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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1926
Page
1
Police detail a Whittemore gang known for bold jewel robberies and two murders. Members including Richard Whittemore and accomplice known as the Tiger Girl face charges after arrests at clubs and rooms. The gang boasted a weapon arsenal and sought gambling profits and luxury living.
The report details Keyes identifying a man connected to William Desmond Taylor's death and notes interviews and statements stored in the district attorney's files. It mentions alleged acquaintances including Mary Mijes and Mabel, with sources saying evidence exists at the DA's office and statements were taken in.
Chariton March 24 AP The discovery that black limestone, a byproduct from castables in this area, has qualities for road work and construction will end shipping this stone from distant states at high cost. The Iowa Highway Commission endorses the product for paving. It withstood acid tests and temperature, showing crushing strength and low absorption. The limestone is being rapidly spaced for use in road paving projects statewide.
Margly Langlan, 14, daughter of the keeper at Sabetelea Lighthouse near Cambridge, kept the beacon flashing for three nights. With food scarce she fulfilled her father’s duties, lighting the lantern every four hours as waves raged and rescue attempts failed. Her courage eased parental worry while coastwise crews fought to reach the light.
A revivalist arrest followed a disturbance at a roadhouse where a man and revivalist caused a noise complaint. The incident led to police action and involved a federal cre ficto authority at Leeg Auten.
The report notes eight people were arrested for disorderly conduct over several days. Names and exact locations are unclear but include references to Watertag and Waterlan. marriage licenses are listed for several individuals.
Dr Keyes, Cornell and Harvard educated archaeologist, leads a State Historical Society survey tracing four prehistoric Towa cultures across Iowa. He describes Algonquin, Hopewell, northeastern shell-tempered pottery, and buffalo-using groups, with deep village deposits and long-term occupation along Cedar River regions near Waterloo, Waverly, and Cherokee.
The upcoming Magnetisuy event at Cry will be the subject of a church series at the Urton Avenue Baptist church led by Rev Willigin Wilking. The Young Married Women league will lead the program with Mrs Arthur Papin providing commentary and Mes Lewis W. Cites delivering testimony.
Des Moines reports Attorney General Ben J. Gibson issued opinions on March 24. He states dog tax becomes a lien on real estate if unpaid and treats it as a personal property tax within existing statutes. Other opinions cover public salaries, cattle compensation, and power company fees.
A sparse OCR snippet mentions a contest between J and COMME with unclear references to Cedar Fully Lestlergh and Margi. Specific results, dates, venues, or participants are not discernible, leaving the outcome and roles of entities ambiguous.
Chicago March 24 AP Maurie Rubens composer of Music for musical comedies says a silver lining appears for dancers unable to learn the Charleston He says he is rewriting the entire score of 21 and working to remove tunes that give headaches as people want tunes that are easier to learn and less jarring.
Remains of Stephen Stovenshead, lifelong La Porte City and Waterloo resident, arrive in Waterloo after death Monday. Born April 27, 1859, he lived in Waterloo 26 years with late wife’s passing seven years ago, later with sister Mrs. Lydia Gipe in Republican City. Funeral in La Porte City. Mrs. W. J. Conner funeral held in O’Keefe Towne chapel with Rev Father Edsaeed Slate officiating. remains later sent to Sterling for burial. Ada Tmonth-old Marshall funeral at Mayom Brothers chapel with Rev Flt Mochiman officiating. survived by parents and a baby brother.
Washington March 24. A Farm Committee plans strenuous night sessions to push through its program of legislation, despite doubts the measure will pass. Hearst attacked eastern ads as propaganda, while Fort pressed on whether Iowa conditions justify prosperity claims and questioned media bias.
The Republican steering committee in the house sidetracked the all-American canal project for New York state. The proposal received no debate and could not be included in the omnibus measure at the time.
L E Park announces extensive remodeling of the building on Fourth Street to create a two story mixed use block with a beauty parlor and barber shop and apartments at the rear. Exterior will be stucco. Building permits were issued for other small projects including a residence remodel at Rhin Street and two garages on Berteh and Fowler avenues.
Plans were announced for morning devotional services at Presbyterian Hospital to accommodate nurses with irregular hours. Superintendent IC Mascain noted previous barriers including lack of a suitable space and musical accompaniment. Rev F Herbert MockhImann organized a subscription to fund an instrument, delivered today, enabling nurses to conduct their own services with occasional involvement of a local minister.
A triple quarantine exists at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wo Ani helm at 192 California Street. A two year old daughter was quarantined March 4 for scarlet fever, while her mother Talay was quarantined for the same disease and her brother William contracted measles.
Rivera, an Italian mine worker at Consol, Ta., was found dead on the bank of the Iowa river this morning. The throat wound was inflicted by a Tazer grasped in his hand. Car wires indicate injuries from a separate accident. Rivera received hospital treatment.
Kelting and Bittner, two brothers who grew up apart under different names, were reunited this weekend after 33 years. Adopted with two other siblings, they found each other with help from Postmaster Ray Egert. Their mother lives in Iowa. two other brothers are in Minnesota and Iowa, while a sister resides in North Dakota.
Washington March 24 The senate privileges and elections committee was called to meet to discuss a final report on the Brookhart Steck contest. A recount error of 3000 votes has been found, altering reports favoring Brookhart and Steck. The error reportedly increases Brookhart's chances for reelection as per his supporters.
Cedar Falls March 24. Jepsen stole a march on gardeners when she had Lovis Hansen plant potatoes in her garden this morning, nine days in advance of Good Friday. About 100 hills were planted.
Burlington Ta March 24 AP Mark Pistorius of Burlington prominent in Hi Y and conference work and a leader in high school activities has been chosen Iowa's delegate to the international Y M C A boys conference in Messingfors Finland according to word received here today Unofficial word from regional headquarters in Chicago and verified by Gilman of the C A at Mason City Iowa
Athinta Ga March 24 The Georgia prison commission refused to recommend clemency to life imprisonment. The death sentences of Ted L Coggeshall, Clayton, Fla and Floyd Messelland Brockton NC stand. They are scheduled for execution tomorrow for the murder a year ago of Prof W C Wright superintendent of Putnam county schools.
C. Webty, an employee of the Central railroad, pleaded guilty to illegal possession of liquor in municipal Court this afternoon. Judge Fudge T. Beem sentenced him to pay a $100 fine and costs. $50 of the fine must be paid by April with the remainder suspended on payment.
J W Armstrong 69 of 745 Kern Street dropped dead at 9 23 am today while shopping at the McKinney grocery Parker Street. Death caused by heart trouble. Wife notified and attempted revival. son G T Armstrong 2237 Conger Street also summoned. Born January 23 1860 in Troy New York. Moved with family to Farley then Waterloo over 50 years ago. Married Mary Jane Long January 19 1898 at Janesville Wisconsin. Surviving wife three sons Gordon Gerald J Armstrong, a brother George Armstrong of Kennewick Washington and eleven grandchildren. Funeral Friday from O Keeffe & Towne mortuary to Episcopal church at 1 pm. Burial in Farley cemetery beside eldest son Rene died May 20 1979.
Mrs Eleanor Childs widow of Edmond C Childs longtime Waterloo resident and benefactor in religious educational and charitable causes died at Presbyterian hospital at 9 45 am after six weeks hospitalization and a left femur fracture. She supported First Baptist Church the organ memorial at the church and the Des Moines Baptist university dormitory endowment and town farm investments. Born in 1833 she came west with her parents settling in Mendota then Water loo where she and Charles Childs built a home. She and Charles had no children and are survived by nephews Wil Dix and Jamesville and others. Body at Petersen Brothers mortuary.
On motion by William A Cook eminty attorney the case of State against Albert Tennis was dismissed in district court today by Judge HB Stiles with costs taxed to the defendant Dennis was indicted last November charging embezzlement by misappropriating about $2 while driving a tank wagon for Hawkeye Oil Company, Fre has been at Shorts under $400 bonds, now released.
Union men and their families, about 109 in number, enjoyed hospitality at Sha Wenar's laborTateaw ofp Carpentere, followed by music and recitations. Supper was served at 7 20 p.m. and the newly installed piano was unveiled for the first time. M. J. Castros, past president of the Central Governion, and F. P. Barnes gave addresses.
Salvation Army self denial week will run from March 27 to April 4 under Eddie Bowe, local corps commandant. Bowe explained the annual program funds mission work by denying basic items to boost home and foreign missions, noting international reach with 183 flag waves in 81 countries over 40 years and services in 18 languages.
Former Governor Jonathan M. Davis and son Russell Davis face trial in Shawnee County District Court on charges of accepting a pardon bribe. The case centers on a $1,250 pardon ward that the governor allegedly signed and the son delivered with the father’s knowledge. The defense plans to show the transactions occurred without the governor’s information.
Five men were heard via WGCO broadcasts at stations in the northwest last night. Radio listeners perceived heart sounds through a special stethoscope and three-tube amplifier, with the heartbeat resembling distant water rushing through pipes. The opening and closing of heart valves were reportedly discernible.
Police said murder charges probably will be filed against Larry Graham as they continue to search for him after John Durty died at Broadlawns Hospital. Duffy, initially reluctant to name his assailant, later identified Graham.
Des Moines March 24. Charles A. Uaydell Crestan was elected president of the Sons Amngiv Teachers association at the closing session today. Tobert Meus of Iowa State College Ames was elected vice president and Ruth Stevenson of Webster City was named secretary and treasurer.
East High students will compete next week in extemporaneous speaking with seven entrants. Finals likely Friday April 2, with judges drawing subjects from Digest and Review windows. The winner advances to district meet and possibly state title. district site not yet selected.
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