This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1926
Page
8
In Chicago a lawyer confronts a comedian amid alleged slander jibes at ringside. The case unsettles with possible charges beyond criminal libel, while observers note broader implications for the world court debate and Illinois GOP politics ahead of primaries.
In Illinois a key test shapes the fate of Irreconcilable Drive as McKinley faces a pivotal election. Supporter blocs rally to back a victory that could influence future deliberations and public alignment on the contentious plan.
A murder at a rural schoolhouse shocks the Line Creek district as Morris Van Nolte dies from shotgun wounds after arming himself to trap thieves. The crime scene reveals a bloody, incomplete robbery. The piece also critiques militarism in schools, discusses the death penalty trial for a city sniper, and touches on aviation crime and higher education snobbery.
A fragment from the Plymouth bulletin notes Cal Coolidge spent a difficult night but woke brighter than usual. The message, dated March 15, mentions a conceded improvement in his condition and suggests hopeful signs for the morning report.
George R. Jackson, a former atrea min who pleaded guilty in district court, faces a robbery charge and is slated for sentencing by Judge J A Be Boies at 10 a.m. tomorrow. His attorney, J C Sluriagh, said that after the sentence is passed, a statement regarding his criminal activities will be issued. The charge carries a maximum 10 year term. Jackson admitted guilt to the robbery of the Pines grocery on Franklin Street, Cedar Rapids, and is linked to several other robberies in Cedar Rapids and nearby. Public sentiment in Cedar Rapids rose and residents urged swift action to clear the cases. A possible later sentencing time was discussed, but County Attorney WL Cook had not been notified.
Police hunt an armed gang after a bold robbery on Broadway involving Miss Betty Ward a show girl who was shot and wounded. Thieves forced entry into Ward’s apartment stealing valuables. Authorities work to identify suspects and recover stolen items amid the night life district investigation.
Geneva reports that Sweden and Czecho Slovakia will resign their permanent seats on the League of Nations council on Wednesday to allow Poland to be elected in their stead. The move follows a secret conference that failed to reach a definite agreement on council reorganization amid Germany’s entry discussions.
Sherwood Eddy, famed evangelist, urged unity among Christian denominations in Des Moines as religious tensions from modernist fundamentalist divides threatened to split the gospel. He called for all groups to cease hostilities and seek common ground through shared faith.
AP reports the U S Department of Interior announces the expulsion of 202 foreign clergy from Mexico under constitutional provisions. Gerald Chapin, a minister, seeks relief but the Supreme Court declines review. the case pertains to a church faction and potential sentencing underscores ongoing legal action.
The article reports Judge Joseph Sabath advocating early twenty-something marriages, arguing age 24 makes marriage serious for both genders. It notes his fifteenth thousandth divorce bill and discusses views on prohibition tax plans and family responsibility, highlighting a mix of opinions on marriage timing and social norms.
Five people are confirmed dead in a hotel fire in Shreveport Louisiana at Creswell Dowel. Firefighters search the ruins for missing occupants as investigators work to determine the cause and extent of the blaze.
Chicago reports Apostrophes aside Mepholic insanity has fallen by six percent since prohibition began and drug addicts have been reduced so cures are no longer widely advertised Jolson a noted prohibitionist spoke at a Grange church mass meeting yesterday denouncing opponents as a small noisy disloyal minority.
Nelwein Iowa reports a murder case from January involving Phoebe Jane Vergelice 45, strangled in her bedroom. Bloodhounds from Shores Fuel & Transfer led officers toward Waterloo with investigations focusing on a former husband and possible burglary entries.
Eight bandits seized the Bank of Nartsole at midnight breaking into the safe and taking between 15000 and 100000 dollars. They bound residents, looted the town, and fled in a touring car leaving the downtown deserted. Police search for six to eight suspects. details incomplete.
A 75 year old woman, Mrs Clira Marshal, died from burns after her dress caught fire from a gas flame in Cedar Rapids. The incident left most of her clothing burned as she suffered severe burns before succumbing to injuries late last night.
A Waterloo forecast predicts rapid growth by 1940 with a population around 44,000, Cedar Falls suburbs, and a Ford factory. Chain stores rise, many apartments expand west of town, riverbanks beautified, and revival activity surges while Sunday evening church services are displaced by moving picture theaters. Reverend Williams cites strong religious and civic change ahead.
Virginie Minn March 13 AP report states lumberjack Oscayr Pentula, 65, shot and killed Mrs. Ros Wahlberg, 37, and Alec Leino, 51, in their homes Saturday afternoon, then spent the night with a friend before taking his own life early Sunday. After the killings he sealed the cabins, went to Herman Dello’s home to rest, and later killed himself.
Washington officials forecast rapid growth in American investments abroad this year due to a provision relieving double taxation for corporations or individuals operating overseas. The old law taxed dividends by both U S and foreign governments, disadvantaging American concerns in global competition.
The Des Moines Register asserts an airplane shipment connected to narcotics reaching Des Moines, with a shipment valued at $12.00 last week. It suggests a broader Midwest syndicate and potential local plant involvement, marking Des Moines as one of two cities cited in the alleged supply chain.
Federal grand jury in Cleveland indicts 112 people in a codes and contraband conspiracy tied to grain alcohol sales across 12 cities. Notable figures include 46 from St Paul and 21 from Cleveland, with operations spanning Minneapolis, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Duluth, and more. The case covers April 1, 1924 to February 16, 1926, detailing syndicate leaders, bootleggers, warehousemen, and railroad workers involved in illicit distribution under licit permits.
Reverend J H Morgan of First Congregational Church lauded the Water loo Maylrs Wein ensemble as a great influence on Hy community. He regrets the players leaving and hopes they return next fall with Mr Wilson as manager. Morgan commended the company for engaging city groups and allowing church youths to attend performances. He noted the players he met were of high character and integrity.
The House approved a federal radio bill by 218 to 1249, routing creation of a Radio Commission to regulate broadcasts. The measure would punish slander in radio communications. defeat came at 287 to HF. Local notes include a jailer Lefler, Blakesburg history, and a liquor charge case.
Fashion experts say the flapper look is fading as figure fitting gowns with tight girdles and high collars rise in popularity. One piece dresses give way to tailored, fitted styles while color schemes move from pink silks to bright plaids and stripes.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.