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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1921
Page
1
Washington November 12 opening of the arms conference drew deep solemnity as the burial of the Unknown Soldier and the president's speech highlighted disarmament. Bryan notes the scene united delegates, with cadence praising peace and memory of the fallen in a shared appeal for global disarmament.
Baron Korekiyo Takahashi was named prime minister to succeed the late Baron Hara, a move seen as favoring the liberal faction. Takahashi, former finance minister, is known for pro China views and opposition to militarists, with official approval expected soon and no cabinet changes anticipated.
Versailles November 12 The defense for Henri Landru the so called modern bluebeard plans to use an insanity plea at his murder trial. Landru charged in the deaths of several women promised marriage with his lawyers noting his tense state and delusions that he is the world’s most famous man.
In Lake County a motion to dismiss will be argued on December 5 in the embezzlement case against Gov Len Small and Verne Curtis. Attorneys for both sides informed Judge Claire Wards of the date.
A terse line in the Courier advertises a sale listing the item as for sale. The fragment implies a classifieds entry with minimal detail and no follow up context.
Amid heated exchanges on the tax bill, senators chastised each other for absence and lack of study. Critics accused leaders of ignorance of the measure, while others noted poor oversight, with references to quorum gaps and reliance on treasury experts.
Milwaukee reports the first sale of medicinal beer under a new limit. Ten druggists were approved as vendors by federal prohibition chiefs and a local brewery shipped the first batch. Officials say prescriptions at a premium due to the 100 day limit will not halt output.
A New York Evening Post critique labels the 1921 tax bill a makeshift patchwork after wartime measures. Senator Moses denounces the bill as tattered and outdated while Democrats fail to offer a credible alternative. Leaders fear legislative conduct may hurt Republicans in 1922 and 1928.
The Associated Press reports from Moscow that an assassination attempt on M. Chitcherin, the Russian foreign minister, failed. Dispatches say 8,000 arrests were made following the incident.
Los Angeles November 12 Presiding Judge Conrey of the state court denied Madalyane Obenchain's petition for an immediate trial in the alleged murder of J Belton Kennedy. The ruling denies an expedited proceeding and defers the case to the regular schedule as determined by court calendar.
President declares the United States seeks reduced armament and avoids war, urging international cooperation and shared sacrifice. He pledges full official stance for a noble global peace, warning against intrigue and emphasizing honest, unified action toward a better world.
Admiral Baron Kato of the Japanese delegation called Secretary Hughes armament limitation plan drastic but good. The plan was presented at the armament conference in Washington on November 12, described by Kato as a bold, necessary step.
London November 13 The British cabinet meeting to discuss Ulster's counter proposal for an Irish settlement was postponed today over the weekend.
Mrs Sarah Poyner died Friday afternoon at her son John Poyner’s Washburn residence in Indiana. Special services will be held Sunday at 1 p m with interment in Raymond cemetery.
Edgar Harrison Shiplet of Water 1A 7 received a marriage license. Christine Steinbrown of Readlyn and Franklin Jon Alice Morrison of Cedar Ranta noted in records. Navida Bonies appears among the listed names with incomplete details.
London reports from AP indicate the British press shows little alarm at the Ulster cabinet rejection of government Irish settlement plans. Commentators note Ulster hopes to counter with practical peace proposals without surrendering rights, while some say the door to wider negotiations remains open if principles shift.
The 1919 arms conference opens with President Harding hosting delegates from Britain France Italy Japan China Holland Belgium and Portugal. Secretary Hughes centers the American delegation with Briand and Briand Briand and other leaders at the long U shaped table. The sessions emphasize simplicity and focus as press and officials fill seats in the auditorium.
United Press report from Washington November 12 outlines the first day of the limitation of armaments conference. Events include opening with prayer by Rev. W S Abernethy, opening address by President Harding, a suggestion for conference organization by Secretary Hughes, and election of a presiding officer. The session adjourns until November 15 and covers far eastern affairs alongside armament limits.
Cedar Rapids authorities report the Oct 26 holdup and shooting of Mrs. Carl Lanstrum were linked to Glenn Smith and his brother-in-law Waldo Waddington. They confessed to attempting robberies against pedestrians before targeting the Lanstrum store. shooter identity remains unconfirmed.
President Harding plans to issue a peace proclamation soon after the exchange of ratifications. Berlin notified Washington that treaty exchanges have been completed, following talks between Commissioner Diesel and Chancellor Wirth.
Chicago reports a revival in business in the Illinois free employment bureau May. Berlin notes ratifications of the German American peace treaty exchanged between the United States minister and the chancellor. Washington D C Father John A Zap dies in Munich. Rome reports a general strike after clashes between railway workers and fascists. London Lady Astor says disarmament conference likely to succeed with four million women members. Riga Karl Radek calls the disarmament conference a new spoils division by world powers.
A Waterloo man found guilty in municipal court of indecent conduct faces appeal to district court after Judge Courtright overruled a motion to dismiss. Defense attorney Sherman Mears immediately noted the appeal, with bonds set at 190 dollars.
Thirteen members of the Trws Prees aggneia tion are meeting here today for the annual convention. G. L. Casgwell, field scre tary of the state assoriation, is for sondurt around tape disensasion this afternoon. The program includes discussion of a number of newspaper mrahrams. KLOF. Raliriea, Algamfei} is airman of the sessions in the Courier auditer a.
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