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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1915

Page

8

Decline Note on Frye Sinking Sent to Court

Washington May 5 the extent of the American note to Germany declining the suggestion that reparations for the sinking of the American liner Wm. P. Frye by the converted cruiser Prinz Hitel Friedrich was made public by the state department. The communication, presented to Berlin, reiterates indemnity representations and was sent through Ambassador Gerard to the German plex office.

Washington, D. C Germany Wm. P. Frye Pring Hitel Friedrich State Department Berlin Forplex Gerard

Turk Regiment Wiped Out at Dardanelles

A Mytilene dispatch says a Turkish regiment was annihilated in action at the Dardanelles last night. Allies reportedly ferried 1,000 more prisoners to Tenedos and Moudros. A squadron of Allied warships bombarded forts north of the Dardanelles and the Turkish encampment.

Paris Mytileno Huaras Dardanelles Tenedos Moudros

What is Really Being Done by the Modern Specialist in Chronic Diseases

Mrs. Bertha Wahl recounts a six year struggle with pain and illness and credits Dr. Myers, the German Specialist, with a bloodless method that rebuilt her health without surgery. He treats chronic stomach, liver, kidney, nerve, and other conditions at 712 Sycamore Street Waterloo, with hours 9 to 5 weekdays and evenings Monday, Wednesday, Saturday. Write for a free book The Dawn of a New Era in the Treatment of Chronic Diseases.

Sycamore Street Waterloo Town Ellis Hotel

Tide subsides as Gulf inundation drains farming lands

The tide continued to recede over the next hours, lifting water from miles of flooded farmland and some towns. West Angelton remained submerged while the Brazos district reported minimal operation today amid the rising water.

Gulf of Mexico West Angelton Lower Brazos

Union Delegation Meets Lawson on Arrival at Denver

Denver May 5 John R B Lawson Colorado member of the executive board of the United Mine Workers of America convicted of the murder of John Nimmo arrived in Denver from Trinidad today. His train was met by a delegation from the United Mine Workers and the Colorado Federation of Labor. Lawson said he has not decided on his course pending his motion for a new trial. He considers visiting his wife in Los Angeles but may stay in Colorado to aid in defense as miners in trouble need him.

Denver Colo John RB Lawson Colorado United Mine Workers of America John Nimmo Trinidad United Mine Workers Colorado Federation of Labor Los Angeles

Waterloo Car Shops Expand To Over 200 Workers

Waterloo becomes key Illinois Central west of Freeport hub as foreman Frank Fuller adds 25 men to the Waterloo car shops bringing the force to over 200. He expects a surge of cars tomorrow as the railroad readies rolling stock for grain, alfalfa, stucco and cement shipments from the district.

Waterloo Freeport Frank Fuller

Commencement Week Activities at East High

East High plans an extensive commencement week including a junior senior banquet May 28 in the high school building. Rev J R Macartney to deliver the baccalaureate sermon at Grace Methodist church May 30 with likely broad church participation. The class play A Midsummer Eve's Wish is set for May 31 at Waterloo theatre followed by diplomas for 34 girls and 19 boys on June 2 in the manual training auditorium. Alumni banquet slated for June 4 at Walnut Street Baptist or Grace Methodist. Class day date to be announced.

East High J. R. Macartney Grace Methodist Church Lkely Waterloo East Waterloo

Town Talk and Local Notices

Mrs. Fred H. Burk returns from Brainerd after her brother’s death. Hugh Rainwater learns his wife in Des Moines was hospitalized for an operation. Julian Ruddick of Waverly named trustee in bankruptcy filings of Herman and Adeline Schultz of Waverly. Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Merriau and daughter of Greene attend the Sousa band concert. Merriau is brother of F. S. Merriau.

Fred H. Burk Brainerd, Minn Hugh Rainwater Des Moines Julian Ruddick Waverly Herman Schultz Adeline Curtis Schultz N. A. Merriau Greene Mr. Merriau F. S. Merriau

New York Produce and Rural School Exam Order

New York markets show butter and eggs firmer with steady cheese and quiet poultry demand. An Iowa tornado at Mascatine on May 6 damaged farms, injuring two residents. heavy hail damaged crops further. Rural eighth grade exams set for tomorrow and Friday follow a fixed subject order across two days.

New York Iowa Mascatine Grand View Will Kimp Tom McDaniel Bard

Well Dressed English Robber Suspect Arrested

Sheriff Henderson reports the arrest of a 36 year old English suspect named Rushland on Sycamore street after a description from Philadelphia police chief Dennis. The man, seen at a Waterloo hotel, refuses to reveal his true name and offers no papers, saying he may talk later. The investigation continues with further wires expected.

Charles H. Dennis Philadelphia D. B. Henderson Rushland Roggers Rutland Ross Robins St Peet Sycamore Street Waterloo Sheriff Henderson Rogers Robing Wires Dennis

Sousa and His Band A Real Sousa Affair

Sousa and his band offer a lively program with organ, solos, and orchestral pieces presented at Chautauqua Coliseum. Miss Virginia Root soprano, Miss Margel Gluck violinist, and Mr. Herbert L. Clarke cornetist headline a May 5 performance in Des Moines. A. C. Wilson of Oelwein elected chairman of the state pharmacy commission for the coming year, with Harry E. Eaton re-elected secretary. forty-three members...

Sousa Chatauqua Coliseum Virginia Root Margel Gluck Herbert L. Clarke Des Moines A. C. Wilson Oelwein State Pharmacy Commission State House Harry Eb, Eaton Shenandoah

Pharmacy Exaction Graduates 106 Students

One hundred six persons completed the recent pharmacy examination with passing grades. George E. F. McGuire of Waterloo was among the successful examinees.

George EF. McGuire Waterloo

Garibaldi Celebration in Genoa Opens Monument Event

The May 6 1860 Garibaldi departure anniversary was celebrated at Quarto Sant Elena near Genoa with a large patriotic demonstration. Veterans of the Garibaldi expedition paraded as crowds cheered and a monument to Garibaldi was dedicated.

Genoa Italy Paris Garibaldi Sicily Quarto Sant ‘Elena Kingdom of Sardinia

Coliseum Warmth Clears Cold-Weather Fears

Knights of Pythias officials in charge of Coliseum crowd operations report the venue is comfortably warm for Sousi's afternoon and evening concert. They telephoned at 2 o'clock to say doors were opened as a result, countering public worries that the arena would be too cold for listening to the music.

Knights of Pythias Lodge Coliseum Sousi Colieum

Damaged Building to Be Repaired by Werner Contract

The building occupied by Kimmel and Co recently damaged by fire will be repaired at once. Henry Meyers, owner, awarded the contract to C H Werner. Werner asked for a sidewalk obstruction permit this morning and will start work immediately. The walls were not damaged but first and second floors require extensive repairs.

Kimmel & Co Henry Meyers C. H. Werner Werner

Meichott court tribe to meet in new hall Friday

Meichott court No 8 Tribe of Ben Hur schedules a Friday meeting at 8 o clock in the A O U W hall to pick a new meeting place. Dancing will follow for members and friends. Tabernacle chapter No 42 R A M meets Friday at 1:30 and 7:30 for B A degree work with supper at 6:30. All members and visiting companions are invited.

Meichott Court Tribe of

Furnished Rooms for Rent Near Presbyterian Hospital

Private modern home offers a furnished room four blocks from Presbyterian hospital with options for hoarding. Additional postings: three fully furnished rooms for light housekeeping at 612 Lime St with running water and electric lights. Other listings include Washington and Lime Street areas, lawn mower sharpening, and repair services at 224 Hammond.

Kent Presbyterian Hospital Washington Junion Depot Black South St R. B Hammond Lime St

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