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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1926
Page
1
A protest against the American debt agreement unfolds in Paris with veterans and officials amid plans to display symbolism, while anti US sentiment grows as the franc hits a record low. The piece also surveys public curiosity about John D Rockefeller, a Cuba execution report, and naval salvage news from Brooklyn involving the S 31.
Charles McCaffree of Sioux Falls told Waterloo leaders that the Atlantic Yellowstone Pacific Hiway will surpass the Lincoln highway in traffic next year. He urged surfacing between Waverly and Charles City, continued support, and hospitality for tourists, linking Waterloo with Yellowstone, the Black Hills, and Iowa Great Lakes. Publicity for the AYP trail has expanded nationwide with folders, articles, and ads in travel guides reaching millions.
The French liner DeGrasse, which sailed from New York yesterday with about 1000 passengers, is returning to New York due to engine trouble. A wireless message to the line stated the port engine failed.
In Des Moines a pair of divorcees described weight loss from marital strain. Angie F. Lewis said 40 pounds vanished under worry about Ray Lewis, while Opal Marlin reported similar weight loss from constant nagging by Augustus Marlin. Both women received decrees.
Dog control appeals to muzzling in hot weather from June to September under city ordinances. George Carpenter, the city dog catcher, warns that dogs should be muzzled to protect people and notes enforcement will be strict. He mentions no current reports but warns heat may trigger danger. Morales aims to protect dogs from poison after disposing of five rat dogs and an average of two dead dogs daily since April 1.
Lyle Grant Walensky a 13 year old son of Mrs Leola Walensky of 210 Concrete avenue was seriously injured this morning when kicked in the head by a horse on the James Garland farm one and a half miles east of Waterloo. He was rushed to St Francis hospital where the right eye's sight was feared lost after a hoof gashed temple and forehead. He regained consciousness after arrival and the wound was sutured with hope the sight might be saved.
New York reports Miss Katherine Nash Kelley, known as the copper heiress and daughter of Cornelius Kelley of Anaconda Copper Mining, eloped and wed Nils Florman a real estate operator around 40 in Port Chester last evening. She has been a society figure since her debut in 1922.
Chicago reports Robert Scott, brother of Russell Scott, will face trial for the murder of Joseph Maurer, a drug clerk, on July 12. Judge William Ti Gemmill announced the date after Scott was returned from San Quentin where a parole curtailed a murder sentence.
Women from 34 nations gathered in Dublin for the fifth biennial congress of the Women's International League of Peace and Freedom. Distinguished delegates include Mrs. Alice Park of California and Miss Sophia Dulles of Pennsylvania, among others.
William Deckert former German army aviator and island duck farmer was found unconscious tied to a log in the Missouri River near Decatur after an attack by three men. Investigators from multiple counties weigh land rights disputes on river island as possible motive. Deckert, in a hospital with brain concussion and no skull fracture, recalled three assailants and a revolver before lapsed into a coma.
Rome ponders the exile of poet Gabriele D Annunzio after his announced ban on visitors until November. Some view it as quiet work time while others doubt the move and note rumors of a rejuvenation treatment by Dr. Voronott.
Nurse Craven aged 51 and a grandmother from Routhnemouth England abandons her attempt to swim the English Channel this year for financial reasons. She says she still believes she can make the event and hopes to try it next year.
A large man described as an ex con vict, robbed a Chicago South Shore & South Bend Electric train near Gary Indiana just before midnight. He hid in the women’s parlor, threatened the motorman and conductor with a revolver, and collected about 300 dollars from passengers before leaping off and fleeing.
The U S circuit court of appeals ruled American ships are not subject to seizure beyond the 12 mile limit, reversing a district court decision in the Underwriter libel case. The court stated an American ship on the high seas retains allegiance to the United States, affecting the seizure held beyond the limit.
The Interstate Commerce Commission will resume its investigation of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad’s financial condition before its receivership in New York City on July 27. Hearing will be conducted by Commissioner Tex.
Unconfirmed reports from Puebla say many were drowned in yesterday's cloudburst but it is believed the figures are exaggerated. Heavy rains continue across the central Mesa with widespread precipitation impacting the region.
Mrs Mandana Davis 1838 0n May 28 born in Ohio died at 11 07 a m at 327 Commercial Street Waterloo after two months bedfast lifetime resident with family in city since girlhood She married Joshua Davis May 1862 and had eight children Funeral at home Sunday 2 30 p m conducted by Rev J Arthur Young with simple rites Flowers not requested
Washington July meeting of the US railway mediation board to replace the defunct railroad labor board selected Samuel B. Winslow of Massachusetts as chairman. Members include G W M Hanger Carl Williams E B Morrow and T. Davies. First case is Western Maryland railroad seeking higher wages and better conditions. Rockefeller Jr. is principal stockholder.
Police and sheriff officers in Herrin patrol the streets armed with shotguns under a mayoral order. Two gangsters were arrested yesterday and released on bail. The crackdown follows nearly nightly attacks on citizens, many once prominent Klansmen under Glenn Young.
Paris markets dipped to a new low as the franc slid to 39.01 per dollar amid Bank of France policy signals. The decline followed a sharp attack on Finance Minister Caillaux in the chamber of deputies over stabilization plans and debt accords, signaling possible government disagreements ahead.
London reports indicate miners show no move to return to work as the eight hour law takes effect tonight. The miners federation may press owners for reopening negotiations, with the bill awaiting Lords approval and the king's signature.
Two dapper young men in a Speedy roadster held up a Standard Oil gas station attendant in Davenport last night. They took 26 dollars and fled after a chase with Moline police, whom they eluded.
In Chicago a new alimony bureau will clear yearly payments totaling about 5 million dollars. Authorized by the county board and spearheaded by Judge Indac Yoseph Sabath the bureau aims to let wives collect alimony free of charge. Ering husbands face back payments or risk jail as the system goes into operation at once.
In Quincey California a report states Charles E. Kellage known worldwide as the birdman is battling for his life in a mountain camp near his birthplace. In Iowa near Des Moines a crash injured Floyd Foess and three women riding with Reland Schuin as motor cars collided on a road.
The Courier will be delivered to your home before 3 30 p m. If you fail to receive your paper by that time due to carrier error or other cause, please phone 3190. A copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 30 p m.
Divers report about 12 bodies inside the U S submarine 5-51 after it lay on the Block Island sea bed. The crash occurred when the City of Rome sank it last September. Eyewitnesses say eight bodies were recovered and three saved from 36 crew.
LaVerne W. Gadwiller of 455 Collis Street, an employee of BL & N., was badly cut on the head and arms when an unidentified car struck the heavy coupe he rode in causing it to overturn on Rainbow drive at Coutier street. One gash required six stitches. The car was wrecked with the top broken off.
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