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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1914

Page

13

Mary Frances and the Red and Black Plaid Dress

Mary Frances, a 10 year old girl living with her grandmother, hates a red and black plaid dress her relatives plan to make over her for church and Sunday wear. After discovering the dress ruined by moths in the attic, she falsely accuses moths to avoid shame, but confesses later. Her aunt forgives her and teaches honesty.

Mary Frances Marys Frances Mary’ Prances McClure Newspaper Syndicate New York City Rate

Officer Jim at the Palace in a Swift melodrama

At the Palace Sunday the Lubin company releases Officer Jim a fast moving melodrama directed by John Ince. Lawrence McCloskey writes the red blooded cast with Jim and his wife Margaret facing the gambler Davis and the gambler’s associate Burglar. The film promises gripping thrills and steady momentum to the end. Beginning Sunday afternoon.

Lawrence McCloskey John Ince Lubin Company Officer Jim John EB. Ince Margaret Rosetta Brice Davis Douglas Sihole Mrs. Wilson Jean Armour Charles Kelly Frankie Mann Frank McCloskey Clay Tim Jim Mr. McCloskey

Waterloo boosters push for Iowa building at Golden Gate Exposition

LaPorte City Progress Review notes Waterloo boosters pressed for an Iowa building at the San Francisco exposition after the state legislature rejected the idea. The group, led by prominent Waterloo citizens, pledged more than triple the amount of any other Iowa city and aim to place Waterloo prominently in the Golden Gate display.

LaPorte City Progress Review Waterloo Boosters Waterloo Waterlono Golden Gate City

Bird Census Initiative Seeks Nationwide Volunteer Help

The Department of Agriculture invites bird lovers to help conduct a nationwide census to count breeding pairs in defined areas. Observers will map 40 to 80 acre farms including buildings and trees, counting male birds at dawn to estimate breeding pairs and compare trends under federal and state wildlife rules.

United States Washington Boston Biological Survey Department of Agriculture Washington, D. C United States Department of Agriculture

Real estate transfers filed by Black Hawk Co Abstract Co

Land transfers include Marti W Shelley to BE Mathilde Nielsen in 71-89-14 valued at 1 dollar. Win Sohle to BE A Martin et al, parts of lots 1 and 2 block 1 Shilliam’s 3rd sub Waterloo, 1 dollar. Sohle to 5 H Martin et al, parts of lot and block 8 1st addition Oaklawn 1 dollar. George 4A Corey to Lotta B Knapp land in 88-12 1 dollar. City of Waterloo to John Meni part of Whitney road 22-19-13 1 dollar. Susan 8 George to John W George part of lots 7 block 2 Eatons addition Waterloo 1 dollar.

Black Hawk Co. Abstract Co Marti W. Shelley Mathilde Nielsen Sohle A. Martin Shilliam Waterloo H. Martin Oaklawn George 4A Corey Lotta B. Knapp City of John Meni Whitney Road Susan George Johnw.george Eaton

City Farmer Henry W Hummann Tops Waterloo Market Claim

Henry W Hummann, calling himself one of Waterloo's most extensive city farmers, boasts of his gardening skill and outshining rival Sherman Mears. He notes radishes he grew himself, corn and potatoes three inches high, and other vegetables progressing well.

Henry W. Hummann Waterloo Sherman Mears Henry

J F Moyer and wife return after three years away

J F Moyer and his wife, formerly residents, have returned to the city after a three year absence. They are staying temporarily at 223 Hammond Avenue. The couple spent two winters in California and one in Florida during their away period.

J. FR. Moyer Hammond Avenue California Florida

Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertisement Claim

Footnote testimonial from J. J. Knight of Fort Worth Texas says Foley Cathartic Tablets thoroughly cleanse the liver relieve constipation and leave him feeling lively. Advert says tablets beat all for dull sluggish feet and are sold by all druggists.

J. J Knight Ft. Worth Texas

Parricide to divide General Duryen’s millions among three heirs

New York May 25 The millions of Gen Hiram Duryen who was killed on May 4 by his son Chester Duryea will be divided among his three children with sharing equally from the general's estate. Henry H Duryer Mia and the son Chester are named as heirs according to family friends who say the late general indicated plans for the disposal of his property.

New York Hiram Duryen Chester Duryea Qanene Henry H. Duryer Mia Henry O. Anderson Gaid

Missons Convention Elects Officers in Cedar Wapic

Mrs Kat Whitten of New York City was elected president of the International Union of Gospel Missionaries at the first convention business session. Mrs John Ti Wyburn of New York City became secretary with her husband treasurer, and a slate of 30 directors was chosen. local supervisor duties were assigned to Coo Dales, a well known farmer northwest of the city on the Whitnes road as start of road work by a group of men.

Cedar Wapic Kat. Whitten New York City International Union of Gospel Missionarl Ysterday John Ti. Wyburn New Yorks City Hushang Ehagen Nore Folk Coo. Dales Whitnes

Splendid Remedy For Eczema

An advertisement extols a product named S. 5 for eczema and skin troubles. It claims the remedy kills mites, promotes new skin, and transfers red blood to veins, with no dopes or minerals. Promises noticeable improvement after five uses, urging readers to consult Roy drug store and Swift Pure M eta for guidance.

Spain Roy Drug Store Swift Spee GOS Swift Acuna

Local road paving plans near Cedar Falls discussed

It is Monday and local officials consider experts to establish proven projections for road improvements. Attention focuses on completing paving from the east side to Cedar Falls in the near future, with proper attention expected for the route.

Mt Lev Cedar Falla

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