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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1913
Page
14
The Waterloo Engraving and Service company reorganizes with T. L. Forhan and F. G. Weston buying J. B. Payne’s interest. The plant, organized three years ago, was owned jointly by Forhan Weston and Pune, with negotiations ongoing to finalize the change.
The article notes long pending negotiations for purchase by current owners, keeps capitalization UOH, and states the engraving plant has doubled its business since organization. A nickel type foundry was installed eighteen months ago, boosting production and capacity.
In the near future three departments will be installed for commercial photography wood carvings and copper plate work. An addition to the existing building is under erection and will be ready around January 1. The expansion will provide about 000 square feet of floor space for the complete plant. Messrs Weston and Forhan are experienced engravers who know their trade thoroughly.
A musical event at the First Congregational church features Miss Marion Ransier daughter of Judge and Mrs Ransier in her first professional appearance in Waterloo under the Waterloo Conservatory of Music. Mr Prowell will assist with the violin.
A Waterloo man states he has not asked the commission, salary, or loans in advance for the proposed packing plant. He seeks reimbursement of money spent, totaling about 100 dollars, and two expenses paid to the cast during business arrangements. He was promised 1000 dollars commission if the plant became assured for the city, which has not occurred.
Clara Crowl of Horton announces engagement to Loying Cards. Amelia Gerhardt to marry Terry Peterson of Minneapolis. Local residents attend gatherings, travels to Chicago for seeds, and entertainments mark community life amid visitors, illness, and a hospital event raising funds.
In this essay Ruth Cameron argues that life is shaped by individual reaction to people and surroundings. She presents examples from a beach scene where visitors notice energy, undertow, art potential, and comfort differently, showing perception governs experience more than external conditions.
A license to wed was issued to James W Ackernum and Louise Sehellammer of Waterloo. Athannes W Hager of Labor City was noted as visiting Colfax briefly. Miss Merde Diager and her mother visited relatives here and near Porte City. They planned to return home in California next week. A WOR officers meeting is set for Monday afternoon to finalize inspection arrangements. A dance tonight in K Hall with Myers Orchestra.
The notice advertises Voley Kidney Pills claiming relief from backache rheumatism and kidney troubles with early effects. It promotes sale by Breaks Variety Store 225 West Fourth St and promises fancy china pieces up to 5 and 40 dollars in a late Monday sale with a window display.
New York reports a reserve excess of 12.6 million dollars for clearing banks and wash companies, down 6.07 million from last week. Net deposits rise 31.44 million while circulation and specie decline. aggregate bank cash in vault stands at 347 thousand and trust company reserves total just under 428.8 thousand. A separate section notes loans fall about 4.6 hundred thousand and local deposits also drop. doctors warn against colds with a public health campaign and advise Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a recommended product.
A damaged paragraph records a funeral attended by many pioneers including heirs of Wortenson and other families. The fragment mentions Wilbert Wortenson Jr and Mrs Adnepp Weidin among mourners, with several names and relations noted as having preceded in death.
An advertisement from Foley Kidtes Pals promotes a medicine claimed to aid kidney and bladder troubles. It mentions Mrs. OL Peifoier of Willow Street Green Bay and Mr. Palmer reporting recovery for his wife and others, urging sale by all dealers.
A motorcycle rider collided with a vehicle on Main Street near Fourd Street in town, suffering serious injuries. The rider was pinned and sustained a broken leg, while a bystander reported clothing torn and the scene blocked by debris. Witnesses named include Charles Paige and Gus Maron, with authorities responding to the accident.
Spurr opens art department offering oil and photograph work. Abhay R. Thompson portrait stands out among extensive frames and paintings. Spurr touts a larger Chicago source, ready to paint from miniatures to life size, with diverse studio displays and photo exhibits.
Incomplete text fragment references Tow Boulevard and a budget issue. Mentions fire safety and lives affected but lacks clear names, dates, or events to confirm a reportable item.
The readable fragments mention wanted persons, locations like Waterton and Napanee, names such as Patnely and Gabe, dates and places with uncertain spelling, plus references to a police or arrest context. The text is a damaged OCR segment likely from a public notice or wanted list.
For Rent two sleeping rooms and one tight homekeeping room at 42 Washington St Luna Back. Wanted van evenings or spars to put up signs and advertise. Various misread items mention homes, prices, and a listing at 23 Funnyside Ave with unclear dates and names.
A lengthy letter from Catholic County, Iowa, denounces Florida land schemes claiming vast profits and urging investors to beware. It cites fake agents, false promises of cheap land, and urges sending offenders to the penitentiary while defending Florida’s real agricultural potential and climate.
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