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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1926
Page
9
Community notes highlight farmer Carl Magee charged with manslaughter in the fatal clash with political foe former Judge David J. Leahy. Trial slowed by translation needs as 10 jurors rely on interpreter while two speak English.
Washington observers urge GOP nominee to withdraw as Pennsylvania spending in the primary draws scrutiny to farm relief politics. The case recalls Newberry precedent and suggests Ware may not keep his seat. Analysts cite Joseph Grundy of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' association admitting large campaign funds in support of a governor candidate.
The Magee case, Albuquerque editor charged with Lasseter slaying, moved in district court in Las Vegas with 10 jurors aided by a Spanish interpreter. Twenty one witnesses awaited the prosecution as the trial opened.
French forces stormed Rankous heights near Damascus, killing many rebels and surrounding the stronghold. Reports say more than 100 rebels fell and surrounding villages prepared to submit as Damascus endured shelling. Druse tribesmen face pressure under French mandate authority.
Dunkerton, Iowa June 16 burglars armed with a shopping list forced entry through a rear window of Claude Lamh’s general merchandise store and stole silks neckties overalls silk hosiery boys’ shirts and handkerchiefs. No clues reported.
Chicago quieted as society figures learned that Mrs Mary Armstrong Vilas formerly Mary Armstrong of Baltimore hanged herself with silk stockings in a closet at her coastal home. Despondency and illness were blamed. a maid found her late yesterday.
Eleven high Catholic church dignitaries from Australia led by Archbishop Daniel J. Mannion arrived in San Francisco aboard the Sonoma to attend the Catholic Eucharistic congress in Chicago opening June 20. They were received by church and civic officials during a formal welcome yesterday.
The Premont county state representative race ends with Shenandoah farmer A. L. Latimer declared the nominee by 12 votes after a recount. Initial tallies had opponent Raymond Hoyne, Tamburg attorney, as winner.
Washington June 16 Representatives from Michigan Wisconsin and Ohio attacked the Chicago river water diversion tied to the Illinois River project now before the Senate commerce committee. They accused Chicago of using the plan to divert Great Lakes water for electric power and sewage, claiming it harms other cities and ships.
Paris reports President Doumergue aims to form a cabinet to repair the bankrupt French treasury with Briand proposing Herriot for justice and potentially Poincare or Tardieu as finance minister. Rumors circulate of a strong government, possible parliament dissolution, and a move toward a national union cabinet.
Frank Whippie 18 and George Whippie 16 of Shellsburg were injured when their car went off a bridge into a creek near Shellsburg. Frank suffered a possible skull fracture and coma. George had facial cuts and bruises. Authorities cited blinding headlights as the cause.
Iowa contracts and construction activity rose in May 1928 with total awards of 7,142,800 dollars, per F W Dodge figures. The May total beat April 1926 by 74 percent and May 1927 by 12 percent. For the first five months of 1928, new construction starts reached about 19.23 million dollars.
Weston Mass June 18 A fire destroyed a hangar at the Weston Flying field and razed four completed airplanes with the rest being assembled. The plant was the state’s largest of its kind and valued at about 100000.
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 5 80 weloek. If the carrier fails to deliver by that time due to Hoy or other cause, a copy of the paper will be sent. Phone calls must be avoided this office before ato po m.
Prominent delegates gather as Hawkeye Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Iowa and jurisdiction begin their fourth annual convention. William Haughton to preside as master of ceremonies with Mayor Glenn A. Tihbits delivering the welcome. The evening features addresses, responses, and musical numbers as ceremonies continue through Friday.
In Jacksonville Florida a 15 year old Claude Brown was charged with fatally shooting his father F A Brown a carpenter after claiming he acted to save his mother from being choked. He was paroled to police custody with orders not to jail. The father died en route to hospital.
In Shenandoah Iowa six youths were hurt when a car went off Watthousie trail into a 20 foot water ditch near Sidney. Paul Snyder 9 drowned. Thelma Neneman 18 driver fractured both arms and four ribs. Ted Nene man 4 suffered a broken thigh and skull injury. Wanda Nene Man 16 cuts. Earnest Neweman Jr 9 broken arm. Marriet Watson severed lip.
Marshalltown, June 164 AP Olta Greating 57 a farmer southeast of this city ended his life late yesterday at a local hospital by shooting. He arose after the nurse stepped out and retrieved a revolver from his coat. Death was instantaneous with influenza listed as the cause. He leaves a widow.
Judge Frederick DP Walther of Cleveland Ohio was elected grand monarch of the supreme council Mystic Order Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Beaus. The selection took place in St Louis Missouri on July 16 AP report.
Washington hearing reveals Joseph N. Mackrell says he was assured no penalty for backing the Ware-Beidleman organization as the Mellon faction seeks accord after threats of political reprisals in the Pennsylvania senatorial primary. Mackrell testified about cash contributions and a mysterious telephone call to Albert Cooper.
Tokyo reports the Japanese destroyer Urakaze will attempt today to rescue about 120 crew from the British freighter City of Naples, which ran aground near Myake Island off the Izu peninsula as a storm subsided. About 50 crew members were seen near Western. The freighter's crew is listed as 61.
Trenton November 16 reports early returns show dry candidates victorious in New Jersey's primary. In the Sixth district Republican race Congressman Randolph Perkins leads challenger B Duncan McClare by over 1200 votes for the nomination.
Des Moines reports at least six men named for appointment as the third federal judge for the Southern district of Iowa. Named include Judge Jesse A. Miller of Des Moines and cousins former Judge William B. Miller, also of Des Moines, along with Judge Lester L. Thompson of Des Moines, Judge Charles A. Dewey of Washington, Judge Homer A. Fuller of Mount Ayr, and Frank F. Dunshee of Des Moines.
The Senate adopted the Geneen resolution declaring Senator Thomas Schall Republican duly elected from Minnesota. The Judiciary Committee had recommended dropping the contest filed by ex-Senator Magnus Johnson after a unanimous reversal.
Official county canvass found no change in votes for county attorney from unofficial returns. Ed Refshange, chair of the board of supervisors, reported noon completion with F W Edwards still leading Burr, Townes, Cook, Pelison and Birdsall. Cummins gained 100 votes. other results largely unchanged.
Bishop Patrick Barry of Augustine Florida will attend the Eucharistic congress in Chicago and reunite with 12 siblings coming from across the United States and Ireland. A hall is arranged for Sunday afternoon family reunion with other relatives expected.
Delegates at the 34th annual convention of the Society for the Promotion of Engineering Education discuss three years of investigations. More than 350 delegates attend as a Georgia delegate reports very bad roads in Georgia and Iowa.
Three members of the bomb squad guarded three Jugoslav bishops who arrived on the steamship Olympic en route to the eucharistic congress in Chicago. Officials feared potential violence by fanatics amid religious tensions in Jugoslavia.
Washington reports Congress likely to adjourn for summer within ten days. Only three bills remain on the Republican program, with the McNary-Haugen farm bill and rivers and harbors measure among items to be acted before adjournment. House leaders fear a deadline clash over appropriations and may face a last minute filibuster in the Senate.
Secretary Mellon's position opposing the equalization fee for farm relief drew sharp replies from Rep Dickinson of Iowa and other lawmakers. Dickinson argued the plan would shift costs to consumers and burden farmers, calling the administration’s stance a threat to agricultural relief and accusing it of masking protectionist aims. He warned the tariff system imposes burdens on farmers while keeping food cheap for urban consumers, with broader political implications noted in Washington.
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