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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1926

Page

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Second Brother of Mrs Hall Put in Cell for Slayer

Somerset county jail holds Henry Stevens a firearms expert joining his brother Wille and cousin Henry DP B Carpenter on charges of murdering Rev Edward Wheslay Hall and Mrs Eleanor Mills. Bodies found under crabapple tree four years ago. Indictments point to Mrs Hall and her sister circle. grand jury hears testimonies including surprise witness accounts of perjury and threats amid a tense prosecution.

Somerville N. J Henry Stevens Wille Henry DP. B. Carpenter Somerset County Charees Edward Wheslay Hall Eleanor Mills Ims Frances Stoves Hall Hall Laaif Alexander Simpson Gorsline Ralph V. M. Gorsting John Stilwell Dr. Hall Stillwell Granch Marie Demarest

Colorado Names Two Strong Men for Senatorship

In a statewide glance at primary politics, Colorado and Maryland feature notable senatorial fights. Maryland’s Republican John Philip Hill faltered against incumbent Orville E. Weller, while Democrat Millard Tydings earned the nomination, shaping a general campaign with potential gains for the wets and dries. Both parties see this as a pivotal year, with national implications in the ongoing prohibition debate and the balance of power in the Senate.

Colorado Hill Maryland John Philip Hill United States Orvington E. Weller Republican National Organization Weller Millard Tydings New York State Verties Senate Congress House New York Wadeworth Himsrif Herald-Titinny

Funeral services for W H Marshall 63 longtime resident

W H Marshall age 63 a longtime resident of Black Hawk County and Waterton died early Wednesday. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:30 p m from the family home at 452 Aew street. Kevin McCormick pastor of West Church will oversee rites with Burial Black Hawk Lodge No 72 F and A M in charge of the rites at the lodge reading as part of a local obituary notice.

W. H. Marshall W. Shalt Black Hhawk County Waterton R. Om Aew Kevin Westchurch Black Haws Ludge

Temperatures and Time References From An Era Fragment

Fragmentary weather notes show inconsistent day names and odd spellings. The text mentions maximums, a Wednesday, Thursday, and a referenced two o clock time with unclear values and units.

Old Negro Butler Bares Secrets of House on K Street

Former butler recounts ties between Daugherty and key figures in a tangle of wartime asset seizures and payoffs. He describes checks labeled extra, frequent breakfasts with Daugherty and Smith, and names several officials and associates, including William Purvis and Guy Goff, amid cross examinations about King, Mer toms, and a 2,500 dollar charge on Daugherty’s credit.

Daugherty Richard Mertoms John T. King William J. Purvis Col. Fordea Veteran’s Bureau Guy W. Goff West Virginia Davigherty Howard Mannington Col. Miller Tate John T. Hing Smith Miller Butier Department of Justice Smith i Miller

Divinity Student Attacks Morals of Modern Day Co Fed

A student columnist surveys college culture arguing that modern life corrupts morals with promiscuous dancing and drinking. The piece cites defenders from universities and notes debates over female behavior, licensing, and the role of college men in shaping moral standards.

Divinity

Fragmentary names surface in unclear notice text

A garbled OCR fragment lists several personal names including Clifford Markie and Margaret Roberts amid stray terms. The text lacks context or verifiable details for a coherent item.

Markie Clifford Katherin Brew Andrey M. Richmond Margaret J. Roberts

Roses of Summer Bloom in Alexander Garden

The Alexander property at 1503 Forest Avenue showcases a vivid bloom of summer roses rare for this season. Rich soil and diligent care yield varied varieties among asters, marigolds, irises, and hardy perennials transforming the front parking area into a bright garden spot.

John

Skunk River Flood Strikes 15,000 Acres Across States

Floods from Skunk River breach levees and halt pumping works. Mails delayed and trains rerouted as property damage totals rise across several states reaching millions. 19 deaths reported with plans to announce further losses as relief efforts continue by boat and dam crews.

Skunk Kans Missouri We.braska Tawa Wisconsin Michigan Ohio South Dakota Indiana Fond Kansas Nebru Iowa Distincta Chariton River Ristnr

Clara Bow Engaged to Director Fleming

Clara Bow announced engagement to director Fleming San Noten Texas dated September. The article notes the couple’s plans and Bow’s continued film work. It mentions expectations for a 1926 wedding and Bow remaining active as filming progresses.

Clara Bow Fleming

Two Dwellings Permitted for 5500 Total

A building permit lists two dwellings with total cost 5500. Charles Wiresen and an official authorize construction at 228 Eleventh Street. A separate permit for remodeling a factory at 140 W Eighth Street was issued, with work valued at 1060 dollars.

Avis Auhority Charles Wiresen Tuitelayy Mwisslorer Gytlay Hees Tinea Paaskee Alvedsi Bertel Weet SGU Tevet Raven Pbrnace Company

Bread Diet Boys Not So Cheerful As Rescuers Fail

Takamah Nebraska September 14 1925 report on bread and water sentences for teens in Tekamah. Max Saltzman 17 cheerful as he drinks coal sparkling water during second day of an 80 day intoxication sentence. Ray Carson and Thomas Nelson grim as their 60 day terms for violating prohibition face no outside chances. Judge Chatt defends action while Sheriff Smith diversifies bread options. Governor McMullen will not intervene.

Takamah Vekamah Max Saltzman Saltzman Ray Carson Thomas Nelson Carson John HL. Chatt Orville Chatt Chatt Tekamah Rochester Minn Beanie John Nelson Heriff D. Smith Sherif Smith Han Altha Chat McMullen

Baldwin Seeks Coal Strike Cure With New Settlement

Langon Sept 1 Premier Baldwin moved to resolve the British coal dispute by calling a cabinet meeting to explore new negotiations. Officials discuss a compromise shaped as a fresh settlement to be ratified by the mining association and the miners federation.

Langon INS Baldwin Mining Association Miners’ Federation

Coolidges to Break Up Camp Saturday

Preparations for President Coolidge's departure for Washington were under way at White Pine camp and the summer executive offices. Little packing remained for the presidential household aside from personal clothing as the executive offices stayed open today and tomorrow with no mail to be sent from Washington after tonight.

Paul Smith Cooldge Washington White Pine Camp Altho No

Nobile Ordered on Buenos Aires Flight

Rome reports Premier Mussolini ordered Gen. Nobile, explorer of the Norge expedition, to prepare for a return flight to Buenos Aires. The end of 1928 is set for the trip, to be made in a dirigible whose construction has already begun in a Rome aeronautical plant.

Rome Mussolini Nobile North Pate Norge Buenos Aires

Law and order urged as duty by Welsh at Lions club

Maurice A. Welsh, superintendent of the Woo oP railway, told the Blacks terroron Lions club that law is valid without radical change. He argued enforcement rests on honest citizens and uniform standards, warning that failure to uphold the test weakens law enforcement.

Maurice A. Welsh Woo Onsen Wis 2 Policema Hkent Chattaw Alem Railroaed Ho Enforcement

Victim Foundry Accident and Recovery Update

Andrews of 15 Washington Street severely injured May 4 when a chain hoist at the Hawkeye foundry failed and toppled, injuring his head neck and back. He returned this week from Des Moines after doctors photographed his injuries and ongoing medical care at a Presbyterian hospital. ENVOY EXECUTED Mexico City Sem 16 Rebel execution reported by El Grafico. Valento De La Cruz assigned to Michoacan mission.

Andrews Washington Street Chain Holst Ups Moines Presbytetisn Hsp Mexico City Msg Valento de la Cruz Michoacan Alles el Grafico

Poll Tax Due For Waterloo Men Aged 21 to 45

Waterloo city officials remind male residents aged 21 to 45 who have not yet paid poll tax must settle before September 90 to avoid a 1.56 dollar penalty. Clerk Charles C. MacKay reported year to date collections lag behind last year, with about 11,576.56 received and nearly 4,000 more to collect, while warning fees rise to 5 dollars from October 1. Exemptions are limited to Spanish American War and Philippine Insurrection veterans, national guards with certification, firemen, and annual disability claims reviewed by the city council.

Waterloo Charles C. MacKay Mackay Maclvay National Guard Counci

Rep Hill Loses in Maryland Senate Nomination Race

Baltimore dispatch reports a tight contest between Senator O E Weller and Rep John Philip Hill for the Maryland Republican senatorial nomination. Weller emerged the winner with an anticipated 10 or more vote majority at the nominating convention, securing the dry candidate’s path forward.

Baltimore O. E. Weller John Philip Hill Maryland Weller

Mussolini Death Rumor Denied by Italian Embassy

London dispatch reports the Italian embassy says it has no information confirming Mussolini’s death. A rumor circulating that he had been shot by a woman is described as almost certainly false by officials.

London UNS Inez Formacy Mussolini

Blame Tunnel Gas for Death of Hight

In Tansee City Missouri on September 16 an inquest was held over workers who died in a BM explosion and were entombed 300 feet below the Missouri River. Gas is blamed for the tragedy and the inquiry focused on the mishap and safety failures.

Tansee City Missouri River

Cory to Enter Ohio University as Law Student

Lincoln Cory, fullback for the 1925 Tawa State college football team, confirmed plans to enter Ohio University this fall as a law student. He said he would participate in the freshman festival and hopes to pursue a legal career.

Cory Otto Amor Linccoln Cory Tawa Tiday Mirmars Ohio University

Battalion Killed in Mexican Infantry Ambush Near Nogales

A US Army battalion of Mexican infantry was nearly annihilated in an ambush near Bicum Sosera Moextca by Yaqui Indians. Five thousand troops routed from Chihuahua pursued the Yaqui uprising into the United States via El Paso and Nogales. A embargo on passengers and perishable freight to below Empaline Sonora is reported.

Nogales Ariz USPA Bicum Sosera Moextca Chihuania United States el Paso Snuthers Park Yallrana Mexico Empaline Sonora

Horses and Buggy Safer Than Car at Railroad Crossing

Residents of Pat wattle county tally their lives to muddy roads and a team of horses. Because roads were too muddy for a car, Mrs Belt and her sister and son from Honey Creek Ia drove to town with a four horse team and buggy. At the Northwestern railroad crossing near their home they failed to see an approaching train and the buggy overturned. The horses bolted, scattering the occupants, but none were injured.

Council Bluffs L—'Phrea Pattawattamia Airs Yoo Belt Honey Creek

Bonds Seized From Cincinnati Deposit Box in Court Action

Liberty Lands valued at 314300 were taken from HJ Arnold's Cincinnati box under a court order in a suit by Walsh Construction Co against Arnold and Davis Levy and Leo J Sexton Indianapolis ex Sidney office head. Walsh seeks 145000 recovery, alleging Sexton tipped 291000 on Cincinnati betting and covered losses with firm checks.

Cincinnati O. Sapr. LI Liberty Lands HJ. Arnold Walsh Construction Company Davenport Walsh Company Arnold Davis Levy Leo J. Sexton Indianapolis Sidney, C Sexton

New Hartford community notices and small town events

News from New Hartford Iowa includes social visits among Bryant Chapman Sensenbach Van Horn Gaver and Ward families. A grass fire north of town burned two sections of prairie but was checked by volunteer fire department. Local resignations at cafés, school cafe plans, and a teachers' meeting are noted. Various residents visited, illnesses and recoveries reported, plus a public auction sale and a medical operation discussion City residents mingle over gatherings and routines in September events.

New Hartford George Bryant Wstal Lake Yarcho Typpus Dauphter Waverly Hon Sundiv Retina Hutchinson Tekamah Ty Iutchhinson Camally Woo Dade Jami Wington Ac Sehm Charles Yorkstick Arvin Moarrison Waterlon A. Mor Ates Paul TrnHon Cedar Fat Daily Record Force Milwanker Arthur Corwin Wendee

Geneseo News Briefs From the County

Local notes recount Misses Mary Picossara and Helen Grant resuming studies in Cornill colony after a visit to Mt. Ornon. Mrs Mary Richards, county superintendent, visited Cedar Fave and Wann. Miss Beth Lambert at home, Wils relocate to Waterloo. Mrs OF Merritt visiting Clarion, Omaha visitor. Mrs Lillie Mittohelt returned from Wataring after visiting her daughter. A reception for newly minted teaching staff was held at the school building with eleven types and refreshments. Cornell University chemists announce a new method to make sand glass using germanium substitute from zinc oxide in vulur crystals, promising high value.

Geneseo Goeneren Mary Picossara Helen Grant Cornill Coltary Basle Emersen Mary Richiards County Lintendent Beth Lambert Fundas Toe Unedr Waterloo OF. Merritt Clarion A. Po Omaha Gonoxen Kia Madre Draper Thursdas Lillie Mittohelt Wataring Vishine McButinnes Te Sehont Ayryerd Meeker Fathead Theta Grover Thom

Coolidge to Aid Iowans in Elevator Battle

Gov John Hammill told the Town Farmers Union in Des Moines that President Coolidge would back a push for strict grain handling rules at Chicago terminal elevators. He cited a wire from Coolidge promising help for regular practices, and urged board of trade reform to include producer voice. Mito Reno voiced confidence the convention would adopt the resolution.

Tes Moines INS John Hammill Towa Hammills Chicase Board of Trade Federal Department of Agriculture Chicago Board of Trade Boards of Trade Mito Reno Town Farmers’ Union

Ackley Social Roundup and Tournament Plans

Ackley hosts a busy week with a local Old Club gathering led by Mrs. Van Sant and Mrs. Ruth Cowln as guests. A baseball tournament runs Sunday and Monday on the Harding diamond featuring Hempten Grant Center Parkersburg and Ackles. Visitors arrive from Chicago and Rockford while residents plan visits to Grinnell and Des Moines for college and family events.

Ackley Ackley van Sant Memh al Rie Ruth Cowln Touverly Gowlh Sohn Bockholder Rockford George Adams Geneva Ackley Joe Hang Estertainer Mra Williamscaderfer Mies “Wy Meyers Wesley “Chuck” Chass Roy Kniptal Larne Huck Kalas Mmarom, Mich Mary Richtameter Felon Homan Haenes Drushter Clem Pa Marshatltown Kate Milton Wineryville Efete Ptomitns Toman Lambdth

Tripoli Guests Visit and Local News Roundup

Tripoli residents hosted a reception at the opera house with games and refreshments as families including Mr and Mrs EH and Mr and Mrs Fred Rovremann traveled to Madison Wisconsin to visit sister Mrs Caroline Wine tenture who is German by birth. travels and local goings on include Bramer county party preparations and a hareball fundraiser organized by A Bellino of the Trinall high school.

Tripoli Reekhion Fred Rovremann Fredericea Hase Iene Madison Wis Ciasen New York Pependac Eros Trinall Fiigh Echpel Thee Fog. Schultz

Pheasant push overshadows duck season reports

A South Dakota letter from Arch McFarlane and Robert Parrott details drought effects on duck hunting and a strong farmer push to cull pheasants. Farmers aim to protect grain and fodder while farmers near Kingsbury County prepare to hunt pheasants from October 25 for a 10 day limit of five birds per day.

South Dakota Drouth Arch McParlane Fred Buchanna Lake Preston Kingsbury McFarlane Robert Parrott Bumanns Hava Dakota Farm i Rs Ayer U Bumann

Flight again off Westbury to Varis flight delayed

The New York to Varis flight led by Capt Rene Fonek with three others was postponed due to a gasoline leak in a three motor biplane. Skisponsor Sikorsky ordered the plane stored after leaks threatened takeoff. Fresh weather hopes push tentative restart to tomorrow.

Westbury N.Y New York Varis Rene Fonek Teo Sikorsky

Parkersburg Social Notices Mixed With Travel Chatter

Parkersons Waterloo and nearby towns bustle with weekend visits and family travels. Names include Mr and Mrs S A Jessup, Mrs Ed Heerts, Mr and Mrs C F Paine, Vera Fonpen, David Stevens, Arthur Jessie Stevens, George Kemmerer, Harold Conn, Prof B J Milter, Dr M W Pipestown, Mrs Helen Flynn, Mrs Annie Stanford, Mrs FL WL Bracchett, Alyra Sticking, Mrs Neten Kelley, Ferris, Mrs Axel Jochumson, Dr Ben Tre y, Mrs Charles Snyder, Miss Grace Smit, Iona Palle, Terrence Spain, Mrs Frank Stickley, Clarence McCann, Clyde Wilson, Mr and Mrs Dale Van Eman, Mr and Mrs Claude Turcar, Mrs Riinefelter, Mrs Ed Dickoan, and many others in Cedar Falls and Waterloo area.

Parkersons Tascy Garvey Waterloo Warner Home S.A. Jessup Lisenn Ed Heerts C. F Paine Saines Deyo Tieir Hemr Chicago Vera Fonpen David Stevens Arthur Russ Jessie Stevens Chester Sunda George Kemmerer Pryor Okla Harold Conn B.J. Milter Marshallown Hospital M. Ww Pipestown Man Vers Chdren Redwood Minn Helen Flynn Ceylon Annie Stanford Thomas Herssy Ben Trey Marshaltown Charles Snyder Grace Smit. Demirey George Snitt Cedar Fats Kivan TL Wilson Fertha Akkerman Stewarts Sie Minnis Visigine Eva Voile Taye Wis C Cacn Terrence Spain Town City Frank Stickley Marshalltown Clarence McCann Janasqvil Claude Wilson Cedar Falls Clyde Wilson Charles Evans Ed Dickoan Rue Earth Ade Daleiz “van Eman Frank Turner Claude Turcar Waterlon A.r Riinefelter Cedar J Pats Wit Lawrences Midora Tlairetier Iver Neon Trdependon Rey Mache Aster Herman Plosscher Denver Tota Rey Jalm Arthue Michal Butters Alma Sheffield Mra W. Witterms Christ We Anims Wits Freeport Mtv Mraew Wilhalms George Tetinleten Clevelard Edwards Nebraska Colorsda Sundaes Wester City Harry Stowell Amin Kennin Conrad Sehucheeame Port Atkinton Milwaukee

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