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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1920
Page
4
In Washington, D C, Andrew Volstead defends the Volstead act amid debate. He recounts concessions that shaped the law including near beer allowances, home juice exemptions, and a physician prescription pint rule, arguing the nationwide measure is less strict than many state prohibitions.
In Washington on March 23 Senator Frelinghuysen introduced a bill to authorize the Treasury to issue up to 30 billion dollars in bonds. The new bonds would swap for Liberty bonds from the earlier series and could be exchanged at holders’ option. The issue would carry 3 1 2 percent interest, be redeemable in 50 years, and be exempt from most taxes except estate and inheritance duties.
Candidates and campaign workers pressed on with the city election effort despite rain. Outdoor meetings and factory visits at Waterloo Gasoline Engine and William Galloway plants had Mayors and Burr Brown meeting workers, sharing lunches, and shaking hands. Similar events will continue through the week with open floor gatherings tonight.
The Associated Press reports that all outstanding claims against the United States Fuel Administration will be liquidated by the secretary of the interior under a presidential executive order issued by President Wilson.
Washington March 23 The Pullman company gains ICC permission to file tariffs boosting berth rates about 20 percent The plan seeks minimums of $2 for standard fewer berths and 50 cents for seats Protests may be filed within 30 days and a hearing will follow.
Gabriele D Annunzio issues proclamation on the new Fiume republic stating every move aims at the annexation of Fiume to Italy. He says outcomes will be decided by city representatives though the steps remain unspecified.
Small squads of Independent Socialists arrive in Dusseldorf wearing red arm bands and carrying army rifles to join several thousand forces defending the city pending a government assault. The red army includes many communists and patrols the streets without disturbing the public. No disorders were reported.
Two Canadian government bond issues closed above par after a government authorization. One bond quoted 102 and another at 100142 while a third remained at par. Advances ranged from a quarter to a full point amid indications of stronger demand than supply and some issues below par. Tangins from $7 to 39 1-2.
Mrs. Jones Higgins widow of A E Higgins died at her daughter Mrs Pierre Mason's home in Los Angeles after moving from Waterloo about 15 years ago. The couple had one child, Mrs Mason. The insane son James Robert Williams died Sunday afternoon at the family home 506 Sunset Road. Brief prayer service set for Wednesday at 2 PM at O Keefe and Towne chapel with Rev F Court in charge.
The Prussian government orders disciplinary proceedings and immediate suspension of August Winning, president of East Prussia, and three other Koenigsberg officials. Similar steps target the Schleswig province president and another official. Also, Baker to visit Rock Island arsenal to inspect labor conditions with Stanley King next week.
Keota banker D. D. Crone, cashier of Farmers Savings Bank, ordered to report to federal court amid probe of the Daniel Hayes Land Co. scheme. Witness Stephen Luller testified he paid Crone a commission for selling land to Frank S. Dunshee and that Crone’s $6,000 went to the Daniel Hayes Co. as salary and commissions for seven months.
Robert Redington of Pittston 2a at 79 inches tall complains that local boarding houses cannot provide beds for him. The sergeant major of the 45th division glith field artillery band says he has slept on floors after trying furnished houses. He awaits employment through the service on arrival in New York. He plans to buy a bed after securing work.
Burglars stole liberty bonds from safety deposit boxes at the First National Bank in Greenwood Nebraska last night. They attempted to blow open the vault three times but failed to gain access to the bank's money. The total amount stolen remains undetermined.
President Wilson named Henry Morgenthau of New York former ambassador to Turkey as ambassador to Mexico. He will succeed Henry P. Fletcher who resigned after clashing with the administration's Mexican policy.
A correction notes that C. Be. Doak formerly of Cedar Falls and candidate on the Republican ticket for state railroad commissioner now resides in Decorah. The Courier previously mislisted his residence as Winthrop, Iowa, in Monday's edition.
At a Madrid meeting, railway men voted unanimously to strike at midnight across all Spanish railways, signaling a nationwide action. The move aims to press demands in ongoing labor disputes.
In 1916 a miner describes coal dust settling in his lungs and coughing fits. Doctors advised climate changes, then Milks Emulsion improved his condition, restoring sleep, appetite, weight, and work ability. The ad promotes Milks Emulsion as a palatable remedy with a money back guarantee, 60 cents to 1.20 per bottle.
Demand for foreign exchange stayed strong at the stock market open in New York. Sterling rose to 3 78 1 2 dollars, up 1 2 cent from yesterday, with Italian, French, and marks showing small gains or losses as the Canadian dollar held at 89 66 cents.
In Cincinnati, Nero the Numidian lion received ten manicures to trim overgrown forepaw nails. The procedure required forceful restraint and careful handling, with blacksmith nippers and a wooden gag used to prevent biting as handlers prepared and executed the manicure over several hours of prep.
War department stated officers reserve crops and regular army reserve will not be caused for training this year. Individual officers or reservists may volunteer for training.
Louisville reports the historic Kentucky Derby with 107 nominations set to open the Downs meeting on Saturday May 8. The article also details a separate large fire in Ennerum and local notices with community updates from Kolerum to Toddville IA.
Representative McFadden a Pennsylvania Republican introduced a bill in Washington to tax gold used in jewelry and manufacturing at ten dollars per ounce. The tax would be paid by producers for new production to protect the nation’s gold reserve.
Bern authorizes a 5 million franc loan with American bankers following a local plebiscite. The result was 9,487 in favor to 7,379 against. Northwestern University to raise tuition from 150 to 200 dollars as announced by Dean Roy C. Flickinger. Marriage licenses issued include William Frey and Grace Davies of Waterloo and George Lampman and Mary Nichols of Waterloo.
A Milwaukee freight handler credits Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery with renewed strength and endurance during spring and fall use. He endorses the tonic and Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets, praising the Buffalo hotel and institute’s facilities and recommending the alcohol-free remedy for blood purification. The letter cites a trial package offer and household use advice from Dr. Pierce’s offices.
Classified notices offer homes for sale with prices from 2250 to 8250, rooms and baths, oak finishes, and porches. Also listed are rental offices, income properties, furniture, appliances, and service ads with contact details and locations such as Nevada street Broadway and Leland Avenue.
Mrs J B Hattery will leave for Colfax Iowa to spend several weeks visiting Kangaroo farming in Australia. The kangaroo hides are valuable and the tendons extremely fine, prized by surgeons for stitching wounds and holding broken bones together.
An old fashioned advert promises every reader relief from burning and swollen feet with Tiz. It claims the product removes pain exudations and lets users wear smaller shoes. The copy urges purchase from druggists or department stores with a money back guarantee.
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