nels Frederiksen Dike Grundy County Myrtle Evyederiksen al Tho Carpenters Frederiksen Hans Lehman Nashua Ed Kenried Hudson Olea Allred Camilla Clarence

Impeachment Move Against Gov Small Filed in Springfield

Impeachment proceedings against Gov Small Lieut. Gov Sterning and Estate Auditor Andrew Russell were presented in the Illinois House and laid on the table by Speaker Shanahan. Speaker noted the measure could stay on the table or be referred to a committee. Separately, Mrs Mary J Arthurs died after illness at age 60 at her home in Jesup Iowa. Funeral arrangements were to be held at St Dist Church with burial in Jesup Cemetery.

Springfeld Small Sterning Andrew Russell House of Representatives Shanahin Michael Igoe Chicago Ang Weither House Arthurs Mary J. Arthurs Teag Cet A.m St. Dist Leland H Jesup Wie Gams Neaney McKibben Frank LeMont Independence Cellar Rapids Kirs LeMont Herry L. Arthurson Waterloo Alts Cynthia Gray John McKibben Milo McKibben Jes Oscar McKibben Lillian Pauley Ernest T, Arthurs Slater

American Forces End Rhine Occupation at Ehrenbreitstein

The American flag was lowered at Ehrenbreitstein at noon as U S troops began marching toward their Antwerp transport. Maj Gen Allen approved the handover to French authority as German and Allied leaders noted the departure with regret.

Associated Press Ehrenbreitstein Ehrenpbreitstein Germany Rhine Coblenz Eighth Infantry Allen Meren Eighth Artillery Cobleng Antwerp St. Mihie St. Mihiel Henry T Allen Cuno Degoutta Alien Lord Kilmarnock Rhineland Baron Jacqueny Bersonsky Krenbreitstein

Farmer Conference Sets Minimum Price Plan in Iowa

Sioux City hosts a gathering of farmers groups and state legislators from about a dozen states to craft minimum prices for farm produce. Commissioners of agriculture aim to prevent sales below cost and control grain movement to major markets. States expected include Iowa South Dakota Nebraska North Dakota Minnesota Montana Kansas Missouri and Wisconsin.

Sioux City Commissioners of Agriculture Iowa South Dakota Nebraska North Dakota Minnesota Montana Kansas Missouri Wisconsin Michigan

Dope Addict Leaps from Moving Rock Island Train

Ottumwa manacled dope addict O Smith escapes custody on a Rock Island train at Linn Junction while en route to Independence State Hospital. He asked to use the washroom, opened a window, and jumped as the train backed up. Deputy Sheriff T M Stark accompanied him during the abortive recapture attempt.

Cedar Rapids Janu O. Smith Ottumwa Rock Island Linn Junction Smith Ryside T. M. Stark Independence

Half Billion Held by Iowa Banks in 1922 Report

Des Moines report from the Iowa state bank commissioner shows deposits in 93 savings banks 408 state banks and 21 trust companies totaling 576,924,061 with surplus 25,667,512.66 and undivided profits 12,453,721.03. The Dec 25 figures reflect a gain of 45,006,000 over 14 months and 24,262,235.51 in wills payable.

Des Moines Iowa

Farmhand Arrested in Igg Buyer's Murder Probe

Jan 24 report says George Austin farmhand for Jobin Stewart living near the site where Albert Irardi was found in a burned car. He was arrested by Sheri Baker and held for investigation after bloodhounds traced a Stewart farm spot with alleged blood stains.

Red Gakia George Austin Jobin Stewart Albert Irardi Omaha Sheri Baker Stewart Farm

Confidence men drain Davenport laborer of life savings

Davenport bulgarian laborer Tadar Evanoff lost 1500 dollars his life savings to two confidence men who promised him a future legacy. He drew his bank savings and handed them over, then the men disappeared.

Davenport Tadar Evanoff Ife Evanoff

Thieves Loot Three Stores During Night in Ames

Robbers entered a drugstore hardware store and a grocery in Ames Nebraska, blew two safes, and took 50 dollars from the Dostofice safe in the J Zimmer tan drugstore. The burglary was discovered next morning with no further details.

Ames, Ta Kelley J._ Zimmer tan

State Briefs Roundup Des Moines and Nearby Cities

Des Moines may dawn with the death of George T Schaef fer 79 found in a gas filled room suspected suicide. Sioux City hosts Eye and Ear Specialists from four states at the twentieth semiannual Sioux Valley Eye and Ear academy session. Dubuque Loretta Meloy fatally injured after being struck by a street car suffering skull fractures and internal injuries. Lansing William Batten wealthy farmer instantly killed by a carbide lamp explosion while repairing a leak. Anamosa twenty judges attend Howard Marshall Remley eightieth birthday banquet with regional jurists present. Cedar Rapids federal court awards Mrs Billie Bru her 7500 damages in suit against Kansas City man Frank C Thompson who killed her husband.

Sioux City Iowa South Dakota Nebraska Minnesota Sioux Valley Eye and Bar Academy Dubuque Loretta Meloy Lansing William Batten Batten Anamosa Howard Marshall Remley Jones County Jones Condor Linn County Cedar Rapids Billie Bruher Frank C.thompson Kansas City

Addition to Hospital Bed for Iowa's Tallest Man

Des Moines reports Iowa's tallest citizen W. C. Robnson Hooxville at seven feet six inches returned home after a month in a local hospital. Doctors added an extension to his bed to provide quarters for the giant during his stay.

Des Moines Iowa W. C. Robnson Hooxville

Local Briefs Highlight Crimes and News Ties Across Iowa

In Cedar Rapids Dr. Charles T. Hickok of Coe College faces leave for California due to illness and D Rankin McBride will replace him. Des Moines Neighbors report Merle Hatton an auto dealer fatally shot himself after his child’s birth, while Ames sentences W W I Trull to five years for theft. Shenandoah driver injured as car collided with a fast train. Des Moines notes a hair fashion incident involving a 15 year old and a carving knife. Central City publisher Weatherbeg dies in Florida and will be buried locally. F G Black elected president of Des Moines public welfare bureau.

Hand Broner Bruner Thompson Livestock Exchange Cedar Rapids Charles T. Hickok Coe College California D. Rankin McBride Oxford Hickok Sidney Merle Hatton Des Moines Helen Danford Poe Fee Ames Trull Ges Moines Anes Shenandoah Willia Central City Be XW Weatherbeg Neves Letter St. Cloud Fla F_G Black Public Welfare Bureau Chamber of Commerce

Moscow on Watch for Border Attacks

Polish troops along the German frontier have been observed as Moscow remains in a state of watchful waiting. Russia is said to be taking all measures to guard its Polish frontier against any attack amid tense mobilization concerns.

Moscow Russia Alion Burnett Riordan Skipwith Morehouse Parish Associated Press Bastrop Lal Parker Morehouse Gade

Jesup Night Boys Defeat Independence 24 to 7

Jesup, Jan 24. Jesup night boys crush Independence 24 to 7 at home. The girls fell 11 to 5. Next up, Jesup boys face Dunkerton in Saturday night action.

Jesup, Ia Jesup Night Boys Independence Jesup Boys Dunkerton

Revolt Against Klanism Spreads Across States

A sweeping movement challenges secret hooded orders as state legislatures push laws to curb masked groups. Proposals define Klan like activity as treason or murder with harsh penalties. bills range from banning robes to forcing membership listings and penalizing wearing masks in public.

Copériet Tnisted Wallington D. C United States Loute Japa L. Savane Chiet Star Ku Klux Klan United Progs Atlanta Ku Klux Kian Klan New York Albany Ohio Gerres Washington J T Wisconsin California Nebraska Ollinois Towa American Legion Minnesota Myrtle Cain Minneapolis Oklahoma Drisk Agne Texas North Carolina

Salvation Army Revival Converts 40 in Five Days

The Salvation Army barracks reports 40 converts in five days of a crusade led by Mr. and Mrs. Edward La Plount and team. Visual tableaux feature a large white cross with groups of children forming chorus, as Commander La Plount preaches and presents Rock of Ages with a chorus. Many first-time seekers are among the converts.

Salvation Army Edward la Plount Ibleaux Fa Plount

Boys Hunt Rabbits and Cows Provoking City Action

An amateur rabbit hunt by a dozen high school youths on a farm led to four farmer’s cows being shot. John N. Swisher, city court clerk, seeks the boys who face charges of hunting on the premises without owner permission. Information filed by D. M. Cable.

John N. Swisher Cailiff Jane D. M. Cable

Four Killed When Train Hits Car at Duryea Street Crossing

Four killed when a Rock Island train struck a car at the Duryea street crossing near Waterloo. Victims were T B Carpenter and wife, Emil Frederiksen, Myrtle Frederiksen, with bodies moved to Cedar Falls mortuaries. Insurance coverage of five thousand dollars per occupant noted.

Duryea St Cedar Falls T. B. Car-penter Emil Frederiksen Petersen Bros Myrtle Frederiksen Kistner Dali Undertaking Company Carpenter S. C. Bailey

City in Brief: Hotel James register and management changes

Mrs. R V Rose of Waterloo registered at Hotel St James in San Diego on January 19. T M Hunt, formerly with Sutcliffe Reo in this city, is promoted to sales manager for Reo Motor Car Co San Francisco. L R Kennedy, Panor Hoot Shop manager here, promoted to Des Moines store head. R A Hollingshead becomes manager. A shoplifting case in Municipal Court resulted in a 25 fine plus costs or eight days in jail.

St. James San Diego Cal R. V. Rose Waterloo T. M. Hunt Sutcliffe-Reo Auto E Company Reo Motorcar Company San Francisco Hunt Keele Cafe L. R. Kennedy Panor Ourth Street East Des Moines R. A. Hollingshead Courtright

House Debates Elective County Superintendent Bill

Des Moines Iowa January 24 The House refused to consider a bill to elect the county superintendent of schools, sending the measure to the committee on Schools. The session approved a $20000 appropriation for the state bonus board to keep offices open, and completed action on a park bonds measure allowing five year periods. A separate Senate proposal would fund Sheppard Towner maternity welfare programs and fireproofing the old capitol. A plan to widen railroad grade crossings and penalties for discrimination against new Sroses drew attention.

Associated Press Des Moines House of Representatives Hauge Polk Elections Committee Committee On Schools Phu House State Bonus Assembly Bradley Poweshiek Senate Dutcher Johnson Towa Diltz Fackler

Waterloo Council Pushes Safe Crossing Measures After Tragedy

Following a fatality at Curyea Street crossings, Waterloo officials move to install protective devices. A recent conference with railways led to a demonstration of a safety signal device at McKinley Street and Falls Avenue. The council authorized the street and alley committee to pursue a single tower solution guarding Riehl, Canter and Logan avenues.

Atr Curyea Street Waterloo Rockslane McKinley’ Street Falls Avenue Fonday Avaning Illinois Central Railway Company

Unconscious Woman Walks Home After Icy Fall

Mrs. J. E. Dempster suffered severe pain from a fall on the icy street while returning from a call yesterday. She struck her head on a curb and, though unconscious, walked into her home. She remained delirious most of the night. a physician treated her and reports improvement today.

J. E. Dempster Kimwall Avenue W. M. Sheldon Kingsley Avenue Dempster

Standard Oil California Declares Cash Dividend

The Standard Oil Company of California announces a cash dividend of 50 cents per share payable March 15 to stockholders of record February 20. The rate reflects the post dividend adjustment following the 100 percent stock dividend.

Standard Oil California San Francisco Cal Standard Oi Company of California

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