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Newspaper
Jackson Sentinel
Location
Maquoketa, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1921
Page
4
The county fair grounds near readiness for a large show with repairs complete on the second building. Management promises clean concessions, ample space, and well organized exhibits. Weather outlook hopeful and organizers urge attendance daily to enjoy the event.
August 23 to 26 will feature vaudeville acts, parachute drops, and thrilling performances from the Bel-Thaner Trio, McDonald Bicycle Act, Flying Fishers trapeze, and animal trainer Mr. Stafford. Evening entertainment includes the Silver Fountain and a new comedy showcase at the Amphi Theatre. Also scheduled are trotting and pacing races and daily fast baseball games.
Cap Baker a former Maquoketa resident now living in Los Angeles returns to his boyhood town after thirty years. Though blind, he navigates the city by landmarks and familiar routes, locating acquaintances and places with ease. He plans to stay several days to reconnect with the old crowd and see what remains.
Roadways through Mt Hope Cemetery are being paved, described as a long needed improvement by local residents. The cemetery association and trustees receive thanks for initiating the work, which aims to enhance the grounds’ beauty after years of wear.
Red Cross report cites American Relief Administration warning of worsening clothing shortages in eastern and central Europe, especially for babies and the poor. Knitted garments, stockings, sweaters, baby clothing, yarn and thread are in critical demand as homes of laborers face deep hardship. Also notes visits of Miss Mary Walter and several local residents to Tipton and Davenport for social visits.
R Halley of Nashville died Wednesday morning August 17 at 10 oclock after long illness. Born October 4, 1863 on the Maquoketa home farm, he married Carrie Burleson June 15, 1888 in Maquoketa. Survived by wife daughter aged ... funeral at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the Nashville home, Rev Edward A Lang officiating, with burial in Buckhorn cemetery.
Four year old John Murray suffered severe burns on arms and hips Monday evening when his clothing caught fire while playing near a bonfire at his grandmother Mrs J L Druymond’s home on South Niagara Street. George Dunlap rushed to help, caught him, and rolled him on the ground, extinguishing the flames. Timely aid prevented a fatal outcome.
Announcement from Maquoketa notes the marriage of George Mortimer Dunlap and Miss Edna Mildred Detwiler on August 10 in Grand Rapids Michigan. Mort, a former Maquoketa youth, is District Factory Manager for White Truck Company in Grand Rapids. many Maquoketa friends plan to greet the couple on their hometown visit.
Come to the Congregational Church next Sunday at eight o'clock to hear Rev Spooner of Preston deliver a great sermon on Christian ity Four Square. A prominent Y M C A worker during the world war, he weaves his experiences into a vivid gospel message. Come!
Ex servicemen are urged to file exemption claims with the County Auditor by September 1 to qualify for property tax relief up to 500. A marriage license issued August 15 to John S. Schumacher and Amelia Schliemma. the Taylor family, Mrs. Riley Taylor and daughters, arrive from Thermo Gelis Wyoming to Maquoketa. The north window of Lene Furniture breaks in the wind amid a Saturday sale crowd. Maquoketa band played for soldiers’ reunion and to Oxford for a baseball tournament. the band remains active and sought for local events.
Names of prospective jurors listed by township include Monmouth Maquoketa City Tete des Morts Union Farmers Creek and Bellevue with two jurors per entry and many residents such as Logan Bolte Fayram Picket Eads Kilburg Daisy and Kremer named for the September term 1921.
Mrs Olive L Wright died Tuesday at the Becker Home. Her daughter Mrs Florence McDonald died Wednesday in Waterloo. The double funeral will be Friday at 2 36 PM at the Becker Home with Rev I Elgin Brough of the Baptist church officiating. The remains will be brought here for burial.
Salvation Army Commandant Alfreida Swanson announces the cornerstone laying for a Rescue and Maternity Home linked hospital project in Des Moines. The article notes strong Salvation Army presence in Jackson County and ongoing community work, with various local visits and social events mentioned among residents and supporters.
A government letter clarifies that county auditors conveyed a mistaken impression that farm land assessments had risen. The Executive Council states the 1921 taxable value was not exceeded and any increases matched earlier fixed values. Livestock assessments were averaged across classes to ensure fairness, while state funding and taxes may rise due to public utility assessment shifts.
Citizens praise the Sentinel private carrier system in Maquoketa after a Tuesday issue delays caused by a press glitch and rain. Aiming for a Sentinel in every home, the service attracts new subscribers and promises improved delivery as carriers gain route familiarity. Local merchants see added value in late public appeals through home delivery.
On Friday August 26 the Baptist church ladies host a large picnic at Second Ward Park. Members and friends are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fellowship followed by a substantial picnic supper. About a dozen to fifteen chickens have been donated for the meal, with many other dishes to come.
Tramps suspected in a large fire at West Liberty Iowa fair grounds Monday night. The blaze destroyed barns with a 56,000 loss, though no horses were on site. Insured structures and hastily arranged stables for the fair were noted. August 22, 24, 35 references appear in the report.
Attends funeral Dre and Mrs I Q Ristine with Leonard and Miss Franc travel to Buckingham Iowa on Wednesday to attend Pr Ristine’s mother’s funeral. Lena Stender stays with her daughter at Last Nation two weeks. Miss Divine Lott visits Davenport Wisconsin Wednesday to see a friend. Ed Hubbard of Bowling Green Ohio dies at home after short visit with son. Mrs J J Ogden’s grandson dies in Chicago as family arrived Wednesday evening. Dr Horace Moulten and son Robert visit their mother in Prersburg. Mrs Ida Seeley departs Wednesday evening for Iowa City to visit sister Mrs Spencer.
The text outlines a 1913 revenue act changes in the administration tax bill. Fordney reports a net revenue loss of about 790 million dollars, with a corporation tax of 23 1/2 percent on life insurance and 15 percent capital asset gains tax for gains over 40 thousand. Projections show varying losses and gains by 1920 to 1923, including repeals of excess profits and surtax reductions, and new exemptions and taxes across categories.
The brother of Bila5 Ades Soda Mrs An ny Sols and Mrs Fannie Blanche and of Maquokets, all of whom attended the funeral held Thursday morning at Sheelock the Boy andertakime place at Mes cating, passed away Tuesday at midnight.
Fragmentary notes describe a gathering in Boston with mentions of Mr. and Mrs. and several guests. Miss Francis Ristine hosts at her parents home with Dr and Mrs Ly Risine noted as attendees.
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