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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1911
Page
5
A prisoner named John, jailed for a theft with dubious sanity, tricked his wife into believing he would escape. She devised a rooftop rope and ladder plan, pulling him to freedom through a chimney. Neighbors and authorities were outwitted, John fled with his wife, and his sanity returned.
The article explains railroad special agents track missing baggage and stolen or damaged cars by tracing consignments from last known points through intermediate stations. They alert local police to recover property, notify railroad officials of recoveries, and coordinate with law enforcement to catch thieves.
A juvenile court judge questions a mother about sending her child to a dangerous coal area. The mother defends herself claiming she never sends him, yet admits she whips the boy for duties he brings home. The exchange exposes harsh discipline and legal concerns.
A preacher reflects on Mathews response to Jesus call in the gospel narrative. He contrasts publican wealth with spiritual awakening and urges readers to invite Christ into their homes and lives, noting how vision sees worth beyond outward sin. The message links Matthew, Whitefield, Moody, and Gypsy Smith as examples of transformed lives. TRY A COURIER WAIT AD.
The article explains that a head bump forms from a blow when the scalp remains intact. Blood serum leaks into the surrounding connective tissue, creating a tender lump that follows the line of least resistance, with similar bumps possible on the skin where bone is also covered by skin and tissue.
The first iron bridge, still in use, crosses a river on the Shrewsbury to Worcester line in Balop county England. Erected in 1778 it measures ninety six feet long and used 878 tons of iron. Ste phenson praised the feat noting iron casting was then in its infancy and only audacity could achieve it.
Socotra, a fertile, mountainous island in the Indian Ocean, was renowned in ancient times for frankincense myrrh aloes dragon's blood and spices. Today Sumatra and South America supply much of dragon's blood reducing its prominence.
A terse Courier want ad lures readers with a sly tease about marriage news and a sharp quip attributed to Houwe ton Post. The line contrasts boastful riches with prudent use, referencing Protarch and hinting at a curious personal angle.
Police suspect a local man known to authorities as the thief who stole $880 from John Greene’s grip case. Chief Dinneen confirms the thief’s identity is known and arrest is expected. Special Agent Morewetser assists as Greene, using alias F. K. Noyes, laments the loss of his savings. Footprints near the grip and the large amount found raise suspicion the thief knew the contents. A thorough hunt continues to recover the money and bring the culprit to justice.
The Zeppelin balloon Schwaben with six passengers arrived over Berlin at 11:45 am completing an 850 mile journey from Baden Baden. It circled Berlin and landed at Potsdam after a stop in Gotha and a final stage heading toward Berlin with a route over Leipzig.
Rodenes Diegle former sergeant at arms of the Ohio state senate was sentenced to three years in the penitentiary for aiding in the bribery case involving State Senator L R Andrews. The sentence was suspended until Sept 18 1912 to allow appeal to the circuit court. He was released. J O Berggren of Waterloo Machinist in I C shops drew public lands in Fort Berthold ND with number 140.
Sheriff Shores reports Robert Ferguson 11 questioned in missing horse and buggy case tied to Mrs. Bessie Johnson. Boy found in Vinton with Brandon relatives hungry but safe. Horse later located outside fair grounds. investigation continues. Also a license to wed issued for William N. Yockey and Bertha Downs.
The Crystal Ice and Fuel Company opens a new building at 129 Mullan Avenue East. A white concrete structure with 11.5 foot ceilings, private offices, wagonmen rooms, and a top scale for 16 420 pounds showcases the firm’s service and goods. Salva Coke, Silver Creek Coal, and Dixie Gem coal underline the enterprise praised by owners Simpson and Miller.
Game Warden found seven meadowlarks in the possession of George Landon and S. L. Bishop after they were arrested near Oneida for violating state game laws. They were fined 70 dollars plus costs after a hearing before Justice Geo. S. Lister. A separate note mentions an Olive Camp Modern Woodmen picnic at the fair grounds on Sept 12 with Hon. E. Perkins as speaker.
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