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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1926
Page
13
The article reviews Chilean acceptance of a U S mediation offer in the Tacna Arica dispute, noting conflicting statements by American officials about conditions. It also critiques diplomatic handling, suggests a misstep in sending a military rather than a diplomat, and covers other political items including a Woodlock confirmation and prohibition reform debates.
Washington dispatch notes Republicans face a precarious Senate balance as seven Democratic seats in the South are up for election, with Democrats likely to defend all seven and Republicans expected to lose ground amid the 1920s realignment and postwar political shifts. The piece discusses current party majorities, vulnerable GOP members, and the historical context shaping the 1926 races.
Senator Borah of Idaho warned in the Senate that disaster could come at the next election unless farm relief is considered. He questioned administration commitment and urged action, while Senators Blease Brookhart and others urged plans and duties for Congress to address farmers' needs.
Fort Madison March 27. The Santa Fe Railroad charged the Fort Madison fire department toll to cross the bridge into Illinois to fight a blaze destroying a new bridge boom. A firefighter with no money borrowed a nickel to return after the job, while the bridge tender called it ordinary.
Barbara Bennett, 21, and her maid Marguerite Rosselli were rushed to a city hospital after Bennett attempted suicide by swallowing acid during a quarrel with a sweetheart. The maid slapped away the bottle, but both women were splashed by the liquid.
Milwaukee dispatch reports Margaret Prevatt an 18 year old Green Bay student, died after placing an electric curling iron in a tub of water to curl her hair. The device delivered a 120 volt shock to her body.
A riot in Kweilin 600 miles northwest of Hong Kong involved mobs storming an American missionary compound and a Chinese Christian in charge. Soldiers dispersed the rioters as a later proclamation claimed a levy on Christians and threatened to drive them from southern China.
Des Moines reports ex Governer George W Clarke named campaign chairman for Senator Cummins with a statewide drive to begin immediately. A 11 district committees and county organizations will mobilize volunteers as nominating papers circulate. Clarke praised Cummins as vital to party welfare and projected a strong renomination bid.
Nocturnal Adoration society members will visit Chicago in June to attend the International Eucharistic congress. Rev Foley announced an appeal to various chapters urging delegates to come. A special appeal targets the Society of Perpetual Adoration meeting nightly in Paris' Basilica of Saint Meart.
Washington March 27. An association opposed to prohibition proposes to pay for a free dry poll for reputable congressmen chosen by their constituents. Founder HH Stayton says the poll would cover all registered voters in the district and allow the congressman to name ballot counters. Stayton notes many undecided members are dry on prohibition, seeking to reflect true voter sentiment.
Des Moines reports Attorney General Ben Gibson has joined with the Town Radio listeners league to curb radio interference statewide. He will target manufacturers of radio sets that cause interference and mobilize state officials to support radio listeners nationwide, with cooperation from the engineering department at Iowa State College conducting experiments.
Blizzard swept the island of Yero and the northern region near Japan, with first reports indicating heavy casualties. A railway train carrying sixty passengers was halted in the area, and rail lines were blocked, trapping others aboard.
A fragmented AP report describes Carol claiming a royal figure refused an offer to drive a barge, with mentions of Pariel Meret 27 and Avante CF speed in May. The text is garbled and uncertain but centers on a courteous refusal by a royal personage and a suite member responding to an offer.
Detroit police report two fatally shot and one wounded in three shootings spanning tonight and early morning. A cigar store robber, Leo White, 30, was killed by plainclothes officers while attempting a hold up. A streetcar conductor Leroy Coble was fatally shot by two assailants two hours later. Policeman Boyd Bedore was found mortally wounded in a gambling house stairway. his revolver and coat lay nearby.
Vancouver, California and Chicago ties emerge as Burkhardt a member of the Unis commerce commission and brother in law of former Mayor William Hale Thompson says brain fatigue and amnesia forced his departure to the Pacific Northwest. He was found later in a convalescent home and sent a letter to his family in Palm Beach California.
Forecaster notes a week of variable conditions with potential snow or rain. Temperatures expected near to below normal with possible shifts in precipitation from Monday through the week.
Rivals Rector Slippy and Barber run closely in the Waterloo mayoral contest. Tibbits is viewed as the favorite by supporters while the outcome remains in voters hands with no pre election predictions.
Polls open Monday at 7 a.m. for Waterloo voters as 26 candidates contest 14 city posts. Glen A. Tibbitts leads the mayoral field. Leon AL Link and others seek council seats. Election notes show past vote tallies and ongoing campaigns ahead of the April 1 vote.
Mason City March 27 ULP reports labor leader Pawl W. Smith representing William Green president of the American Federation of Labor denounces a drift toward dictatorship. He says Senator Brookhirt will lose his seat for not backing “the Interests” and predicts small banks will be swallowed by a business oligarchy led by Elbert Gary, seeking to control government and press.
The elder plant culturist Burk Burbank, aged 76, was ordered to his bed by Dr Joseph H Shaw of Sun Tse after a stroke. He is forbidden to receive visitors as he undergoes treatment and rest.
A massive tornado swept Turkestan harming Pashkent and surrounding areas. Roads and rail lines were torn up as hundreds of houses collapsed and livestock perished. The government mobilized troops to assist victims and assess the damage.
Authorities in Ohio and Michigan search for Miss Galden Francis of Roanoke Ohio after she allegedly shot Marl Williams, age 32, yesterday near Zanesville. Williams, once Francis's employer, was wounded and in guarded condition.
Avis Petersen of Falls in March celebrated her twenty second birthday with a party for 20 friends at 415 Washington Street. She has resided here seven years.
Paris reports turmoil as the cabinet discusses counter proposals from the Chamber of Deputies budget committee. Prime Minister Peyet faces a delicate financial program with fears of catastrophe if reform stalls.
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