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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1926

Page

11

TIDINGS FROM WARSAW A restless Europe fuels unrest and drift in capitals

Reports from Warsaw describe Pilsudski and Galician garrisons shaping a crisis as Vienna notes refusals to negotiate and Berlin signals control of the capital. Amid rumors of Belvedere Palace battle, bread prices rise and public distress grows. English labor disputes ease but portents of disorder linger as nations grapple with instability and anxieties abroad.

Warsaw Pilsindsti Vienna Witos Berlin Siat Pilsudski Belvedere Palace Europe

Pilsudski Overthrows Government in Warsaw Uprising

Reports from Berlin and Paris say Marshal Pilsudski has taken control in Warsaw in a violent power struggle against Premier Witos and President Wojciechowski. Cabinet members were captured or deserted as rail unions threaten to halt transport. The revolt prompts fears of broader conflict as labor and military factions rally behind Pilsudski.

Warsaw Mirshal Berlin Politi Marshal Posudski Pilsudski Tnvader Vilna Altho Lithuania Ostra Srowies T Marshal Pilsunski Wites Sikorski Jahov Czerniwice Sikors Was Ten

Labor Broadcasting Station License Test in May

Washington May 14 the commerce department may test its power to license broadcasting stations and the Chicago Federation of Labor plans to operate a new radio station on 491 meters using WEAP News Park KGW Portland. About 40 stations remain denied licenses as the case proceeds while the federation station awaits operation.

Washington, D.C Department of ‘Commerce Chicago Federation,” of Labor Bke Br Weap News Park KGW Portland Chicago Digtriet Ih Rowrt Federation

Blaine Big Rain for Manhole Death Gas

Gas from a manhole caused a fatal incident at the Knights of Columbus clubhouse. Grnest is named in the report, with Boughey and Herrington involved as investigators discuss the Carnegie hero contest recognition for Bogner, who died while attempting a rescue.

Blaine Sioux City Jn Magy le Cip Boughey The Veterans of Foreign Wars Herrington Knights of Columbis Carnegie Bogner

High school collects $5,000 in back fees

Town City, la. May 14. Five thousand dollars in delinquent tuition fees have been collected by the local high school, according to a statement issued by Secretary A. J. Hertz yesterday. The accounts ranged from one to five years in age. Payment of $2,500 more is expected before the opening of the fall term next September.

Town City Jocal High School A. J. Hertz

Weather Variation Across Des Moines Town Layout

Des Moines reports show varied weather with frost in the west and northwest areas overnight, warmer conditions in the south, and the east regions along the Mississippi River experiencing generally rain. The report notes the split conditions across the town with no uniform temperature pattern.

Des Moines Towa Mississippi River

Oslo Watches for News of Amundsen Expedition

In Oslo on May 14 crowds gathered anxiously as word of Roald Amundsen’s expedition returns with no new reports. The city awaited any official update while residents speculated on his progress and safety after days without communication.

Oslo Notway

Politicians Run Illinois Penitentiaries Under Scrutiny

Joliet and Stateville penitentiaries face a grand jury inquiry into prison conditions and a recent slaying of Deputy Warden Peter Klein and a mass escape. Witnesses include Capt. Michael Kane and Deputy Warden of Stateville with staff statements warning of public anger if conditions are exposed.

Illinois Grand Jury Joliet INS Staveville Peter Klein Michael Kane Dotlet Soraier Stateville Ah di Whithhan Wilt Colvin State Parote Am Pardon Board Wa Jie Chauncey Jenkins Department of Public Beclffire

King, Connecticut Republican leader, dies after illness

Jann Tr. King, longtime Connecticut Republican leader and close Roosevelt ally, died after a short illness. He faced federal indictments with Daugherty and Miller over the American metals case and a separate perjury charge on his tax return. Born in Brooklyn, he helped manage Leonard Wood’s 1920 presidential bid before aligning with Harding.

Bridgeport Comma Jann Tr. King Natonal Loie Harry M. Daugherty Thomas W. Miller American Metals King Connecticut Theodore Roosevelt Leonard Wood Ter le Harding Brooklyn

U P Manager Shows at Parsons College Journalism Day

Parsons College hosts United Press journalist Irwin J. Femrite Iowa manager who demonstrates "Around the World, Around the Clock" films and illustrates how news is gathered. Dean Carl C. Guise presides as Fairfield Ledger editor Hubert McDougal helps organize sessions with a Rotary luncheon for visitors.

Vwairfield Towa Parsons College Irwin J. Femrite Iowa United Press Dean Carl C. Guise Hbert McDougal Fairfield Ledger Enllege Iise Itors Rotary Club

Coolidge Vetoes Bill to Restore Captain to Rank

President Coolidge sent a mild rebuke to Congress and vetoed a bill to restore Captain Chester A. Rothwell to his army rank. The officer was discharged a year ago after an efficiency board recommended his removal. The White House argued Congress should not override the War Department’s judgment on efficiency.

Ington P. C Coolidge Congress Chester A. Rothwell War Department

Lerichenfeld Seen as German Premier Candidate

May 14 report cites Lerichenfeld, former Bavaria premier and Bavarian Peoples party member, leading in the race for Germany's chancellorship to succeed Te. Luther. His wife formerly Ethel Wyman of Detroit and New York. Defense Minister Gerster, interim chancellor, declined to pledge permanent policy.

Bertin Cpane Tugs von Lerichenfelt Bavaria Germany Te. Luther Count von Lerichenfeld Bavarian Peoples Party Due Ethel Wyman Detroit New York Gerster

Courier delivery instructions and contact note

The notice directs Courier delivery before 3 20 o clock with replacement by phone if the paper is late. It provides a phone contact and mentions addressing an error in delivery and a copy to be sent.

BOC

British Railways Strike Ends as Government Proposes Settlement

London May 4 Great Britain moved toward normal conditions as a settlement was reached to end the railway strike. The agreement between unions and railway companies may restore near normal service within hours. Premier Baldwin said progress was made in peace talks affecting coal and rail, and proposed peace fire-positions for miners and owners over the weekend. Police logged miner disturbances, Pleasley saw street tracks uprooted, and the Trades Union Congress urged restraint. A subsidy plan of 315,000,000 was noted, contingent on acceptance of broader settlement terms.

England Trades. Union Congress Hine London Great Britain Milrnad Untions Tee Raiway Baldwin House of Commons Cnzl Pleasley Derbyshire Trades Union Congress Lowton Ev Baldwin

Dead Man Found Near Chicago Gunmen Target Range

DuPage county investigators opened a homicide probe after an unidentified man was found dead in the railroad yards west of Chivara. The body showed a lead bullet wound and a broken leg, with no identification on clothing. Sightings say the nearby rail yard may have been used by Chicago gunmen to test firearms, including machine guns and sawed off shotguns.

Wheaton Chivara DuPage County Chicago

Central Vision offers special rate to church congress attendees

Chicago May 1 AP A special rate of one fare for 3 long trips has been granted by the Central Vision to pilgrims attending the eucharistic congress in Chicago. The new rate is published in a letter from C A Fox, chairman. The Central Association territory covers Michigan's lower peninsula, northern Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and extends to Buffalo New York, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and Wheeling West Virginia.

Ieucharistic Congress Chicago Jung C. A. Fox Michigan Geesler Illinois Indiana Olie Waffalo N.Y Pittsburgh Wheeling W.va

Three Students Die in Crash at Crossing Lima

A crossing accident near Lima leaves Nathin Jones Frank Martin and Miss Jessie Mulien dead among three students from Northern University. A fourth student is injured possibly from Italy. Local authorities investigate the wreck as a tragic university community mourns the loss.

Lima iThree Northern University Italy Prade Nathin Jones Frank Martin Jessie Mulien

17 Entrants Are Listed to Start Kentucky Derby

Louisville May 14 INS Carlaris the wonder horse winner of 75000 Tia Juana Coffroth and other handicaps may be among the starters in the renewal of the Kentucky Derby tomorrow. Entries announced show 17 horses face the barrier in the creature classic and Carlaris is noted though injured. Official list includes Woot, Light Carbine, Rock Man, Baggenhagen, Take on Gharee, Asadin, Champ De Mars, Espino, Recollection, Callier, Pont-Displar, Balion, Bubbling, Rhinuck, Roverotter, Boot Baggenbaysage and Bubbling Over coupled as late Maur farm entry of E R Brady. All carry 129 pounds. Weather today cloudy.

Louisville Carlaris Rice Woot Light Carbine Rock Man Baggenhagenee Gharee Asadin Champ de Mars Espino Recollection Callier Pont- Displar Balion E.R. Bradey

Dry Officers Fire On Suspected Liquor Party Near North Platte

North Platte Neb May 14 API liquor ambush party officers fatally shot driver Zollers, 25, who fled when officers flagged him for holdup. Special officer Runyon and constable Johnson are jailed pending coroner’s inquest.

North Platte Neb le Mistant Zale Jars C. Tf. Runyon Polite Varry Jounson Hollceman Trade Wetoyney Pendine Zollers Gollie Roh Jim

Polar Blimp Missing. Police Call for Traffic Reports

Radios have not located the Polar Blimp since noon Thursday as efforts continue. L. R. Plowman, Black Hawk Electric manager, urges police and motorists to report reckless driving and traffic violations to aid enforcement when officers are scarce.

L. R. Plowman Black Hawk Electric Compa Riverfronc Comoner

Bury Messenger Boy Who Drank Coffee Sent Dope Addict

Funeral held for Louis Des Jarlais a 16 year old messenger who died after drinking coffee he was to deliver to Mrs Dorothy Korth believed tainted with morphine. Telegraph office workers paid burial expenses amid public concern. Alfréd Karth, county jail inmate, is alleged to have supplied the dope and may face manslaughter charges when the case is presented to the September grand jury.

Sioux City Hoy United States Eny Canadas Crostany Sioux Louis Des Jarlais Dorothy Korth Des = ifarlais Des Jarlais

Seven Convicts Indicted for Warden Murder in Joliet

Chicago report says seven convicts who escaped from the new State jail on May 5 after murdering Deputy Warden Peter Kiem have been named in bills voted by the grand jury at Joliet. Five are recaptured. two remain at large, James Price from Winnebago county and Charles Duschowsky from Chicago.

Chicago Chiguzo Tournal New Staterule Peter Kiem Joliet Streater James Price Winnebago County Charles Duschowsky

Illinois Farmer Injured in Waterloo Car Crash

Robert Cross, 23, was seriously hurt when a wagon he rode was struck by an automobile driven by Oscar Hopka, 29, of Waterloo. The collision occurred on Cunningham Road west of Waterloo as Cross guided a wagon and horses onto the paved road. Hopka, traveling from Chicago to Waterloo, reported that trees obscured Cross and his team before the sudden encounter.

Wintebauge Robert Cross Fl Wigzen Oscar Hopka Waterloo Tlonka Lincoln Street Cross Hook Chicago Waterlan Tie Jim

Early Fire Destroys &mmetsburg School in Hmweisberg

A blaze swept through the sisters school and home in Hmweisberg on May 11. Sparks from the chimney touched the roof. children were marched out safely with no injuries. Loss estimated between 15,000 and 15,000 dollars, likely covered by insurance.

Mmetsburg Hmweisberg Aly Mallard Iasur

U S World Flier Cautions on Amundsen Party Safety

An aviation expert from Alaska downplays immediate danger to Amundsen's party, noting severe weather as the main hazard. He explains they could land anywhere and manage fuel and supplies, saying they face no imminent risk of starvation if they reach Nome or a central Alaskan valley.

U.S Ube Arnold Waendervil Valley Alaskat Arhol

Norge dirigible Norge reported missing over Arctic voyage

News wires recount weeks long search for Roald Amundsen's airship Norge with 16 aboard, spanning St Paul Island to Nome. Navy radio stations report intermittent contact then silence, prompting fears of grounding or drift near Barrow and Spitzbergen.

Seattle Wash Norge Bay Spitzbergen North Pole Nomé Alaska Roald Sen Grokie Norge Naval Hinchinbrook Down St. Seward Hindhred Altratic Arctic Ditigibl Norge Roald Am Sterday Brg United States Navy Raio St. Paul Islan St. Paul Amundsen Cao Noralweat Kempt Musher Eagle City Norwesian Tredito Senda Tong Telngram

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