Armistice Day Observance Draws Community Effort
Armistice Day events organized by the American Legion and local groups marked the second anniversary of the armistice. Despite bad roads and weather, townspeople joined parades, a band concert, and a basketball game where Maquoketa defeated Moline 44 to 29. A Day program included speeches by Dr. Frank Gale, band and drum corps performances, meals by the Auxiliary and W.A., student fund raising, and a dance lasting late, all described as a social and financial success for the Legion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Moyle
America
Auxiliary
W.A
Galuska Band
Frank Gale
Davenport
Europe
Orpheum
Maquoketa
Legion Fund
Joel Post
A Famous American Roger Hobson Addresses Prosperity
Roger Hobson calls prosperity high and sustained by thrift and religion. He warns that excess and extravagance fuel downturns, urges continued church support, and notes church as source of inspiration. First Methodist Church, Rev Elgin Brougis, promotes schedule and sermon topics. Art Glass Memorial Windows progress celebrated by Aid Society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Hobson
America
Mipetings
B. Y
Elgin Brougis
Aid Society
Beautindd
American Legion Maquine Maquoketa Basketball Clash
The Maquoketa American Legion basketball game against Maline featured fast play and crowd enthusiasm. Bowmen and Carson led Maquoketa with notable scores as Saucer, Hedlund, and Olson guarded well. final tallies showed Maquoketa 44, Maline 29 with strong defense and teamwork highlighted by captains Saucer and Wray.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tor Eick
Maquoketa
American Legion
Maline
Bowman
Carson
Brinker
Cj Ryan
Ray Saucer
Holmes
Arvidson
Swenson
Hedlund
Olson
Carol Phillips
Olympic
Shorty Catson
Saucer
Iseal
Harry Wray
Bember
Atlas
Moline
Shorty
Snorty
Ryan
Maquoketh
Enduring Robes of Wasteful Prosperity in 1920s Politics
The piece argues that Democratic spending during and after the war was a self-serving extravagance benefiting all classes. It claims most money stayed domestic, boosted workers and tradespeople, and hints at a political landslide in 1924 against the party blamed for prosperity under its oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeu
United States
What An Ad Will Do in Zwingle Iowa 1920
A 1920 letter from T. Foley of Zwingle Iowa encloses a 190 payment for apple local balance. The writer praises results and notes plans to organize a Community Club in Maquoke Lam, citing visitors from across the country who came to view the building and learn how it was executed. The secretary is ready to share information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zwingle
Iowa
Jackson Sentinel
Maquoketa
Apple
Sentinel
Lamotte News
Maquoke Lam
T. 4
Foley
County office opens 1921 automobile license plates
The County Pressurer's office announces 1921 license plates are available for applicants. Submit before January 1, 1921 to avoid penalties. New cars bought after December 1, 1920 will be licensed under 1921 business. Transfers required for 1920 licensed cars sold in the year.
Death of Well Known Citizen Hobbs Shocks Town
Sidney Hobbs, a respected resident of the township, died suddenly Friday morning while seated at the breakfast table after a period of poor health. County Attorney C. E. Ely traveled to Dubuque on office business last Friday. Thanksgiving night at Rock Island Arsenal features a game against the Tres City team noted for previous victories, with upcoming matches listed for Monmouth and Mason, inviting local support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Hobs
Town Township
Hobbs
C. E Ely
Dubuque
Rock Island Arsenal
Tres
Monmouth
Mason
Carl Witzke
Red Cross Chapter Holds Annual Meeting
Jackson County Red Cross Chapter held its annual meeting Friday afternoon with Vice-Chairman A L Cook presiding in place of Chairman C L Ely. Secretary J C Gregory read minutes and reports. cash on hand was 6 042 03 with 266 06 received and 70 00 interest paid. Officers elected: Chairman C L Ely Maquoketa, Vice Chairman Dr H Glen Pres ters, Secretary Dr Ross Lower Maquoketa, Treasurer M Mahony Maquoketa. Executives elected for three year terms: H Monmouth Masiv Sabul A Moris Preston A C Mckinsey F Young Maquoketa. Meeting adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson County Red Cross
A. L. Cook
C. L. Ely
J. C. Gregory
M. Mahony
Maquoketa
Monmouth
Mas_ iv
Sabul
A. Moris
Preston
A .C. Mckinsey
F . Young
Fall Friday injures local mechanic Jack Taylor
Jack Taylor known as Jack suffered a severe fall from the roof of the Hand Fischer coal shed near the Milwaukee depot shortly before noon Friday. He landed about thirty five feet down breaking a thigh bone and fracturing a shoulder blade, with other bruises. A physician found possible internal injuries but none now. He is a skilled patchworking man with a family and is expected to recover. The deep cinders on the ground likely prevented instant death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Jack
Taylor
Milwaukee
Librarian Resignation Prompts Library Board Action
At the November meeting of the Library Board Miss Simpson's resignation was reluctantly accepted after inducements to reconsider. Helen Morse, librarian at Tipton, is elected to fill the vacancy and will assume duties January 1, 1921. Ruth Isbell remains as assistant librarian. Edith Morden, Sec, Library Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Simpson
Helen Morse
Tipton
Miss Morse
Ruth Isbell
Edith Morden
Sec
Library Board
Fire scare at Lt McDonald home on South Main Street
About six o'clock Monday morning a fire was discovered near the chimney in a room at Lt. McDonald's home on South Main Street. The family acted quickly to extinguish the blaze, no alarm was turned in, and the damage is estimated at about 350 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chim Tney
Lt. McDonald’ S
South Main Street
Wale Buehner
Mothers' Cub Thanksgiving Program and Music Night
A short notice details a November 18 Mothers' Cub event with Mrs. Fary Hurst hosting. The program includes a roll call, thoughts on thanks, a paper-tesson piece titled the spirit of Thanksgiving, and music selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiastess
Fary Hurst
Mrewall Tlarrisot
Milwaukees rail schedule sparks reform plea in Maguoketa
Local readers rail at the Milwaukee line for delays and poor service. A Community Club calls on officials and merchants to pressure the railroad to restore modern timetables and dependable service for Maguoketa and surrounding areas.
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Milwaukee Railroad
Loved Jones
California
Davenport
Delmar
Maguoketa
Milwaukee
November Wedding Unites Prominent Jackson County Pair
Miss Myrtle Clark and Eldred P. Graaff wed at Sacred Heart Church this morning. Rev. L P Graney officiated at 11 o'clock. The couple, joined by Cyril Clark and Charlene Graaff as witnesses, planned a wedding dinner at the Clark home. They depart for a short trip west and will reside in Bellevue.
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Jackson County
Graney
Sacred Heart Church
Myrtle Clark
Eldred FP. Graaff
Bellevue
Cyril Clark
Clartelle
V. B. Clark
Clark
Joe Maquoketa
Our High School
St. Claya's Academy
Sinsinawa
Wis
Our City
Helevue State Bank
the Sentinel
Graaff
Fire at Cigrence Sackrider home starts blaze
A fire at the Cigrence Sackrider residence south of town was sparked by chimney embers and discovered by local women. Neighbors quickly contained the blaze with barn workers assisting. property damage was not listed. Mrs Geof Hansen, a Davenport visitor, shopped at McAllisters amid price reductions. Richard Twies of Edgerton arrived, plans to travel to Ekalaks after a few days at Will Miller's country home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cigrence
Monblaze
H. Gale Buchner
Maquoketa
McAllisters
Richard Twies
Edgerton
Will Miller
Ekalaks, Mont
Farm Bureau Growth and Accomplishments 1919 20
Growth figures and financial statements for Farm Bureau shown in 1919 20 period. Includes membership increase, state and federal aid, Smith Lever funds, bank balances, and net resources as of Jan 1 1921. Notes forthcoming analysis for public understanding. Members listed on old and few basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ist Bank Balan
Smith-Lever Fund
Smith-Lever
Farm Bureau
Rev C F Boomershire Hurt In Auto Accident Near Lost Nation
Rev C F Boomershire was severely injured when his car skidded off a small bridge near Lost Nation while driving to a pastoral appointment. He freed himself, was helped to the Edleman home, then transferred to hospital care. Shoulder fracture and torn ligaments diagnosed after X rays. Friends lament the accident but are thankful for the limited severity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lost Nation
Boomershine
Ristine
Iowa Triumph Over Minnesota in Friday Football Clash
Iowa defeated Minnesota 25 to 0 in a Friday game at the state university field. Rich substituted for Shettleworth in the last quarter and performed well. A crowd of about 10,003 witnessed the match with several notable local fans present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Page
Minnesota
Iowa State Universi Iield
Iowa
Rich
Shettleworth
Mamicketa
Play and Bor Soca Come to Little Buck Shot at Fairfield
Play and Bor Soca star in a western drama at Fairfield Independent School Friday evening. Admission appears low. Ladies and gents committee hosts a dress fabrics sale at McAllisters with new inventory and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfeld Independent School
McAllisters
Following the Market and Keeping Your Confidence
The readjustment period brings confidence and shared burden to farmers merchants and manufacturers as prices shift. The McAllister Stores Co promises lowest current prices through constant readjustment with Eastern market trends, maintaining quality. Harry J. Nelpert signs on behalf of the firm thanking customers for support as it expands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eryore
Giusy
Wpgliey
McAllister Stores Co
Harry J. Nelpert
Mar
Tamper at Siw Lyceum Course at Pastime Theatre
The Elsiy Baker Trio will perform Wednesday evening at the Pastime Theatre as part of a Lyceum Course event. Attendance is expected to be large while organizers note community interest and local support amid wartime charity efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsiy Baker
America
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Red Cross Chapter
Tors
Ross Lower
John Taylor
Watling Bal
Fire Theaters Home
Geof Hansen
Old Ne
Émi Maquoketa
Washington
Jackson
Otter Créek
Brendon
van Buren
Butler
Farmers Creek
Pairfield
South Park
Town
Richland
Prairie Springs
Tete Des Morts
Union
Lane
Perry
Manuoketa City
Rev. C. F Boomershire
Lyceum
Chus Gair
Asoceml
Azami
Hamier
Ballytin
War Department
Uyorge Cooper Sr
GW Boaten
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