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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1929

Page

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Gen Booth Wing Injunction Fight In Salvation Army

London January thirty General W Bramwell Booth was restored to command under protection of a chancellery court order preventing the Salvation Army high council from appointing a successor. Justice Eve ruled Booth must be heard on his fitness before the council can relieve him, signaling another internal battle over Army reform led by his sister Commander Evangeline Booth.

London W. Bramwell Booth Salvation Army Harry Trelawney Aepine High Council High Councils Booth Thab Justine Eve Counci Wooth Te Council Evangélina Booth Eve Gavin Bimonds Council

Mystery in Slaying of County Detective

In Willimantic Connecticut on January 30 a county detective, William E Jackson, was found slain. Police believe he was called to the door by his killer and shot as he backed into the kitchen. His wife and daughter discovered the body less than 40 minutes after they left him reading the evening paper. Investigators review Jacksons major cases to see if a convict might be freed from jail.

Willimantic Conn William’ E. , Jackson Rough Rider Jackson Peirce

Snow Prediction Keeps Coasts in Snow as Temps Rise

Des Moines reports continued light to moderate snow across the east and central areas with more slated for the western stretches tonight. Federal forecaster Charles D. Reed noted statewide accumulation, with readings from 2 degrees below zero in Chariton to 18 above in Keokuk, and colder temperatures forecast for tomorrow after a warmer spell in the far east tonight.

Des Moines Charles D. Reed Reed Chariésity Keokuk

Waterloo Singer on Air Tonight

Eddie Marble son of Mr and Mrs P A Marble 221 Cottage Grove avenue will broadcast from station KGER Long Beach Cal from 1 to 2 am tomorrow in a special program featuring Smiling The program designed for Waterloo friends in a hometown privilege given to leading radio artists will be sung at Long Beach between 11 and 12 pm there being a two hour time difference Eddie Marble is well known to radio listeners and has been heard throughout Town including Waterloo in previous programs He was born and reared in this city.

Eddie Marble P. A. Marble Cottage Grove Avenue KGER Long Beach Cal Waterloo

Iowa Salesman Dies in Indiana

A middle aged man registered as Anthony A. Ross of Maguoketa, Ia, died in his room in Indiana with heart disease listed as the cause. The coroner filed a verdict of death from heart disease. occupation noted as salesman on registration.

Michican City Ind Anthony A. Ross Maguoketa Tater

Peter Trainor 67 Dies After Illness in Eagle Center

Peter Trainor 67 died last night at his home in Eagle Center after a long illness. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. at St Mary’s of Mt Carmel Parish in Eagle Center. Survived by widow and children Lillian M and three sons Staven J Joseph and James. Davupiters of Ilsabella meet at Philip Pint home 1123 Franklin Street this evening at 7 45 to pray for Mr Pint funeral tomorrow at 10 a.m. at St Joseph’s Church.

Teter Trainor Peter Trainor Fis Eagle Center St. Mary's of Mt. Cerne Catvolle Trainor Waterloo Lillian M Ilsabella Philp Franklin- Street Pit Joseph's Church

Final Arguments in Klinkel Case Made in Floyd Co. Court

Final arguments in the Klinkel case were heard in Floyd County court as W G Henke urged jurors to focus on facts and that officers must be held to the same standard as citizens. Defense counsel Saddler’s backers argued the plaintiff’s witnesses were impeached and that local voters stood by Saddler and other officers.

Klinkel Floyd Co Courter Sprelut Charles City Olive Klinkel BP. A. Baddier W. G. Henke H. M. Kepler Henke Hls Blainutti HH. J. Pitegeraid Defense Council Saddler Donovan Wickei Oak Park Floyd County Sherif

Tama Man Sues Weaterlocan After Auto-Wagon Crash

H H Smith of Tama county sues T B Rust for 3708 damages after a 1928 collision on primary highway 59 in Crystal township. He alleges serious hip and back injuries from being thrown from his wagon and seeks 2500 plus listed itemized damages including wagon repair, harness, and loss of use of a frightened team.

H. H. Smith Tama County T. B. Rust Home Park Crystal Township Olleges Smith

Women Forger Is Sentenced to Year and Then Paroled

Mrs. E. W. Eck of Vinton pleaded guilty to forgery before Judge G. W. Wouton in district court. She was sentenced to one year in Black Hawk county jail and paroled to attorney Myles J. Kildee. Prosecution by Burr C. Towne noted forgery of checks on Jan 2 and Jan 21. Parole allows return to her two children aged seven and six. violation would require serving the sentence.

E. W. Eck Vinton Jata G. W. Wouton Black Hawk Myles J. Kildee Burr C. Towne Eck

Hill Bill Aims to Provide Rural Crop Loans

The proposed Hill bill mirrors federal tax logic with tiers: 2 percent on the first $1,000 of income over exemptions, 3 percent on the next $1,000, 4 percent on the third, and 5 percent on the fourth tier and above. Proponents say the measure will equalize a tax burden farmers face due to real estate investments.

Sister Mary Callista dies. head of Dyersville school

Sister Mary Callista, 87, longtime head of St. Francis Academy in Dyersville, died at St. Francis hospital after a major operation. Born Rose Wiencke in Cedar Rapids on April 14, 1867, she joined the BL Francis order at 17 and served parish duties in Alton and Otter Creek before leading the Dyersville Academy. Surviving siblings include Mother Buminien, Mrs. Stark trio, Frank, Edward, and Rev. Fr. John Wieneke. Funeral at St. Francis convent, Dubuque, Friday at 9 a.m.

Mary Callista St. Francis Academy Dyersville St. Francis Hospital Mary Rose Wiencke Cedar Raplds BL. Francis Dyersville Academy Alton Otter Creek Buminien St. Francis Convent Dubuque Wheodore Stark Joe Stark Albert Stark Cedar Rapids Frank Wieneke Winnipeg Man Edward Wieneke Cedar Rapies John Wieneke Cedar Falls

Carlton Buckley Receives Commendation From Central Railway

Carlton Buckley a car clerk for the Illinois Central railroad is commended in the February issue of Illinois Central magazine for securing 24 carloads of business from a local contractor. The work involved hauling building materials from Ohio and Vineland to Waterles. The Buckley family has 97 years of service with the Illinois Central.

Carlton Buckley Il- Hnais Central Railroad Ymnais Central Magazine ACI Ohin Viviele Waterles Il- Whois Cental Willam L. Bickley

Cattle Buyer Jimmy James Found Dead in Iowa Hotel

Jimmy James a 42 year old cattle buyer once of Wyoming Iowa and known in eastern Iowa was found dead in a hotel room in Sedor Faptds Iowa. Police believe he killed himself using a polgan candy bar fluid with poison after eating the bar.

Suicipr Sedor Faptds Jimmy James Wyoming Iowa Cate

Limiting Debate Seen as Victory for Cruiser Bill

Washington reports that the Senate limited debate on the cruiser construction bill with an agreement to begin discussion Monday and a potential final vote Monday night. Leaders anticipate progress on naval programs and related appropriations before March 4 adjournment while White House hints at a budget recommendation if control over the program is granted. Senator Hale asserts passage is possible without presidential changes, despite Hoover and Coolidge positions.

Washington, D. C Senate Pa Vate Curtis Kansas Coolidge House Prsident White House Congress Herbert Hoover Hale Maine

Melendy Funeral Rites Conducted at Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls date private services were held at 929 West Twenty third for Mrs. Peter Melendy born Sept 1 1838 in Tonawanda N Y later Iowa Wesleyan graduate and widow of Samuel Mc Farland. Burial planned in Mt Pleasant with extended family including Theron Walker and Marion Howard. Services led by Dr W G Crowder due to illness of pastor.

Courier Cedar Falls Marion’ McFarland Walker West Twentythird Street Peter Melendy Mt. Pleasant Melendy Iowa Wesleyan University Samuel McFarland Mr. Pleasant News McFarland Clark Marion Theron Walker New York City Marion McFarland Howard McFarland Howard Waterino

Judge Beem Returns to Post After Illness

Judge J C Beem of the Sriralele court resumes duties after several weeks at home. Judge George J Sager in municipal court today found judgment against 10 defendants for delinquent poll tax, each facing $5 and costs.

J.C. Beem Srilaele Court George J. Sager

Return to Kansas City from visit with relatives

F Jonson, Mrs Matbel Ralsch'old and daughter Luc eMe of Kansas City Mo returned home Tuesday night after visiting Mrs Jonson's sisters Mrs O M Cheney Sans Souci Park and Mrs M Q Schany 203 Western Avenue.

Kansas City Trs F. Jonson Matbel Ralsch LuceMe

West Branch Girl S S Teacher for Hoover's Church

Eva Michener, former West Branch resident, chosen by President-elect Hoover to lead Sabbath school at Little Friends church on Irving Street Washington. Hoovers will attend at home in the small Quaker church with 100 members and 350 seats, joined by former West Branch families tied to Hoover's youth.

West Branch Eva Michener Little Friends Church Irving Street Washington, D Hoover Hoovers Quakers Church

Hoover Plans 70 Keep Contact On Federal Bureaus

President elect Hoover plans extensive contact with the federal agencies by appointing a Mason officer to liaise with over fifty independent bodies including the veterans bureau and the shipping board. He seeks three secretaries with equal rating to handle agency liaison mail and congressional/public affairs, with Akerson and Richey likely in line for roles. Also notes Gab riel D Annunzio's trans Atlantic flight plan and Kabul India air mail service expansion.

Miami Beach Fla Hoover Congress White House Mason Veterans Bureau Shipping Board Federal Water Power Commission Coolidge George Akerson Lawrence Richey Akérson Florida Ackerson Richey Gabriel INS D’annunzio Air Corps

Temperatures and snowfall report brief

Temperatures show a Tuesday high and cooler night with a Wednesday morning low. Snowfall reported up to eight inches by 8 am with light accumulation continuing through the morning.

Francis Riggs Wins 10 Dollar Prize In Airplane Contest

Francis Riggs, 14, son of Mr and Mrs Harry W Riggs of 219 Lafryetta Wateret, won the 10 prize in a Riviera-Courier sponsored model airplane contest held at the Riviera theatre and Waterloo Evening Courier. His brim flute monoplane, with ribbed wings and ground takeoff gear, impressed judges Overshadows others among 22 entries. Each entrant received tickets to Warner Bros Vitaphone feature Conquest.

Francis Riggs Riviera Harry W. Riggs Lafryetta I Ateret Rivlera Theatre Waterloo Evening Gourer Henry ©. Wurster Mill-Con- Haenk Petrodeum Corporation Oren P. Harwont Chapman Field Midwest Airways, Inc Clarence J. Ness Nesu Paltern Works Waterloo Miniature Aircraft Club Altho Riggs Mos Warner Bros South Monte Blue Lois Wilson H. B. Warner

Teachers College hosts town delegates for summer extension schools

Cedar Falls Jan 30 Representatives from Sheldon Muscatine and Corning visited the Teachers College extension department to discuss plans for summer extension sessions in their communities. Luncheon at Bartlett hall marked the visit as part of ongoing efforts to expand summer programs. The college will run extension sessions on the same schedule as Cedar Falls. The winter semester ends March 12 and spring term opens March 13. Miss Hazel Strayer resumed drama work, Miss Anna Leggett takes a six month absence, and Miss Bernice Allen becomes acting department head. The American Legion Show is set for Feb 20 and 21 at Regent Theatre with drama students organizing. Social events include Elizabeth Petersen hosting a dinner for 12 and Mabel Benton Brown hosting a waffle party.

Courier Cedar Falls Sheldon Muscatine Corning Teachers College Sumer Bartlett Hall Extension Division Cedars Com Mencement Hazel Strayer Dramatic Art Facillty Anna L. Leggett Bernice Allen Elizabeth Petersen Stata Street Mabel Benton Brown Walnut Street

Operation Removes Button From Nose Of Boy At Nashua

In Nashua January 30 a three year old boy named Hollis Watson, son of Mr and Mrs J B Watson, had an abscess under his arm treated under anesthesia. During surgery a button he had inserted in his nose for a month was removed. Marriage licenses listed: George Dahms Cladbrook, 24. Lillian Sievers Garwin, 22. Henry Conrad Clutter, 25. Emma Cecak Elberon, 20. Theodore Huck Raymond, 27. Minnie Phillips La Porte City, 23.

Nashua. In Hollis George

Fire alarm reports two residential incidents this week

Two calls logged at residences: at 462 Leland Avenue a fire alarm noted flammable material in a hot air pipe with no damage. at 1500 Baltimore Street defective wiring caused $300 damage. Advertisement for Lt dt Herman O. Miller lists phone number 2404.

W. Greenwood Leland Avenue Ralph Barron Baltimore Street

Miriam Helene Hunt Marries Dr Floyd Hawkins in Miami

Mr and Mrs F A Hunt announce their daughter Miriam Helene Hunt married yesterday morning in Miami to Dr Floyd Hawkins of Chicago. After a southern trip the couple will stay in Waterloo with the bride’s parents before settling in Chicago. Hawkins is a registered nurse who has resided in Chicago for several years.

Hunt Fremont Street Miriam Helene Miami Fin Floyd 1

Mrs Plopper Sinking Steadily at Sartori Hospital

Cedar Falls Jan 30 Increasing weakness of Mrs Estelle Plopper was noted today by attendants at Sartori Memorial hospital where she has been since a stroke of paralysis on Jan 23 Her strength has dwindled after two strokes in rapid succession soon after arriving for a visit at the home of Mrs Amng Obele on Waterloo street Town Falls is her home and the prognosis is uncertain

Courier Cedar Falls Estelle Plopper Sartori Memorial Hospital Plopper Town Falls Amng Obele Waterloo Street

Hold Three for Plot to Rob Bank in Des Moines

Des Moines men Frank Biggs and Frank Smith along with Allan Rian and another, arrested in an admitted bank robbery plot. Biggs claims he drove them to Conrad for the heist. arrest halted the plan and implicated the others. Building permits list several frame dwellings and furnaces with various values.

Des Moines Dan Frank Biggs Frank Smith St. Joseph Allan Rian Conrad Biggs Tria

Great Atlantic 4 Pacific to Open Self Service Store in Waterloo

The 4 Pacific Tea Co plans a grand opening next Saturday for a new self service store at 310-12 Fourth Street West Waterloo Iowa. W D Wilson says Iowa stores add self service as a policy and Waterloo will be the first such store in the state. Benesh Dalley managers assist with preparations with L R Cooner and H A Hallstrom aiding. George Benesh named store manager.

Iowa Great Atlantic Pacific. Tea Co Fourth Street Owain W. D. Wilson Waterloo Wilson Benesh Dalley L. R. Cooner H. A. Hallstrom George Benesh

Waterloo Store Expansion And Remodeling Details

The text outlines Waterloo store upgrades including a fifth location at 316 Fourth Street West and a pastry department with imported goods. It notes ongoing remodeling in the Pickett building at 311-13 Fourth Street East, costing about 5000, and mentions a planned sixth store within two months. It references Rath Packing Co and Iowa product sales through the Tea company, plus a large mechanical refrigeration unit installed by Iowa Public Service Co. and a major customer relationship with Atlantic-Pacific Co.

James’ Dalley Meat Department Waterloo -Men Towa Public Service Company Atlantic 4 Pacific Company Wilson Iowa Rath Packing Company Tea Company United States Waterloo Fourth ‘Street Pickett Fourth Street East

Miss Bertha Martin Recovering From Pneumonia

Cedar Falls January 30. A team of physicians attending Miss Bertha Martin a T D faculty member who is dangerously ill with pneumonia reports she has a fair chance for recovery. She had a fairly restful night after a long illness of influenza.

Cedar Falls Bertha Martin Martin

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