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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1920

Page

6

Hubby Quitting Wife Requests Return of Ring in Divorce

A divorce filing reveals John E. Maxfield leaving Jessie L. Maxfield after a few months of marriage. He demanded a wedding ring and a 25 cent stickpin. she paid, then he left with his face powders and cosmetics. The complaint accuses Maxfield of grosser misconduct, including coercion, threats, and sponging from relatives, while Mrs. Maxfield seeks alimony, attorney’s fees, and an injunction to stop harassment. The case names Dr. F. W. Porterfield as a fellow complainant in alleged abortion charges.

John E. Maxfield Jessie L. Maxfield Maxfield F. W. Porterfield Waverlr Igon Willow Street

Peterson's Ointment sale ad cites cures for ulcers and eczema

An old line advertises Peterson's Ointment as a universal remedy for sores, ulcers, eczema, burns, and itching. Included are testimonials from William J. Nichols in Rochester and Major Charles E. Whitney, plus claims of nationwide availability and a money back promise if not best ever used.

Peterson Wm. J. Nichols Wilder Street Rochester Buffalo

Telephone Book Distribution Planned in Waterloo Area

About 9,500 new telephone books are to be distributed in Waterloo and vicinity. Nearly all transmitters are ready to open the conversational lines, signaling the start of the distribution effort.

Mary Waterloo Vicinity

Herbert Hoover to Speak in Des Moines on Dec 7

Des Moines Nov 19 arrangements are complete for former President Herbert C Hoover to speak in Des Moines. He will arrive Dec 7 and address attendees yet to be announced, with details of the event forthcoming.

Minneapolis Hoover Des Moines Bankers’ Club Hotel Fort Des Moines Europe American Relief Association Lafayette Young Capital Iowa Herbert C. Hoover

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