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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1922
Page
8
Washington correspondent Mark Sullivan analyzes primary results and shifts in Republican thinking. Beveridge, Brookhart, and others show distinct paths. Beveridge may symbolize a modern business-minded GOP, moving beyond McKinley era protectionism toward a broader national economy perspective.
The notice urges home delivery by 5 30 each day and instructs readers to call 8830 if the paper is late. If the carrier is at fault or delivery is missed, a copy will be sent. Calls to the office must arrive before 6 30 p m.
Washington D C July 15 the Antisaloon League will scrutinize Canada's proposal to revise the century old naval armaments pact for the Great Lakes to ensure the United States rum defense remains unhampered. Wayne B Wheeler general counsel said the league will investigate to prevent any weakening of measures against bootleggers.
Minneapolis July 15. George McKeen, 68, died after hiccups persisted for six days and nights. He suffered hiccoughs for 144 hours before passing away.
About 1,200 Burlington shop craft strikers were paid their usual two weeks’ pay as they filed into the road’s pay car. The men received their checks quietly with no laughter or repartee. No new workers were added in the Burlington roundhouse or shops, while 13 Chicago-bound workers left for Ottumwa Creston and Council Bluffs. Police and U S marshals investigate reports of threats to workers’ homes.
Washington July 14 Henry Ford's offer to develop the Muscle Shoals projects was rejected by the Senate Agriculture Committee with a 9 to 1 vote. Pro-Ford backers included Norris Page McNary Capper Ladd Smith Ransdall Kendrick Harrison Heflin Caraway. Other government and private options were also rejected without record votes.
Paris reports Germany paid the 50 million gold marks indemnity due today in gold at the Reichskanzlei. Germany had signaled willingness to shield its finances if the payment was made, but French representatives insisted the sum be settled regardless of consequences.
Washington reports show a sharp summer drop in tourist travel due to coal and rail strikes. Railroad executives note previously heavy travel was curbed by curtailed trains and fears trains may become unsafe, prompting thousands to postpone vacations.
Reports from Cremona say 24 hours of fighting between Fascisti and Socialists left many wounded. Several buildings were set ablaze and regular troops were dispatched to restore order. The clashes occurred amid tense conditions in the Italian city.
Morristown Nova Scotia reports 15 year old Francis Kluxen was shot today after a jury acquitted him of the murder of 11 year old Janelle Lawrence. The trial hinged on disputed evidence and the case drew local attention. Morristown police declined further comment.
Weather outlook for the week beginning Monday covers the upper Mississippi and Missouri Valleys. Generally fair with temperatures near or somewhat above normal. Widely scattered thunder showers likely in the region.
U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau bulletin from Charles City Iowa on July 15 1922 lists towns including Albert Lea Algona Charles City Cedar Rapids Davenport Des Moines Dubuque Faribault La Crosse Mason City Marshalltown New Hampton Postville Waterloo and Waverly January rainfall totals show high moisture in Charles City with roads muddy. Reports of rain from other Iowa points indicate generally fair conditions tonight and Sunday with cooler temperatures in the northwest tonight.
In Los Angeles and Tucson reports, Mrs. A L Phillips faces charges of beating Alberta Meadows to death with a hammer. Eyewitness Mrs. Peggy Coffee reenacts the crime for police, detailing how the alleged love rival lured Meadows to a remote spot. Phillips, claimed to be involved with Meadows' rival, remains calm in custody as investigators pursue a formal inquest set for Monday.
Des Moines report quotes Carl Sturgess of an Iowa aviation company claiming twenty four hour mobilization could deliver mail statewide by air. He says forty planes could be ready with rapid Des Moines centralization, Chicago origin mail routed to zone centers, then by truck to nearby towns. Two hour flights to major cities and two daily trips from Des Moines are envisioned.
The Kokumin newspaper in Tokyo calls for Japan to build a large submarine fleet and strong air power. It argues victories in future wars depend on submarines, airplanes, and poison gas, noting Japan’s navy is only three-fifths the size of the U.S. and compares Japan’s situation to Germany at the start of World War I.
A messenger from Edmonds Shoe company with three armed guards was held up near the plant in Milwaukee. Bandits in an automobile relieved them of payroll funds amounting to $12,060 drawn from a local bank this forenoon.
Washington July 15 Examinations for Capt Henry J Zeigmeyer U S N named by the navy selection board for promotion to rear admiral have been dispatched to the commander of the Pacific fleet according to navy department officials
Willard Bing age 22 and Willis Turis age 17 are jailed for stealing two violins from B. Goss at 216 Lincoln Street. A rare Guadagnini valued at $1000 was pawned in Chicago for $20 with an agreement to pay $100 if sold. The theft aimed to fund a Chicago trip, with associates Ray Gaskins George Shepherd Rex Chambers and Lester Green arrested as accessories. Police traced the pawns and recovered a watch and pawn ticket.
Trenton New Jersey July 13 Details of the marriage of George J Gould leading member of the New York family and Mrs Sinclaire emerged from licenses on file in the bureau of vital statistics The wedding stirred Paris interest but was performed before the couple left New York Mrs Sinclaire a Broadway show performer aged 29 named Geneve Jeanne Sinclaire father Alexander Campbell Sinclaire of Dakota mother Letitia F Moell Atkins Gould 38 a banker and two marriages listed for him
United States ambassador to Germany at the war’s start, Gerard, after a Europe visit, did not enter Germany due to fear of an assassin’s bullets, choosing to stay out of the country.
Authorities say Charles Comstock, 26, a laundry truck driver from St. Paul, shot his wife and killed himself after a long separation. The bodies were found in a car near Minnetonka Mills after a reported sighting of the vehicle on a deserted road. Mrs. Comstock had left him over property and their 4 year old daughter.
News reports from Washington and Chicago describe railroad leaders and Gov. Harding seeking to reopen shops with nonunion workers. Key issues include restoration of seniority for strikers and other privileges, with talks proceeding despite fundamental obstacles. Disorders flare in the south and southwest as authorities mobilize troops and deputies to protect property and maintain order.
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