Sugar Control Debate Highlights Sugar Shortage Causes
A Davenport interview features M E Fiyan a former Central Association baseball figure now with the state food commission saying sugar is under U S control until 1919 and prices are regulated. A Des Moines chain linked to sugar cornering faces scrutiny amid a canning season shortage and supply disruptions from global strikes and Pacific imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Fiyan
Central Association
Flynn
Davenport
United States Food Administration
Conte
Sugar Equilization Board
George A. Zabriskie
Philippines
Hawaii
Oatsharper
Des Moines
Rites
Andgo
Chicago
Legion Membership Drive Aids Waterloo Post
A quick Waterloo post meeting of American Legion members at Memorial hall aims to start a campaign for increased membership. Commander Harry M. Reed sends five membership cards with letters urging each member to recruit comrades into the organization.
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Legion
Isenders of
Waterloo
American Legion
Tra Ys. m. Sent
Memorial Hall
Harry M. Reed
Jost
Open Night School for Ex-Soldiers Demand Study
The war ramp community service plans a survey of ex servicemen to gauge interest in night classes. J S Slovdy will mail letters and questionnaires next week to determine subjects and potential demand. If needed, classes may start in public school buildings with state university and college extension partners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. &. Slovdy
Cretary
The
State University
Agricultural College
State Teachers' S Allege
Saugus teen captures shark with handkerchief in river
Nis Wandkerchire reports a 19 year old John Hobbs of Saugus bound a moackerel shark with a handkerchief at its tail and dragged it ashore after the fish stranded near Riverside cemetery when the tide turned. Hobbs’ sister heard splashing as she returned from the grocery, prompting investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saugus
Mass
John Hobbs
Hobbs
Riverside Cemetery
Coal Shortage Warns Waterloo Rail Coal Warily
Waterloo faces a grave coal shortage as T J Cleary commercial agent of the Chicago Great Western Railway warns the supply will last only four to five days under current conditions. Railroads meet to assess stock on Sept 1 and projected needs to March amid shortages and delays from strikes and reduced mine output.
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Waterloo
T. J. Cleary
Chicago
Great Western Railroad
B. “Rishton
Chergo
Unite d
Cleary
Nnch
Nordal
Victory buttons to be distributed at Independence fair
Victory buttons will be given to Independence and surrounding towns veterans of the world war during the Independence fair and homecoming Sept 18, 19 and 20. A. Tr. Hanson, asst local recruiter, will oversee the army recruiting party at the fair. Buttons require proper presentation to obtain them. George A. Fluetmer of Wisconsin and Donald H. Serimg er of Charles City enlisted at the army recruiting station today. Try Phelps Glasses for head ache.
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Independence
Soret
L. H. Smig
A. Tr. Hanson
George A. Fluetmer
Wisconsin
Donald H. Serimnger
Charles City
Trial of Peter J. Rock Adjourned to Monday
Trial of Peter J Rock before Justice Huntley in Red Ball court adjourned to Monday at 9 am. The state, led by G P Linnville, contends officers assault on Ifony W Ferrell. Jury of six peers hears testimony. defense by Burr A Brown and Frank E Farwell. Court ruled Linnville could represent the state in justice court. Four witnesses testified. previous municipal court findings echoed.
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Pewr Rock
Waterloo
Tery
Ifonvy W. Rrell
State Department of Justice
Wis
Huntley
Red Balle
L. &. Alexander
George Jepsen
Justice Court
Attorney General's
Attorne
Linnville
Terrell
Waterton
Om- Eer
Peter Rock
Enrollment Figures Highlight Cedar Falls Schools
The Cedar Falls city schools end week one enrollment totals: High school 247 Lincoln 364 Jefferson 104 Miner 74 vocational 159 Humbert 22 for a grand total of 862. Community notices include a Church of Christ County Convention at Cedar Falls Christian church starting 2 pm with Rev. G D Serrill and Rev. Comstock among speakers. A tax payer challenged Liberty Bonds as payment for last half taxes, Madigan declined bonds as not county policy and advised selling bond for cash. Social notes report anniversary and property transfers in Cedar Falls with several moves and visits to residents. Also St Luke's parish to suspend services due to asthma.
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Cedar Falls
Lincoln
Jefferson
Miner
Vocational
Humbert
Total
Church of Christ
Christain
G. D. Serrill
Waterloo
Mr. Comstock
Andrew D. Scott
Tay Ed Madigan
Depu
William
Bugke
Olive Street
W. H. Speer
Clay Streets
B. P. Hansen
Bancroft
Teger Rasmussen
16Th and
Main
W. J. Speer
Walter Piper
Henry White
New Adbion
W. F. Wyant
Arapahoe
Colo
John Simpson
Herbert C. Boissier
Clay Street
St. Luke's Parish
Grocers Meeting Adjoins as Speaker Fails to Arrive
Waterloo retail grocers gathered at the Commercial club last night to hear J. J. Ryan secretary of the National Association of Retail Grocers. The meeting was adjourned with Ryan absent and it was unclear if he will speak at a later date.
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Waterloo Retail Grocers
Commercial Club
J. J. Ryan
National Association of Retail Grocers
Ryan
Strikers March Through Streets to Iowa Factories
Striking workers parade through town to greet workers returning to duty at the Iowa Dairy and Waterloo Gasoline Engine company plants. Led by four women machinists they march at 11 am, delivering a defiant cry while a reception honors the returnees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Dairy
Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company
Poll tax receipts exceed thirty five thousand in city
The city clerk reports over 35 000 poll tax receipts issued to males aged 21 to 45. More than 2 090 receipts have been processed, with many expected to兑换 in for 2 dollar checks and cash before month end. On October 1 delinquents will be certified to the county treasurer. rates rise to 4 dollars. Former service members are exempt for years of service but no permanent exemption exists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Johnson
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Ment
Mickie
Evan
Nis Wandkerchire
Wichroad
Phelps
Peter J. Rock
George Te Twaddle
Waterloo Evening Courier
Otive
Wearset
Ounty
Mens Fashion Shop
Sycamore
Union Motor Car Company
West Fifth St
Waterloo, Iowa
Bake Rite Bakery
Federal
Post Office
Daavl Davis Rei Te
Paul Davis Dry Goods Co
Apex
Towa
Nant
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