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Newspaper
Jackson Sentinel
Location
Maquoketa, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1921
Page
4
The Farms Savings Bank of Spragueville, Ta, reveals cashier A F Rodskier admitted embezzling about 4300 from the bank and fled, leaving a confessional letter postmarked New Orleans. Bank examiners arrived to audit accounts and protect depositors as the institution is closed pending checks.
Warren Wait born August 22, 1836 in Bennington Vermont grew up in Wisconsin after moving as a boy. He married Jane Clark December 12, 1861 and served in the Union Army during the Civil War with the Third Wisconsin Infantry. He moved to Town in 1872 with his family and leaves seven children, two of whom predeceased him, plus grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He died February 18 at his home north of town aged 84 years five months and 20 days. Funeral was held at home Sunday with interment in Sutton Cemetery.
Mildred Mann hosts a Friday program in room 3 featuring a patriotic drama “Being Like Washington” and “Honest Eight” with props showing tea and butter. A Lincoln honesty tale recounts returning 6 cents overcharge. Miss Gladys Wine’s room 4d plans a Washington vs Lincoln debate judged by Mrs. E A Phillips, Mrs. M Smuth-end, and Mrs. L G French.
Atnng Stata Stow tns Werner Burleson Tiltan-a two of our hustling stockmen are in Chicago this week for the Shorthorn Show with several beauties in the ring. These progressive breeders aim to keep up with Shortporn affairs and their herds show promise as judges prepare verdicts and ribbons may follow.
Ruth King daughter of Mr and Mrs Clarence Sackrider and granddaughter of Mr and Mrs C A Leach, united in marriage to John Schuman in Clinton. The couple will reside with friends at Allen flats in Magucketa after the ceremony.
Samuel Phelps of Prisceton IA spent the weekend in Baquoketa. The Junior class of the M H S plans a box social and farce to be held this evening at Hotel Hurst inviting all to attend for a lively event.
Miss Mary Kifer of Sioux City, a 1920s Iowa nursing graduate, marries Marchese Degli 2i in Rotterdam amid relief efforts in Tiflis. The Marchese, decorated for valor, will return to military duties in Georgia as the couple plans to live in Tiflis and continue aid work for Armenian refugees.
Report of a February 8 meeting of the Self Improvement us-of room IV where members, mothers, aunts and sisters attended. Officers listed include Lorde Wendell president Franklin Davis vice president Portia Campbell secretary and Sidney Maxwell treasurer. A play In Colonial Days featured Mrs Andersen Aline Goodenow Mr Andersen Franklin Davis and several children.
Edwin Risinger of Perry Township accused Clarence Bauer of assault after an argument. Bauer was arraigned in Justice Ralston's Court and pleaded guilty without counsel. County Attorney Thomas represented the state. Bauer paid a total of 27.25 dollars in fines and costs and was released.
The full report of contributions to the Starving Baby fund will appear in Friday's issue. Two county groups have yet to report and tardy donations have arrived. Mr and Mrs Nick Steiner of Charlotte were Maquoketa visitors Sunday.
A tragedy near Lamotte reports the drowning of two brothers aged fourteen and seventeen in Tete des Morts creek after skating on thin ice. They left home to fish after dinner Sunday and were found the next day beneath two large ice holes. responders recovered the bodies and the community extends sympathy to the Schlich family.
Death announced in Maquoketa for Mrs Laura Sutherland widow of W B Sutherland. She died Monday night at her son Rev George Sutherland and daughter Mrs Emma Kennedy home in Madison New Jersey. The Sutherland family long resided on Main Street with Mr Sutherland in the lumber business. The body will be sent to Maquoketa for burial beside her husband Hope Cemetery when travel possible.
A message announced the death of Judge A. L. Lorven Bowen of Willimsville Connecticut. Judge Bowen was an active Congregational church member and a close student.
Henry Page of the countryside suffered severe burns after trying to warm his car with a torch in a garage. Gasoline spilled on his arm, ignited his clothing, and nearby feed and oats were damaged as neighbors and firemen battled the blaze. Page escaped serious injury, crediting luck and quick action.
Two drivers Fred Pape and Albert Flemming collided at the May Platt streets corner near Jackson State Savings Bank. Pape’s eastbound car and Flemming’s southbound car damaged a fender and the hood. They agreed to split repairs, Flemming offering $3.50 toward the bill.
No word has reached Spraceville bank about A F Rods- Mier the cashier who left for unknown parts after siphoning nearly 1600. Detectors are on the track of the fugitive and expect eventual capture. Depositors lose nothing as the bank is fully protected against such embezzlement. H Gale Buchner returned from Colfax with sister Mrs Montross to visit home.
The East side event marked the opening of club and lodge rooms for the American Legion and the Women’s Auxiliary. Mrs. John Wentz opened piano solos, a Comfort Kit display, and remarks by Mr. Meinhardt and Mrs. A. J. House. Duet and violin pieces followed, with Mr. J. D. Murphy giving a stirring address on Legion aims. Refreshments and social hour ended the evening, praised by joint committees from both organizations.
County Superintendent announces first shipment of bronze plates to honor one room schools. Two plates were installed at Perry School No. 5 taught by Pearl Wurster and South Fork No. Misa Hubis Wirth. More schools are near ready awaiting the state inspector’s arrival. Patterson stayed with Bertha Wires in Omaha after returning Thursday evening.
The sudden death of Mrs Mortimer Rice at her Second Street home last Saturday morning shocks Magudketa. A longtime businesswoman with her husband in the largest dry goods store, she was active in church and club life and a member of the O E S. She was born in Lancaster Pennsylvania September 27 1841 and came to Iowa in 1863. Surviving are her daughter Mrs Edwin Brown and sister Mrs Anna Wetherell. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon with Dr J G Morgan officiating.
The High Sehest debate team defeated challengers in the Northwestern Iowa District semi final. Judges Prof Ward of Coe College Prof Shaw of Cedar Rapids and Prof Keller of Davenport presided. Local team members A Clark Helen Weber and Eugene Bowman delivered well organized speeches. Waverly High School leads the northern half, with Incals to face them in the final in Waverly due to local support concerns.
Opera singers from Montague Licht appeared as the fourth number of the Lycrum course at Range last evening. The weary entertainers and musicians delivered a program that pleased the audience, with strong vocal performances enhancing the evening.
William Meinke buys Albert Meinke cottage at auction for 1573 dollars. Albert Meinke and Mrs. Meinke have left for Wheat Branch, Ta, to operate a farm.
The Brother Rebekah division invites Odd Fellows and Rebekahs to an entertainment evening on February 28 at 8 o'clock. Visiting students Thien Nieppe and Harvey Fare from Iowa City are mentioned as home visitors over Sunday.
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