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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1925
Page
11
A report in TODAY'S NEWS covers Miss Abby Rockefeller's wedding planned for 4 30 pm at the Rockefeller mansion in New York with 1200 guests, detailing attire and bouquets. It also notes a Chicago murder case involving William D Shepherd, and the grand jury clearing Mrs Shepherd.
Washington reports show White House actions and discussions aimed at aiding business. Tax cut prospects, preference for American procurement by military, and proposals to exempt American firms abroad from taxes highlight a trend toward protective growth. Retail activity improves but cautious buyers slow larger orders.
Des Moines civil dry crusader John B. Hammond files criminal informations against druggists for illegal liquor sales. Judge Beem issues warrants with $800 bonds for six defendants including H. S. Hansen and J. J. Roberts.
Rome May 14 Two Germans were killed and three injured when an automobile carrying American tourists and German pilgrims was wrecked near Avezza Italy. Maurice Lowenthal an American tourist was hurt but physicians said he would recover.
Des Moines man John Cownie, during a London royal visit by King George and Queen Mary, walked up to the king and greeted him, then introduced his son. Bystanders and newspapers called the moment humorous and remarkable, praising the informal encounter.
Police Captain J. T. Farrell testified as the defense and prosecution prepared further witnesses in the Harry Bell murder trial. Kenneth Kern, 10, testified about the evening of the fatal gunshot in the Cortlandt street area, describing a confrontation with Bell and a claim that Bell threatened to shoot.
Delegates arrive for the thirty second annual state convention of the Travelers Protective Association of America at Hotel Russell Lamson with about 360 attendees including delegates and spouses. Events include a Friday banquet and Saturday city tour, with speakers A A Brooks and R Rohde delivering welcomes and remarks.
Des Moines May 14 Attorney General Gibson will appeal to the U S Supreme Court for the state executive council after Federal Judge Martin J Wade upheld Special Master Scott M Ladd's plan to cut railroad assessments. The Rock Island reduction was 8 1 2 percent and the Great Western 18 percent, totaling 4 812 75 and 5 459 098 respectively.
Washington May 14 Edwin J Frist was named postmaster at Des Moines in an official announcement by Postmaster General New.
Abigail Rockefeller wed modern financier David Meriwether Milton in a low key ceremony at the Rockefeller mansion. John D. Rockefeller Sr and Jr attended, with John G. Rockefeller Sr to give away the bride as Miss Helen Milton served as maid of honor. A European honeymoon will follow and the couple will reside briefly near Park Avenue.
Des Moines banks are due about 1 006 million dollars in refunds after Federal Judge Martin J Wade affirmed a Special Master report finding Polk county taxed three banks at one fifth of capital in violation. Other banks paid under protest and will seek relief. case heads to Supreme Court on appeal.
Henry Ford would purchase 400 steel vessels from the United States Shipping Board now rusting at docks. he would salvage 10 to 20 for his use. The statement followed a visit by T. OConnor, Shipping Board chairman, to Dearborn and discussed Ford taking a block from the fleet of more than 1,200 ships. Several difficulties mean the sale could take months to settle.
The American delegation at the Geneva conference filed the Burton amendment to separate arms control from the League of Nations. It proposes a central office chosen by contributing states rather than the league council, with elected representatives to govern its functions. The amendment also shifts publication schedules and narrows publicity on pre ratification contracts. It recalls the opium incident as context for U S objections.
Clyde Dian, 34, bound over to the grand jury on bigamy after a Cedar Rapids wife reported him living with wife No 2 in Waterloo. He had married Vetna Dunn in Waterloo last week, previously wed Fauliné Riley in Cedar Rapids. No license issued. bond set at 3000.
Des Moines May 14 Governor Hammill announced that Dr. Don Griswold of the University of Iowa Medical School will become state health commissioner on July 1. The nomination followed questions about his acceptance after reports he was reluctant to leave Iowa City.
Hollywood figures Claire Windsor Bert Lytell wed in Juarez Mexico while Mary Hay Caldwell Barthelmess and Mary Warrot separate due to demanding careers. Olive Windt to wed Andrew White in New York as Clifton Webb eyed in England appearances. Bert Lytell and Windsor marry after divorce from Vaughn Windsor. Broadway notes highlight ongoing theatrical romances and schedule shifts.
After state board approval nine churches met with University of Iowa officials to discuss a new school of religion. A board of trustees representing churches and the university will organize May 1 to finalize plans funded partly by the university and partly by participating churches. Churches include Baptist Catholic Jewish Episcopal Presbyterian Lutheran Disciples of Christ Methodist Episcopal and Congregational.
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