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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1924

Page

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Coolidge Leads in Couriers Poll With 1,205 Count

The Couriers poll shows Coolidge at 1,205 total votes in Black Hawk County, with La Follette at 328 and Davis at 187. County breakdown lists Coolidge leading across multiple towns, while La Follette gains from both major parties and Davis remains steady, signaling possible November shifts.

Coolidge Assea Smuirk Loth Bis Black Hawk County Black Hawk Cooalidge la Follette Davis Harding Cox Courier la Folletta la Foliette Wilson Brockhart Herring Kendall Black Hawk Cane Democratic Roosevelt Progressive Bremer Butler Buchanan Chickasaw Mitchell Grindy Hardin Benton Fayette Tama Park Washington Cedar Dubuque Floyd Buena Vista Dickinson Town Worth Ton Hamilton Howard Jefferson Linn Mahaska Muscatine Story Republican Memiocratic Vprohi

Aged Man Cast Vote At Courier Offices

An elderly man visited the Courier offices in person to cast ballots for himself his family two neighbors and two others urged to follow. The page features the ballot and invites free expression of sentiment showing Iowa’s stance in the campaign.

Himeely Iowa

Planes Return Home after Around-the-World Flight Stop

Thousands line harbor as three planes land and a globe circling crew receives a Maine welcome. The Boston and New Orleans crews join local hosts for a homecoming dinner after a coast-to-coast flight pause near American Point.

Boston Maine Lo'eslock Mons Sorith Surtier Nelson C. Whake Belmont Mass Chase Globe tNers Liaut Re Ho Nelson New Orleans Legh Wade Jetn Turner Siinuet NM. Forsyth Ieot. Smith New Meadows Tay

Shanghai Defenders Repulse Attacks on Two Fronts

Shanghai residents faced renewed anxiety as Chinese forces under Gen. Ch Shieh-Yuan and lube Kiaungsu prepared for new assaults on Woosung and areas east toward Shanghai. Artillery fire continued with few decisive blows while reinforcements moved toward Ui field. Wounded soldiers were evacuated to Shanghai hospitals as Chinese Red Cross units withdrew.

Shanghai Ch Shieh-Yuan Lube Kiaungsu Liuho Woosung Shanghuai Chi Mwang- Ton Lungwha Lu Yung- Hsiang Sunkiang-Hangchow Lu Yung-Shiang Bate Chinese Red Cross

Australia to Face Yankees in Tennis Exhibition

Australia’s Davis Cup bid gains momentum as Paterson defeats Jean Vordwra of France on the Longwood Celtic courts. The Australian team earns a series edge with three matches won, strengthening the challenge for the French squad.

Brookline Mass Australis Gecurt Patterson Jean Vordwra Longwood

Feuling Attacks Wallace Over Farm Policy Slump Claim

Feuling charges Henry C. Wallace with promoting farm price declines by urging farmers to burn corn and let land grow up in weeds. He blames Republican policies from 1916 to 1920 for high prices and deflation, argues courts protect minority rights, and urges maintaining constitutional liberty while aiding Europe and restoring peace.

United Press Des Mathey B. I. Peuting New Hampton Henry C. Wallace Wallace Orer Washington, D. C Key Wilson Congress Lieg Coolidge

Court Power Safeguards Freedom Warns President Coolidge

President Coolidge argues the courts are the bulwark of liberty and warns that transferring judicial power to Congress or the executive would threaten minority rights and could lead to imperial rule. He stresses written constitutional protection and the danger of a dominant legislature overruling fundamental freedoms.

Congress Supreme Court United States Supreme Court of the United States House House of Representatives Spree Court

Zwingle Bank Closes. Cashier Vanishes in Cascade Ia

Cascade Ia Sept 6 The Zwingle Ia Savings bank is closed and under state banking department control. Cashier Walter Stauffer is missing after leaving a note to his brother and a small, undisclosed shortage is suspected. The bank may reopen. Recruitment meal bids sought for U S Army officers and applicants in Watertown with lodging price bids requested. Charles Hall, 22, enlisted in field artillery under Sgt Greenup and will be sent to Tacoma Washington.

Cascade Zwingle State Banking Department Walter Stauffer Stauffer Zwingla U. S. Army Waterdoo L. ©. Greenup Charles Hall Field Artillery Sergt. Greenup Tacoma

Spanish War Vets to Encampment at Michigan City Ind

Spanish war veterans their wives and Helen Gould auxiliary plan to attend the national encampment in Michigan City Indiana starting Monday. Wigrams Smith commander John Boeller past dept commander Mia W McAllister president of Helen Gould camp and state dept head lead a delegation of twenty plus. Des Moines drum corps and unformed women drill team will represent the lone department with a 60 seat chartered car. Cottages along the lake will house veterans. boat trips and a large fish dinner are on the program. Railroads offer half fare to the encampment city with expected large attendance.

Helen Gould Auxiliary Michiigan City Ind Wijami Smith John Boeller Mia Wile W. McAllister Helen Gould Camp State Department Des Moines Waterloo

Parishioners Welcome Rev W O Chisholm at United Church

Parishioners and friends filled the auditorium last evening to greet the new pastor Rev W O Chisholm and his family at United Presbyterian Church. The event featured readings by several members, a piano prelude by Miss Thelma Amos, and floral decorations. The Waterloo ministerial association was represented by Rev A P Slough, with Rev Mr Catsholm giving the response. Refreshments followed in the lecture room.

W. O. Chisholm United Presbyterian Church Thelma Amos George Green J. A. Carpenter Fidella Amos Olga Buxton Nelle Packard

Brewers Fall as Willoughby and Schult Missed Lineup

Brewers were defeated by St Paul 2 to 1 with Claude Willoughby and Fred Schult out of Milwaukee's lineup. Sherwood Magee, former major leaguer, started in left field and homered with one on in the eighth. Willoughby expected to debut soon, Schult due back next game. The Milwaukee Journal praised Willoughby and McCracken while noting McCracken remains in Waterloo over a dispute and not due back until spring. Others like O Shea and Parente have not yet broken into Anneapolis’ lineup. Reuben Maimgren returned from a barnstorming trip with the Hawks. Arthur Jones reportedly joined Dixon’s remnants to pitch at Newell, Ta.

Claude Willoughby Fred Schult Milwaukee Brewers St. Paul Sherwood Magee Willoughby Schult Milwaukee Journal Ovin McCracken McCracken Waterloo Johnny O'Shea Rock Island Frank Parente Anneapolis Joe Kineman Miers Reuben Maimgren Hawks Arthur Jones Dixon Dode Perdirtz Newell, Ta

Burlington Council Bans Masks for Klan Parade

Burlington La September city council votes three to two against masks for a Ku Klux Klan parade planned for October 4. Mayor Thomas J. Smith, Public Safety Supt. George Little, and Parks Director Henry I. Cook supported banning masks to preserve peace and order.

Burlingon Ku Klux Klan Burlington Thomas J. Smith George Little Department of Public Safety Henry I. Cook Department of Parks

Brooklyn Wins Fifteenth Straight in Pitcher’s Battle

In Boston on September 6 Brooklyn defeated Boston 1 to 0 behind Tom Griffiths triple in the seventh with Stock on first base. Doak and Cooney pitched in a low scoring duel as Brooklyn earned its fifteenth straight victory. Brooklyn collected four hits to Boston’s two and both teams had one error. The Giants fell to the Phillies after 10 innings in the first game of a doubleheader. Brooklyn moved into first place briefly.

Boston Mass Tommy Griffith Witch Stock Doak Cooney Brooklyn New York Giants Phillies

Ramsay to Speak at Pilot Knob State Park Dedication

Des Moines reports Secretary of State W C Ramsay was chosen as the principal speaker for the Pilot Knob State park dedication near Forest City on September 11. He will accept the park in the state s name in Gov Kendall s absence.

Ramsay Des Moines W. C. Ramsay Pilot Knob Forest City Kendall Wnp

War halts Zanni plan after Chinese battles end

Tokio reports the globe circling Right of Major Pedro Zanni Argentine aviator may be balanced until battles between Chinese armies end.

Zanni Tokio Pedro Zanni

Prince of Wales Adapts to American Ways in New York Stay

The Prince of Wales arrived at the James A. Burden estate in Syosset and joined a night of dancing at Rodman Wanamaker II’s home. He showed American customs, chewing gum like locals, riding American cars, and enjoying polo practice with umbrellas common among English visitors.

Prince of Wales Prince Wil Rogers Oklahoma Hollywood West Forty-second Street Kansas Wales H. RB. HL America Ware Meadowbrook Lord Wimbourne Grace Field H.R. VI Clarence H. Mackay Harbor Hill Roslyn S. 1 Mackay United Press Syosset

Dirt Roads Largely Unharmed by Rain in Des Moines

Des Moines reports indicate dirt roads were not seriously damaged by last night's and today’s rainfall. Gravel roads remained unaffected, according to the Des Moines Automobile Club road conditions bulletin.

Des Moines Des Moines Automobile Club

Waterloo area in brief notes on residents and travels

R C Jameson, former Waterloo resident now in Kansas City, visits. George Alprecht Frank Worcester and Donald McDonald fishing at Mule Lake Minnesota. Arthur Moore of Fleischmann Yeast conferences in Des Moines. Mrs Viva Baker visits Deephaven Beach Minnesota. Clara Alcora Norby files nurse certificate. Waterloo Gideons meet Sept 6. Iris Baum seeks divorce and regains maiden name Iris Gage. Various locals travel for work and leisure as Burr heads to Ann Arbor and Leighton studies traffic. hunting licenses surge. dog bite reported. many residents hosting guests and touring Midwest towns.

George Alprecht Frank Worcester Donald McDonald Mule Lake Minn Arthur Moore Fleischmann den Maines Frank Nass Chicago Clara Seligar Fourth Street Viva Baker Commer+cial street Harry Deep Haven Beach Naked Minnetonka Clara Alcora Norby County Recorder Phe Presbyterian Hospital Watterloo Mary Edgerton Madeline Island Guenn Edgerton G. Brown Ilinois Central Railroad Minneapolis Duluth Minnesota Iie Mercy Hospital Waverly Keith Maz R. Eck Fowler Street F. W. Esher

Mortuary notice for Marcella Henry Cook dies in Waterloo

Mrs Marcella Henry Cook wife of Bari J Cook died at 3 30 am of tuberculosis after 21 months illness She was born April 28 1904 in Dyersville Ia and moved to Waterloo five years ago She married Nov 4 1922 and was a St Marys Church member Survived by her father Anton Henry and several siblings Funeral from Petersen Bros mortuary Monday at 9 36 am to Catholic church in Dyersville with burial at St Francis Cemetery

Marcella Henry Cook Bari J. Cook William M. Cook Twelfth Street West St. Mary's Church Anton Henry Kathryn Anstoetter Frank’ S Rosla Rozetta Henry Waterloo Earl Leonard Helen Berthal William Joseph Dyersville Petersen Bros St Francis Cemetery

Davis Denounces La Follette Policy At Dubuque Stop

Democratic nominee John W. Davis criticized Senator Robert M. La Follette’s veto power idea for Congress and the Supreme Court during a stop in Dubuque Iowa on his rapid western tour. Davis urged safeguarding fundamental rights and stated the issue is not political.

Davis Omaha Neb Dubuque Lowa West John W. Davis Robert M. la Follette Congress Supreme Court Iis

Pythians Plan Monday Meeting to Elect District Delegates

Knights of Pythias prepare to elect district delegates at a Monday session in KP hall following summer vacation. Roger Muller announces a resumption of activities with plans ready for membership approval. Delegates will be chosen for district meetings at Shel Rock and Vinton under a new supreme council rule. A light supper will be served by Cerda and committee.

Knights of Pythias Roger Muller K.P. Hall Muller Shel Rock Vinton Supreme Council Cerda Comittee

Thief Breaks Into Marcus Pressing Shop at Fourth Street

A thief broke into Marcus Pressing, 1117 Fourth Street East, last night and stole four suits including a valuable dress suit, two top coats and two pairs of trousers. The entry was gained through the rear door and the thief targeted large size clothing with no clue left behind.

Marcus Pressing Fourth Street East

La Follette Committee Calls Meeting in County

The La Follette central committee issues a call to progressive voters and supporters to meet at Carpenters' Hall at 7 p.m. on September 12 to form a preliminary county organization for the campaign in Black Hawk county. Professionals, business leaders, farm groups, lodges, railway workers, and unions are urged to send representatives. Signed by M. J. McCaffrey, chairman.

la Follette Central Committee Robert la Follette Carpenters' Hall la Follette Black Hawk County M. J. McCaffrey

Burns Fatal to Brother Local Man Anton Peters

Anton Peters a 40 year old farmer died four days after severe burns from a gasoline engine accident on a neighbor’s threshing crew. He crawled under the engine to repair it when gasoline overflowed and ignited. Burial held in Ogden after his death on August 30.

G. R. Hostetler Commercial Street Ogden Anton Peters Peters Tie

Walther rally draws 400 to 500 delegates at Dairy Congress Grounds

The Walther leagues state rally is expected to bring 400 to 500 delegates to Dairy Cattle Congress Grounds on Sunday September 14. Divine services will be held in the automobile exhibit hall at 11 a m by Rev O Durr Fredricksburg. Rev J Kallsen Ochevedan Ia will speak in the afternoon. Immanuel Lutheran church's league plans to entertain visitors at all three meals on the grounds. GARAGEMAN ENDS LIFE Denison Ia September 6 Tarry Morgan garage owner at Arion Ta found dead with a shotgun nearby

Walther Dairy Cattle Congress Grounds O. Durr Fredericksburg J. Kallsen Ochevedan Immanuel Lutheran Church Denison Tarry Morgan Arion

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