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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1920
Page
9
The Democratic platform committee offered a lengthy plank endorsing the League of Nations and rebuking Republican obstruction of world peace. It also softens reservations while urging fidelity to the constitution, and includes sympathy for Ireland and Armenia, plus a nonadmission stance on Asiatic immigrants.
The fifth day of the convention shows slow attendance as delegates await action on the platform. Bryan and Nugent prepare rival planks on national bulletin, middlemen, and military training, while back-stage talks shape the order of recognition and potential voting deadlines.
San Francisco July 2 The Democratic national convention delegate tally increases as the Panama Canal Zone gains two votes. Total delegates rise to 1,094 with two thirds set at 7 291 and 3 votes. No ruling on fractional votes yet. the chairman is expected to rule 7 291 minus 2 votes as the nomination total.
A nurse, Mrs J Johnson of Janesville, urges gifts to a baby welfare fund, stressing spirit over size. Contributions total about $89 and need $44 more to reach $300 for ice, milk, medicines, and a baby clinic. The appeal notes donors of any amount can help, even 50 cents or a child.
San Francisco July 2 Delegates to the Democratic national convention face a long day as the platform committee’s report is read. Senator Glass of Virginia defends the plank list while William J Bryan presses for his prohibition plank. Leaders expect extended debate despite 30 minute speaking limits as delay worries many delegates about possible deadlock. Voting on a presidential nominee starts once the platform is adopted.
An American destroyer has been dispatched to Messina in a bid to secure the release of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nilson of Haines, held by Turkish nationalists. Admiral Bristol at Constantinople reported to the state department that met authorities are holding Turkish hostages as part of the effort.
New York July 2. A half hour conference between Gen Wood and Will H Mays Republican national chairman sparked talk at the party headquarters. Report says Wood offered more than passive support for Harding while remaining within his army role. He vowed to do everything consistent with his position to aid Harding’s election.
Warren G. Harding, Republican presidential candidate, will depart for Marion D to attend a homecoming celebration in his honor. Accompanied by Mrs. Harding he will travel tomorrow morning and arrive in Marion near noon on Monday.
Mason City burlesque duo Louiee Wallach and Viola Zara, billed as the Sweet Daddy players, were released from the detective bureau after claiming Homer Pa Chey arrested them. They said Beewick of Mason City had flashed a ring and a watch to coerce their departure, and promised to drop charges after turning over the money.
Floyd Ray Downs aged 17 died yesterday afternoon from heart disease aggravated by swimming across the Wapsipinicon river. He sank near the west bank and was found within 20 minutes. Eldest of six sons of Mr and Mrs Harley Downs, he was a high school freshman, Presbyterian and Epworth League member. Funeral services planned Sunday afternoon at the Presbyterian church.
Fargo July 2 report says the gubernatorial race is virtually settled and the primary shifts to the US Senate nomination. Senator A J Gronna trails after 738 of 2,064 precincts with 20 822 votes to 18 724 for league candidate Dr EB Ladd.
Montpelier July 2 Gov. P W Clement summoned to Washington to confer with Senator Harding and Will Hays per Lieut. Gov. Stone. The conference reportedly concerns action on the federal woman suffrage amendment.
The principal mills of the American Woolen company, operating only three days a week, will cease processing on July 10 for an indefinite period. President William M. Wood cited cancellations of orders ready to be filled and reduced demand for next season's goods as the cause.
Berlin reports martial law declared at Lubeck amid serious disturbances. Police used rifles, three people killed, Citizens' guard called out, and order restored by midnight.
Independent faction seeks to overthrow Wilbur Glenn Voliya, successor of John Alexander Dowle, urging Billy Sunday to lead a march to Zion City in Chicago on July 2.
Facundo Bacardi, Cuban distiller, arrived in New York to report months of trials by chemists to brew a better rum. He says attempts to produce a kick without the still have failed, and cautions against unsafe methods.
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 4 40 o clock. If you fail to receive your paper by that time due to carrier error or other cause, please phone 8820. A copy of the paper will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 30 p.m.
Information in police hands this afternoon may speed the arrest of the suspected companion of a bandit killed in a Waterloo Marx Clothing store gunfight that claimed City Detective William Goodenhour's life. Officers traced two men to the Elmer hotel, found a grip, and sought identity through fingerprints, photos, and hotel records as crowds viewed the slain outlaw and detective at the morgue.
Farrett & Co. Richard Adams, Starr Fruit company, and J. M. Starr were indicted by a federal grand jury in Portland on charges of profiteering in sugar. The indictment alleges sugar was bought from a San Francisco refiner and shipped to Omaha for sale at about four thousand dollars profit per carload.
Police report on a fatal confrontation near 619 Commercial Street where detective William Goodenbour and an unidentified gunman-forger exchanged gunfire. The victim, William Wilson, an officer, was killed while pursuing a forged American Express check for 48 dollars. Evidence recovered includes painted notes, envelopes, and checks. the investigation names Deputy Sheriff D. B. Henderson and notes Wilson’s WWII service and 10 years with Illinois Geni.
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