U S Seamen Ride Rough Waters In Trade
The Associated Press reports American masters and officers accept reduced rank as ships are laid up after World War I. Masters and mates alike endure idleness, with many seamen on shore duty in New England and eastern states. Generous captains aid less fortunate colleagues, while unions and charities support crews amid shipping depression.
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U.S
Rhiy
Associated Presse
New York
West Indies
France
America
Association of Officers
New England
States
Tarmsa
Girl Clerks Protest Mirrors Stolen from Rooms
Five hundred girls protested in Chicago federal bureaus over mirrors missing from dressing rooms. They complained powder puffs were useless and demanded mirrors be returned. Manager W Shoffard of the eighth division commented on keeping the mirrors for personal use.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Moses
W. Shoford
Shoffard
Federal Burea
Senate Reopens Action On Soldier Bonus Bill After Nine Hour Speech
The Senate returns after a nine hour speech to set a timetable for the soldier bonus bill. Amendments by Senator La Follette of Wisconsin will be disposed of by 3 p.m. today, with further debate on the five War adjusted compensation plan and related finance committee proposals. The plan aims to pay the bonus from various tax provisions and interest on the foreign debt, with final action targeted for Monday night.
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Associated Press
Wengton
Senate
LaFollette
Relican
Wisconsin
Republiccan
Reed
Missouri
Senatory Simmons
Fort Carolina
Walsh
Massachuasetts
Wells May Prove Prophet of New Era for World
The essay contrasts H. G. Wells with Harding and Hughes on global unity. Wells advocates a world state, world law, and universal unity beyond a League of Nations, envisioning world political and economic governance. It notes Wells predicts a Washington conference could spark a broader crusade toward world control.
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Wells
Mr. Wells
League of Nations
Hiram Johnson
Halt Mine Strike Tops Checkoff Appeal Outcome
United Press reports in Springfield that miners press to end the checkoff system after a court ruling holding injunctions in abeyance pending appeals. The Indianapolis decision could trigger a broader strike if upheld, with union leaders claiming a victory and operators warning of a postponed showdown.
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United Press
Springfield
Jay Weld A. Lewis
Chicago
Central States
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
A. B. Anderson
Indianapolis
Ming
Anderson
William A. Glasgow
Funeral for Mrs Albert J Hoffer in Waterloo
Mrs Albert J Hoffer age 33 died in Dubuque after three months illness. Funeral at St Marys church Waterloo at 9 am Monday with interment in Calvary. Born May 10 1888 in Barjclay Iowa she married Oct 25 1918. Survived by husband two children six brothers and four sisters and several relatives. She was active in St Marys Catholic church and church groups.
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Albert J. Hoffer
Dubuque
St. Mary’s Church
Calvary
St. Joseph's Hospital
Waterloo
Sue Nubel
Paul Nubel
Cottage Street
Barjclay
St. Joseph's School
le Mars
Hoffer
Paul Frederick
Theodore
Joseph
Frank Nubel
la Mars
John Nubel
Parkston
S. D
William Nubel
St. Francis Home
Dupuque
Paul A. Nubel
Dunkerton
Mary Staebell
Elizabeth Kerk
Hillsboro
N. D
Dera Koster
Estherville
Margaret Miter
Faire Bank
Better Speech Week Proclaimed in Iowa 1921
Des Moines report states P. E. McClenahan, state superintendent, issues a proclamation designating the week of November 8 to 12 as Better Speech Week for Iowa. He urges teachers and the public to improve spoken and written language in speeches and daily usage.
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Associated Preas Des
Conference diplomacy hinges on leaders and prayer
The piece assesses the Atlantic conference scene with Harding and Hughes keeping control, while a reformist current rooted in Wilsonism stirs. It notes spiritual forces massing toward unity if the right leadership emerges, but expects statesmen to steer the talks toward their agenda, despite Wells finding the proceedings disheartening.
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Mr. Wells
Western
Europe
Wells
Europé
Washington
America
Harding
United States
Mr.Wells
América
League of Nations
Wilson
Hughes
Mr. Harding
Mr. Hughes
Folowers
Lis
Mr. Wilson
New York Evening Post, Inc
Anxious Mayor Seeks Proof in Gambling Allegations
The mayor said he was anxious to know who got money and denied being informed or consulted about recent alleged graft. affidavits allegedly show the chief of police allowed gambling operations to continue and that money from operators was split five ways. An overheard telephone exchange described pressure to raid a known gambling venue.
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Mr. French
French
Evidence Heard in Bootlegging Case Trial Continued
The Pearl v. Tuttle bootlegging case in La Porte City was continued after the defense sought more time to present witnesses. The state produced evidence and the bail bond was set at 500 dollars. Merlin Swartzhaugh, 18, testified that he bought a quart of corn whiskey from Tuttle for 2.50 at a La Porte City dance night, with the bottle later found in his possession after arrest by Marshal Ed Abel who also testified. Swartzhaugh initially claimed Vinton origin before altering his story.
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Pearl v. Tuttle
la Porte City
John Barleycorn
la Porte
Walter French
Merlin Swartzhaugh
Vinton
Tuttle
Young Swartzbaugh
Ed Abel
Marshal Abel
Swartzbaugh
Mad Steer Rampage Ends in Killing After Escape
A mad steer escaped from a Denver stockyard pen yesterday and terrorized the area. It broke out again last night and was killed after a search. James Peters was possibly fatally gored by the beast during the first escape. Two negro stockyard workers were injured during the second rampage.
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United Press
Denver
Colo
James Peters
First woman ordained to ministry dies at 96
Elizabeth N J Nov 5 Rev Dr Antoinette Louisa Brown Blackwell 96 believed first woman ordained to minister in this country dies here today A pioneer woman suffrage worker with Susan B Anthony Also Buxton residence on Fredericks street Prospect place sold to Mrs William Miller Reinbeck deal consummated by Howard Peavey retailers
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Elizabeth
N. J
Antoinette Louisa Brown Blackwell
Susan B. Anthony
Buys Buxton
Roy Buxton
Fredericks ‘Street
Prospect Place
William Miller
Reinbeck
Howard & Peavey
Reaiters
States to secure largest share of federal aid roads
Washington November 3 The federal highway act analysis shows states must select a connected road system limited to 7 percent of total road mileage for federal aid A two class system divides interstate and inter county roads with differing funding caps The act limits federal aid to 50 percent of project costs and ties approvals to state upkeep by Secretary of Agriculture and highway departments Funds are apportioned by population area and rural mileage
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
National Warm Bureau Federation
Secretary of Agriculture
State Highway Department
Relief Committees Form To Aid Needy This Winter
J E Bragdon and E F MacDonough announce creation of relief and purchasing committees plus an investigating panel to manage aid distribution in Waterloo. Women to investigate families and report needs. Community drives continue as employment and red blue card data signal rising need and large relief funding requirements. City ministers to survey families in various districts.
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J. E. Bragdon
Social Welfare League
E.F. MacDonough
Waterloo Relief and Employment Commission
Commission
Greater Waterloo Association
League
WE. Mayne
Und
Inventory Law Expands County Officials Work
Waterloo libraries, county and local governments must list every item of real estate, books, supplies, and equipment in inventories this month. About 100 officers will complete the task in November under the new rule. Auditor F. W. Esher received 500 pounds of supplies for the reports and each officer gets blanks and a looseleaf holder. Reports must cover property sold or acquired since the last statement every three months.
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Waterloo
F. W. Esher
Taken to Jail He Turns and Walks Out Again
AP reports L A Kimmel was sentenced to 14 years for forgery in San Quentin. Taken to county jail, he promptly walked out after smiling goodbye. A visitor later found to lack a pass had received it from him, enabling the escape.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Cal
L. A
Kimime
San Quentin
Kimmel
Waterloo Special Election on Motion Picture Venues Dec 6
Official call by Mayor N. W. Brigbie published in the Courier announces a city vote on December 6. The measure asks whether Waterloo may prohibit operating motion picture houses and theatres on Sundays within city limits. Voting will occur at regular city polling places for qualified voters. no other amusements are addressed.
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N. W. Brigbie
Courier
Waterloo
Sunday election voting rules and registry concerns
The piece discusses who may vote in a Sunday election, noting that registered voters and those who changed residence may face decisions on where to vote. A lawyer linked to Sunday closing advocates says councils may set rules, and that voting in the registered precinct is fair, aligning with the city’s stated wishes. The item also mentions a large aluminum sale by Covell & Son and an advertisement for a cancer explainer book by Dr. O A Johnson.
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Endas
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