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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1926

Page

2

Widow of Waterloo Pioneer to Be Buried Tuesday

Mrs. Geo R. Crittenden, former Waterloo resident Mrs. Fannie Wyman, died at 1:10 a m in Minneapolis. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Tuesday in Kistner's chapel. Burial in Pua View mausoleum. Mrs. Crittenden, born July 7 1827 in Ohio, widow of George Crittenden, was active in First Baptist church. Surviving: son Frank of Chicago and daughter Caro deceased. The body will arrive in Waterlo o later today and be taken to the funeral home.

Panera Servis Geor Crivendery Victories Fannie Min- Reape Kistner Shu RL WilGtasen First Haptis Pua View Decedamt Whitabeth Corson Dan Miumec Charles Mul Maria Corgan George Re Omon Waterloo Whith Tivy Minneapolis Crittenden First Baptist Church Waverley Wyman

Coolidge Tax Debate Highlights Rising Local Burdens

A 1920s press analysis argues that while federal tax cuts under Coolidge reduced federal spending, state and local taxes rose sharply, increasing overall debt. It cites Lord’s figures: 1921 total government costs at $9.566 billion and 1925 at $11.539 billion, with state and local portions growing by about $4 billion as federal cuts reached $2 billion. The piece warns of heavier local tax burdens and debate over taxation visibility.

United States Lord Coolidge Soci Socal Washington Drudger Melia

Government to Buy Third Liberty Loan Bonds

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate the government plans to purchase Third Liberty Loan bonds. The text mentions banks and an entity Mellon, with references to promoters, connections, and a possible financial mechanism through another bank, but details are unclear.

Birthday customs mark belated celebrations in Waterls area

Residents of Waterls orn in Mebenary observed the month ending without birthday celebrations. Mrs. Mary F. Kranbuehl aged 76 would have turned 29 by her birthday riverances but missed many cards and gifts. Others mentioned include Robert Bighenbaeh 72, and John Witdis 1415 Larayerted street whose first anniversary is noted for Feb 1998.

Waterlsorn Mebenary Beliracsry Levine Mary Kranbuehl Har Wiehter Robert Woo Waite Westen Avenue Cumada Colette Nus Nus! Mores Cards and Gifts Trudy Criendield Robert Bighenbaeh Branklin Street

All Around Athlete and College Profengaged for Scouts

James T Nielsen, assistant pro tor of pathology at Cornell, joins Waterloo Boy Scout Council as a camp staff member for the corn summer camping period opening June 7. Nielsen, a three year Cornell varsity wrestler and track man, holds a life saving medal and is expected to boost camp safety. fee remains 4 dollars for seven days with six periods likely.

James T. Nielsen Cornell Epiléee Mount Vernon Waterloo Starr Ims Lie Joe Court Wenor National Nielsen Cornell College Fio Ames

Ex-Sheriff Morris Dies by Self Inflicted Shot

A coroner's jury in Carlisle, Iowa found former Warren county sheriff C. M. Morris committed suicide. He shot himself in the head on Sunday amid despondency. An auditor's report showed a $148.40 shortage in Morris's books. he had resigned on November 7.

Des Moines Mare Carlisle Laws C. M. Morris Warren Coucdly Indianois Morris

Papers organize to handle advertising in Northwestern Iowa

Newspaper men in Cherokee Iowa organized the United Newspapers of Love on March 1 to enroll a paper in every county and hire an advertising man with Chicago offices to handle large firms. W. C. Jarnagin Storm Lake was named chairman.

Cherokee Northwestern Towa United Newspapers of Love Chicago W. C. Jarnagin Storm Leke

Mrs Allen G Close Dies After Illness in Waterloo

Mrs. Allen G Close 55 of Reinbeck Iowa died yesterday at St Kramers hospital after a complicated illness. Funeral services are set for Tuesday with a family burial in the local cemetery. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs Morrison and Mrs Syt, and several grandchildren.

Mars Allen G Yario “Allen - Ussh Waterlan Renl Methodist Episcopal Chaprch Haver Union Congregational Sharch Waterloo Rachel Wml Mee Syt Morrison Thei Protier Sibert Thos Maines Hind

Troyer and Stevich Testify in Ail Ray Hunbley Case

Mrs. Troyer and her daughter visited the husband at the county jail before his three year Fort Madison penitentiary term for third violation of Hover laws. Troyer heads to the big tease with Warren Duckley and is Haw k county’s first woman to receive a jury term for liquor law coalition. Raymon’dley faces a similar penalty if convicted.

MD .Troyer Fort Madison Troyer Doubbt Warren Duckley Oman Hawk County Liquor Law Coalition Ray Uonedley

Bootlegging case tied to funds at Waterloo pool hall

District court heard testimony in a third offense bootlegging case against Hay Hundley. Witnesses described a February March alcohol purchase at a Dawes farm and a check for 580, endorsed by Hundley and Hughes, cashed in a Waterloo pool hall where Hundley worked. Other witnesses linked Hue to bootlegging and identified the pool hall as the transaction site.

Ed Troyer Fort Madison Raymond Stegich Hay Hundley Melvin /Gardalin Clarion Mupdey Gardalin Hundley Gare Marely Hi Is Trever Ilughes Waterloo Ray Itwade Ley LeWards Troyer Sievieh Lestimour Huadlay Hoth Trindsey

Fragmentary note recounts Handley sighting and local offices

A garbled record cites Handley sightings at the plaza and mentions officials in the county treasurer's office and a clerk, with scattered references to Waterloo Auto Exchange and a winter period. The text is incomplete and fragmented, lacking clear actions or outcomes.

Handley Larry Wees Waterloo Auto Exchange Jeffrey Heal Beckwith

Social Welfare League Adds 40 Cases in Month

February monthly report from Mrs. Pugh shows 40 new nursing cases for the Social Welfare League with 24 discharged and 19 improved. Home visits totaled 40 with most for thirst service, dressings, and treatments. Miss Lorene Standish to relieve Mrs. Pugh next Monday as permanent public health nurse.

Altstadt Denies School Board Candidacy Amid Filing Rush

In a district election with two vacancies, Altstadt rejects being a candidate while confirming papers were due. East board terms end soon with Great Adlaws and Alterudt expected to file late. West board retiree Rohle filed. Osle seeks replacement for Wilson. Brant, club officials, and women’s group push for female candidates.

Hare End Adlaws Cbl Alterudt W. HL Brant al- Stall I. £. Rohle West Board Wo Be Osle CLT Wilson Althe the Wondan's Club Laddy

Two Women Seek Texas Governor Nomination in March Filing

Thad Tex reports two women enter the Texas gubernatorial race with aims to vindicate family names Edith Wilmans a former legislator plans an honesty government platform. Miriam Petenson also seeks the nomination and Vandervan former Lieutenant Governor Lyeneyy Davinson is the sole male candidate so far. The piece notes the Republican Party’s strength and the upcoming first primary of the year.

Thad Tex Texas Miriamy Petenson Edith Wilmans Iz Seq

Gum Cuds Interfere With Good Testimony Judge Stiles Says

Judge Stiles of the district court questions whether a witness can testify effectively while chewing gum. He asks testify to remove gum, noting the practice may affect the weight of testimony. Police officer John J. Collins was admonished after taking the oath to remove the gum.

Stiles District Court John J. Collins Police Department Ray Hundley

Former Iowa Woman Dies in Wisconsin

The former Iowa resident dies in Amery Wisconsin on February 22 after reaching her home. She is survived by Mrs. A. L. London of Waterloo and Grover Winchell and Mrs. Ora Ray Thompeween among others.

Iowa Wisconsin Clarksville Marcel Tarney Winchell Amery Wis Hickin London Waterloo Abs Chirk Grover Winchell Ora Ray Thompween AL Pd

Visit of Diocesan Bishop and Guests at St Luke's Church

Sunday service at St Luke's Episcopal Church conducted by Rev Harve Lougiey Bishop of the diocese. Visitors from Waccoada Mt and Thomas Lynels present with local families, including Mrs Seatlin and others.

St. Luke's Episcopal Tve Harve S. Lougiey Waccoada Thomas Lynels Wancotia Davehe Reo Rust Seatlin

80-Year-Old Man Obtains Injunction in Wright County Case

An 80-year-old man from Cedar Falls seeks a continuance and injunction in Wright County alleging heart disease and a dislocated shoulder constrain his ability to stand trial on two indictments involving a 12-year-old girl. The petition mentions a grand jury indictment, bonds of $4,500 and $6,500, and a bench warrant. He cites health risks and requests stay while hospitalized.

Ap, Bett G. W. Wood Fred Johnson Sherif Wright County Belt Cedar Falls Grand Jury Ulay Rink EL. E Agee Waterloo A. S. Hanken A.A. Rhonalt Cedar Furher Wight County Wright Iie L. Belt Mears & Lovejoy Atorney ' DD Leonard Deauly Sherifl Clarion Eagle Grove Sartori Hospital

Federal Judge Transfers Osage Death Case to State Court

Judge John H. Cotteral of the western Oklahoma district court ruled federal jurisdiction absent in the Osage death case involving cattleman king of the Osage bill and Osage county farmer John Ramsey. He ordered Hale and Ramsey turned over to Osage County sheriff. Roy Lewis announced an appeal to the Supreme Court. Authorities indicated county officials would not prosecute.

Oklahoma Hale Ramsey Osage County Roy Lewis Atttorney Supreme Court Defense Airdiners Gage County

Grand Jury Impaneled Then Adjourned Until Wednesday

Judge 1 Boies impaneled a new grand jury this morning and adjourned proceedings until Wednesday. County Attorney W Cook and assistant will lead the Thindies trial. Foreman Alvin Fenton heads a panel including Clara Say rout and others, marking a second time women have served on a jury panel.

Boies Ueir W Cook Thindies Bahay Tenaerre Lens WH Bickel Alvin Fenton Oneill Clara Sayrout Withert Miller W. G. Drindierst

Sunday Sunbeams Booze Bottle Explodes in Chief Office

Sunday Sunbeams reports a small liquor bottle mishap in the Chief B A Leighton office. Deputy Warren Buckley witnessed the incident near Sycamore and Sixth streets and Davis was found with a half pint of liquor during a search. Officers obtained a warrant, found more home brew, and seized cider from Kronberg Grocery as investigators pursue county attorney charges.

Dewey Davis Commercial Street Liberty Warren Buckley Davis Joan Howard Sycamore Sixth Streets Buckley Manard PE. Walker Walker Howard Semple Attourney B.A. Leighton Cher Kroubberg W. A. Cook Stead Patrehian P. Maxon Sheri Warren Bay Relph Davis Mason Cook Prom W. Gelehell Idtcntions Alro Nathan Kronberg

Chicago Republicans split as Tribune exposes links to gangsters

Chicago factions in the Republican party widen rifts after the Chicago Tribune publishes a two photo expose linking politicians from senator to state officials with gangster leaders like Genna. The images accompany a broader push by reform groups for a congressional crime probe, which faces opposition from Senator Hiram W. Johnson who calls such inquiry unwarranted interference.

Chicago Efreles Republican Linois Chicago Tribune United States the Tribune Robert E. Crowe Fred Sterling Louis J. Emmerson Jin Genna Stalian Quarter Nature Wus Genna Gang Beneen Charles Deucen Iry Diamond Joe" Esposita Bootteg Deneen Crowe Senate Chicago Letter Government Association Republican Party Johnson Washington D. C INS Better Government Association Hiram W. Johnson Repiblican California Senate Immigration Committee

Palmyra Heresy Case and Naval Dispatches

The report notes Palmyra ongoing heresy case proceedings and a follow up meeting as church figures clash with congregants. It mentions U S Navy expansion with ships in build status and lists Allied vessels including France and Germany in the broader maritime context.

Hast High School Health Pageant Planned at East High Stadium

East old public veheels in East iWigt stage a health pageant Friday afternoon led by school nurse Della Darling and Grace Ullemerver with Thor a Cellyers in charge of physical training. Students from every school district participate in songs pantomime and gymnastic exercises promoting health and cheer.

Tae Santell West Caari Vicinal Leara Younes Wil Bel East Old Public Veheels East iWigt Della Darling Grace Ullemerver Mies Thora Cellyers Momo

Schools Should Be Service Stations for Life

Miss Agnes Samuelson of the extension department at Town State Teachers College Cedar Falls addressed Rotary at the Hotel Russell LaSalle, urging schools to be run in a businesslike way and to serve the community. Speakers included T Wilson on Service in business, Fred P Johnson on Service as a basis for enterprise, and Guy N Lee on developing acquaintance as an opportunity for service.

Agnes Samuelson Town State Teachers College Cedar Falls State Superintendent of Public Instruction Mmembers Rotary Club Ark Russell-Lauson Rotary International Organization T. Wilson Bryery Roman Elis Fred P Johnson Guy N. Lee Servier

Income Tax Returns Pour In At Rate Of Hundred Daily

At the federal building internal revenue office daily receipts show about 100 tax returns. Deputy Collector Co M Williams says most are low income individuals under 900. Deputy Kennecher from Dubuque arrives to March 15 to aid with filings and tentative firm returns are due by March 15 with one quarter of tax paid and a 60 day extension for amendments due to new law.

Internal Revenue Office M. Williams A. A. Kennecher Dibuque Williams

Omaha Sniper Looks Like Depe Fiend to Chief Leighton

Omaha police chief H A Leighton described Frank Carter as a small ordinary tramp with a sick look in his eyes and dope fiend appearance. Leighton said Carter appeared calm when told of his Waterloo ties and admitted visits to Waterton, while weighing about 150 pounds at 4 foot 6 inches.

Omaha Depe E. A. Leighton Frank Carter H. A. Leighton Carterardis Ulins Hina Leighton Waterloo Waterton

Clarksville Boys Win County Basketball Trophy Again

Clarksville earns the county trophy for basketball by winning the county tournament at Sell Rock Friday night. The victory gives Clarksville its third consecutive county title, with Greene and Chirksville noted for prior wins in earlier years.

Clarksville Clarksville. la Marettes Clarksville Ba Sell Rock Greene Chirksville Sylvia Day Dumont Alice Shafer I Asher

Local Fire Alarm Corrects Damaged Property Impact

Fire alarms reported a blaze causing about 70 pounds in damage. Marsh Smith of 420 Pygoklin Street identified the incident and noted the response by local crews. The fire, described by Mrs Martin Franklin as a failed offer, was extinguished and authorities released details.

Marsh Smith Pygoklin Street Marti San i Franklin

St Francis Hospital Reports Possible Appendicitis Operation

A report from St Francis hospital details surgery plans as doctors decide whether an appendicitis operation is required for a patient identified as B. Reies. Journalistic notes describe the medical status and upcoming procedure.

March Weather Summary From a Turbulent Start to Spring

The article notes a northwest gale with high winds and stray snow flurries giving way to sun. It records February temperatures with a high of 58 and a low of seven, plus precipitation totaling 0.65 inches and 6.3 inches of rain tall snow. It details days of clear, cloudy, and partly cloudy weather and lists daily temperature averages.

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Grace M E Missionary Societies Raise Nears $1000

Grace M E Women's Missionary Societies contributed $995.55 during the annual bank offering day at Grace Meta dist Episcopal church. Branch president S Dow of Des Moines announced the combined effort led by Mrs A N Gleason president of the Woman's Foreign Missionary society and Miss Florence Black of the young women's organization. The total will be increased to $1,000 before shipping.

Ay R S. Dow Des Moines Graces Metadist Episcopal Church Matlad Arias Ower Woman's Foreign Missionary Society A. N. Gleason A. BR Florence Black Mes Gleason

Council Sets Special Session Over Garbage Disposal

Mayor A. Gnagy calls a special city council meeting to address garbage disposal. This is the second special session this year on the issue. An advertisement for bids drew one bid last Monday, with several more bids received. officials will review them this evening.

Gnagy Son MacWay

Coolidge Accepts Haney's Resignation

President Castilac accepted Bart E. Haney of Oregon resigning as a member of the United States shipping boat. Haney is expected to serve as interim Oregon Democrat in a senate race against Senator Stamfront. Official sources confirm the resignation is accepted.

Ashington Mirren ENSI Castilac Bart E. Aney Oregon United States Shipping Boat Haney Senate Wiliewi

Gideons Lead Worship at Waterloo Cedar Falls Churches

Gideons of Waterloo and Cedar Falls led services at St John’s Lutheran in Midenpendenen and at St John’s and Zion Evangelical churches. They supplied hotels with 22 bibles and distributed 4 in Cedar Rapids. Dinner planned for members in Black’s balcony. Local reports cover past month activities and community visits.

Gideons Waterloo Cedar Falls St. John's Dinard Coiay Raphis 1H Center Part Dodge Storm Lake Tin Fonda

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