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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1910

Page

5

Senator Jonathan Dolliver Dead After Illness

The Iowa congressman and United States senator Jonathan Prentiss Dolliver died quietly after a long illness. Physicians said chronic stomach trouble had weakened his heart. his wife Mrs. Dolliver and family were with him in Fort Dodge Iowa. Dolliver, born 1858 in West Virginia, had a storied career from schoolteacher to congressman and senator, noted as a wit in political circles and a staunch defender of tariff revision. Governor Carroll faced an appointment to fill the vacancy amid a three-way Legislative split and political maneuvering in Iowa.

Xearde A. H. McCreight Phsicians Congress Fort Dodge Dolliver New Mexico Iowa Towa Doliver Carrol Inteher Republican A. B. Funk Spirit Lake W. H. Brers Harlan Warren Garst Coon Rapids Hubbard Haugen Hepburn and Lacey Walter I. Smith Council Bluffs Carroll Hepburn Laces Dol Niver Flaine Cleveland Iee Jonathan Prentiss Dolliver Kingwood W. Va New England Essex Massachusetts Delliver University of West Virginian Clinton Furnace Morgantown United States Education and Labor Tolliver Land Democratic Party Madison Square Garden New York Boston Merchants’ Association Gettysburg Arlington National Assembly University of West Virginia Sandwich Ill Essa Old Guard Dolilver Taft Aldrich Allison

GENERAL MARKETS AND HOG CATTLE SHEEP PRICES IN CHICAGO

Lamson Bros and Co reports estimated receipts for Oct 17 hogs 30,000 cattle 42,000 sheep 7,000. Hog market opened 5 to 10 cents lower before closing 5 to 10 cents higher with classes mixed and butchers ranging 8.30 to 9.30. Cattle and sheep markets opened 10 to 15 cents and 10 cents lower respectively. New York stock prices noted but details incomplete.

Chicago

Iowa Leaders Block Dolliver Senate Departure in 1900s Fight

Iowa figures opposed Dolliver leaving the Senate to avoid Cummins gaining state control. They helped defeat Cummins in the race to succeed Senator Allison, who died soon after. The episode shows internal GOP power dynamics and succession struggle.

Yise Iowa Dolliver Senate Cummins Allison

K P Fair Opens Tonight With City Leaders Present

Tonight at 7 30 the big Prth ian fair opens with President Soroull presiding. A street band recalls the opening, followed by speeches from a Waterloo attorney. Mayor and council, plus Pythians from across the state, will attend as booths and country store overflow. Tickets 25 cents for evening dances.

Soroull Waterloo

Missouri Defeats Iowa to Eliminate Hawkeyes in Valley Race

In Columbus, Missouri defeated Iowa 5 to 0 on Saturday, ending Iowa’s chances in the Missouri Valley Conference race. Heavy heat hindered play as Missouri used eight substitutions to Iowa’s six, with Iowa punting 19 times for 772 yards and Howell punting 17 times for 695 yards. Missouri scored in the second quarter on a Lemire run after a 10-yard line setup. Referees named from Kansas City and St. Louis officiated the 60-minute halves.

Columbus Missouri Iowa Hawkeyes Nowell Lemire Trdler Graves Barnes Thompson Thacher Johnson Hacker Klein Curtis Temler Mowell Buckler Neidig Repass O'Brien Weeks Climans Hayland Curry Thomas Murphy Powell Manker Kansaze City Siler St. Louis Wead Jinesman Gordon Kansas City Grover

Philippine legislature reports $3 million surplus in fiscal year

Manila October 17 The Philippine legislature convened with a fiscal year that closed with a surplus exceeding 3,060,000 dollars. A separate note mentions a 1,000,000 dollar surplus in page one. The report highlights strong budget results and continuing financial stability.

P. 1 Manila Philippine

Mansfield Named Governor Candidate After Convention Turmoil

Frederick W. Mansfield was nominated by Democrats of Massachusetts for governor amid a tumultuous state convention. The selection came after the understanding that he would resign in favor of another candidate chosen by the committee, following withdrawals by several rivals.

Boston Frederick W. Mansfield Democrats of Massachusetts

Advertising chief Kennedy backs research institute for ads

John E. Kennedy proposes an Institute for Advertising Research a college with a museum to vet methods and combat fraud. It would educate writers and hustlers, study proven tactics, and promote ethics. Lord and Thomas would donate 5000 toward a 50000 fund, while Sphinx president Hotchkin stresses public good.

New York Sphinx Club Waldorf-Astoria Sphinx John E. Kennedy Kennedy Institute For Bancompbe Institute For Advertising Research Lord and Thomas William R. Hotchkin Club

Building for the postwar era by William A. Radford

William A. Radford, editor and author, offers free expert advice on building issues and materials. He cautions that lumber scarcity and forest fires raise costs, stresses proper stucco and cement work, and urges skilled mechanics and careful material selection for durable homes.

Wittem A. Radford William A. Radford Wirth Ave Chicago Stucca

Stucco house design promotes durability and style in suburbs

An editor outlines benefits of stucco exteriors over new frame houses, noting lower cracking risk with thicker walls and fiber reinforcement. He warns about cement mix uniformity and sand quality, describes a 20 by 30 foot design on a 32 foot lot, and highlights a spacious living room, window seats, a large kitchen, and a functional second floor with two bedrooms and storage.

Wee

Committee Named to Decide on New Masonic Temple

A committee of five Masonic members, C. D. Becker, I. E. Sedgwick, F. B. Dietrick, W. W. McFarlane and H. B. Cropper, was appointed to assess selling the old temple and constructing a new one. They will consider auditorium inclusion and financing and will report at a future Masons meeting in the city.

Monnday C. D. Becker I. E. Sedgwick F. B. Dietrick W.W. McFarlane H. B. Cropper

Richard Holmes Injured In Farm Fall Near Hudson

Richard Holmes, 68, of 850 Fourth Street West, fell while helping erect a contri near his Hudson area farm last Friday. He dislocated his right shoulder, but at home today he felt little pain and was progressing as expected after the accident.

Richard Holmes Fourth Street West Hudson Mr. Holmes

Big Fires Bring Hope To Beaudette And Spooner

Beaudette and Spooner, Minnesota, reflect on devastating forest fires that wiped out homes and timber but may spur rebuilding. Mayor Moody of Warroad says the fires are worth over 200 dollars to settlers within fifteen miles, aiding future clearing and homestead efforts, despite twenty five lost lives. The communities now foresee reconstruction on stronger grounds, clinging to the saying that wind that blows nobody good may, in this case, bring unexpected gain.

Beaudette Minn Spooner GC. A. Moody Warroad Beaudette River

Imperial by Burd Auto Co. showcasing 1911 four door touring car

The Bird Auto Company at 612 Blatt Street has received a new .40 Model 1811 Imperial touring car. It is being shown around the city with demonstrations regularly scheduled to highlight its chief features and value to prospective buyers.

The Bird Auto Company Blatt Street

Small Weather Prophet Predicts Rain At Party

Miss Elmer Farnham and friends discuss outdoor plans at a party. A student predicts rain using a fudge boiling sign and, despite disbelief, a heavy downpour lasts an hour that night. The incident is noted by a guest teacher who confirms the omen.

Elmer Farnham Anid Bethe Miss Farnham Elinor

Omnivorous Insect Devours Almost All With Surprising Appetite

A curious creature described as a small eighth-inch long slithe black and tan insect is said to eat almost everything daily unless disturbed. It supposedly consumes ivory in Egypt and even wool, cards, and utensils while refusing only glass, china, and metal, with surprising claims about its behavior and origins.

Eike & Burgier Egypt

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