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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1925

Page

2

Weber Hess Wedding At St Marys Gilbertville

Biss Bitidegarde Weber eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Willan Weber and A Hela son of Fred Hess wed today in St Marys church Gilbertville Rev Father John Nemmers officiated nuptial mass The gown was white satin with crape Elizabeth and a full length veil orange blossoms Ophelia roses served as flowers The bride's cousin Miss Helen Delagardai acted as maid and carried sweetheart roses Best man was Arthur Weber A breakfast for 75 relatives and friends followed in St Marys hall The couple will reside on a farm 14 miles east of Waterloo Tonight a reception and dance will be held in the hall for the newlyweds

Biss Bitidegarde Weber Willan Weber Hela Fred Hess St. Mary's Church Gilbertville John Nemmers Elizabeth and Ives Helen Délagardai Elizabeth Arthur Weber St. Mary’s Ball

Church and civic women plan fall activities in town

News notes list for many churches includes Rosary society at St Joseph's with 2:30 start, Women of Grace Methodist luncheon at 1, Home Missionary and Ladies Aid gatherings, and Westminster Presbyterian fall rally with initial picnic. D. A. R. to mark Fairfield first state fair site Sept 24 with a bronze tablet. town’s 1854 fair featured a 409-pound cheese and a 1500 ft race track as crowds of 8000 walked or rode in.

3. A. Murray Ladies Aid’. Society of United Presbyterian Church Westminster Presbyterian Church Young People's Committee Woman’s Missionary Society First Methodist Church Home Missionary Society J C.T. Wilson Alfred Win Aid Department FP. L. Marquis Foreign Missionary Division Towal Fog Cabin Daughters of the American Iowa Fairfield Baysha Eliet Grimes Peng George C. Woods Wairfield

P. E. O. Chapters Hold First Meetings Travel Logs

P. E. O. chapters opened their year with two sessions. Fifty members met at Mrs Lore Alford Sr home for the evening gathering while the other group held a 1 pm picnic luncheon with Mrs John Kremers. Travelogues by Egypt visitors Mrs H Al Reed and Mrs C W Chapman drew interest, Reed speaking on recent explorations and Chapman on The Nile Trip with river views. Tribute was paid to late member Miss Maud Dudley. Mrs E F Stevenson presided. hostess teams named for Chapter RE included Mrs J W Henderson, Mrs C A Neubecker and Miss Nettie Bakker.

Lore Alford John Kremers Egypt H. al. Reed C. W. Chapman Maud Dudley Wilma Basher Galloway Dallas Tex Basher Magowen OC. W. Kirkpatrick E. F. Stevenson J. W. Henderson C_ A Neubecker Misa Nettie Bakker

Past Matrons from Bristow Guests of Becker 0

Four past matrons from Bristow Mrs W E B Needham Mrs A L Morford Mrs A Richards and I le and Mrs Jeasia Wheeler Waterloo associate grand matron shared in the lineheon session of the Past Matrons club Becker chapter Order of Eastern Star in the home of Mrs H Bunser Monday afternoon. Places were arranged for 18 at tables appointed in orchid and pink. During the business meeting with Mrs F Miller in the chair members decided to meet regularly the third Monday of each month instead of the second and to continue to sew for needy families this year. Miss Naomi Roblin was placed in charge of this form of charity work.

Bristow W. EB. Needham A. L Morford A. Richards Ile Jeasia Wheeler Waterloo Iineheon Becker Order of Eastern Star H. Bunser 4. F. Miller Naomi Roblin

Miss Marie Smith Bride Elect Dinner Honored

Miss Marie Smith announced her engagement to Vera Isley and was honored at a dinner party at Black's last evening. Hostesses Blye Brigham J Hazel Annabelle and Genevieve Clark oversaw a blue and yellow decor with 18 covers. Music and cards sparked diversions as Miss Smith and Mr Isley are set to marry September 2. A card party and sociable will follow at Ben Hur hall.

Marie Smith Veraisley

Beauty tips from a 19th century column on complexion and grooming

A reader’s questions on height, weight, hair, skin and beauty routines prompt advice on weights for different ages, safe skincare, cleansing methods, bathing rituals, and the effect of cosmetics. Tips emphasize natural care, moderate use of products, and gentle routines for improving texture and appearance.

Social Activities of Woman's Club Opened by Garden Tea

The Waterloo Woman's club launched its yearly social calendar with a garden tea Monday afternoon drawing more than 250 participants. Music by Mrs. Loren J. Berry and others accompanied card games in the auditorium while tea was served on the lawn under presiding hosts.

Walnut Street Fidelis William Kuriger Carl Wagner Lewis Insko HR. G. Keiber L. P. Foral Wagner Waterloo Woman's Club Loren J. Berry J. B. Bragdon F. J. Benedict A. M. Place A. L. Alexander Wilma Basher Galloway Dallas Tex Katherine Carroll Smith Chicago Laverne Beal Robert Parrott Alexander Miss Beal Galloway Miss Smith Claude Bennett Max Wilson M. J O'Keefe

Powers Celebrate Twenty Fifth Wedding Anniversary

Mrs. and Mrs. J. J. Powers hosted a twenty-fifth wedding anniversary for 92 relatives and friends in Indiana. Attendants included H. Q. Powers and family. decorations featured silver gray and rose. a two course luncheon was served by several hosts. guests from afar included H. O. Powers and the Gaunt family.

J. J. Powers Aho H. Q. Powers Zéaring Indiana Harold Brocker Gaunt K. O. Powers Avenelle Ruth Powers Florence Glendala Parker H. 0. Powers M. Gaunt A. D. Richardson

Cedar Heights Club Opens Season With Civic Program

The Cedar Heights Woman's Club begins its season with a Thursday afternoon session at Mrs. A. H. McCutcheon's home. Mrs. Warren Frink assists hostesses. members answer roll call, and current events are discussed. Reports on foundations Rockefeller, Carnegie, and Russell Sage are presented by Mrs. P. J. Fowler, Mrs. Bess Shoey, and Mrs. Keptord. The Civic department chair is Mrs. C. W. Stilson. A party honors Miss Helena Hughes, recently resigned as superintendent of social welfare and college work at Ames, with a hostess group including Mrs. Lutie 73, Mrs. Watters, and others. Readings and music are planned with Miss Marilynn Olinson, Miss Elna Christensen, and Miss Alice Redington.

Cedar Heights Willi Clatar Maid C. W. Stilson i Hughes Misa Helena Hughes Silien Social Welfare League Ames Hattie Mibived Lutie Matie Watters Ruby Reig Utatec Wilfarescene Marken

Horton Woman's 82nd Birthday Celebrated by 60 Relatives

About 60 relatives of Mrs. Maury Mishler gathered at her home in Horton to mark her eighty second birthday. Attendees included the Nelsons from Cedar Rapids and Waterloo, the Remleys from Maquoketa, and many other relatives from La Porte City, Waverly, and nearby towns.

Tortua Maury Mishler Hans Anderson la Porte City Wayne Wirt Carryitle Mee Dorr Meeker German Acker Wil) Meeker Dewar Alvin Nelson Cedar Rapids Walter Nelson G. E. Mussett Harald Cutler Jim Bentley Ray Stuffleheim Dorothea Waterloo Margret Prentice Baumer Frank Fortney Waverly Zen Remley Rupert Reml

Club Notes and Picnic Announcements

Forget-3Me-Not club to gather Thursday afternoon at Mrs Bell Julians home for regular meeting. Members asked to bring finishes and silver for a picnic. Anna family picnic of Wild use club set for Thursday at Mr and Mrs Frank Finn residence with attendees bringing china silver a food dish and sandwiches.

Amnna Frank Finn

Bridgman Fined and Bound Over in Des Moines Court

Walter Bridgman of Marshalltown was fined 199 and costs in municipal court for illegal transportation of intoxicating liquor and bound over to the grand jury on another charge of driving while intoxicated, with bond set at 500 that he could not post. Fire at Homeland Laundry in Des Moines caused 3580 in damages, suspected to be of undetermined origin and covered by insurance.

Walter Bridgman Marshalltown John W. Gwynne Des Moines

City in Brief items mixed names and travels

Broken lens duplication by Buchanan's advertised. Ralph Jameson, Well Raymond, and Harry Hesser head to Mt Vernon to resume Cornell college courses. Vera Steely returns to Mt Vernon for Cornell. Mr and Mrs J B Jewel of Fort Morgan visit Cedar Falls. Gerald Holton recovers knee injury at Y M C A gym. Fouteh travels to Chicago for medical care with his brother. Daggett couple from Long Beach visit Cedar Falls and Liger relatives. Lula Smith and Alda Lamb depart for lawn State university from Omaha trip. Mayme Smiddy cleared of orderly house charge by Judge Gwen. Ku Klux Klan rally near Electric Park lacks parade. Garratt Blake Chapman reunion noted. Mary Therson heads to Des Moines then California. John Lingelbach returns from nine weeks on coast via Seattle and Vancouver.

Ralph Jameson Raymond Harry Hesser Mt. Vernon Cornell College Vera Steely Irs J. W. Steely Met. Vernon Carnnell College J. B. Jewel Forts Morgan Colo Cbd W. Peck Ninth Street West Gerald R. Holton Vermont Street Fouteh Riehl Street Chicago W. H. Fouteh WW. Daggett Long Beach Cal Todter J. H. Liger Cedar Balls EB. le Corton Waterloo Lula Smith Charles MacKay Omaha Neb Iowa Alda Lamb F. E. Lamb Mulry Street Lawn State University Mayme Smiddy Second Street John W. Gwen Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Electric Park Dubuque Thy Garratt Blake Sohner Chapman Famlities Rember Wagnel Grinnell Herald OM Garrett Savanna K.ara George Blake Gelwein Mary Therson Does Moines AL Wright Isaurs Visi California John Lingelbach G. Weller Wellars Seattle Wash Vancouver

Drama Critic Clayton Hamilton to Speak to B P W C

Clayton Hamilton renowned drama critic will address the Business and Professional Women's club at 6 80 tonight in the club rooms on Fourth street west. He lectured at Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls this morning and at East High School for students this afternoon. Hamilton fronted the all star company The Rivals and will precede the troupe during its U S and Canada tour to discuss Sheridan and eighteenth century literature and manners with emphasis on stage life.

Fourth Street Hamilton Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls Agin East High School Waterloo Theatre United States Canada Richard Sheridan

Reorganize Boy Scout Troops at Independence

Independence Ohio Sept 15 Special Reorganization of the Boy Scout troops in the city began at a high school meeting. Officers elected include W M Woodward president and executive officers W C Littlejohn T R Roberts for three years, with Rev R V Gilbert J E Holden and R E JewPit for two, and Dr J C Shellite P G Miller C B Stevens for one. Two troops will be maintained led by A H Ward and Paul F Smith.

Independence Boy Scout W. M. Woodward Mr. Woodward W. C. Littlejohn T. R. Roberts Rev. R. V. Gilbert J. E. Holden RE. A. Jew- Pit J. C. Shellite P. G. Miller C. B. Stevens A. H W. Ward Paul F. Smith

Independence Defeats Oelwein in 15 Inning Baseball Game

Thirteen innings were required to decide the baseball game between Independence and Oelwein in Independence on Sunday. The home team won 2 to 1 after a lengthy extra frame battle.

Independence Oelwein

Free Health Clinics for Women and Babies at Cattle Congress

Free clinics for mothers and babies will be held at the Dairy Cattle Congress from Sept 28. Conducted by the State University of Iowa division of maternity and infant hygiene. Services are free under the Sheppard-Towser act and aim to educate and advise parents to seek full medical care. Children under two may be scheduled. older children may be examined with parental permission. No appointment needed for expectant mothers. private conferences available. Dental education and exhibitions included. time slots arranged via Mrs Maria S James, Waterloo IA. Coupon form provided for contact.

Dairy Cattle Congress Division of Maria’ S. James Pranklin Street Waterioon James Water James

State News Brief Reads Like Scrambled Message

Fragmentary OCR style note appears to mix state reference with telephone cue. Readable facts are minimal and no clear event or entity can be identified from the garbled text.

Extension Courses Start Soon at Teachers College

Extension courses for Waterloo teachers and other locals, run by Town State Teachers College, begin enrollment soon. Weekly classes in topics like Tennyson, Browning, American government, and typing will be held likely at the west side public library. Contact Miss Nettie AlcKinnon, Emerson school principal, to enroll. Hudson Man’s 81st Birthday Celebrated by Relatives in Hudson Ia. Sept 16 Special Relatives joined Levi Strayer to celebrate his eighty first birthday with a supper. Attendees included Mrs Sadie Washburn Gladys Washburn Mrs Charles Boldt and son from Waterloo.

Waterloo Town State Teachers College West Side Public Library Nettie Alc- Kinnon Emerson School Hudson Man Hudson, Ia Levi Strayer Sadie, Washburn Gladys Washburn Charles Boldt

Waverly Man of 95 Fracts Arm on Natal Anniversary

Waverly Ta September 18 Special Henry Wimber 95th birthday Sept 10 with daughter Mrs William McHugh. While entering a business house he misstepped and fell breaking right arm in two places at the wrist. Taken to Mercy hospital where fracture was reduced. Born in Germany 1830, came to this country 1842.

Waverly Henry Wimber William McHlugh Mercy Hospital Wimber Germany

Workman in Canning Plant Breaks Arm in Peculiar Fashion

Ackley Iowa September 13 Special a work accident at a canning plant left Everette Lowe with a broken left forearm after his finger caught between a belt while removing the bell from a carn cutter. The incident also mentions May Murphy of Waterloo and pulley, Albert Hein of Dunkerton 25 der, Hildegarda Weber of Raymond and marriage licenses for Edward Simmons Silvan BE Sieffen David Murphy.

Ackley Everette Lowe May Murphy Waterloo Albert Hein Dunkerton Bruis- Hildegarda Weber Raymond

Fashion Department Pattern Order Notice

Courier requests the Fashion Department to mail the batteron of accompanying design to Evening Courier at Wa Verloo, enclosing 16 cents per pattern. Patterns include seam allowances and orders are filled promptly, with delivery about ten days after sending the order.

Fashion Department Waverloo

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