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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1926

Page

2

Merrian King Ross to wed Edward Northey next Tuesday

Society news reports Miss Merrian King Ross daughter of Mr and Mrs Frederic Ross will marry Edward Northey son of Mr and Mrs Harry Northey next Tuesday at St Pauls Presbyterian Church with Rev W McCormick officiating. Ceremony details include gowns, bridesmaids, flower girls, and ring bearer. Reception plans and guest lists noted, along with past education and current work. Memorial plans for the American Legion also mentioned as part of club activities.

Merrian King Hogs Frederic Min Ross Edward Nathan Northey Harry G. Northey Presbyterlin Ross Mia Charles W, Clarke Glavka Loutye Jesse Hacheywocaeh Darmouth College Eozieh University of Iown oAfiss Waurratce Oss Willoba Roth Reese Mary Weston Wilko Pat Ys Ross Georget Tihey Clarence Vhuudsog iKenosha LeRoy -Janger Alvin Fedders Robert Holder Wendell Webb John McDowell Donald Wilson Roland ‘Taylor Oscos Patton Myera

Y W C A Pageant to Show Work in Health Education

Young Women's Christian Association prepares a spring fete to display health education work. More than 50 girls will perform gymnastic demonstrations and an interpretive pageant titled Every Girl. Cast includes Grace Newkirk and Grace McCullough with lively costumes, followed by fairy helpers and a doctor character promoting good health.

Health Education Department Wade Dna George Adlor Thote Wl. H. Howrey Ry Lewis G. 2 Gormly Jeanette Orsinger Mary Steinaway Pastricla Lees Betty Jane Gaham Janet Zenike Anune Felts Coralie Coontz Margarihet Cornwall Serntia’. Brundage Roge Mary Johnson Roberta Millar Barbara 4Emke Kalora Castle Marian Martin Prances Reiter Herald Lenéra D Ethel Shafer Nathleen Mildred Ford Toster Lois Hawk Marian Huston Margaret Ghesterman Lorraine ‘Zimmerman Gertrude Stetzel Elizabeth Muleaymond

Social Events on Week's Calendar Foblaht ri Omegi EL Gange-EMe

Week calendar lists social events and meetings across clubs and churches. Names of organizers and venues include Waterlooa Women s club Stussell Hotel Queen of clubs and various church groups hold luncheons, classes, and gatherings through Monday to Friday with multiple hosts and locations.

Foblaht Omegi EL Gange Eme Momidiy Afternoun Mutrons G. Loenter Waterlooa Womai

Officers Elected at Annual Dinner of D A R Chapter

Mrs. Paulsen was reelected regent of Waterloo chapter D A R at the annual Organ Station dinner in Bradi's tea room. Miss Mae Howard became recording secretary while Ben Messer is vice regent. Reports were read and emphasis placed on Americanization work with Mary Melrose chapter and the Y W G A. Thirteen members joined, total 166. Members spoke of trust papers pending and plans for Flag Day picnics and social events scheduled later in spring.

Paulsen Waterloo Daughters of the American Revolution Bradi M. J. O'Keefe Mae Howard Treasure Ben Messer Sit Robarts C. F.chaney Secr Ars Ars. Ai BL Lovejoy, Registrar;terian; Mrs Z. Gy Séatt CG. le Fler W. J. Etotelikiss Mary Melrose Chanter Y.W_ OG Washington, D. G Go Po Brown Washington, D. C D. A. R. Continental Congress Washington Ettabelle Storer TL Potter Jean Ronlt Rohit Sirs Aha Rumsey

Beauty and Health Cautions on Admitting Aging Figures

A vintage advice piece urges women to monitor body measurements and control calories to maintain a youthful figure. It prescribes tracking bust waist and hips, avoiding weight gain, and using corsets or girdles with dramatic caution. It also recommends hygiene steps to keep pores clean and notes potential causes of skin issues.

Church Banquet And Meetings At Local Churches

Street Baptist plans its annual spring banquet Tuesday at 7 in Bishop's cafeteria with reservations via Mrs. C. D. Smith by Monday evening. First Lutheran hosts a Wartburg League outing tomorrow at 4 p.m. at the church, with transportation provided. Horton Avenue Baptist hosts Mothers’ banquet and programs featuring panthers and musical numbers. Mrs. Wayne Gervin and Mrs. William Wilkins lead. First Methodist Episcopal prepares a Whilathea class dinner at 6:30 p.m. Monday in Black's Tearoom as teachers head for summer vacation. Plymouth Congregational Church holds a large reception and luncheon after a Dratusion service and readings led by Miss Mira Pierce. Graves Memorial United Brethren hosts cafeteria supper and reception for new members and a budget talk after church.

Horton Avenue Cracel Mat Lewis Les Roses Théonte Peterson Whilathea First Methodist Iver Graves Memorial United Brethren Hiile Virginia Llens Christian Endeavor Gaoier Maia Joll Sorge James Haskins Iniel John Manson Vomins von Cerminah Ware Han

Waterloo Woman's Club to Host Year End Afternoon Party

The Waterloo Woman's Club hosts an afternoon party Monday with upstairs drawing room entertainment. Miss Olivia Haderlein performs piano selections, Miss Marian Bronson reads, and Miss Violet Watters contributes vocal pieces. A large committee, chaired by General Chairman, manages decorations, refreshments, and finances with many members listed. the event marks the final gathering of the year.

Waterloo Woman's Olivia Haderlein Marian” Bronson Violet Watters Perinith Voce Sulas Ales Clinton BP Shodldas jAeneral Jw. I. Spencer Frank Fish iMrs George Wood Wink Alrs Cleveland Anh. O. Wilson V. A. Zellhopfer Mmes M. MM. Beal Neil Jackson Mrantle Wyatt Stephen Brown RR. Sieg A. Morris Dd. Lavox George B. Worthen Calaj Ler Hf.o'neil J. W. .Winter- Votham J. C. Pagleman EB. ‘M. Henderson Elljott Wise Howard Buer J. Merlein Max Wisug John Witzperaukt Enry Wurster WOM

Mrs C A Lasser Re-Elected Head of Whittier P T A

Mrs C A Lasser was re elected president of Whittier P T A. Mrs C A Cruis rice served as president and Miss Miriam Whitney as secretary treasurer. Seventy five attended the meeting of committees. Funds raised supported Near Hast Relief Forget me not movement and playground equipment. The Red Cross seals sale exceeded $200. The meeting in the Byasia Asiady decorated with flowers featured kindergarten band music.

C. A. Lasser Whittier Parent-Teather Association C.a.cruis -Rice Miriamn Whitney Elasion Spent Dd Ironsides Red Cross ByYsia Asiady Helen Taylor C. A. West M. ©. Buck

Club Notes Wide Awake Evening Hosted by M Fred Morgan

Social gathering last evening entertained by M Fred Morgan. Guests were received by Mr and Mrs Froy Duke. Mrs T M Woodrufe assisted the hostess.

Fred Morgan Froy Duke T. M. Woodrufe

West High Spectator selects student editors for next year

Staff will edit the Spectator without journalism class oversight. Mauvirs Zimmering is editor in chief. Other editors include Arling Cole, Nelie Fish, Donald Pintayson, Ann Feldman, Ruth Iiteheneck. feature editors Mercia Ferris, Florence Young, Marina Dougherty, Wilma Kerr. sports editors Preston Sweilzend, Wilian Hey. business managers Dana Lasser, Nagoy.

Spectator West High Mauvirs Zimmering Arling Cole Nelie Fish Donald Pintayson Ann Feldman Ruth Iiteheneck Mercia Ferris Florence Young Marina Dougherty Wilma Kerr Preston Sweilzend

Hudson Senior Play Presented Twice

The Hudson senior play was performed twice at Hudson High School auditorium on Thursday and Friday evenings to a large, appreciative audience. Coached by Miss Gadi Reanel, cast included Arville Lofton Dwight Benjamin George Strayer Zatha Green Matton Tse Milner Edward Sinn Keane Mattinghy Jaton Olson Chavon Mattingly Arthur Riga Ceten Edelwitt Lareeta Gatkneche Yelanda May and others.

Hudson Fieh Boot Gadi Reanel Arville Lofton Nwight Benjamin George Strayer Zatha Green Matton Tse Milner Edward Sinn Keane Mattinghy Jaton Olson Chavon Mattingly Arthur Riga Ceten Édelwitt Lareeta Gatkneche Yelanda Hehe Ae

Memorial Day observances and music at Cedar Falls college

Cedar Falls reports Memorial Day plans across Cedar Falls with a morning sermon by Dr. Echlin at the Presbyterian church, a 4 PM sacred concert by the college string ensemble directed by Edward F. Kurle, and cemetery decoration by Army and American Legion posts. Also noted are Riverview park improvements, a college recital by Miss Rush Waugh and colleagues, church sermon topics, and local society events.

Cedar Falls Clyde Wikimin Cornall College Mt. Vernon Teachers College Eachers Edward F. Kurle Cedar Pally Echiin Presbyterian Church Regent Theatre Conrad Y Warrington Iowa Falls Nid Army American Legion Riverview Pari Riverview Park Carpenters Rush Waugh Mabel Evans Tama Miriam Evans Spencer Wilk Gilchrist Hall Miss Waugh George W.samson Waugh Rasmussen Constructiaty Spokane Sre. Lion

Cedar Falls Notes From Local Paper Entertainments and Buildings

Cedar Falls notes report remodeling at the Kreger home south of the city post fire damage, Albert Gibson building a 6 room house and a 66 foot whiskey house for poultry experiments, and a preacher from M. Pulpit Clyde H Baker to fill Hirst M E church. Also mentions the Old Gold Jubilee edition of Teachers College annual, a requiem mass for Dewitt Wilson, and a Mother-Daughter Dinner with 327 guests.

Chanpler R Stevens Misg Ya M Lugo A. UL. Kreger Cadar Falls Albert E. Gibson Rainlow Drive Gedar ‘Heights Clyde H. Baker Epworth League Council Clear Lake Hirst M.E Minneslagers Teachers College Dorothy. Charles William 8. Galloway Imanager Huner H. Seerley Wilson Fameril Moinelay St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Dewitt C. Wilson St. Bernard's Cemetery Wilson Rock ‘County Illinois Farley Julia Finn Daywin J Forest Cedar Patis Toward Waterlooo Harvey Denver George Canada Ward Sadle Los Angeles Harry Lydia James Abbie First Nx i Social Service Earl A. Boatman Waterloo Prias

Early June Cedar River fishing opens with mixed luck

Local anglers flock to the Cedar River below the dam on the first fishing day of the season. Water remains cold and conditions are unsettled as early catches include pickerel and crappie, with many fishermen leaving empty nets while Burr Lichkty notes better prospects await a June freshet and rising water.

Yorks Lsh United States Ralph B. Slippy George Luehi Allen Street Ike Walton Burr

Gideon Speakers to Visit Twelve Churches Sunday

Waterloo and Cedar Falls Gideon delegations will conduct services in twelve churches across Ackley Dumenit Shell Rock and Waterloo areas including Free Methodist St Pauls M E and various denominations. Fort Dodge Cedar Rapids Marshalltown Des Moines Grinnell camps are also planned with a Grinnell house of worship. The Iowa Gideons report excess quota of Bibles as a badge of honor to national president Daniel Boggs.

Waterloo Cedar Falls Gideon Ackley Dumenit Shell Rock Free Methodist St. Paul's M. E FL Willis Janks Fort Dodge Gideons Cedar Rapids Marshalltown Des Moines Grinnell Jenks Iowa Gideons Daniel Boggs

City in Brief: Local Notables and Visits

City in brief items note Mr. and Mrs. John F. Jacob depart for an extended visit to Visalia California with his brother Thomas. Judge T W Gwynne undergoes tonsil removal at Allen Memorial hospital. Emma Nattman Riehl, podiatrist, to attend Des Moines state podiatry meeting. Mrs Jeanette Countyman and daughter Jacqueline Jean Kalb visit her parents in Des Moines. Mr and Mrs Miller host weekend visitors in Antes Iowa. Moeller couple attend funeral at Sterns Lake, return soon. Seydel, New York stock exchange official, visiting. Rotary district conference in Des Moines informs luncheon program for Elote? Russell Lam A W Taylor Minneapolis Civil War veteran visits. Jo. Al Paulsen reports road bond election plans for June 7 to issue 1,800,000 bonds for primary road system improvements. Details forthcoming.

John F. Jacob Thomas Visalia Cal T. W. Gwynne Allen Memorial Hospital Emma Nattman Riehl Des Moines Jeanette Countyman Jacqueline Jean Ie Kalb FR. Conrad MW. JH Miller Manherd Street Antes Harold J. Miller Moellernd Sternslake PF. Seydel Stoknsel National Board of Five Suttier Writers New York Nwo M. M. Seydel Second Street West H. H. Mosier Rotary International Elote Russell-Lamson A. Wt. Taylor Minneapolis Nis Iee Jueh Smith Berteh Avenue Taylor Jo. al Paulsen Jas Buburne Vois Ote Creser Unite

Charge Ford With Violating Mann Act

Cedar Rapids Iowa May 13 Clarence Ford 42 Grundy Center will face a federal commissioner this afternoon on a Mann Act charge. He was arrested yesterday by U S Marshal M L Healy. Ford is accused of taking Thora Heisler 18 from Grundy Center to Peport Illinois on April 26. He is married.

Cedar Rapids Clarence Ford Grundy Center United States M. L. Healy Ford Thora Heisler Preeport Til

Cedar Falls Man Gottfried Madori Dies at 86

Gottfried Madori, 86, died at Western Old People’s Home where he had resided since March 15 192%, on a Friday afternoon. Funeral services will be held at the home Sunday with Bergeman officiating. he was born in Germany and had no relatives.

Gottfried Madori Tey. c. l Bergeman Madori Germany

Playground Supervisors Named for City Sites for 1926

Victor Read announces assignments for the seven city playgrounds with supervisors including Es hiontie Park Verd Winter owd Lawndale J Mills Adison Roger Dooley West Gertrude Haynes Gates Park Frances Haliman Pal s Pond Esther Schmidt John Piske Frederick Morse The 1926 season opens Monday June 14 with Winbrowd and Mills the only returning supervisors A note corrects prior mislabeling a colored playground stating it serves all races and past teams included white and negro players

Lawndale B. Mills Adison Roger Dooley West West Gertrude Haynes Gates Park Frances Haliman Pal’s

Motorist bruised in street crash with truck

Alarcus Shannon of 421 Cherry Street was bruised when his car collided with a Young Coal truck at the McKinley and Milesy Street intersection. The impact damaged both vehicles. Shannon said he did not see the truck in time. The truck driver was uninjured. In Oelwein Iowa Theron Virgil Leverton, 1% son of Mr and Mrs uy Leverton, died at his grandfather William Turner’s home at 514 Fifth Avenue West. Funeral 2:20 p.m. Monday.

Alarcus Shannon Cherry Street Young Coal Oelwein Theron Virgil Leverton Uy Leverton Willian Turner

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