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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1929

Page

2

Miss Edna Miles and Everett Wilcox to Wed Today

Miss Edna La nore Miles of Waterloo and Everett Russell Wilcox of Waterloo will marry at 3 p.m. today at Walnut Street Baptist Church with Rev. Warren L. Steeves officiating. The bride wears fen georget and red roses with baby’s breath, attended by Miss Gladys Rogers. Best man is Ehweod Newberry. A reception follows at the groom’s mother's home. The couple plans to reside at 418 Second Street.

Edna Lanore Miles Everett Russell Wilecox Waterloo Walnut Street Baptist Church Warren L. Steeves Gladys, Rogers Ehweod Newberry Stelia Wilcox Eighth Street Fred W. Miles Madison Street Rath Packing Company Mr. Wilcox John Deere Company Second Street

Advanced piano students to present recital at Cedar Falls

Miss Atle Freeman's advanced piano students of Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls will give a recital Tuesday at 8 PM in the college auditorium. Assisting are Virginia Fisk soprano and Dorothea Speakman violinist. Program includes Schubert Schumann Brahms and Liszt pieces with performers Lucie Townsend Frieda Bia Uri, Gladys Anis, Marie Tully, Margretta Hert, Lois Rowsht and others.

T. C Atle Freeman Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Fall Virginia Fish Dorothea Speakman Lucie Townsend Grille Wees Seeeae Shumante Y Ralph “Moritz Brahms-Graloger Biss Frieda Bia

Becker Chapter Benefit Party Draws About 100 Attendees

A benefit card party hosted Thursday afternoon at the Masonic Temple by Becker chapter O B S drew about 100 attendees. Bridge prize winners were Mrs J T Dahlstrom Mrs G V Lonnecker and Mrs Russell Loveall. In 600 prizes went to Mrs Feisner and Mrs Lloyd Wells. Pink candies and decorations brightened luncheon tables. Committee members included Mrs E A Black Mrs Louis Hecklinger Mrs Harry Fergemanmd Mrs Frank Shireman and Mrs Stanley Taylor. A subsequent party is planned.

Masonic Temple Pattora Becker O. B.S J. T.dahlstrom Russell Loveail Feisner Lloyd Wells E. A. Black Louis Hecklinger Harry

Hamilton Club Hosts Dinner and Bridge Party

Hamilton Club members and wives will dine Saturday in the Hawkeye room of Hotel President honoring Mr. and Mrs. Miles Potter who are moving from the city. About 24 guests will attend and bridge follows the meal led by A. D. Donnell and Harry Reed.

Hamilton Club Hawkeye Room Miles Potter A. D. Donnell Harry Reed

Caledonian Society and Local Events Tonight

Society calendar lists Caledonian society Black's event and a Jon Charles Thomas concert at Teachers College Cedar Falls. Also Elks Maccabee lodge dance at IOOF hall Waterloo, First Lutheran girls choir at church parlors, Women of Mooseheart Legion Moose hall, City P T A council at YWCA, Junior high girl reserves, Triple Four club with Mr and Mrs Ralph Shafer, Hamilton club at Hotel President.

Caledonian Society Black's Iearn Jon Charles Thomas Stam Teachers College Cedar Falls GLA Triple Four Ralph Shafer Harmilton Club

Shower Honors Miss Minnie Ott Ahead of Feb Wedding

Miss Minnie Ott, set to wed Paul Walser of Milwaukee on February, received a pre nuptial shower at Miss Lucile Dietschs home 246 Jackson Street. Bunen prizes went to Mrs. Melvin Jennings and Miss Rose Lasche. Guests included Miss Johanna Jennings and several Dietsch relatives. A theatre party for Miss Ott is planned for Tuesday evening next week.

Aonen Minnie Ott Paul Walser Milwaukee Wis Lucile Dietsch Jackson Street Melvin Jennings Rose Lasche Lunghecat Serafin Dietsch Johanna Jennings Alfred Dietsch Topsy Biller Leona Dietsch Thelma Dietsch D. O. King Carl Muncey Florence Harris Miss OK

Anniversary Observed With Evening Party

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Sibert celebrated their third wedding anniversary Thursday evening at 822 Home Park boulevard entertaining 20 guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Sibert 702 Third street west. Valentine decor, bridge prizes to Mrs. Merton Friedley and Edward Northey, dancing and luncheon followed. A gift was presented to the couple. Names of guests include Mr. and Mrs. Sus Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Edward Northey Mr. Merle Bradden Mr. and Mrs. Harold Patterson Mr. Merle McKeever Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lynch Mr. Jerome Burright Mr. and Mrs. Merton Friedley and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Vanham.

Harold Sibert Home Park Boulevard George Sibert Third. Street Valentine Merton Friedley Edward Northey Sibert Jusus Johnson Merle Bradden Harold Patterson Merle McKeever Richard Lynch Jerome’ Burright Wilbur Vanham

Dinner Party Marked 23rd Wedding Anniversary

Orange Township January 25 Dinner party honored Mr and Mrs Bechteiheimer on their twenty third wedding anniversary. Guests included Mr and Mrs Blough Rev and Mrs W H Lichty Mr and Mrs Wilbert Miller and Mr and Mrs W W Blough.

Courter Orange Township Bechteiheimer Lee Tough Blough W. H. Lichty Wilbert Miller W. W. Blough

Jesup Girl to Be Honored by Party

A prenuptial party in Jesup, Iowa honors Miss Frances Wood ahead of her marriage to Arthur Kuhnt set for Wednesday January 30. Hostesses Miss Dorothy Ehr and Florynee Brown host at Colonial Hall with gifts for the bride to be. Dinner Bridge honors Mr and Mrs E R Bitterly at 410 Fourth Street East.

Courier Snectal Servier Jesup, Ta Frances Wood Arthur Kuhnt Colonial Hall Dorothy Ehr Florynee Brown Wood

Hints In Beauty Care Hosiery

Advice on stocking quality and cost for women before short skirts. Recommends heavy service grade silk stockings at $2 a pair or chiffon weight at $3, noting durable wear and long term savings. Also includes unrelated health tips about digestion and hand care.

County W c T U Luncheon At Y W C A. Long List Of Attendees

Forty WCTU officers and members from Black Hawk county gathered at the YWCA for the annual executive board meeting and luncheon. Delegates came from Oak Ridge Cedar Falls Fast Cedar Falls Farm er La Porte City Orange township Cedar Heights Finchford with guests from Grundy Center and Oel Werth. Mary J. Glenn Philpot Cedar Falls county president presided.

T. U Black Hawk County Annnval Oak Ridge Cedar Falls Fast Cedar Fells Farmer la Porte City Orange Township Cedar Heights Finchford Grundy Center Oolwerth Wataloo Union Mary J. Glenn Philpot Philpot Agnes Thompson Waterloo Boston Hose Wild Belle Jewell Mary J. Campbel W. GC. F. U. Work India Nellie Merrill Cummings Helen Burns Young People's Division Evanston Ill Lst Harry Mason Millie McConnell Birs F. J. Elghmey

Church News Highlights Women Auxiliaries and Meetings

Local church women groups meet at homes on Dawson and Randall streets with plans for a father and son banquet in February. Diocesan delegate and alternate named. talks on holy communion continue. Other divisions and social events include piano recital plans, bridge party, and music committee luncheon. Fraternity and Moose events scheduled. some meetings postponed.

St. . Mark’s Episcopal Church John ‘Chevalier Randall Street G. O. Lamson Daven‘port Alfred Rawlins J. G. Greede U. S. Lawless William Ashmore

Mayor's Daughter at Charles City Becomes Bride

In Charles City on January 25 Miss Velma Gray daughter of Mayor and Mrs C G Gray married Wayne Pete. The ceremony occurred at 11 am with Rev J F Boege officiating. The couple plans a wedding journey to Des Moines and Stuart before settling in Charles City. Both graduates of the local high school with Velma class of 1928 and Wayne class of 1927.

Courier Charles City Velma Gray C. G. Gray Wayne Pete Mason City J. F. Boege Vera Shannon Gerald Henry Des Moines Stuart Shere Mr. Pete

Club Notes Highlight Social Visits and Upcoming Meetings

Fanuara oclibo enjoyed a Thursday aflamm non gathering at 1046 Independ ence avenue hosted by Mrs. Nestie Haskins with Mrs. L. Erickson as a guest. The F O P club met at 426 Argyle street with favors won by Mrs. Paul Bailey and Prank Sita. Mrs. A. C. Yester of Chicago attended as a guest. refreshments were served by the hostess and Mrs. Charles Brown. Mrs. George Jump will host in two weeks. J. J. O Hearn hosted the T A Mt bridge club at 141 Fremont street. favors were won by Mrs. A. H. French and Mrs. Thomas Landgraf. C. E. Bruce will entertain the club in two weeks.

Central Christian Church Rosa Carpenter Dawson Street Arthur Bickal Fanuara Oclibo Nestie Haskins Independence Avenue Mars F. O. P. Club D. F. Merriman Argyle Street Paul Bailey A. C. Yester Chicago Wat RB Charles Brown George Jump J. J. O'Hearn T. A. Mt Bridge Club Fremont Street A. H. French Thomas Landgraf C. E. Bruce

First P T A Meeting of 1920 Set for Saturday

The city Parent-Teacher Association holds its first 1920 meeting Saturday at 2 30 PM at the WC A. Regular business matters will be transacted.

Eminell

Evening sermon on Naaman moral leprosy at Water Street hall

Rev H. Copeland will preach Naaman or Moral Leprosy tonight at 513 Water Street hall with services starting at 7 30. Trial jurors excused until Monday must report Tuesday, per Clerk J W Thompson. Wirt P Hoxie's will be filed for probate leaving all property to Ruth L Hoxie executrix.

Rev. H. ©. Copeland Water Street District Court Pa Court J. W. Thompson Tony J. A. Wilhelm Walnut Court Apartments California New York Frances Shop Dara B. Mackey Louis Mackey G. W. Wood Public Service Company First Congregational Church Fourth Street F. W. Doolittle Anchester State Black Hawk Éounty Des Moines Doolittle H. Sweeney Sweeney Lherty Wirt P. Hoxie Ruth L. Hoxie Wirt

First Impressions of Beauty Through Four Men

A reader recalls four men listing the first traits they notice in a woman. Complexion or health tops the list, followed by eyes and voice, with feet and clothes appearing less often. Some tie eyes to character and warmth and note simple aids can enhance eye appeal.

Model Airplane Contest Seeks Entrants Through Tuesday

Riviera theatre and Waterloo Evening Courier sponsor a contest for model airplanes with a $10 prize. Manager Herb Grove reports no entries yet and urges youths ages 18 and under to submit flying models by Tuesday night for consideration. Each entrant receives two tickets to Warner Bros. film Conquest featuring Monte Blue Lois Wilson and H B Warner.

Riviera Theatre Waterloo Evening Courier Herb Grove Antarctic Monte Blue Lois Wilson H. B. Warner Warner Slathers

Mrs Thecla Mohr Dies at Waverly Funeral Monday

Mrs Thecla Mohr dies from complications of strokes at 75. Funeral will be Monday at 2 p m at the family home in Waverly. Survived by a daughter and three sons including Fred who is convalescing after appendix surgery. husband died ten months ago. Willie released Sunday to attend the funeral.

Courier &Secial Ferrier Waverly Thecla Mohr

Gwynne pushes for hearings in Kenneth Cook cases

County Attorney John W Gwynne urged three indictments against Kenneth Cook a Jesup barber be brought to a hearing this Janu ary term. The charges stem from the death of Donald Pint last July when Pint was struck and fatally injured by Cook. Cook remains in jail unable to post bond.

Kenneth Cook Jesup Barber Donald Pint Pint Cook John W Gwynne Twoman Fourth Street Byrnes Park H. McCoy McCoy & Beecher FW. Edwards McCoy James C. Murtagh

Thieves Break Into Blue Mill Station

Clifford Gramm of 1443 Walker Street reports a break in at the Cedar Bend Blue Mill filling station last night. Entry via a window yielded a tire tube couplings and tire patches along with fishing tackle. William Urie and Officer William Sipa investigated.

Clifford Gramm Walker Street Blue Mill Cedar Bend Polles William Urie William Sipa

Brain Test Answer From Fragmented OCR

A partial OCR fragment lists body parts with numbers and letters such as Finger 1 Shoulder 2 Cranium T Wrist 3 Thigh 8 Waist 4 Stomach D Ankle 5 Arm 10 Thum.

Sumner Councilmen Inspect Emmetsburg Power Plant

Sumner Idaho council members William Wreibkirch George Reis and William Hughes visited Emmetsburg to inspect the municipal electric plant. Mayor Ludwig said action on a small contract would be deferred until the investigation of municipal operation benefits concludes.

Courier Sumner Emmetsburg William Wreibkirch George Reis William Hughes Ludwig

Saddler Defense Narrates Klinkel Death Trial

The trial recounts Sheriff Saddler shooting Donovan Klinkel in 1927 after Klinkel advanced on him. Saddler says he fired when Klinkel was within five to six feet, contradicting eyewitness accounts. Mrs. Klinkel testified and collapsed when shown her son's clothing. the case draws capacity crowds and features 12 jurors.

Courier Special Service Charles City Donovan Klinkel P. A. Saddler Kiinkel Saddler Ernest Vandevetter Oak Parks Herbert Gray Plan Ses Blinkel Grothe W. G Henke

Snow Causes Crash but Saves 3 Lives in Iowa Crossing

In Des Moines on January 25, a snow blocked Albert Schemmel of Alvord and his wife and her sister Mrs Elmer Woblers of Rock Rapids. The car collided with a Northwestern train at a crossing. the snow kept the vehicle from overturning. Mrs Schemmel broke her left arm and her sister was shocked. Schemmel was unharmed.

Des Moines Albert Schemmel Alvord Elmer Woblers Rock Rapids Schemmel Northwestern

Youthful Rival on Trial for Murder in Opal Whitlock Case

Henry Eastman faced a second degree murder charge in Sioux City after an argument over Opal Whitlock’s affections led to a fatal blow to rival suitor Amiel Betzworth. Prosecutors say Eastman struck Betzworth, causing his death on the scene.

Sioux City Can Opal’ Whitlock Henry Eastman Eastman Amiel Betzworth

Halibut en Casserole and Tuna Pie Recipes

The passage describes cooking halibut en casserole with bacon drippings, lemon juice, peppers and onions, buttered bread crumbs, and milk baked slowly. It then outlines a tuna pie with a cream sauce, tuna, peppers, eggs, and crusts baked about 20 minutes. It also gives a buttered cornstarch dessert with butter brown sugar milk and eggs, and cooling sherbet blades.

Radio Listeners Meet On Interference Elimination

A Waterloo meeting of radio dealers and listeners is planned for next week to discuss interference issues and organize a Radio Listeners League. Backers point to Des Moines progress with a similar group and hope a local league will reduce noise caused by local conditions. An expert from Town State College found that much interference originates locally and could be removed.

Des Moines Town State College Waterloo

Read Trial Nears Close at Creston

In Creston Iowa on January 25 federal court closings were underway for Thomas Read and his son Bibert Read former Shenandoah bankers charged with fraud. Col E G Davis wrapped the case with a rebuttal as a three week trial neared jury deliberation. Henry Read previously acquitted.

Greston Thomas Read Bibert Shenandoah Col. E. G. Davis Henry Read

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