No Trace Found Of Marguerite Boyd Disappearance
Marguerite Boyd, 15, daughter of Rev H C Boyd of the African Methodist church, vanished on her way to school last Friday. Sheriff’s aides and family press for clues as parents and siblings reel from the unexplained absence. The pastor notes her church service and musical talents while authorities consider an abduction theory tied to social restrictions at home.
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Miss Bord
Sheri S. T. Wagner
Boyd
Marguerite
Haveeen
Famed Educators Tour Iowa to Promote Better Schools
A joint tour by the Iowa Department of Public Instruction and the Iowa State Teachers Association runs March 17 to 26 across the state. The mission is to spark education interest and showcase what Iowa will host at the National Education Association convention in July. Participants include U.S. Commissioner of Education P. P. Claxton, presidents of major state colleges, state Superintendent P. HE. McClenahan, and state and local officials. The tour stops at cities including Cherokee, Fort Dodge, Webster City, Marshalltown, Clinton, Muscatine, Davenport, Des Moines, and Council Bluffs, with Waterloo hosting a March 24–25 address.
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State Department of Public Instruction
Iowa State Teachers’ Association
Iowa
National Education Association
P. P. Claxton
United States
R. A. Pearson
Kendall
Hammill
B. W. Newberry
Senate
Arthur Springer
House
Waterloo
Northeastern
Hatone
Cherokee
Fort Dodge
Webster City
Meson City
Tome Falls
Marshalltown
Marion
Dubugde
Clinton
Muscatine
Burlington
Port Madison
Keokuk
Sumne2
Albia
Red Oak
Shenandoabh
Davenport
Council Binafts
Des Moinas
Waterico
Patriotic Program Planned for G A R State Meeting
The G A R state meeting to be held June 7 at Hotel Russell Lamson will center in a patriotic program. Headquarters for the GC A R audlary and the Woman's Relief Corps will be at Hotel Russell Lamson with the Sons of Veterans auxiliary and Daughters of Veterans also using Ellis Hotel as their base. A three day schedule includes a local church campfire program the host Woman's Relief corps plans to stage at Hotel Russell Lamson and an outdoor parade on the afternoon of June 8 as a key feature of the convention. Gov Kendall and aides likely to attend, with details to be announced later.
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Russell- Lamson
KR. L. Ciase
Memorial Hall
A.R. Audlary
Woman's Relef Corps
Thia Hotel
Eilis
Sons of Veterans
Daughters of Veterans
Re- West Corps
Russell-Lamson
Kendall
Miss Flynn Opens Waterloo Run With A Perfect Day
Miss Flynn will open the Waterloo theatre program on March 17 at 8 p m with the play A Perfect Day presented by Miss Margaret Maddigan and Truman De Roame She will sing My Wild Irish Rose and is praised as a popular young singer with a voice suited to old Irish melodies
Stern economy as sure road to normalcy says J L Tiffany
J L Tiffany of New York City argues that stern economy is the only sure path to normalcy amid economic downturn. He discusses cash shortages for smaller businesses, bankruptcy cases, and a predicted two year contraction, noting Lederle Laboratories faces a district court suit while larger institutions fare better.
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A&é
Stern
J. L. Tiffany
New York City
Tiffany
Lederle Laboratories, Inc
Lederle
New York
Mr. Tiffany
J. E. Jordan
Altho
Land Grant Veteran of 1812 Sold by Old Soldier of Civil War
Peter Powers, veteran of the War of 1812, was granted an 80 acre Waterloo township tract by Millard Fillmore via the 1850 act. March 1, 1852 title passed to Powers, later held by John Call, then sold to J. H. Byers of the Citizens National Bank Cedar Falls. Powers served as private in Capt Wheeler’s Vermont militia.
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Peter Powers
Great Britain
Waterloo Township
Mr. Powers
Millard Fillmore
United States Land Office
John Call
J. H. Byers
Citizens National Bank
Cedar Falls
Wheeler
Vermont
Veterans Pleased At Waterloo G A R Gathering
Delegates from 12 organizations met in Waterloo to plan the state encampment of the G A R and auxiliary units for June 7 to 9. R L Chase praised local cooperation with waterloo businesses and civic groups. An executive committee with organizational reps will form subcommittees for entertainment details and the programs.
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G.A. R
R. L. Chase
Waverloo
Seeclace
Chase
Waterloo
Ay Department
Lillian Carey
Dubuque
Ladies of
Minnie Miller
Maquoketa
Ray ‘Hanchett
Mitchellville
W.R. C
California Syrup of Sigs Ad Phrase
An old advert claims California Syrup of Sigs provides a mild laxative for children with a fruit taste and full directions on each bottle. The copy emphasizes safety and child appeal, advising parents to look for the Cali fornia branding on the package.
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California
Qrenses pledge united services for G A R encampment
Community supporters vow coordinated effort to ensure a smooth G A R encampment with volunteers from local groups contributing to activities and hospitality. Organizers emphasize teamwork, safety, and inclusive entertainment for attendees.
Waterloo industrialist J R Rice dies at 60
Funeral services for RB John Rice age 60 who died at 3 30 p m yesterday will be at the family home 414 Leland avenue tomorrow at 2 30 p m conducted by Rev F W Court pastor of First Methodist church of which Mr Rice had long been a member. He organized Novelty Wire Works and was active in Waterloo business. Born August 4 1851 in Keokuk Iowa he moved to Minneapolis then Waterloo 21 years ago. Survived by widow and three sons A R Rice Berkeley Cal Harry B Rice Salt Lake City Utah J D Rice Waterloo two brothers and three sisters. Body is at O Keefe &. Co.
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John Rice
Leland Avenue
F. W. Court
First
Methodist. Church
Rice
Waterloo
Novelty
Falls Avenue
Keokuk
Minneapolis
Minn
A. R. Rice
Berkeley
Cal
Harry B. Rice
Salt Lake City
Utah
J. D. Rice
O'Keefe
Funeral Viewings for Towne Mortuary Noted by Friends
Friends will view the body at Towne Mortuary before the funeral service. The arrangements indicate an hourlong viewing period prior to the burial, with details pending final scheduling.
Remarkable Home Treatment for Rheumatism
An advertised testimonial from Mark H. Jackson of Syracuse claims a personal recovery from muscular and sub acute rheumatism in 1893 after trying many remedies. He offers a free trial of an improved home treatment, asking readers to mail their name and address and promising eventual payment only if satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark H. Jackson
Durston
Syracuse
Jackson
Gray Hair Remedy Ad From Dr Paulson in New York
A long standing New York physician Dr A L Paulson shares a home remedy to color gray hair. The ad promotes Orlex powder dissolving in water to tint hair to black or brown, claiming it won’t rub off or be greasy and will make a gray head look twenty years younger with full usage directions and a gold bond guarantee.
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A. L. Paulson
M. D
New York City
A Silent but Effective Salesman A For Sale Adt in Courier
A compact for sale advertisement in the Courier showcases a low-key salesman approach. The note emphasizes reliability and value, targeting local buyers with practical pricing and concise product details. The ad highlights trusted service and immediate availability.
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The
Courier
How Much Tobacco Will My Heart Stand
A health warning urges quitting tobacco citing heart strain and decay from smoking, chewing or pipe use. It promotes Nicotol tablets with doctor endorsements and a money back guarantee, claiming rapid reduction of tobacco desire and eventual quitting. Local drugstores stock the remedy.
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Marguerite Boyd
H.C. Boyd
M. E. Church
G. A.R
Katharine Flynn
G. A. R. Vonxmander
Qrenses
United Services
R.j.rice
Isement
Wangler Bros. Co
Connor
Johns. Hopkins Hospital
Angler Bros
W. Schunemaa
America
Rynearson & Koch
Hinmon and
Stout
Washington St
Sarsa“ Hood Sparta
Ibronchitis
Chamberlain Medicina Ce
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