29 Jan 1918
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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1918
Page
1
Iowa livestock production and corn movement face a critical shortage of rail freight cars. State railroad officials warn this bottleneck endangers meat and grain shipments, risking substantial losses for farmers and potentially reducing the world's supply of Iowa livestock and corn.
A meteoric fragment the size of a bushel lands on a farm north of Creston and, after remaining inaccessible for over a day, is dug out and examined showing porous pumice like texture and iron particles. In Washington, fuel administration closes a policy affecting amusement mounts with visitors required to climb a 560 foot stair to access the top.
Jews of Sioux City register today with the local Voel Zion group to regulate postwar migration to the Holy Land and ensure safety from economic hardship. Forty members have paid required funds to aid pioneers to Palestine, with data sent to New York for central records.
The county advisory committee on fuel distribution names a panel to assess needs and regulate coal supply amid shortages. Manager AM Gear chairs with PL Foster, L Mendel, J Lamperte, and Brink Wamberling as members. Applicants state needs and are judged for eligibility before approval or denial. The city enacts adjusted business hours for essential services while churches, youth groups, and community events plan amid ongoing fuel restrictions. A former resident Dex Stone, a civil engineer, dies in Des Moines after long city service. He is survived by two daughters. Green Stockings community theatre announced shows for Wednesday through Friday.
Labor leaders accuse Polk county coal operators of output control and pro German sentiments at a Trades assembly on the coal issue. State Fuel Administrator Webster is charged with incompetence for not remedying the situation and for not stopping evasions and violations of administration rulings.
John Tanken, Sioux City's oldest resident, died Sunday at St. Vincent's hospital after senility. He was 106, born January 2, 1833, and had lived in Sioux City about seven years. Survived by widow Wilma Willingsteen Tanken, 98, and adopted daughter Mrs Shoap. He traced roots to Rotterdam and Holland, lived in Wisconsin and Nebraska, and built a syrup mill in Lay Crose. He recalled Hulley's comet and predicted war after its appearance, and he spoke fluent English until a family funeral years ago. He smoked corn cob pipes and refused other kinds.
Readers learn that catarrh can be cured at all stages and that constitutional treatment is needed. Hall’s Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and claimed to heal the mucous surfaces, strengthen constitution, and aid nature. Proponents offer one hundred dollars for any cure it cannot achieve. testimonials available. Sold by druggists.
A Wisconsin druggist from Rapids writes in confident praise of Replenish as the best kidney and bladder remedy. He notes satisfied customers and no complaints, asserting steady positive results and strong trust in the product.
A short advertising letter to L. Wilmer & Co. of Binghamton urges sending ten cents for a booklet promising kidney and bladder information. It promotes a hot water bottle and related items for sale through drug stores, mentioning sizes and related products.
A fragment mentions Mr Tanken as a Catholic church member and notes he was not heard after making his resolve. The readable text captures a moment of decision but lacks clear context or surrounding detail.
In Sioux City Iowa Jan 29 jury panel formed in the murder case against Leonard Jones charged with killing William Bishop at a May 1917 wedding. State plans to call Dempsey Miller and Etta Marino as key witnesses. defense may seek alibis for all witnesses. Dempsey and Miller pleaded guilty to manslaughter and were sentenced to terms at Anamosa.
Benjamin Turner, stabbed twice in a quarrel over a girl, lies in Iowa City hospital with wounds to the side and arm. Fred Lister, believed assailant, awaits a hearing after a brief jail stay and mayoral release. Wounds from a long-bladed pocket knife.
Daniel McIntyre, born in Lancashire England in 1840, died January 26 near Port City after a career as a blacksmith and shipyard worker. He lived in Desoto Wisconsin Traer Macorville and later settled near Peter’s home. Survived by wife Margaret Booth and five children Robert Daniel Margaret Janet and Peter, plus ten grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral Monday at son Peter’s home and burial at West View Cemetery. Mrs Rachel Smith dies in Port City. service at West View with flags and patriotic observance. multiple relatives noted. Public notices mention church services and school institute closures as fuel restrictions affect stores.
Davenport Iowa January 20 D W Kimberly Scott county millionaire and Iowa legislature member says he will seek a state senate seat on the Republican ticket Senator F G Henigbaum who has served four years in the legislature retires From politics The Shallenberger specialist in chronic nervous diseases Waterloo Hotel Russell Lamson late January 6 advertisement
Washington report from Secretary Baker details that about 40,096 of 200,000 Christmas packages sent to American soldiers in France were so damaged at the port of embarkation that new boxes were needed. Army officers deny theft or loss, citing careful handling and inspections.
A reader tips that less frequent shampooing is fine with thorough cleansing. Dissolve a teaspoon of Canthrax in hot water to make a ready to use shampoo liquid that cleanses the scalp and hair, freshens the scalp, removes dandruff, and leaves hair with bright luster and soft fullness.
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