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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1924

Page

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Vermont Delegates Rally Behind Coolidge Song At Convention

Vermont delegates at Plymouth plan to sing Keep Cool and Keep Coolidge as they head to the Cleveland convention. They distributed wooden fans printed with the song and formed a glee club to introduce it to delegates, hoping it becomes the official convention song.

Cleveland Brown Finecks Udy Cooldge Vermont aTry Coolide Lali Carey U.S Calvin Coolidge Coolidge White House Cooiidge Plymouth Col John T. Adams Ensee

Proposed $75,000 school bond defeated by one vote

State Briefs report a new election to decide the proposed 75000 bond for a new school after a one vote defeat. Bedford: James Lucas wins Republican county attorney nomination while only one Democrat voted. Sidney: old institution ends service as the evening Burling ton train is dropped after 50 years. Davenport: Lincoln Highway Tours Transport to run regular bus service between Davenport Aubuque Cedar Rapids at 4000 cost. Burling ton: Fred B Unterkircher former undertaker dies at 67 after premature death.

Jane Heck Bedford James Lucas Nemina Jioy Demberstiv Woter R. ¥. Lucas Oelwelh Hegister Sidney Burlington Davenport Tavenport Auhuque Cedar Rapids Lincoln Highway Tours & Transportation Burtington Fred B. Unterkirch Murer Termi

Obituary notices and funerals in a local paper snippet

Mortwary Warner aged 38, obituary and survivors listed with Meeks and Ber families. Multiple deceased notes include Alma, Anglewood Ave, and Elmwood grave service for Alfred S. McMillan child. funeral postponed Trinity American Tibetan Brotherhood meeting announced. Provisional names and addresses reflect a late nineteenth century style.

Anne WV. McMillan Janu Vir Fina An Mes Alfred McMillan Nor- Mier Street Elmwood

Vice Presidential contest muddled with Lowden out

Long report notes factional maneuvering around the Republican ticket, with Lowden out and a high level conference among leaders like Slemp and Butler. It covers platform talks, diversity of views on immigration and labor, and South Dakota and Wisconsin delegates’ actions as preparations move toward the convention.

Lowden

Red Cross Delegates From Here Attend Lake Irenevie Institute

A delegation from this area will attend a Red Cross water safety institute at Lake Irenevie Wisconsin from June 15 to 23. Mrs HL Chapman Mrs C2 Rudolph Mrs M H Cook and Mrs J G Londerean will represent the group. The American Red Cross promotes first aid and life saving instruction with leading authorities. Mrs G W Worthen, life service chairwoman, says the institute is open to all, offering courses for beginners to water safety instructors.

Waitriog Red Cross Zatery Gnstate Lake Irenevie Wis Chapman Rudolph M. H. Cook J. G. Londerean American Red Cross AD Peraene Mra. G. W. Worthen Local Life Service

Estranged Husband Wounds Wife and Then Shoots Self

A man, Burton, wounded his wife and then shot himself after a dispute about a divorce and child custody. Relatives and witnesses, including a streetcar motorman and two women, observed the shooting. Attorneys for both sides prepared for possible prosecution if Burton recovers, and the incident followed threats and premonitions noted by family.

Nehlsen to Leave Greater Waterloo Open Green Tearoom

Fred C. Nehlsen, longtime Greater Waterloo association dining room head, announces reopening of Krelz Café on Commercial street around Aug 1. He resigns July 1 and the dining room closes July and August. The new Green Tearoom will feature remodeling and redecoration with his wife assisting in management.

Nehlsen Greater Waterloo Fred C. Nehlsen Greater Waterloo Association West Club Krelz ¢Afeé Hel

East High Senior Play Packed House Tonight

East High presents the three act comedy Three Wise Fools in the school auditorium at 8715 tonight. Tickets have sold heavily with likely standing room only for late patrons. Central roles are played by Wil Hang Mann Darvery Daley and Curtis Snyder with Dorothy Johnson and Hernard Larsen in leading parts.

East High M. Todal Wil- Hang Mann Iarvery Daley Curtis Snyder Dorothy Johnson Hernard Larsen

Governor Smith backs state light wine laws and liquor power

Gov Alfred E Smith favors allowing states to permit light wines and beers with a science based maximum on alcohol content set by states, while strengthening federal interstate commerce and import rules. He calls saloons gone for good and criticizes prohibition critics including the Ku Klux Klan.

New York Alfred EF. Smith Gay Smith Ku Klux Klan Ife

Notes on two confessions link up evidence in murder case

Chicago report details Richard Loch and Leopold’s confession notes read to each other while officials guard them. Crowe aims to use the notes to prove sanity, with contradictions and timing entries cited as key elements in the impending trial for Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb.

Associated Press Chicago Richard Loch Nathan Leopold Robert Franks Leopold Loeb Robert B. Crowe Crowe Loch Jackson

Rule of Republican Party Is Given Coolidge

The piece discusses a political shift with Coolidge in sole command as party leaders push Hoover as vice president yet fear his reluctance. Hoover’s four-year party backing creates pressure for a draft, while Coolidge’s control prompts a late, flexible nominating process during balloting.

Coolidge Hoover Lowdon dAnother Republic N.Y

Trio Arrested for Fight After Wreck of Three Autos

Three men from Cedar Heights were charged with assault after a wreck involving cars driven by Russell Makinster and James led to a confrontation. Weber Gustafson and Thompson allegedly crashed into the stalled vehicles, sparking a fight that left Ivan James severely beaten.

Aga R.A. Weber C.L. Gustafson TH. F. Thompson Ivan ©. James Cedar Heights Russell Makinster Jefferson

Boy 17 Confesses Firing Shot That Could Blind Brother

John McCarthy 17 confesses firing a blank cartridge revolver at his brother William 11 after a daytime fight. He aimed from behind a fence near 92 Cascaden Avenue and fled, staying in a garage overnight. The weapon was mailed to him for $1. Prosecutorial action to be decided by relatives.

John McCarthy William McCarthy Ralph Davis Wiliam Cascaden Avenue B. N. McCall

Roads to Receive Gravel Surfacing by County Board

Moe and Nelson were awarded the contract to apply maintenance gravel on Logan Avenue from the city limits to the Bremer county line and on two miles of the county road east from Hudson. Their bid is 38 cents per square yard with 8 cents for overhaul. The roads have been in poor condition after winter and require more gravel to improve travel.

Moe & Nelson Today Logan Avenue Bremer County Hudson

Arm Injury Patient Improves After Accident

Liman Rosa, a young man injured when his arm was severed at Pionser Manufacturing Saturday morning, is slightly better today as hospital staff report he rests easier though still in critical condition. The shock and severe blood loss were noted, with danger of relapse. The article also notes a city council vote on thru traffic and a resolution of necessity for resurfacing to be considered at tonight's semimonthly meeting.

Hic Ilagun Froabie Burton Mra. Shepard Liman Rosa Pionser Manufacturing Company Roosa George W. Norris Nebraska Dalver James Couzens Michigan Internal Revenue David I. Reed Pennsylvania Veterana’ Bureau Charles R. Forbes Tasker L. Oddie Smith W. Brookhart Iowa Department of Justice R. B. Howell William E. Borah Senate Robert M. LaFoyette Teapot Dome Naval

Lowden Declines Vice Presidential Bid to Aid Farmers

Former Illinois governor Frank C. Lowden says he will not accept the Republican vice presidency so he can focus on farming. He cites three farmer organizations he leads and urges agriculture to be organized for progress in the modern economy. Lowden heads the Holstein Breeders' association and the American Dairy Federation, the world's largest livestock group.

Br United Press Oregon Ill Frank C. Lowden Mii- Neis Coolidge Lowden Lowden i Holstein Breeders’ Association American Dairy Federation Worl

La Follette Boms: Proposes GOP resolutions on Daugherty Fair

United Press report from Cleveland on June 9 states Senator Robert M. La Follette challenges the Republican convention to condemn former Attorney General Harry M. Daugherty and ex-Secretary Albert B. Fair, urges resolutions praising reform-minded senators, and calls for a July special session to address the soldier bonus and agricultural relief.

United Presa Culeveland Robert Mf. LaFollette National Republican Convention Harry M. Daugherty Interior Albert B. Fair Republic Wisconsin Alegation Congress John J. Blaine Wisconsin Daugherty LaFoyette Howell-Barkley Senate Publc Republican Party

YWCA Fund Drive Nears Its Close With $57253 Reported

Pledges total $57,253 to the C A building fund drive as of today with one day remaining. Saturday noon results show $3,503 signed including $900 in Special Bute. Campaign aims for $126,000 while divisions led by W P Hoxie posted $1,058 for the day and Mrs C H Abbs captains top team with $440.

C. A Canigdina Bute W. P. Hoxie Fred D. Adams Adams R. B. Waite Edmund Rausch C. H. Abbs John Hanson W. W. Lytle A. S. Weishrar Witolpwig OC. Sweetman A A. Lohner A. B. Curran Mes. T. A McManus Walter PB Jensen Byington

Youthful Lovers Die After Cold June Rain in Davenport Escape

Cedar Rapids reports a youthful romance ending tragically as Tomlinson and Frank Eff, both 16, left Davenport with groceries for a proposed marriage. They sought a license in Marion but were refused due to age. After two nights in Hills Park they returned home as rain and cold worsened. Davenport police had hunted for the pair.

Cedar Rapides Davenport Tomlinson Frank River City Trl Hills Park Marion Park Tom Tinson Thames Davenport

Guan to Speak at Orange Bureau Meeting on Co operative Marketing

R M Guan of Eagle township will address the Farm Bureau Orange Consolidated School at p m Wednesday. He will discuss cooperative marketing. County agent A A Burger and home demonstration agent Miss Elizabeth Hudson will attend and the latter will speak to bureau women.

Orange Township R. M. Guan Eagle Township Farm Bureau Orange Consolidated School A. A. Burger Elizabeth Hudson Bureau

Company 8 takes over recruiting tent in Lincoln Park

Co. B and Co. D of the national guard will operate the Lincoln Park recruiting tent for the rest of the week. Sergt. FP Wing and Corp. Charles Dawson will run rifle and automatic rifle demonstrations. Capt. Clyde Davin noted 8000 rifle and 10000 pistol rounds on hand. The four day encampment at Casebeer Heights was a success with a large crowd and a mock battle demonstration.

Clyde Davin Threshlad Ding Manual of Arms Co. B Casebeer Heights Davia

Fuel Conservation Meeting By Illinois Central Officials

Illinois Central engineers firemen and other train crews working in and out of Watering will attend a Thursday meeting at the Railroad Y M C A. Wise traveling engineer and Brown trainmaster will lead with Minnesota division officials present. The discussion will cover best methods for fuel economy and preventing waste as fuel is the railroad’s largest expense.

Illinois Central Railroad Y. M. CO W. G. Wise HH. G. Brown Minnesota Brown

Arbuckle and Senneff Plan European Motorcycle Tour

Myron Arbuckle son of Mr and Mrs J W Arbuckle and Jom Senneff Mason City both students at the State University of Town left last week by auto to New York There they will board a ship for Europe Their plan is to tour Great Britain and the continent by motorcycle and sidecar This sight seeing tour and vacation will continue through the summer On their return in early autumn they will drive home in their car from New York.

Myron Arbuckle J. W. Arbuckle Jom. Senneff Mason City State University of Town New York Europe Great Britain

Legion Still Has Supply of Flags

Shenandoah veterans organization reports flags and staffs available at American Legion headquarters. Karl V. West adjutant says arrangements for delivery and installation. deadlines set for June 14. Roland G. Taylor of 928 Second Street West is notified of promotion to major in the Officers' Reserve Corps after recent Washington communication following his local exam.

American Legion Karl V. West West B. L. Rohlf Roland Tayler Roland G. Taylor Second Street West Washington

Fire alarms as family leaves stove prompts smoke damage

A stove left with prunes on it caused a fire at 11 46 p m Saturday at 168 Argyle Street. Patrick Borothy family attended church when the blaze started. Fire department responded promptly. A humorous ad for Herman C Miller appears with contact.

A. Pan Patrick Borothy Argyle Street

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