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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1926

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Vare Leads Pepper in Pennsylvania Senate Primary

In Philadelphia May primary results show William Vare leading George Pepper for the Republican US Senate nomination with Pinchot in third. Pepper held a significant early lead but Vare’s pledge for personal liberty and noninterference in rights highlighted his campaign. Wheeler warned the dry vote split could hurt Pennsylvania’s anti liquor platform.

Philadelphia Adm William Vare U. S.senate Vara George Wharton Pepper Secretary of the Treasury Melion Gifford Pinchot Bousdry Soo Pinchot United Phila Pepper Phia Ginchot Aes United‘ Mins Workers State Federation of ‘Labor Pyegh Republic Edward E. Beidlemanz Lie Beidleman Fisher Ephillips Tener Washington, D. C Wayne B. Wheeler Antisaloon League Senate Pennsylvania Varel Pinghot Vare Dryj Mote William

Catholic Organizations To Receive Bequests From Traer Estate

Traer Int May 19 John Stayskal died near Traer in February leaving a will directing gifts to St Josephs Catholic Church Chelsea and to family members. Bequests include $402 to the church, $1000 to wife, $5000 to one son, $3000 to another son, with other legacies noted and land previously given to heirs.

Traer Estate Traer John Stayskal SGU St Josephs Catholic Church Chelsea Hans’ Kore Citicn Toc Wie Charles

Death verdict reported in drowning of Mr Ben Setias

In a tragic incident, Mr Ben Setias died in a drowning accident while fishing with his wife Tees Uae. The report notes the couple were together when the incident occurred and that investigations or determinations were made regarding the death.

Maananlerta Ben Setias Tiaeher Tees Uae

Des Moines May Fight Ends In Clarified Verdict

In Des Moines a dispute over Hayter escalated after an argument leading to a fatal incident. Terres was injured in the confrontation and the event followed a prior disagreement, according to authorities.

Des Moines Che Vatheritiog

Fixes Up Trap Gun to Protect Garage and Shoots Brother

In Uhicago on May 15, John Bogy was seriously wounded by a trap gun devised by his brother Waller Bogy. Waller built a hidden firing device to defend a private garage. John entered the garage and was struck by the weapon, marking a violent attempt to deter intruders.

Uhicago John Bogy Waller Bogy John

LC C Open Hearings in Midwest Freight Rate Probe

The Railway and Utilities Commission appoints a panel of state railroad and public utility officials to sit with the commission for oral arguments in the Midwest freight rate inquiry. Members include Taylor of Nebraska, Hetts of Arizona, Bowen of Minnesota, Millien of North Dakota, Lewis of various boards, Gliatore of Texas, Bock of Colorado, Hussey of Kansas, and Thompson of Idaho with the Texas and Oklahoma commissions joining for livestock arguments.

PAGH Railway and Utiuidies Ning State Corporation Railroad Commission PH. 46 Taylor Nebraska Railway Commission Amos B. ¢Hetls Arizon Corporation Coalmsmission Ivan Bowen Miyttesota' Railroad and Warshouse Commission Frank Millielinn North Dakota Board of Railroad Commissioners Dwight N. Lewis Clarence 3. Gliatore Texas Railroad Commission Otto Bock Public Utilities Commission of Colorado J. Hussey Kansas Public Service Commission J. W. Thompson Idaho Public Utilities Commission State Commission of Texas Oklahoma

Democratic Heads Favor Watchful Waiting Campaign

The Democratic party seeks to avoid public clashes over the Ku Klux Klan issue and hopes time will ease tensions. Leaders in Washington prefer quiet conduct, while awaiting public reaction before any decisive moves. The two thirds and unit rules debate surfaces as New York signals approval, though changes require the convention.

Ku Kluxy Dan Washington Democratic ‘National Committee New York Lowal McAdoo Democratic National Committee National Committee Herala-Tribune

Severe midwest storm lashes Indiana and Illinois

A violent late yesterday storm swept through northwestern and central Indiana and northern central Illinois, killing three people and causing about 400000 dollars in damage. A 70 mile wide tornado-like path near Harvey Chicago caused extensive property loss, while Purdue University sheds and barns suffered damage. Three people were killed including a pilot near Chicago and a 13 year old girl in another incident. ten were injured.

Intiana Minois Tillnols Tillndls Flarvey Chiicago Chicago Escap Wordster Dallara LaFayette Ind Purdue University ‘Experimental Argon Lle Ross C. Kirkpatrick Ford Airways Service Kirkpulvick Detroit William. Arnold Fort Wayne Virginia McQuistion Purdue Otder Urbana University of Tlinois Hite

Mrs Williams Catlin dies after long illness at local hospital

The body of Mrs. Williams Catlin of 3012 Logan avenue is held for funeral arrangements at Peterson Bros. She died at 6 20 p m Tuesday after a long illness caused by heart trouble. Adell Curtis born in Chickasaw county Iowa April 16 1858 married William S. Catlin in 1876 and moved to Dubuque and Waterloo later. Mrs Catlin was a Walnut Street Baptist Church member and active in church societies. She belonged to Lincoln Chapter Ladies of the G A R and worked with the W C T U. Survived by husband William C. Catlin three children Ray Gelwin Mrs May Stay and Mrs Adelaide Aldand plus a brother W T Curtis and two sisters Mrs Laura Ce Dew and Mrs Tucella Hackett.

Willeam.s. Catlin Williams Catditt Logan Avenue Peteson Catlin Adell Caurtis Chickasaw County William S. Catlin Dubuque Waterloo William C. Catlin Ray Gelwein Matte Stay Orange Township Adelaide Aldand Waterton W. T. Curtis Minneapolis Minn Laura Ce Dew Minneapolis Tucella Hackett New Haimpton

Funeral services for Walter A Wilcox held Saturday

Funeral services for Walter A. Wilcox, 72, of Eighth Street West, who died Sunday, will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday in Petersen Bros. chapel. Rev. J. Richmond Morgan of First Congregational Church will officiate. Burial will be at Elmwood. Arrangements prepared to allow relatives arriving from California.

Waller Wilcox Eighth Street West Petersen Bro J. Richmond Morgan First Congregational Church Alieinting Hurtal Hi Elmwood California

Temperatures Tie Withledas at Seventh Inning

In a weather brief the report notes high and low temperatures with unclear phrasing. It mentions a tie around the seventh inning and a time reference near one o clock in the afternoon. The fragment hints at Widte sodas and related items but lacks clear context.

Dunkerton to Grad 20 Students Tonight

Dunkerton consolidated school awards diplomas to 20 pupils in exercises tonight. Named graduates include Quentin, Vern Messer, Magee, Jayes, Staebell, Davis, Pettkether, Dunkerton, Barlow, Perry, Smith, Heinze, Cluthing, Gerdes, and Wen. Event set for May 19 as part of the high school exercises.

Dunkerton Dunkerton Consolidated School Exer Thea Quentin Vern Messer 3 ' Magee Clife Jayes Robert” Brisch Ross Guyer Joe Staebell Robert Davis Paul Pettkether Freda Dunkerton Grace Barlow Esther Perry Phelma Smith Mikfred Heinze Grace’ Cluthing Hazel Gerdes Estella Wen

Waterloo men buy Reinbeck brick yard business

Reinbeck brickyard changed owners Monday and is now operated as the Reinbeck Brick Company. New owners are George Dikes Reinbeck Fred Giles and F P Short. An outlet for much of the product will be through the Short Lumber and Coal Co. at Waterloo. The consideration was $9,206.

Reinbeck Reinbeck Brickyard Reinbeck Brick Company George Dikes Rein- Weck Fred Giles FP. Short Waterloo Short Lumber & Coal Go Waterios

Dead Publisher Morrison Possible Burial in Tabor

John J. Morrison publisher of a Duluth weekly died in a Superior hospital and may be buried in Tabor, his birthplace. Morrison was moved from Duluth to dodge service of a Minnesota warrant for obscene matter, and his removal occurred without his physician’s knowledge.

Superior Wis John J. Morcison Duluth Tabor Morrison Minnesota Foint Hospital Dulith

Board of Tax Assessment Review Nears Completion

City council members act as a board reviewing personal property assessments with few items remaining. They will consider objections from taxpayers whose assessments were raised. Auto dealers’ stock valuations, based on average cars carried, were discussed last night. Another meeting will be held tonight.

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Veterans face six weeks to reinstate wartime insurance

Les Maines reports from May 39 that wartime Army Insurance policies have been identified and converted. The U S Veterans Bureau announced that more than $1,200,000 has been accounted for to date. Six weeks remain for veterans to reinstate or convert their wartime insurance before the closing date of July 2.

Les Maines United States Veterans’ Bureau

Iowa Corn Planting Nears Completion Averages Sixty Seven Percent

Dos Moles May 19 report shows corn planting about 72 percent complete with some fields cultivated once and stands described as not very good. Oats, pastures, and alfalfa mixed. drought injuries noted. Minimum temperature 28 degrees with light frost in lowlands. Some farmers plant deeper to deter birds. sugar beet planting resumes as week ends.

Drouth Des Moines Seatt

Farm employment in 1894 Iowa census shows figures

Des Moines May 18 AP Agriculture reported 406501 employed in 1894 with 316049 in domestic and personal service 59463 in professions 184959 in trades and transportation 69512 in manufacturing and mechanical lines 160504 in labor unclassified Morgans director of census department notes totals and breakdowns for Iowa farms and labor sectors.

Des Moines

Judge Refuses to Reopen Rich Case

Lansing May 19. Judge Charles B. Collingwood denied the motion to reopen the case of Arthur Rich of Battle Creek, a wealthy sportman, in the Louise King criminal assault verdict. The judge rejected defense claims of error and refused a new trial.

Lansing, Mich INS Charles B. Collingwood Toeircnit Court Thoya Arthur Rich Wealthy Battle Creek Louise King Branter Collingwood

Bodies of a Man and Wife Found in Sawdust

Jefferson county authorities found the bodies of Omar Aller and his wife Ethel in sawdust on a Bergholz farm, about 15 miles from Wire. They had been missing three days as the coroner and sheriff investigated the scene.

Steubenville Jefferson County Omar Aller Ethel Bergholz Wire

Town Youth Wins Oratorical Contest

Detroit May 7 UP Philip N Krasne representing the University of Michigan won the central states oratorical contest and will represent Michigan in the final national contest in Los Angeles next month. Wynsne's winning topic was The Constitution the Cornerstone of American Liberty. OS TOLEDO PAVING Des Moines May 19 UP Budget Director EB J Mogueto ordered Toledo to proceed with paving plans after overruling taxpayer objections to the project.

Detroit Mich Philip N. Krasne Toledo Paving Des Moines EB. J. Moguetolay City Council of Toledo

New York Y M C A to Hear County Y M C A Address

A. E. Roberts of New York will address the county Y M C A at a meeting in Vawk County city rooms on Thursday May 2. Supper at 6:30 followed by the address and a business meeting to select community committees for the coming year. Delegations from New Hartford Winfield Wanlson Cedar Meikehis Orange La Porte City Shell Rock and others present. county secretary is Rebmeter.

A. E. Roberts New York International Y. M.A Star and Nationale Vawk County Y. M Firsday h.oThis Roberts Chicago New Hadford Winelford Wanlson Cedar Meiehis Orange la Porte Shell Rock Danesvile Muirrien Fo Rebmeter

Prison brutality exposed by grand jury report

Birmingham report details brutal flogging of convicts at Flu, Pap prison and coal mines under Wardens Davis and staff. It cites prison physician neglect, with deaths in a laundry vat and alleged injections to simulate suicide, prompting six murder indictments by a life grand jury.

Birmingham Ala Flu Pap Robbins Prisen James Knox Knox Sain Davis Withhield

Brown Elected Head Executive Committee at Rock Island Road

Brown named head of the executive committee at Rock Island Road in New York and SN. Louis San Francisco board, with plans to merge two properties into one system. Rock Island directors declare semi annual dividends of 3.50 on 7 percent preferred stock and 30 on 5 percent preferred, payable June 40 to stockholders of record June 15.

New York SN. Brown Louis-San Frei Charl den Rock {Sland St. Louis-San

Six Speeders Are First Grist Handled by Hewitt

Fines of 35 and costs were imposed on the first batch of speeders on Grant highway. County Patrol Officer Iry P. Mason brought them to Justice of the Peace Hewitt in Poyner township. Six speeders comprised the grist with five pleading guilty. One defendant, C R Johnson, forfeited a $10 appearance bond.

Grant Highway Iry P. Mason EB. Hewitt justice _of the peace Poyner Township Hewitt C. R. Johnson Hecket Shaws 2. Nelson

Production of Crude Oil Jumps for Week

United States crude oil output rose to 1,999,000 barrels per day for the week ending May 15. California fields produced 604,500 barrels daily, and the midcontinent region averaged 21,082,160 barrels per day as reported by the American Petroleum Institute.

New York United States American Poetroleum Institute California

Prindle Funeral to Be at Bristow Friday

Bristow Indiana May 19 The funeral of William Prindle who died this morning will be conducted at the Christian church at 2 pm Friday He was 74 and one of the early settlers Surviving are a son Irving Bristow and two daughters Mrs Anna Young and Mrs Nettie Young both of Turtle Lake Wisconsin who have been here in weeks.

Bristow William Prindie Christian Church Irying Anna Young Netlie Young Turtle Lake Wis

Stolen Auto Recovered From John Deere Plant Stolen Vehicle Recovered

An automobile belonging to Ww Adams of 139 Colorado Street was stolen from in front of the John Deere Tractor company plant yesterday and recovered at 11:15 a.m. today by Officer Dr. Becks at Fourth and South streets.

Ww. Adams Colorado Street John Deere Tractor Company DR. Beckswith Fourthay Bouth Street

Parsons Estate Left to Widow Son and Grandchildren

Will of Lovane Parsons leaves one third to widow Bayna Dawson and two thirds placed in trust at Waterloo Savings Bank for son Harry Otto Parsons Jr and grandchildren Virginia Dawson Parsons and Harry Otto Parsons. On reaching 21 the two thirds are divided among the son and grandchildren. Household goods go to the widow and later to grandchildren. Probate filed this afternoon. estate estimated at 150000 to 200000. Items including Masonic memorabilia, watch, diamond ring, fur coat and automobile go to the son.

Lovane Parsons Bayna Dawson Waterloo Savings Bank Harry Otto Parsons Harry Otto Parsons, Jr Virginia’ Dawson Parsons

Wife Slayer Sent to Prison for Lif

Troy Ohio May 19 Indiana Jacob Nesbitt murdered wife Frances Drake Nesbitt on Feb 14 after she taunted him with an inferiority complex. He was sentenced to life in the state penitentiary by Judge W F Jones after changing plea from not guilty to guilty on a second degree assault charge. Both Nesbitts were Ohio State University graduates and the case caused statewide sentiment.

Troy, O INS Jacob Nesbitt Frances Drake Nesbitt Comman Picus W. F. Jones Nesbitt Lexet Ohio State University

Iowa Native White Population by Nativity 1924 Report

Native born white persons of native parents numbered 1,373,835 in Iowa in 1924 according to a state census summary by Lou Morgans. The figures include 576,654 foreign or mixed ancestry, 138,017 foreign born whites naturalized, 46,232 foreign born whites not naturalized, 3,960 whites with unknown nationality, 177 nativity of parents unknown, 8,236 foreign born whites with citizenship unknown, and 23,063 colored persons.

Des Moines Iowa Lou Morgans

Film Manager Put Under Restrictions

In Los Angeles on May 19 a film manager, Frank C. Kingsley, was given a 90 day suspended sentence and two years probation after being found guilty of disturbing the peace. Actress Kathleen Calhoun had charged him with threatening her life during a heated argument at the set.

Los Angeles INS Frank C. Kingsley Kathleen Calhoun Kingsley

Rin Tin Tin's Owner Held in Girl Case

Beverly Hills dog owner Lee Duncan known for Rin Tin Tin faced a $1000 bond in Chicago on a charge of contributing to the delinquency of Audrey Workman, 17. Duncan denied the accusation as the case emerged from the mother’s report.

Rin Tin Tin Chicago Lee Duncan Beverly Hills Audrey Workman Duncan

Prince Rest After Strike Fatigue Takes a Break

London May 15 The Prince of Wales rested briefly at Newquay England after strenuous involvement in the general strike He will return to London Friday and dine with Ambassador Houghton of the United States at the embassy Shenandoah Ia May 19 Edwin R Sunderszad University of Michigan law professor and son in law of TH Read travels to Shenandoah to aid plans to protect bank depositors from loss at the closed First National bank

London Prince of Wales Newquay Eng Houghton United States Shenandoah, Ja INS Edwin R. Sunderszad University of Michigan TH. Read First National Bank Shenandoah

May Festival Crowned Queen At West High Field

West High students crowned a May queen amid a field day program with a home track meet. East High also held events including dances, gymnastic displays, and a boys versus girls baseball game as classes were dismissed for the celebration.

West High East Tigh Eastigh Stuents West High Band Ralph Pronk West Highfield Vacuuy

Deere Tractor Firm Forecasts Steady Summer Demand

John Deere Tractor company reports continuous operations with rising force over 18 months, signaling solid demand through summer. At a recent board meeting in Moline the bylaws were updated and officers elected, including William Butterworth as president and C A Liasser as treasurer. Directors include Frank Soloway C W Webber and B F Peek of Moline. Butterworth also serves as Deere & Co president.

John Deere ‘Tractor Company Waterloo Gasoline Eugine Company Waterlan Deere & Co Moline Maline William Butterworth Moaline A. IL Waterloo Yice C. D B. Widman J. W. Witty T. FL. Wharton Prank Soloway C.¢. Webber B. F. Peek Butterworth Patent Corporation

Lost Airplane Sought After Sale to Oelwein Men

Laurie searches for a Curtiss airplane reportedly sold to Douglas Morris and Fred Boots near Waterloo. The plane, part of Laurie's aerial taxiline base, disappeared from Cedar Walls road at about 6 am yesterday and is believed to be in Oelwein. Laurie and his mother, involved financially, traveled to Oelwein to investigate.

C. A Laurie Cedar Walls ‘Road Waterloo Oelwein Douglas Morris Fred Boots Waterloo Moonay

Baldridge Named for Revenue Boost

Des Moines reports P R Baldridge of Dubuque deputy collector of internal revenue has been recommended to the president for appointment as special deputy commissioner. Senator Cummins made the recommendation yesterday in a Washington dispatch to the Register.

Des Moines P R. Baldridge Dubuque Internal Revenue Cooudre Washinstone Register Cummins

New York May Referendum on Liquor Seems Assured

Albany reports a state liquor referendum seems assured after arguments from wets and drys. Gary Al Smith indicated he would not sign any bill for a four vote on modifying the Volstead law.

Albany Gary al Smith

Dimitroff Convicted in Disturbing Peace Case

Kosta Dimitroff, proprietor of Little Chicago, was fined 10 dollars and costs by Judge J. C. Beem in municipal court after a guilty finding for disturbing the peace. Charges were by his wife Evelyn Dimitroff, who is also a district court divorce plaintiff, with testimony outlining a dispute over personal belongings and a writ of replevin covering family jewels deposited with a loan company.

Kosta Dimitrof Chicago Fifth Street J. C. Beem Dimittrof Muoicipel

Building Permits Totaled 8300 In Day

Building Commissioner Wesson issued several permits. A residence at 606 Sumner Street for BE MM Gunstead with an estimated cost of 400 and AL FF Hotter as contractor. Silvers Manufacturing was granted a factory unit permit at Linden plant back of the building, 55 by 124 feet, estimated cost 4,000. Stamas Paras obtained a garage permit at 826 Linden Avenue for 200 and W A Nelley a garage permit at 417 Leland Avenue for 100.

Wesson Sumner Street BE. MM. Gunstead AL FF Hotter Silvers Manufacturing Company Linden Stamas Paras Linden Avenue W. A. Nelley Leland Avenue Stoo

Cedar Pals Boy Wilt Loa at Campingaw

Prospective attendance at Camp ingaminis under Boy Scout council Cedar Falls boosted by revision of Cedar Falls Boy Scouts for the third period starting June 1. There are 74 scouts in three Cedar Falls troops. about 40 will enroll for the camp. Gary weighs 23 pounds. Reinbeck, May 19. A two and three fourths pounds daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Leon Albert on a farm west of Reinbeck. Baby is well.

Waterlon Boy Scowt Council Cedar Falls Boy Scouts Gary Reinbeck Leon Albert Wari

Witnesses Link Manley and Truck in Hog Theft Trial

Witnesses testified that Jake Manley drove a truck within a mile of Dinsdale stockyards and sold hogs after stealing them. Grail details included testimonies from Christina Carr and law officers about the route and timing of the theft and Manley’s movements toward Dinsdale. The defense was to present evidence soon as the state neared completion.

Teledo Jake Manley Dinsdale Waterloo Dinkdale Christina Carr Manley Brs Carr Sid Charles Manley Grant Township Lgolc Shay H.A. Steffens Police Oficer George Jahnke Bremer Manley Place L.” Patton Dinsdale Stock Association Mitler Patton P. R. Moore W. Harrison Cedar Falls Adolph Paulson Renner Janesville George — Kynell Morrison J. F. Willett

Reneé Adorce Granted Divorce From Tom Moore

Los Angeles May 1. Renee Adorce, noted French screen actress, received a final decree of divorce from fellow film star Tom Moore. The original cruelty charge was amended to desertion, and the divorce was granted after the petition filed last year.

Los Angeles Cal Renee Adorce Tom Moore

Diphtheria Carrier Quarantined Amid Disease Report

City health officials reported Sands Robertson of 250 Prospect Avenue as a diphtheria carrier. A quarantine order was issued. Lu ville Merrill, 12, of 204 Thompson Avenue, was removed to the detention hospital. Fifteen cases of German measles were logged with the city clerk. In New York, Alexander Rodgers, a former University of Kansas athlete, pleaded guilty to second degree larceny and faces sentencing June 18.

Sands Robertson Prospect Avenue City Health Department Luville Merrill Thompson Avenue New York Alexander Rodgers University of Kansas Githtete Tate Exshiev

Salesmas For Face Cream Learns Two Lessons

New York City story recounts a salesman named Hars Menne who marketed face creams for skin issues but failed to sell them after his own face broke out. He then tried Carters Little Liver Pills and claims his skin improved within days, comparing the pills to hair-tonic for a bald man.

New York City Hars Menne

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