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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1923

Page

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Industry warned to glean house of take punishment

Col. Robert W. Stewart of the Standard Oil Company of Indiana warned in a United Press interview that big business must reform to win public respect. He said industry should pursue a policy that gains public support and educate the public that harming industry harms the nation, warning against wage cuts and inflation while acknowledging pressure from federal commissions.

United Pros Washington, DC United States Robert W. Stewart Chicago Standard of Stewart

Explosion and other brief notices from Iowa state wire

Wankon reports a gas tank explosion killed William Hatten, 40, a farmer, with a spark believed to ignite the gas. Other items note an educational fair building, plans for a combined educational exhibit, and state educators meeting in Iowa. Atlantic notes Mrs Alfred Liebeck appealing a second degree murder conviction with a $7,000 bond. Des Moines reports miner William Petris Begro killed after a 250 foot fall at Norwood mines. Also reported are robbery suspects in jail after breaking into Elberon Junction station, Wisconsin arrests, and upcoming civil actions in Octewctin. Davenport mentions indeterminate prison terms for two soldiers accused of auto theft. Cedar Rapids covers veterans convention, a prison threat to Muscatine’s Edwards, dishonest advertising prosecutions, and a Moonshine case in Sioux City and a death of Mrs W H De Brat in Muscatine.

William Hatten Tics Movies iBrounds jJowa Atlantic Alfred Liebeck Rockwell City Supréme Court Des Moines William Petris Begro Norwood Shail Toledo Ray Kelly Paoria James Walters Charleston Elberon Junction Wisconsin Werand Mary Rose Lee James Nezzioti Davenport A. L. Swenca Glenn Murray Cedar Rapids Fifth Muscatine C. Edwards D. ¥. Jackson Edwards Watertown Ill

Davenport Officer Shot in Gun Battle with Bank Robber Suspect

Davenport Iowa January 27 1913 Officer Carroll of the police department was shot three times during a confrontation with Eugene Saunders a suspect wanted in Minneapolis for bank robbery Saunders led police to his garage where Carroll was wounded in the wrist arm and side Officers returned fire and Saunders was captured Two hotel guests Mr and Mrs James Bartis were detained for questioning as Saunders associates.

Annaciatet Davenport Omecer Janes Carroll Saunders Carrall Carroll Apa Julie Toral James Bartis

Trap One of Trio Tied to Robbery Murder

Sioux City man Jarman is jailed in South Dakota on charges linked to a 61 year old widow’s death during a burglary at her husband’s farm home. Police seek two other suspects, Fred Murphy of Sioux City and a Yankton man named Johnson.

Sioux City Tabor John Mudlof W. Jarman Tyndall Jarman Fred Murphy Johnson Yankton Tieat

Fairbank Physician Dr G B Ward Dies at 66

Dr G B Ward, 66, physician and surgeon of Fairbank, Iowa, died at his home at 2 a m from heart disease after a downtown incident less than 24 hours earlier. Prominent in northeastern Iowa, he mentored many. Survived by widow and three sons Dell Golding Loring Wendell Clair. Funeral planned for Monday.

Fairbank Dan G. B. Ward Ward Towa Arte

Watterson Dies at Greene Iowa Resident 78

Thomas J. Watterson aged 78 died at his home in Greene Iowa. He had lived in the city 15 years and suffered from anemia for about three years. Funeral arrangements set for Monday at 2 PM from the home to the Presbyterian church with burial in Rosehill beside his wife and a daughter. Surviving are five children: Mrs Clyde Lockwood George Greene Mrs Exma Barnhart Cedar Rapids Thomas Ottumwa and James Rockford.

Clyde Lockwood George. Greena Exma Barnhart Cedar Rapids Thomas Ottumwa James Rockford

England to close saloons soon, predicts Pussyfoot Johnson

Des Moines reports Pussyfoot Johnson, a dry crusader, predicting England will align with the United States in the saloon fight. He said England has only eight more hours before saloons must close, criticizing international opinion of America and praising it as the world's supreme hope.

Des Moines England United States Pussyfoot Johnson America

Farmer Also Jailed for Girardi Murder

John Stewart the second man charged with first degree murder in the slaying of Albert Girardi an Omaha produce buyer. Stewart and farmhand George Austin were arraigned and held to the grand jury after noon with county attorney noting a quarrel over moonshine whisky as the motive.

Red Oak John Stewart Albert Girardi Omaha Stewart George Austin Greenlee Girardi

Notorious Crook Nabbed for Robbery in Iowa

Cedar Rapids Jan 27 James Lee charged with robbing a Mount Vernon clothing store was captured yesterday on a train near North Liberty. James Risden state agent seeks Artie Cave of Fairfield accused of many robberies statewide over six months and who tried to dynamite his way out of Marion county jail in 1914.

Cedar Rapids James Lee Mount Vernon North Liberty James Risden Artie Cave Fairfeld Marion

Shellshocked Soldier Kills Mother in Street

Lester Martin 26 a shellshocked overseas veteran went berserk last night choking his mother Mrs Virginia Martin 65 to death on the public highway in front of their home. He was found kneeling beside the body praying as officers arrived.

Skaloosa Lla Lester Martin Virginia Martin

Dry Raiders Kill Sioux City Stiller

Sioux City, Jan 27. Alex Yokuhaitas was killed in a raid on a moonshine still near Sergeant Bluff. Federal Prohibition Agent Williams Striker and Deputy Sheriff C. E. Wilcox fired in the exchange. Three men were arrested. Four stills and hundreds of gallons of mash seized.

Sioux City Alex Yokuhaitas Williams Striker Sheri C. EB. Wilcox Bluffin

Clarksville Woman, Longtime Resident Dies Friday

Mrs. Manly Loudon, a longtime Clarksville resident born March 30 in Wisconsin, died at her home Friday evening. Survived by husband, three children A L Clarksville, Mrs Charles Brown Cedar Rapids, C F Waterloo, three grandchildren, three brothers Henry Knight Joe George, sisters Mrs Alonzo Patterson Mayon City and Mrs Lattia Bandt Philipsburg KS. Funeral at 2 p m Sunday with Mrs America Flolz in charge. Interment Linwood Cemetery.

Clarksville Manly Loudon Wisconsin A. L Philipsburg Kaw America F Flolz Scuth Linwoed Cemetery

Accused by Girl Farmer Is Released but Case Pending

Shenandoah Iowa January 27 Ford a 23 year old farmer was released from the city jail before his hearing on a charge of enticing a female. The investigation considered evidence for both sides and found that further proof was needed. Vivian Wilfong 18 was the prosecuting witness. Ford had been in jail three days prior to the trial date and is said to be from Tennessee.

Shenandoah Buford Ford Vivian Wilfong Ford Tennessee McAdoo Washington Wilson Ted Br. McAdoo Wilaan White White House United States

Sportsmen Fight Illegal Fishing Nets in Iowa and Illinois

Burlington observers report a meeting of hunting and fishing club representatives to protest illegal nets and threatened closure of hook and line fishing in Mississippi area. State officials including Game Warden Wilgore from Hisnefs and Iowa wildlife authorities will cooperate to enforce laws.

Burlington Iowa Mississippi Burtington Wilgore Hitsnefs Iowa Gawe

Axman in Cedar Rapids Faces Gallows After Wife's Injuries

Nelson Abodeely, charged with assault with intent to murder, faced possible death penalty as his wife remained in critical condition from injuries. Physicians warned she may not recover, and his arraignment was postponed pending her fate.

Edar Rapids Nelson Abodediy Abodeely Taurder

Hillman Heads Iowa Antisaloon League Meeting Des Moines

Dr John Hillman president of Staipson college Judianola was elected president of the Iowa Antisaloon league in Des Moines yesterday Henry Griffiths Des Moines was named vice president and A Norrham secretary with Grant McPher Tin Des Moines treasurer Also W EL Pussyfoot Johnson international prohibition advocate spoke at the convention detailing progress of prohibition worldwide In ClarksvilleIa the local boys defeated Shell Rock 20 to 12 and the girls won 15 to 8 in last night games.

Des Moines John Hillman Staipson College Judianola Iowa Antisaloon League Henry Griffiths A. Norr_ham Grant McPher Tin I W. EL Johnson Clarksville Raskketrald Shell Rock

International cooperative exchange plan proposed by Senator Brookhart

New York January 27. Senator Smith W Brookhart Iowa proposes an international cooperative exchange agency with all nations, financed by a Rochdale plan, repealing anti trust laws, and pairing producers with consumers. He cites England’s co operation success and urges federal chartering of interstate and foreign commerce. He also discusses McAdoo’s Democratic prospects and Ford’s potential impact on the 1924 race.

New York Smith W. Brookehart Iawa Council of Foreign Relations United States Brookhart Council Seputor England

Henry Ford and McAdoo Shape 1924 Democratic Calvary

The article follows Henry Ford as a force in Democratic politics and notes William G. McAdoo’s California support. It describes Ford’s fixation on international cooperation as a potential 1924 nomination lever and portrays McAdoo’s buoyant campaign energy and potential cabinet-free presidency implications amid a Los Angeles–driven Democratic surge.

MidwestSees Snow and Thunderstorms Across Regions

The Midwest experienced a mix of snow and thunderstorms with three to four inches of snow in South Dakota Nebraska southern Minnesota Wisconsin and northern Illinois Indiana. More snow was forecast as rain and storms affected St Louis. Weather bureau warnings outlined ongoing unsettled conditions through today and tomorrow.

Chicago Fan Middlewest South Dakota Nebraska Minnesota Wisconsin Iinois Indiana Weather Bureau St. Louis

Roosevelt to Receive Post on Disabled Veterans Committee

Teodore Roosevelt Jr. assistant secretary of the navy was offered a seat on the national executive committee of the Disabled Veterans group. The vacancy came from the resignation of L. Mitchell, with the DC Maryland Virginia and West Virginia district represented, and a final session planned to complete unfinished business.

Teodore Roosevelt, Jr Navy National Executive Committee of Disabled Veterans Col. Roosevelt L. Mitchell Washington Mitchell District of Columbia Maryland Virginia West Virginia Cincinnati Jan

Names Ringleaders in Wild Student Revels

Chicago January 27 Henry Pelham Glaser at Oak Park high school protected his 16 year old sweetheart by exposing alleged improprieties at pelting parties. He named five boys as ringleaders in the gatherings at a fellow student Frank Spencer's home.

Chicago Sweet Henry Pelham Glaser Oak Park High School

Bavaria Under War Rule As Fascists Plan Parades

Bavaria adopts a modified form of martial law to curb weekend gatherings by the National Socialists and the Fascisti. Premier Hücking’s appeal to cancel outdoor events is rejected by Hitler, triggering a state of emergency with police and Reichswehr enforcing government orders.

Associated Press Munich Bavaria Martin You Niking Herr Hitler Reichswehr

Shopmen Face Fight with Newer Unions

Chicago January 27 the battle for supremacy between the federal shop crafts and newer unions began as the United States railroad labor board ordered Grand Trunk shop employees to a general election to determine which organization should represent them the board acted after hearing the federated shop crafts challenge the Grand Trunk's right to terminate an agreement with the group.

Chicago Federal Shop Crafts Organization United States Railroad Labor Board Grand Trunk Railroad Labor Board Federated Shop ‘Craft Grand Trunk

Woolworth Co. Head Dies in London

Frank M. Woolworth, wealthy American merchant and head of the Woolworth company, died at the Ritz Garden Hotel in London after a long illness. He came to England in 1909 to open branches and suffered a stroke last October. He is survived by his widow and a son, a Yale student.

London J. N. S. Radio Frank M. Woolworth wWealthy Woolworth Company Ritz Garsten Botel Woolworth Frank W. Woolworth Eirgland Yale

Digest of News Since Yesterday Across World and States

Reports from Duesseldorf, Brussels, and New York outline arrests and political actions. Dr. Greutzner of Rhenish Prussia is seized by French authorities while a Brooklyn district attorney warns Ku Klux Klan members to renounce allegiance or relocate. Other items note closures in occupied Germany, a Belgian Labor Party manifesto, a coroner’s inquest in Chicago, a grand larceny case in New York, and a resignation at the veterans bureau. North America production records for newsprint are also documented.

Duesseldorf Greutzner Rhenish Prussia New York Ku Klux Klan Brooklyn Nings County Brussels The Delgian Labor Party Ruhr Chicago Arthur Foster Kate Mitchel Trostell Lazarun Schanfela Empire Trust Company Washington, D. C C. R. Cramer Veterans’ Bureau Forbes Montreat North America United States Canada

Hudson Sued by Smiths for 6500 in Auto Accident

W J Smith and Harrietta Smith sue the town of Hudson for 1500 and 5000 dollars seeking damages from an October 23 auto collision on Main Street. Mrs. Smith fractured five ribs after hitting a ditch obstruction said to lack proper safeguards. Reed Tuthill Reed represent both plaintiffs.

Hiudson J. W. Thompson W. J. Smith Hacrietta Smith Reed, Tuthill & Reed Bath

Seeks Mother, Man in Wisconsin Asks Help Locating Family

Rayej Eggert received a letter from Charles E. Huyck of Friendship Wisconsin seeking news of his mother last seen in Waterloo Indiana. He moved to South Dakota and notes her married name was Mrs J Gilbert. He mentions a possible daughter named Stella and offers payment for information.

Rayej Eggert Charles E. Huyck Friendship Wis Waterloo South Dakota J .Charles Gilbert Stella

Milk wagon driver slightly injured in collision

Chuck Reed.driver for Cloverdale Quiry sustained minor injuries when his milk wagon was struck and overturned by a Watkins Coal company truck at Sumner and Fourth streets. J H Goodrich reported a collision with Lyle and Foy Cameron. The boys were unharmed. their bicycle and the wagon were damaged.

Chuck" Reed Cloverdale Quiry Watkins Coal Company Calliston Sumner Fourth Streets J. H. Goodrich Third Aver Lyle Foy Cameron Adams Street Mr. Goodrich

Move to Readjust Big Interest Rates

Washington Senate debate on amending the Federal Reserve Act to strike the provision allowing progressive rates. Senator Heflin of Alabama cited a southern bank charged 45 percent on a loan, arguing the clause permits usurious terms.

Washington, D.C Federal‘reserve Act Senate Heflin Alabama Federal Reserve ‘Bank Ala’ A

500 Mile Auto Race Classic Endangered

Indianapolis officials say the annual 500 mile race may not be held after Indiana lawmakers prohibited the event on Memorial Day. The state senate passed a measure likely to trigger a House battle to block interference with the race.

Indianapolis Ind Indiana Indianapolis Motor Speedway State Senate

Turkey and Greece Agree to Exchange of War Prisoners

Two conventions to be signed next Monday provide for mutual return of prisoners of war and hostages and compulsory exchange of minority populations. The agreements take effect immediately, announced from urame.

Turkey Greece Associated Press Urame

France and America drawn into German Ruhr dispute

Washington scene reports Senate debate on the Ruhr invasion and reparations. Senator Reed urges a pro American stance to safeguard France and German peoples, while Senator Owen accuses France of invasion and calls for neutral U S action. Weygand's Paris mission ends with plan shifts after Ruhr resistance.

PAG France America Elsev Owen Associated Press Washington, D. C Senate Owen Oklahoma Ruhr United States Reed Pennsylvania Germany Byermany Belgium Weygand Paris Gen. Weygand Jfar Shal Peck Itutn Huhr Prenier Po

Gen Allen hands Coblenz to French command

In Coblenz on January 27 Maj. Gen. Henry FT. Allen, head of the American Occupation Army, formally turned the city over to French control. The brief ceremony in Allen’s office lasted about two minutes as Gen. Marty of the French army assumed command of the area, ending four years of American authority.

Wrey

Mammoth Power Plant Planned at Sioux City

Plans for a power plant costing between 2,000,000 and 2,500,000 are under consideration by the Sioux City Gas and Electric Company. The completed plant would enable supplying power and light to towns and cities in northwest Iowa as far as Fort Dodge.

Stous City Sioux City Gas & Electric Co Sioux City Utility Company Iowa Fort Dodge

Also Mentioned on This Page

Standard T. J. Watterson Greene Farmer Stiller Eloper Is Moines Rielle Wl Hams Tad Gay Knox Chariton Pleasanton Posible Lucille Mlegal Axman Dr. Hillman Antisaloon League Badukhart Brisbane Henry Ford Mr. Ford New York Tribunel Inc Cox William G. McAdoo William G. Meagee Los Angeles California MccAdoo United States Treasury Los Angeles Chamber of ‘Commerce Arthur Brisbane Midwest Veterans Committee Woolworth _ Co Smiths Hudson Chas. Huyck Allen Coblenz Mammoth Sioux Dry Watsins Coal Go Traveling Man Waterloo Commercial Fund Bridge Street Waterloo Community Fund
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