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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1915
Page
6
Des Moines reports describe the Iowa legislature pressuring adjournment dates and sifting committees. Lawmakers suggest that calendar placement of dry bills signals neither urgency nor final action, while committees and motions to reconsider shape the timing.
A sales-promotional advertisement touts Hyomei as a cure for catarrh by killing germs. It asserts sprays and salves offer only temporary relief and promotes inhaled Hyomei as the best method, claiming it reaches nose and throat tissues and destroys the disease. The ad notes Waterloo Iowa retailers and a money back guarantee with a free rubber halter for complete treatments.
An old advertisement claims Pape's Diapepsin quickly relieves indigestion gas heartburn and sour stomach in five minutes. The ad emphasizes harmlessness promise money back if not satisfied and urges keeping it at home for day or night stomach regulation.
A large senate calendar holds major rail industry hearings on passenger fare increases in Iowa. Railroad executives and lawyers will present arguments as they campaign for a broader public discussion in coming years. A judiciary panel approved a newspaper libel bill favored by Caswell amid talk of amendments.
Julius Johnson of 711 Pacific Street reported two youths about 20 held him up at gunpoint near Third and Pieren around 1 AM. He lost $10 and a ring or watch, described as a reddish back, but no suspects were found when police responded about 30 minutes later.
Des Moines March 17 Richard T Wellslager a longtime and prominent businessman died at his Grand avenue home at 9 oclock Monday night after several weeks illness He had not fully recovered from the shock of the death of his son in law J D Whiseland and had remained at his desk at the Central State Bank daily until his illness began about eight weeks ago
Le Mars March 17 Mr J L Reeves a well known physician of this city shot his wife yesterday inflicting three wounds one in the neck another in the chin and one in the stomach Domestic trouble is the cause as cribed They were married about a year ago she was his second wife The woman is in serious condition.
Mrs. Cecelia Williamson of Sheldon sues Barney Bunkers of Remsen in district court over an October 10 crash on Idon street that killed her 8-year-old son Harold after injuries. She seeks 5,235 dollars in damages.
In Columbus Junction on March 17, Mrs. Charles James, about 35, was badly burned when kerosene spilled on her apron and flames ignited her clothing while lighting lamps. Neighbors aided, but most clothing burned from her lower body. prognosis poor. Her husband and four children survive. Earlier, Miss Orpha Jennings died from injuries after kerosene turpentine and lard mixture exploded on a stove nearby.
Fort Dodge March 17 The case of Dr Mayer Budyk of Dirhuque against the Minneapolis and St Louis railroad for damages 50000 for injuries from a wreck at Callender July 25 1910 settled out of court for 1091 15. Jurors excused till 9:10 Wednesday morning. Mrs Mrazek vs Illinois Central for 320000 death of son killed west of the city about 18 months ago continued. Born Co vs Ro FE Whipple to be tried Wednesday morning if not settled. Chicken pie dinner at Central Christian church tonight 3c. Adverts show grocery deals and free samples from various stores.
Des Moines Iowa March 17 United States district attorney Claude J Porter announced he will prosecute several individuals charged with migratory game law violations after returning from Washington where he will confer with the attorney general on upcoming district cases He said data from Washington shows direct government involvement and promised to act promptly to enforce bird protection laws Also noted was a forthcoming motion for a new trial in the plumbers case set for March 30 and Porters plan to discuss the matter with federal officials in Washington before returning home
Mrs Matt Lesley and children of Dewar visit her sister Schneider and relatives. Toe Greany family spent Sunday at Blessing. Arl Beek and daughter toured Waterloo. Leo Bedard holds an selling out sale today. Sucher, Cedar Falls business scatter, was seen there. Jake Brown improves after illness. Beatrice Andrews and Tomer Lumbus wed in Waterloo on Saturday. Carl Schaefer ill with grippe. Helen Keller’s contract here cancelled. she will appear in Waterloo on April 28 per ads.
Harold F Whittle newly named Sterling and Rock Falls Commercial Club secretary writes in Illinois papers on commercial organizations. He traces organized efforts from real estate and press clubs to civic clubs and argues cities depend on organized cooperation for growth and loyalty to the club.
Ingeborg Johnson seeks divorce from G H Johnson alleging cruel treatment and desertion since 1914 with custody of their 11 year old Mildred. Jessie A Machamer sues Thomas B Machamer for divorce alleging addiction to alcohol since their marriage. Ira Rodamar named administrator of Jesse N Shick estate and George J Thomas named administrator of his father Joseph D Thomas estate valued at 3000 dollars.
An ad describes dissolving dandruff with four ounces of liquid argon applied nightly. It claims after four applications dandruff, itching, and signs vanish and hair looks better. It promotes argon as inexpensive and available at drug stores.
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