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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1923

Page

2

Society Notes Detail Local Woman's Club Officers

Thursday afternoon meeting of the Mary Melrose chapter reports election of officers including vice regent and treasurer. The group emphasizes Americanization and welfare work with gifts to Piney Woods school and other institutions, a large banner presentation, and an essay contest. A luncheon and literary program followed, with about 105 members present.

Tae F. P. Rehmeier F. Harold Rewling Addelta Boies Norther Treasur W. Koaoo M. J. Morgan EL. Sedgwick FLL Chatwher H. B. Boies Abs A. G. Sawyer Piney Woods School Baste Bellevue Hospital Paris Winterlo ¢Hapter Mary Melrose Weterloo Woman's Club West Board of Education Irsty GB. Burr C. Davis C. W. Knoop

Civil War Veterans Honored at Lincoln Circle May Dinner

Mrs Charlotte Morgan of Cedar Heights, first president of Lincoln circle 24 years ago, was guest of honor at the annual May dinner in Black's tea room. She presented a bouquet of roses to veterans as Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic hosted the event.

H.W. Sigworth Mary Melrose Bowerage Ruth St Park Presbyterian 1 Grau Charlotte Morgan Cedar Heights Lincoln Circle The G. A. Th Black's Morgan Julian Lang Postvillr Hawthorne School Hawthorne Tesroom Lang Joe Wharam Mason City Biessons

Woman's Clubhouse Painting Given by Nine Husbands

The Woman's Clubhouse exterior woodwork is being refurbished at the gift of nine husbands. Herbert M. Reed C W Chanman Judge C B Ransier E L Johnson Judge H B Roies George Lichty T W W Grant Dr W J Tickley I B Lachty C A Morris fund the project. Officials will welcome members and friends for informal opening from 2:30 to 5:30 and 8 to 10 tomorrow with tours roof to cellar.

Watering Woman's Club Wil Herbert M. Reed C. W. Chanman C. 8. Ransier E. L. Johnson H. B. Roies George Lichty Tf. W.W. Grant Rhgwer

Albertine Bachle to Wed Ray J Zwisler

Mrs. Frank Bachle hosted six to eight young women at a 6:30 dinner party honoring her daughter Albertine whose coming marriage to Ray J Zwisler was announced for Tuesday May 15. Orchid and pink decorations featured sweetpeas as centerpieces and cards announced the betrothal. Guests from out of town included Miss Vara Zwisler of Manchester and Mrs HLS Walker of Chicago.

Frank Bachle Albertine Ray J. Zwisler

Beauty Chats By Edna Kent Forses

Edna Kent FOrses advises spring skin care and health tips in a period column. She discusses heat adjustment as temperatures rise, recommending oranges and sulfur to purify the blood, plus a mild skin regimen including a sulfur treatment, a facial rinse, and a weekly astringent cleanse. She notes dietary guidance to gain weight for underweight readers and a beauty routine for mature skin with a cleansing and toning sequence.

Sylvia Oliva Ei

Side Talks on Wedding Gifts and Surprises

Ruth Cameron muses on whether wedding gifts should be total surprises or eagerly desired items. The piece recalls gifts from linens to silver, noting how intention matters more than price, and that thoughtful, suitable presents bring real, gracious joy.

Atal Trey Rhishin

Luncheon Kickoffs Plans for Biennial Waterloo Convention

Local groups gathered for a luncheon in Waterloo as they prepare for the biennial convention of Women’s clubs. Mr. Howrey chaired planning. Mrs. Marquis leads the university committee arranging hospitality for more than 1,060 arriving delegates. Activities included program talks by school leaders, music by club members, and volunteer hostesses coordinating lodging and meals. The season’s final meeting featured Lincoln School and PTA discussions, with 92 volunteers serving refreshments and a strong emphasis on organized guest hosting.

Kevery Jan Rederntina Wainen Waterloo J. Howrey Hlark Howrey FP. L. Marquis Talnuene Lincoln Behool HL. A. Baysen Association RA. F E. Thompson Charlotte Aristades Merle Witt Abraham Lincoln G. W.W. Kilne

Hygienic standards in underwear fashion emerge

The article argues for health focused underwear choosing lightweight breathable fabrics to improve warmth, ventilation, and comfort. It favors linen and cotton, notes drawbacks of wool and silk in moisture handling, and warns against expensive, fragile trims that wear easily. It calls for simpler, practical styles.

Temple Rebekah Thimblebee Meeting in Mason City

Members will attend a thimblebee tomorrow afternoon at Mason City home. Tea towels will be taken, covers for clar s prepared, refreshments served, and the event to proceed at the temple lodge.

Temple Rebekah LO. O Mason City

Happy Hour Club Luncheon and Social at Mrs Arbuckle Home

Members of Happy Hour club were entertained at luncheon by Mrs J W Arbuckle in her residence yesterday. Violets and other spring flowers formed the decorative element. Mrs Georges Martin and Mrs W W Wyant assisted with serving. An informal social afternoon followed the luncheon. Good Luck club will meet tomorrow afternoon with Mrs BD Lt Holly 426 Clay. Luft a Lot club spent a big day with Mrs Jay Middlekutt Tugaday.

Happy Hour Club J. W. Arbuckle Georges Martin W. W. Wyant Holly Clay Jay Middle

Community church events showcase season festival and meetings

First Congregational Christian Endeavor plans a season festival at 7 30 pm Friday with Miss Stele Bushnell and Margaret Ferris as general committee. The event features a movie, supper from four season themed booths, and decorations by Lucile Allbee and Margaret Nauman. Booth hostesses include Olivia Endereia summer Margaret Weishaar Ruth Bassett and Marian Gaston. Music by the Sunday school She destra. No supper charge. Faith circle at First Evangelical hosts Mr and Mrs Robert Blainer at 7 30 pm with a social hour and refreshments. First Baptist Women meet Thursday afternoon to study motel dias Religion under Mrs W H Indra and Miss Wahine Brows. Twelve Ionians of First MM E Sunday School rode to the Cedar bank woods for a wiener roast and planned a mother daughter banquet for June 1.

Memorial Hall George Wright Marie Bowman Viola Bhings Edoa Campbell Dana Little Virginia Sanford Florence Sanford Little Porence Sawyer Anna Murphy Bothwell Leighton Reed Jsf Zellry Neva Clark Ethel Snotgrass Dennis Wic Alts. Wright First Congregational Christian Endeavor Society Stele Bushnell Margaret Ferris Lucile Allbee Margaret Nauman Olivia Endereia Margaret Weishaar Ruth Bassett Marian Gaston Shedestra Faith Circle First Evangelical Church Robert Blainer First Baptist Women's Society Dia W. H. Indra Wahine Pirst

Aldrich Leaves Waterloo Postoffice After 23 Years of Service

L E Aldrich resigns after 23 years as a Waterloo post office staff member. He began as a clerk in 1900 and helped improve operations. Colleagues award him a gold chain as thanks for his high standards. J J Wyeth of the postal workers association praised his work at a meeting with Postmaster Ray Eggert.

Louis &. Aldrich Waterloo Aldrich Warterloo J. Jat Wyeth Waterloo Postal Employes’ Association Aldriich Ray Eggert

Children display of religious books at East library exhibit

The East public library juvenile department features a Bible and religion display this week. It highlights New Testament scenes such as Christ's birth and the shepherds, Christ's entry into Jerusalem, and the Uke. Books include Old Testament Legends by James and Bible Stories to Read and Tell by Olcott. The display moves to West library next week.

East Public Library Jerusalem James Hurlburt Lagtrof

Bad Check Writer in Custody of Delaware Sheriff

E C Leland, arrested Monday for attempting to cash a bogus $50 check, surrendered to Delaware County sheriff under a warrant for passing fraudulent checks. He confessed to Chief P E Walker after a day in Waterloo jail, saying he traveled from Manchester, obtained a Chicago checkbook, and planned to cash many bad checks. He was taken to Manchester this afternoon.

E. C. Leland Delaware County Leland Manchester Waterloo P. E. Walker Manchvester Poreman Bros. Bank Company Chicago Davenport Bronty Waterlas Cedar Fells Marshalltown

Iowa State College to graduate about 425 in June

About 425 seniors will graduate from 36 departments at Iowa State College in June, largest class in its history. Commencement speaker will be George Noverts of National City Bank, New York. Alumni reunion plans, senior play The Tempest, and senior promenade set for June.

Associated Press Ames Iowa State College George Noverts National City Bank of New York Sioux City Fort Dodge Rt. A. Pearson

West High Leads State Thrift Campaign Victory

West High pupils topped the state in the thrift campaign, announced by W H Indra head of the commercial department at yesterday's assembly. It is the second straight year of participation. Average deposit per bank day was 116.53 dollars. the largest daily depositors were 319 on April 3. Savings total 3,500 dollars, with 2,563 deposited in the past 22 tenths.

West High W. H. Indra

County Motorists Face Heavy License Fees in Black Hawk

County Treasurer Ed Madigan says Black Hawk motorists will pay about a quarter million dollars in license fees for 1923. Through yesterday total motor vehicle license receipts reached 195 294 73 with December’s 105 393 09 largely for 1923 plates. There were 10 230 autos registered as 1923 closed, and owners face about 13 534 650 in expected annual operating costs at 250 dollars per car.

Black Hawk County Ed Madigan

Radio program listings and questions to Karl von Lackin

The Davenport and Louisville papers publish a long radio schedule on May 10 with concerts lectures markets and sports scores. It includes a request for readers to address radio reception problems to Karl von Lackin Courier editor, seeking solutions for receiving outfits and headphone noises.

Karl von Lackim Mile the Courier

Pair Charged With Perjury In Procuring Marriage License

Des Moines officers arrested William Samaras and Edith Snyder on Polk County sheriff orders. The complainant, Mr. Snyder, alleges perjury linked to the issuance of a marriage license for his daughter, Mrs. Kamaras, who is said to be 14. The defendants, lodged after arrival here, had been staying at 1220 Lafayette Street with the couple.

Des Moines William Samaras Edith Snyder FR. A. Robinson Roy Armstrong Polk County Snyder Lafayette Street

Four Waterloo Families Move to California Next Month

Four Waterloo families plan to desert to Los Angeles within a month. The Stillman family, new to Waterloo, and their relations at Locust and Randall streets, join Hetes and Pinkerton households who have long resided in Waterloo. The parties seek new endeavors in California, with Freeman Stull ton a noted former editor now venturing into job printing. Hetts plans to continue cement work in California while Pinkerton prepares to relocate after visiting Ohio.

Waterloo Los Angeles Cal Rank J. Stillman Locust Street Raymond Stillman Randal Street Wid William Hetes New Street K. Pinkerton Wellington Street Hetts Pinkerton Waterley Pinkerton Bros Margadant Gros Hetta Stillmans Pikarton Ohio California

Robberies Strike Dollarda Bank In Saskatoon Region

Winnipeg May 9 The Bank of Hochelaga at Dollarda Sask was broken into by robbers who escaped with cash.

Winnipeg Man Dollarda Sask Sinong

Chicago Laborers Aid Waterloo Coal Storage

Chicago laborers arrived from Chicago to help unload and store coal at Waterloo yards. About 40 men were sent to Dubuque for unloading coal there. Nearly 10,000 tons of coal will be stored for winter use as shipments arrive. Officials estimate 6,900 carloads will traverse western lines in coming weeks. Crew shortages hindered assembling a full coal handling team. only a few applications were received locally.

Lanuyers Waterloo Hinds Cental Company Chicago Dubuqua WW. Scorn. Williams

Rev W F Spry Estate Divided Three Shares

Upon Rev Dr W B Spry death in February the presumed will found to lack proper witnesses. Without a valid will, widow receives one third and children two thirds. Dr A B Garran named administrator with Arbuckle Arbuckle as attorneys. Estate valued about 135060 dollars.

W. B. Spry Foremer Waterloo Methodist Episcopal Curch Geneva Franklin County Spry Alestate A. B. Garran Grace M. Echurch Arbuckle & Arbuckle

Edna Wallace Hopper Promotes Youth Cream Powders

Edna Wallace Hopper, stage and screen star, unveils beauty powders and related products. She claims four key beauty helps saved her career and now offers powders, Youth Cream, Facial Youth cleanser, and White Youth Clay at modest prices through druggists and cosmetic counters.

Edna Wallace

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