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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 13, 1920

Page

20

Dividing Line in Auto Licenses 15 Fixed at Dec

Automobiles bought on or after Dec 1 1920 will be listed by the county treasurer and appear on the 1922 monthly report. Those purchasing earlier must register for the present year. Sworn date of purchase required for number plates bought this fall. Trailers and motorcycles numbered to be issued. Forty nine twenty numbers needed for 192% plates. Twenty nine cars registered for 1931 up to today, many from residents leaving for California.

Secreary Ramsay C. C. McCoy W. J. Eubank Black Hawk County California

True Famitlies Emphasized by Lr Seerley At Grace M E

Lr Seerley president of Iowa State Teachers College tells Grace M E church audience that the family is the core of American civilization and the center of character development. He cites father mother and children as essential, sharing memories of his farmer father and urging tact, patience, and unity for a boy’s growth into a worthy man.

Sui Lr. Home H. Seetey Iowa State Teachers Grace M. E. Church Meaghber Che

Boy Scouts Start Work on Los Cabin Grounding Near Elk Run

Preliminary work began on a Boy Scouts winter camp cabin to be built on the Alford farm near Elk Run. Twenty five scouts from Lafayette School gathered at 4:30 a m with shovels and meals to clear and prepare a foundation. Kiwanis members will assist on the grounds in a few weeks as construction nears. a bridge across Elk Run was built this morning by local craftsman George W Wartmayer and Rev T S Art with a committee overseeing progress. Arthur, the commissioner, was sent to observe. a foundation will be laid before Kiwanis crews begin interior work.

Bos Stout Alford Eik Run Lafayette Kiwanis Club Elk Run Tuten George W Wart Mwester Sant Craft T. S*art Cannte Heron Panact Indien Wood GR. Arthur

Master Mind Question Baffles Detective in The Job

A Washington Star quote shows a detective asking who the mastermind is. Bill the Burg replies that there isn’t one and no person foolish enough to accept the title. The exchange highlights the absence of a clear leader in the scheme.

Bill Washington Star

Banker Farmer Conference Draws Wide Interest in Iowa

Local committee welcomed attendees for the Banker-Farmer Conference set for November 16 in northeastern Iowa. Well known bankers and farmers' officers will speak. no formal program outlined, focus on informal exchange and sharing perspectives. The event is one of four arranged in Iowa next week with afternoon sessions planned.

Banker-Farmer Hoel Russell-Lainson Tuosidlay Iowa Towa Ighle

Man Accused of Goose Feather Theft Sought by Officers

Three defendants failed to appear when preliminary hearings were called in municipal court. One man, Donat Wan, was released on $100 bond after his attorney sought a reduction from $590. Officers say the goose feather theft case remains active and will be prosecuted if he is found.

George Backer Robert P. Brinder Building Trades Council John B. Hettrick Brinder United States Donat Wan

Banquet Celebrates Father and Son at St Pauls Church

A Father and Son banquet at St Pauls Church in Cedar Falls featured remarks on character and a keynote address. J R Howard and Ralph Storm spoke, with Claire K Herd leading community singing and Rev CLE Lure delivering the sermon.

ST. Paul's Church George Adtregsnd Cedar Falls St. Paul's M. EL Comramnity Claire K. Herd J. R. Howard Ralphs Storm Sant Cle. Lure

City man fined for gambling at pool halls and cigar stores

Stoun City Indiana November 12 Judge Sam Fage fined proprietors and owners of pool halls cigar stores and confectionaries $25 or seven days in jail for gambling and illicit activities arrested Tuesday night. None of the cases were arraigned.

Stoun City Coun Sam Fage Mimed Bas Ravi Wispine

Brief notes from Waterloo area residents and visitors

A tangle of local notices reports travel to California and Des Moines, homecomings in Iowa City, and town social activity. Individuals named include Ira Fairbanks, Allen S. Head, Chesley F. Jenness, J. J. O’Connor, C. F. Youngblut, and George H. Thompson. Mentions cover vacations, church and club events, and upcoming engagements in Waterloo and surrounding areas.

Ray Golinvaux Chicaga Mercury Mometesy Ira Fairbanks California Allen ¥ S Waterloo Gasoline Engine Moline Chayo York Waterloo Young Women’s Christian Association Chesley F. Jenness Iowa Holstein C. F. Youngblut Iowa City Harry M. Reed Robert Cole Elizabeth Back E. ‘le Wenner Josephine Leavy If and Perrin Charles Hasi Metre B. Co. Everall Harold B. Plumb Fuller Iowa State Teachers College Cehei Z Seec- Hafla P. L. Ferguson George H. Thompson Margery Thompson J. R. Macarney First Presbyterian Church Thompson Sumner Avenue Baptist Church Brooklyn Omaha

Rainbow Veterans Plan Bigger Meeting Quarters Seek New Site

Rainbow Veterans will discuss moving to larger quarters at Memorial Hall next Monday at 7:30 AM or PM unclear, with plans for entertainment. The group notes eligibility for Rainbow Division veterans to join the Rainbow Veterans Society and mentions auxiliary participation and service-related topics.

Rainbow Veterans Imeeting Rainbow Veterans” Soviety Memorial Hall Rnng Rainbow Division Rainbow Ve'erza’s Society Rainbow Aux- Gary Rainbow Rainbow Secery

There are three sides to every question says farmer

War correspondent Edwin James meeting a farmer on vacation heard a heated debate about the three sides to every issue. The farmer concluded that there are your side, my side, and the key side, highlighting a playful but pointed perspective on discourse.

Edwin James State James Sacordas Evening Post

Medill School of Journalism to open at Northwestern

Northwestern University will establish a Medill School of Journalism with labs from Chicago daily papers. Prof Walter Dill Scott announced the project, backed by Robert J McCormick and Joseph Medill Patterson of the Chicago Tribune. Classes will run in Chicago and Evanston, with senior and introductory tracks emphasizing social economics and effective expression, plus hands on training through Chicago press cooperation. The plan includes a February opening target and a future head of school to be named. A list of marriage licenses from Waterloo appears afterward.

Asso Chicago Northwestern University Chicago Walter Dill Scott Northwestern Truss Lees University Robert J. McCormick Joseph Medill Patterson Chicago Tribune Joseph Medill The Tribune Tiddlewest Seat Lwovind Fourevear Cotses North- Western University Uehorter Evanston Uni Heginners Scott Mane of Shu Insi Lion Medill School Chicago Press

School Week for Dee 5 H Planned to Improve System

A historical notice urges local groups including women clubs and church societies to hold education focus meetings during a designated Friday afternoon and evening of School Week. The goal is to discuss school needs, conduct, and remedies across urban and rural areas.

Edumuion Chixton Elfel Sehuel Cso

Harding Gets Rest as Norther Blows and Plans Ahead

President-elect Harding rests as winter storm halts travel. He aims to fish Monday if possible and will travel Tuesday to Ltownsville to meet Gav Hobby of Texas. A Panama-bound special train will stop in New Orleans for a Commerce Association luncheon. The trip could extend if needed. University of Illinois enrollment exceeds 16,000 for the year.

Tibet Presi Ltownsville Gav Lis Steiner Steamship Company

Uloterites Fight Financial Clauses Of Home Rule Bill

Ulsterites oppose financial terms of the home rule bill and demand limits on imperial payments. Ulster leaders urge a single system for all provinces, while Sinn Fein seeks complete separation and an independent republic beyond Ulster. The article notes Belfast and Ulster factions resist sharing customs and excise, with Ireland’s national contribution debated against Irish income tax and supertax.

Tiblin Associated Press Poo Pak Lyon Polataswenk Ae Ledash Aix Cowes Dublin Belfast Ireland Ulster Sinn Fein

Urge Higher Age for Enforced Education

Chivage Nov 14 The National League of Compulsory Educational Work held its tenth anniversary convention electing leaders and presenting resolutions to strengthen compulsory school age to seven years. The group endorsed guidance, labor provisions, and a unified system to secure school attendance and child welfare.

Chivage National League of Compulsory Educational Teary J. Gidoun Potthidebpina Palas Prestibendt MS Orthog Paomf Indersiig Watford Marsiae Amd Aschool

The Man About Town and the modern boy conflict

A columnist contrasts old fashioned boys with modern youth, arguing amusements versus responsibility. It critiques youth’s pursuit of pleasure without work, notes family cost, and urges prudence in spending on frivolities while preserving harmless fun and personal growth.

Jess Liam Istesher Joam Hell Father

Man Seeks 24000 Damages Awarded 400 In Butler Co Court

A plaintiff seeking 24000 dollars in damages received 400 dollars in a Butler County court. The report notes a university event and a fatal fall in a hotel lobby during a Wisconsin football game weekend, with names and places referenced.

Butler CO Munlson Wis Noy Munson Wanda Univy

Citizens Gas Rate Investigation Urged in Waterloo

A citizens group urges a funded investigation into the costs of producing gas by the Citizen Gas and Electric Company. Funds raised by subscription aim to inventory and appraise local gas property, informing the Waterloo city council to set a fair rate. The effort aligns with Cedar Falls sentiment and plans canvassing of Waterloo households for support.

People of Waterloo Citizens Gas & Electric Gcompany Wah Greater Waterloo Cedar Fallsa Citizens Gas & Feotrie Company Cedar Falls Cedar Falls Council Fean Ibis Ar Falls Greater Waterloo Protective Association Cedar Palis Citizen Gas & Electric Company Citizens Gas & Electric Company Gas & Electric Company

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