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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1921
Page
7
In Washington Cox presses bid for renewed Democratic leadership as divisions with McAdoo and Bryan surface. A national committee fight over chairmanship and party unity unfolds while Cox eyes Europe and a potential presidential bid. The party faces a roughly 200000 dollar deficit as stage is set for a costly reform.
Chicago January 26 The associates press reports Agnes Ladzikoski a 15 year old girl faced a no work no eat ultimatum after her work certificate was revoked by school authorities to compel her to return to school. Her mother said Agnes will work or not eat. A welfare worker found Agnes after she had gone 24 hours without food.
Five men in an automobile tried to abduct American draft evader Grover Cleveland Bergdoll and a companion near Ebersbach while two were American intelligence officers and one an American sergeant. Bergdoll was en route to meet wedding guests when surrounded and ordered to surrender.
Two bandits knocked Treasurer Harry L. Forty unconscious in the county courthouse, then escaped in an auto with $14,000 in cash. The vault held $50,000 to $75,000, but robbers left it untouched after Ferry secured the Change. Police report no exchange of words. One bandit stood at the door, the other struck Ferry with the butt of a revolver. Ferry could identify only the attacker.
Former Gov. James M. Cox reports a marked improvement in President Wilson's condition since summer. Cox says the president is heavier and more robust during the 40 minute White House visit, as reporters outside shiver in the cold awaiting details.
Hearl Gunter a senior high school student in Oelwein Iowa is seriously ill with sleeping sickness. He has been ill several days and is in a coma with doctors reporting the outlook doubtful. His mother has traveled from Scranton Pennsylvania to be at his bedside as Earl remains in town to finish his studies.
In San Salvador Jan 25 doctors started treating suspected yellow fever patients with Dr Hideyo Noguchi’s Japanese serum in Guatemala. A dispatch reports 397 persons inoculated and ongoing observation while many houses are fumigated.
Buenos Aires January 23 The Argentine government prohibited livestock imports from Spain and Germany due to foot and mouth disease and other animal disorders. An embargo on French livestock had already been in place.
An unsuccessful attempt to assassinate Avetis Abromian head of the Armenian delegation in Paris occurred near his residence. The would be assailant, named Alexandre Thezakarian 21, used a revolver but did not hit the target.
Chicago January 26. A 15 cent reduction in milk prices paid to producers takes effect February 1. W J Kittle superintendent of the Milk Producers Cooperative Marketing company said an agreement with Chicago dealers fixed the February price at the new level, with January payments at 2.80.
Seven locals of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union voted to strike against dress and waist manufacturers who refused to sign a new agreement. Union officials said the action would affect about 25,090 workers in New York.
New York January 26. Marie Bonfanti once premier danseuse at the Metropolitan Opera company and famed for her role in The Black Crook nearly fifty years ago died here late last night at age 76.
In Willemstad on January 25, the reestablishment of Holland and Venezuela diplomatic relations was celebrated with flags adorning public and private buildings, vessels, and consulates.
In Grand Rapids Michigan two of nineteen Blodgett hospital nurses and attaches remained in serious condition after poisoning traced to preserved spinach. Two deaths were reported earlier, with physicians noting they were likely prevented from further fatalities by a serum from the University of Illinois.
Nine families in a disputed strip between Cedar Falls and Cedar Heights refuse to pay assessments to either city. They will pay the Waferlag township assessor Hubert Sweitzer. The dispute, expedited by Cedar Falls assessor Hans Crone, goes to county auditor F. W. Esher for adjudication with outside guidance requested.
The pending Sunday observance bill prohibiting Sunday amusements but allowing essential public utilities is recommended for rejection by the senate judiciary committee. The house committee postponed action.
Wide array of U S railroads push for wage reductions as the United States Railway Labor Board weighs Bugg of the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic demand. Officials say railways face tight money and reduced expansion with 1921 budgets, layoffs, and efforts to restore piecework amid wage concerns.
Washington June 26 United Press reports the unemployment situation is improving as workers move through readjustment. Edmund Platt, vice governor of the Federal Reserve Board, says many unemployment estimates are exaggerated and explains the industry employment gap shows about 3.5 million fewer workers than a year ago. He notes workers returned to farms from cities after high factory wages.
President elect Harding and party, aboard the houseboat Victoria, spent the day at Fort Pierce golf links. They plan more fishing on the voyage south from St Augustine, with a return trip likely via Miati fishing grounds before heading north.
United Press reports Postmaster General Burleson testified in Washington that the New York to San Francisco air mail service uses German aircraft bought by the post office department at about 30 percent lower cost than War Department machines. He cited 50 percent lower upkeep and forward development, noting two of eight German planes were destroyed with two pilots and their mechanics killed.
Two masked bandits robbed William F. Miller a Des Moines druggist at gunpoint last night taking 250 dollars in cash two diamond rings valued at six thousand dollars and a gold cigarette case they fled in a large touring car according to Miller.
Sioux City lawyer C. R. Metcalf was convicted of assault with intent to do great bodily injury after shooting tenant Bertha Booton. The sentence may include a fine up to $500 or up to one year in county jail.
A Cannes City dispatch lists towns including Albert Lea Algona Charles City Cedar Rapids Des Moines Dubuque Faribault La Crosse Mason City Marshalltown New Hampton Postville Waters tow and Waverly. Highway condition is rough to fair with normal motor traffic and a fair weather outlook for tonight and Thursday.
Mexican government pursues bandit leaders led by the Arieta brothers after attacks on an American mining camp in Tepehuanes Durango. U.S. officials warn the Arietas’ power tests Obregon as Washington weighs recognition amid threats to American interests.
Crude oil in Pittsburgh dropped 25 cents a barrel to 3.50 as of today’s price update. The reduction reflects market shifts and the new quotation applies to Corning crude oil.
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 5 30 o'clock. If the carrier fails to deliver by that time due to an error or other cause, call 3330 and a copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach the office before 6 30 p m.
A Chicago coroner's jury charged Arthur Williams with murder after Chinaman Chi Ding was beaten to death in a cafe. A medium claimed Woo Long Fing named Williams as the killer, with Tony Fong confirming the testimony. Chi Ding is said to be a descendant of Woo Long King.
Dr J B Beeson surgeon to the government hospital at Anchorage starts a 14 day journey to Iditarod to reach Claude F Baker banker in critical condition. He travels by rail to the end of the line then by dog team along a staged relay route with mushers Bill Cory and Harry Wanatarl guiding the way.
Twelve Iowa railroads sue in U S district court to bar the commerce council the railway board and the attorney general from interfering with intrastate fare of 344 cents per mile. They seek to stop enforcement of any rates set by the commissioners.
Walter H. Bell, 90, a La Porte City Civil War veteran and long time resident of the soldiers' home, died at 10:30 a.m. of senile debility. He served in Company C of the Ninety-Third Illinois Infantry and had lived at the home for nearly nine years. Surviving children include Mrs. Sarah B. Marten of La Porte City and W. H. Bell of Waterloo.
Paderewski will sail from Havre February 6 to the United States and spend a few days in New York before heading to Paso Robles California where he owns a ranch. The visit, described as non political, was disclosed through letters to his stepson W. Gorski.
The Puebla La Piedad case ends with government control of church holdings in Puebla. The Society of Piety, once owning vast property, challenged by law. state courts found irregular ownership and ordered transfer to the federal treasury for public use.
New York January 26 United Press Schwab denies false charges of graft saying the flood of accusations hurts him he recalls his war service and asserts he would again give all he possesses for country. Bethlehem official says funds went to charity via officials and general expenses. Schwab says he cannot confirm exact destination. He shows mental strain from inquiry and says he would endure such scrutiny again for national service.
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