Germans in Danzig press frontier revision to seize ports
The London Times reports Germans in Danzig campaign for frontier changes to annex the ports of Tczew and Hela. It cites a Danzig Journal claim that Polish plans for a Baltic port could be blocked, leaving Poland landlocked and dependent on Germany for access to the sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Germany
Danzig
Free State
Tczew
Lower Vistula
Hela
London ‘Times
The
Times
Preferential Rights of Public Land Entry to Veterans Urged
D W Rosa of Berkeley urged extending preferential entry rights on all public lands to former service members before the house ways and means committee. He supported the Smith land bill proposing a 350 million dollar bond issue at 4 percent for land reclamation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
House
Ways and Means Committee
D. W. Rosa
Berkeley
Cal
United States Reclamation Service
Smith Land
Fordney
Smith
Idaho
Long Will Keep Navy Post Pro Tem While Seeking Senatorship
Breckenridge Long, third assistant secretary of state and Missouri senatorial candidate, said he does not plan to resign now. He will remain at his post due to cabinet resignations and current crises, with a possible departure after Missouri primaries in August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long
Navy
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Breckenridge Long
Missouri
State Department
Lansing
Hills
Netherlands
Polk
Augus
Romance Crowned at Altar After Half Century Friendship
G W Zimmerman 70 of Charles City and Mary J Kirby McKinley 66 of Durand wed today after a fifty year friendship. License filed at 10 20 a m with the groom’s son as witness. Each widow at time of marriage, the couple rekindled a long ago bond formed in Illinois communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Zimmerman
Charles City
Mary J. Kirby McKinley
Durand
Fred_J. Clark
First Congregational Church
Zimmerman
Hayfuz
Mary Kirby
Illinois
Mr Zimmerman
Laws
Pach
Fire Chief Receives Appreciation for Adams Paper Warehouse Fire
Fire Chief Ray Tiller received a $25 check and a letter of appreciation from Adams Paper Co. for firefighters who extinguished a February 14 warehouse blaze. Donations go to the firemen's pension fund. A separate incident at Lafayette Office Building caused no major damage after quick response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Tiller
Adams Paper Company
Lafayette
Social Welfare League
Monroe Street
Paving bids trimmed as county weighs overdraft risks
County board members plan to call for bids on about 75 000 for bridge and culvert work but pause to review overdraft figures presented by W J Burbank the county treasurer. Overdrawn funds cited include county poor relief pensions and bridge accounts with costs rising as millage limits remain fixed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covkendall
County Board
W. J. Burbank
É ‘ Goard
Benzine Car Explosion Damages Bedford Plant
An explosion at the Owen Tire and Rubber Co. plant in Bedford near Cleveland injures no one and causes about 140000 dollars in property damage. The blast endangered 250 workers and wrecked part of the main plant after a benzine car and six gasoline tanks exploded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cleveland
Owen Tire & Rubber Co
Bedford
Opposition to Liner Sale Based on False Premises Edge Says
Senator Edge Republican of New Jersey introduced a joint resolution to let the Shipping Board dispose of vessels it holds with ships remaining under American registry. The move aims to block sale of former German liners until a permanent merchant marine policy is set. Action was deferred. bill remains on the Senate calendar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Senator Edge
Republican
New Jersey
Shipping Board
Senate
Waterloo Merchants Hit by Forged Checks
A stranger posing as a workman cashed forged checks at Waterloo merchants, each for 24 50, using a makeshift paysheet from Waterloo Gasoline Engine Co with J B Johnson treas signing. Police suspect two men, one writing and one cashing, involved. several victims reported with three checks turned over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company
J. B. Johnson
Treas
Altho
Johnson
Labor and Legion clash over shared labor stance in Iowa
A Des Moines letter from William Green of the United Mine Workers denies official opposition to the American Legion while noting labor fears the Legion may oppose organized labor. Local posts in Waterloo discuss a large membership push and state bonus prospects, with Iowa legislators urged to act on ex service men benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Mine Workers of America
American Legion
John Mace Vicar
Des Moines
William Green
Legion
Department
Franklin D’olier
Adoe
Becker-Chapman Post
Waterloo
Iowa
John MacVicar
National Organization
Congress
Legion Post
St. Cloud
Minn
Minnesota
Towa
Iown
U S Business Men Plead for Equality in Dealing With Russ
A Philadelphia delegation from the American Commercial Association urged Secretary Tumulty at the White House and Assistant Secretary Long for equal footing for American business with European interests in Russia. The association had sent a memorandum on Russian trade to the State Department and to President Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Russia
Tumulty
White House
Long
Philadelphia
American Commercial Association
State Department
Wilson
Warner Named Head of Marne Statue Committee
Des Moines March 4 Gov Harding announces Frank Warner of Des Moines will head the Marne statue committee for America's Gift to France the MacMonnies statue to honor the Maine. Warner serves as secretary of the Town Bankers' association and aided liberty loan drives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Warner
Marne
Des Moines
Harding
America
France
MacMonnies
Maine
Warner
Town Bankers’ Association
Liberty Loan
Widows Seek Pension Aid In District Court
Eleven widows petitioned for al lowance under Iowa law with Judge H B Boies presiding. Eight pensions granted, one withdrawn, three cases continued. Pensions paid from the poor fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
H. B. Boies
Fred ©. Parrish
Rutland
Bede Lecture Friday at First M. Church
E F MacDonough of Greater Waterloo will introduce Adam Bede at First Methodist Church tomorrow night under Central Christian church women auspices. Bede speaks on What’s Wrong With the World to aid Central Christian building fund. ticket sales brisk and expected large audience. Nine deaths from alcohol poisoning reported in St Paul by March 4 with four youths added since yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. F. MacDonough
Greater Waterloo Association
Adam Bede
First
M. &. Church
Women of Central Christian Church
Bede
Central Christian Church
Eale
St. Paul
Minn
J. Adam Bede
Crawther
Three Cars In Collision At Lafayette Street
At Lafayette Street and Mullan Avenue at 1 p m today two cars and a grocery delivery truck collided causing all three to suffer damage. No injuries reported. Vehicles involved include a Berteh groceries truck driven by F L Hayes and cars owned by Holdiman and Gates. Front wheels on the Holdiman auto were smashed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette” Street
Mullan Avenue
Charles Berteh
I R Rocer
F. L. Hayes
Jerry Moldiman
L. RB. Gates
Holdiman
Vermont Typhoid Probe Led by State Expert in Rutland
Dr. Wasson the state epidemiologist arrives in Rutland to investigate the typhoid outbreak while no new cases are reported by the city health department. Public health official Dr. Huntoon urges boiling milk and surface-well water before drinking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont
Rutland
Dr. Wasson
D. ©. Huntoon
City in Brief Brings Local News And Notes
Local items report visitors and illnesses among residents including Mrs. Geo. Greer and family visiting Reinbeck and Lucius W. Colby ill at home. A gold watch was stolen from the Railroad Y M C A rooms, while Earl Yordy reports his car damaged a police signal box. Community events include Sunnyside Country club plans and Burroughs Adding Machine training at Hotel Russell Lamson. Police guard storm wreckage as utility lines fail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Lucius W. Colby
Third Street
Joe Schiel
Earl Yordy
Maple Street
Farm loan boom drives large settlements in Kayitt & Johnson Trust area
Settlements on farm tours near March 1 totaled over 3 million dollars, a likely record for Kay itt & Johnson Trust Co. President B L Johnson reports continued high volume as Waterloo clearing house sees strong bank exchanges around March 2 3. Local real estate sales remain steady with revenue deeds taxed near 206 Monday and 1 486 64 Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. L. Johnson
Kayitt & Johnson Trust Co
Johnson
Leavitt & Johnson Trust
Federal Loan Corporation
Hoever
Waterloo Clearing House
Black Hawk County
Wood Plans to File in Every State Save California
Gen Leonard Wood petitions will be filed in nearly all states for the presidential preference primary, with California possibly excluded. Chairman William Cooper Proctor said New Hampshire, voting next Tuesday, will send eight delegates pledged or instructed for Wood as first choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Gen
Leonard Wood
California
William Cooper Proctor
Wood Committee
Proctor
New Hampshire
Wood
Mekigan Troops May Bar Workers Crossing Town
The Mexican government threatens to use force to stop workers from leaving for the United States. Governors are warned to prevent emigration or the federal military may intervene. Workers reportedly refuse higher ranch wages and depart by the hundreds amid unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tou
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
United States
Mexico City
States
Department of Agriculture
Julia and Michael Incubator Babies Leave Hospital
Twins Julia and Michael Sullivan were removed from St. Francis hospital to their Logan avenue home two weeks after birth. Doctors credit the incubator for their progress as they gain weight daily and near normal development is expected in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia
Mike
St. Francis Hospital
Logan Avenue
D. H. Sullivan
Real estate transfers and owner names in Cedar Walla and Waterloo listings
A garbled list shows multiple lot and block transfers across Normal additions Cedar Walls and Water loo areas. Names include J Manning Josie K Morkun Clairios Arnold John Gulzow and William Gulzow with sale details and rev amounts noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gannan
Henry Kimw
Julia Resell McQuilkin
D. J. Fox
Murt
Belea
Henry Niemeyer
C. H. Taylor
Nie Nw
Sarah Rauch
Kit Brennan
la Porte Mach. Corp
Wildition
Waterloo
Herman Kuenstling
Tetlog
Samuel T. Gampbell
Wiley
John F. Cin
Matt’ L. Frost
Cece Jec Geen
Sss
We. S Crutcher
Witter Brown
Wit
Witt
Sea
Gal Wiwi
EMT
Smith
Nets Sorenson
Stelmel
Eek Ge
Awit Sel
Matthiesen
Lewis Brandes
East Parlee
Idnden Trace
Wm. Olive
Bu Br
Wiliam
E. Knapp
Ger Park
John Schoenhaar
Charlie A
James Twaltes
Mary Metzen
Willian Nida
Place
Waterson
dJacob Greenberg
G. R. Grhn
GP. Strohm
G. W. Strom
James T. A Stewart
Stewart Joe Greany
Swila
Wiliam B. Sucker
Cedar
Grace G
Ona Marines
Aly Wei
Cheek
Marl W
Mason
Elizabeth Grupe
Hlorethe Bo Heskett
Brent Peters
Parkersburg
Ro Ag Ae
Svane
Iri
Arly
Ceperly
Beker
Santee
Thurles
Robert Cage
Waterton
Fev
Aikine
Green
Cedar Dalia
Ice Ees
Selzer
A. Weninuth
Cedar Melehts
Niela
Jd Ft
Normal
Cedar Walla
J. Manning
Clairios Arnold
Lot
Javavitt
Johneson & Miller
Ose Wees
J. Mardinan
Muntligs Fou
Lot & Block 14, Linden Pinca, Waterloo Citav. $2.60)Frog Gulzow To John Gulzow
Lot & Block
Cooley Uddly
Witerlag
Wiliam Gulzow
John Gulzow
Block
Cooley Adulthon
What Does Your Mirror Reveal About Anemia Treatment
A Tacoma woman details a years long battle with anemia after neck gland surgeries. She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with restored appetite strength and color, leading to renewed health and weight gain. A booklet Building Up the Blood is offered free. Dr Williams Medicine Co. sells pills for 60 cents per box by mail or at druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary_McArthur
South Fifth Street
Tacoma
Wash
Miss Mearthur
Dr. Williams
J. Williams
Dr. Willams
Willams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
Bank Balance Sheet Notes 1920 Ledger Totals
Charters show financial figures for a Black Hawk bank including total loans and discounts, securities, deposits, capital, surplus, undivided profits, reserves, and liabilities. Notable items include government securities, various deposits, checks outstanding, and contingent liabilities, with a sworn cashier’s statement dated March 4, 1920.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Vienna
Postal Savings
Federal Reserve Bank
Poul Ase
Ee BS
Wedaral Reserve Bank
Black Hawk
H. Wray
Fred H. Wray
Anna M. Deckir
Fou. Stewart
Tra Rodamar
J. D. Trumbauer
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Pole
Bronsey Ihesurance Agency
Shirley
H.C. of L
Edge
Waterloo Merchants
LABOR
Miner's Union
U. S
MR. Church
Znaler'ndies
Nopty
Woods Muligary
Manjestic Theatre
Acton
Meee
Washington
Helsingtors
Lord Acton
Finland
Buchananea
Sunnyside Country Club
Hotel Pussell-Lamson
L. BE. McCabe
Winds Central
W. FP. McNamara
Burroughs Adding Machine Company
Hotel Russell- Lamson
G. H. Taylor
Waterloo Retail Merchants Association
Hine
S. Altman
Commervict. I
Woo
Michael
Leavitt & Johnson National Bank
Ee Ff
S. Government
U.S
Federal Reserve Banke
Daiwft Reserve
Federal Reserve Bank i
Fpadaral Reserve Bank
Toms
Aldy
Lindemption Fond
WU. S
U. & Treasurer
Commercial National
Waterloo, Town
Dee N
E. W. Miller
C. Platt
H.W. Wente
S.C. Kimm
Desiatane Exshier
R. L. Penne
Warren Brown
Waterloo Lumber Company
J. F. Cass
Edwards Edwards
Langler
Rahsier & Harris
James M. Graham
James Black Dry Goods Co
Worth Willman
Lickly & Hillman Co
Gorge W. Huntley
Cutler Hardware Co
W. Miller
PLUMB
Iowa Dairy Separator Co
F.C. Platt
Waterloo Saddlery Company
Tuthill Reed
Tuthill & Reed
Miller Sec
Crystal Ice & Fuel Co
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