Aerial Tixito to Offer Sky Trips at Byrnes Park Tomorrow
Miller-Scales Aero will run passengers over the city with exhibition flights at 2:30 and 5:30 PM from Byrnes park. Pilots Lieut. Milo Miller Earl Campbell and Walter F. Kelley will fly, with Sky taxi trips priced at 10 dollars. Ground rules call for cars to park on Fourth Street to protect the field.
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Byrnes Park
Miller- Scales Aero Company
Milo Miller
Earl Campbell
Walter F. Kelley
Brynes
Miller
Kelly Flying
Campbell
Miller-Scales Aero Company
Fourth Street
Freight cut on Chicago Des Moines move at ICC hearing
Shippers pressed for deeper freight rate cuts during an Interstate Commerce Commission hearing in Chicago. The ICC proposed lowering first class rate from 76 to 69 cents per hundred but shippers seek 67 cents. for fourth class merchandise the ICC proposed 34 to 34.5 cents while shippers want 33.5 cents.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission
Des Moines
Vast Barge Shipment Clears at St. Louis
St Louis May 1 largest river freight movement since 1918 left today six barges carrying about 5000 tons for Memphis and New Orleans. Five barges head to New Orleans with freight for transshipment to Europe and South America. Yardmen strike blamed for reduced water traffic and its secure character.
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Associated Press
St. Louis
Mississippi
Memphis
New Orleans
Europe
South America
Miner school appoints first man principal for fall
Cedar Falls May 1 C C Ford of Waverly elected principal of Miner building for next year. He will be the first man to serve as Miner school principal. Ford buys 1110 State street property. starts duties in September. Ward previously led Irving Ward school in Waverly for five years. Mrs Garrett retires and will not seek re election to attend college. The Woman's club banquet at Bartlet hall drew 125 members with toasts on Our Club and The Meaning of the Ballet to Women, plus dancing by college students.`
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Cedar Falls
C. C. Ford
Waverly
Miner Building
Woman's Club
Bartlett Hall
John Robinson
Anna Gertrrude Childs
Atolian Club
A. E. Jones
Nashua
Benjamin Hill
Washington Street
Bethlehem Church
Tyler
Minn
Currie-Simpson Wins Maynard School Contract
Waterioo firm Currie-Simpson awarded contract for consolidated high and elementary school at Maynard. Project cost $140,000 with fireproof building plan by Waterioo architects Netcott and Netcott to commence immediately.
Long Hip Roof Adds Distinction To This Frame Cottage
Designer Charles Sedgwick presents an artisanal frame cottage with a long graceful roof line and brick trim. The sun parlor leads to a living room with a brick fireplace and curved stair, while a practical kitchen and dining area minimize steps. The 24 by 38 foot first story and second floor layout include three large bedrooms, baths, and ample storage, all finished in oak and birch with Washington forage accents.
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Washington
Weat Second St
Argyle
Oak Avenue
West Second Street
West Fifth St
I. G
Wellington SC
Legion Opposed to American Cash for German War Orphans
Becker Chapman post No. 138 American Legion publicly opposes soliciting U S funds for German and Austrian war orphans. The April 30 1920 resolution denounces German propaganda and vows to block drives aiding Germans and German interests. Adjutant Douglas Bragdon signed the statement.
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Legion
Becker- Chapman Post
American Legion
America
Tne
East
Becker-Chanman Post
United States
Berty Bonds
Douglas Bragdon
First Baptist May breakfast sparks unusual church supper
The church supper turns into a culinary classic with waffles potatoes eggs and coffee served by women from the church. Separate note mentions the government selling many small Cincinnati houses and buyers moving homes by truck or trailer.
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Cincinnati
Boy Scouts Enjoy First Hike of the Season
Troops Nos. 1 and 3 take a day hike along the river under Judge George W. Wood scoutmastership. Overnight plans are shelved due to rain. a hunt for fresh fish targets Judge John Williams. A Fayette Scout Carnival plan emerges from Upper Iowa University with Waterlooo Dubuque Mason City troops invited for July events.
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Boy Scouts
Gsorge W. Wood
John Williams
Jy i
Fred W. Frobie
Fayette
Upper Iowa University
Iowa
Waterlow Council
Dubuque
Ackley
Minnesota
Waterloo
Mason City
J’riday
Troy Scouts
Qttending
Upper Tews University
Nature Cures and Dr Pierce Pellets Promote Health
In spring many turn to nature for vitality and healing. The piece touts herbs and root remedies from Dr. Pierce of Buffalo, including Mayapple leaves, Aloo root, and Jalap, sold as Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets to relieve constipation and improve digestion and overall well being.
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Dr. Pierce
Pistol
May Breakfast at First Baptist Reopens after War Intermission
A large crowd attended the May breakfast at First Baptist church marking the event's return after a three year wartime hiatus. The crowd of over 200 men women and children enjoyed a hearty square meal and a welcome community gathering.
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First Baptist Church
Viand
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Charles
Sedgwick
ToMina Reem Sass
SUM Parlor
Chambef
Jan Nature
Paris
Pierce
Buffalo
Armory
Peavey
M. J. Pommer & CO
Jefferson Street
Fast Fifth Street Hardware CO
Sid Street
Insurance Service
Wack Hawk Bank
Paige Glenbrook
Frees
Specivezn, Sal
Paige
Detroit Motor Car Company
Detroit, Michigan
A. L. Bradley Motor Co
East 7Th St
Wayne
East Fifth Street Hardware Co
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