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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1923

Page

5

Dempsey Thrills Dense Crowd At Polo Grounds Fight

Several thousand fans packed Commercial Street and Park Avenue in New York City last night to hear news of the Firpo Dempsey bout. Megaphoned reports said Dempsey knocked Firpo down five times and finally knocked the Argentine flat for the count. Traffic officers cleared the curbside as autos and streetcars moved through a jammed scene. The crowd, the largest ever for news bulletins in the city, cheered wildly despite Firpo’s moments of applause after delivering a blow.

Polo Grounds New York City Commercial Street Park Avenue Dempsey Firpo Waterloo Firon Fie Thei Couriers Rem Eports Jones

Fire alarms and odd noises disrupt Independence Avenue home

A wire of unknown origin sparked in the attic of KF EL Sheel's residence at 17 Independence Avenue causing minor fire damage reported yesterday. The incident, part of a chaotic day, drew attention as news of a staged fight between Firpo and Adger amused onlookers, with a phone report about pants tearing during preparation for a bout.

EL Sheel Independence Avenue Bronton

Alty marks fiftieth birthday with family visitors

Visitors attend the celebration noting the presence of his sons Herman and Walter with their wives from Cedar Fats, Mr and Mrs Fred man, plus brother in law and sister in law and Mrs William Hartsman, Jan Reinbeck. The event includes remarks about a Hart family connection and a $7.00 amount mentioned in the obscure text.

Herman Walter Fredman William Hartsman Jan. Reinbeck

Police Notes Describe Thefts And Local Incidents

The report details an overnight theft where a man left after allegedly stealing H. L. Webster’s best suit, described as taller than Webster and wearing overalls. Other items include speeding and license issues, a family dispute on Fourteenth Street West resolved by officers, three youths arrested for melon theft, and juveniles referred to a probation officer.

Dan H. L. Webster Sycamore Thetman Webster Gal Peach Fourteenth Street Baltimore Blanche Robbins

Oleson Machine Works Moves to New Factory

Oleson Machine Works relocates to a one story factory at a new site. Mrs Robert N B Oleson owner of F Carr Lake Shore drive resident details loss of pearls valued at $10000 three years ago from 412 Blu tol and their return after found by a gardener near a health resort location in Wilkins Ia. Oleson moved from Parkersburg to Park Avenue West then to Banff Street shop locations over eleven years.

Chicago Robert N. B. Oleson F. Carr Lake Shore Drive Oleson Machine Works Ninth Street Wilkins Turing Oleson Parkers

John Ehrig Birthday Celebrated by Friends in Toronto

A fragmented notice from Toronto recalls John Ehrig's birthday celebration at his home on September 14. Relatives and friends on a North American tour of a cereal mystery play staged a surprise visit, aiming to set a high gross receipt record and mark the season kickoff at the Royal Alexandria.

Torip Ehrig Hall Toronto Canaada Street West Royal Alexandria

Hat Ladder Seeks Venue For Another Performance

The article notes the Hat ladder seed, baked for the Avatertan theatre, drawing new audience interest. It highlights a remarkable turnout with over 10,000 views and more than 4,000 attendees tied to the presee bon, while Juneau residents offer to publish and cover site profits. HCullowinge plans engagements in Vancouver, aiming for further Vireo performances.

Juneau Kemper

ENEMIES OF WOMEN ROMANTIC MUSICAL AT PLAZA

The Plaza presents Enemies of Women a lively production featuring Alma Rubens in the lead with a strong chorus and musical numbers. Barbara Le Marr portrays the rich wife in Poor Man’s Wives alongside David Butler in the poor man role. Crystal Theatre shows My China Bell a star studded musical fantasy with Milton Sills and a dramatic arc about crime and retribution.

Barbara Browell Alma Rubens Sony Slovet Witch Shre Plaza Sues Wiver Anown Gtara Barbara le Marr Ghurs Knuwe Fru Uet David Butler Milton Silia Milton Sills Viettomie Aml Sher Ds Aelman Universal’ Wonderful Spectaria

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