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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1914
Page
8
Beneath Day Adventists to surf evangelistic campaign a new tent pitched at Western avenue and Second street for five weeks of nightly services except Saturday starting Sunday July 12 Evangelist G R McNay formerly of New York City will deliver the first sermon.
Evangelist H P Gray of Des Moines will lead singing and deliver Bible study based discourses in a series under the Iowa Seventh Day Adventist conference with Elder McNay in charge. Women teachers assist. prophecy study featured as he argues the end times are near though no date is set.
The Central Christian church Men’s Fellowship class will skip a red letter day tomorrow. Organizers rushed to break attendance records and will hold a group photo after the lesson for advertising. The class meets in the church basement and men may remove coats during services.
The First Congregational church and Sunday school announce their annual picnic at Cedar River park. A special double-truck car leaves Prospect park at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, stopping at Ham Park line streets for riders, with autos meeting the car for onward transport.
The article describes a banker picnic at Cedar River park with provision for guests who cannot walk from the car to the grounds. Hot coffee lemonade and ice cream will be provided along with dishes and silverware. Families are asked to bring sandwiches and any additional foods they desire. A baseball game and other sports are planned and dinner will be served at noon.
Rev A Wieand president of Bethany Bible School in Chicago will preach at the Brethren church corner of South and Seventh streets Sunday at 11 about God’s protection in escape from Bedouins. He recounts his near fatal capture in the Dead Sea region and how faith saved him. Evening service at 8:16 at Orange township church.
An interesting service is planned for Sunday at the First Brethren church with the men in charge. Speakers include Charles B. Jones on the Christian Man in the Home NM. 8. Kimmel on the Christian Man in the Community Scott Welj on the Christian Man as a Citizen and B. F. Puterbaugh on the Christian Man in the Church. All are invited to attend.
Rev Edward M Rhoades, recently resigning as assistant pastor of Walnut Street Baptist, will deliver a brief farewell sermon at Champlin Chapel on Sunday evening. He has won friends in Waterloo and members of the chapel Sunday school and his sermons have been popular. A farewell reception for Mr and Mrs Rhoades follows at Walnut Street Baptist next Thursday evening.
Ensign A Moyer has returned from the Salvation Army International Congress held in London on June 11 and 26. The event drew 4,000 delegates and 1,000 conversions, with 700 Americans the largest delegation. The voyage suffered tragedy as the Empress of Ireland sank, costing 133 officers and soldiers. The report highlights global fraternal unity and colorful international contingents amid the disaster. First Congregational Sunday School and Church Picnic at Cedar River Park on July 14. special car departs Prospect at 4:00 a.m. bring basket lunch.
Mrs. Josephine Israel widow of the late Max Israel died in Chicago after years in Cedar Falls where she lived with hospitality on Main Street. She had returned to Cedar Falls last month, then went back to Chicago two weeks ago. Survived by son Harry N. Israel and daughters Mrs. Samuel Dryer and Mrs. Edward Fenberg. Also brother Samuel Netter and sister Mrs. Achuler. Funeral arrangements not learned.
A city protest over this year's paying assessments grows as litigation looms. Notices from the city clerk demand waivers from property owners abutting newly paved streets or face the full amount. Intersections drive most costs with a pooled pro rata share. Fifth Street, Bayard, Denver, and Baltimore blocks total 771?2.83 dollars with 1.45 per linear foot assessments. Owners farther from direct benefit must pay the same share.
E C Mahon announces a $500000 nationwide effort by the International Bible Students Association to stage The Story of Creation in 48 cities. Waterloo's Waterlo o theatre hosts daily 3 pm and 8 pm showings for 15 days with free admission, aimed at deepening religious belief across denominations.
An inspector from a casualty company lauded the waterworks office pumping plant deep well machinery and sanitary conditions with no criticisms. Cedar River park artesian well No 4 foundation work was authorized and a discount was set for July August water use. A Randall street block main was ordered and Chautauqua park residents protested mufflered motorboats disturbing sleep. Ed Chapman named river patrolman will enforce muffler state law violations.
Miss Sarah Annibal was feted at a surprise party last evening south of the city for her birthday. Twelve couples attended and entertainment included music and games. A silver mesh bag was given to the guest of honor.
A seven year old, Leonard Bran, procured his father's revolver and fired at Al Pierce, missing by inches. the bullet lodged in a door casing as police considered arrests. The Waterloo market featured red raspberries from M. Tournier, autumn crop notes, potato price drop to 30 cents, urn parsnips by H. E. Frost, poultry and dairy offerings, crowded streets, and Marketmaster Jon Reed back on duty. Lorraine Howard found guilty of larceny at Justice Knapp's court, fined and costs.
Mrs Lucas of Jefferson Street accuses Mrs Howard of taking property from Mrs Lusis while staying at the Lucas home. The case centers on alleged thefts during residence at the Lucas household.
Charles H. Moyer head of the Western Federation of Miners fled Union Hall in Butte Montana during a min ers faction struggle. One man was killed and two wounded as bombs were thrown, believed aimed at Moyer, amid a federation dispute over assessments for miners at Calumet Michigan.
City in brief reports on eye glass adjustments, local travel plans, and guests visiting in Waterloo. Notes include Charles Busalar's vacation through Colorado, Dr. W H Bickley’s return from Regina, Marguerite Ladage visiting Grundy Center, and multiple residents’ weekend trips and hospital updates. Legal suit filed for 711.46 dollars over promissory matter. A Wortham show review highlights Cedar Walls carnival. Several social visits and committee notices, plus minor court fines for traffic offenses.
Elks lodge members have leased Blecq Park dancing pavilion for an Elks only party Friday night July 24. Music by Myers Orchestra. Dance begins 7:30 p.m. and runs to 11:30 p.m. A possible series of dances may follow. First Congregational Sunday School and Church Picnic departs Prospect at 9:30 a.m. Bring basket lunch.
Miss Josephine Schiel and Mr and Mrs Charles Caillius with their son Charles Jr depart at five this morning in the Sehiel automobile bound for Yellowstone park. Miss Schiel manages the trip and plans several interesting stops along the route.
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