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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1926
Page
9
The piece urges adults to vote, noting registration costs in Chicago and the overall election process. It highlights the need to choose wisely, discusses Gov. Slamwill’s testimony stance, and mentions political maneuvering as Democrats seek issues alongside a shifting national scene.
Washington March 29. Hammill Iowa declined to reappear before the house agriculture committee amid ongoing farm relief debate. He argues he is sufficiently informed to aid passage and questions further interrogations. The committee plans to continue hearings as Congress debates a revised bill giving farmers control of marketing, stabilizing prices, and a federal farm board with a $250 million fund.
Dr. M. J. Seiffert of the Gorgas Memorial Institute cautions middle aged golfers that heart disease can cause death on the course from actions during play. He urges pre-season physical exams to prevent these fatalities and notes many cases stem from unsuspected heart conditions.
Col Morton Mumma, commander of the ROTC unit at the University of Town, called Harvey Ingham and other pacifists silly and labeled their views as propaganda and prejudiced. He argued compulsory military training shapes a warlike mindset and challenged critics to prove any statement suggesting another path for students.
Chicago report says Mrs. Rose Dickman, 23, committed suicide after being rebuked for smoking cigarets in public by her husband and a Joliet country club steward. The domestic dispute escalated at their Joliet home suburb, leading to the fatal act.
Washington March 29 UPI Senator Borah Republican Idaho offered an amendment in the Senate to the Edge prohibition referendum. The amendment would ask voters nationwide whether actual repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment is desired. The referendum would merely query if any change is wanted.
Jadward Jensen of Sioux City pleaded guilty in Dubuque district court to illegal transportation of liquor after police found a large amount of alcohol in his automobile. He was fined 400 dollars, his car was confiscated, and he faced sentencing before Judge Nelson.
The famed botanist Luther Burbank shows improved health after a period of overwork and is seen visiting his gardens in Santa Rosa. Dr Joseph Po Shaw notes no current cause for worry, and Burbank's public appearances resume. A separate item reports Washington approving the Cranton bill extending civil service protection to prohibition unit employees without a record vote.
In North Carolina Deputy Sheriff Black Binghamton arrested Dr Edwyn P. Oshaldeston, age 93, for horse stealing dating back to 1880. Governor Moore refused extraterritorial extradition while Oshaldeston vows to fight, citing a long-remembered case and a desire for justice. The arrest follows a report from Friday and a prior escape incident, with deputy posters present.
Voter turnout single polls low. 3000 ballots cast by 1 p.m. with aims for a larger total. Tibbitts and Rector lead a tight race as supporters claim momentum, while observers expect a close contest for Waterloo mayor with heavy campaign effort and election-day organization.
Snowdrifts trap scores of autos between Colorado Springs and Denver as a cold front sweeps the Rocky Mountain region. The weather man reports no relief soon with continued fall of snow since Wednesday and winds extending toward Albuquerque. Weather observer warns more snow and a prolonged cold spell ahead.
Washington March 29 AP Assistant Secretary Andrews of the treasury in charge of the city enforcement organ was summoned today as the first witness to appear next Monday before their judiciary committee at tear of bills to modify the prohibition laws.
Courier promises delivery before a set time and offers redelivery if late. Readers should call 5100 to obtain a copy of the paper and ensure the office is notified before the new pope is announced.
The death of Philippe, duke of Orleans, heralds the end of a long paraded claim to the French throne. Pneumonia ended his life as relatives including his sister Amélie and former queen of Portugal were by his side in Palermo. His surviving heir is Prince Jean of Orléans.
Chicago dispatches report Big Tim Murphy arriving at Dearborn station returning from prison. He was convicted in 1921 for conspiracy connected to a $385,000 mail robbery. The former labor boss was met by few supporters as he faced possible government action over an unpaid $14,000 fine.
Chicago reports Marty Durkin, accused slayer of David Shanahan, will face murder trial on May 3. Judge Harry Aliller set the date in criminal court as the state seeks to counter Durkin's renewed pursuit of Betty Werner, a key witness and former fiancée. Durkin's capture followed a St Louis flight and intertwined romance adds tension to the case.
Iowa City march 29 74 Senator James Brookhart of Washington Iowa argues the University of Iowa and Iowa State College engineers should oversee Iowa State Highway Commission work. He claims the commission costs 759000 annually and is wasted. calls for state schools department supervision.
Heavy snow and cold sweep the Midwest as Chicago and Keokuk report subfreezing temperatures around 24 degrees. Firefighters in Keokuk struggled to respond early today as two trucks became stuck while answering an alarm. a house was destroyed and police investigate the blaze.
In Milwaukee on March 29 Sid Keyes aged 28 collapsed to death from heart disease while waiting in the wings for his cue at a local theatre. His divorced wife Natacha tot hova, connected to Rudolph Valentino, rushed to his side. Keyes was a novice actor with his mother among the audience.
Appanoose County officials plan a radio broadcast Tuesday night to promote the good roads idea ahead of the April election. WDAX will be used by the county Good Roads association during the campaign as women report active involvement in the effort.
A garbled notice reports a former president associated with a medical UFC Ingurange company being caught by officers. It mentions joining the American Legion and paying 1926 dues, with Commander Dallniat referenced, but details are unclear due to damaged text.
Watertown Ice Cream president Rowood Crowell recently returned from a Pacific trip and deems Hawaii overrated as a playground for Americans. He says Step to Honolulu is not worth the long voyage and that after a week on the water and island sights, travelers will want to return home.
William H. Safford of Chicago heard Rugby England voice his son in law Arthur A. Oswald over a telephone line after Rugby's radio station transmitted the message. The broadcast crossed the Atlantic chain from Rugby to an unknown Maine coast station, then to New York and Chicago, claimed as the first Europa Chicago telephone link.
London March 28 The Prince of Wales underwent a slight operation at St James Palace to relieve pain from an ear abscess triggered by influenza. A bulletin posted at 2145 hours confirmed the procedure, shocking a public accustomed to his robust health.
Des Moines Mirel Froper publicaty for the work of Ths wil be shuddied by a number of Inwa clubwomen let UPd P attend the press and publicity of the general federation Ont men's clubs biennial convention at Atlanticity New Jersey May 87.
Chicago election authorities announced that 215,217 voters were removed from the registration rolls, citing address changes and unlocated notices as reasons. Officials warned the net gain of 6,121 registered voters could be wiped out in ongoing hearings as political factions weighed in on the Wholesale erasures.
A district court suit by the Insurance Loan & Investment Co. charges Ivan G. Londergan and S. Londergan with defrauding the company of substantial sums and alleges Londergan took notes of about $23,509 while planning a merger with Des Moines Life Insurance. Smalling, former Medical Life manager, was arrested for conspiracy to defraud. authorities report Londergan was last seen in Des Moines before heading to Jacksonville, Florida.
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