Ex Mayor William Morden Dies After Weeks of Illness
Ex mayor William C. Morden, a lifelong Jackson county native and Civil War veteran, died at his Fulton home after several weeks illness. He helped found Maquoketa commerce, served as mayor for two terms, and was active in Masonic and G A R circles. Survived by wife Alice McDonald and four children, funeral Friday at four.
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Morden
Jackson County
Lona
Farmers Creek Township
Sentinel Souvenir Adition
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Jacksdrr County
Iowa
Ohio
Fulton
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3Th Tows
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Miss
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Iowa Cavalry
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Lillian Barrett
Twin Falls
Idaho
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Florence Hackett
Lewistown
Mont
Odd Fellows
A. W. Drips Post
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D. F. Boomershine
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Asher Reiley Dies in Pasadena Civil War Veteran
Asher Reiley, former Jackson County resident and civil war veteran, died at his Pasadena home on Saturday August 20. He served in Company A Sixth Town Infantry and was among the few surviving members. The remains arrive in Preston today and funeral services will be held at the Congregational church Saturday at ten o'clock.
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Asher Reiley
Jackson County
Pasadena
Calif
Reiley
Ca. “A
Preston
Congregational Church
Grandstand Collapse Hits Maquoketa Ball Game
During a Wednesday game at the Maquoketa ball park the grandstand collapsed injuring Frank Kreney who suffered a badly skinned leg and bruises while Albert Day’s tub remained bent but usable after repairs. The stands have failed twice, sparking local concerns about safety and possible removal.
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Ball Park
Frank Kreney
Albert Day
Albert
Maquoketa Boys
Iook
Bellevue Herald
Local Visitors and Social Calls Around Des Moines and Davenport
Leonard Donohoe of Des Moines visits H. A. Whitaker at his home. Henry Sick and his young son from Davenport spend Tuesday with Mrs. Bert Datis. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Sanner and their baby visit Mr. and Mrs. H. Rey Sannor on Thursday. Lane Furniture Co advertises a Way Sagless Spring 30 days free trial.
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Leonard Donohoe
Des Moines
H. A. Whitaker
Lane Furniture Co
Henry Sick
Little Son
Davenport
Bert Datis
Lee Sanner
Anamtosa
H. Rey Sannor
Ralph Hensty
Wyoming
Estus Morte
Lewis Garretson
Fulton
Maquoketa Public Schools Announces Staff Reductions
The Maquoketa Public Schools list shows B S Mayle as superintendent J R Halliburton as principal and numerous teachers in subjects from mathematics to music. It is planned to run the school with two fewer teachers than in recent years with high school classes reduced and some teachers discontinued.
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B. S. Mayle
J. R. Halliburton
Mary J Viner
Alta Anderson
Lucille Talbot
Every Sinclair
Ruth Garnes
Winifred Sinnard
Laura Seward
Paul M. Grove
Byron Phillips
Mary G. Hancock
Jean Sherrett
Laura Wilhelm
Raith Johnston
School Opens Monday After Labor Day With Grade Lists
The notice says school opens Monday morning September Sth. Books for grades are at Staack and Luckiesh store and students should prepare for the first day. No kindergarten this year and five year olds may be too young for first grade. Parents with special options should see the Superintendent at the high school office. Teachers meet Saturday September 13 at 4 PM at the high school.
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Staack and Luckiesh
Jackson Granty Fair to Pause Weekly Paper Next Week
The Jackson Sentinel announces an exceptional issue break for the Granty Fair, planning a strong first week edition followed by a second issue the next week. The editors thank readers for courtesy and note the community will be busy, warranting a short vacation from regular publication.
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Jackson Sentinel
Jackson Granty
Marion Barrett and Bessie Wade Wed at Methodist Parsonage
Charles Irwin Barrett of Clinton and Bessie Loreta Wade of Bellevue were married at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. Edward A. Lang on Friday April 19. The couple were joined by the bride’s mother and a small brother with friends. They will reside in Clifton.
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Chas
Irwin Barrett
Clinton
Bessie Loreta Wade
Bellevue
Edward A. Lang
Johnson
New Boston
Tier
Donation Drive At CRY Lee Dry Goods Store
Local volunteers call for donations at the CRY Lee Dry Goods Store basement to aid European relief efforts. Community members urged to bring usable clothing and blankets to support those affected by the crisis.
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CRY Lee Dry Good
Midway Set to Become A Large Scale Iowa Fair At Maquoketa
With the big show at the Tar grounds imminent, Maquoketa officials push repairs and preparations for a crowded Midway. Concession space is in high demand as secretaries and superintendents race to outdo each other in displays. Food vendors plan for a big crowd, promising clean wholesome entertainments and friendly rivalry. Maquoketa invites visitors from Maine to California to enjoy a homegrown Iowa fair experience and bring the kids for hourly fun.
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Maguoketa
Maine
California
Iowa
Jackson County
Maquokett
Maquoketa
Readers praise Sentinel free carrier service gains
The piece notes growing readership and widespread appreciation for the Sentinel and its free carrier service. It highlights daily new readers joining the list and treats the delivery effort as a well kept secret that is finally shared.
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Sentinel
Mississipp i Valley Fair Attended by 85 000 People
Attendance at the Davenport Mississippi Valley fair reached about 85 000 despite rain and threatening weather. There is mention of travel from Bellevue and Wyoming relatives, local business ads, and a medical operation for two children near Baldwin.
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Davenport
Addressing mail delivery delays sparks public plea
A public notice urges residents with free mail delivery to include street and number on envelopes. The argument emphasizes that missing addresses force clerks to search the directory, slowing delivery. The piece warns of potential delays to important letters and asks readers to consider the impact.
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Maquoketa
Ellis Family Entertainers To Perform At Fair Hall
The Ellis Entertainers will appear at the Art hall on the fair grounds next week completing their Chautauqua engagement. Management aims to please music lovers with a splendid musical program as the troupe returns home.
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Ellis
Art Hall
Sesson
Maquoketa Couple Wed in Justice Office Ceremony
Nellie Roli and John Cariganena, both of Maquoketa, were united in marriage at Justice James Raleton's office on Wednesday afternoon August 24. The groom works at the Mitchell Maskery Mil. They will reside in Maquoketa.
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John Cariganena
Nellie Roli
Maquoketa
Yserriage
James Raleton
Mitchell Maskery Mil
Local society notes and cross town visits at Maquoketa area
A stream of social updates from Maquoketa and nearby towns notes births engagements and visits. Families such as Steverysen, Bow mans, Dudley, Ellis, Pelham, Penstler, Turnbull, Whitaker, Fare, Grieve and Field are mentioned with visits to Cedar Rapids Des Moines Lincoln and Preston. Marriage licenses issued for William Meser and Helen Hexsher, and John Roll. plans move for A W Field and daughter Leva. Shown are visits to towns including Bellevue Maquekek and Preston with relatives and friends cross region events.
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Mounte
Elizabeth Ray
E. D. Harris
West Liberty
Joseph Budde
Welsh
J. B. Pelham
Maurice
Cedar Rapids
Curtis Penstler
Davenport
McDonald
Lockwood
Lincoln
Neb
Belle Plain
Tame
Glare Turnbull
Sioux City
George Daki
H. M. Whitaker
Harold
Des Moines
Brack Kenney
Harald King
Dorothy
Jack
D. M. Davis
T. Burts
Anna
Denison
W. Be Clips
Wil Nelson
W. A
William Joseph Meser
Helen Hexsher
Bellevue
John
Nellie Roll
Maqueke
A. OW. Field
Leva
Preston
Field
J. J. Ellis
W. F. Shirner
Can Maquoketa Trim the Mound Builders Debate
A local Legion waseball team plans a debate next Sunday at the diamond with Grand Mound opposing the question Can Maquoketa Trim the Mound Builders. A large crowd of fans is expected to attend and cheer.
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Legion Waseball
Grand Mound
Maquoketa
Remains of Mrs. York to be laid to rest Friday
The funeral for Catherine Kammer York, born February 10 1850 in Wortenburg Germany, wife of Andrew J York, will be held Friday at 2 PM at their Maquoketa Iowa home with Edward A Lang of the Methodist Episcopal church officiating. Surviving children include Mrs Mary Davis Mrs R B Woods and Mrs June Parker with nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren. The family notes her long church membership and relief corp service.
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John
Justine Kammer
Wortenburg
Germany
God
America
Indiana
Andrew J. York
Fringe Wiliams
Indiata
Lacy B. York
Afra
Corda M. Roush
Minnie V. Reynolds
Wallace W. York
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Dak
0. E. York
Belle Plat
Mary Davis
R. B. Woods
June Parker
Magduketa
York
Methodist Episcopal Church
Woman's Relief Corp
Rome
Ana
Hosband
Decker Street
Ma“quoketi, Ta
Edward A. Lang
The
Methno Episcopal Church
G. C. Bilis
Aged couple fleeing from Tulsa aided toward Danville home
East St Louis officials care for Andrew Seve art and his wife Mary both eighty after they walked from Tulsa to reach Springfield. A man posing as a detective without a badge told them to leave town as they crossed Louis, and a youth helped them finish the passage over Eads bridge toward safety and aid.
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Throsh Louis
Eads Bridge
Kiwanis Luncheon Describes Generous Offer By Local Girl
The Kiwanis Club met at ropu tar luncheon Thursday. A splendid menu was enjoyed and much business of importance was transacted. Attendees included C. Cask of Wadena Wil Benjamin of Huron South Dakota and James McMurray of Andrew.
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Ropu Tar
C. Cask
Wadena
Wil Benjamin
Huron
Dak
James McMurray
Andrew
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