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Newspaper
Iowa Citizen
Location
Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1903
Page
8
The case of BH. F. Rate versus A. B. Parrott, over a division line in an alley on the West Side, dominated the opening day of the September term before Judge Byington. After inspecting the scene, the dispute was settled to both parties’ satisfaction.
Superintendent Langenberg urges county school officers to attend the convention at 2 PM. The program promises timely talks and ample time for personal arrangements before the gathering. Citizens reporter notes the importance of a large turnout.
Judge Tudge Byington held an open session, dismissing the Mary Riggs vs. Catherine Weiler case at plaintiff cost and continuing Preston vs Wag oper. He inspected the Jacob Albright vs. Cedar Rapids Iowa City Railway & Light Co. site as the interurban dispute looms, Albright alleging water damage and seeking relief.
Miss Montgomery who has taught dancing in the city for three years relocates from Kenyon Hall to the New Majestic hall on Dubuque street this season due to larger class sizes.
The Schueseler family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends who offered sympathy in their recent bereavement. They are crushed with sorrow but comforted knowing they do not weep alone. Alous Schueseler and children.
The grand jury remains focused on minor matters with much testimony already submitted. Indictments are not expected in all terms, but cases like the alleged illicit liquor sales in Madison and Jefferson townships may come before them. The Kelley and Jones cases are anticipated soon as witnesses have been examined and the panel works through a large stack of criminal straw.
The board plans to review bills and may fill the vacancy created by Director Chansky. Chester Keppler, a 1902 graduate now at the Annapolis Naval School, spoke to the high school about naval cadet duties.
This evening at 7:30 the Rest Room the King's Daughters hold their regular monthly business meeting to select delegates to the state convention in Burlington on October 32. The group is noted for its active work and progressive stance.
Cedar Rapids and Inova City Interurban will build an overhead crossing over Northwestern tracks in Cedar Rapids to facilitate double tracking and straighten the line. Construction starts at once to improve scheduling between the city and Cedar Rapids.
The Johnson County Medical Association will hold its first meeting since last spring at Dr J A Valente's office. Dr Lord and Dr Bierring are on the program for papers. General discussion will occupy part of the time.
Due to the court's absence the Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank versus Jacob C Loehr case is continued until Friday. The dispute centers on whether Loehrs rent lien has priority over the banks chattel mortgage on certain property.
Yesterday the district court logged ninety five new cases with fifteen defaults and seven settlements. Several cases list default of multiple defendants while others ended with judgments or quieting of title. A number of cases were settled or dismissed including several with costs paid and out of court arrangements. Assembly Saturday evening of
In Downey wreck case Josephine Dvorakis versus Rock Island Company a default was entered when no answer appeared. After a conference the default was set aside and the railroad was given until Monday to file an answer, preserving the large claim for the time being.
Mr. Samson of the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society will speak at Bethelhem Chapel next Friday at 7 30 p m on Gods Eternal Purpose. All are invited with no collection.
Total enrollment in city public schools this year is 1306, up from 1284 last year. Grade enrollments rise by 53, while high school numbers drop by 31 due to fewer students advancing from grammar to high school. A large incoming grammar class is expected to boost high school attendance next year.
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