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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1916

Page

10

Parade of Automobiles Changes Date for Decoration Day

A local notice reports a big auto parade rescheduled from Saturday to Decoration Day Tuesday at 2 PM. Auto owners are urged to decorate their cars and bring passengers, with feminine passengers preferred, as part of a publicity parade organized by the Commercial club. A preliminary conference selected tentative cast members for a Waterloo play production.

Pure Rescs WSL Jessie Fowler Mae Waneler Edith Wangler Irene Knapp Alice Lichty Elizabeth Mann Dorothy Crowell Florence McKitinney Salome McFlhinney Grace Williams Lucile Repass Marjorie Rahe Marjorie Bown Gwyneth Sampson June Horton Irma Good Esther Knittle Bulsat Earnest Cass Nome Max Miller Milo Miller George Williams Kenneth Stagdon Jackson McCoy Ruben Rath Frank Fowler, Jr Hay Shaw Harold Nesbit Ben Naven Paul Fightey Worth Tlivan Bill Toohey Taurence Kessler Louis Toetser Frank Upllard Dick Place Fred Varter Win Ferres Glut Holden

Clubwomen Open Biennial Session in New York

New York May 23 The General Federation of Women’s Clubs opens its thirteenth biennial convention with rival presidential candidates Mrs Sneath of Ohio and Mrs J E Cowles of California. Delegation splits East versus West as credentials surprise with an additional seat. Edison reception and local club entertainments mark the day.

New York General Federation of Women S. Cluk Sneath Tiffin J. E. Jowles Los Angeles Cal Middlewest

Russian Wheat Crop Ruined by Frost

Report from Stockholm via Overseas News Agency details severe frosts destroying winter crops across Russia. Volex district Kazan and Samara governments face frozen fields while Tungsian authorities consider replanting. Finland plans milk export restrictions, 6 million rubles of coffee stock detained in Sweden.

Sterlin Ry Whireloag Sayville Ten Russia Stockholm Tthe Overseas News Volex Kazan Samara Tungsian Sweden Finland

Rebekahs Plan to Attend Waverly Meeting

The Tri County Rebekah convention for Black Hawk Watler and Bremner counties will meet in Waverly Friday next. Delegations from county lodges are expected in force with grand officers present and good programs planned. A special car on the W, F, L and X will depart Waterloo at 9 am if enough tickets are sold.

Tri-Vounty Rebekah Black Hawk Watler Bremner Waverly Intendance Neere FL & X Waterloo O.tt. Sweetey

Came Leader Named Walter J Meat Boys Secretary

Walter J Meat has announced the camp leaders for the local association and cadar falls cosm winner iah. The list includes Jacob Binatz Edward Risser Warrisher swimming director Jess Early Koaiian Bor Miter and Paul Johaenn.

Walter J. Meat Cadar Falls Cosmwinnier Iah Thare Jacob Binatz Edward Risser Warrisher Jess Koaiian Bor Miter Aid Catnip Paul Johaenn

MAKING BABY PRETTY THE BABY S EYES

Advice on baby eye care stressing prevention of squints and damage. Emphasizes keeping eyelids clean daily, washing away discharge, using boric acid solution, gentle eyelid care, and shaping brows and lashes carefully. Warns against bright light and flashy toys to protect eye health.

Reby Dunting

Waterloo and Chicago rail workers listed in local notes

A Waterloo gossip roundup reports J M Johnson heading to Chicago tonight and includes brief notes on railway staff transfers, illnesses, and hospital visits. Several officials from Illinois Central and Twin City lines are noted visiting Dubuque, Waterloo, Greene, Fredericksburg, and Omaha with updates on health and assignments.

Tts Ilinois Central J. M. Johnson Chicago J.T. Tait Trenois Central Railroad Dubuque Waterloo Johnson Greene Theress Central Walter Larsan Fredericksburg Fred Peeps George Watson Tureman E. R. Torgerson Twiingis Central Omaha Gilleas Charles Fieh Aster Mechanic's Office Chicage Division Storehouse Mechaniccal Department

Becks in Park Can They Be Hunted Asks French Down

New York May 23. From the Plaza Hotel park side windows lovers of nature may look into Central Park and observe a wild duck or two in the pond. A French lieutenant at a window yesterday morning gave the park a poetic glance, focusing on the tame ducks swimming in the lagoon.

Schall Isib Central Park Becks New York Plaza Hotel Lrave

Negro College Givin Bible Owned by Lincoln

Fisk University in Nashville announced a gift of Abraham Lincoln era Bible given to Lincoln by African Americans in Baltimore in 1884. Robert U. Lincoln presented the book and Lincoln urged preserving it in a permanent institution connected to the university founded by General Clinton Bower Firk after the war.

Nashville Tenn M.A. Merkenaie Fisk University Togo Robert U. Lincoln Abraham Lincoln Naltimore Lincoln Clinton Bower Firk

Ryan elected head ov Iowa assistant postmasters

Marshalltown May 25 3 0 AL Ryan of Des Moines was elected president of the Tow g State Association of Assistant Post Masters and Supervising Employes at the close of the convention held today. W A Worrdj of Albion chosen first vice president Miss Abijie Allen of Cortive serenand vice president H W E Aprinkie of Newton secretary and treasurer Next meeting place to be announced this afternoon Deg j Maines Clinton and Ottumwa are after the 1977 convention.

Marshalltown AL Ryan Des Moines Moka Towg State Association Browent W. AG. Worrdj Albion Cosen First View Ab Jhie Allen Cortive Serenand HW. E. Aprinkie Newton Deg J Maines Clinton Ottumwa Sele

War Pots Essex Among First Of Gehman Cities

Berlin reports that the city of Fen and Krupps town have risen to metropolis status with a population of 540000. Since annexing eight or nine suburbs the area now surpasses 2600, and only a few German cities exceed its size including Berlin and Munich.

Essex Gehman Berlin Ae Fen Krupps Issen Bertin Taoaborg Mun Colognes Dresden Loeipaig Brlan

Real Wild West at Cedar Falls Contest Opens Open to All

Reproduction of an old frontier show plans a three day Western tournament with $3,000 in cash prizes. Sixty head of cattle and wild horses from Cheyenne will be used in bronco busting with 190 cowboys and girls expected to participate. Miss Luellie Mulhall and Wes Ward McCarty are billed stars, as exhibitors and contests run afternoon and evening on the fair grounds between Waterton and Cedar Falls.

Cheyenne Wyo Shase Antimala Zach Mulhall Morthall Luellie Mulhall Wesward McCarty

Austrian Sub Sinks Three Ships in Mediterranean

May reports from Paris and London state Austrian submarines attacked vessels in the Mediterranean. The Norwegian steamer Tjomoa was sunk near Aleudia by an Ansizien submarine. crews were saved or harmed. Three ships including Ada Moentlis Karis and Rass were sunk, with several fatalities and crew rescued.

Paris Tjomoa Aleudia Ighumd Af Majores Balon Rdd Ada Moentlis Karais Mediterranean Fathi Eorth Hemisspac Rass

Illness of James J. Hill Stirs Friends in St Paul

In St Paul Minnesota reports say railroad magnate James J. Hill remains ill and absent from the office since Wednesday. Early rumors pegged his condition as minor but later dispatches indicate complications with a slower recovery schedule than hoped.

St. Paul Minn James J. Hill Wualmess Pith Wills Imdis Hill

War News Gist From Front Lines Amid Shifts in European Focus

Reported developments describe a French led push around Mort Doua mont with General Nivelle's forces. Charmini retreating from al bat A ea angie corners, while German counter strokes claim limited gains. Paris notes only capture of a position near the Thiauiwastt farm as a notable success amid ongoing Austro Italian theater activity in Tyrol and adjacent fronts.

Mort Douamont Nivelle Charmini al Bat A Ea Angie Pacis Paris Thiauiwastt

Obituary of Miss Minnie McDowell of Waterloo Ireland born 1866

Minnie McDowell died Monday at age 78 after four months illness. Born in Londonderry Ireland on February 25 1866 she lived in Waterloo several years. Survived by four brothers James Whyte Ke Myers Hinchsey Londonderry and others. parents Mr and Mrs Thonay McDowell. interment in family lot at Oubeschan. Funeral at home in Dover at noon with service for Miss McDowell’s remains.

Minner Dover Marti Fourth Street Cii Minnie McDowell Montay Ap. Om Oubeschan Heshie Mes Thonay Dowell Miss McDowell Londonderry Ireland United States James Whyte Myers Hinchsey Minn Tale Welfast Thomas William Waterloo James Craver McTiowell Trad Colfax Ter Vorat

Funeral services for infant in Salisbury area

A brief prayer service followed by burial rites for infant of Mr. Ark Mes and Anna Weller at St Marys Church in the city. The funeral was held today at the family home then moved to First Evangelical for interment. further services announced for a later date in Berkeley.

Laorine Ering Stailman Ark Mes John Salina Psou

Van Pelt Tours Jersey Sale At Elmendorf Farm

Hugh G. Van Pelt editor of the Wimball Mairy Journal travels to Lexington Kentucky to observeElmendorf Jersey cattle farm sale. The owner recently divested and administrator's sale, with Phat representing Kimya interests, Flew and Mrs. Van Pelt accompany the trip by car, proceeding as far as Chirarn.

Sister Dies After Wedding at St Patrick’s Cathedral

In Rochester New York Miss Margaret Farron married William Pyne at St Patrick’s Cathedral. Her sister Miss Par ron collapsed in church and died after an emotional scene during the nuptial mass. The bishop and crowd saw the tragedy as Par ron had never been separated from her sister.

Rochester N. V Mayfielon EK Avanne Margaret Farron William Pyne St. Patrick's Cathedral Mise Parron Thomas I Miss Parron Hlins Miss Farron Caraner Thomas

Patrol Driver Injuries Lead to City Court Fight

A patrol driver suffered injuries weeks after a fall and subsequent trial looms. The incident involves a city broker and disputes over medical treatment and responsibility. Court action and insurance details are pending as witnesses prepare statements.

Spt Waward Fark

Disorderly conduct charges dismissed in local court

Court ruled against charges of disorderly conduct against individuals identified as the defendants. Accusers claimed a fight occurred, and the judge remained seated as the evidence was weighed, with the proceedings concluding without conviction.

Vental Ugs Harry Mooradin Opens Waterton Market

Local reports state Harry Mooradin has begun as a public ban man in Dasidia Waterton. He announces a Festival cuisine featuring Oriental Wages and first offerings at the seated Wresh varietal festa in Leyden.

Harry Mooradin Dasidia Wit Waterton Snewine Celine Leyden

Grain Bank Branch Hopes Rise in Waterloo

A local notice reports MokKernusie and Day opening a new grain brokerage in Waterloo at 604 505 Marah Plate. OC G Larrabes named manager. a Waterlow resident notes his expertise. The firm, a longstanding camera dealer, aims to expand into a Waterloo branch and sees strong promise for the area.

MokKernusie & Day Continental Builiding Ghlsayge WaterToeoffee OC. G. Larrabes de Che de Beens Larrahea Waterlow Busines Ato Sbatankink Chvaga Watertow Wat Meir Wripnesa

Porto Rican Bill Passed by House Suffrage Rejected

Washington, May 44. The Porto Rican bill passed by the House without roll call. The measure would grant women suffrage in Porto Rico but was rejected in the Senate. The bill also proposed revenue rules for goods shipped to both Porto Rico and the United States.

Washington TD. C Vole Oof Porta Rivan Bay Porto Rico United States

Ciate Heads to Frisco amid weather boosts

The article notes Ciate starting out bound for Frisco amid optimistic weather forecasts. It mentions preparations, with references to experts and a planned route via San Prauecisca and the Hawkeye path. Travel plans include a stated distance and highway conditions as the journey proceeds.

Junk Dealers Wien Cire Atternes Brow Life on

Property owners protested against a city ordinance requiring junk dealers to obtain written permission from all property owners within 30 feet of their lots. The council considers the measure amid opposition and new backing for the Prigman & Wallner firm.

Cire Fapindon Prigman & Wallner Serds

City in Brief From a Frayed Local Page

A jumble of short notices covers visits, travels, and local events. Mentions include Mrs Fitzgeralt’s return from a visit, Charila Mason's return to Waterloo, a trip to Shirley's lake, and Joseph We Alien visiting Water loo. A mortgage release, an insane commitment, and preparations for state and local meetings are noted, alongside routine ads and society items.

Dollie Graham Held In Drug Theft Case

Police arrested Dollie Graham at officials request in Waterloo on drug theft charges. Tarry Willard was taken into custody in Elma for robbing a drug store and sourcing a package tied to Graham. Officers found drugs in the package and linked drugs to a medical recipient. Janeritie Graham was jailed for alleged physician drug use and possession, with suspicion of wider drug sale in Waterloo.

Dollie Grahaimn iShst Tarry Willard Elma Om Dole Graham Waterloo Janeritie Graham

Washington Court Rules Jury Size In Federal Cases

Washington D C May 23 The Supreme Court ruled juries of fewer than twelve members may render valid verdicts under common law and federal law in certain cases, including those arising under federal law, affecting trial conduct and jury qualification.

Washington, D. C Fed Supreme Court of Tuaret Shire Mailroads Mormaitin

Be wary of the bore IP WOCK LAV BON STRONG

May 23 notes two doctors involved in a strange incident as Fork Dowie reports efforts to reset Hawkins jaw after a Saturday night event. The account mentions a birth, legal actions, and medical interference. Mel aided a person during the scene, though details remain unclear.

Py Hawkins Hawkins

Food Dictator Authorized by German Council

Advices from Hiern sway report that the German federal council has authorized the Imperial chancellor to form a new food board. The president will dispose of fodder, raw materials, supplies for feeding animals, regulate imports and exports, set prices, and ensure supplies for the empire’s food and animal fodder needs.

Hiern Federal Concil Imperial Charaller

Boyer on Trial for Bootlegging

Testimony continued in the trial of George Boyer charged with selling liquor in violation of the law. The case stemmed from a seizure of beer at Boyer’s home and a suspected purchase by plain clothes officers. County Attorney Ed Wenner prosecuted. W. O. Birdsall defended before Judge Mullan.

Triio Agaigst George Boyer Ber

Jury Awards $100 Insurance Claim Over Barn Fire

A district court jury in Judge Boies division returned a verdict of 100 dollars for J. Kerranil against Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance. The plaintiff claimed a barn fire policy covered the loss and the insurer argued the fire began within 100 feet of the building, a condition they said was exempt under the policy. Jury deliberation lasted under half an hour.

Boies’ Division Distric Court J. Kerranil Farmers’ Mutual Fire Isurance Company

Glynn Prepares Democratic Keynote Address

Washington May 23 Work of putting into words the idea on which the administration plan has started in earnest Former Governor Glynn of New York temporary chairman of the St Louis convention will deliver the keynote address and has prepared his speech It will soon be submitted to President Wilson The general outline of the Democratic platform has been agreed upon

Washington, D. C Gvernor Glynn New York St Lou Keynay Adress Dent Wilson

Adventists Attend State Conference in Nevada

Delegates from the local Seventh Day Adventist church will attend the annual state conference at Nevada from June 25 to 4. During the stay about 160 delegates and families will be on the grounds. Clergymen of the denomination will be present and take prominent roles in the conference. Officers will be elected and reports made during business sessions.

Seven- Day Adventist Church Nevaday Nevada

General Allen Likely Promoted to Major General

Des Moines May 23 Brigadier General Allen of Cedar Rapids commanding three infantry regiments of the Iowa National Guard will probably be promoted to major general after July an assistant division in the national guard was announced today Des Moines reports this development from state military circles and notes his leadership over the regiments in the guard

Des Moines Allen Cedar Rapids Iowa National Guard Iowa National Guard

US stock listings in New York May market report

A dated market listing from New York shows numerous stocks including American Beet Sugar American Car and Foundry American Locomotive American Smelting and Refining American Sugar Refining Anaconda Copper Atchison Baltimore and Ohio Bethlehem Steel Brooklyn Rapid Transit Canadian Pacific Chesapeake and Ohio Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Colorado Fuel and Iron Crucible Steel General Electric Great Northern Illinois Central New Orleans etc. The report enumerates a wide range of industrials and railroads trading on the exchange with brief price markers.

New York American Car and Foundry American Locomotive American American Sugar Refining Anaconda Atchison Baltimore and Ohio Bethlehem Steel Brooklyn Rapid Transit Chesapeake and Ohio Chicago Roland PL Ry Colorado Fuel Iran Crucible Steel General Electric Great Northern Phil Illinois Central - Teene Louisdilre Nashville Mexican Petroleum Missouri Pacific National Lend - Te Norfolk Western Northern Bae Pacific Union Pacific Maton Steel Hintind States Steel Western Union Westinghouse “Lecirie

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