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Newspaper

Jackson Sentinel

Location

Maquoketa, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1920

Page

5

Jury Convicts Hayes of Assault and Battery

In the State Town case against Gilbert Hayes, charged with assault with intent to commit great bodily harm against Chris Rommert, the district court jury found Hayes guilty of assault and battery after a Decem ber 29 1919 attack on Rommert at Charles Fuller’s farm near Andrew. Hayes claimed self defense. the jury rejected it. Sentencing faces a fine up to 100 dollars or 30 days in jail, with judgment likely next week as term ends.

Gully State of Town Gilbert Hayes Chris Rommert Hayes Charles Fuller Andrew W. H. Palmer G. L. Ely Hares Donegan

Inter-church World Movement Held Across Iowa Counties

The Inter-church World Movement reached Jackson County with sessions in the Baptist church on Tuesday April Sth led by Rev. Dr. A M M Bageard and others. Delegates from Monmouth Betlevud Miles Sabula and local churches attended as talks covered foreign missions world needs and church cooperation in a county advisory committee was formed with D F Boomershing county convener and Mr. Von F Schirmer elected secretary.

Iowa Jackson County Baptist Church A. MM. Bageard Drake University Des Moines Smith Subyla W. J. Suckow Congregational Church Earlville I. G. Milligan 1St Congregational Church Dubuque America Inter Church D. F. Boomershing J. J. Kidder von F. Schirmer Bellevue Kingdom of Our Common Lord Mary Joiner E. A. Lower Cedar Rapids Stn Opticon Monmouth Betlevud Miles Sabula

Hamley Undergoes Operation At Cottage Hospital

Arch Hamley underwent an operation at the Cottage Hospital on Thursday afternoon and withstood the ordeal, a piece of news that will ease anxious friends.

Arch Hamley Cottage Hospital

Carson Memorial Hospital proposed for Maquoketa

Amid rising emergency cases in Maquoketa a plan seeks to raise $5000 to build a local hospital. Subscriptions under $25 from the past year would be paid in full and larger gifts receive matching support. Local physicians would donate surgery or general services to bolster funds. Communications to Lock Box 718 Maquoketa Ia.

Maquoketa Tfhis Carson Memorial Hospital

Elwood Elects To Consolidate Schools In Clinton County

Voters in Elwood approve a new consolidated district on April 3 as part of Clinton County’s push to merge five districts Elwood joins Elvira Goose Lake Welton Calamus Delmar and part of Miles into a 167 square mile consolidation covering a major portion of the county. The Washington Township district faces legal action if it does not comply by creating a central school and organizing pupil transport.

Lang Elwood Clinton County Washington Township Elvira Goose Lake Welton Calamus Delmar

Local Surgery Success At Cottage Hospital

Operation for appendicitis performed Wednesday evening by Dr. Fairchild of Minton assisted by Dr. Stuart Bowman of this city on Gale Bowman son of Mr and Mrs Am J Bowman. Patient endured the procedure well and is expected to make a complete recovery.

Cottage Hospital Fairchild Minton Stuart Bowman Gale Bowman Am J. Bowman

Mrs J R Stoll Takes Ownership On South Main Street

Mrs J R Stoll becomes owner of the C B Pilmer residence on South Main Street. Possession will be given.

Mra J. R Stoll C. B. Pilmer South Main St Posseston Senn

Baby daughters announced by local couple

Mr and Mrs Barry Peter announce the arrival of two baby daughters to their family, noting the birth occurred Wednesday and they reside south of town.

Barry Peter Ng Ape Foe

Morgan Delights Large Audience at First Congregational

Dr J G Morgan delivered a well received lecture titled Over the Sea and Home Again to a large crowd last Sunday at the First Congregational Church. The event drew attendees from the church and Sunday School room despite bad weather.

Morgan First Congregational J. G Morgan Methodist Church J. J. Kidder Dr. Morgan First Congregational Church Wales Bes Congregational Church

Iowa Democrats to Meet in Des Moines April 16

Iowa Democrats will meet in Des Moines on April 16 to pick a state slate of officers. The call for the conference was issued by the central committee. Petitions for several Democratic aspirants to state positions are circulating and will be presented for consideration at the conference.

Iowa Towa Democrats Des Moines D ‘Hitman Central Committee

Mt Fleming Injured In Hay Load Accident

Mt Fleming sustained a serious accident Tuesday afternoon when a hay load from the Shubble farm overturned near Hurstville. He was thrown and badly broke and dislocated his shoulder along with multiple bruises. Dr Risline attended and cared for him.

Shubble Farm M.T. Fleming Hurstville

Society Meeting Notes State New Plans

Society meets with Mrs Anabel Toto and Mrs Lilian Barrows Monday evening A birthday surprise was held for Mrs Carp Phillips A picnic supper followed The next meeting is with Mrs Eisie Lott on Monday April 12 to sew tarpet rags Cor see.

Armenian and Home Relief Society Anabel Toto Lilian Barrows Carp Phillips Eisie+Lott Cor

Operation at Clinton Hospital Satisfies Bow Family Daughter Submits to Procedure

Mrs. Claude Goldin of Caicaro, daughter of Mr and Mrs S Fl Bow man, underwent an operation Tuesday morning at St. Agatha hospital in Clinton. Dr Fairchile performed the procedure. A bright new Visible Typewriter with all features listing at 3.00 per month was advertised by F G B in care of Jackson Sentinel.

Clinton Claude Goldin Caicaro S. Fl. Bowman St. Agatha Hospital Fairchile Jackson Sentinel

Baseball Fans Rally for New Local League and Renovated Ground

Interest in the national sport grows as the American Legion organizes to support a revived baseball scene in Maquoketa. Plans envision a renovated ball ground with cement floor, new grandstand, bleachers, and seating, plus strong regional league talks with Dyersville Cascade Monticello and Anamosa. Enthusiasm builds for a five-band of rooters and a looming ball team ahead of season opening.

American Legion Marist Dyersville Cascade Monticello Anamosa Maquoketa Vocal Legion Pos FLE

Block Service Co. Takes Over Local Coal Yard

Effective April first the Rutenbeck and Barker coal yard transfers to The Block Service Company which will operate it as successors. Frank Barker becomes local manager and notes coal quality won’t be cheaper this month. Possible freight rate increases and miners’ advances granted are mentioned as upcoming changes.

Rutenbeck & Barker Block Service Company Frank Barker

Death Notice for John Taylor Ward in Cascade

John Taylor Ward died in Cascade after illness with flu. He had traveled there in February for business then contracted the illness and passed away at the home of Mr and Mrs Dave Barton. He was esteemed by friends and connected with the Banghart family. Funeral services set for 11 Friday afternoon in Cascade with burial beside his wife in Cascade cemetery.

Ward Our Jong Taylor Cascade Taylor Casscade Dave Barton Fungis

Meeting of the Relief Corps Supports Soldiers Home Aid

The Ladies of the HRC held a Wednesday afternoon meeting voting 31 for Marshalltown Soldiers Home and 51 for the ambulance fund. The G A R and WRC endorsed Mrs Minsie Miller for Department President. WCTU to hold its regular monthly meeting at Mrs George Tedds on Vermont Street.

A. W Hips Woman's Relief Corps Marshalltown Motor Ambulance Fias G. A. R and W.rc Minsie Miller Spleatie Supgee Fey A. Wctu W. C T. U, Wit George Tedds Vermont St

Body of Missing Man Identified After River Find Near Gordon's Ferry

A body found in the Mississippi near Gordon's Ferry was identified as Henry Northrup from Dubuque. Letters in the dead man's pockets linked him to Northrup, and Dubuque authorities arrived to confirm the identity. Funeral held Friday in Dubuque with Thos McWilliams covering expenses.

Misissippi Gordon's Ferry Bellevue Herald Leuger Gardens Smith’s Wm. Henneger Herman Engelken Lloyd Latte Bellevue Justice E. Bittner Engelken Undertaking Rooms Dennison Henry S. Northrup Dubuque Fullerton Duubuque Mr. Noxthrup Thos. McWilliams New Southern Chicago Wales and Julien

Unprecedented Record Set by County Recorder Office

The first quarter report of County Recorder Chas A Lindinesu to the Board of Supervisors shows record volumes in documents filed and fees earned. March alone set a new record with 720 documents. land transfers and farm property deals keep staff busy as attorneys and land dealers rush to close bargains.

Chas A. Lindinesu Board of Supervisors Chas Lindineau Depot Emma Weber

Lost Nation Pioneer Woman Dies After Long Illness

Lost Nation mourns as a longtime resident dies after a lingering illness at her home. She was a pioneer citizen of the community. Survived by a son and three daughters.

Winme Revine Lost Nation Com

Tailor E D Harris Opens New Rooms for Bespoke Suits

E D Harris The Tailor announces move to rooms over a shop named by A Mason and Martensen. The note invites patrons seeking the best in ladies and gentlemen tailored suits. A mark master degree fork is planned Friday evening with members urged to attend.

Nusbss Iam E. D. Harris Martensen A. Pd

Mrs. John Welch Dies in Apparent Suicide

Mrs. John Welch of the First ward reportedly hanged herself at her home on Thursday. Ill health and recent improvement preceded her death. her husband worked outside the home and left her alone. Coroner deemed no inquest necessary. funeral arrangements not yet made. The deceased was formerly Miss Jessie Manning, about 35 years old.

John Welch Manning Brothers David Pierce Welch Hane Welch Sta’way Lowder Jessie Manning

Memorial Day program clears major hurdle with Governor Moore

The Memorial Day committee in Maquoketa secures Lt. Gov. E R Moore to deliver the address after invites to top speakers were declined. A joint GA R B WRC and American Legion meeting chose to hold the event under tent cover to guard against rain, arranging use of the Honeywell tent from the local mink association. The plan aims to proceed smoothly for a grand county Memorial Day on the 30th with G A R and Legion participation.

Foe Thomas E R. Moore Maquoketa Moore Ga.rb W. RC American Legion Minks Association Honeywell

France and Germany Edge Toward War Over the Ruhr

The piece argues France has begun a dangerous path by occupying Frankfort and Ruhr regions in response to Germany’s suppression of a Ruhr revolt. It warns allied hesitation and Marshal Foch’s expansionist aims could destabilize peace, leaving Germany and France pitted along the Rhine with potential broader conflict.

France Frankfort Rhine Rehr Germany America Great Britain Italy Geremany Stratesy Ruhr Prange Berlin Line Marshal Foch

Hit's Green House Sold to Rock Island Man

H. G. Hill closed a deal Thursday afternoon transferring his greenhouse property on Pleasant St to Robert Grapengeter of Rock Island. Possession will be given July 1. Grapengeter has four days' hood in the trade and has worked as foreman for Bills the florist and other florists.

H. G. Hill Green House Pleasant St Robert Grapengeter Rock Island Grapengeter Bills Trieries Mel Hill Java Larger Cits

Search for Missing DeWittei Continues

The search for 14 year old Grace Stewart of DeWeet continues. Miss Stewart left her sister's home in McCausland to travel to Clinton en route to her home and disappeared. A Clinton woman who left for Chicago on a Northwestern train last Wednesday saw two fares at the station answering Miss Stewart's description and heard the firm say she was going to Chicago. A middle aged woman with her asked her to get off. Mr and Mrs D H Anderson arrived home Tuesday evening after spending months in Lesce.

Grace Stewart DeWeet Miss Stewart McCausiand Clinton Chicago Northwestern St Mtering

Also Mentioned on This Page

Governor Moore Hai Seat Prey Sl MT. Fleming Chet Roce the Block Service Co.mens Yard John Taylor SemecHay Co. Recorder Lady Dead R A. Masons Claude Buchner Wyoming Howard Johnson J. W. Mason Limited Press Hit Rock Island Man DeWittei D. H. Anderson Les
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