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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1918
Page
4
The feature stars Fy GEO McMANUS as a distractive presence in a dramatic turn while Ernest Wilkes leads a comedy about Vantage the prospector amid decid e and love as Billie Parsons appears. The production, titled Broken Threads, promises an effectively orchestrated setting and strong running pace as the story unfolds in a forthcoming show.
East High and West High meet tomorrow at Fifth and Locust for the Black Hawk county football title. West, led by Capt. Sage and Parkins, is favored to win, with standout backs and a tough line led by Lichty and Allen. East counters with Sage and Parkins and a resilient, fighting spirit to challenge the West machine.
A collage of quirky observations and jokes citing war bets and fond memories. Short quips about betting on scores, Kaiser headlines, a toast to German fried potatoes, and playful editorials on influenza and world events. Includes humorous asides from "ALG" and miscellaneous housekeeping tips.
The board of control of athletics received an invitation to play the University of Southern California at Los Angeles on Christmas day. Paul Coldren, an Iowan in California, sent the message via Postmaster Max Marer for transmission. Coach Howard Jones noted the trip could occur during the holiday season, requiring ten days or more. The board will consider the offer at an upcoming meeting.
Ira Carrithers of Cedar Rapids will referee the East high versus West high game tomorrow with Eby of Cedar Rapids as umpire and Thompson Ames as headlinesman. Ames has officiated here before and is praised for his work. Principal F J Miller reports all East players back in good standing after making up grades, allowing Coach C C Billion to field his strongest lineup against West High.
An ad promising magazines equal to twelve gifts. It notes “We have something for each person on your list” and urges readers to call today. Includes a line about “Black 3194.5” and names Dorothy and Wilma Jenks.
Des Moines reports a host of important prep games on Thanksgiving with the state title likely decided in a Fort Dodge con test. North Des Moines favoured to topple Fort Dodge after a recent win, while East High faces Sioux City Little Braves. Waterloo West aims to outscore Waterloo East, Boone meets Perry, Davenport duels Rock Island, and Cedar Rapids hosts Marshalltown.
Weights and positions for East High and West High players listed with names and totals. East total 1563 pounds average 142, West total 1561 pounds average 141. East line 991 pounds average 141 and East backfield 572 pounds average 143. West line 996 pounds average 142 and West backfield 565 pounds average 140.
The Majestic opens Thursday with Frank Stafford Co in A Hunter's Game Alice Hamilton sings and tells stories The Four Buttercups showcase a vocal quartet Frosini the accordio nist and the Black and White sisters perform acrobatics Maids of America at Weaternloo features Adam and Hall Bobby Barry stars The Man From Funeral Range Wallace Teid headlines at the Palace today and Thursday with a western tale and new Paramount release.
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