Two Men Held in Hewitt Station Robbery Case
Iowa City police today ordered two men held for Black Hawk county on a July 7 robbery at the W. L. Hewitt filling station east of Dewar on Grant highway. Jake Miller and T. R. Johnson, reportedly linked to punchboard schemes, were arrested after complaints by merchants who lost funds on punchboards. The men, driving two cars with Indiana and Illinois plates, allegedly displayed a gun and forced Hewitt to surrender $60. County officials seek warrants. Hewitt may identify suspects in Iowa City.
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Iowa City
Black Hawk County
W. L. Hewitt
Dewar
Grant Highway
W. F. Dilworth
Johnson County
Hewitt Station
Jake Miller
T. R. Johnson
Hewitt
F. E. Hewitt
F. W. Bingaman
Prosperity Investment Company
Dewar Corner
Bellmer Brothers
Indiana
Illinois
West Liberty
Iowa
Joe Rinella
D. Teeters
F. W. Edwards
J. R. Jones
General Delivery
Waterloo
Census Tabulation for West Schools Shows Slight Gain
The west independent Waterloo district reports 4 739 school age children 6 to 21 with 2 363 boys and 2 376 girls in the 1928 census prepared by Charles L Hoffman The city totals 11 229 school age persons with a 362 year over year rise The west district notes 2 863 compulsory age children 7 to 15 1 431 boys 1 432 girls and counts 5 985 persons 1 to 21 with 2 921 boys 2 954 girls.
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West Independent
Waterloo
Charles L. Hoffman
East
West District
Four Questions Asked and Answered Can I Have a Fur Coat
A reader seeks guidance on affordability style and practicality for obtaining a fur coat next winter. An expert clarifies cost considerations maintenance warmth and fashion fit to help decide on a purchase.
Fur Market in Distress
Dealers and manufacturers rush to liquidate high class fur stock as market conditions force lower prices. The Miller-Wohl Co. leverages cash and outlet power to buy and offer bargains. In New York City they have accumulated and stored many fur coats, now part of a widespread sale strategy to attract thrifty buyers.
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Miller-Wohl Co
Miller- Wohl Go
New York City
Big Fur Coat Sale Opens Tomorrow at Miller-Wohl's
A city wide sale of fur coats starts tomorrow at Miller-Wohl's with remarkable values. A small $5 deposit will hold selected coats, allowing shoppers to preview untouched assortments. The promotion promises significant savings and urges early attendance to maximize choice and benefits.
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Miller-Wohl
Miller-Wohl's
Lay Away Plan Offered by Miller Wohl Co Fur Shop
The Miller Wohl Co promotes a lay away plan for fur coats with as little as three dollars down and small weekly deposits. The scheme promises winter ownership without cash in advance, touting savings, storage, and happiness while urging early attendance at a forthcoming sale.
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Miler- Wohl Co
Miller-Wohl Co
No Hurry to Pay Fur Coat Sale Opens Winter Warmth
A summer long layaway offer lets buyers choose fur coats now with deposits as low as five dollars. Pay little each week and have the coat stored until delivery when snow arrives. The plan promises no missed payments and big savings from the big sale.
Smart Styles and High Quality Coats at Low Prices
Read about garments designed for high prices with distinct features. The copy promises early savings with skilled workmanship, notable details like queen anne collars and stand-up collars, and claims master farriers inspected them. Buyers are urged to act, implying exceptional value and quality.
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