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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1923

Page

3

Waterloo Women's Club Plans Benefit for Building Fund

Society notes describe Waterloo Women’s Club remodeling progress on the Washington street clubhouse for the biennial convention hosting next May. A heating plant costing about 2800 dollars and several money-raising events are planned, including a charity performance of The Seventh Guest by Gerdieter Players at Waterloo theatre on Feb 12 and revived card parties at Hotel Russell Lanson. Birthday dinner honors Miss Alicea Smith. other PTAs and clubs hold meetings and social gatherings with various hosts and venues throughout the week.

Tawa Federaton of Waterloo Women's Club Washington Street Jong Gerdieter Players Waterloo Theatre Jacob Levingston H. B. Boies Hi. W. Sleworth F.L. Chamberlain Russell-Lanson

Postoffice Workers Banquet Saturday Evening in Waterloo

Waterloo post office workers plan a banquet at Knights of Pythias hall at 7 PM on Saturday February 10. The program includes talks, music, impersonations, and a dance of the fairies with performances by local artists. Hay Eggert, postmaster, will speak on post office aims, and John G. Hartman will discuss the pioneer post office era. Officers of the welfare council and board members are listed. the event combines entertainment with official remarks.

Waterloo Postal Service Knights of Pythias Hall Sawyer Wil Ed Beal H. L. Green Florence Sawyer Scott Stauffacher Rodney Kintayson Hay Eggert John Gc. Hartman W. H. Hartman Waterloo Virginia Bloom T. M. McNally Welfare Council of the Post Office W. Weaver J. J. Wyeth G. JL. Carson B. E. Guy‘er J. B. Hanson W. A. Law H. A. Renz T. R. Sawyer

Beauty Chats on Waved Hair and Skincare Tips

Edna Kent Forbes explains waved hair suits many faces and can refresh tired looks. She cautions on hot irons, suggests dampening hair and rolling with curlers, and notes all over curling for natural balance. Also mentions scalp care after shaving and fashion notes on skirts and a standard teen physique.

The Wild Is the Sufferer in Neighborhood Drama

Ruth Cameron writes of a chaotic shop scene where a six year old girl dominates by mischief and indifference. A neighbor confronts the child gently while the mother shows lax restraint, provoking pity for the youngster and scorn from adults. The piece argues children need guidance to fit local norms.

New Leaier Sir Dorothy

Madame Gauthier Charms Audiences in Multilingual Concert

Eva Gauthier, a celebrated mezzo soprano, drew a good crowd at the New Night auditorium for the second Rosas Conservatory concert. She sang in six languages, including Javanese and Malay, with translations provided, and wore native Java costume during folk numbers. Frederic Persson accompanied well as the program spanned classics, French songs, American pieces, and selections in Italian, Russian, and Spanish, ending with encores that delighted the audience.

Eva Gauthier Oast Nigh Auditorium Rosas Conservatory Madame Gauthier Yolcs Waterloo Rosina Harer Sunriso Madama Gauthier de Bussy Frederic Persson William Rachaus FL. M. Ross Bachaus England Tia

Cure for Oil Lamps in Rural Homes Unsafe but Manageable

The article argues oil lamps remain essential in rural homes and camps and advises careful selection and maintenance to minimize risks. It stresses a safe base, proper burner size, and an extinguisher for each lamp, plus using soft, loose mesh wick to ensure complete filling and reduce explosions. It warns against filling and lighting practices that can cause dangerous fumes or blasts and recommends daily, cautious care for a clearer, steadier light.

Campa

Social gathering hosted by members and guests in friendly event

The group used the occasion to hold a party for their members and guests. About sixty men and women attended and spent the evening informally. Music was provided by Mrs. Iva Sawyer and William Brant. At the close, refreshments were served by the president, Mrs. Effie Zeiler, assisted by Mrs. Winnie Eggleston and Mrs. Gertrude Wright.

Ury Iva Sawyer William Brant Effle Zeiler Winnie Eggleston Gertrude Wright

Business Women to Seek Members for Their Club

The Business and Professional Women's club launches its first membership drive from February 6 to 13 to recruit new members. Miss Lila Marcham and Mrs. Ruby N. Elam lead the campaign with a team of captains and committees, aiming to involve women who recognize the club’s needs and benefits.

Business and Professional Women's Club Lila Marcham Ruby N. Elam Anna Decker Bess Nichols Lillian Ilileman Elizabeth Manney Mareham Blam Eda Behrens Lois Cass Maud Harmon Ada Smith Kenney

View Enlarged Y W C A Building Plans Friday

Friends may inspect the proposed new YWCA home at rooms Friday from 10 30 a m to supper hour. Building committee members will be present to explain plans and accept suggestions. Plans show three floors basement elevations and details at a scale of a quarter inch to the foot. This is the final chance for radical changes before approval. Luncheon for the committee at noon with informal discussion.

Young Women’s Christian Association Friends of the Association

Church News Briefs Include Sewing Circle and Quilting

St Marys Sewing circle will meet Thursday afternoon in the school auditorium to devote time to charity sewing. Hostesses are Mrs C M McCraner Mrs K J Farrell Mrs John Welbes and Mrs Perry Witts. Ladies Aid will quilt all day tomorrow in the church parlors with a business session in the afternoon. Mrs Ed Burk sr and Mrs Ed Burk dr will host. Fidelis class of Graves Memorial United Brethren church elected officers last evening: Helen Whittle president Anna Fary vice president Bessie Hanson secretary Nellie Bickford treasurer. Refreshments were served at the McKinsey home after a sleighride for Simshine class of Calvary Evangelical church Monday evening Eunice McKinsey hostess.

F. J. Limb Columbia Circle Library West Grant Circle Chesater Cadwallader Sku Klux Klan St. Mary's Sewing Circle C. M. McCraner K. J. Farrell John Welbes Ars. Perry Witts Ladies’ Aid Society Ed Burk Wilbo Fidelis Class Graves Memorial United Brethren Church Thelma Hartson Helen Whittle Anna Fary Bessie Hanson Nellie Bickford McKinsey Simshine Calvary Evangelical Church Eunice McKinsey

Elaborate Decorations and Music at K C Party

Thoughta of Columbus hosted a Columbus club dance at the K of C ball with 121 couples including Collegiats and Phi Sigma Chi. The ballroom featured red white and blue lighting, purple velvet drapes, a 100 balloon pendant, and an eight piece orchestra. Vocal solos by Agnes Thompson and harp by Viola Miller highlighted the program. Miss Thompson sang with the orchestra multiple times as W L Beecher and other officers greeted guests at the door.

Thoughta Columbus Collegiats Club Phi Sigma Chi K. of C. Bal Agnes Thompson Viola Miller Miss Thompson W. L. Beecher Grand Knight J. H. Fitzgerald Frank Wilhelm Dan Brennan B. J. McDonnell H. F. Hoffer

Water loo Evening Courier Patterns for a Pretty Frock

The Waterloo Evening Courier advertises its up to date costume patterns from the Fashion Department. Patterns cost 15 cents and are mailed to any address, with delivery about ten days. The child’s dress pattern shown is labeled A Pretty Frock for the Little Tot and fits sizes 1, 2, 4 and 6 years. Materials suggested include voile, gingham, percale, and nainsook with sleeve options in lyrist or elbow length.

Fashion Department Evening Courier Waterloo

East High seeks after school jobs for 150 boys

Principal F J Miller asks city business and professionals to offer after school and Saturday work for about 150 East High students seeking employment. He notes many have inquired and urges employers to specify job nature when calling. Miller believes such work aids education during tough times.

F. J. Miller East High School Mr. Miller

Club Notes Elects J O Trumbauer President

Mrs J O Trumbauer was elected president of the Happy Hour club at a 1 oclock luncheon yesterday at her home. Mrs S B Reed retired president presided. Mrs J W Rath read the year’s report. Other officers for 1923 include Mrs James Black vice president and Mrs J T Sullivan secretary and treasurer.

J. O. Trumbauer Happy Hour Club S. B. Reed J. W. Rath James Black J. T. Sullivan

Conference of county Sunday school workers planned

Unusual interest surrounds the county Sunday school workers conference to be held at First Brethren church Wellington and Sixth Streets tomorrow afternoon and evening. Iowa State Sunday School association leaders Miss Elizabeth Dean Dr G Herbrecht and Walter Otton will participate. An adviser service from 4 to 5 o'clock will let teachers consult with leaders on problems and methods to improve Sabbath schools.

First Brethren Church Wellington Sixth Streets Iowa State Sunday School Association Elizabeth Dean Or. G. Herbrecht Walter Otton Leathers

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