Cox Named Democratic Standard Bearer For Presidential Campaign
Governor Cox of Ohio accepts the Democratic nomination for president. He delivers a forceful address in Dayton outlining policies, denouncing Republican leaders Lodge and Penrose, and pledging straight thinking and no campaign funding battles. He stresses education, voting rights for women, and reliance on divine guidance.
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Cox
Ohio
Democratic Party
Dayton
Lodge-Penrose
Chicago
Rural Prosperity Amid Home Grown Harvests
Country residents report steady yields with fifty to seventy bushels per acre from threshing, corn thriving, and showers shaping a bountiful season. Rainfalls were gentle and timely, fruit and garden produce ample, while potatoes and local needs show solid prospects. Manzo Smith and daughter Marian visited Fayette Town, Maine. Marian stayed longer.
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Prin
Capt HE Beedle Dies in Alaska
Telegram from E W Beedle of Tacoma announces the death of Capt H E Beedle on Sunday August 1 in St Michel Alaska. He will be interred in Bellevue in the Presbyterian cemetery after arrival in Tacoma around August 14. Beedle, born June 21 1853 in Bellevue, was a famed river pilot on the Mississippi and later on the Yukon, age 67, long noted for his skill and popularity.
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Jos. Kelso
E. W. Beedle
Tacoma
Wash
H. E. Beedle
St. Michel
Alaska
Bellevue
Presbyterian Cemetery
Yukon River
al. Heddle
South Dakota
Capt. Beedle
Publisher Turns Dare Across Mississippi River Stunt
Col league and press crew witnessed former publisher Aotecant owner Wendrew Gault swim the Mississippi at Burlington in a full overseas uniform with hobnail shoes bound around his neck and hands behind his back. The stunt mirrors a similar act six years earlier in Sabula.
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Burimgier
Hawkeye
Wendrew ~ Gault
Delmar Journal
The
News
Salem Town
Gault
Mississipp
Burlington
Miles Home Fire Destroys Kitchen After Gasoline Stove Explosion
Mrs. Peter Kuhl of Miles faced a severe house fire when a gasoline stove exploded while dinner preparations were underway. The blaze quickly engulfed the kitchen and dining room, spreading despite an early alarm. Firefighters arrived and fought the flames, saving much yet causing extensive furniture damage. The couple, both aged, suffer considerable inconvenience though the house is insured. Sympathy from friends is noted as they begin clean up.
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Miles
Peter Kuhl
Kun
H. Gale Buchner
Maquoketa
Cat Bin Repair Accident Narrows Near Miles
Severs Artery While repairing the cat bin near Miles, Marshall Mysell fell and struck a drag tooth that pierced his leg and severed an artery. A doctor was hastily summoned to render medical aid. Friends hope he recovers in days. N L Nealey visited Fairbanks for a family stay. Ned Hamley of Winfield, Nebraska, visiting J T Harley home. Hamley once resided here and enjoys a homecoming among old friends.
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Marshall Mysell
Miles
Wren
Hysell
N. L. Nealey
Fairbank
Mr. Mealey
N. A. Hamley
Tasks
Wash
Nes
Ned Hamley
Winfield
Nebr
J. T. Harley
Mr. Hamiey
Skeleton Found in Bellevue Gravel Pit
James Wade, twelve, found a human skeleton in a Bellevue gravel pit near his home. The skull and bones were removed, with local belief linking the remains to a long-ago travelling gypsy band said to have passed through Bellevue. The discovery has stirred strong local interest and theories.
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James Wade
Jennie Wade
Bellevue
Wade
Hrelievuz
Opening of Maquoketa City Memorial Hospital
The new City Memorial hospital was formally opened last Thursday by owner Mrs. Ama Becker. The event featured a lawn reception with cream, a view of the redecorated building, a modern operating room, and comfortable patient rooms. Miss Marie Hise will be head nurse with Mrs Becker as overseer and manager, ensuring high quality care.
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Uosota
New City Memorial Hospital
Amae Beker
Becker
Maquoketa
Marie Hise
R Nz
No Trace of Bank Raters in Moline Bank Robbery
Police statewide failed to find a single clue toward the capture of the eight bandits who robbed the Savings Bank at Moline of $15,000 last Tuesday. Roper, an escaped convict from Port Madison, is suspected as the gang leader after the cashier recognized his photo. Authorities believe four men committed the burglary with four others acting as guards, with traces of the robbers lost near Milan.
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Dane
Minois
Moline
Roper
Port Madison
Tingle Ader
Milan
Truck of Brady Electric destroyed by fire near Andrew
A Brady Electric Company truck loaded with brush burned completely after a spark from a nearby pile touched it during construction near Andrew. The vehicle, about a year old and valued at 1000 dollars, had no insurance. Residents warn the public to secure coverage.
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Brady Electric Company
Andrew
St. Gale Bechner
Soldiers Reunion Program Set for Preston Iowa
Program outlines the Soldiers Reunion in Preston on Wednesday and Thursday August 18 and 19 with events including reception of veterans groups, registration at 10 30, dinner at noon, address by Prof Guthrie and memorial services. Local attendees include Maquoketa delegates and town officials with various musical acts and presentations. The item lists officers and committee roles and notes accompanying social visits.
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Preston
Iowa
Viking
Sons of Veterans
World War American Legion
América
Adience
N. G. Dye
Dram Corps
F. EL Tripp
E. L. Lampe
American Legion
Ibs
Luella Hill
Leonard Ad Spooner
Sper’ B. Thomas
Stuart Bownis
Cornell
Dye
der Oz
Jyn Steinbure
Sira Mae Lockwood
de. Frank
Roach
The
Association
Avon Owen
Fred Gurlus
Maquoketa
Johr T. Nicholson
Laura Dye
Ben van Steinburg
Fred S&s Kine
Lawrence 3
Streager
X. G. Dye
Monmouth
Fred
Patriotic Ladies
Julia van Steinburg
Mary Bechanan
Pianiet
Beulah Walstead
Red Faber Dominates Tigers in 1917 Shadow of White Sox Fame
Cascade star Red Faber, a hero of Chicago's 1917 World Series, returns to form after two years of decline. He wins again this season, with Detroit's Harry Bullion praising his July 27 victory as a display of superior pitching and strategic woe for the Tigers.
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Red Faber
Cascade
Daime
White Sox
Chicago
Harry Bullion
Detroit Free Press
Red
Tigers
Red” Faber
Navinfield
Faber
Brady Lands Contract Manager Post for DeWitt Line
Brady ex foe pry Electric Co of Maquoketa arrived in DeWitt on Tuesday to plan the new transmission line eastward. He will start work at Span as the material can be potter there. Brady has sold plants the past four years but leaves the territory to pursue Hi Line construction. The DeWitt line involves about 5000 and could grow to 50000 to 100000 as demand broadens.
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Brady
Foe Pry Electric Co
Maquoketa
DeWitt
Span
de- Witt
Fine Arts Club Picnic At Bowen Home
The Fine Arts Club of the city held its annual picnic Friday evening at the spacious West Platt Street home of Dr. and Mrs. A. B. Bowen. Full attendance marked the event with visiting guests including Mrs. Williams of Davenport and Misses Mary and Lene Spencer of Washington, D. C. Mrs. A. J. House delivered a biennial report that was praised for its clarity and appreciation by attendees.
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Autifana
A. B. Bowen
West Platt St
Williams
Davenport
Mary and
Lene Spencer
Washington, D. C
A. J. House
Legion Women Organize Local Auxiliary After Meeting
At a Thursday gathering of wives mothers and sisters of veterans the Woman's Auxiliary of the local American Legion post moved to form a chartered unit. Officers elected include President Mrs James Camplet and President Mrs Bess Palmer with Miss Beatrice Sharp as Secretary and Mrs Frei Davis as Treasurer. Anticipated membership reaches 150 after charter approval with August 19 set for next meeting. Linzi Lyon returned home to Payette Iowa while Tom Hamilton was summoned from Minneapolis due to illness of Katherine Hamilton.
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Legion Auvliay
Woman's Auxiliary
American Legion
James Camplet
Bess Palmer
Beatrice Sharp Treas
Frei Davis
Hundral
Sinc
Linzi Lyon
Manzo Smith
Payette
Iowa
Tom Hamilton
Minneapolis
Katherine Bamilton
Maquoketa Defeats Davenport 4 to 0 in Muddy Diamond Battle
Maquoketa wins 4 to 0 against Davenport McLelland on a very muddy diamond. Jones dominates with 11 strikeouts and 5 hits allowed. Bailey belts a three base hit in the second inning, the longest of the season at home grounds, and Maquoketa adds 15 hits to Davenport’s 5.
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Maquoketa
McLelland
Davenport
Jones
Bailey
Abrhpcaf
E. Woeber
Black
Aogozairah Ludwig
Miller
Ruefer
Woeber
Reis
Nagel
Thorapson
Bradley
Berkeley
Hanson
Rutenbeck
Sgmsen
Bradley E. Woeber
Dowdle
Black i Ledwig
Maquoketa U
Sheriff Ramsey Seizes Four Whisky Stills in Week
Still No 1 was busted, Henry Bartels south of town took loss and bail set at seven hundred dollars. Henry refused to share his distilling formula with Sheriff, suspecting competition. Bill Prendergast linked to Still No 4 copper jug, per DeWitt Observer.
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Ramsey
Henry Bartels
Henry
Hank
Bill Prendergast
Still No
DeWitt Observer
Odd Fellows Lodge Rooms Repainted and Renovated
Regular meeting set for Friday August 13 with N G Charles Lindenan presiding. Lodge rooms at Joliet reported fully renovated with new paint wallpaper and decor. Trustees E A Coveriah B E T Ch Joh Mubthatsen oversaw work. Jackson Lodge No 58 takes pride in updated parlors and hall. Baby boy born to Welthiv D L Miller on Route One. Jim Haight’s restaurant buys a new Dodge delivery car. Fire at Joliet penitentiary destroys main car shop area. city department efforts prevent prisoner disorder confirming no unrest seen.
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Odd Fellows
Chas. A. Lindenan
Odd Fellows Lodge
En Place
Blatchl
Brad
Juhn Turmer
Silas Bersley
E. A. Coveriah
BE. T. Ch
Joh Mubthatsen
Jackson Lodge No
Lodge Hall
T. E. Stephens
Chicote
Jim Haight
Restaurent
Father Lavehlin
Otter Creek
Muss
South Garry Owen
Father Walsh
Joliet
State Park Commission Visit Highlights Jackson County Beauty Spot
State Park Commission visits the Jackson County caves with a delegation of Maquoketa citizens to explore converting Burt's of Morehead graves site into a state recreation area. Engineers will draft practical plans for a lakeside dam and improved access while officials praise the project as boosting regional tourism and preserving natural beauty.
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State Park Commission
Jackson County
Maquoreta
Fox
Burt
Morehead
Ramsey
Switzerland
Joseph Kelsolaf Bellevue
Fine Arts Club
A. J. House
Park Commission
Messrs. Morehead
Iowa
Illinois
Wiscon
Sin
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Senatorial Cabal
Lodge Penrose
Swact
Yopeta
Marian
Fayette Iown, Me
Smith
Miss Marian
HE Beedle
Belleve
Bmrn
A. Barrick
Jean Barrick
Sions City
Gilmore
H. E. Kine. Dauhter
Ruth
Bruce King
University Hospital
Town City
Rochester
New York
Phillips
Clyde Calkins
Rock Island
Cain
Anas Cain
Waverly
Fine Art Club
Pini
Mike Nownan
Crabby Mila
Coy McCumber
Rev
Mes
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