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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1914

Page

7

Community club notices and birthday party in Mt Hope area

Saturday Evening events include Deestrick Skule and Naamah class at First Baptist, Grace M E and Riverside clubs meet in homes and churches. Tuesday groups include Ruth Hemenway reading Fire Feathers, Philathea and divisions of Ladies Aid. A tenth birthday party for Ruth Ludwig features pink decor and prizes. G I G club outing by hayrack. Grace M E church program with supper and readings.

Deestrick Skule Mt. Hope Ruth Hemenway Congregational Church Murray Club N. W. Frisbie Hileman & Gindt Mary Melrose G. J. Mack Walnut Street Board of Trustees Philathea Clase Henry Keiber Dawson Street Champlin Chapel Ladies’ Ald Society Henry Austin Alta Vista Avenue P. U Ruth J Ludwig Doris Huck Marie Morrow Vernita Green Laura Favelle G. I. G. Club Charles W. Eby Anna Moline Moline Carl Moline Hilda Sandow W. F. Thomp~son Hilizabeth Hasseltine Lenora Miller Grace M. E. Church ST Paul’s Church Ladies’ Aid Society Broadway W. C. U Paul DeLong Bramaber Street Brotherhood of the Church

Evolution of Cadillac parade charms city streets

The Morris Motor Car company staged a Cadillac parade to showcase models from 1903 to present, headed by Waterloo Military band. The event followed earlier stunt advertising like driverless runs and winter demonstrations, highlighting Cadillac progress and the Morris brothers’ noted marketing flair.

Cadillac Waterloo Morris Motor Car Company Morris Brothers C. A J. F Cattle Congress Morrisey

Dubuque Man Shot While Hunting Dies In Accident

James J. Fox 43 of 18 Race Street was accidentally shot while hunting near Clayton with his two sons Roy and Raymond. He died shortly after from a shotgun wound to the abdomen. Fox, longtime Dubuque resident, worked for the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul construction company. He is survived by his wife and four children.

Dubuque James J. Fox Race Street Clayton Mr. Fox Roy Raymond Fox Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Construction Hang

California Syrup of Figs Advertisement

Cure for sick children promotes a laxative syrup, claiming quick relief from stomach upset, indigestion, and bowel issues. Urges mothers to purchase genuine California Fig Syrup, warns against counterfeit products and notes directions for all ages.

Calfornia Fig Syrup Company

Lack of Funds Drives Two Youths Into Trouble

Lack of funds and unemployment push two young men into crime in the city during the past week. Ralph Pierce was jailed Saturday for stealing $8 from BE. M. Steeley on Town street. he admitted taking the money from Steeley's pocket and will attempt repayment. J. A. Emmerson, held last week for stealing a horse and buggy, was arraigned and admitted the horse belonged to a La Porte City liveryman but said he had no intent to steal. He was sent out of town, later driven to Waterloo, and jailed when officers intervened to prevent a sale. He remains in county jail awaiting a full investigation and is not expected to be held for the grand jury.

Ralph Pierce BE. M. Steeley Town Street Fierce Steeley J. A. Emmerson Justice Knapp la Porte City la Porte Waterloo Emmerson

Belgians to get intercollegiate football aid incite

Chicago reports President James of the University of Illinois proposed an inter sectional football game to aid war stricken Belgium. The idea drew ready response though details remain unsettled and opinion at Ann Arbor is not yet formed. Yost supports the concept though questions about drawing power persist. Barthelme cautions on reopening conference disputes but favors careful consideration.

Chicago James University of Illinois Belgium Michigan Ann Arbor Yost Xost Board of Control Gaid Phillip G. Bartelme

Pastors Exchange Pulpits In Charles City

The Rev Mr Claypool of the Baptist church in Charles City preached two strong sermons at First Baptist church yesterday to large congregations. Dr W L Dorgan, pastor there, conducted a two weeks evangelistic campaign to great effect.

Mr. Claypool Baptist Church of Charles City First Baptist Church W. L. Dorgan Charles City Baptist Church

Firefighters Respond to Furnace Malfunction at 815 Sycamore

Firemen were called to 815 Sycamore Street at 9 15 Sunday as an overheated furnace caused moderate alarm but minimal damage. Advertisement for Miller-McCartney Insurance Agency at 2034 Syndicate, phone 2404 urges coverage.

Sycamore Street Miller-McCartney Agen

Tailor Made Skirt Offered In Dress Goods Shop

In our Dress Goods department a tailor made skirt can be purchased for 1.50. Choose materials from the new wool fabrics and pay 1.50 for making and trimmings. We advise shoppers to act soon for best selection.

Protests At City Hall Over Assessments And Rest Rooms

A surge of more than 30 protests filed with the city auditor triggers a council meeting as property owners across Waterloo flood the chamber. Critics oppose the new assessment law, especially on unbenefited streets, with potential court action if relief isn’t granted. Councilman Ralph Ellis aims to push rest room proposals, while Mayor Thompson weighs repealing or enforcing traffic rules. A separate report recalls a gunfight where Sheriff Shores pursued two tramps, including Wilcoxson fatally wounded, with detailed stakeout and a priest’s witness.

Citi Zens District Court Ralph Ellis Ln Waterloo Council Ellis Thompson

Scene of Pitched Battle Near Reinbeck Draws Crowd

Sheriff Shores and four companions visited the scene of a pitched battle between tramps and Waterloo officers last Monday afternoon three and a half miles west of Reinbeck. Fifty others were at the scene as Shores examined the area.

Sheriff Shores Tramps Waterloo Reinbeck

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