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Newspaper
Jackson Sentinel
Location
Maquoketa, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1921
Page
4
The American Newspaper Publishers Association bureau of advertising reported at its meeting that newspaper advertising value rose to over 20 million dollars in 1920, with a 50 thousand dollar year over year advance. Ads are seen as a reliable, economical medium delivering definite results.
A compressed note suggests matrimonial friction as a couple struggles with acceptance of each other’s families and the absence of mutual admiration complicates their relationship. The line hints at social tensions and differing parental ties impacting harmony.
A brief sale note advertises Ladies' and Girls Oxfords priced at five dollars, offering a budget friendly option for footwear needs.
Maquoketa defeated Rock Island four to two in a game highlighted by star pitching from Farnsworth for Maquoketa and Carson for Rock Island. Farnsworth worked six innings with 12 strikeouts and two hits allowed, while Carson finished with seven strikeouts in three innings. The two teams traded runs across several innings as Maquoketa built leads on timely hits and baserunning, and Rock Island added a pair of runs. Carson and Farnsworth combined for 19 strikeouts, with Franks providing strong support behind the plate. Oxford Junction visits next Sunday for another hard fought contest.
On Thursday June 9, 183 rural pupils from Tuckson County will receive diplomas marking completion of the Eighth Grade. Exercises at the Pastime theatre will honor graduates including Bellevue, Vernon Harrington, Leona Kieffer, Marcella Sturm, Gladys Hamilton, Elmer Rorah, David Phillips, Bernice Crowley, Mildred Nims, and many others, as County Superintendent Stoddard praises teachers and parents.
A fragment lists residents and couples including Vat Buren Bernice Koch, Harry Mehr, Ade line Miller, Washington Lyrenz Krabbenhoff, Gilbert Clau sen, Harold Clausen, Alverta Schlecht Frances McGovern and Dorothy Swarté as part of a neighborhood directory or public notice segment.
Memorial services will be held at both the Methodist and Episcopal churches at 11 o'clock next Sunday. Rev. E. A. Lang will deliver the memorial sermon to G. A. R. and W. R. C. members, while Rev. Purce will address the American Legion and Woman's Auxiliary. A letter from the Legion memorial committee explains the scheduling mix up and expresses hope for future joint observances. Maquoketa May 28, 1921.
Damage to fruit crops from freezes has not caused a national shortage. Georgia peaches and California cherries flow to markets while strawberries remain abundant in several regions. Apple and peach crops look strong in Colorado, New England, and New York with fair late apple yields in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Tennessee expects the largest blackberry crop on record, while Michigan foresees light yields except winter apples, and Arizona reports almost total peach failure. Delaware, Virginia, and other states show poor prospects. Mrs. A A Brock of Chicago visits the Elmer Crawford home.
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