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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1924
Page
1
More candidates sign for congressional and state offices in Iowa. J B Porterfield of Hamburg and Rev. Herasd Munyon of Osceola seek the Democratic nomination for Congress in the Eighth District. Republican Sen Lloyd Thurston of Osceola campaigns for the nomination. G H Getty of Boone files for state auditor and R W L Kubrick of Clear Lake files for representative after adjournment.
Dorothy Marie Paulson daughter of Mrs Etta Paulson died at St Francis hospital from mastoid trouble He was born July 13 1918 in Waterloo and attended First Presbyterian Sunday school Surviving include Henry Paulson Ha waiian Islands a half brother Clayton Kirseh two sisters Emma Lucille and Mildred Irene Paulson all of Waterloo Services will be at 330 Sunday from Histner's chapel Rev R N MacDonald will officiate Burial at Faireview Also noted Mrs L C Foote died in Cedar Rapids Services set for Monday at 2 PM at O Rees Towne funeral home Burial in Fairview plot Mrs Foote widow of Lou C Foote formerly with Illinois Central Engineer Surviving Edna Welch daughter and Eugene son Burial arrangements handled by D R Gound for Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Antonio Sormiets dies in Waterloo age 8? after brief pneumonia Born in Mexico eight years ago Came to Waterloo a year ago Surviving include two brothers and a sister Parents survive Body to O'Keefe & Towne for burial arrangements.
Paris reports Premier Poins declines to duel after a dispute in the chamber of deputies. Deputy Gaston Prevast and de Launay were involved as a rest mark by de launay was viewed as a reflection on him. The incident ended with the session being declared closed.
Geneva March 3 The deposed caliph Abdul Medjid will be allowed to stay in Switzerland under conditions applied to other refuges. The Swiss Federal Council imposes limits on agitation propaganda or petiticat activity. Des Moines Iowa March reward offered for information on missing man Simon Steanbeek for $2000. Petia farmer rumor of family dispute and a mysterious disappearance.
Washington March 8 The agricultural outlook shows a tilt toward corn over hogs dairy products over cash crops sheep over cattle and poultry over fruit though officials say it is early to bet on changes The cotton belt remains fixed on cotton gain is hoped in the corn belt roads hampered market movement seed corn worst in years wheat belt seeks relief Most range country ridges stay sound livestock in good condition January prices slightly higher for crops and animal products except butter and eggs
The article describes tense testimony as Curtis and Bennet contradict one another amid an oil inquiry. Francis Homer testifies about a telegram linked to leadership access, while Rochester defends a personal message and denies departmental ties. The Senate oil committee pursues bribe allegations tied to Harding era figures and oil interests.
A report states Kenney was arrested through a probe by underwriters over a personal check for 34006 to Mrs. Buchholtz later deposited and indorsed, tied to an insurance company delay. The Watering Life Underwriters association alerted the insurer to the indorsement.
Missouri refuge Reed Ro candidate for White House. James A Reed, U S Senator, says statewide meetings show defeat except Kansas City and St Louis. Delegates chosen for county Democratic meetings to select delegates for the SELLA convention in Springfield. Reed campaigns for instructed delegates for Democratic presidential nomination. Reports show most delegates were anti Reed, largely un instructed.
State Senator Haskell of Cedar Rapids today received a two dollar contribution to Cherry Sister Miss Office Cherry a mayoral candidate in Cedar Rapids. He denied plans to become campaign manager and quieted rumors of changing his political role from runner to manager.
Public hearing on compensation bill set for next Tuesday after hours of debate in the state legislature. The measure with 78 amendments and over 100 changes aims to reform workmen's compensation, with labor advocates pressing for a square deal and employers seeking input. The debate touched on railroaded process claims and calls to hear employers as well as workers. Senate actions and other measures were noted as ongoing in the morning session. An embezzlement arrest from Los Angeles involved former Miami bank officials.
Interior Department announced the opening of 313 900 acres in western states for homestead entry marking the largest allotment this year. Areas include 110 000 acres in Carbon and Phillips counties Montana 69 000 in Lander and Pershing counties New Mexico 36 500 in Otero County New Mexico 45 000 in San Juan county Utah and 26 050 in Lake county Oregon.
Local reports list four new enterprises opening in Manchester. New ventures include a vulcanizing and auto accessories shop by Ballard and Wheeler in the West Main area, a candy shop by George Jefferies in the Madden’s building, and Leva Field’s beauty shop to debut in the city hall building. George Kay of Iowa will speak at Rotary Club lunch at Hotel Russell Lamson.
Officials fear Cedar River may overflow its banks if cold weather persists. The river rose several inches in the last two hours, prompting warnings and potential evacuations for Cedar Rapids and nearby areas. Local authorities monitor river levels and issue advisories as conditions develop.
Daniel Conry pioneer farmer of Eagle Township will be buried Monday at Calvary after a solemn requiem mass at Sacred Heart Church conducted by Rev J M Malloy. He died yesterday at St Francis hospital after a yearlong illness from heart disease. He lived in Black Hawk county since youth and left a large family of eight children. his wife died two years ago. His body rests at the Lewis Conry home, 814 Wellington.
Mary Morton files for separation in Des Moines alleging Feb 86 firearm threat and a revolver discharge by William Morton. She claims the marital strain arose from his poor marksmanship and threats to kill her, prompting legal action before further incidents occurred.
In Decatur Ga on March 8 arguments continued in the $100000 damages suit filed by Mrs Sarah Byfield against Walter T Candler millionaire Atlanta club man. The case arose from an alleged attack on Mrs Byfield by Candler.
President Coolidge uses flexible tariff provisions to raise wheat import duty by 12 cents per bushel and flour by 26 cents per hundred pounds, moving to 42 cents and 32.04 respectively. Ad valorem mill fonds rate cut to 7?4 percent, effective 30 days hence. Canada cited as main price comparator with lower production costs.
Washington March 9 The McKenzie bill to accept Henry Ford's offer for Muscle Shoals advanced as the Democratic farm bloc defeated Rep Burton's amendment 52 to 48. The plan would prevent Ford from covering dam No 2 costs and require government payment, with many Republicans siding with Democrats.
Newenport Rhode Island will consecrate Edward D. Howard as auxiliary bishop at ceremonies dated April 8 in Altoona. Mrs. Martin Van der Kaar reports a flock of 144 Rhode Island hens and pullets bidding in January and 2954 in ebbis at 2 cents per head for feed.
Fragmentary text lists numerous companies and institutions including Hawkeye Oil Co Iowa State Teachers College State Exchange Bank Parkersburg Stewart Manufacturing Co Conn Miller Products Co Iowa Manufacturers Ins Co Masonic Building Campaign Gates College Robinson Bros. Bank Hampton and artificial tea fuel company Livermore Siumme Mercantile Co Denver California Wire Co Orange California.
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