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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1914

Page

8

Ceremonies For Young Greeks At Grout’s Hall

The Greek Young Men's association, formed in three months with 55 charter members, will hold a ceremonial in Grout's hall at Fifth and Commercial Streets tomorrow at 2:30. Invitations go to American and Greek citizens. Rev Calistratus Clayas from Cedar Rapids will lead religious services. Don Romanus will host and introduce speakers including Mayor Thompson, E J Wenner, W P Hoxie, Rev W L Dorgan, and local editors. A US flag will be presented to the commandant by the association president, followed by a Greek flag. Waterloo Military band will provide music. The group aims to strengthen ties between the incoming Greek population and Americans.

Greek Young Men's Association Grout's Hall Fifth Commercial Streets Cedar Rapids Calistratus Clayas Don Romanus Thompson E. J. Wenner W. P. Hoxie W. L. Dorgan First Baptist Church United States Waterloo Military Band

For Sale and Wanted Ads from Waterloo Minnesota

A varied ad page lists homes for sale and rental options in Waterloo with modern houses, apartments, and rooming, plus wanted rooms and sewing instruction. It also notes a general store in Littleton, Iowa for cash sale with real estate, stock, and other assets, plus farm and transport items.

Waterloo Troy Queen City Runyon Marsh-Place West Sixth Union Depot Car Line R. C. Pedersen Littleton Jesup Independence Oelwein Havre FE W, Jones Littleton, Lowa

Local Greek youth group forms biliary company

The Greek community organizes a biliary company to foster good citizenship and the moral and physical well being of young Greeks nationwide. Recognition by the United States government is noted as supporting the initiative.

United States

City in Brief With scattered notices and locals

A jumble of items covers local residents travel, illness, social events, a Sunday club vacation ending, and a dairy show parade canceled due to weather. Notable notes include Emmetaburg bereavement for Michael Jackman, Hattie Magness plans to San Antonio, and Marty Byrnes visiting family amid southern hardships. A rear Lincoln street barn fire caused damage before firefighters arrived. town criers cancel parade due to weather but promise a later plan. Emanuel Evangelical service details and funeral preparations for Emma Casebecer noted.

Michael Jackman Emmetaburg E. R. Harrison Lincoln Street M. L. Jordan Manville Galveston Tex

Knights of Maccabees Cedar Tent No 28 Meeting Notice

Announcement for Knights of Maccabees Cedar Tent No 28 announcing regular review Tuesday night with a large class of candidates to be initiated. Includes contact for CHIROPACTORS at 430 Mulberry St and office hours with free consultation and analysis.

Knights of Maccabees Cedar Tent W. J. Vogel

No Nearer Arrest in Murder Mystery

No new developments in the murder case of Richard Hugging last Saturday night. Police continue the vigorous, tireless search for leads with a dozen witnesses questioned and every clue thoroughly checked. A rumor claimed a woman near Conger street picked up an item and fled, but its connection to the crime remains unconfirmed.

W H. D. Willietos Jafferson Street Richard Hugging Conger Street Huggins

Paris War Bulletin Reports East Prussia Advances and Antwerp Fall

Paris dispatch reports ongoing fighting under factory conditions with a broad front holding against attacks. It cites gains north of the Oise with several locations in range of action, progress near St Mihiel, and claims Antwerp captured with unknown capture conditions. Russian forces reportedly advance in East Prussia including Lyck, while Praemysl siege continues with Russian gains at another fort.

Paris Jig Hasse Armentieres Cassel Oise St. Mihiel Asia Belgium Antwerp Russia East Prussia Lyck

Provisional Regime Forming in Mexico City

Washington reports preparations are under way in Mexico City to establish a new provisional government despite the peace conference at Aguas Calientes. Generals loyal to Carranza reportedly command 104000 troops, while Villa controls about 24000, with no U.S. recognition sought until after setup. An unrelated ad touts Foley Kidney Pills for kidney trouble relief and shows a testimonial from Palmer of Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Washington, D. C Mexico City Aguas Calientes Tuday Carranza Villa United States Palmer Green Bay Wis

Center Point Man Alleged Robbery Death Raised Foul Play

Relatives of PA Werner, a Center Point farmer found critically ill in Milwaukee, say he likely fell victim to foul play after a large sum of money and a valuable watch went missing. He died at St Luke's Hospital after being found unconscious in the waiting room before he could explain the loss.

Cedar Rapids PA. Werner Center Point Milwaukee St. Luke's Hospital Montana

Mrs Elizabeth Gibbens Dies After Paralytic Stroke

Mrs Elizabeth Gibbens died at 528 yesterday afternoon at her daughter Mrs Z H Has brouck 1992 South Street home. Funeral services were conducted this afternoon.

Elizabeth Gibbens Z. H. Hasbrouck South Street

Blood Destruction Stopped and Rebuilt

A patent medicine advertisement claims a natural remedy clears blood disorders by removing germs and repairing bodily damage. It touts benefits for rheumatism bone decay glands and throat issues and urges readers to consult druggists or The Swift Specie Co for treatment.

Iman‘e Architeet Dow Medirst Department Swift Specie Co Swift Ride Arianta

Obituary Notice from 19th Century Illinois Area

Mrs. Gibbong died at an advanced age after a paralytic stroke that occurred two days prior in Elapwood. She was married to Alabam Gibbens in 1840, with four sons and six daughters born to them. Present at death were Mrs. Sarah Magee and Mrs. Jatul Webb of Mone tout, Marion Gibbens and others from Exeter, Water log, and nearby areas.

Fey Willian Tanreather Orange Shownshipy Bhurigh Gibbong Seneca Conn Saral Magee Jatul Webb Monetout Marion Gibbens Goon Naphids Ioo CH. Hasbrook Water Log The Hichens Exeter Tomer Gilchandler Okla Jra6 Hiphop Lareinda Jones Dever Colo

Boston and Philadelphia Battle in Foggy Ninth Inning

In a tense late frame Boston outscores Philadelphia with Deal scoring on Mann’s late hit, Barry, Maranville, and Collins strong infield work anchor the defense as Messy miscues and missed chances mark the rest. Javies, Sehang, and Callins strand runners in key at bats amid error plagued play.

Boston James Mann Sehans Melnnis Barker la Fers Philadelphia Mauephy Byers Oldring Catling Calling Schmidt Barry Cather MeInnis Whitted MeInnis Nar Prefect Brow Collins Gowdy Tvers Ant Baker Marinville Bireak Maracville Deal Strunk Deal Stote Sehang Berr Javies Callins Evers Cather Schang Walsh Plank Maranville Murphy Mond

Antwerp falls as German forces take the city

Berlin reports Antwerp evacuated by Belgians and seized by German troops after several forts of the inner fortifications fell. The town has been in German hands since midday with only a few forts under enemy control and no significant impact on overall position.

London Get War Office Antwerp Marconi

Topeka Ball Team Offers to Waterloo Western League

Topeka Kansas baseball club offers its team for sale as Waterloo sought a Perth in the Western League. H A Anerbach vice president sent notification to Secretary Charles Van Vieck of the Board of Trade outlining two years of weak local baseball support and identifying the Topeka club for sale. Dick Burtner of the local club was asked to reply, and a dispatch followed to the Topeka magnate.

Waterloos Perth H. A. Anerbach Topeka Kan Anerbach Charles van Vieck Board of Trade Dick Burtner

Waterloo and Cedar Rapids face grim street conditions

Commission officials criticize Waterloo and Cedar Rapids streets as damaged and poorly maintained. They note Waterloo has 60,000 yards of cracked asphalt in substandard districts, while Cedar Rapids is called “skinned” by comparison. The talks highlight travel wear, need for repairs, and fears over potential water contamination from beachlike areas near the lakeshore.

Codue Wapids Lertoe Werogee Sumeet Edie Hiver Waterloo Sutn Cedar Rapids Wis Fairk Kika Fualness Roth Lindowntowin Cadar Rapids Hughes Lagall

Paris resident among gamblers robbed during raid

A Paris resident attending a social gathering was robbed when two gunmen entered the house. Witnesses say the raiders ordered the quartet to the ceiling while cash and valuables, including $750, were taken. No arrests were made as the suspects fled with little pursuit.

Local Man Loser in Washburn Fire

A fire on the farm of Mrs. Anna Youngblut two miles east of Washburn destroyed a car owned by Jin Connor of Waterloo and a mobile machine sled. The building and machinery were partly damaged. Firefighters from a rocket brigade helped contain the blaze but could not prevent its spread.

Washburn Jin Qconnor Waterloo Bou Wagner Gilbertville Anna Youngblut

Unusual Dallas County Town Story Draws Attention

A Dallas County town is the focus of an unusual tale drawing local residents and officials into a curious dispute. Details remain sparse as authorities investigate the peculiar sequence of events unfolding in the community.

Cirtu Dallas County Accords

Motorcycle Riders Must Keep Machines in First Class Condition

Notice to riders requiring motorcycles to be in first class condition and under perfect control to prevent accidents. Vehicles must be repaired at a first class shop with guaranteed work and available parts for all makes. Pete J. E. Miner at 2050 Lafayette Avenue red phone.

Pete J. E. Miner Lafayette

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