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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1926

Page

11

Spotlight on Attacks Spark Debate at Des Moines Luncheon

National lecturer Sherwood Edauy criticized fundamentalist modernist conflict over religious emphasis week and pressed the press for sensational coverage. Separate notes recount Gen. Smedley Butler’s dinner dilemma over cocktails and other local curiosities, including a river bed sink and political chatter about Col. Crockhart Bowman and liquor polls.

Sherwood Edauy Su Sturday Des Moines Wtha Des Moines Dr.ddy Whele

Woodlock Beats Back for Rail Commission Post Fight

Washington voters see Thomas F. Woodlock’s confirmation fight shaped by Senator Wheeler’s aggressive questioning. The Senate committee grilled Woodlock on railroad rates and interstate commerce duties after disclosures of past stock brokerage work and ties to Pere Marquette and Frisco railroads.

Mark Sulmivanx Washington, D. C Coolidge Interstate Commerce Commission Thomas F. Woodlock Altho Wheeler Montana Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce Woodlock Interstate Commerce Commissioners Couzens Michigan Cummins Iowa Bruce Maryland London New York Stock Exchange Pere Marquette Frigco Senate Minguace Woundlock Woodrow Wilson Althe Wall Street Peran Stove Democratic Party

De Valera Resigns as Republican Party Leader

Eamon De Valera quits as president of the Republican Party after defeat at the Republican Convention over seating in the Dail. His resignation was accepted, ending his long control of the movement dating back to the Easter rebellion era.

Dublin Eamonn de Valera Republican Party Republic Ps de Valera

Gibson Pleads Not Guilty to Sheriff Shooting in Creston

Creston Iowa March 24 UP farmer Sibber Gibson charged with slaying Sheriff Fred Collings at Thayer Monday is held in the county jail awaiting a resumed hearing before Justice of the Peace Adam Pickette. Gibson pleaded not guilty when arraigned yesterday. Prosecutor Ben Harper says he will seek the death penalty. defense rests with his brother P Gibson.

Creston Ieoree Gibson Fred Collings Thayer Justice of Adam Pickette Yvesterday Sibate Ben Harper Gibson P. Gibson Gilson

Bowman May Run for Lieut Governor

Des Moines report states State Senator Bowman may seek the lieutenant governorship if Senator Brookhart runs in the U S Senate race against Senator Cumming. Bowman has floated a U S Senate bid but would quit if Brookhart enters the race. Lieutenant Governor Kimball of Council Bluffs said he would seek another term.

Col. Crockhart United States Senate Bowman Brookhart Cummins Wnd Pes Moines Em Kimball Des Moines Marcel Des Moines Register M.ob. Bowman Smith W. Brookhart A.B. Cumming Bowmin United States Entre Brookham Clan Kimball Cornscil Bluffs

Corn Growers Assn Moves Headquarters to Fonda

The executive committee of the Corn Growers Association decided to move its headquarters from Des Moines to Fonda. Secretary-treasurer Wilkner announced the plan, with office work to be carried out by volunteers.

Corn Growers Assn Fonda Nes Moines Naori Porn Grewssociation Wilken Rey Garey Fonds

League appoints committee on U S court reservations

Geneva March 1 The League decided to appoint a committee of jurists to prepare an unofficial report on the United States reservations to the world court. The panel will report to the League secretary general.

Geneva League United States World Court Eanypeil Isine

Prosecutor Frees Two Girls Charged In Death Case

Cambridge, March 11 AP Alleen OConner and her four year old sister Monora were freed after manslaughter charges for selling their mother to death by freezing. DA Arthur Reading said he hoped to spare the girls jail time and noted the mother suffered a stroke two years earlier and controlled her real estate business until her death. The mother refused warmth, kept the children in bed, and the body was found after neighbors noticed a prolonged absence.

Cambridge Mass Alleen Ocoannor Monora Arthur Ko Wal Aileen Reading

Advertising seen as means to win business for Waterloo

A Waterloo luncheon speaker, Ben R. Vardaman, urged using advertising to capture No Man's Land trade from Cedar Rapids, Mason City, and Dubuque. He warned the small town trading era is ending and outlined potential yearly gains from advertising driven by collective local campaigns.

Waterloo Smmall Ben R. Varilanin Greater Business and Community Institute Russell-Lamson Vardaman No Man‘s Land Cedar Rapids Mason City Dubuque No Man's Land Pune Aledo Cocoa Cola Ward Beer Bill Douglas Swass South Braintree Mass Hite Wheelock San Felice Fenry Grovee-Idalita Se Cigars

Delivery deadline notice for Courier newspaper

The notice states home delivery before 5 30 and offers a remedy if late due to carrier or other causes. Readers are urged to call A100. copies will be sent and calls must reach the office by 8 30 pm.

JAGKOON HELD IN 4000 BOND ON ROBBERY CHARGE

Waterloo man George St. Jackson, a theatre manager, is held on 4000 bond on robbery charges arraigned before Municipal Judge J. C. Beem. Preliminary hearing set for 10 a m Saturday. Jackson admits knowing bond salesman Henderson but denies involvement in robberies. Detective Walker questioned him hours, Cedar Rapids police sought Henderson’s address.

George St. Jackson Jormer Waterloo Lhatre J. C. Beem Gand Satuday Jackson Bob Henderson KE. A. Leighton Wanistone J. C. Lagh Jle Courier Tata Sittes Waterloo Robert Henderson Cerlay Walls Henderson Honda Sears Ahd Cedar Rapids A A. J. Diebold Sho Watertog Palace Theatres Ple Walker Cedar Falls Y Wietima A. M. Wenhola Wesler Begesh Jill Waterson Leighton Bob Fienierson Bond Ga Reb

Sioux City Gag Rule Bans Politics by Police and Firemen

The civil service commission enforces a gag rule on Sioux City police and fire department members prohibiting political discussion and any actions related to pay increase ordinances. Violation could lead to reprimand suspension or dismissal.

Sioux _ City Sioux City

Queen Sets More Decorous Skirt Style At Court

Madrid March 11 Queen Victoria to establish a precedent for modest court attire. In line with Pope Pius wishes the queen will wear long dresses with high bodice collar and long sleeves during court and religious services. The queen's fashion influence is expected to spread among Spanish women.

Madrid Spain Victoria Pius

Mason City youths rescued from locked car near death

Two Mason City youths, Earl Crinan 19 and Louis Kinneannon 20, were found near death after being trapped in a locked car since Tuesday night. Rescued near the Chicago Burlington and Quin yard, they had fallen asleep inside the car while planning a trip to DeKalb Illinois.

Peoria Mare

Tax action targets liquor law violators in Des Moines

Federal revenue agents move against 20 alleged liquor law violators in Des Moines including local druggists for failing to secure licenses. The action seeks a minimum $2,750 tax per violator plus penalties under the federal revenue act.

Des Moines Federal Revenue Bureau

New Flask Cases Carry Two Quarts

Chicago reports fashion on the road with a leather case smaller than a briefcase holding two heavy silver quart flasks. The item reflects summer traveling styles shown along boulevard. In Philadelphia a separate note covers the completion of a jury for the David T. Marshal murder case after four days of deliberations.

Chicago Marshall Philadelphia Miureh Ins David TL Marshal Hody Anna May Dietrich

Seven Governors Duel in Morelos Legislative Row

In Morelos Mexico seven rival governors and legislatures claim sole authority while four are sidelined. Local factions push competing governments as three legislatures back distinct claims. The dispute highlights fragmented authority and unclear leadership in the Mexican state.

America United States Morelos Mexico Mex State of

Short Interviews With Home Folks

W J Gorman president of the Rock Island railroad spoke at a civic clubs meeting. C A Hangon secretary and trade manager of the Greater Waterloo association notes business men in Iowa oppose a freight raise in western trunk line territory. Gorman is praised as a good railroad man and a speaker who convinces some. Ford is cited for turning the bankrupt Detroit Toledo & Ironton into a paying concern without higher rates.

W. J. Gorman Rock Islind Afonis C. A. Hangon Greater Waterloo Association Iowa Western Trunk Line Gorman Flenny Ford Detroit, Toledo & Ironton Railron Ford

John D Rockefeller's dime brings luck on golf course

Grmond Beach Massachusetts March 11. John D Rockefeller allegedly gave a girl a dime after a talk with Miss Margaret Hastings of New York about the merits of poll. He then drove 156 yards from tee to green, nearly sank a long putt for birdie two, and finally sank a par three. Hastings, who enjoys archery, swimming, tennis, golf and other outdoor sports, chatted with him about outdoor activities.

Grmond Beach Mla Fapi John DL. Rockefeller Tollay Margaret Hastings New York Wirdie Hastines Whem

Boston Police Hold Stabbing Suspect

Boston police hold a man for identification suspected of stabbing two women near Back Bay church last Sunday and assaulting at least two others the prior Sunday. Officers found sharp scissors, an ice pick, and pliers in his locker after storekeepers summoned police.

Boston Hoston Back Bay

Bring Another Body From Wrecked Mine Rescue Update

Rescue teams at the Crab Orchard improvement company shaft No 5 recovered another body, raising the total removed to 13. Two men are confirmed dead and officials expect the recovery of their horses later today as rescuers search the wrecked Manday night explosion site.

Keeles

American Homes Congress Organized at Des Moines

A national body named the American Homes Congress was launched in Des Moines at a meeting called by the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce. The first congress meeting is set for November 15 in Des Moines with themes on home building, financing, equipment, family life, recreation, and community ties.

American Homes Congress Des Moines Des Moines Chiender Comerce Congress John D. Sherman Washington, D. C General Federation of Women's Clubs Parent-Teagher Association American Arm Bureau National Grange Better Hones of Amerie Society of American Agricultural Engineers Maggie Barry American Home Bureau The General Federation of Women's Riibs Catlege Station Tex

Butler imposes charges over Coronado dinner affair

Brig. Gen. Smedley Butler accuses Col. Alexander Williams of intoxication after a Coronado dinner honoring Butler. Washington officials and San Diego naval officers weigh whether a court martial will proceed, with formal charges pending and defense silent as the case unfolds.

Smedley Butler Philadelphia Commanier San Diego Loda Col Williams Gutler Atv. Volstead Col Wir Iitas Gen. Butler Washington D. C CINS Smediey D. Butlers U.S. Minine, Corps Pacific Coast Butler Alexander Williams Col. Williams Secretary of the Navy Wilbur John A_ LeJeune Marine Corps Navy Army San Francisco Eleventh Naval District Ashley D. Robertson Cal Mare Smedley Butter Alexander Wiliams Gen Butler Coronado Wis Builer Cocas Offic Navy Pepe Los Angeles Navy Department Col Lay

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