Install Officers Closing Session of Rebekah Assembly
The annual Rebekah assembly closes with installation of new officers led by Mrs. Josie Cutting of Decorah Iowa. Memorials note 167 deaths. home reports highlight Mason City and Sioux City facilities, with dozens of weddings and growth in membership across Iowa Rebekah lodges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekah
Josie Cutting
Decorah
Hale Grham
Des Moles
Ire
Leah T. Washburn
Mason City
Mies
Elizabeth Matheney
Keokuk
Georgia Quigley
McGregor
Airs. Roberts
Winnipeg
Canada
Aire
Robarts
Stevenson
Duriington
Dora King
Sioux City
Effie Graham
George Martin Kellogg III
Assembly
Mary HB. Kellogg
Baby Sellege
Western State Lodge
George Martin Kelloge
George Martin Kellogg T
George Martin II
Jodze
Masonity
George Adair
Shell Rock
Senece Cornell
Ottumwa
S. A. Koch
Mason Otir
Lena T. Ring
Cedar Napida
Effie Butcher
Des Moines
Allie Scott
Montrose
Lewis
Wilson
Brightening Commercial Street Fronts Near Fourth and Fifth
The plan to brighten storefronts on Commercial Street advances with developer Hugh Taggart and the Leavitt Johnson National Bank coordinating updates. New show windows will match the bank’s new building, creating a modern retail streetscape between Fourth and Fifth. John Saris, a Greek resident, reported losing his fortune on the city streets, with $162.29 in cash and two checks totaling 38.98, all wrapped in a blue handkerchief. He notified police last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Taggart
Leavitt & Johnson Nattional Bank
Elass
Leavitt & Johnson Bank
John Saris
Ife
Revised Plans for Elks Home in Waterloo Approved
Elks club members approved extensive remodeling of the Richarda home at Mulberry street and Perk avenue bought last summer. A 60 by 106 foot rear addition will create a lodge room and dance hall with stage, entry on Mulberry Street, and private rental potential. The second floor becomes clubrooms with parlors and dining spaces, a large veranda, and a kitchen area on the main floor. Occupancy is planned for June 1, 1916, with dedication when grounds look best.
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Waterloo Bike W
Mombotra
Richerda
Mulberry Street
Perk Avenue
Toto
Elks
Ti Ta
Rebekah Assembly Thanks Repasa Auto for Maud Automobile
The Rebekah Assembly extends thanks through the Evening Courier and Reporter to Repasa Auto for the automobile named Maud used by Mrs Grace Lewis and the Mason City family at the Odd Fellows home. Maud honors the famous comic mule, a replica was borrowed for yesterday's parade as the original was unavailable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maron City
Lodge
Ringine
Lea County Odd Fellows Association
Lewis
Grand Lodge
Grand Lodges
Rebekah Assembly
Waterloo
Iowa
Rebekah
Rebsaahs
Ilies
Elizabeth Matheney
Edna Rebekah
Perry Lands
Priscilla Lodge
Cumberlang
Leech Lodge
Deg Moines
Rebekah Jlodges
Rebekahs
I. Q O. O. Foha
Belsiandins
Tana
Sylvia Makinster
Ruth Pairbanks
Gretelion Fiseer
Leslie Witharm
Ethel van Schorek
Melon Reed
Autrey Reed
Frieda Dulwell
Ivy Hegleston
Mr. Thompson
Alice Ma
Garet Shirey
Thissey
Werner Welt
Tthe Evening Courier
Repasa Auto Company
Maud
Grace Lewis
Odd Pellows
Mason City
Odd Fellows and
Rebekoad
Mason Gilg. Ag
Repass Auto Company
NO MORN ROBBERIES FEARED AFTER THREE TUESDAY NIGHT
Police reported no robberies during the night and will keep extra precautions in place. Following three robberies on Tuesday, authorities feared another attempt but none occurred. A stranger was seen trying to dispose of a diamond hog, but could not be located.
Cure for Facial Pimples Promoted by Cuticura Soap
A letter from Gunari Friberg dated November 14 describes a yearlong facial breakout of blackheads and red spots. After trying various remedies, the writer found relief using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment, purchasing three cakes and a box, with prompt improvement and disfiguration fading.
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Fredericy Wi
Pimpton
Blackheada
Orit
Klys Wood
Gunari Friberg
Things Theatrical Here At Home At The Waterloo
Waterloo theater showcases a busy slate with A Royal Slave on Saturday including matinee and evening, plus Safety First and Hello Girls driving crowds. Majestic offers two headliners Six Military Dancers and Empire Comedy Four, while Family stage features Dorothy Donnelly in Bealed Valley and Puza presents Hindgeop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Majestic
Majestic Theatre
Empire
Waterloo
Empire Comedy
the Majestic
Vaudevile
Joe Jenny
Gordon Eldridh
Edith Cifford
Joe Mack
Nickerson
Russell-Lamson
Death of Jack Tett Brings Family Gratitude
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness during the bereavement at the death of our son and brother Jack Tett. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Tett and family extend heartfelt appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Tett
Alfred Tett
Cedar Falls Girl Injured Riding Delivery Wagon
Cedar Walls Oct 21 Special May Wiltse fifteen years old on returning from school Tuesday rode a delivery wagon to her East Cedar Falls home. While standing she was thrown to the pavement and one foot became caught in the wheel, breaking her leg in three places. Her mother Mrs Charles Wiltse is seriously ill, making the accident more unfortunate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Walls
May Wiltse
East Cedar Falls
Charles Wiltse
Outing Flannel Gowns Hit Pretty and Practical
One of these new Outing Flannel Gowns is very inviting in white and light colored effects. Daintily trimmed in various styles, they appeal as prettiest and best values in Waterloo. Made of good grade Outing Wanner in large roomy styles to give satisfaction and pleasure to the wearer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Plaza Presents Osterman in Leading Role at Theater
A Plaza bill features Katherine Osterman in the principal part with an excruciatingly funny comedy Poor Sehmaitz starring Sam Bernard in his screen debut. Bernard, likened to Bowery interpreter Victor Moore, promises a major event for the venue.
Hog Market Slump Attributed to Supply Demand Balance
J W Rath president of Rath Packing Co explains the recent $1 per cwt drop in Chicago hog prices was expected by packers nationwide. He says supply and demand forces left old hogs marketed while pigs were not ready, creating artificial prices that could not hold. Slump followed a month of anticipation and will ease as supplies grow with market-ready hogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J. W. Rath
Rath Packing Company
Bankers Banquet Tonight in Hotel Ruswell Lamson Grill Room
Water loo bankers gather for a 6 30 banquet at Hotel Ruswell Lamson grill room. Representatives from local banks attend to discuss mutual interests and topics of concern. The Byen ng Courier and Reporter is a widely read local newspaper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Hotel Ruswell-Lamson
Moonshiner casper jailed for nine years in federal case
John J. Casper of Kansas City head of a moonshine conspiracy was sentenced to nine years and three days in Leavenworth and fined $23,000. Six co defendants received sentences from six months to two years. Over twenty alleged conspirators will face trial in January including Knox Booth of Nashville, former Tennessee revenue division superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Smith
Ark
John J. Casper
Kansas City
Leavenworth
Knox Booth
Nashville, Tenn
Tennessee Revenue Division
Five Buildings Burn in Grant City Fire
Five business buildings housing multiple firms were destroyed by a morning fire in Grant. Loss nears fifty thousand dollars with about thirty percent insured. The blaze included Farmers Savings Bank, forced to suspend business until currency could be secured from Atlantic banks to reopen after the vault cooled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant
Farmers Savings Bank
Atlantic
German advance reaches banks of Dvina River
Berlin reports that von Hindenburgs army has occupied the bank of the Dvina River northeast of Mitau from Borkowitz to Bersemuenbe as the costly battle for Riga continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dvina
Berlin
London
Riga
War Office
Wield Marshel von Hindenburg
Dvina River
Mitau
Borkowitz
Bersemuenbe
Comfortable Sweater Coats Now On Display At Your Store
A sweeping presentation announces new Sweater Coats in light, medium, and heavy weights in a full range of colors. The copy invites customers to see, try on, and judge comfort and style, promising varied styles and favorable prices to suit every shopper.
British nurse Edith Cavell executed as spy by Germans
London Ont 21 The case surrounding the execution of British nurse Edith Cavell by German authorities in Brussels draws growing interest. Anticipation builds for Brand Whitlock American minister to Belgium to publish his forthcoming report detailing efforts on Cavell’s behalf and the wider response to her death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Brussels
Edith Cavell
Brand Whitlock
Belgium
Gayell
Mail
Good Treatment for Oily Scalp
Hair and scalp oils trap dust and dandruff, clog pores, and hinder cleansing. Parisian Sage is pitched as an inexpensive remedy to drive out dandruff dissolve excess oil and stimulate healthy scalp action. Use once weekly wash and twice daily application at the scalp. Sold by Wangler Bros Co or drug counters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wanggler Bros. Co
Mother and son held for murder of Gire in Clermont-Ferrand
Paris reports police arrest Jean Christophie and his mother Madame Marguerits Christophie over the mysterious August death of Marie Christophie, a member of Clermont-Ferrand’s wealthy family. The case draws sensational attention due to the prominence of the family and extensive wartime coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gire
Paris
Marie Christophie
Clermont-Ferrand
Jean Christophie
Madame Marguerits Christophie
Dandruff Remedy Promises Pure Effect on Hair
An old advertisement touts a dandruff cure claiming four ounces of ordinary hallide or arrow root dissolved and applied nightly will dissolve and destroy dandruff. It promises relief from itching, oiling, and scalp digging, with healthier looking hair after a few applications and mentions liquid argon as the product sold at drug stores.
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Sedseran Assembly
Joste Cutting
Decotah Tacomes State
Pyramid Drug Company
Pyramid Bliz
Marshall, Mich
Elks Home
Wim Adjoin Richards
iHome
Ord
Rebers Assembly
Turnas Repass Company
Cuticura
Dept
T. Bowton
Geo. H. Bubb
the Waterloo
Clarence Bennatt
Harry Hart Amusement Company
Waterloo Theatre
Phil Doyin
Helen P. Delany
Bob Condon
Ruth Phillips
Jordan
Anne Marcon
Litford
Simon
Ban Bergman
Tom Grady
Torothy Donnelly
Bealed Valley
Misa Donnelly
Lou Tellegen
Puaza
Paul Armetrong
Tha
Scroomgre
Falan-Rollman
Fourth and Water Streets
New York
PRION
Grant Burn
Sage
Qeuyer
Irene
Dandruff
Evening Courier
Page Tve
Tex
Smage
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