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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1924

Page

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West High Prevails Over Tutor College in Narrow Gridiron Victory

West High defeated Tutor College 21 to 14 as Holgate and Turan led a first-half surge. Miller and Ziegler added scores for West High while Powers and Walter contributed key yardage and a late touchdown stretch. The Little Tutors managed two first downs late but could not overcome West High's strong defense and breakout plays.

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Girl Acquitted of Murder, Companion Sentenced to Death

Violet Dickerson was acquitted of murder while a companion received the death sentence for the robbery and murder of aged victim Charles Geffinger. The verdict followed testimony after the crime, with judges and jurors delivering the decision near the trial's close.

Philadelphia Violet Dickerson Sternkeener Charles Geffinger Orffine

Beers Elected International President of Mens Clubs

Glenn Beers, longtime Waterloo civic leader and lawyer from Gilmore City, was named international president of the Mens Clubs during the organization’s Ly3 convention. He has served as Waterloo unit president and held vice presidential roles, noted for active community influence and local law firm ties.

Glenn Beers Int Waterins International Beers International Oreganization Waterloo Tpivereity Inwa War Borewn Gilmore City Pi Sias, Zoemersman & Krank

Marriage of Edith Rockefeller McCarrick in Chicago

Report notes Edith Rockefeller McCarrick, wife of Harold McCormick, expected to wed in Chicago society circles. The article references a past separation and ongoing financial legal matters, with speculation about family and social impact.

Mes Edith l Rockefeller McCarrick Chicago Harold McCar Ain McCormick Aident Court

President Davis Promotes Workingmen Aid in Iowa Rally

President Davis declared he will safeguard workers as he campaigned in Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. He criticized private railroad control, urged labor unity, and defended the Mooseheart program while outlining a plan to improve state welfare and oppose the public farm system.

Funeral services for Mes Sophia at First Presbyterian church

Mrs Sophia Muartuari M S SOPUTA VALL dies in Leche. Funeral Sunday at 2 from First Presbyterian chapel. Burial at Fairview. She lived in Winds, Dut, Back Hawk county, with time on Theodore N Vail Lyndon estate. mother-in-law to telephone magnate. Survived by grandson Vail Carroll and sister Mrs John J Wilson. Only daughter Mrs J P Carrol died years ago. Body at O Keefe & Towne mortuary. Mrs Susan Williams Rosary at 4 p.m. Sunday.

Soputa Vall Mes. Sophia Macartney Theodore N. Vail Lyndon Vail Carroll John J. Wilson J. P. Carrol Lafayette Street O'Keefe & Towne Mortuary

Day to Wind Up Midwest Tour at Louisville

John W. Davis traveled through Missouri and the Mississippi region for a final push in the Midwest. He spoke to large crowds in several cities, urging support for the Democratic ticket. He emphasized principles of popular sovereignty and personal liberty, promising government of honesty and justice for all citizens.

Midwest Louis Tomert Louls John Wo Davie trans-Missiaelopi Middlewest Gubakeinenia Mississippi Addy Dumopetade Engunkttes Nashvilla Mensy Houik Nashville Chen Louisville Hyansville Cleveland New York Davis Citeas Chicago Missouri Avery

Walsh Says G. O. P. Planned to Raise 10 Million Fund

The article reports Walsh accusing the Republican Party of planning a 10 million fund to influence the election. It notes stated targets for state and national support, mentions Edward J. Stetsburg as fundraiser chair in Philadelphia, and cites bankers urging contributions from banks and national committees to aid Coolidge and Dawes.

Walsh United States W.J. Bryan Coolidge Wananga Coolidern and Dawes Nad Kome Joseph R. Grundy Teristol Tee George W. Sinuney 4 Metals National Bank New York Bankers Comimitten Heetine Adsonsapek

Miss Dagny Jensen Weds John R Reed in Pittsburgh

Dagny Jensen daughter of Mr and Mrs Jensen will marry John Ross Reed in Pittsburgh at his sister's home. They plan four days in Fairmont then sail Oct 26 for Europe to study music in Italy. Jensen is Iowa State Teachers College graduate and a music teacher. Reed is a musician with a Redpath-Clanthaqua circuit company. Linden Methodist bazaar and country store set for Tuesday and Wednesday with fancywork aprons fresh baking canned goods and cafeteria supper.

Misa Dagny Jaensen Aris Jensen Gudar Falla Waterloo Frenple John Ross Reed New York City Pittsburgh Rpetaives Fairmont W. Va New York Europe Italy Miss Jensen Iowa State Caiese Cedar Reed Tanden Church Bazat Linden Methodist Partora

Prodigy Star BK Demonstrates Advanced Math Skills

A five year old in New York City, Star BK, astonishes experts by naming weekdays from dates and solving two and three unit problems like 5x87. The remarkable child reportedly speaks multiple languages and can spell ordinary words after hearing them.

BK. Wagnini New York City Hank

Government Blamed by Alien Smuggling on Mexican Line

Washington, Oct. 18. The administration plans talks with Mexican authorities to curb aliens crossing the border, with Assistant Secretary Edward J. Henning announcing conferences in Mexico City to reduce illegal entries. Labor Secretary Davis said talks would follow with Canada and that border patrols would be expanded from 50 to about 200 agents on the Mexican side.

Uniternationnal News Washington, D.C Oet United States Mexico Edward J. Henning Tabor Mexico City Henning James J. Davis Tie Civil Service Wea Tnt Davis

Arrest Officers in Dry Squad Crackdown Near Cedar Rapids

International dispatch from Cedar Rapids dated Oct 18 reports federal marshals arresting Mechanicsville town marshal Charles Young and his son Ray, assistant marshal, on charges of interfering with federal agents during liquor searches. They, along with others, faced grand jury bail of 1000 dollars each amid mob threats as enforcement clashes escalated.

International News Cedar Rapids Charles Young Mechanicsville Ray Young Wilson Inia R. R. Slade Tom Avery Max Avery Udr Tieters Prairiesburg Teo Healy Wealy

Man loses finger at Mc Lowman sausage factory

An incident this morning at the Mc Lowman sausage factory on Blenft Street left a worker with the middle finger severed after his hand was caught in a grinder. The injured man, identified as Snyder, employed by M. TL, received prompt medical attention.

M. Tl, Synder, & Sausagemaker Mc Lowman Factory Bln Ft Street

Fine Weather 16 Good Roads For Entire State

Weather outlook stays favorable as road conditions report from the Des Moines Automobile Club lists many routes in good or gravel-dirt mix. Primary and paved sections cover Clinton through Council Bluffs, Ames to St Paul, and lakes region, with most routes noted as in good condition for the weekend travel.

Wie Aamnetipediens Monjies Tawa Des Moines Automobile Club Wineolo Clinton Thru Cedar Maples Marshalstown Yonne Council Wluffs Colfax Nawiton Grinnell Town City Davenport Brooklyn Adel Stierl Atlantic Caunail Buffs Omaha Dexter Bul‘ance Manril Roane Webster City Lakes Port Dodges Stormwire Storm Lake Spencerwyd Jyirit Lake Panera Gullele Center Harlan Hlaife Wid Onahka Grand Junction Paints Pleasantyne i Centerville

Prug Clerk Robbed of 2500 On Way to Bank

Ottumwa Iowa October 18 Johnl Quinn employee of the Iowa Avenue pharmacy was robbed of 300 by two men in a large touring car as he headed to the bank. A witness gave car number and description. Cadillac suspected. The store near a packing house handles clocks for repairs, explaining large sums carried.

Ottumwa Johnl Quinn Iowa Avene Quinn

Women of Synod Luncheon Highlights Delegates and Plans

More than 195 delegates and visitors attended Presbyterian women's luncheon in Winterset area churches. Tables featured yellow and white chrysanthemums and corsages for missionaries, with talks by presbyterial and synodical officers on past achievements and future plans, including Miss Mary Pratt and Miss Versis Stramm preparing for missions in Mesopotamia.

Iowa Synod Winterloo Jesup Winton Independence Cedar Heights Cedar Falls Faure C. W. McCleary Africa H. Williams Bacatamanga Colombia South Antetiit Mary Bb. Pratt Waterloo Iwo Serv Itd Ers Thramm Burlington Bagdad Prete Presid Fred S. Vettir Aodicats Mra. J. FP. Hinkhouse Dubuque Presbytery J, EB. Utall Christian Education Mibsai Mildred Dane Mra G. M. Deal C. E. Chenay Wea Cooley David Stevenson Waterloof Elle Searles Java City Daniels Missionary Ty. Blvythe Sioux City Mary BE. Pratt Versis Scttramm Western Reserve College Cleveland Rageiad Mesopotamia

Nominations mount for Britain's October election

London dispatch reports nominations for the October 29 parliamentary election will total about 1,400 across Great Britain. The Liberals expect a larger slate than last time, the Labour party aims to exceed 500 candidates, and the number of women running rises, with 41 seeking seats. Campaigning grows bitter as leaders sponge vitriolic charges, Lloyd George derides the government’s record while Churchill and Birkenhead assail Labour and MacDonald.

London Labor Ver Win Hartshorn Ted Prese Britain Lloyd George Winston Churchill Lord Birkenhead Ramsay MacDonald Hombug Moscow MacDonald Sarbuset

Weather to Become Cooler Over Sunday

Generally fair and cooler weather is expected this weekend per the state bureau. Tomorrow will be as agreeable as Sunday. Motorists will enjoy food outings and picnics. yesterday felt July-like with temperatures jumping well above normal. The month’s average exceeds October norms by about five degrees as Des Moines endured heat.

Stat Bureau Weather Bureau Des Moines

Ferguson clears path for Texas governor bid candidacy

Supreme Court of Texas rules Miriam A Ferguson remains eligible for governor and may have her name printed on the ballot. Announcement notes a $20,706 endowment gift to Penn College from the Salle Stalker Smith estate. Miss Marjorie Murtagh returns home from Iowa City for a weekend visit with her parents.

Austin, Tex Miriam A. Fergpson Texas Aligble T Hold Ofice Supreme Court Oskalonsa Penn College Salle Stalker Smith

Iowa Campaign In Full Swing Ahead Of 1934 Vote

Des Moines reports two weeks remain before the 1934 election as La Follette forces push active local campaigns. Republicans and Democrats send speakers statewide, while Senate party balance fears rise due to two vacancies and shifting allegiances. Attorney General Harlan F. Stone plans a Des Moines visit as a notable boost for Coolidge supporters.

Des Moines Get la Follette National Committee Ater Kendall Iowa Towa Supreme Cours F. D. Letts Davenport Ralph A. Thompson Muscatine Congress Letts la Poltette Coolidge United States Senate Stone Coolinge Kunny Coolitge Lowa

Repass Estate To Wife And Daughter In Equal Shares

In a will drawn Sept 8 1924 and dated shortly before his death Oct 4 O A Repass late president of the Repass Automobile company bequeathed all his property in equal shares to his wife Hilda L and his daughter Mrs Lucile M Was net naming his wife executor. The will provides that she secure friendly and valuable advice from Chinde a Clark Ira Rodamar of Waterlope and son-in-law BH Wagner of Mason City in administering the estate and carrying out the provisions. It calls for high class first mortgage securities where possible. Clark has long been Repass partner and Rodamar is president of Leavitt Johnson National bank.

O. A. Repass Repass Automobile Company Ford Hilda L Lucile M Renass Repuss Chinde A. Glark Ira Rodamar Waterlope H. Wagner Mason City

Consolidated Schools Plan Forget-Me-Nots Drive

Mayor and Mrs A F Gnagr along with several others visited Hudson Finchford Dunkerton and Fairbank to organize selling forget-me-nots for disabled veterans. Volunteers show enthusiasm as flowers and containers go to schools November 1 for the drive. Meetings planned with citizen committees at Greater Waterloo association and Memorial hall to coordinate activities. A social hour and refreshments arranged.

A. FE. Gnagr Mra R.A. Denny A. L. Burton J. O. King Hudson Finchford Dunkerton Fairbanker General Citizens’ Committees Greater Waterloo Association King Marson Post T. A.V Memorial Hall

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