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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1923

Page

6

Better Homes Drive Promotes Women’s Campaign Week

A Better Homes campaign, led by Secretary of Labor Davis and the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, runs June 4 to 9 with demonstration homes, lectures, music, film, contests, and prizes. The effort emphasizes home economics, value, and patriotism in tightening household standards.

Associated Washington, D. C Welemnemaker Labor Davis National Council For Ter Lames Amcr Cit Membe Coolidge Secret Hoover Wallace Thoro Thore Detter Homes Chambers of Commerce Washington General Federation of Women's Clubs Long Island John Howard Payne Rome Sweet Home White House

Warmer Weather Forecast Promises Relief Soon

A fragmentary weather note reports cloudy skies and light drizzle today with unsettled conditions tonight and tomorrow. It notes a potential shift to warmer conditions later, citing yesterday’s high around 71 and a chilly morning low near 45 as context for improving temperatures ahead.

Welfare League to Aid Unemployed in Getting Positions

Waterloo Welfare League partners with jobseekers to place workers, led by Mrs. Dorothy and Mrs. Taylor. They urge those needing work to contact Mr. Yomarsder, stressing the league is not an agency but will aid in finding odd jobs amid winter demand. The aim is to help families earn surplus income until regular work resumes.

Welfare League Waterloo Har Ees Jast

Wholesale Grocers Erect Water Tank at Park Avenue East

Smith, Lichty and Hillman Co, wholesale grocers, will erect a water tank in the rear of its building at 306 Park avenue east to the west in connection with the automatic sprinkler system. A building permit for construction was issued today by Charles Wes Bon, commissioner, the estimated cost being 00. J. E. Dillon, proprietor of the boat at the foot of Park avenue east, obtained a permit for re roofing the boathouse and repairs to the wharf near the dai, to cost 200. J. B. Black was given a permit for remodeling a residence at 1026 Mintberry, at 1008, and John P. Sexton for remodeling at 409 Reed street, 56.

Dai J. B. Black Mintberry John P. Sexton Reed Street

Quality wicker furniture showcased for lasting value

The catalog emphasizes superior wicker furniture with splended construction and quality materials. It promises long service, refined finish, and beauty, highlighting the better quality pieces designed for enduring satisfaction and years of use.

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Wicker Furniture Credit Offers for Home Furnishings

Terms remind customers most homes prefer credit and invite them to buy wicker items from a store with small down payments and easy credit terms. The notice emphasizes furnishing homes on credit, aligning with how businesses operate on credit.

Students Hear Talk by County Treasurer at West High

County treasurer Ed Mauiligan spoke to West High students on American Government. He explained public money collection and tax levies, detailing assessments and government budgeting, offering practical information for future taxpayers. He also noted that in 26 years only six ounces of yadium have been produced.

Ed Mauiligan West High School

Mystery Woman Is Identified as Crook

Des Moines May 18 Hazel Morris 28 credited as Jennie Doe, previously masked as a mother protecting an infant, was identified as the Des Moines suspect in a theft case. Dope peddling and burglary charges tied to St Louis and Los Angeles. A male companion escaped during the robbery. Chief Petitt traced a photo to St Louis authorities for verification.

Des Moines Jennie Doe Hazel Morris St. Louis Los Angeles Wom Tom Pettit

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