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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1924

Page

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Flier to Finish World Flight With Roses and Festivities

Los Angeles hosts the homecoming for a world flight via a floral welcome. Lieut. Smith and crew return aboard California built planes after stops in Cordova, Yokohama, Paris, London, and more, greeted by 10,900 schoolchildren and a rose garland display. A $1,000 prize per flyer is promised, with reception and dances at Santa Monica Pier. Distinguished officials and Hollywood stars attend as fliers select dance partners fromScreen’s top actresses.

Los Angeles Cal Atherton Lave Aeld UAW Army Navy Rockwell San Diego Crissy Field San Francisco California Southland Thor Bea Inwell H. Smith Canpanians Cordova Yokohama Beihi Paris London Doston Arizona Desert Os An. Feles Toniehe Lieut. Smith Sanita Monica Pier Donald W. Douglas China Sea Siam Continents America Hollywood Lance Barty Los Anzeles Clover Field

Attendance at Dairy Cattle Show Breaks All First Day Marks

Dairy cattle show impressions report record crowd and high scores across breeds. Ohio entries lead Brown Swiss with top scores, while teams from Minnesota North Dakota Missouri Wisconsin win prizes. Pavetej county attendees reach 57 points. winning team advances to National Dairy Show.

O. B. Eby Ohio Theough Brown Swis Association Ohin Wineis Minnesota N. Ma North Dakota Missouri Wisconsin Hy “A. Wams Ormesters Franklin County Pavetej County Otley Teuts Herlan Leonard Lester Ulsan Raymond Mosahan Wig Individ Hels GT County

Gov Files 267 614 Lien Against Means Home Taxes Due

Washington D C Sep 23 Gatlen Means a star in the Daugherty inquiry again clashes with courts as Galen L Tait collector of Internal Revenue District of Naltinmore demands 267 614 dollars for income taxes owed over three years at Means residence.

Gov Washington, D. C Gatlen B. Means Daugherty Galen L. Tait Naltinmore Means Hes Ag Moegus

Dairy cattle contest yields mixed milking results at Dairy Cattle Congress

Fred J. Miller of East High School won first in the MINS Contest with 2.4 pounds of milk as others including Diwid Stevenson of Ames Blick Dry Goods and J. J. Miller of Waterloo Savings Bank took second and third. Ed Mund Rausch faced a playful horned Ayrshire incident during the event. The page also lists participants from Greene and Clayton counties and surrounding towns.

Robert Stewart Magnare Gertrude Kaiser Clayton Councy Walter Fred J. Miller East High School Dairy Catele Congress Diwid Stevenson Ames Blick Dry Goods Company J. J. Miller Waterloo Savings Bank Edmund Rausch Paul Davis Rausch Roger Crowell St. O. Hatch Leonard Miter

Zanni Anxious to Fly as Chinese Bar Landing

Shanghai reports Chinese military authorities refuse Major Zanni of Argentina permission to land, while he remains in Hong Kong. An adviser in Tokyo says Patricio Murphy, advance agent for Zanni, has moved toward Khivil to arrange the flier’s arrival there soon.

Shanghai Zanni Hongkong Muephiy Waielne Tokio Patriclo Murphy Maj Ars Bentine Mer Kone

Beide Asks Pivonae From Eawator Swied St

Divorce filing cites cruel and inhuman treatment by Edward P Jr. who allegedly struck his wife, Marion Atchison of Atlanta Georgia, with clenched fists and knocked her to the floor as part of a domestic dispute in Chicago.

Beide Pivonae Eawator Swied Chicago Edward P_ dwrt, Jr Packer Marion Atchison, Bella Atlenta

Truck overturns injuring Bryant paving crew at Logan and Thine

A Bryant Paving Company truck overturned at Logan avenue and Thine street injuring a crew. One foreman Jim Appermavede and Prank Boccioppse were hospitalized with head and facial injuries. two others treated for bruises. several more received minor scrapes. The crash occurred at 6 39 am and authorities investigated the cause.

Bryant Logan Avenue Thine Street Jim Appermavede Mes Moines St. Francis Hospital ALL War Appermazzese Jess Frey G. R. Patterson

Goolidge Vote Quiet Yet Strong Like Cal Himself

The Courier presents a presidential poll showing Coolidge leading La Follette and Davis with 1,828 votes to 388 and 198 respectively. It notes Coolidge supporters are silent but steady while La Follette appeals to farmers and laborers, and promises results to be published tomorrow.

Goolidge Cal Courier Coolidge Republican Campaign Committee la Molletes la Follette Nich Vera Altho Davis Nte Altho Thera la Pollette Fowa Sgue Iowa Hage

Widow in Jail With Hight Confesses Death Pact

Mrs. Elsie Sweetin, 32, a widow, admits arsenic poisoning of her husband Wilford on July 26 in a plot with Rev. Lawrence Hight to marry, as mob fears grow and deputies rush to guard the jail. The witness denies giving poison, claiming Hight acted alone.

Elsie Sweetin Wilford Lawrence Fght

Elusive Sleuth Claims All Involved Derailed by Trap

The article reports on Means denying sworn affidavits and suggesting the Daugherty probe was framed. It notes alleged letters between Means and Daugherty’s lawyer Felder, seized by Means, and claims he warned senators Ashurt and Wheeler about his actions as the senate committee pursued the investigation.

Daugherty Higher Uns Thomas Felder

Willebrandt Orders Probe Into Cider Party

Assistant Attorney General Mabel Willebrandt instructed United States Attorney Woodcock of Baltimore to open an inquiry into the cider party hosted by Representative John Philip Hill at his Baltimore home on Saturday night. She promised decisive action within the week as the case tests legality and government stance on alcoholic content.

Washington D. C Mabel Willebrandt United States Woodcock Baltimore John Phiilin Hill Willebrande Hill

Expect Big Vote in New Jersey Primary

Newark New Jersey September 28 fair cooler weather and unusually heavy registrations forecast a record primary turnout. Leaders from both parties expect strong vote for U S Senator Walter B Edge and National Committeeman Hamilton P Kean in the Republican nominating contest eclipsing other races for Congress state legislature and local offices.

Newark N. J United States Walter B. Edge Hamilton P. Kean U. S

Governors to attend Yankton bridge dedication

Lincoln Neb Sept 23 Gov Bryan will attend the Oct 16 dedication of the Yankton bridge linking South Dakota and Nebraska after an invitation from Gov McMaster in South Dakota. Mrs W W Beal hosts a Rotary dinner honoring Miriam Hallowell and Marsha McClure at 8 p m. Kiwanians meet at Hotel Russell Lamson with Blossom Time cast members providing a vocal number.

Lincoln Neb Bryan McMaster South Dakota Yankton Bridge Nebraska W. W. Beal Woman's Rotary Club Miriam Hallowell National Committee Marsha McClure Republican Party Kiwanis Hotel Russell-Lamson Two Meebers

Democrats Deny They’re Out of 7 in Race in Iowa

Des Moines report says Democratic workers dispute Republican claims that Coolidge La Follette duel dominates Iowa. They insist Coolidge has little chance and that the real contest is between Davis and La Follette with district conferences planned and speakers to mobilize votes.

Iowa Des Moines Democratic Clyde L. Herring B. J. Feuling Coolidge la Folleltte la Follette Jering Fenling Burlington Davenport Cedar Rapids Harding Wisconsin Minnesota North Dakota Montana South Dakota Nebraska Town Altho Mane Decla New York Indiana Davis South White House

Naval Aircraft vs Warships Inquiry Limited to Navy Planes

President coal idge orders inquiry to evaluate naval aircraft against warships. White House states the investigation will not include military and civilian aircraft or civilian experts. The focus remains on the naval end of the matter and excludes army involvement.

Washington, D Coalidge White House

Man Found Dead in Woods Near Ma noho Aged Farmer

Helmut Klmee, 32, a farmer who disappeared from his home near Manoha, was found dead in the woods six miles from Dubuque. Investigators report a broken leg and believe exposure and starvation led to death after he could not obtain help.

Dubuque. In Helmuth Klmee Manoha

Southwestern Baptists Meet Opens in Shenandoah

Nearly 100 ministers and laymen are expected for the Southwestern Iowa Baptist association meeting in Shenandoah with Rev. C. Wesley Fletcher of Bedford as head of the group. The gathering begins tomorrow and includes diverse church representatives from the region.

Shenandoah Southwestern Towa Baptist Association Wesley Fletcher Bedford Seiki

Cedar Falls to Present Seventeen at Teachers College

Cedar Falls plans a mid winter presentation of Death Tarkington's Seventeen at Teachers College. The announcement lists performances in the college auditorium with cast and dates to be released.

Teachers College Cedar Falls Deoth Tarkinghton

Jury Returns From Estes Park Scout Meet

Arthur F. Jury, Waterloo scout executive, reports returning from the international biennial conference of scout executives at Estes Park Colorado. He traveled by rail and bus with limited car trouble, noting rough Nebraska segments and a robust rural harvest scene while crossing via Central City and Boulder. The Denver gathering drew 730 region eight executives. a mass singing feature closed sessions with regional quartets.

Arthur F. Jury Waterloo Estes Park Colo Ruto Boulder Mra. Jury Cornell Bluffs Denver Nebraska Estesark Rocky Mountains Estes Pack Central City Golo Air Region Eight Towar Topeka Kansas City

Former Waterloo Boy in East Trouble Identified in Auburn Case

A 13 year old Waterloo boy reported to Auburn police as Edward Barnan for larceny was identified as Rueben Con son of Nathan Cohn. Waterloo police traced him via Detroit after he gave teachers and home address and said his parents had moved to Detroit. A juvenile court judge in Auburn was asked to review the case.

Auburn N. Y Edward Barnan Waterloo Rueben Con Nathan Cohn Echoal Detroit Mich Wee Riven Enjil Steffen Rupben Cohn Juve|nile Court Auuuin

Postal Rate Boost Predicted at Postmasters Meet

Indianapolis Sept 23. Postmaster General Harry New predicted increased postal rates in a National Association of Postmasters address. He said new obligations of major importance create a need for an upward adjustment of certain rates. Several hundred postmasters attended the convention.

P.M Indianapolis Ind Harry New National Association of Postmaster Post- Office Department New Said United States

Russian Refugees to Come to America in 1925 Quota

Gov Gen Wood announced from Manila that 1 000 Russian refugees at Olongapo will depart for the United States in December to be included in the 1925 immigrant quota. Admiral Stark led the refugees prior to leaving for Paris with most of the proceeds from the fleet’s fate, according to survivors.

Manila Wood Olongapo United States Stark Paris

Dancer Moves to Dismiss Massive Breach Suit

In San Francisco on September 23 a motion to dismiss without prejudice was filed in U S district court by Ryan Burrows counsel. The action seeks 41 million dollars in a breach of promise suit against Cornelius Vanderbilt Whittey, a New York and San Francisco financier, involving Fontaine from New York.

San Francisco Gal United States District Court Ryan Burrows Fontaine New York Cornelius Vanderbilt Whittey Young New York

Cotton crop forecast at 12.696 million bales in Sept report

Washington Sept 23 crop reporting board of the department of agriculture forecasts a cotton crop of 12 696 000 bales of 500 pounds based on 56 4 percent of normal for Sept 16. The condition on Sept 3 was 69 3.

Washington, D Crop Reporting Board of The Department of Agriculture Oday

New Liquor Permit Law Takes Effect This Fall

A new law becomes effective about Oct 20 requiring physicians to quarterly report liquor prescriptions to the county auditor. Druggists must also file quarterly returns for prescriptions filled under the statute with penalties for noncompliance. Harold Buhman, class of 32 at West High, enrolls in the college of liberal arts to prepare for dentistry.

Harold Buhman West High College of Liberal Arts denUatry

Chinese War Strikes Slow as Chan Tso-lin Advances

Reports from Mankden say Gen Chan Tso-lin's forces seized Chan yang in northern Chihli. Chekiang troops move to a new defense line east of Shanghai while rail communications near Hangchow are cut. Labor unrest threatens broader strikes as fronts remain quiet with sporadic artillery.

Associated Press Tokio Chan Tso-lin Chanyang Chihil Talay Munkden Chang's Head Shanghai China Whangpoa Kiangean Lung Wha Shanghta-Hangchow Hangchow Kashing Yung-Hsiang Gan Chang Harebin Chang Tso-Lin Manchuria Peking Russia Mukden Osaka Mainichi United Press Chang Pio-Lin United Press Today Shahatkwan Gangehoe Tmnewha Chektang

Gen Wood protests order on liquor ban in Philippines

Manila dated report says General Leonard Wood cables Secretary Weeks protesting the legality of a State Department order prohibiting the importation of liquor into the Philippines. Two shipments from Europe arrived to break the temporary drought conditions.

Manila Leonard Wood Cable Department of State Philippines Europe

Knepper Defeats Evans in Amateur Golf at Merion

Ardmore Pa September 23 RK. E. Knepper formerly of Sioux City and now from Chicago defeated Charles Evans of Chicago 7 and 5 in the national amateur golf tournament at Merion. Evans, who first won the title in 1913, trailed by seven holes at the turn and won only one hole after lunch.

Associated Press Ardmore Bobby Dongs Atlanta W. J. Thompson RK. E. Knepper Sioux City Chicago Charles Evans Evans Merions

Cops Aroused When Jail Wall Falls

Cedar Rapids Iowa September 23 Henry Beam a 15 year old mute prepared for a getaway from jail today when police intervened and placed him in another cell He had torn eight bricks from his cell wall six under his cot two fell to the river wall creating a racket that woke the guards He is held for investigation after being found sleeping in a stolen automobile

Cedar Rapids Henry Beam Kean

Fuel Economy and Safety Meetings Planned by Minnesota Division

Minnesota division committees on fuel economy and safety will meet in the offices of H. G. Brown at Illinois Central railroad in Dubuque tomorrow. The fuel economy session is slated for 1:00 p.m. with the safety conference following in the afternoon. About a dozen IC officials from nearby and other divisions will attend, chaired by L. E. McCabe, division superintendent.

Minnesota H. G. Brown Hinois Central Railroad I. C Nere L. E. McCabe Dubuque

Edwin Marks Named New Cheer Leader at West High

Edwin Marks was elected as the new West High cheerleader replacing Saxton Pettit who is ill. Marks led with vociferous yelling during a special assembly to showcase his leadership.

Edwin Marks Saxton Pettit Marks

Cedar Valley Line Plans Bus Service to Des Moines

Cedar Valley Line will run motorbuses from Waterloo to Des Moines if the railroad commissioners approve its certificate at a Nevada hearing. W C F WN plans routes via Hudson Reinbeck Grundy Center Eldora Hubbard Zearing and Ames with two new 21 passenger buses in service. Additional buses will follow as road improvements allow faster intercity travel than motorbus offerings.

Nevada W., GC Waterloo Des Moines C. M. Cheney Pew Hudson Thru Reinbeck Grundy Center Eldora Hubbard Zearing Ames Rainbow Highiay Congress L. O. Pantages Cheney Arilroad Tatorbus

Paroled Prisoner Clarence Fix Dies in Custody

Clarence Fix, 43, serving a suspended ten year sentence for stripping automobiles, was taken into custody with a companion by police in Muscatine Iowa at the request of the state parole board. He was found dead in his cell this morning, body discovered on a bunk. parole revocation status unclear.

Muscatine Clarence Fix Asi Hight White Polson Fix F. G. Bilkey State

Guard Recruiting Halts in 22 States

The War Department ordered recruiting for the national guard in 22 states stopped today due to insufficient funds. States affected include Illinois Indiana Michigan Nebraska North Dakota Ohio South Dakota Wisconsin, with the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico guards also impacted.

Washington, D. C War Department Illinois Indiana Michigan Nebraska North Dakota Ohio South Dakota Wisconsin District of Columbia Porto Rico

Death of Mrs Clarinda Huskins at 52 in Waterloo

Mrs Clarinda Huskins aged 52 died at 4 20 pm at home 308 Fowler Street Waterloo Born July 9 1872 in Irma Married J C Huskins March 6 1890 lived in Irma until 1926 then moved to Waterloo Survived by husband four children Marie Fox Lillie May June Lucile and Milton E B Huskins mother Mrs Mary Blasier a sister Mrs Lien Gross and two brothers Jesse Blasier and Worthington Blasier Funeral from Kistner Chapel at 1 pm Thursday burial in Harfington Cemetery viewing at home until 11 am Thursday

Clarinda Huskins Fowler Street Irma J. C. Huskins Huskins Royal Neighbors of America Brotherhood of Americ San Yeomen Mr. Huskins Marie Fox Lillie May Huskins June Lucile Huskins Waterloo Milton EB. Huskins Deg Moines Mary Blasier Waverly Lien Gross Alberta Gan Tne Jesse Blasier Des Moines Worthington Blasier Sacramento Col Kistner Harfington ‘Cemetery

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets for Skinny Kids

Advertisement urges mothers to give McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets to puny children for 30 days to gain weight and vigor. Sold in 60 tablets for 60 cents at various druggists with a money back guarantee if no improvement. The product is sugar coated and touted as candy like and easy to take. Endorsed by Dr Munk of New York.

McCoy Wanglerros CG. Z. Miller Schuentan Drug Co Robert Drug Co VR. Munk New York Aries

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