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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1912
Page
12
The Presby terian church trustees meet to approve a new church building costing about 50 000 dollars. Plans mirror Sioux Falls First Baptist with brick and concrete, a large main hall and gallery, and a seating capacity around 800 in the main auditorium, plus basement rooms. Memorial Day observances will include an oration by Hon. H. L. Bry.
The will of Andrew Bengston, filed today, states all his property is bequeathed to his wife Tena Bengston. The death occurred in Rock Island on May 10 after he took his own life. Also filed were the wills of Elizabeth Emert and T. Burr with probate pending. Emert leaves all to his widow.
Twenty five Greek laborers on the C. F. & N. paving job east of Fourth Street refuse to work over pay. They had received 1.75 dollars daily and demanded 2. The company refused, the workers left, and a new crew of Greeks is being secured to resume tomorrow.
Archbishop Keane announces Father David Athan of Vinton will replace Father J Hanley at Sacred Heart parish in Waterloo. Father Mulcahy of St Josephs Waterloo named to succeed Father Lenia at Vinton.
Ottumwa Iowa May 21 a possible confessional by Very W Hoppmann dean of a local Catholic church is patented. A collapsible bench for pews in church services has also been devised and is to be patented.
Washington May 21 Col Roose to have speech placing him nomination for the presidency at the Chicago convention next month. Lucius N Littauer and other New York delegates announced Prendergast comptroller of New York City is a Roosevelt loyalist active in the campaign. Mrs Amanda Fuller has been staying with Dr Er. P. Hammel in Charles City and returned today.
In Philadelphia on May 21 the American League fined each Detroit player 100 dollars for refusing to play in this city last Saturday and Monday. The disciplinary measure was announced at a special meeting of the league.
A. Mundis becomes chief machinist's mate at Waterloo Navy recruiting station succeeding C. Bush with Frank Russell as Mundis’ assistant. Mundis cites strong interest in Iowa farmers’ boys as recruits, noting Paul Torrey of Oelwein was sent for a Des Moines physical for Chicago navy training.
Rev. W. H. Longley of Evanston Illinois was elected suffragan bishop of the Episcopal diocese of Town at the Sixtieth annual convention. He won on the sixth ballot with 21 clerical and 55 lay votes, beating the 19 clerical and 46 lay votes needed. He will assist Bishop T. N. Morrison of Davenport without automatic succession, and residence will be designated by Morrison.
Wucksters plan canvass in Des Moines to shield a peddlers' trust as it fights a city ordinance. Attorneys for merchants seek repeal of the street vending ban from river to Third Street. The trust claims nineteen influential backers push higher license fees and price fixing, while market officials warn against consolidation harming consumers.
Washington May 21 the government meat inspection service faces criticism for passing meat from slightly diseased animals. Melvin chief of the bureau of animal industry argues only the healthy portion is sold after condemning the diseased part. this practice is supported by scientific authorities worldwide. He warns condemning all meat would waste food and increase costs while stressing duty to provide wholesome, safe meat to consumers.
Geo F Baer president of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad testified in the house inquiry into Judge Archbald’s conduct. He denied ties to the Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron company and said the policy was not to lease to a cal m bank. Richards of the coal firm testified Archbald sought updates on Warneke lease plans. He said the matter had been considered and the lease would not be made.
Medith Me Cormick, Roosevelt campaign manager, toured South Dakota on May 21. He said the race there remains doubtful but estimated Roosevelt could win or match the combined Taft and La Follette vote, based on recent stops.
The funeral for Clarence J. Miller, president and manager of the Gazette company, is set for tomorrow at 3 o clock at his residence. Joseph Port Newton of the Liberal Christian church will lead the service, with the bikes having charge of the grave.
Sherlock Holmes and Watson investigate Mortimer Tregenni's case using burning lamp residue and a toxic atmosphere. Holmes flags Dr. Sterndale as a suspect and reveals a planned confrontation with explorer Sterndale as details unfold in the Cornleh horror narrative.
The article describes an eye bath using rain or distilled water with a pinch of salt. It advises dissolving boric acid in boiling water, then cooling it in a quart bottle to soothe eyes. It warns not to reuse the same eye cup for both eyes without washing after each use.
Rebuilt Smith Premier typewriter No. 3 offered for 15 dollars. Elk hive aged six months priced at 45 dollars. Inquiries directed to 14823 West Seventh Street.
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