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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1926

Page

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Funeral services mark end of diploma mill case in Oskaloosa

Funeral services set for 2 pm tomorrow in Oskaloosa to mark the final charter of the diploma mill affair. W M MacLennan and his wife, who died by their own hand with their son, left letters indicating suicidal intent over alleged diploma mill fraud. The case may end with the estate turned to the court. no inquest is planned. The fate of Oskaloosa college remains doubtful as directors had limited knowledge of its operations.

Oskaloosa W.maclennan Bellefountain To Councy Charles A Lasteck Oskulooga College Mackennan

Haugen plan aimed to enlist cotton growers in subsidy proposal

The House debate over the Haugen plan shows factions lining up on government subsidies and an export surplus curb. Critics argue subsidies and an equalization tax would extend protectionism, while supporters urge aid for corn and cotton amid surplus fears, with Democratic split noted.

Belt’ Haugen Lhasa Haugen Depuie Parks Arkansas Jefferson Treasury United States Waunecer Britain

British Strike News Highlights and Political Vent

The Prince of Wales visited Compton's house and expressed curiosity about a throne abolition. Lord Burnham noted attempts to establish a British super-government. Worthington-Evang denied mutiny would yield death sentences for service members. John Whitley started an independent bid to end the strike.

Prince of Wales House of Comptons George Buchgnaig Livorite Lord Burnham Uniowrs Worthington-Evang John, Whitley

Haugen Bill Debates and Tincher Plan Dominate Farm Policy

Officials lobby for the Haugen bill as Louisiana delegates are urged to back farm reform. Analysts note Tincher and Aswell measures loom, with Coolidge backing Tincher which rejects subsidies and price fixing while Aswell pushes a nationwide crop marketing plan. The piece also covers Byrd’s Arctic flight and King’s Bay settlement conditions in Spitsbergen as aviation potential rises.

Aswell Louisiana Coolidge N.Y. Merald-Tritaines

Byrd Flight Sparks Global Polar Excitement and Doubt

Reports from Copenhagen and Rome reflect mixed pride and concern over Byrd’s Arctic flight. Influential figures including Stefanssen and Amundsen weigh in on risks while Wilkins and other polar missions prepare to push further. President Coolidge and lawmakers react swiftly to praise Byrd as a trained naval aviator and symbol of American exploration.

Con'tingen Edsel Ford John D. Rockefeller, Jr Vilhalmur Stefanssen Byrd Amundsen Pote London Tokio Wilkins Arctic George WH. Wilkins Petrail Virginian Richmond le Wass Isolidge Washington Verd House Sis Pete Louse Naval Comittive Radk Medanelion Alouur Starrison Nemoyerat Virginia Eharavttriget Jonal Neronautic Byrd Nv Oberney Bs Radio

Thompson to Talk at Health Meeting in Des Moines

The Iowa Municipal Health Officers association will hold its meeting in Des Moines on Thursday. State health commissioner Da Don M. Griswold announced the event which promotes personal and public health. Speakers include BF Suchomel of Rapids, Clinton Mo Williams, and W R Thompson.

Des Moines Iowa Municipal Health Officers Association Suchomel R

Hillman Represents Lions at Lincoln Conference

At the Lincoln district Lions convention, Worth Willman and Hillman represented the Lions from Lin vol Neh. Linus Ela and Thwa Nebraska were noted delegates. Directions indicate travel plans and attendance. The news notes the death of a local banker and attorney Jeenh Pah 2 of Springfield.

Hillman LIONS Lincoln Worth Willman Linus Linvol Neh Lineate Aetend

Willis Pallin Son Dies In Early Morning

Martincit Willis Eugene Pallin son of Mr and Mrs Russell Pallin died Friday morning. Funeral services were held yesterday at Kistner chapel with Pastor W Raugeh officiating. Survivors include his Laane. The obituary notes burial in Wadgen cemetery.

Willis Eugene Pallin Willis Eugene Avs Russell Pallin Wriday Kistner Hoy W . Raugeh Fudsen 1 United Brethren Wadgen Mes. Louis

County to Elect New County Superintendent Tomorrow

Presidents of 26 school districts in the county will meet at the courthouse at 10 p m to elect a successor to H C Moeller who resigned. Candidates include A B Dewert J W Cundy and G R Arrington with Dewell favored by some. salary previously 2500 dollars, board may set between 1800 and 3000.

H. C. Moeller Fee Lst Apuiicants Dewert Independence Buchanan County J. WH. Cundy Orient G. R. Arrington Spencer Leaperlawn City P. A. Ester

Man With 8000 Dollars Killed in Early Morning Holdup

World War veteran Stenhouse, 36, of Ta, died at a local hospital from wounds believed caused by a midnight holdup north of the city. He was with his wife and Leland Noda when two men emerged from a parked car and forced them off the road. Stenhouse was shot in the stomach and leg after he refused to raise his hands. robbers took about 7 to 8 dollars from him and 25 to 30 dollars from Noda.

Mars Menon Andrew Scotty’" Stenhouse Stenhouse Leland Noda State Center Noda

Bohumir Kryl Soloist Joins American Legion Band

C J Rall, formerly cornet soloist with Bohumir Kryl's band, becomes cornet soloist for the American Legion band which will play a series of Waterloo summer concerts. All members to meet at Memorial hall at 7 45 for rehearsal before an armory performance following the National Guard inspection.

American Legion Waterloo C. J. Rall Rall Bohumir Kryl Joucai Theatre Memorial Hall Armory National Guard

Des Moines Youth Wins Port Hodge Orator Final

Ralph Childs of West High was eliminated in the patina oratorical contest group finals in Port Hodge. John Hopkins of North High, Des Moines, placed first and will advance to the territorial finals in Chicago.

Ralph Childs West High Port Hodge John Hopkins North High Des Moines Chicago

Warns Girls Cloven Hoofs in New Suits

Rev John F Arnold warned his Capital Park Methodist congregation at Sunday service that dangerous strangers disguise themselves in fine clothes. He urged vigilance against men who appear honest yet harbor predatory intent, comparing them to figures with horns and cloven hooves.

John F. Arnold Capital Park

Harriet L Shipley Dies at Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls May 14 Special Mrs Marriot Blaimbert Shipley and her husband A B Shipley a former secretary of the state execution council of Iowa died here at noon today. She formerly lived in Des Moines Oskaloosa and What Cheer. Mrs Shipley had been ill several weeks at Sarteri Merariat hospital. She was survived by her sister Mrs U Lillian Lipibert of 2521 Lowa street.

Cedar Wals eMrs Marriot Blaimbert Shipley Shipley The State Exuction Vouncil of Towa

Kand of Morning Calm Sends Six for Meeting Here

Six native Korean Salvation Army officers are coming from Beloit Wisconsin to speak at Grace Methodist Episcopal church Friday evening under the Salvation Army missionary department. Major Alfred Fill and two Korean women accompany Adjutant Sin Sooow Ensign Kim Yong Soo Corps Cadet Tuk Tong Lieutenant Yeu Chang Soon and Lieutenant Kyung Dal will present life and customs of Koreans with songs translated by Major Hib AG Mutines free admission.

Land of Salvation Army Grace Methodist Episcopal Church National Salvation Army Missionary’ Department Beloit Wis Adjutank Sin Hib Wille Free Eddie Bowe Loyal Salvation Army Corps

Rain of Yesterday Breaks Long Drought in Southern Iowa

Des Moines May 16 relief followed drought in northwest Iowa as southern Iowa received scattered showers. Rain brought relief to small grains meadows and pastures and aided corn ground preparations. Reports include Chariton one half inch, Fairfield about half inch, Creston one inch in one hour, Mount Ayr inch, Red Oak inch, with scattered showers in Montgomery and Ringgold counties.

Des Moines Towa Chariton Lucas County Fairfield Jefferson County Creston Enion County Mount Ayr Ringgold County Red Oak Montgomery County

Rebels Hold Two Towns to Nicardgua ington, BC

May 16 dispatch reports liberal revolutionists controlling Bluefields and other Atlantic coast points. State Department advised Bluefields declared neutral zone. American interests said to be in danger.

Ington Bluefields Vi Hut Atlantic Coast State Department Bluefielde

Born to Mrs Ben in De Sioux City South Dakota

Aphou nment wits morning of tie Dirth , wie to Mr aml Mrs Enewisle, at Bead. wisle is the son of Mr. and Mrs. NW. Entwish. 6383 Walnut street. His wife, who before her marriage was Miss Doris Stoxy is the daugh ter of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Stroy. Oranke township. Mr Barwisle is head tt the rou mercial department of the high school at loal and has been very Tsessful in the work here, made hist ori day of Venjaoin My, Eat.

Aml Enewisle Wisle NW. Entwish Walnut Street Doris Stoxy Roger Stroy Oranke Township Barwisle Loal

Temperatures and Varietal Notes From An Obscure Column

A garbled passage appears to mix numbers and phrases about temperatures and varieties with strange proper nouns. The readable fragments reference a moodle, memes, and a place called Moundity, suggesting a fragmented listing or column.

Michigan to replace speed cops with courtesy patrols

Jaupsing May 10 by state police plan to deploy 150 uniformed officers on highways as courtesy patrols. They will assist motorists, handle accidents, and provide route information while enforcing only clear safety violations. Each officer should cover about Ta miles, twice daily, with coordination to aid in heavy traffic and respond to stranded drivers.

Jaupsing Mich Michigan Guy O. G. Olander Public Safety Afl Sumner Grand Haven Iron Mountain Manistee Cheboygan Ahong Toris

Citizens Assure Mayor of Aid in Cleanup Drive

In Waterloo the annual spring cleanup week is proclaimed for May 10 to 13 by Mayor Glenn A. Tibbitts. Citizens pledged cooperation, with firemen and city officials to inspect premises and require elimination of insanitary conditions of those failing to observe the effort.

Inpens Waterloo Meyor Glenn A. Tibbitts Tibbitts Tmweavor

Dubuque Youth Fined for Liquor Nuisance

Mike Vinge, 24, and Anthony Benda, 24, both of Dubuque, faced charges after police found fifteen gallons of liquor near a focal bootlegger. Vinge was fined 300 dollars and given 89 days in jail, suspended on good behavior, while Benda admitted bail on his own recognizance after posting 800 dollars. Two women accompanied the pair.

Mike Vinge Dubuque Fr. &&. Boies Gouth Hinge Anthony Benda Pal

Council Ready for Cooperation on Government Game Reserve

Des Moines May 10 The state executive council plans to cooperate with the federal government in establishing a wild life reserve. After discussions, the attorney general approved Wisconsin reservations and a proposed game reserve moves closer to definite action. Local authorities indicated flexibility in proposed boundaries.

Des Moines Hankill Reper Ashington Gen- Lo Wisconsin Fhatimitl Wisconsin Milar

Firemen extinguish grass fire near mayor’s home

Firemen noon today put out a small grass fire at Mayor Glenn O A Tibbits residence on Sea Lowan avenue with slight damage to a wedge. Earlier Sunday they dealt with sparks on wooden shingles at I W Melendy’s home 1217 Barteh avenue causing reported damage. Hotline ad copy follows.

Glenn O A. Tibbiths Sea Lowan Avenue Soba P I. W. Melendy Barteh Avenue

Christ's Presence Taught as Path to Happiness at First Presbyterian

Dr J R Magartney preached at First Presbyterian on Sunday evening urging that true happiness lies in Jesus Christ. He cited that more people would have happy homes with Christ in life and urged finding rest in him. Mother's Day was observed with Sunday school exercises and a sermon on Mother's love and faithfulness.

Jesus Christ J. R. Magartney First Presbyterian Church Macartney

K C to Celebrate 25th Anniversary at Davenport

Davenport Iowa May 10 The Knights of Columbus of Iowa will mark the silver jubilee of the order in the state and of the Davenport Leras council. The fourth degree exemplification opens with pontifical high mass led by Rt Rev Edward B Howard of Savannah cathedral. several speakers are slated for the banquet program.

Davenport Ila Knights of Columbus of Iowa Litera Maty Organization of Leras Council Edward BD. Howard Saevad Heart Cathedral

La Porte Manis Fined for Liquor Violation

La Porte City resident Sam after facing trial on charges of maintaining a Nywer sud pleaded guilty and was fined 3200 plus costs by Judge WW Balenite after 20 jurors had been called and the panel nearly exhausted.

la Porte

Mason City Man In Minnesota Asylum Sentenced

Mason City man James Morgan, who attempted suicide in jail and leaned from a second car window at the courthouse last Monday, was sent to the state hospital for the insane at Rochester after being adjudged mentally incompetent.

Minneapolis Minn James Morgan Mason City State Hospital For the Rochester

Mrs Ethel G Wood Seeks Seat in Iowa House

Estherville Iowa May 10 AP Mrs Ethel G Wood Republican candidate for state representative from Emmet County is one of three women pursuing the office She favors a bank and a grantor law financed by bonds or insurance and an adjusted income tax Her platform includes state county purchase of school tax books and banks founded on a credit unions plan with every depositor a shareholder She was born in Wright County and has lived in Webster City and Emmet County Her career spans teaching and public service including postwar work with conservation and civic groups She has a son in high school and a daughter in college and boasts of Emmet County having the best schools and roads in Iowa

Estherville Ethel G. Wood Emmet Rewuire Wood Wright County Warren “Junkins Elizabeth Dows Sill Waad Theniversity Iowa

Indian Slayer Sought After Ranchmen Slain Near Montezuma

In Durango Colorado May 10 1900 officers and posses search woods near Montezuma forest for George Nelson Navajo suspected in the killings of John Wolfe and his nephew John J Wolfe. Nelson reportedly kidnapped Lenora Wolfe but released her after pleas. Lynch threats rise if he is captured.

Durango Cotp Tihin Che Montezuma National Forest Ceorge Nelson John Wolfe John J. Wolfe Otfhers Nolgan Jose C.wolfe Here Lenora Wolfe Jose John Wellas

Sues Widow to Get $350,000 for Hubby

Oelwein, May 10. John Singer sustained serious injuries after falling from the root of his residence at 22 N Frederick street. He was taken to Oelwein Hospital. The item mentions Nelle S Elliott, a Chicago widow, as plaintiff in a separate suit for $350,000 against Mrs Gertrude Melntyre, wife of William Melntyre, alleging alienation of affections.

Hubby Oelwein New York APJ Nelle S. Elliott Chicago Gertrude Melntyre William, Melntyre West Coast Mihiett Oelwein John Singer Frederick Street Oolweln Hospital

Colonel Bailey Luncheon Honoring W H Bailey in Des Moines

Cam and Mrs Allan Johnson gave a luncheon at Black's Tearoon in Des Moines honoring Col W H Bailey commander of the One Hundred Thirty third Infantry Iowa National Guard. Guests included Maj and Mrs Howard K Rouse Capt and Mrs John Althouse Capt and Mrs Fred Clark and Capt and Mrs Joe Myers. Col Boiler was in Waterloo for a joint dinner with Waterloo and Catar Falls national guard units hosted by local service clubs.

Cam Allan Johnson Black's Tearoon W. H. Bailey Bes Moines One Hundred Thirty- Third Infantry Iowa National Guard Howard K. Rouse John Althouse Fred Clark Joe Myers Boiler Waterloo Catar Falls National Guard Logal Service Clubs

Truncated Osteopathy Leader Resigns for Ill Health

Des Moines AP reports Dr. S L Taylor, president of the Still College of Osteopathy for 15 years, resigned due to ill health. Dean GC W Johnson named president. Also noted are a death inquiry in Cedar Rapids and a convalescence update for Norma McLean of Northwestern Bell in Davenport.

Des Moines S. L. Taylor Still College of Osteopathy GC. W. Johnson Deen

Burzettes Indicted on Murder Charge

Mason City Iowa May 10 with indictments of first degree murder returned against Brett and Melvin Burzette preparations are being made to try the two men on the charge of slaying Morris Van Note Lime Creek farmer. The defendants have been arraigned and will enter pleas this afternoon before Judge M F Edwards.

Mason City Brett Melvin Burzette Morris van Note Lime Creek Farmer M. F. Edwards

Woman Gets $12000 for Live Wire Burns

Iowa City, May 10. Two corporations paid Mrs. Amun Sturm of Iowa City $12,000 for burns from a live wire that fell from a pole as she passed underneath. Western Union paid $10,000 and the Iowa City Light Power Company $2,000 in settlement of her damage suit out of court.

Iowa City Amun Sturm Burns Western Union Iowa City Light & Powe Company

Father Runs Car Over Child After Doctor Visit

A 3 year old girl, Marguerite Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Cecil Smith, died after her father backed his car from the garage striking her. The incident followed a doctor visit for another family member. Police investigate the fatal injuries.

Fremont Marguerite Cecil Smith

Watters Family Returns from Florida Winter

Mr and Mrs J S Watters of St Hammond avenue Waterloo Iowa return with Meg A Elliott from Reinbeck after wintering in Florida. They left Tampa a week ago and arrived Saturday. Fort Lauderdale grew from 145 to about 19000, and Watters plans a summer stay in Waterloo. Also notes court adjournment to June 7 and May 24 recess, plus Miss Marguerite Wares recovering from influenza.

Sirs J. S. Watters St. Hammond Avenue Mort Lauderdale Fla Meg. A. Elliott Reinbeck Tampa Waterloo Watters Fort Lauderdale Florida

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