Hog Island Cargo Carriers Converted to Tankers
Seven Hog Island cargo ships are being converted to tank steamers for oil and molasses trade. Kishquillas and Inspector have begun Gulf-port service with strong records, after a Matanzas to Mobile and New Orleans run carrying 26,670 tons of molasses. Remaining vessels Manatawny Catahoula Castana Carrabulle and Cassimir receive longitudinal bulkheads and swash plates at Globe Shipbuilding Baltimore. vessels sold at about 184 per deadweight ton with 7 825 DWT tanker deliveries in roughly one month.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Hog Island
Gulf Ports
Kishacquillas
Inspector
Matanzas
Mobile
New Orleans
Manatawny
Catahoula
Castana
Carrabulle
Cassimir
Globe Shipbuilding Company
Baltimore
Shipping Board
Fire alarms and interior damage at two Marshalltown homes
Firefighters were called Saturday evening to the residence of J L Leepen at 726 Independence Avenue where only fire hose was damaged by being run over by a streetcar. A separate blaze at 447 Riehl Street caused heavy interior damage from a partition wall fire, using 86 gallons of chemicals to avoid water. An advertisement notes the sale of all fixtures from the late Henry Pappe clothing store.
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J. L. Leepen
Independence Avenue
C. G. Briden
Riehl Street
Henry Pappe
Marshalltown
Iowa
George Hill to Meet Caddock in Fort Dodge on Dec 3
George Hill former Waterloo wrestler arrives in Fort Dodge to train for a three round two out of three falls match with Cad dock on December 3. Both fighters weigh 190 pounds and are said to be evenly matched as Hill eyes a post bout bout with Joe Stecher if he wins.
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Fort Dodge
George Hill
Waterloo
Caddock
Hill
Joe Stecher
Stecher
New York
Hill Wil
Anita
Zbyszko
Des Moines
Canada
Sam Clapham
Frank Martin
Basketball Team Has Strong Nucleus for Winning Lineup
Lyle C. McDonald has been named manager of the American Legion 1 and Greater Waterloo basketball team now forming. A meeting at the YMCA Wednesday at 8 pm invites all eligible players to report. Reported hopefuls include Douglas Bragdon and Lombard College captain of the independent football team, who recently enjoyed a successful season.
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Lyle C. McDonald
American Legion 1
Greater Waterloo
Waterloo
Douglas
Bragdon
Lombard College
Francis
Geese Mistaken for Wild Fowl Prompt Farmer’s Slaughter
In Atlantic Tas, November 29, Frank Maas of Cass County killed a dozen domesticated geese after mistaking them for wild fowl in his cornfield far from any buildings. He now tries to appease Helhor’s wrath by replacing the flock.
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Atlantic
Frank Maas
Cass County
Hbor
Maas
Wood's order that officers salute first upsets precedents
Major General Leonard Wood commanding the Sixth Corps area at Fort Sheridan Illinois issues an order honoring soldiers disabled in combat. The directive, lifting traditional salute practices, signals respect and remembrance within the post and across allied units, reflecting a shift in ceremonies and recognition.
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Wood’s
New York
Leonard Wood
Sixth Corps
Fort Sheridan
Ill
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promote Liver and Bowel Health
A veteran doctor touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a natural remedy for liver and bowel function. He claims the olive colored tablets, sold at 15c and 30c, cleanse waste from the system and improve pale complexions, dull eyes, pimples, headaches, and general malaise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Edwards
Dr. Edwards
First salute to disabled soldiers praised in army order
Bert Sheridan notes honor for sick and wounded from world war battles. The commanding officer to lead by example and salute disabled soldiers first as a mark of respect. Army punctiliousness cited as first time officers are directed to salute first when meeting disabled and enlisted men.
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Bert
Kurt Sheridan
Local events in Oelwein in a busy week end
A large Oelwein gathering closed with a banquet after a visit by SU members and Fayette county units. Chester Hewitt and Wil Mack were injured when their coupe hit a rut and overturned near Maynard Friday night. George Lavette quarantined for smallpox, two cases remain in the area. Mrs Mabel Hasbrook and T Rotlebere wed Saturday. Dr Blanche Norton spoke on Armenia at the M E church Sunday night.
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Columbus
Oelwein Council
Chester Hewitt
Wil Mack
Yoo Mies
Maynierd
Priday
Amity Service
Charles Parker
Fayette
Caimp Knox
Wranne
Heath
Oelwein
Fayette ,County National Guard
George Lavette
George Graham
Ireland
United States
Orvis
Orlwein
Nurber
FL Boiseaid
Chicago
Afteer
Aurelia Zichy
Cecil Wilbur
Waterlow
Ovlwein
City Hall
Mabel Hasbrook
T. Rot
Tlebere
WL C. Cleworth
Qelweln
M. W. Marti
Blacksmiths
Drop Forgerd
Beipert Journal
Christian Church
Myrtle Martin
CG. W. Syatem Federation
Blanche Norton
Armenia
Near ‘East
M.E
Turpo Ointment Promises Cold Relief Overnight
Turpo is advertised as a scientific blend of distilled turpentine camphor and menthol for external use. It claims to relieve nasal congestion headaches and prevent colds from worsening, with applications for throat chest and skin. The ad notes refunds if not satisfied and lists 30c and 60c jar sizes with a bold orange and black label.
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U. S
Mexico
Simpson
Ames
Boston Tech
Merrill
University of Illinois
Milo Miller
Wateroo
Stubbs
Iowa U
Richardson
Yom
Las
Kenneally
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Muscatine
Dubuque
Osage
Istate
Ohio
Oelwein K. C. Lodge
Oelwein, In
Lorgnon
Thorson Optometrist
J. Ackermann
Farrand Drug Co
Broadway St
Hansen & Hansen
Henderson Drug Co
le & da Bank
Landgraf & Co
C. J. Miller
W. Fourth St
Moore Drug Co
W. 4Th St
Red Cross Drug Co
Sycamore St
Robert Drug Co
B. W. Schuneman Co
Cedar Falls Berg Drug Company
E. Green
College St
Hieber Drugsi aDy
A8feiffer Co
Main St
Watters Drug Company
Grove’s
T&m
Hampton
Richard & Brennen
Army
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