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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1926
Page
11
The 1930s era note on Sinclair Lewis refusing the Nobel style prize for a best presenting novel, arguing over attached judging conditions. contrast with the prize’s advertising potential and the broader debate on literary standards.
Washington report on the Haugen farm relief bill describes unprecedented introduction in a House committee, its four days of debate, and the plan’s coercive elements. Haugen argues for a statutory push to form farm co operatives, while opponents warn of forced cooperation and higher living costs.
Beeliner five year old Prancis Beeler, son of Mr and Mrs Otto Beeler, died at St Wranes hospital at 1 15 p m from burns on head and body suffered while playing at home when his clothing caught fire from matches. He was found by parents and rushed to hospital.
Everett May 6 AP Carmine La Priore 28 bought a pistol a year ago to use if the cops got fresh and is held without bail for the slaying of Patrolman P Staples after a gym fight during which Inspector John J Lonergan was wounded He was captured in a closet in a dining room after the house was fired on by police bullets Edith Doyle accused him of accosting her near her home as she returned from work.
In McCook Nebraska on May 6 AP reports final arguments in the Davis murder trial. Prosecutors planned rebuttal testimony as they seek to prove that Tsert M. Davis poisoned Mrs Blaiche A Davis to enable remarriage. Court staff expected jurors to hear the verdict today.
At Des Moines on May 6 a collection of letters by John and Charles Wesley and pewter chalices claimed to have been used by Rev. George Whitefield in Bristol in 1740 were presented to the First Methodist Church. Carl Weeks presented the relics and spoke of their English origin and early Methodist significance.
Des Moines hosts the Iowa Press association annual meeting with editors and publishers arriving at hotels. The program centers on country and daily paper editors with talks and discussions Friday and Saturday. Albert Des Moines hosts polo and a review. Frank Lawden, former Illinois governor, is set to speak at tomorrow night's banquet.
Diary says Mrs A J Cox alone on desert homestead was bitten by a rattlesnake and slit her foot wound. Unable to seek help, she shot her two young daughters and then killed herself to avoid a life of pain and starvation for them, Cox later found the scene on her ranch home.
AP reports Stuipueji Saklatvaia, a long time member of payline ment, was sentenced to two months imprisonment for making a seditious speech. He chose prison over providing surety to keep the peace. London observers note the general strike continues with no break in sight.
Des Moines May 6 An arrest of J W MacLennan of Oskaloosa Indiana self styled president of Oskaloosa college by federal authorities capped a year long probe into a diploma mill case. MacLennan sold degrees to mainly preachers teachers and professionals including doct ors degrees awarded to those outside Iowa for titles such as Doctor of Divinity Pedagogy Philosophy. Oskaloosa College has not been recognized as an educational institution in Iowa for many years.
London May 6 The government and labor are trying to feed a nation of seven million divided by a general strike. Two thousand six hundred motor trucks are distributing food and milk from a central depot at Tryde park. Each truck bears urgent labels to prevent interference.
The Soviet trades union council ordered 125000 sent to England as the first deposit of a Russian fund to aid British strikers. It expects to raise nearly 200000 more by a levy of a quarter of a day’s wages from all Soviet workers. Soviet dock workers refused to handle shipments of sunpties destined for England.
County officials report the attorney general requires voter approval for jail rebuilding costs above five thousand dollars. A June 7 primary will decide whether to fund a new safer, modern jail with four possible payment methods including bond issue, millage, or spending on hand. Three options to raise funds will be presented through four notices issued weekly.
Articles of incorporation for the Nebraska Crime Commission outline its purpose to counter anti social activity. The commission is sponsored by county attorneys with recent views presented at a meeting of the Nebraska County Attorneys association.
Oslo reports the airship Norse arrived at Vadso in northern Norway at 4 30 this morning. The craft, aimed at pursuing the Amundsen-Ellsworth expedition route north from Spitzbergen, departed its hangar at Tratsk near Leningrad on Wednesday.
The notice states home delivery before 3 20 o clock with a remedy if the paper is late due to carrier error. It promises a mitre ido and a copy will be sent and requires phone calls to reach the office before 6 86 ppm.
Celebrating Danville Indiana May 6 the Kiwanis club honored William H. Cannon known as Uncle Joe a veteran fighter politician who once ruled the House of Representatives The city marked his 90th birthday with a noon gathering and a large birthday cake as he blew out the candles He has lived in Danville for 60 years and was a prominent figure in local society
West Independent District school board plans next Wednesday to authorize engraving a facsimile of late Superintendent Sloane Wallace's signature on the 1926 West High graduation diplomas. George W. Miller said students petitioned for the tribute and it was deemed legal.
The contract for building the auditorium for Community Amusements Inc at the fair grand in Charles City was awarded to G H Kellogg for 6500 dollars. The project covers construction only and excludes wiring plumbing. The hall will face south, be beside the current carriage shed, and openings planned for June 4 with rapid work to start.
Des Moines police say three Fort Des Moines soldiers have confessed in writing to a series of holdups and motor car thefts. Rex E. Kelley, R. W. Badger, and George F. Co of Company F Fourteenth Cavalry will be arraigned in municipal court. The alleged crimes occurred in the past few months.
The French franc fell to new depths as Paris trading closed with the dollar at 32.24 and the pound at 156.05, its lowest official quotation. The market showed renewed weakness amid exchange-rate volatility impacting international trade.
Tomorrow marks the first Ladies Day at the League baseball park this season. Women will be admitted free at the gate on Tuesdays and Fridays when the Hawks are at home. A large crowd is expected as fans anticipate the opening games and the new promotion.
World War veteran Clarence B. Weick urges unfurling flags from all staffs to honor gold star mothers of the city and nation. He says Mothers had a great part in the war and their sacrifice surpassed even that of the sons who died for their country, a fitting tribute for Mother's Day.
In Oudjla Morocco on May 6 negotiations between Rifian representatives and Franco Spanish allies broke off. The Rifians refused prisoner exchanges with French and Spanish held in Rif territory until Allied Aifan prisoners were released. The rupture signals renewed fighting next summer as the allies aim to crush the rebel tribesmen.
Iowa City May 6 The annual meeting of heads of Iowa colleges opens May 11 and 12 under the University of Iowa with twenty five institutions represented. President Raymond J. Hughes of Miami University Oxford Ohio and director H. Mann of the Council of American Colleges Washington D C will head the speaking program.
In Des Moines on May 6 a fire believed caused by incendiary action destroyed the large cafe in River View Park. Officials estimate damage under 10000 dollars. park opening on May 12 will not be affected, according to Abe Frankel, president of Rivers View Company.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that anthracite rates from Pennsylvania mines to Iowa points are unreasonable compared with lower rates to Chicago Peoria St Louis and St Paul. M. Essex, superintendent of schools at Reosagia, died in a hospital. He previously headed Fontanelle schools.
May 6 Washington D C Congress considers allowing young women to join federal summer camp training, per Helen Moloney of Brooklyn. Rep James Republican Michigan chairs military affairs will consult with Sec War Davis to gauge army support and push a bill if favorable. Rep Black of New York supports women’s training as a defense factor like during the last war.
Chicago May 6 AP A probe into recent pardons and paroles widens as State's Attorney Robert Crowe, aided by Oscar EL Carlstrom, questions Maj. M Messlein former superintendent of Volunteers of America House and Lucas Pollack about an engineering concern tied to parolees. Paroled figures and a prison official are named amid allegations of stock purchases and unauthorized releases.
Ta May 6 INS People here watch with interest as Rev Waterman of the Methodist church and Stewart, the proprietor, dispute a city ordinance violation. Waterman lodged a complaint in Rockwell City. Stewart received a total fine of 8.95 dollars. It marks the second Sunday opening fine for Stewart, who says he can afford the penalty while Sunday crowds continue.
Reported by AP from Managur Nicaragua on May 1 describes revolutionaries led by Liles Baltiran Sandoval and Kiiren Duarte capturing Bluefields and taking control of the Rio Grande valley including La Cruz and Rio Granite. W Crampton, an American customs collector, and Mrs. Crampton are missing.
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