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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1923

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Nine destroyers wrecked as reef wreck spurs port return

United Press reports nine destroyers ran aground at Point Arguello and Point Honda after bad luck on foggy seas. Farragut Sommers and others limped into San Diego with hull damage and missing crew. Texas and Steel Seafarer collide near Santa Barbara as searches continue for bodies.

United Press San Diego Cal Point Arguello Farragut Parragut Sommers Eller Young Vort Associated Press Santa Barbara Point Honda U.S Texas Steel Seafarer San Francisco U. S. S. Melville Szuzr- Sivars J. S. Rogers Otcers Chauncer Point Dennett Wilk Cuba Pacific Mail

State Briefs From Oskaloosa to Creston

Apoplexy killed Cornelius McCutcheon 73 a Mahaska county pioneer found dead in a stable at his New Sharon home. A body partly identified as James Wilson found on tracks after being struck by an Illinois Central freight train in Fonda. Keokuk wife and children safe in Japan after earthquake news. Atlantic Northern railroad profits rise 36000, three thousand more than last year, owned by farmers. Creston life sentence for Marvey Toland ignored for statutory offense against a 15 year old girl.

Oskaloosa Cornelius McCutcheon Mahaska County New Sharon Fonda James Wilson Keokuk Katherine Elder H. F. Dimelow Japan Elder Atlantic Atlantic Northern Railroad Creston Marvey Toland Indie Jemor

Army flier sets new speed record at 244.15 mph

Mineola Sept 13. Lieut Harold J. Brow US SN established a new world speed record of 244.15 miles per hour in a V bay Curtiss rover over a one kilometer four seat course at Mitchel Field. The average came from four runs two each way and one run with the wind reached 255 mph. Tests started from level flight without a height drop.

Mineola Harold J. Brow US SN Mitchel Field

Local Tax Reform Faces GOP Battle in 1924 Campaign

The piece argues Republicans must curb farm tax relief to win next year and shift levies from farms to general state taxation. It notes Washington taxes farmers little and calls for local and state governments to bear the burden, with broader economic implications.

Republican Party Lia Probelem Washington New York Lrihune

Spain Lit by Military Rebellion in Madrid

King Alfonso returned to Madrid amid a customs of troops and precautionary measures as rebels claim to seize communications and urge dismissal of ministers. The cabinet remains in permanent session and loyal army support is asserted while reports vary on foreign minister Alba’s fate. The council of ministers reconvened and cut press communications.

Madrid Alfonso Sebastian Santiago Alba France Council of Ministers

Mason City Violinist Rachel Senior Shines With Sousa Band

A Mason City girl, Rachel Senior, scored a successful premier as violin soloist with Sousa's band. telegram from Robert A. Ross says she deserved applause and earned a cordial Band welcome. The Sousa band performed at Willow Grove, Pa.

Mason City Rachel Senior Sousa Robert A. Ross Rig‘lin Sonia Wire Willowgrove Philadelphia

Cedar Rapids Man Found Dead in Cedar River

The body of William Allard, 38, was recovered from the Cedar River after he had been missing since Saturday. Authorities believe he ended his life due to illness and sorrow. Sister Mrs. Emily Scott of San Antonio is the next of kin.

Cedar Rapids Seni Wiliam Allard Cedar River Emily Scott San Antonio Vox

Bubonic Plague Reported at Melilla Base

In Melilla Spain a bubonic plague outbreak is reported among soldiers at the Moorish frontier base. Several casualties are listed as precautionary measures are taken.

Melilla San Seistian Spain Morocco

Seymour Insanity Claim Arises in Will Contests

Dr I J Seymour's sudden resignation as president and marriage at 79, plus a marked will, are at issue in a Missouri case. Witness Dr R A Stewart, head of Independence state hospital, testifies that Seymour showed senile dementia and delusions about Olga and a California suit. The case centers on whether the doctor was of sound mind when he left $400,000 to his wife, with adopted son John Stevenson Seymour challenging the will.

Fort Shodge I. J. Seymour R. A. Stewart State Insane Hospital Independence Seymour John Stevenson Seymour Stewart Fets Olga California Minnesota Seymaur J. J. Danshoe Chourokee

Mayor Hylan Stricken With Pleuro Pneumonia

Saratoga Springs N Y Sept 13 Mayor John Hylan of New York City is very ill with pleuro pneumonia. He has worsened in the last 24 hours with pleural pneumonia of the right lung and possible pneumonia developing. His physicians report left lung trouble slight and not advancing in the past 12 hours. An x ray is to be taken this afternoon.

Saratoga Springs N. Y John Hylan New York City

Nashua Woolen Mills Fire Repairs Move Ahead

Nashua Iowa Sept 13 Buildings of Nassus Woolen Mills damaged by fire last Saturday will be ready for occupancy within 10 days. Contractors who mobilized 75 workers say repairs proceed rapidly. Bowen & Sons received many offers from other cities but plan to stay. News traveled fast when Mrs W L Tupper Orrin IA daughter of Mr Bowen phoned him with blaze details within six hours.

Nashua Nassus Woolen Mills Bowen & Sons W. L. Tupper Orrin Atr. Bowen Davenport

Woman and Girl Arrested in Des Moines Dope Raid

Des Moines police sought to identify a 14 year old high school girl and a well dressed woman believed to be her mother after a raid on an alleged dope den. Two men and a Black woman were also seized. The youths gave fictitious names and offered no reason for their presence.

Des Moines

Madden Seeks Quiet Rest From Strenuous House Pace

In Washington on September 13 physicians voted that Representative Martin Madden of Illinois, chair of the House Appropriations Committee, should take a long rest after suffering a heart attack. Investigators note he likely cannot resume his grueling pace and duties.

Washington D. C Martin Madden Illinois House Appropriations Commiitee Madden House

Rob Boy Messenger of $50,000 in Gems

A 1 year old messenger boy was attacked by two bandits at 230 o'clock today near the Hall of the Trayand jewelry repair store on Arena Street. They seized 50,000 in diamonds from a vault in the New Loan Society, where they were kept overnight.

Philadelphia Trayand Jewelry Repair Arena Street New Loan Society

Legion Plans Care of Dependents of World War Vets

Indianapolis Sept 13 The American Legion war orphanana committee will present major reports to the national convention in San Francisco on care of dependent children of world war veterans. The program aims to align aid with the needs of disabled veterans and will meet weekly to compile data.

Legion Indianapolis Incl National Convention of the American Legion San Francisco Legion War Orphana Committee

Would Close Des Moines Elks Club

Des Moines Chief of Police Hammond sought a liquor nuisance injunction against Des Moines lodge No. 9 BPO Elks and eight officers after raid findings. An Aug 7 answer by the Elks Improvement Company was filed, nullifying yesterday’s court action and delaying further court orders.

Associated Miéssi Des Moines Polleas John Tammond Clu Wks Improvement Company Hammond Club Elks Improvement Company Elka Club Ebks Club Eammond Lester ‘Thompson Polk County Des Moines Lodge Thompson Krs Chjef Lew Elk Club

Police Raid Yields Alcohol at Bluff Street

Police with search warrants seized five one-gallon cans of liquor from a room at 715 Bluff Street. William Hohenbeck, occupant, was arrested on illegal possession charges and released on a $300 bond. The liquor was found in a large grip similar to a prior seizure at Robert Coln's place. Hohenbeck denies the charge and has lawyers engaged for the hearing, date not yet set.

Bluff Street William Hohenbeck Robert Coln Hollenbeck

Ferris Named Half Time Assistant to Two Principals

Mrs I L Ferris was appointed half time assistant to the principals of Lowell and Washington Irving schools by the West School Board last evening. Tuition for rural pupils entering the grade school was fixed at $1 per week. Plans discussed for forming a high school band to perform at school events and football games.

I. L. Ferris Lowell Washington, Irving West School Board

Floodgates of Dam Raised Last Night

The three heavy automatic gates at the new dam were raised last night and the river returned to its oldtime look. Water flowed over the concrete portion and sparkled in the morning sun while the higher water level hid rocks and vegetation.

Assum Con ‘Crete

Enrollments at Teachers College Reach Record High

Cedar Falls Sept. 15 Special reports more than 2,500 students registered for the fall term at Teachers College with 300 men among them, the largest male percentage in the school's history. A waiting list existed for afternoon sessions as committees ceased work at noon.

Cedar Fails Teachers College

Mussolini Reduces Dramshops in Italy

Rome reports Premier Ausgalini will amend liquor law reducing the number of drink shops per population from one per 500 to one per 1000 and shortening hours of operation. Also note: Dr. Govshall returns from a five day eastern tour with Mrs. Gotshall.

Rome Daiga Alcoholisma Ausgalini Govshall Burton Gotshall Eastern Lawa

Funds lag in Waterloo Red Cross Japan relief drive

The Waterloo chapter of the American Red Cross reports slow contributions to the Japanese relief fund. By noon the total neared 1906 dollars with hopes to reach 2500 by Monday. Salvation Army partners will canvass streets Saturday seeking the predicted 2506 dollar relief quota under Brigadier William Andress.

Roelfer Waterloo American Red Cross H. &. Cropper Thernia Salvation Army Fund Salvation Army Japan Samson James Dion William Andress Des Moines Iawa Nebraska

Italio Jugoslav War Tensions Rise Over Fiume Ultimatum

Sept 13 reports from Tunis and London note Italy pressing for acceptance of a settlement on Fiume and a potential Italio Jugoslav war within 72 hours. Belgrade's reply reached Rome as Europe fears a general conflict. Britain wary of direct involvement.

United Press London Europe Belgrade Mussolini Italy Fiume Rome Great Britain Likelin

Noble and Duke Funeral Notices in Local Obituary Column

Charles E Noble aged 56 blacksmith died at his son Johns home after a three week illness. He was born June 30 1867 in Fayette and lived in Waterloo 24 years surviving son and daughter and several relatives. Funeral Saturday 2 pm from Johns home conducted by Rev Henry Mueller burial in Pairview. A Duke longtime Reinbeck resident died in Los Angeles after retirement and pension after 45 years service as Rock Island foreman. Burial planned in California with widow and four children and siblings named.

Charles E. Noble John G. Noble Decedent Fayette Waterloo Theodoria McGee George Noble Davenport Hattie Shiers Los Angeles Florence Keegan Elk River Minn Ella Wileet Arlington Henry Mueller First Lutheran Church Pairview A. Duke S. A. Duke Reinbeck Cal Lamar, Sinnard California Mrsuke Rock Island Miller Leonari Eugene R. A. Eltis Minneapolis W.H. Brett Santa Ana J. Duke Wateroo

Mrs Adeline Alien Hosts Roan Robin Club Meeting

Mrs Adeline Alien hosted 24 Roan Robin club members at her home 111 Independence Avenue for the usual program last evening.

Enathatpains Adeline Alien Roan Robin Club Independence Avenue

City in Brief Notes and Social Happenings

A busy page of society items lists visits by Mr and Mrs Fred Kezar of Kezar’s cafeteria to their daughter in New Hampton, and others including Jack Levingston named literary editor of the Spec tatory west high school publication. Alfred Parrott and William Ford have returned to Shattuck Military School Pari boul Minn, John Berne visits Alhambra Calif, and Mrs Goff and daughter Betty host friends in Rochester. Also noted are Miss Asuba Latham and Miss Mae Francis visiting in Des Moines, with dances at Moose Hall and a WattLe supper at Memorialian hosted by Daughters of Veterans.

Fred Kezar Ke Jzar New Hampton Jack Levingston Spectatory West John Berne Alhambra Cal Jook Waterloo Independence Erne W. EF. Goff Betty Rochester FP. M. Goff M. N. Loomis Ralph Francis Asuba J. Latham Columbia University Mae Francis Iowa Wo AV. Beal Moose Hall

Prenuptial vow to live with in laws declared invalid

Judge George H. Cahanass ruled in San Francisco that a prenuptial agreement to reside at the wife's or husband's parents home cannot justify a marriage living arrangement. In the Rossi case Louise Rossi was granted a divorce from Adolph Rossi on desertion grounds after leaving the home three years later.

San Francisco Cal George H. Cahanass Louise Rossi Adolph J. Rossi Rossi

Son of Iowa Victim Seeks Extradition of Wholesale Groom

Des Moines reports extradition of Harry R. Roshon sought on bigamy charges. Roshon, in Los Angeles custody, allegedly married Mae Roush in October 1922 and disappeared after swindling her with property funds. Vernon Roush filed the warrant. authorities await word on return for trial.

Des Moines Harry R. Roshon Los Angeles Findley Roshon Mae Roush

Congressman Cole Attacks Smith Charges in Iowa

Congressman Cyrenus Cole denounces Senator Smith Brookhart’s claims that former Secretary of Agriculture Meredith plotted to harm U.S. farming. He calls the charges frivolous and urges proof, adding a harsh hypothetical punishment for Meredith if proven. He links the movement to Federal Reserve rate hikes and bank loan withdrawals.

Cedar Rapids Smith Brookhurt Meredith Cyrenus Cole Toay Brookhart Federal Reserve Tates Cole

Omaha Police Seek Chicago Woman Grace Wiscons

Omaha police were asked by Chicago authorities to monitor trains for Grace Wiscons who left a note to her husband Joseph saying she would go away to support herself. Described as five feet ten inches, 180 pounds, with a brown cherry trimmed hat, white dress, dark blue coat, brown hair and eyes.

Chicago Grace Wiscons Joseph Omaha Wilsons

Think Mexican Town Escaped Tidal Wave

Terrific storms and a small tidal wave from the Pacific caused damage in Lower California last weekend. Reports say the fishing village of Jose De Cabo, with 560 residents, may have been wiped out, though officials have no official word yet.

Mexicali Lower Cal Pacific Lower California Jose de Cabo

Bank of Portugal Hikes Discount Rate to Nine Percent

In Leshon September 123 the Bank of Portugal raised its discount rate to 9 percent. Commercial and industrial associations urge government action to improve the financial situation.

Leshon Bank of Portugal

Potato squad latest on Berlin police force

Berlin reports a new police unit named the potato squad to curb crowds invading suburban districts to dig up potatoes. Rome dispatch notes Pope Pius sent $20 000 to the Washington delegation for Japanese relief.

Berlin Rome Pius Washington

Carries 15-Ounce Baby 100 Miles to Hospital in Wain

Oklahoma City dispatch reports a baby girl weighing 15 ounces died at University Hospital after her father J. P. Parkins drove 100 miles from Wetumka in seven hours. The infant nine inches long was cushioned on a hot water bottle inside a shoe box as Parkins endured muddy roads. The child arrived alive, the hospital’s smallest patient, but died a few hours later.

Oklahoma City Oklo University Hospital J. P. Parkins Wetumka Parkins

Alaska Beauty contestant sues Atlantic City pageant committee

Miss Alaska Helmur Liederman of Juneau filed a $190000 damages suit against the Atlantic City carnival committee alleging she was barred from the beauty contest after traveling from Alaska to participate as a newspaper representative. The committee allegedly refused entry over authorization issues though a prior entrant from the same newspaper was allowed to compete last year.

Atlantic City N. J Miss Alaska Helmur Liederman Juneau Alaska

Flying Thief Sells Plane Then Hops Off With Boat and Cash

Oklahoma City authorities search for Hl H Terbutton alleged bandit aviator who stole a plane, sold it to three local businessmen for 1000 dollars, and disappeared with the proceeds. He reportedly told the buyers he would demonstrate flight before handing over the aircraft. Officers said he did not return.

Oklahoma City Southwest Terbutton Justice Court

Man Dies After 11 Bullet Wounds In Assault Case

William Nicholas aged 21 died in hospital from 11 bullet wounds suffered in a week long assault. William Bidell pleaded guilty to assault and battery and received six months in county jail, tying him to a first degree murder charge.

Cellar Rapids William Nicholas William Bidell Nicholas Bidell

Union Shopmen Obtain Court Writ Against Rivals

In St Paul Minnesota Tudse John B Sanborn granted a temporary injunction for the Northwest Federated Shop Crafts and H A Henning restraining members of the Associated Organization of Shopcraft Employes on the Great Northern from interfering with former members in Great Northern shops.

St. Paul, Minn Tudse John B. Sanborn Northwest Federated Shop Crafts H. A. Henning Great Northern Associated Organization of Shopcraft

Princess Testifies Shot Unintentional

In London on September 13 Mme Marie Marguerite Pabory testified she did not intend to kill her husband Prince Ali Kamil Fahmy. She said she aimed the pistol to scare him as he threatened her life and reached to choke her in the Savoy hotel apartment.

London Mme Marie Marguerite Pabory Prince Ali Kamil Fahmy Savoy Hotel

Johnston Reaches Semis in National Tennis Championship

In Germantown Philadelphia on September 13 William M. Johnston known as Little Bill from California advanced to the singles semifinals by defeating Frank Anderson in straight sets 8-6 7-5.

Philadelphia

Parker Cramer Drops At Burlington Field in Non-Stop Flight Attempt

Houston, Sept. 12 Parker Cramer lopped off at 6 14 this morning at Burlington field near here attempting to shatter the non-stop record set by Lieut Scotty Crocker in a gun to Canada flight. Asheville, Sept. 13 Richmond Pearson former American diplomat and ex congressman died at his home on Richmond Hill after two weeks illness age 71.

Houston Tex Parker DR. Cramer Bulington Field Here Scotty Crocker Canada Pearson Asheville N. C Richmond Pearson Richmond Hill

Armed Bandits Rob Bank Branch in Oakland

Four gunmen robbed an American Bank branch at Wortieth Street and San Pablo Avenue in Oakland today, terrorized employees and customers, and escaped with $5,000 in a car.

Oakland Cali Pfour American Bank Wortieth Street San Pablo Avenue

Gates Alumni Banquet With By Law Amendments

Gates College Alumni Association will hold a banquet at Bishon's East Side Cafeteria Tuesday October 2 at 6 36 p.m. Business to be taken up includes amending the by laws.

GATES Gates College Alumni Association Bishon East Side Turday

Greek Calendar Changes Align With World Time

Waterloon Greeks face a shift from Julian to Gregorian dates after Oct 12 halting one day mail between here and the old country. The switch, approved by Greek churches in Constantinople, moves Greece to the Gregorian calendar by Oct 14 with future holidays observed on new dates and mail timing normalized.

Waterloo Here Old Country Peter Magrélis West Side Candy Kitchen Greece Constantinople Mayralis

Attorney General to Probe Failures of Bellevue Concerns

Des Moines reports Attorney General Gibson orders a deputy to investigate the Bank of Kelso the Bank of Bellevue and the Dorchester and Hughey Lumber Co all based in Bellevue Iowa Depositors seek removal of receiver Dr W B Guthrie and access to bank books for grand jury inspection The probe centers on losses reportedly exceeding 500000 tied to the lumber loan and related dealings

Des Moines Gibson Bank of Kelso Bank Bbellevue Dorchester & Hughey Number Co Bellevue W. B. Guthrie Dubuque Guthrie Joseph Kelso Jackson County Bank of Bellevue Dorchester & Hughey Lumber Co

Midwest G O P Leaders to Meet in Minneapolis

Republican leaders from seven states and J T Adams national chairman will attend a September parley in Minneapolis to discuss party affairs in the northwest. State chairmen and R N C members from Minnesota Wisconsin Iowa North Dakota South Dakota Nebraska and Montana were invited. Irving A Caswell said the conference aims to iron out factional differences.

Minneapolis Minn J. T. Adams Republican Party Northwest Irving A. Caswell Minnesota Republican National Committee Wisconsin Iowa North Dakota South Dakota Nebraska Montana Caswall

Iowa Doctor Sails With Japan Relief Effort

A relief party sailed for Japan aboard the Chinese ship Shin Min-Abo. The expedition includes American, British and Chinese physicians and nurses led by Dr. A. G. Selmon from Columbus Junction Iowa.

Shanghai Japan A. GC Selmon Columbus Junction

Dr J R Macartney Speaks to Lions on Fishing Trip

Dr J R Macartney told Lions Club members about a recreational trip to northern Minnesota as he opened with a poem praising fishing. He shared humorous experiences and noted an initial boost to next year’s convention fund from a gift distribution to be repeated weekly. Constitution Day falls next Thursday with a prominent speaker planned for the club. A committee was formed to coordinate funds with other clubs for decorations during Dairy Cattle Congress week.

J. R. Macartney Lions Club Minnesota Lins

Postal Substation at Black’s to Station No 5 Opens

Postal officials establish a substation on the second floor of James Black Dry Goods for stamp, postal card, and insurance sales with a free package wrapping service. The east high course lecture will shift to Oct 10 with soprano Margery Maxwell to perform. Divorce actions filed include Schubert vs Schubert Jenkins vs Jenkins Ray vs ay.

James Black Dry Goods Company East High F. J. Miller Misa Margery Maxwell Sopraino Aley

Custer Scout Fred H. Baker Dies in Texas at 111

Fred H. Baker, a former Confederate sergeant and Indian scout for General Custer, died in El Paso, Texas, aged 111. He was born in 1815 in Pennsylvania.

Custer Hi Paso Tex Fred H. Baker Gen. Custer Tie Pennsylvania

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