Maquoketa Seeks YWCA Opportunity for Women
An editorial urges Maquoketa to back a local YWCA chapter to improve women’s physical, social, and spiritual welfare. It cites national scope, educational and employment benefits, and past war service, noting a planned building and employed secretary if local support is granted.
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Inguoketa
Women’s Christian Association
Hbs
Nise Deora Lanham
County
Maquoketa
C. A
Morel
Q ‘Ork
United States
Ballard
Central
New York
Isis
SW. G
Wvith
Ford car serves as hospital and birth stake in Wyoming Journal
A Ford car used in an unusual way became a temporary hospital when a baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Reener early Friday morning. The mother and infant were taken to John Kendrick’s home in Hassard for care before continuing their journey back toward Stearm Mill Corners. The Rooney family, longtime residents near Goss, were en route to establish a home in Wyoming when the event occurred.
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Wyoming, Journal
Monroe County
Ford
Marvin Reener
Hassard
John Kendrick
Rooney
Goss
Hannibal
Stearm Mill Corners
Fire destroys grist mill at St Donahis St Donatas
A large fire at St Donahis St Donatas last week totally destroyed the grist mill owned by Petur Ringteen. Residents fought the blaze and saved several nearby buildings though damages were not fully learned. The fire likely started from a short in the wiring on a gasoline engine.
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St. Donatas
Petur Ringteen
H. Gale Buchner
Obituary of Green Wilgus
Green Wilgus born January 4 1852 came west in youth father of William Wilgus of near Elwood. He lived in the vicinity most of his life and died February 2 1920 at age 68 years two days after illness in a city hospital. Survived by a son a brother four sisters and other relatives. Wife died May 22 1917. Body to Maquoketa by sister with funeral at Buchner chapel February 4 and interment at Mt Hope cemetery with Rev D F Boomershine officiating.
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Green Wilgus
William Wilgus
Elwood
Erama Grall
Fort Dodgers
Sox
Maquoketa
Buchner
Na Tham Durial
Mt. Hope Cemetery
D. F. Boomershine
Disastrous City Fire Destroys Garage and Blocks
Olin reports a major early week fire in the city damaging a garage two business blocks and several homes. The blaze caused a loss of several thousand dollars and prompted emergency response from local fire crews.
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Olin
Rebekahs to Hold Rerun Meeting Tuesday Evening
The Rebekahs schedule a reru lal meeting for Tuesday evening February 1 with initiation to follow. Local press cor. notes to watch for exact date and details.
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Rebekah's
Laeils Hii
K of P Delays Meeting and Postpones Date
A fragmented notice from the Knights of Pythias shows work in the third degree Tek is delayed. The Past Chancellor event has been postponed to a later date.
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Hedin
Fatalities from Flu In Our City Afirmed Few
A local notice notes only one death from flu pneumonia in our city despite numerous flu cases. Physicians faced shortages due to absences and overwork yet are recovering. Merchants aided the sick by offering workers and support, urging residents to value local merchants and trade to keep in town.
Baptist Church Notes Seeks Elderly Focus Next Sunday
Sunday services will honor older members with a program titled The Triumphs and Trials of Old Works featuring traditional songs sung by seniors. Evening discussion centers on the Jail Revival. A missionary program on medical missions in several countries is planned for the last Thursday of the month.
Block Sold for Brady Electric HQ at Main and Eas Pints
The block formerly known as the Mitchell Block on Main and Eas Pints Streets, housing Dr. A. A. Avery’s drug store, was purchased Wednesday by JW Brady from the Charles von Schrader estate. Brady Electric Company plans to use it as headquarters.
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A. A. Avery
JW. Brady
Chas. von Schrader
Brady Electric Company
Mitchell
Main and
Eas Pints St
Mrs Lulu Prime Sweet Is Dead in Chicago
Mrs Lulu Prime Sweet died in Chicago Wednesday night after a stroke. Her sister Mrs E D Kulmer learned of the death Thursday morning. Mrs Sweet and her daughter had recently visited Maquoketa and Fayette. The remains were taken to Fayette, and Mr and Mrs E J Kulmer left for Fayette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lulu Prime Sweet
E.D. Kulmer
D. H. Sweet
Chicago
Oita
Fayette
E. J. Kulmer
Legion meeting cancels February dance indefinitely
At a Wednesday Legion meeting the dance planned for February 12 was postponed indefinitely. Mrs Geo. Edmian and Miss Anna Saget, who attended with Mrs A. S. Blakely and daughter Miss Myrtle, were noted in attendance.
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The
Legion
Geo. Edieman
Anna[ Saget Gom
A. S Blakely
Myrtle
Father and Son Wageners Die in Bellevue Sand Pit Accident
A tragic incident near Bellevue on Tuesday claims Pete Wageners and his son Eddie. They were digging sand when the pit collapsed, burying Eddie about a foot deep. Pete died trying to rescue him, leaving a widow and a family marked by sorrow. The funeral is planned for Friday in Bellevue.
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Bellevue
Pete Wageners
Eddie
Wagener
Andrew
Sora
Wagener van Pros
France
Short Course at Ames Abandoned Over Influenza Risk
Due to Iowa influenza prevalence the annual Farm and Home Short Course at Iowa State College in Ames is cancelled from Feb 9 to 15. Despite medical advice against travel, the creamery school remains on schedule. No college vacation is planned that week. a one week break follows winter quarter.
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Anes
Iowa
Iowa State College
Amnes
Cal
Library Note on Pleasant Ap and Debating Classes
A clipped note describes a conversation about the library’s pleasant environment. It mentions gifts accepted last month including a year’s subscriptions to The Nation The Dearborn Independent and The Delineator. Debating classes are keeping teachers and librarians busy gathering material for discussions.
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Sic
Dearborn Independent
Appointment of administrator for O A Spurl estate
Notice names Alpha Spurl as Admix of the O A Spurl estate in Jackson County. Creditors urged to settle debts promptly and claimants to file claims with the district court clerk. Also notes Arch Banks sale at Delmar on Friday February 27.
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Andersignen
O. A. Spurl
District Court
Jackson County
Alpha Spurl
Admix
County Treasurers Told to Watch Fees and Transfers
Iowa state authorities order county treasurers to stop collecting extra quarters for public fees on vehicle registrations and to handle transfers correctly. Tamsey's instructions require acknowledging registrations without seals and directing transfer notices to state automobile offices. Officials also direct acceptance of registrations for cars lacking both engine and chassis numbers.
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Iowa Motor Trades
Daren
Tamsey
State Auditiog Department
Ramsey
Stat Automobile
Giges
Nuptial at Reformed church joins Miss Becker and Mr Thedens
The wedding of Miss Marie Dorothy Becker and Mr William Thedens took place at the Reformed church parsonage on a Tuesday in February with Rev O F Boomershine officiating. The couple, both from Jackson County backgrounds, will reside with the bride’s mother eight miles northeast of Shyookem while plans for a future on the Becker farm are made.
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Reformed Church
William “Louis
Thedens
Marie Dorothy Becker
O. F. Boomershine
William
Agnes
John Thedens
Jackson County
America
F. Becker
Becker
Cireletriewis
Mrs. Lavitta Risinger Gibson Dies at 44
Andrew Lawrence Gibson announces the death of Lavitta Risinger Gibson also known as Lavitta Gibson at age 44. She is survived by her husband two sons and two daughters. Funeral services are set for Friday at Bellevue.
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Andrew
Lawrence Gibson
Lavitta Risinger
Bellevue
Funeral for Mrs Webster’s Son in Cedar Rapids
The obituary notes Mr and Na 32 W Rhodes attended the funeral in Cedar Rapids where they were called by the kindness of the latter's mother Mrs C Webster. He died before her daughter arrived. Burial was at Scoten Grove beside her husband.
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W. Rhodes
Cedar Rapids
C. Webster
Scoten Grove
Congregational Church Notes for Sunday Services
Regular services at the Constitutional church are planned for next Sunday. W. W. Grarmeser of Clinton will speak, with the morning theme Obedience to Heavenly Vision and the evening topic What Shall the Harvest be.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constem-ional Church
W. W. Grarmeser
Clinton
Maquoveta Couple Wed in Cedar Rapids Ceremony
A wedding ceremony took place Thursday at the home of the groom's sister Mrs. Delbert Nicholson 1643 E Ave Cedar Rapids. Miss Mont Lauretts Black married Walter E O'Donnell with Rev B J Campbell of Grace Episcopal Church officiating. The bride is popular and well loved while the groom, an auto salesman and overseas veteran, plans a home on South Niagara Street this spring with plans for a honeymoon. Mrs O'Donnell will supervise building their new home upon return.
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Delbert Nicholson
E” Ave
Cedar Rapids
Mont Lauretts Black
Walter E. O'Donnell
B.J. Campbell
Grace Episcopal Church
Pdonnell
Remembering the Bar and the Clear Spirits of Old Times
A lyrical reminiscence recalls a barroom culture of gin, rye, and strong drinks, with Bill Jones and Bill Bryan shaping memories of wassail, banter, and social ritual. The piece contrasts past revelry with present duties, finances, and changing morals.
City Council Proceedings and Local Obituary Report
The February 2 city council meeting notes routine items including salaries to G W King Archer Bauman and others, water sewer electric funds and rail freight expenses, plus a bridge and labor entries. The obituary for Jane Catherine Campbell Clark born July 30 1840 in Mercer County Penn died Feb 2 1920 at age 79 years 6 months and 1 day. survived by seven children and many relatives. funeral held at the Advent Christian church with Rev Kidder officiating.
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Jane Nome Bridge
Janne Catherine Bridge
Meeveer Co
Penn
Minnie Streets
Robert Campbell
Clara Clark
Campbell
USG
Cephas Clark
Margaret
Cora Shirley
Toronto
Kansas
Mary Dick
Davenport
Towa
Charley
Maquoketa
Minie Streets
Tron Hill
Fred
Tren Hill
Eths
Charlotte Alden
Lostie Reckwell
Galton
Advent Christian Church
Rev. Kidder
Hope Cemetery
School of Citizenship for Iowa Women Planned in Iowa City
Iowa women are urged to attend a three day School of Citizenship at the State University of Iowa February 18 19 and 29. The program includes lectures on the American constitutional system municipal government and state boards with a practical demonstration of the primary system. The event seeks to equip voters to cast informed ballots and is nonpartisan.
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Tollowiteller
Jackson County
Iown
Iowa City
Awa
Women OF
Iowa
State University of Iowa
Extensionivision
Ione
Yowa
Q. E. Elingaman
Extension
di State University
Bids Sought for Tractor Operators in Jackson Co
Sealed bids to operate tractor grading outfits for the 1920 session of the Bard of Supervisors of Jackson Co. must be filed with Auditor Mitton Segers by 1:40 PM March 3. Four operators needed two engineers and two graders. bids should state hourly rates. The Board may reject any or all bids. Walter E. Rigby County Engineer.
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Bard of Supervisors
Jackson Cole
Mitton Segers
Jackson Co
M. Sever Ltd
Tio
Walter E. Rigby
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YW. C. A
St. Donahis
K.of
Baptist Church
Delmar
Priday
Nuptil
Congregational Church
Maquoveta
Sammy Sievaure
Bill Jones
Bill
Bill Bryan
Demijohn
John Barleycorn
Jean
Meser
Hames
Ity Fund
G.W. King
Archer
TL Basan
T. T. Bauman
Jacob Pourust
Sear
M. Mertick
J. E. Brash
Jas. Bradley
Ishor Joseph Priaulx
DL Reynolds
Joseph Rab
Ishor
James Tracy
Labor
Cornelius Mansiller
Harry Smith
John Welsh
Jackson Sensine
Sears
Morse
Islary
N.W. Ry. Co
Frei de B. Gisha
Linge
Harry Penrose
H. B. Barrington
Lebor
Electric Light Fund
NOW. Ry. Co
St P. Ry
Irwa Telestone
F.cYoung
Notary Celtic
Sentinel
Bfer
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