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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1919
Page
3
Washington notes a surprise appearance by former President Taft in a plain straw hat drawing attention in the capital as readers discuss postwar demobilization and future military needs. The piece contrasts public sentiment with official plans amid the peace era.
Last night in Knocklong Ireland a Sinn Fein prisoner transfer to Cork was ambushed by an armed band. One policeman was killed another seriously injured a third missing. The prisoner was reached by the band. Following this Paris sent Marshal Foch to the Rhine to act if Germany delays peace treaty.
In Portland Oregon a pot of prunes on a gas stove was forgotten by a resident. The smoking pot sent heavy fumes through a bungalow and alarmed neighbors who called the fire department. Firefighters broke in and rescued the prune pot amid shouted exclamations.
Comrades of Co. B 168th Infantry Rainbow division announced the death of Frank Parrish during fighting in the Argonne sector on the morning of October 14. Erwin Parrish, his brother, who served with the Rainbow division, learned of the death after transferring to the unit in April 1919 in Niederzissen Germany. Parrish’s parents had moved to Davenport, Iowa.
Advertising is news in this item noting Swiss railroads equip locomotives with lids on stacks when entering tunnels to reduce smoke and gas exposure. The report highlights safety measures amid tunnel runs and passenger concerns over exhaust in confined spaces.
Miller Drug Co. secures coast to coast agency for a stomach remedy said to relieve acid stomach dyspepsia and related symptoms. The ad touts quick relief and strong druggist interest while promising more details in tomorrow's paper.
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