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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1919
Page
3
Tonight gatherings include Daughters of Isabella K of C and W C club led by Mrs. Gleason while Sisterhood of U B Church hosts Mrs. Susan George and St Francia circle with Mrs. Frank Phillips involved in plans for the evening.
Grinnell college seniors selected war memorial scholarships as the class gift to honor three 1919 graduates who died serving in the military. Warne Kauffman, Karl McGlothren, and Harold Rayburn are the dedicatees, with the endowment linked to the loyalty fund being organized locally.
The clippings offer fashion and grooming advice for women, including a homemade blackhead cleansing powder recipe, facial care steps, and diet cautions. They note fashion guidance for tall figures, hair styling tips, and a string of social notices about weddings, birthdays, club events, and church activities.
A speaker recalls a daughter delaying a trip to care for an aging mother. The mother urged living fully now, not waiting for her death. The tale contrasts implied neglect with a humane, balanced approach, then notes a separate public health item. Leonard Glass, 509 Jefferson Street, moved to detention hospital for a mild smallpox case.
Building permits filed for Altstadt and Langlas Bakery at 1428 Mulberry for a bakery addition valued at 10,000 dollars. Applications also include Mrs Mildred Ratibelle at 1616 Park Road for a garage and avenue heating plant enhancements. Additional permits listed include Leene at 443 Reed Street for a residence with heating plant and others such as Anwel Tan Street heating installations and Gus Hudjmmanskis at 176 Lup-Wabrtatte for unspecified works.
The Janesville Press, adjudicated bankrupt, held its first creditor meeting in referee C. Lamb's office. Liabilities total $26,373.03 with assets of $24,348.17. Secured claims amount to $12,455, unsecured $12,967.56, and wages owed $714.47. Major secured debts include Mergenthaler Linotype and local presses. assets show $20,010.59 in machinery and $700 in liberty bonds.
Seven Mason City police officers quit last night after returning their badges and gear. They say a June 1 salary raise promise was made but not kept.
Turkish peace mission headed by Damad Ferid Pasha met the Council of Ten in an informal secret session. Ottomans appeared as experts to present the Turkish position, the hour long meeting ending with their departure under guard from a separate door at Yaucross.
Washington June 17 amendment to the war risk insurance act to permit payment of insurance to dependents of men who died in service between induction and examination. Nelson proposes change to ensure survivors receive benefits despite timing of death.
Army physicians at mobilization day advocate action urged in the House by Representative Nelson. Re cape (Republican) from Wisconsin supports swift measures as the chamber debates national readiness and medical assurances.
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