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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1914
Page
6
A British officer aboard a cruiser captured a striking image during a naval engagement off Diel Goldand Island three weeks ago. The photo shows the British deck and gun in the foreground with the crippled German battleship Mainz heeling in heavy seas as waves soon engulfed her.
The Dairy Cattle Congress in October provides a premium display for about 1215 automobile models. Local dealers secure cars to showcase new types for the coming year, aiming to attract the thousands of visitors and celebrate the dairy industry alongside auto progress.
Sergeant Hutchinson, previously at the state army headquarters in Davenport, returned after three days of attempts to enlist recruits for the United States army without success. He spoke of possibly opening a Davenport recruiting station for the winter but had not decided.
Hon. H W Grout receives notice from the Illinois Commercial Men's association asking him to sign a petition organized by traveling salesmen protesting railroad price increases. The ad references price hikes on mileage books to 2 1 4 cents and mentions Waters' Style Shop and Bridge Street.
A tale describes a tan cave keeper taking a vase with the elixir of life. Many seek to prolong life. the king refuses as he hoards it. When the seeker tries to preserve life, the elixir evaporates, illustrating that those who save their life may lose it while those who love life may keep it. A reflection on letting go and true living.
The Iowa Odd Fellows report total property worth 875 000 fully paid by February with Waterloo set to host the 1916 state convention in Burlington and Waterloo. O H Sweeney of the city is a strong candidate for grand master. The order, with about 325 members, has built a valuable block on Fourth street East and paid more than 100 monthly for member benefits over five years.
The message notes a large Waterloo delegation for the Burlington meeting and promises to offer best hospitality. Trustees boast financial resources and improved facilities with new hotels like Russell Lamson. The piece mentions local shops and a death: William Monroe Garey, 63, dies of cancer at 73 Lane Street after a long illness, survived by his widow and five daughters. Funeral set Thursday at Kistner mortuary with Salvation Army aid.
The Majestic shows its clever vaudeville lineup with the 3 Noses from Nine and Waterloo visit plus Cameron and Gaylord with Hired and Pired. Barto and Clark sing and dance. Warl Girdeller and Dogs and the Marlettes provide performances as the bill ends this evening. A new act A European Novelty with Elopement by H M Zazell and Co premieres tomorrow.
Lawrence B. Greenwood leads a special campaign at Walnut Street Baptist Church drawing large audiences. Attendance rises by about one third from the previous day as Greenwood preaches on identification with Christ and the threefold nature of man. He discusses prayer and awakening, urging all classes to attend church night and join the general prayer groups.
Waterloo city council meets in adjourned session to act on the Officers of the Waterloo Theatre Co. petition to vacate a small alley adjoining the theatre. The council may also act on the Waterloo Engraving Co. petition and consider the adulterated tax levy. it cannot reduce the levy but may recommend to the board of supervisors a reduction. Bond issuance for the sewer extension may be deferred as work is not complete.
About 12 percent of men from the K. OQ. T. M. attended an oy Bier supper and smoker in the A. oe AW. hall last evening. The K. Tt. M. orchestra provided music for the event.
The proclamation urges statewide fire prevention on Friday October 9 1914 urging public meetings to discuss fire hazards water supply fire departments and responsible premises care. It notes avoidable losses of property and life and calls for public action and individual responsibility. The document is signed by Gov. Clark and Secretary Allen dated September 1 1944.
Mr and Mrs A M Smith who have lived 44 years at 118 Argyle Street plan to leave Waterloo for Chicago with their daughter Mrs W G Darling Their move follows Mrs Smiths failing health and marks the end of a long local residence The note mentions potatoes on track near LC freight and a bushel delivered before trailing off into unrelated text.
State Commander A I Lee of Des Moines attended and spoke. Record Keeper George Fergeman also spoke. A potato and sack race entertained guests with prizes. Mr Lee received a cigar jar of assorted smokes. Supper by William Glessner and Harry Fergeman showcased cooking skill. Winter social series begins. Next week Waterloo hive invites J O T Mee members and wives to join in hall.
The annual Grace Methodist Episcopal Church dinner for members aged 60 and over drew about 70 attendees today in the church dining room. The event featured chicken pie, cross-centered table decor, reminiscences of church history, poems by the pastor and Rev J M Rutledge, and phonograph music during the reception.
Washington announces Clarence J. Baxter of Paterson New Jersey has been chosen by President Wilson to be collector of customs for the Dominican Republic to replace W W Vick who resigned. The nomination goes to the Senate this week. Officials would not discuss reports that Vick filed charges against American Minister Sullivan.
The record lists temperatures with multiple dates and a series of odd fragments. It notes midnight readings with minimums and maximums in a convoluted sequence including 40, 44, 47, 64, 63 and a tasinum value of 71.
Theodore Roosevelt addressed Ohio readers urging support for the dry amendment and opposition to the wet amendment. The speech framed temperance as a civic issue in Ohio campaigns this year.
Washington reports a Senate resolution asking whether the British government is blocking American copper shipments in neutral vessels to Rotterdam. A telegram claimed neutral copper not listed as contraband by The Hague Convention is being held up
Swedish explorer Sven Hedin reports in Swedish papers on a German run through Belgium and parts of France. He says residents have returned home and praise German soldiers discipline. Potato shipments and baskets noted in a brief market ad amidst the dispatch.
The Waterloo Dairy Cattle Congress launches an all out promotion beginning Oct 12 with a U S Marine Band appearance Oct 14. Advertising worth at least 7500 is used to reach 100000 farmers through Kimball's Dairy Farmer and posters. Bus banners on 100 Waterloo autos and 1500 Iowa invites broaden reach. posters sent nationwide, including Canada, plus 85000 invites to Iowa and southern Minnesota. Tickets good for both shows sell for 1 each.
The Edwards-Long ley Ransler Smith law firm, representing a railroad in the Charles City interurban tax case and war, celebrated a favorable state supreme court ruling after an earlier district court defeat. George White of Nevada, a progressive Iowa gubernatorial candidate, will speak at the K of P hall Thursday evening at eight. The public is invited.
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