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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1924

Page

14

Would-Be Slayer of Wife Dies from Elf Wounds

John E. Burton died at St Francis hospital from head wounds after he shot at his wife at their Lafayette Street home and then killed himself. Mrs Burton, wounded, improved at the same hospital. Burton fired two bullets at his head in a likely case of domestic trouble, with unemployment cited as a factor. The body was taken to O Keefe and Towne funeral home as burial plans were prepared.

John E. Burton St. Francis Hospital Hs Witn Sy John BE. Burton Burton I Burton O'Keefe & Towne Todey Treely Bur- Ton

Medical profits and fair pricing for medical discoveries

The text argues against excessive profits by Belgian firms controlling new deposits, urging fair treatment and lower prices for radium so its benefits reach many. It recalls that discoverers are remembered for refusing to profit from others’ misfortune.

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Waterloo People Meet Old Friends On Long Trail

Motor trip from Little Boy lake to Dr N H Hough s home brings Waterloo locals together with former residents and visitors. The party recalls past ties with Waterloo as they describe river, farm life, and local names while crossing muddy Mitchell County roads. The group reports 412 miles traveled and notes regional roadside improvements needed along the Red Bull route.

Gue Birney Allen George B. Rowell Fred Weiland Little Boy Lake N. H. Hough Wabedo Elks Waterloo Mr. Shores Ans- Raar Anderson Linotype Pine River The Sentinel Wl. Frame Watertti Tough Hough W. J. Woolley Little Boy Rowell-Alen-Wearland St. Ansgar Mitchell County Red Hall Parly Toda Minnes J. EB. Ferguson Little Bar Avco

Rich Radium Mines Found in Belgium

A New York dated June 10 report discusses rich radium ore discoveries in the Belgian Congo near two deposits with ore grades up to 87 percent uranium oxide. It notes the ore yields about four and a half grams of radium per ton and compares global production costs and plant efficiencies, highlighting price impacts on cancer treatment affordability. The piece mentions industrial attention and a marriage license notice amid the ongoing radium market shifts.

New York Belgian Congo Tindustrial American Chemical Society America Covernipent Denver Mino Stanley DR

Gribben Named Iowa Farm Bureau Secretary Measurer

Dallas county farmer Ray Gribben was named yesterday as secretary measurer of the Iowa Farm Bureau federation to replace C. W. Ham who resigned to join the federal trade commission. Gribben previously served on the federation's executive committee representing the Seventh Congressional district and began his duties today. Hunt plans to go to Washington later this week to begin service on the trade commission.

Des Moines Ray Jy. Gribben Dallas County Iowa Farm Bureau Federation C. W. Ham Federal Trade Commission Gribben Hunt Washington Trade Commission

Slayers Arraigned for Murder of Franks Boy

Richard Loeb and Nathan Leopold, Chicago millionaires, are arraigned for the murder of 13 year old Robert Franks. The captors confess the crime and appear in a formal suit as Leopold sits nearby with his mother present.

Franks Richard Loeb Chicago Weiedlen Nathan Leopold Fir Nilionaire Loeb Robert Franks Rar Suit Fem Leopold Amb

Westminster Church Vacation Bible School Enrolls 68 to 78

Westminster Presbyterian church daily vacation bible school opened with 68 children under 12. Attendance rose to 78, boosting sponsor enthusiasm. J Hiram Darling leads as superintendent overseeing classes and boys mental training. Mrs Purmott heads junior department. Dorothy Lumry directs primary work. Pearl Hartcherp oversees kindergartners. Sessions begin at 8:45 each morning.

Westminster Presbyterian Church J. Hiram Darling Lcott C. Purmott M Dorothy Lumry Pearl Hartherp

Bible School Opens With Seventy Three Pupils

A Bible school at First Presbyterian Church opened Monday with 73 pupils enrolled. Bible classes and handicraft work are open to all children regardless of church affiliation. New Telegraph Operator G Bayan, from Lewis Ky, starts at Lamson Bros. Co. in the Marsh Place Building.

First Presh Church NEW Telegraph Opirat IE G. Bayan Lewis Ky Lamson Bros. & Co Stark Exchange Marsh Place Buisding

Grundy County Farmer Dies of Paralysis

Grundy Center June 10. Ip Special Ben Min, a farmer, died Saturday evening from a paralysis stroke while seated at Nil’s home north of town. Survived by his widow and several children living within a ten mile radius.

Troops 1 and 8 Tie for First in Scout Field Meet

Scout field meet results show Troop 1 and Troop 8 tying for first place with several teams close behind. Reports mention team reviews, throwing events, water bolting activities, and noted participants from Troop 2 and others as the event concluded at a local park yesterday.

Aly Beanie Park Bewin Beater Kate Wiavert

Local Sports Roundup Teases Confused Results

Fragmentary scores and names hint at a match day with unclear team labels. Mentions of first and second place rewards and points suggest a competitive event, but many names and terms are garbled, leaving the exact participants and outcomes uncertain.

Summer Temperature Readouts Across Prospect

Cloudy conditions prevailed as Prospect recorded higher temperatures yesterday with forecasts predicting continued warmth. Local observers noted a modest rise in afternoon highs while air remains humid, with residents bracing for similar conditions today.

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