Terrell Trial Highlights Contradictory Accounts of Waterloo Raid
The Terrell trial before Judge Williams features charging and countercharging over a Waterloo raid on Electric Park. Henry W. Terrell, a state agent, reports Rock assaulted him while seizing a gaming device. Rock claims Terrell pressed a revolver against him. Evidence shows devices operated for 12 years as games of skill rather than pure gambling. The defense notes Rock seized Terrell from behind and that Terrell revealed his badge after the confrontation. The trial continues with testimony on device operation and state raid conduct.
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Henry W. Terrell
Attorney General’s Office
J. E. Williams
Terrell
Peter J. Rock
Electric Park
Rock
Waterloo
Ringgold County
Mt. Ayr
That County
J. D. Cald
Smith
Hock
Peterson
Iowa
Missouri
Coal Seized Will be Distributed by Railroad Agents
Railroads under federal operation have perfected plans for distributing coal seized by the Fuel Administration. Dealers and large users must apply to railroad commercial agents, who will seek permission from the railroad coal committee chairmen before coal is released locally. En route shipments were seized Saturday and held at terminals for delivery to areas of greatest need. Great Western and Illinois Central cars were diverted to yards near Waterloo to prevent theft, while private consumers continue ordering coal through dealers.
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The
Fuel Administration
Washington
Coal Committee
Chicago Great Western
Waterloo
Unols Central
Great Western
Prevent illness with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets
Advertisement urges taking Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets in larger doses than ordinary grip to prevent sickness. It portrays Influensi 7 as an exaggerated form and promotes proactive use of the laxative product. The copy emphasizes early use and prevention rather than waiting to become ill.
Death of Andrew J. Furbush Prompts Life Policy Settlement
Insurance firm holding the life policy settled with the widow, beneficiary, after Andrew J. Furbush died under unclear circumstances. Inquest by Dr. Sidney D. Smith found no evidence of mental distress or financial trouble. Family members from Epworth, Walker, Waterloo and beyond arrived to support the widow as details continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew J. Furbush
Althout
Sidney D. Smith
Furbush
Epworth
John Leaven
John
William
Walker
F. C. Furbush
Cc. B. Morse
M. M. Smith
D. R. Smith
John Trost
Lola Allen
Waterloo
Earl Goss
Gardner, N. D
Witnesses Describe Burning Kitchen Light At Heber Avenue House
Testimony states the electric light in the kitchen where the body lay was still on Sunday when investigators forced entry into the house on Heber Avenue. Witnesses corroborate the scene as officers assess the crime.
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Heber Avenue
Hope of Recovering 220000 Bonds Given Up by Studebakers
Chicago officials report Studebaker corporation has given up hope of recovering the remaining 22 of 25 Liberty bonds stolen January 4 by Leo Kennett. Kennett confessed after three bonds were found and said he burned 22. Kennett remains in jail alongside George W. Good, arrested for attempting to recover the bonds.
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Chicago
Studebaker Corporation
South Bend
Ind
Leo M
Kennett
George W. Good
Corporation
Good
Avondale Quarry Structure Marks an Epoch in History
In Avondale Pennsylvania a historic stone building with spreading arches stands in the hills, recalling a century-old remunerative traffic between the Avondale quarries and the world. It marks a significant era as the site of the first practical attempts in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avondale
Stony Hills
Prominent Indiana Farmer Cured by Blood Remedy Number 40
An Indiana farmer, Frank Stacer, claims cure from rheumatism after six bottles of Number 40 for the Blood, with two years symptom-free. The ad touts Number 40’s cleansing effects on morbid products, bile flow, and skin conditions, listing Evansville maker J. C. Mendenhall and Wangler Bros. Co as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Newburgh
Frank Stacer
Ancient building along Crum Creek preserves old charm
The old structure has served many roles from stable for horses to housing quarry workers while along Crum Creek. Despite changes, its picturesque setting endures after a century of varied use.
Invention Tested Across Archways and Venetian Bookkeeping
The text notes that early inventions were tested within archways and Italian bookkeeping, with references to double entry methods developed in fifteenth century Venice, emphasizing their historical origins and influence on accounting practices.
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Venice
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Terresl
Insurance Company
H. & D. Coal and Transfer
C. G. Howell
A. F. Decker
US 316
West Park
Studebakers
Pennsylvania
Wilson
T. M. Sinclair & Co., Ltd
Hayes
Healing Honey
Mens Fashion Shop
Your Clothiers
RED Cross
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