Let Everybody Turn to and Boost the Chautauqua
The American Legion urges funding through value received, not donations, to build a Legion home and promote a Radcliffe Chautauqua from August 2 to 4 with a 100 percent value program. Tickets: adults 2.00, children 1.00. Event features include The Manhattan Quartette, Col G A Gearhart lectures, and De Volt Concert Company across three days.
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Chautauqua
de Volt Concert Company
Marybelle la Hatte
Inaf
Marybelle le Hatte
Ihe Makin
Henry Murphy Named Democrat Candidate for Congress
Henry Murphy of Marengo won the Democratic nomination for Congress in the Second District over Joe Valent of Muscatine by 47 to 21 at a noon Wednesday convention. Clinton County was absent while Muscatine and Johnson counties contributed votes. The convention opened with GC. G. Hipwell of Davenport presiding and committees were formed.
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Henry Murphy
Marengo
Joe Valent
Muscating
Murphy
Valent
Clinton County
Murphy Valent
Muscatine
Johnson
Jackson
Ian
G. Hipwell
Davenport
Congressional Committee
Progress of Improvements In ANG TETTA City
City workers press the front of the National Bank building and other blocks rise with modern fronts. Promising homes appear along West Platt North Fifth and South Matteson. The Walter O Donnell bungalow on Niagara and Vermont Street homes brighten the town. Rumor says no building this spring due to the H. O. L. ban.
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Ang Tetta
National Bank
Maquoketa
Frank Coverdale
West Platt
Ben Jacobsen
North Fifth Street
Burr von Schrader
Matteson Avenue
Walter
O'Donnell
Farmer Injured by Horse on Emil Atzen Farm
A farmer on the Emil Atzen farm south of town was kicked in the head by a horse while mowing at about nine in the morning. He was found unconscious two hours later, brought to Becker hospital, and Dr. Swift reported no eye bones fractured but brain not ruled out, with an operation likely needed.
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Vonn Wropney
Emil Atzen
Becker
Swift
Death Claims Delmar Lady in Delmar Home
Death claims Delmar resident Miss Lulu Moulton and George Sleeper of Delmar after a long illness. Funeral services will be held at the Delmar home Friday afternoon at 2 50. Obituary to appear in Delmar column in next issue. Several relatives and visitors are noted in the local column with travel and visit details.
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George Sleeper
Delmar
Judicial Convention Returns from Cedar Rapids Move Gop Bench Pick
Attorney F. Thomas of Jackson County attended the Republican State Judicial Convention in Cedar Rapids. Silas M. Weaver of Eagle Grove was named as a candidate for Iowa Supreme Court, with F. Faville of Fort Dodge and Judge Lawrence DeGriff of Des Moines chosen as the other two nominees. Jackson County delegates contributed eleven votes, initially backing Weaver before switching to Faville and DeGriff, triggering a late landslide. The gathering was enthusiastic and harmonious, with remarks by leaders including Governor Harding and Nate E. Kendall.
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F. ©. Thomas
Cedar Rapids
Silas M. Weaver
Eagle Brovey
Iowa Supreme Court
FL F. Faville
Ft. Dodge
Lawrence DeGriff
Des Moines
Supreme Bench
Thomas
J. C. Campbell
Bellevee
Jackson County
Weaver
R. P. Howell
Iowa City
W. J. Springer
Faville
DeGraff
Jackson’ County
James Trewin
Harding
Nate E. Kendall
Albia
Maquoketa Lady Delights Nort Neb Audience
Norfolk Nebraska clipping reports a church notice about Mrs. Louie Swigart Ellis singing The Peace of God at morning service. The soloist visits from Town, joined by the morning choir and pastor Dr John D. Aindress. Sunday school at 8 45. No evening service.
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Norfolk
Nebraska
Raily News
Louie Swigart Elis
Ellis
Lackey
Gounod
John 4. Aindress
Nebraska City
Mrs G G Jackson Dies After Long Tuberculosis Illness
Mrs G G Jackson died Thursday afternoon at her North Main street home after months of illness with tuberculosis. She had been at Oskdale Sanitarium and returned home early this summer. She is survived by her husband two daughters and two sons.
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G. G. Jackson
North Main Street
Maquoketa Lost to Charlotte in One-Run Thriller
Maquoketa and Charlotte split a doubleheader, with Charlotte winning 7 16 66 in a tense seventh inning. Carson pitched a strong game for Maquoketa, striking out 13 while allowing limited hits. Nichols highlighted the inning with a hurdler-like leap to prevent a Troy home run. Charlotte hit well, including three-baggers and two-base hits, and held a slight edge in runs and hits.
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Maquokets
Charlotte
Carson
Maquoketa
Hi Mn Vhith
Nichols
Troy
Cord
Derhmar
A. Petersen
Rob
McDermott
Why Brake Adjustment Saves Tire Life and Safety
A Diamond Rubber Co. note explains uneven rear tire wear from brakes gripping unevenly. Properly adjusted brakes keep both wheels equal, reduce skid risk, and lower costs. Gradual braking prevents tread grinding and tire damage from sudden stops.
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Diamond, “Rubber Co
Stong
Mann's Sale Saturday Promises 20 Percent Discount
Mr. Mann reports a successful sale campaign with a 20 percent discount and strong response over the past month. He notes proven results from persistent advertising and three sales drives, boosting business activity and attracting customers.
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Mann
American Legion Notice for Reunion Attendees
Members attending the Dacksan Cer reunion in Preston on August 1 must list their names with the Post Adjutant by Monday. Mrs. J. Parker of Williamsport Pa, visiting at Tavenport, arrived Wednesday to stay with Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Reitmeyer.
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American Legion
Preston le
U2 Plesse
J. Parker
Williamsport
Tavenport
G. T. Reitmeyer
America Wins Again Retains Priceless Yacht Trophy
The Resolute defeated Shamrock in a five heat series of thirty miles each to keep the cup since 1851. Sir Thomas Lipton, conceding fair play, praised American sportsmanship and pledged to challenge next year with renewed effort.
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America
Bur
Thomas Lipton
Thones Lipton
Thomas
Challange
Resolute
Edith Holmes and Bev Phillips Marry in Cedar Rapids
Miss Edith Holmes and Bev Phillips wed at the Congregational parsonage in Cedar Rapids after two years teaching and residence in the area. They plan to honeymoon briefly before returning to the city and then Iowa City to finish Ben Phillips collegiate studies at the State University. Congratulations are extended for happiness and prosperity.
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Edith Holmes
Bev Phillips
E. A. Phillips
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Ben
The
State University
Thein
Fatal Runaway At Vandael Farm Near Wheatland
Dr Kellogg was summoned to Wheatland on Monday afternoon after a runaway at the Vandael farm eight miles from Wheatland. Victor Van dael was binding oats when the team bolted, throwing him to the mechanism and killing him instantly. A prominent Clinton county farmer, he was about 63 and left a wife and two children.
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Dr. Kellogg
Wheatland
Vandael
Victor Vandael
Clinton County
Race of the Series Ends Amid Windless Stalemate
The American yacht Resolute and British challenger Shamrock failed to race off the Jersey coast on Tuesday as no wind prevented completing the 30 mile course within the time limit. Each boat earned two wins, leaving final heat outcome eagerly anticipated.
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Resolute
Shamrock
Jersey
Annual Picnic Move Delays August Gathering in Park
The Woman's Home Missionary Society changes its annual picnic to the second Tuesday in August at First Ward Park, meeting at 2 50 p.m. All members, old and new, are urged to bring baskets. Mrs Farnsworth has returned to Maquoketa from Davenport. The M W FE and C U BR clubs plan a joint picnic dinner tonight at the Riverview Club House in honor of Mrs Fischer of Blue Island Illinois.
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E. B. Brown
Mr. Wright
Flint
Mich
Mra. Thos
Northwestern
Donald Harris
Geisler Shoe and Clothing Co
Chicago
George Hoss
M. Rice
E.R Brown
Woman's ‘Home Missionary Society
First Ward
FL. Farnsworth
Davenport
Maquoketa
M. W. FE
C. U. BR
Jana
Riverview
Ub House
Fred Fischer
Blce Island
Til
Why We Ask You to Pay Your Subscription
A federal trade commission review released yesterday details U S newspaper paper use and costs. It notes high annual consumption of several million tons, with domestic demand rising about twenty percent since 1928. Prices for newsprint jumped sharply, and contract rates rose from 3 50 to 4 75 per hundred pounds.
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Federal Trade Commiss
Tragic Auto Crash Kills Child Near Amber
A six mile east of Anamosa an accident Sunday morning claimed the life of three year old Kettleson granddaughter of John Kettleson. The child died after being struck by an automobile driven by George Siebels as she played near the road. The death followed the loss of the mother in the influenza epidemic. The driver acted without fault and faced community sorrow.
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Amber
Anamosa
Berniece Kettleson
John Kettleson
George Siebels
Tte
Siebgisko
Weather bulletin notes Iowa crop prospects and yields
The weekly weather bulletin reports Iowa yields improving in winter wheat in the south with threshing totals from 29 to 45 bushels per acre and high protein content. Spring wheat looks poor so far, especially in the west and north, with seed stock expected below average. First seedings in Henry county reach up to three bushels per acre. Potatoes remain abundant in north central areas with prices varying, Des Moines and Marshalltown selling as low as $42 per bushel in places and higher further south.
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Iowa
United Steeer Weather Bureau
Henry
Des Moines
Marshalstons
Cream Social Invites Tour Of New Cry Memorial Hospital
A social event will be held Thursday evening on the lawn of the Cry Memorial Hospital to celebrate and inspect the finished hospital. An invitation invites attendees to come and view the new facility as it nears completion.
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New Cry Memorial Hospital
Orphan Adopted as Local Theater Presents Love's Harvest
The P. L Louety agency reports adoption of an Amnerian orphan and three supporters as movie Love's Harvest debuts at the Orpheum. A reception for Mestames Winnie Jai and Miss Lackword is set at the Thomas Beach home on Tuesday August 5. Chance mentions Mary Trent Gaifney and daughter Derna attending posthumous events in Michigan.
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P. EL
Louety
Ammerian
Ciying
Movi
Dorpheum
Thorsiey
August Aduies
WL Rcl Wil
Mestames
Winnie Jai
Mie Lackword
Thos
Tuveday
G. A
Mra
Mary Trent Gaifney
Derna
Woda
Petesty
Chautauqua Next Week Promises Wide Civic Enrichment
In 1920 hundreds of thousands will attend the Rad cliffs Chautauqua across 39 states. Programs include music by native and foreign artists, readers, impersonators, and humorists—all aimed at civic understanding and rights. At Maquoketa August 2 3 and 4 under American Legion auspices.
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Radcliffs
United States of America
United States
Maquoketa
American Legion
Near Tragedy at Bellevue as raft capsizes in Mill Creek
Vernon Buckley and seven other youngsters narrowly escaped drowning at a Bellevue mill creek swimming hole. Mrs. ONeill and George Rutledge rescued the group after the overloaded raft tipped, saving all but Buckley who was unconscious briefly but revived on the bank.
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Vernon ‘Buckles
Sewardt
Mill Creek
Mest
R. Oneill
Chisagé
Matter with Muvuoketa by American Legion extents appeal
Timber City American Legion urges residents to support the Radcliffe Ch.qua event in their city. They express frustration at low enthusiasm and ask for season ticket purchases to provide value and fund entertainment while aiding the Legion’s sustenance.
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American Legion Wang
Muvuoketa
Radcliffe Ch.qua
Reunion Brats AG Visits Lead to Family Gathering
A reunion gathering traced a long path as Boor of Weaster City visited his daughter Mrs Roy Grant en route from Toledo Ohio. The event brought together aged relatives and brothers who had not met for years. Uncle Mr and Mrs JM Marks of Dare enport attended with other kin at HL A Joiner home.
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Ag, Boor
Weaster
Roy Grant
Toledo
Ohio
Blanche Hoat
Mir
JM. Marks
Dareenport
Suorts
Sune Jes
HL A. Joiner
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Henry H. Murphy
Congress
West of the Americas Legion
Legion
Radcliffe Chautauqua
Chautaugus
Alay
Nation
Manhattan Quartette
Cona
Tere
G. A. Gearhart
Government of the
Louis ‘Wiliams
Louis Williams
Seasor
FS. Haight
Walnut Lows
Cora Kruse Brampit
Piper City
Legen
Presbyterian Hospital
Lulu Moulton
Byron
Albert Jensen
Mitchell
S. D
Ross Gibson
Lester
Frank Gibson
Andrew
Harold Black
Philadelphia
Mr. .W. Clark
Kingsley
J. A
Fairbank
Hany Geisler
Clinton
New Orpheum
Askal
Hank Ty
Dil Kilda
Ante
Adopis
Bellevue
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