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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1925

Page

14

Grace M. E. Society Elects New Officers At Annual Meeting

The Woman’s Home Missionary Society of Grace M. E. Church held an all day session, electing Mrs. S. A. Cohagen as president with Mrs. M. A. Holdiman as vice president and other officers. The lesson focused on Utah Wyoming and South America. An anonymous $50 gift was made to the Foreign society. Luncheon served for about 100.

Grate Methodist Church Home Missionary Society S. A. Cohagen Wyoming Foreign Society We B. Reed South Amerca D. B. Metcalf Aid Department Henry Broadbent Jank Briden George MrCleery Missionary Society United Presbyterian Church China Wilson Graham, Teader W. W. Templeton W. Groomes Joseph Hay

Junior High Pupils to Stage Friday Recital

Pupils from Junior High School present vocal and instrumental recital Friday at 8 pm in East High School Auditorium under Miss Norma BE Gulser and Mary Nancy Graham. Admission is free and event is open to the public with student performances including songs and choruses.

East High School Norma BE. Gulser Mary Nancy Graham Thyeen Huss Hadley Afozart Gabriel Mane Foster Woodury Wilson the Sandman Cieldus Schubert

Northminster Girls Show Tonight at Northminster Church

Northminster Presbyterian church hosts a benefit program by Mrs. A. J. Kress Sunday school class for young girls. Solo "Swing Low Sweet Chariot" by Miss Sheelagh Court opens a varied program including instrumental trio ukulele and guitar, a "Westfield Clinic" stunt, a Sheelagh Court reading, ukulele chorus, and a one act play "Teacher King Go Home" with cast Bertha Kress Marguerite Bowers Jaunita Bowers Lorene Derbyshire LaVeta Newcomer Marion Miller Sheelagh Court Laverne Nelson Bernice Emerson and Marion Williams.

A. J. Kress Northminster Presbyterian Church Sheelagh Court Dertha Kress Narion Miller Westfield Clinic Bertha Kress Marguerite Bowers Jaunita Bowers Lorene Derbyshire LaVeta Newcomer Marion Miller Laverne Nelson Bernice Emerson Marion Williams

Parsonage Fund Pledge Marks church drive at meeting

Women of First Brethren church pledged 1000 for a new parsonage fund and 16 for auditorium redecoration at a Wednesday missionary meeting hosted by Mrs A G Behrens. The group reported 65 net from a recent supper and planned involvement in upcoming Woman's Day services.

First Brethren Church Ming Kwong A. 8. Wald O. W. Brundaze Lester Miller Homer Lickly Behrens

Notices for the Pare Society Meeting

Announcements must reach the society by 8 23 p m. Musical programs and mime lists cannot be sent by phone and must be typewritten. Secretaries and reporters should be remembered for the paper, with first names of martins to be given.

Fink Lnkel Theip Colarly Tore Maitinis Erin Birsbind

Jane the Homely Hostess Wins Hearts in Summer Colony

In a lively profile, Jane is described as plain yet engaging, with a genuine interest in others. She charms colleagues and visitors as a trusted listener, gracious hostess, and social center, despite self confessed homeliness and modest means. Her warmth, attentiveness, and friendliness stand out at parties and rambles.

Jane Eric Dat Po Tane Oll

Juniors Present Plays Tonight at Sacred Heart Hall

The junior department of Sacred Heart school performs a 5 PM program in the school auditorium. Harris presents Greeting to May with the Minims' orchestra in A Dusky Lullaby. Students from various grades act in The Great Pumpkin Case and other scenes while eighth grade girls offer A Spring Fantasy. An invitational meeting for the Gelwein corps occurs May 15, with multiple members hosting and leading activities.

Sacred Heart School May Harris Rad Ralph Weber William Ernister Raymond Giaza Walter Mayer Donald Durg- Pau Paar Elmer Manahl Hen Arend Donald Jaeger Giles Cavabaugh Edwie McKevitt Harry Kress Francis Ven Vilet Harold Jaeger

Church Missionary Activities and Meetings Updates

Women from Graves Memorial United Brethren and St. Luke's English Lutheran held Wednesday sessions with reports from Cedar Rapids delegates and notes on upcoming conventions in Des Moines. Other groups at Walnut Street Baptist First Presbyterian and United Presbyterian churches held sewing, study, and lunch meetings with plans for May events and missionary programs in China and the Pacific islands.

J. 8. Watters Woman's Missionary Association of Missionary Society of

Beauty Chats on Wearing Black and Hair Care Tips

Edna Kent Fonbes advises there are two types of women who suit black. It flatters dark or blond hair with high contrast while dull hair looks dusty. Black is practical, versatile for evening or business wear, with fashion ideas like all black or black with beige accents. Hair massage can improve scalp condition and hair growth while neglecting minor facial features, such as a slightly thick nose, focuses attention on stronger points.

Hurlburt Son Wedding Blessed by Family ties in Des Moines

Dr Hurlburt officiated at the wedding of Miss Eleanor Mary Fergus on and John Hailair Hurlburt last Saturday in Des Moines at the home of William Hurlburt. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs G E Ferguson of Yankton Dakota, had resided in Chicago. The groom, a Chicago University graduate and former athlete, served as a lieutenant in World War I and works in the Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co central accounting office.

Hurlburt Eleanor Mary Ferguson John Hailair Hurlburt Chicago R.F. Hurlburt Hampton Waterloo Des Moines William Hurlburt G. EB. Verguson Yankton University of Chicago Central Office of Atlantic & Pacific ‘Tea Co

Recital at Waterloo Woman's Club by Sankey and Ferris

Miss Ayrdella Sankey pianist and Mr. Ferris baritone announce a recital at the Waterloo Woman's Club auditorium this evening with Miss Dorothy Serted to accompany. The program includes Mozart Beethoven Chopin and Debussy works, plus songs by Sanderson and Staubski, with school girls from Waterloo invited to attend later events.

Woman’s Club Ayrdella Sankey Leo Terris Waterloo Woman's Club Dorothy Serted Mr. Ferris

Bronson Receives Reading After Committee Service

Bronson received a formal reading while Ratyesh minutes were served by a committee.

Bronson

Club Notes Delighted Guests Attend Afternoon gathering

Club notes recount a Wednesday afternoon gathering hosted by Mrs. George Grat with members Mrs. Wayne Palmer Mrs. Lloyd Willier and Mrs. George Clark as guests. Luncheon followed a game as Mrs. Nis Grau and Mrs. C. NJ Beneba aided service. Ace of Clubs met with Mrs. J Wagner where honors in 400 went to Mrs. Clarence Quackenbush and Miss Laura Madsen.

Double Wayne Palmer Lloyd Willier George Clark George Grat John Kratsley Willier Nis Grau C. NJ Beneba J. &. Wagner Clarence Quackenbush Laura Madsen

Cruikshank to Address Waterloo Motorists at Club

Alex G. Cruikshank of the A A A Washington arrives to speak to the Waterloo Automobile Club at Hotel Russell-Lamson about local preparations for this year’s automobile tourists. He notes Waterloo’s potential $10 daily tourist spend and the club’s growing membership and services.

Alex G. Cruikshank Washington American Automobile Association Waterloo Automobile Club Russell-Lamson Stote Waterloo Lihe Auto J Shett Petah AL AL AL

Linden Methodist church to be dedicated Sunday in Linden

Linden Methodist church at Butler and Nevada streets will be dedicated in services beginning at 10:30 a m Sunday with Bishop Frederick Thomas Keeney and Dr J Lockwood officiating. The program includes sermons, evangelistic meetings, homecoming events, and a reception as part of a lengthy dedication week with plans to raise funds toward a $75,000 project.

Linden Methodist Church Butler Nevada Frederick Thomas Keeney Oaha J. Lockwood Stev. C. W. Harrop Keeney Lockwood Earle A. Baker George B. Shoemaker Iley Trimble J. A. Baler Stev W.T. Stith J.C. Olson Rav Mr. Tarrop Walcomes Clinton PF. Smith R. N. MacDonald Br. A Curran Mr Harrey Affor A. R. Grant Geneseo M. G. Grant Northminster Presbyterian Church Arthur Young Pirsi Methodist Grant Board of Home Missions and Church Extension I I Water- Yoo Bea Harron

Re-Elect W. W. Beal President of State

The Iowa State Sunday school council closes its sixtieth annual convention in Burlington with Dr. Pearse and Dr. Parker as speakers. W. W. Beal of Waterloo is reelected president. W. B. Keasey of Ottumwa named vice president. Marion D. Woods of Des Moines is treasurer.

Burlington Iowa State Sunday School Council W. ¢. Pearse World's Sunday School Association G. A. Parker Cadat Rapids Edward R. Bartlett Green Castle Ind A. M. Locker Chictee W. G. Burrus Des Moines Cathcart Odebolt A. W. Murphy Shenandoahi A. Roadmat Fayette Carl C. Schmidt Davenport, Co Youtglove Lions City Janes Schramm Bistington Poor Joini

City in Brief Roundup of Local Notes

J A Clarke and family return from a Chicago motor trip reporting good roads. Miss Burdella Sankey to present piano numbers at Bust Hill tomorrow. Becker Chapman American Legion members meet to plan Memorial Day observance. Frank Kennedy and Bud Welmer guests at G G White’s home in the city. Duorea decrees awarded in district court to several plaintiffs. Bred J Kluss elected November of Tau Kappa Alpha. to be initiated June 16 at Cornell. Harding troop Boy Scouts to place tickets for new campsite near Waverly. inspection of site planned. Waterloo Social Welfare League board meeting set for Wednesday noon. Felena Hughes and Ruby Reiner reports due. two board vacancies to be filled. G W Wood and J C Murtagh asked to address Nashua Izaak Walton League May 12. dinner to precede program.

J. A. Clarke Chicago Burdella Sankey Ast Uigh Bust Hill Becker-Chapman Post American Legion Memorial Hall Frank Kennedy Sberii Dubugus County Bud Welmer Chicago Tribune Mechanical Star G. G. White Longfellow Avenue G. W. Wood Plains Jessie French Wilbur French Gladys Brace Harry Hraden Myrtle Eberia J Percy Kerle Cheryl Robb Amamett G. Robb Bred J. Kluss West High School Tau Kappa Alpha Naliont Cornell College Kluss Cornell Harding Troop Tidrkera Atonz Waverly Board of Functors of Waterloo Social Welfare League Amiss Felena Hughes Ruby Reiner Izaak Walton League of Iowa J. C. Murtagh Ileague Nashua

British Women Escape From Mexican Bandits Near Mexico City

Mexico City May 7. Three British citizens kidnapped near Cuautitlan north of the capital escaped and reported to the British consul. The group named Mrs J N Westerniand Elizabeth Best and Frank Doughty. Bonds forfeited for intoxication and fines for traffic violations are noted in the related court items.

Mexico City Cuautitlan J. N. Westerniand Elizabeth Best Frank Doughty

Police Notes Record Arrestees From Speeding to Public Quiet

Police notes list two speeders two Volstead offenders a motorist cited for passing a boulevard sign and an alleged disturber of the public quiet all brought to police court for triad Gust Pateras faced fighting disturbance charges and was held liable with a $39 fine and $10 suspended pending good behavior.

Triad Gust Pateras

Nine-Day Knockout Approved by Court

Des Moines May 7 A magazine salesman L. Lee sued EB W Numan for damages after a dispute over 85 cents led to a nine day KO. Mrs Numan allegedly struck Lee with a shoe to defend her home The judge dismissed the case ruling Numan acted to protect his own home.

Des Moines AL. Lee EB. W. Numan

Three Houses Planned by B C Litehfield Firm

J C Litehfeld Cesar Heights today obtained building permits and let the contract for a trio of bungalow homes at 426, 418 and 422 Cutler Street. The 30 seat structures cost about $3,000 with A J Mutton as contractor. Permits for three private garages, to cost $100 each, were issued by the city building department.

J. C. Litehfeld Cesar Heights A. J. Mutton

Patterns for Courier patterns by mail

To obtain the up-to-date pattern of the Waterloo Evening Courier accompanying design send it to Fashion Department Waterloo enclosing 15 cents for each pattern. Patterns allow for seams. All orders filled as soon as possible but should reach you in 10 days after sending in your order.

Fashion Department Evening Courier Waterloo

Wife Denounces Husband as He Hid Two Wives in Court

Blanche Beebe testifies that Leroy Lekates hid two other wives, leading the annulment of their marriage. The case reveals prior marriages and shifts in her status as she returns to her maiden name.

Dns Moines Leroy Lekates Blanche Beebe

Fire damages homes on Falls and Muir streets

Damage estimated at 3100 from a morning fire at the home of Jot Larsen 141 Falls Avenue started by rear sparks. A similar blaze yesterday on Muir Street caused only slight damage to A J Keng’s residence.

Jotalarsen Falls Avenue A. J. Keng Pers Muir Street

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