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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1912
Page
7
Burch Bros presented its annual opening last evening on Fourth Street East with twenty five models showcasing a full line of ladies misses and children's wear. The store transformed into a garden setting with stages and displays from stock. The event ran over two hours with music by The Metropolitan Orchestra and attracted broad public attention.
Mr and Mrs AL Whitmore mourn the sudden death of their only child Geraldine age one year. After a brief illness a final decline led to her passing at six o clock in the evening. The cause listed is intestinal poisoning. Grandparents J A Whitmore and 20 Pose travel from Cedar for the funeral in Vietnam with a prayer service tomorrow.
A former federal prisoner William Smith alias Brown escaped from Langone state penitentiary where he served time for burglary. He had admitted placing dynamite and guns in the U S prison five months earlier intended for use in an assault.
In New York the attendant to Dr. Mary Walker reports the physician refuses outside care. The caretaker notes sleepless nights, demands and that only she and a Japanese servant can tend Walker, who remains mentally alert and observant of her progress. Relatives are urged to share responsibility despite Walker’s wishes.
The fragment discusses new SA tax law changes affecting mortgages and valuation methods. It mentions a $1400 mortgage tax, conlinary text references, and concerns about income shifts under the new regime, with mentions of rates, valuations, and potential orders or statements.
March 17 report from Fairbank recounts business calls in Oelwein and Waterloo, deaths in Oak Park and Fairbank, party nominations for Citizens and People's tickets, and social events. John Lehnkuhl of Oak Park dies. John Lubmikuhl dies in Oelwein after a sudden illness. Funeral service held at the Lutheran church. interment in Fairbank cemetery.
Mrs. Cummings and children return to Lansing Minnesota after a week with relatives in Eagle Center. Shoppers and social visits noted across Waterton, Waters, and Waibergan. Local folks mentioned include Mr and Mrs Klein, Mr and Mrs Schaefer, and Philip Troat who is ill. The column ends with a local ad for Champerkins Stomach and Liver Tablets.
The article notes Julian W. Richards as the sole candidate for the East Waterloo river front commissioner vacancy with no opposition. If his name appears on ballots, observers believe he may gain support. if omitted, supporters contend the name could still influence results after votes are counted.
Reports from the corn belt warn of a seed corn shortage with many ears failing to germinate due to cold winters and late rains. Farmers are urged to test each ear, discard weak or nongerminating kernels, and ensure planters drop the correct number of seeds. A germinator method and careful planting are recommended to avoid disastrous losses.
Five men compete for city posts but Roger Smith's fate remains unresolved after a two year absence. Richards faces no opposition yet lawmakers argue vacancy must be filled at the first city election. Supporters plan to add Richards to voting machines or pursue a mandamus to force entry.
Farmers flock to Vaughan's salesroom at Sixth and Commercial for a school of demonstration and instruction on farm machines. Factory representatives explain equipment, and many attend the sale with reduced prices, as the event continues tomorrow.
A town committee formed by the Town Criers plans entertainment for tomorrow in Waterloo. They will receive suggestions related to drafting an employers liability measure.
Five representatives from Boity and Workmen’s Compensation Act will arrive tomorrow morning after 9 and attend a full day session at the Ellis Hotel starting 10 o’clock. Builders’ association members will visit the commission during the day. manufacturers may also call and offer suggestions. A small chimney fire at 12:30 at 1126 Sycamore street caused very slight damage. Also an ad seeks a good woman cook for Union House in Oclwein Ta, and a lost automobile crank is reported at the east side waiting station.
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