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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1923

Page

2

Fortishily club holds first season meeting at Hemsworth home

Fortishily club convened at the residence of Dr. and Mrs. LC Hemsworth with about 40 members present. W. W. White announced as incoming president and Walter B Jensen presented a paper on American participation in European political affairs and the world court.

Fortishily Club LC. Hemsworth W. W. White Europe Walter PB. Jensen Court of International Justice League of Nations World Court D. R. Brundage F. Marlburt Futura America P. E. Rite W. Wii White CG. OR. Wilson Kim Blythe Mra. A Wolslaar

Freida Mueller and Carl Kohl Marry at Home of Bride

Freida Mueller daughter of Mrs Ludwig Mueller of 02 Fowler Street and Carl Kohl of Cedar Rapids wed last evening at the bride’s home. Rev Henry Prekal officiated before a floral altar as Mrs William Helferich played Lohengrin. Bridesmaid Hilda Mueller wore pink dotted swiss and carried pink roses. Paul Kohl attended as best man. The Kohl couple will reside in Cedar Rapids after a visit in Wisconsin, settling in the city about Oct 1.

Freida Mueller Ludwig Mueller Fowler Street Carl Kohl Cedar Rapids Henry Prekal Immanuel Litheran Church Pitty William Helferich Lohengrin Hilda Muetller Paul Kohl Wisconsin

State Federation Committees List Includes 11 Local Women

Waterloo Woman’s club members receive notices of appointments to state federation committees for the upcoming meeting at Hayt Sherman Place in Des Moines from September 27 to 29. Mrs Howrey is state registrar and on the executive committee. Mrs Johnson serves on three committees including resolutions.

Waterloo Woman's Club Bel Federation of Woman's Clubs W. W. Marsh Johnson B. J. Howrey Raymond Folk E. A. Boggs W. FB. Parrott Charles BE. Pickett C. Ransier H. 2B. Boies Hazel Scott Addella Boies Hayt Sherman Place Des Moines Howrey

Side Talks by Ruth Cameron The Babe's Goon Looks

A collage of advice on babies beauty and motherhood. Tips cover hair care teeth cleanliness ear shaping and nose care with cautions about adenoids and wart removal. readers ask about cosmetics and cosmetic fixes for styes and stains.

Beauty Chats on Memory and Mind Power

Edna Kent Forbes muses on memory like a vast house of drawers and a tide that washes up forgotten scenes. She ponders how we recall insignificant moments and whether science may unlock new powers to control the storehouse of the mind.

D A R Chapter Plans Study of Its Activities

The Waterloo chapter of the D A R outlines a busy year with new yearbooks, meetings in Bishan’s cafeteria, and a program focused on order interests and departmental achievements. Armistice Day memorials, Christmas party plans, immigration law studies, Washington’s Birthday luncheon, and officer elections are scheduled with various members listed for roles.

Waterloo D. A Bishan E.G. Leitler C.D. Becker R. G. Taylor Fred Pettit Dan Washington D. A. TR D. A. R. Society Lesler Jobo Gwynne Ben Hesser Warren Gilbert Dexter Phelps P. H. Paulsen R. BE. Crowther Mae Howard C D. Decker J. H. Lamson

Watters and Forker Announce Marriage in Mason City

Miss Marie Watters and Clarence Forker announce their marriage in Mason City after a Tuesday ceremony officiated by Rev. A W Eggert. Attendants were Mr and Mrs B W Pewescharil. couple to live in Mason City where Forker manages an Atlantic and PacPA store. Both are former West High students with Navy service noted.

Marie Watters Clarence Forker Mason City William Watters Locust Street A. W. Eggert B. W. Pewescharil Waterloo West High Forker Town State Teachers College Diana Nicholas McNally

First Congregational Church Sunday School Party

The new president was authorized to appoint a committee to explore philanthropic opportunities. Thirty-two women attended the First Congregational Sunday School party and voted that women members outnumber men on the inland committee. Attendance contest will be held at the church this evening with a brief program as part of the event.

I. J. Hadisn

America Is Rightly Leader of World

Mrs. Alice Ames Winter of Minneapolis told the American Chemical society in Milwaukee that America has the ideals and freedom to lead the world. She praised the nation for striking the decisive blow in World War I without seeking rewards and noted club women unite in promoting better understanding of international questions. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs head avoided Europe’s current disputes, saying the federation does not engage in politics.

Milwaukee Wis America Alice Ames Winter Minneapolis American, Chemical Society Winter General Federation of Women's Clubs Europe United States

Judge Wood to Speak on Conservation at Civic Meeting

Judge G. W. Wood, state and local president of Isaac Walton league, will address Waterloo Women’s Club Civic department on conservation at the first meeting Friday afternoon at the clubhouse. He is a strong supporter of saving Winneshelki bottoms along the upper Mississippi between Lynnville and DeSoto Wisconsin. A piano solo by Mrs. A. A. Hoffman will precede the talk.

G. W. Wood Isaak Walton League Waterloo Women's Club Judge Wood Isaac Waitong Missiesippy Lynnville DeSoto Wis Alysie A. A. Hoffman J. B. Bragdon A. R. Maorn J. D. Collins Klingaman O. Howard Towa C. FH Abbs F. R. Asauith Iowa R. Agnew Hiawatha

Westminster Workers Elect Hutchison President After Stewart’s Resignation

In a Westminster Workers meeting at Mrs. H. W. Wilson’s home, R. G. O. Hutchison was elected to complete the unexpired term of Mrs. Kirk Stewart who resigned Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. G. F. Scales served as vice president during the extended session.

Irs R. G O. Hutchison Westminster Workers Kirk Stewart H. W.W. Wilson G. F. Scales Old

Local Ladies Groups Hold Meetings and Elect Officers

Mizpah dred of King's Daughters and First M E church unit hosted afternoon sessions with members, readings, and music. Central Christian Ladies Aid elected officers including President Mrs W F Robinson and secretaries. bazaars planned for November. Idle-Not class met at Grace M E for business. Majel guild and St. Joseph parish groups held gatherings with refreshments. Universalist Ladies Social Union elected officers Victor Long president and G Kohagen vice president. plans discussed for future mission work.

Mizpah King's Daughters M. E. Chlureh George Stuntington Laverne Beale Covall Rs. G. KE. Shoemaker J. M. Jackson RR. W. Waite Central Chvistian Ladies’Aid Society JD. C. Cherry W. FE. Robinson Harry Maine Harry Chapman Verne Johnson Arthur Moore Cherry Clarence Hifield Universalist Ladies' Social Union Victor Long G. Kohagen O. S. Raspe William Jennigsh C. W. Caldwell H. EB. Weatherwax

Antique party opens season at Miss Knudsen home

Miss Maude Knudsen hosted the first card club meeting of the season with Edna Burd winning high honors. An antique Swiss spinning wheel and period decorations enhanced the setting. The group plans to meet at Miss Avis Lewick's country home next. Also in the notes, Mrs Brennan and guests shared favors at a club gathering. I O O F Encampment Auxiliary No 2 to meet Friday with refreshments provided by Ars 3 A Dudley and committee.

W. RK. O Wolfman’s Relief Corps Lillian Dennis George Thrower Marshalltown CG. H. Weidener Los Angeles Elizabeth Wells Humboldt Julian White Nelle Davis Elizabeth Billings Old Virginia Manes Jennie Gates Ella Mc Hefey Tunica Arnold Lydia Ailes Maude Knudsen Edna Burd Avis Lewick I. O O. O. F.—Encampment Auxiliary I. O. O. F_ hall A. Dudley

East High Names Orange and Black Staff for Coming Year

The East High Orange and Black staff for the coming year is announced with Norbert Roepe as editor in chief and Harvey Daley as business manager. Staff members include June Adams Kenneth Larrabee Dorothy Welch Dessie Rutter Halda Mathias Kenneth Hoover Birdrige Clow Robert Will Charlotte Altstadt Emma Bowman and others.

East High Orange and Black Grace Lambert Norbert Roepe Harvey Daley June Adams Kenneth Larrabee Dorothy Welch Dessie Rutter Halda Mathias Kenneth Hoover Birdridge Clow Robert Will Charlotte Altstadt Emma Bowman

Local Rotary Club Incorporates with Sixty Occupations Listed

The Rotary club of Waterloo becomes an incorporated body with articles filed by sixty members. The aims include recognizing all legitimate occupations and dignifying each member’s work, promoting ethics, fostering public welfare, and civic development. Officers named: Fred D. Adams president, Rev W H Beachler vice president, Gwynne Weston secretary, W J Rechtfertig treasurer, C W Chapman sergeant at arms. Directors listed: Carleton Sias, J B E Armstrong QC, A Reppuss, J M Graham, C P F Altstadt, R I Crowell, H G Northey.

Rotary Club of Waterloo County Recorder Fred DB. Adams Rev W. H. Beachler Gwynne Weston W. J. Rechtfertig C. W. Chapman Carleton Sias J. BE. Armstrong A. Repuss J. M. Graham C, PF. Alt

Waterloo Construction Wins East Retaining Wall Bid

Waterloo Construction company was awarded the contract to build the east river retaining wall between Fifth Street and C.G. W. Tailroad bridges by river front commissioners. The low bid of six offers totalled about $46,000 and work should begin soon after approval by Wilneis Central officials, with a representative pledging completion within the year.

Waterloo Construction Company East River Fifth Street C.G. W. Tailroad River Front Commissioners Wilneis Central Company Altho

Wall contract specifies gravity design with cantilever section

The project will not complete until August 4, 1924. Bids were opened recently and commissioners will decide the wall type. The plan calls for a gravity wall with a cantilever stretch near Fifth street to allow water flow through the bridge arch. Illinois Central will cover most costs in exchange for two sidetracks serving Polesals House on Walter Street.

Fifth Street Illinois Central Company Polesals House Walter Street

Former Iowa Democratic leader dies in Seattle

Des Moines reports Charles D. Fullen longtime chairman of the Iowa State Democratic committee in 1891 and 1892 and U S attorney for the southern district under Cleveland died in Seattle Washington after a long illness. He had been a Fairfield resident and practiced law there before moving to Chicago in 1900 and later to Seattle.

Des Moines Charles DD. Fullen Iowa State Democratic Committee United States Iowa Grover Cleveland Seattle Wash Associated Press Furlen Fairfield Chicago

Civil Service Exams Set For Nov 3 At Waterloo Post Office

Civil service examinations for general clerical workers to fill vacancies in the customs and internal revenue service will be held at the Waterloo post office on November 3. Successful applicants may be assigned to districts including Iowa Nebraska Minnesota North Dakota and South Dakota with entrance salaries from 900 to 1500 dollars yearly.

Custom Internal Revenue Service Waterloo Saryit Dstrict Iow Nebraska Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota

Consistory No. 2 Announces Dinner on Sept 21

Cedar Rapids consistory No. 2 will host a dinner at Hotel Russell Vamson Friday evening Sept. 21 for resident members living in Waterloo. Invitations will be mailed to each member. The consistory comprises thirty second degree Masons of Iowa.

Black Ea-R Formthat Hassell- Lamson West High School Misa Carolyn McFarlane Waterloo A. E. Gnagy Petersen Jeanette Wimber Charles A. Chickering Molly Towne Rita Loveaul Fred Sporle Becker Tepree Huth Baldwin Clara Bathen Lincoln Neb Cedar Rapids Russell-Vamson Masons of Owa

Japanese Beetle Invasion Reaches Local Area

An insect identified as Japanese beetle arrives via shipment of fruit and flowers, prompting concern about potential damage to crops and gardens. Local authorities urge monitoring and preventive measures to curb spread.

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