Lawsuit filed over Ly man Stark collapse in Cedar Rapids
Three suits filed for the April term seek a total of 35 000 against Lauritzen Wasson contractors and Ly man and Stark owners over the November 14 building collapse. Charles Brown seeks 15 000 for injuries from roof work damage. Anna Burrell administratrix of George Burrell seeks 15 000 for his death. Irving Chaplin seeks 5 000 for a sprained ankle and other injuries. Brown alleges negligence in concrete, falsework removal, improper supports, heating of materials, footing failures, lack of warnings, and poor inspections. he cites incompetent supervision and flawed plans. The piece notes the Linden M E church plans an evening meeting to elect officers.
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Cedar Rapids
Lyman-Stark
Lauritzen & Wasson
Waterloo
Lyman and Stark
Charles Brown
Anna Burrell
George Burrell
Irving Chaplin
Pimple remedy promises radiant skin via calcium wafers
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a quick harmless cure for pimples, blotches, liver spots, and other skin blemishes. It claims blood purification through calcium sulphide to brighten complexions, boost health, and gain praise from women, urging readers to buy for 50 cents.
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Stuart
Taft Owns Cubs Alleged by Murphy Salary Dispute
New York march 3 reports claim Charles Webb Murphy controlled Chicago Cubs stock while Charles P Taft owned the club. Frank Chance disputes Murphy ownership while Mordecai Brown backs the salary tale. Details touch on player salaries, stock, and a league meeting in New York.
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New York
Charles Webb Murphy
Murphy
Chicago
Philadelphia
New York City
Chance
Frank Chance
Cubs
Charles P. Taft
Mordecai Brown
Federal League
Brown
Johnny
Evers
Tinker
Hoffman
Ev‘ers
Sheckard
Within the Law to Play at Waterloo This Saturday
Amusements notes announce the American Play company will present Within the Law at the Waterloo this Saturday with matinee and night shows. Critics in New York and Chicago hail it as the year’s theatrical sensation and a striking native drama. Mail orders are being taken for both performances.
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Bayard Beillet
Waterloo
New York
Chicago
Beachey Falls While in the Air at Santa Barbara
Lincoln Beachey, famed American aviator, lost control during a loop over Santa Barbara California Sunday plunging 1400 feet before regaining altitude failed. The biplane struck a tree on ground breaking the craft though Beachey escaped serious harm. The new monoplane design with front propeller and cockpit operated throughout the perilous descent.
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Santa Barbara
Cal
Lincoln Beachey
Peachey
Waterloo Anti-Saloon Men Deny Mayor Claims
Waterloo Business Men's Association replies to Des Moines mayor's statements on Waterloo's liquor laws. They argue lost revenue from closing saloons was redirected to homes and essentials, deny links between drugs and liquor, and claim employment rose as saloons closed. They cite decreases in arrests and taxes and note Waterloo's 1918 gains amid national hardship.
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Des Moines
Waterloo
Waterloo Business Men's Association
W. J. Pilkington
Antis
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Druggist Refund
A vintage advertisement asserts PAZO OINTMENT cures piles itchy bleeding or protruding issues within six to fourteen days. It promises relief on first application and offers a druggist refund if cure fails. The copy emphasizes quick, visible relief and a money back guarantee.
Iowa urged to invest in good roads to curb outmigration
Des Moines March 3 James Davis chief counsel of the Chicago and North Western railroad urges Iowa to enter the good roads business as its main investment He proposes immediate spending of 50000000 on road construction payable at 0 per year equating to about 15 cents per acre for 35 000 000 acres of tillable land His view is to keep residents from moving to other states Also noted Dr R J Nestor has moved to Suite 4118 Syndicate building fourth floor phone 22.
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Des Moines
Iowa
James (. Davis
Chicago & Northwestern Railroad
Pacific Coast
Davis
Foley's Honey and Tar advertisement text
An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for inflamed air passages and bronchial tubes. It warns that a cold can worsen into bronchitis influenza or pneumonia and claims the product is safe, effective, and free of opiates, sold by druggists nationwide.
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Foley
Youth Arrested in Bomb Sender Case at Sullivan
Decatur UL March 3 John Baucom age 18 arrested in Sullivan in connection with the death of F W Mennerich killed Sunday by an infernal machine sent through the mails. A note near the residence claimed Baucom would be held responsible and Mennerich wrote of a suspected infernal package. A Decatur man and divorce case link are mentioned as investigators pursue the tangled affair.
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Decatur
John Baucom
Sullivan
F. W. Mennerich
Baucom
Mennerich
John Ballrom
Sullivan, DL
Felow
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Springfield letters suggest unsigned notes to Mrs Mennerich and a Decatur romance. theory of death by self action debated. Governing officials doubt the self murder theory though a close friend claims Menoperich discussed his wife and a Decatur suitor. Baucom denies motive for murder. New firm name Iowa Cleaning & Dye Works opens in Waterloo with Joe Schlossman as proprietor at 119 Fifth Street West.
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Springfield
Mennerich
Sullivan
Decatur
Baucom
Reliable
Waterloo Cleaning & Dye Works
Iowa Cleaning & Dye Works
Fifth Street West
Joe Schlossman
MEN-THOZE Pain Relief Ointment Promises Quick Ease
An old-fashioned patent medicine ad touts MEN-THOZE pain relief ointment for headaches sore throats rheumatic pains and more. It claims fast relief from first use no burning odor no skin staining and safe with no injurious drugs. Sold 25 cents a box by Lero Medical Co Fort Dodge Iowa with local Wichita Waterloo dealers listed.
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Lero- Medical Co
Fort Dodge
Iowa
Waterloo
J. K. Foder and Son Drag Co
Hansen & Fetcher
Cl. McDermonte
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Taft
Cub
Beachey
R. J. Nestor
Syndicate
Suit
New East Dresses
BiSte
Fourth Street
East
Burch Brothers
Stewart
Nu-Bono
Mrt Lyric Theatre
Daniel Frohman
Featuring
Laura Sawyer
J. Searle Dawley
Famous Players Film Co
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