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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1913
Page
4
Nora Springs Iowa sept 25 special. Elsie Berg died by firing her clothes in a living funeral pyre. A note from her lover found among her possessions may reveal motives tied to a troubled home life and potential scandal. Investigators discuss guardianship and alleged abuse by the stepfather E Bartell.
A 75 year old man, George H H Caldwell, is sued by 29 year old Helen Marie Mason over alleged broken marriage promises after Caldwell engaged to Maude Taylor, 18, while still married. The case outlines Caldwell’s prior relationships and the engagement details in Boston, sent in late January. Wakefield’s Blackberry Balsam ad copy follows, praising the remedy’s safety and lack of laxatives.
A Waverly Iowa letter argues the Republican Party will endure after recent turmoil. The writer cites the party’s origin, Civil War victory, free institutions, financial leadership, tariff laws, homestead acts, and growth in population and wealth. He predicts renewal, house cleaning, new leaders, and a revived platform as Progressives return.
Des Moines reports the 1913 Iowa State Fair posted a gain of $5,017 in total sales of Hebers, per preliminary figures by secretary A. R. Corey. Total sales reached $122,160.75, compared with last year’s $123,---.
Lincoln Neb Sept 24 Special Rev A J Northrup pastor of Grace M E church Waterloo Ia and Miss Hazel Shoaf of Lincoln were married today in Lincoln Nebraska
The couple married at noon today in Trinity Methodist church with Rev. Dr. B. Hull officiating and the full Episcopal ring ceremony. The bride wore a brown tailored suit and orchids, followed by a luncheon at Lincoln hotel. They depart for Minneapolis for their honeymoon and return to Waterloo next Thursday. The bride, a state university student, is noted as an artist and Trinity church member. her husband served as pastor there for five years.
Due to heavier workloads in the clerk of courts office Fred Pettit names Jeadie M Becker deputy, approved by the county board. She has served as an assistant and will issue marriage licenses and handle clerk duties, joining Edward W Crowl as the second deputy amid growing probate and general work.
Advertises Foley Kidney Pills as a cure for obstinate kidney and bladder trouble rheumatism and lumbago claiming to remove the cause. Sold by all dealers with emphasis on honesty and proven results.
Pastor Daniel Tuule of New York City will lecture on Two Salvations but No Second Chance at 7:30 p m Friday in the Public Library east assembly room. He will address whether heathens have a chance at salvation or eternal punishment and explain the church’s Gospel age provisions. Seats are free, no collection, all invited.
Can't afford to have kidney trouble no man with a family to support can afford it nor need he fear it with Foley Kidney Pills an honest medicine safe and reliable coating little but doing much good Foley Kidney Pills eliminate backache and rheumatism tone up the system and restore normal action of kidney and bladder for sale by all druggists.
Amusements note that Coon Hollow, a southern comedy drama, will be presented tonight at the Waterloo theatre by the Fane-Gorrell company. Also The Spendthrift by Emerson Browne plays Saturday matinee and night with Miss Marion Sherwood in Frances Ward role. Theresa Martin company to perform next week starting Monday Sept 29 with The Belle of Society. bargain prices 10 and 20 cents.
An old advertisement promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy for rheumatic pains and swollen joints. It claims weak kidneys leave uric acid in the blood and promises to build up kidneys, restore action, and keep uric acid crystals out of the body. Available from all dealers.
A lecture by Dr Palmer on Bible story telling is expected to be very instructive. Yesterday's study concluded the Exodus series, and last evening's lecture on the Gospel of John was given. Attendance remained strong despite bad weather as tomorrow's sessions close the Bible institute.
Laporte Indianaers await news of Belle Gunness who vanished eight years ago after killing twelve people at her farm. Police Chief William Meinke and attorney H W Worden pursued a tip to locate her as two strangers arrived claiming a criminal wanted in Laporte could be located. They planned to travel to Chicago after meeting local officials.
Ninety-two Iowans were successful yesterday in the government land drawing at Glasgow Montana. The list includes Ed Walker Anthony J W Kirkpatrick Pauline Mohler C Farnum Des Moines Martin Dea Shelby G Boors B J Vanha Ol Wein George Hanson Bode C E Ramsey West Liberty Conrad Mogen Lake Mills Mary Regan Waukon and many others. The drawing will continue for several days as 12 000 names will be drawn along with a jury verdict in a separate case and an upcoming chicken supper at First Lutheran church
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