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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1928

Page

2

Junior auxiliary spring luncheon at Waterloo Woman's club

Fifty members of the Junior auxiliary to the Arts department of Waterloo Woman's club gathered Saturday for the annual spring luncheon in Black's texroom. Tables formed a horseshoe with pink and lavender roses, a maypole stood at the head table, and officers were announced with rosebud place markers. Mrs. E. T. Alford and Mrs. 4. S. Weishaar spoke, followed by musical numbers and a gypsy dance. New officers named: Gretchen Gaston chair, Maxine Mead vice chair, Marjorie Parker secretary, Pauline Shockley treasurer. May 25, a May dance at the club house, was announced.

Arts Department Waterloo Woman's Club Black Texroom Carol Burr E. T. Alford Woman's Club 4. S. Weishaar W. H. Bickley Fine Arts Reuben Miller Virginia Fish Carol Prescott Flora May Law Gurr Gretchen Gaston Maxine Mead Marjorie ,Parker Pauline Shockley Gaston Margaret Moore Alice Vaughan Margaret Morris Josephine Murtagh Clube House

Miss Arensa Falkenberg Weds Herman D McIntosh

Miss Arensa M Falkenberg daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter J Falkenberg 1120 Grove street married yesterday afternoon at the parental home to Herman D McIntosh Rev Hugh Yost read the service in Nevada Iowa with 15 relatives and friends Mrs McIntosh works as a stenographer for the state highway commission at Ames and they will stay there this summer. In fall they plan to move to Maxwell Iowa where he will be athletics coach at the high school.

Courier Cedar Falls Arensa M. Falkenberg Peter J. Falkenberg Grove Street Herman D. McIntosh Hugh Yost Lutheran Church Nevada McIntosh Nevada, Sr State Highway ‘Commission Ames Maxwell

Podunk Limited Play Set for Two Churches

Fun on the Podunk Limited a riotously funny portrayal of train trip types will be staged tonight at Galvery Evangelical church and tomorrow night at Juinden M. RF church. George Deyo directs the production which scored a success at St. Paul's church recently. A Mother's day program follows at Memorial hall with Mrs. J. F. Bross in charge. Picnic supper at 6:30 p.m. Comrades of the G. A. R. invited to regular meeting that evening. The King's Daughters Scaiter good reticle meets at 7 p.m. tomorrow at Mrs. C. H. Wilson's home with hostesses Mrs. William Walsh, J. P. von Lackum and Earl White.

Podunk Limited Galvery Evangelical Church Juinden, M. “Rf George Deyo Pen-Nie St. Paul's M. BE St. Paul's Church C. H. Wilson William Walsh J. P. von Lackum Earl White

Birthday Surprise At Double Four Bridge Club

Mrs H T Cochenour was surprised at her home by Double Four Bridge club members for her birthday anniversary. Guests provided a picnic supper and presented Mrs Cochenour with a gift. Favors at bridge went to Mrs John Duke and Gene DeVor.

H. ‘T.cochenour Double Four Bridge Club Cochenour Favors Ab John Duke Gene DeVor

V O Sigma Phi Spring Dance Draws Thirty Five Couples

V O Sigma Phi sorority of Town Stair Teachers college Cedar Fans held its annual spring dance Saturday night at Sunnyside County club. Thirty five couples attended with the Sig Rackett as the featured dance. Tennis balls inscribed with the girls names were tossed from the balcony. Special guests included Misses Virginia Hunter Lillian Grange Marierle Johnson Eckel Hardy Helen Woodside and Anna mar Vass. Chaperons were Prof and Mrs Luther A Richmas.

Sigma Phi Stair Teachers College Cedar Sunnyside County Club Virginia Hunter Lillian Grange Marierle Johnson Eckel Hardy Helen Woodside Annamar Vass Luther A. Richmas

Delta Phi Delta Sorority Groves Dinner and Dance

Delta Phi Delta sorority at Iowa State Teachers college held its annual formal dinner dance at 6 30 p m Saturday at the Elks Club. About forty members pledges and escorts attended with patronesses Miss Amy Arey and Miss May Smith. Decorations featured green and white. during a feature dance green and white favors and canes were used. masculine crests were given as favors. Alumnae attending included Misses Olivia Colby Gertrude Christofferson Macque line Lawson and Ann Hawes.

Delta Phi Delta Sorority Iowa State Teachers College Elks Club Amy Arey May Smith Olivia

Church Women Gather For All Day Meetings Across Congregations

Daughters of Plymouth and Sisterhoods of Graves United Brethren First Methodist and Unity guilds hold all day or afternoon church meetings. Plans include choir entertainment, bazar prep, picnic dinners, devotional talks, magazine lessons, and a playlet under church leaders. Participants from G. Hitchcock, Mrs. Miller, J. Wyeth, and others serve on committees and present reports.

First Methodist Church Woman’s Home Missionary Society Don Miller Tirys Miller O. A. McKirtryher Mmes G. W. Hitchcock Barron G. W. Brinkman J. J. Wyeth O. W. Loesbe Anna Brune Ladies Aid Society At & P GC. W. Hitchcock Dan Miller Sawyer C. C. Chesterman L. A. Leckington

Henna Care and New Form for Dandruff Remedies

A reader discusses oil of cade for severe dandruff and hair loss, noting its strong odor. Deodorized cade oil and a homemade mixture of unrefined mineral oil with sulfur are suggested, plus henna for color and scalp care. Instructions for preparation and application are given, including a cosmetic paste and massage routine.

NASA

Foreign student from Czecho Slovakia speaks at Ames club

Kyra Klinderova, a Czecho Slovakian foreign student, addressed members and guests of the American Association of University Women in Ames. She discussed her country’s culture, independence, and efforts in education and Red Cross work, aided by visuals and handwork samples.

Keith Kyra Klinderova Ab Ames American Association of University Women Woman's Club Miss Kunderovya Ames University Red Cross Czeho-Slovakia Ceck Austria-Hungary Prague Herbert Marshall Robert Johnson Brahms Walls W. A. Lane

Mrs Bennett Piano Recital At Home Studio Today

Mrs Bennett presents pupils Katherine Sarsec and Jordiena White in a piano recital at her home studio this afternoon. Program includes works by Schubert Beethoven Grieg and Brahms with student pieces. Also Modern Woodmen dance at 5 pm tomorrow in K P hall and a school banquet for junior senior at Black's tea room Friday evening.

Claude Bennett Katherine Sarsec Jordiena White Schubert Matherine Sarset Gring Ase Apira Fiana Katherine Sarset Pigon Jerdiena White Beethoven Ricordati Gottachalk Cadla Cease Albertte Derdiena Wuaite Gzardis Sernyee McDowell Katherine Sarsel Brahma Jerdiena Wilhle

Choosing Better Songs for Children's Education

An article on selecting children's songs with care to aid musical education. It discusses Mother Goose settings, new songs, and the role of songs in teaching rhythm and dramatization. Emphasizes positive examples and parent guidance in shaping a child's musical experiences.

Mother Goose Kurt Neidlinger

Cold Chocolate Mint Gooling Drinks and Danish Crullers

Instructions for a cold chocolate mint drink with chocolate syrup peppermint essence charged water cream and ice. Danish crullers recipe with sugar sour cream nutmeg soda and flour shaped into diamonds fried until golden brown and dusted with cinnamon sugar. Also a Gold Cake using yolks butter sugar and vanilla baked in a moderate oven.

Death by Own Action Near Clarinda Reported

Shenandoah May 14. R L Woodworth found the body of Homer Huggins 36 a trusty at the state asylum hanging from a railroad trestle on a country road near Clarinda. Police regard it as a death by own action.

Shenandoah Clarinda R. L. Woodworth Homer Huggins State Asylum

Local notices list residents and staff movements around Waterloo

Mrs. 3. E. Sedgwick visits Ames for a few days while Mrs. Mary J. Draude of Chicago visits her parents on Beech Street. Bert Gluck of John Deere travels to Miami on company business. Ruth Gary elected kindergarten teacher in Belle Plaine schools. Cletus Reilly visits parents. J. F. Miller family hosts and choir director is noted. Oil range stolen from 604 La Porte Road remains untraced. William K. Hostetler seriously ill at Allen Memorial Hospital. City council class in civil government underway at Washington School. Donald Betz, 18, fractures left leg unloading steel beams at Rath Packing pint for H A Maine Construction.

3. E. Sedgwick South Street Mary Harriet Iowa State College Ames Mary J. Draude Chicago Valentine Draude Beech Street Bert Gluck Fowler Street John Deere ‘Tractor Company Miami Fla Ruth Gary Franklin Street Belle Plaine John Fiske School J. F. Miller Herold F. Miller Baltimore Street Mr. Miller Westminster Presbyterian Church la Porte Road Lou Furland Mitchell Avenue William JK. Hostetler Walnut Street Allen Memorial Hospital Naga Washington Glenn A. Tibbitts A. EB. Kimball Salt Lake City G. J. Mack Mack Jefferson Street Kimball Utah Waterloo West Distrnict Donald Betz Lafayette Street Rath Packing Company H. A. Maine Con Mruction Company Sl.prancts Hospital

Woman Operates Turquoise Mine Surprise Newark Star Tale

Newark, May 14: Viola Grant, stage actress from Newark, rose from local theatre to marry Col. Chester H. Smith. She became owner and operator of the Viola Blue turquoise mine near Santa Fe, employing about 100 miners. Her rise follows the mine’s fame and a plan to build a Turquoise City, with her returning to Chicago for a World Fair exhibit May 19–35. Col. Smith died December, leaving a lasting legacy in turquoise, including a 19 pound nugget valued near $100,000 and a gift to Col. Lindbergh. Viola vows to realize his dream of a Turquoise City.

Newark N. 3 Viola Grant Chicago Chester H. Smith Colonel Smith Santa Fe N. M Chesterwood Rosses Hill Section Sixteenth Street Hill Burnet Street A. J. Walters Walters Viola Una Abel Brinker Old Blaney Theatre George M. Cohan Johnnie Jones Roadway Three Twins Murray June Mathis Rudolph Valentino Fremont Ned Charlie Murray Mack Rutland Gol. Smith Rome America Col. Smith Col. Lindbergh Viola Blue Cerillos Mountains

Must Wait 14 Yrs to Prove Man Dead in 1912 Case

Breton Massachusetts May 14 relatives of William Diskin cannot touch his estate for 14 years under law unless he is declared dead after being missing since January 21. A tug crew last saw him on a trestle crossing to his shanty, then he vanished. Divers searched, nothing substantial found beyond a bottle and midnight coffee. Newspapers and police labeled it a drowning, but the law requires a formal declaration after 14 years.

Pollice Records The William Diskin

Marion Ind man claims collar button championship

Marion Ind May 14 The collar button championship of the United States is claimed by Robert Hulley city building inspector Hulley states he still has and wears his first collar button purchased in 1879 The button reportedly rolled under a bed in a BR hotel once and a watch and a two dollar bill were discovered during searches related to the button The item is described as self supporting and linked to Hulley through ongoing anecdotes S

Marion Ind United States Robert Hulley Hulley Stilkes Huwley Hulley

Week by Week with Tranyslow Outdoor Discounts

The note urges readers to enjoy outdoor activities this week and to visit downtown shops offering discounts on early summer models. It highlights the abundance of interesting happenings and the appeal of downtown buying without detailing specific events or stores.

Hat Sale Discount at Woods and Mable Miller Move

Customer reveals buying two hats due to a 25 percent discount offered by Mr. Auerbach at Woods, prompting reminder of a summer hat sale. Modiste Mable Miller relocates to 52144 Lafayette St Apt 6 and invites friends to view sport dresses, afternoon frocks, graduation and wedding costumes during business hours 8:30 to 5:30 with evening by appointment. call 4527.

Woods Auerbach Mable Miller Modiste Lafayette St Apt

Royal Furrier Storage Promises Full Fur Protection

Mr. Schlesinger of the Royal Furrier at 21 Bridge Street explains a storage service that guards winter furs against moths dust and theft. The service also offers cleaning refining and remodeling during summer. The fashion note mentions dark daytime color trends with blue paired with white or bright shades.

Schlesinger The Royal Furrier Bridge St

Remembering Potter's Ice Cream Co. Refreshments

You can still order refreshments from Potter's Ice Cream Co. by calling 274 Their ice cream is delicious and their specialty molds are wonderfully attractive.

Potter's Ice Cream Co

Modern Cleaning Makes Delighted Home Comeback

Elinor detours old methods and hires Unique Cleaners to handle spring cleaning. Curtains draperies cretonnes bedspreads and more are bundled and collected, then three days later returned clean fresh and brighter including dyed cretonnes. A friend recalls Woods hats as a lasting habit.

Elinor Upc Bob

Six bulb emergency box from Alker and Myers Electric Shop

Promote ready light with a six bulb emergency kit from Alker and Myers Electric Shop at 515 Jefferson. S&H Green Stamps with all purchases.

Alker and Myers Electric Shop Jefferson, S & H Green

Bride Sets Dinner Service From Pickworth Gifts

The bride to be selects her dinner service to avoid unwelcome gifts and to guide guests on what to purchase. She visits Pickworth Gifts for the newest patterns in Wedgwood and Spode china and imported glass to ensure distinction and beauty for her home.

Pickworth Gifts Asee

Booth-Joseph’s Gift Sale Sparks Early American Sterling

In a Waterloo Courier snippet Mrs Collins notes Booth Joseph’s as the center for wedding gifts. Early American sterling items are sought with forks spoons knives and carving sets already purchased. Butter knives remain as a suggested addition for the joyful bride Mary Lott is mentioned in correspondence.

Booth-Joseph Mr. Collins Sterling Booth- Joseph's Mary Lott the Courier Waterloo

Frances Shop Offers Value on Coats This Week

Women shoppers are urged to act for future wear with substantial reductions on black and dark blue coats at the Frances Shop this week. Even last season’s coats remain stylish and at moderate prices, with Mary Lol offering personal shopping help and mail order options.

Frances Prances

Electric Motor Service Co Repair Service Offer

The Electric Motor Service Co at 304 E Fifth Street advertises one day service in repairing washing machine vacuum cleaner and electric fan motors. Call 405.

State Loan Co offers women cash to cover bills and invest

It's Practical that's why many business women use the State Loan Co Riviera Building option to borrow needed money and pay it back in moderate monthly installments. The company also promotes an 8 percent investment plan for those who are ahead on savings.

State Loan Co Riviera

Handmade Nails Still Made in English Village

In Worcester England in May 1444 nails are still made by hand in parts of England. The craft remains active in Lye with Mrs Nellie Bretite and a helper at the forge. Many families preserve the tiny smithy as machines have mostly replaced handwork though hand wrought nails are considered superb for horse shoeing and a foreign order has come from South America.

Worcester England South America Nellie Bretite Lye Miet Jess Hawaiian Islands Black Country

Elevation of Arkansas First Lady Brings Small Changes

Little Rock May 14 Elevation to the post of first lady of Arkansas has brought little change in the life of Mrs Harvey Parnell She remains with her two daughters Martha Dell 17 and Mary Francis 9 on their plantation near Dermott She prefers home life to society but will move to the executive mansion after school ends Gov Parnell recalls facing strong opposition when he asked his mother in law Mrs Mattie Anderson for her daughter's hand at age 21 She married within a year and she now acknowledges she was mistaken

Little Rock Ark Arkansas Harvey Parnell Mattie Anderson

Brain Test Answer Riddled With Corrections

A list of ten items presents patterns of correctness with annotations like correct, wrong, and cross out. Each line marks a self referential validation, showing how choices should be treated as correct or incorrect. The sequence blends confirmatory and negating cues, resembling a puzzle of self evaluation.

Waterloo Evening Concies PATTERNS

To obtain the Courier up-to-date pattern of accompanying design, send it to FASHION DEPARTMENT, EVENING COURIER, WATERLOO, and using 15 cents for each pattern. These patterns allow for seams. All orders filled as soon as possible, but should resect you in 10 days After sending In your order.

Fashion Department Evening Courier Waterloo

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