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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1923

Page

12

Reorganization of YM C A at Night in Waterloo

Board members elected include Judge John W Gwynne W A Jaine C A Morris Allen J tead and Georges I Pike with Dr J Ki Liutis succeeding F Stevenson as president. The annual meeting reported 21 076 attendees at gymnasion events and 36 community meetings with 4748 in attendance.

John W. Gwynne W. A. Jaine C. A. Morris Allen J. Tead Georges I. Pike Young Men's “Hinghian Association J. Ki. Liutis F. Stevenson Parise W. A. Lane Cc. W. Chapman

National elimination balloon race adopts definite rules

Indianapolis will host the July 4 elimination balloon race under the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce with National Aeronautic Association oversight. Rules limit entrants to free or spherical balloons over 31 000 cubic feet, no advertising balloons, and require sealed eltimeter readings and FIA licenses. 16 balloons are expected, including navy and army entries.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind Indianapols Indianapolis Chanter of Commerce National Aeronautic Tssion B. Hussell Shaw Washington, D. C Tuedianapolis Motor Speedway Federation of Aeronautique Internationale National Aeronautica Association Albert von Lambert

Julia Hill New Head Iowa Medical Women

Outu mwia Va May 12 The Biante Society of Iowa Medical Women elected officers for the com ras follows E Hill Nes Moines president Edna Sexsmille Greenfield vice president Florence Johnston Cedayo Rapids secretary F Johnston Des Moines treasurer

Outumwia Biante Society of Iowa Medical Wom Comras E. Hill Nes Moines Presiident Edna Sexsmille Greenfield Florence Johnston Cedayo Rapids F Johnston Des Moines Treasur

Government Savings System Permanently Adopted

Washington reports that treasury savings certificates become a permanent financing tool for the United States government. Seventh District officials citing strong local postmaster support note 1922 district sales surpassing other regions. Certificates sold in 5 year terms at denominations of 5 100 and 2000 through post offices or Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

Washington Treasury Savings United States Federal Reserve Districts Federal Reserve District Illinoly Indiana Wm. J. Bosworth Enzo Bosworth Treasury Department Seventh Treasury Lillentey Amy Ou Utis Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Naa Harding Mellon White House William Be Bosworth Sevanth Federal Reserve District

English women enter engineering and other professions in increasing numbers

English women are rapidly joining engineering medicine law and other professional fields previously closed to them. Universities admit women on equal terms, with Miss Victoria Drummond rising to chief engineer on a liner, inspiring more female study and work in engineering and related industries.

Associated Press Victoria Drummond Drummond Lord Antherst Hackney Ie Womens Simee Ier Siip England Sociateil Triss London America Proma Upe

Local Family Notices From Hirths and Neighbors

A garbled list shows names and relatives with dates and places, including Mr and Mrs Wry Lee Saw, Olivia, Mr and Mrs Clifford Morris, and Mrs Chris Emith. Entries reference births and family connections, with scattered dates in April May and locations like Sha Mylan weet and 2118 Mual borey.

Ana Prank Reralts Mtr Inlejendence Olivia Wry Lee Dust Roy Sockens Mualborey Sen Meherg Ray Ate Mero Peel Anil Towit Joehn Wiber Ingham Bree Andrew Morrie Rit Bratnoher Jeane Clifford Morris jDaswson Charles Edwin Nie San Mylan Weet Apmi Grace Len Stil Chris Emith Fenth Weet

Henry Weis and Jim Hil Shaped St Paul Transport Histories

Henry Weis of Waterloo and James J. Hill began work together in St. Paul as youths in the freight trade on the Mississippi. Weis later helped found the Red River Transportation line and built a business empire in the Northwest while Hill expanded rail and related ventures shaping regional commerce. The piece recalls St. Paul’s early commerce, their paths diverging into distinct transportation arenas.

Henry Weis Waterloo Jim” Hil St. Paul Fourth James J. Jfil Luitiereet Great Northern Railway Thruft Mississippi St. Paul, Main Jim Mr. Weis Faure Merchants Hotel J. J. Hill H. Yr. Hill Althe Red River Paul Winnipeg Great Northwest Weis Wil Rua Besk Prhak Masini Manufactum Che Onse Barrington Trucy Anl Canon Commercial Tom Do Necunl Egeruse Weis Famal Amd Dleary

Standardization Efforts Modernize Factory Tools and Parts

The piece notes a wave of standardization across U S industry as 204 industrial associations and government groups unite to simplify unify and standardize raw materials manufacturing processes and finished products. It highlights bolt nut rivet dimensions and tool standards as key focus areas under the American engineering standards committee and allied bodies.Industry leaders stress efficiency and cross sector cooperation to accelerate industrial progress and reduce complexity in production.

Associated Dress New York Hife Thas Dai Ng Ak Federation Toeia

Obituary of Mrs. Miller at Home of Her Son

Mrs Miller dies at her son’s home in Waterloo after illness ending Monday night. Survived by husband, daughter Mrs Wo Helen of Waterloo, four sisters and a brother. Active member of Pest Presbyterian Church and longstanding figure in local charities. funeral at 44 Houle and Miss Thompson’s home with relatives present.

Falilne Spo Iain Wo Alter Press Tao Prospect Avenue Waterloo Willi Tor Kether Miss Tompson Houle Thompson Hellen War Weatherwix Waterbay George McMinster Weunbelue Wash Glirenuy J. Morley Dowyer JuKsell Cunts Beatty Waele Seace Atrs- Weintherwan

Old Man Kuls Boss Drawn Into Tree Incident

Rock Island reports a man tied a tree to his former boss after discharge from service. Police say the 83 year old, identified as John Thar jets, was found near a government arsenal and later arrested. A broom handle linked to the incident was recovered as detectives continued inquiries.

Rock Island Awenpey Sridge John Tharjets Sebstate

Designing a Six Room House With Unusual Exterior

The article outlines a six room house emphasizing attractive exteriors and proper proportion. It notes white shingle walls for color texture, a large varied stone chimney, a low roofed entrance extension, and a practical layout with a kitchen area, three bedrooms, closets and a bath on the second floor. The front measures thirty three feet eight inches, sits on a fifty foot lot, and costs about $7,200. Complete plans and specifications for house A-85 are available from the Building Editor.

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Presbyterians in Indianapolis to elect 135th General Assembly

About 2800000 members of the Presbyterian Church in the United States will attend the 135th General Assembly in Indianapolis May 17 to 24. Delegates from 392 presbyteries will consider consolidating executive work and establishing a 27 member funeral council to replace the current 15 member executive commission and the New Era Movement. Rev Calvin O. C. Hays Johnston Pa. is slated as moderator. ongoing issues include a salaried executive officer and stronger denominational authority between assemblies.

Tndianapolis Ind United States General Assembly Ali Persola Lys Missionary, Educational Ber Olent Dui Wmwanerous Pern. Reny and Spocind Remimillees New Era Movement Ak Council Thia Calvin OC. Hays. Johnston

Native Laborers in South Africa Wreck Farming Machinery

The Associated Press report notes the shock at South African laborers wrecking modern farming gear. It cites the National Institute of Progressive Farming praising electrification and new implements, but warns U S machines must be built tough to endure African conditions.

Institute South Africa Associated Press Chicago National Institute of Progressive Farming

Three of Ten Prizes Awarded by Music Federation

The National Federation of Music Clubs awarded only three of the 19 prizes in its thirteenth biennial contests. Carl Venth of Fort Worth won $630 for the most pretentious composition, with libretto by Robert Francis Allen. Trence Berge of Jersey City earned $500 for chamber music based on Cecil Fanning’s Spring in Sicily, and Joseph J. McGrath of Syracuse won $100 for the best violin solo. All three works will be performed at the federation’s June festival in Asheville, North Carolina.

Associated Press Peoria Pri National Federation of Music Clubs Ording Ly Edwin LB. Garrigues Philadelphia Carl Venth Fort Worth Tex Robert Francis Alien Boston America Trence Berge Jersey City N. J Cecil Fannings Sicily Joseph J. McGrath Syracuse

Pretty Mother’s Day Window at Frank Bros

Central window display at Frank Brothers on Commercial Street curated by Walter Nyeland features a grey moth bust surrounded by red carnations ferns and palms with tan plush backdrop. A small placard urges remembrance of Mother’s Day and sending flowers cards or telegrams. Great tar sands deposits reported in northern Alberta Canada.

Frank Brothers Commercial Street Walter Nyeland

Ancient Egyptian kings buried beneath Paris Bastille garden

Paris reports reveal that Egyptian royal mummies were moved to the Louvre from Egypt by Champollion and later buried in the Louvre gardens. During the July uprising, victims’ remains were interred where they fell and later exhumed to lie beneath the Place de la Bastille column witnessed by Paris residents.

Associated Press Paris Egypt France Champollion Louvre Charles X Tilileries Place de la Bastille

Rotarians Honor Mothers at Monday Noonday Program

Rotarians dedicate their Monday noon luncheon to mothers with all members invited to bring theirs as guests. Rev J R McCartney of First Presbyterian will speak and Victor Zellhoeter will lead the music. The Child Welfare and Boys' Work committee chaired by Georga W Miller will issue cards listing firms employing boys for summer vacation.

J. R. Mccartney First Presbyterian Church Victor Zellhoeter Georga W. Miller

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