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Newspaper

Jackson Sentinel

Location

Maquoketa, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1920

Page

5

Engagement Announced for Miss Peter Due Mong to Benjamin Helferich

A postnuptial shower at the Lundall home 1140 Twelfth avenue Moline honored Mrs Paul Derksen and announced the engagement of Miss Peter Due Mong of Moline to Mr Benjamin Helferich of Maquoketa. The wedding is planned for December 14 with gifts awarded to Miss Mildred Greer and Mrs Ernest Smith of Rock Island.

Rudy Lundall Ermine Land Pegry Due Mong Lundall Twelfth Avenue Moline Paul Derksen Peter Due Mong Eliza Due Mong Maquoketa Benjamin Helferich Frank Melferich DeSaulsiers Printing Co aelightt-Tel Mildred Greer Ernest Smith Rock Island DaeMons Grace Woodrow Nannette Greer Woodrow Sixth Avenue Davenport

Ppoings of a Good Society Aid Bazaar and Donations

Armenian and Home Relief Societies distribute clothing and comforts to needy residents. Items include shoes, stockings, dresses, coats, petticoats, and new woolen dresses. McAllister Store aids at cost. bazaar set at Martin Hat Shop on December 6 with four 3 lb challis comforters and a rug donated. Meeting scheduled November 22 hosted by Mrs Louise Maiafi for Home Relief work this year.

Ine Armenian and Home Eliet Society Neipert McAllister Martin Hat Shop Mondey Des Carlota Young Louise ‘Maiafi

Des Moines Man Succumbs After Severe Burns

Succumbs to burns at Samaritan Hospital in Des Moines, Burs J G Blessing dies after week of injuries. He was shipped to South Omaha for burial beside his late wife, survived by two sons Leonora of Ontario and Earl of California, a daughter Mrs J M Seeberg of Manistique, Mich., two sisters Mrs J C Glaser of this city and Mrs Frank Weinschenk of Bellevue. Blessing, born near Andrew, learned the harness trade with Geo Nabling, father of Gourze Dabling.

J. G. Biessing Des Moines Samaritan Hospital South Omaha Leonora Ontario Earl California J. M. Seeberg Manistique, Mich J. C. Glaser This City Frank Weinschenk Believue Mr. Blessing Andrew Geo. Nabling Gourze Dabling

Tuesday Glut Guest Right At the Home of Mrs H B Organ

The Tuesday Club held its annual Guest Evening on November 16 with fifty members and guests attending a six o clock dinner. After dinner stories were shared and four guests performed The Boston Tea Party in period costumes, followed by music, making it one of the season’s most delightful events.

H. B. Organ Boston

Federal ban targets malt and hops sales to bakers

Officials nationwide enforce a new law forbidding malt and hops sales to anyone but bakers and confectioners. The federal ruling aims to curb homebrewing and undermines beer enthusiasts, marking a further restriction on alcoholic production.

Sabula Man Hurt in Collision Near City

Adolph Petersen a Milwaukee veteran employee was badly bruised Friday afternoon when a gas car struck him as he and Chas Weis were returning from Savanna on a speeder. They stopped to yield to a motor car but the latter failed to slow and struck Petersen, breaking the speeder and forcing him home to recover for several days.

Adolph Petersen Milwaukee My Petersen Chas. Weis Homme Savanna Mr. Peterser Speeder Sabuly Gazette

Davenport Couple Weds William Eldred and Neoma Lanchaster

Davenport residents William Eldred, a credit clerk in the wholesale fruit trade, and Neoma Grace Lancaster were married by Rev. Edward A. Lang at the Methodist Episcopal Church in Davenport on Tuesday at 8 p.m. The groom, a nephew of Mrs. Co. of Watseen, grew up in Wyoming before settling in Davenport. Friends offer wishes for happiness.

Davenport William Stanley Eldred Neoma Grace Lanchaster Wer Edward A. Lang Methodis Episcopal Church Hurst Hote Eldred Lancaster Watseen Wyoming

Population at Christian Home Orphanage in Council Bluffs

The Christian Home Orphanage in Council Bluffs reports a steady population rise since January 1. Despite more adoptions to private families, the nonsectarian institution maintains about 250 daily inmates and relies entirely on voluntary contributions to support its humane work. A Thanksgiving donation is requested to aid homeless and fatherless children.

Christian Home Orphanage Counci Bluffs Fac Cooneil Bluffs Ewe

Jones County Sued Over Damages From Bridge Incident

A Jones County suit seeks 3000 damages from Ellsworth alleging a 5000 pound traction engine crossed Shaw bridge months ago, toppled into the river, and the county failed to maintain a safe bridge for such loads. The plaintiff argues the county had duty to ensure bridge safety for heavy vehicles.

Ellsworth Auman Avs Jones County Shaw Bridge Anamoss Eureka

Bogus Check Artist Sought Across Iowa Cities

Police hunt a 26 year old man who has passed counterfeit checks in Cimon, Ottumwa and other towns. Each check totals 25.70 dollars and varies little in form. Meanwhile D M Davis travels to North Platte to stake land, buy cattle for Omaha markets, and visit kin. Neville Allen leads three Federal Bakeries in Davenport. Mrs Aly and son Billie plan to join once lodging is found. Philadelphia prepares an international fair to mark the 250th anniversary of Independence.

Cimon Iowa Ctreator Ottawa Neville Allen Rone Davenport Aly Lea Billie Atlen

Elsie Baker Trio Delights Local Audience

A large and enthusiastic crowd praised the Elsie Baker Trio after Wednesday’s performance. Miss Baker charmed with a contralto voice and stage presence, while Miss Carley on piano and Mrs Tasano on cello were acclaimed artists. The ensemble, though tired from travel, delivered a polished recital, and the Lyceum Course is deemed fortunate to have secured them.

Elsie Baker Miss Baker Wortim Miss Carley Tasano Delmar

Collision on Olive Street Capsizes McAllister Truck

A Ford coupe driven by Murray Turner collided with a McAllister delivery truck on Olive Street near Platt, causing the truck to capsize. The driver Lee Lincoln leaped clear to avoid harm. the coupe avoided injury and the crowd dispersed after vehicles were righted.

Ap Atte Conchuit Platt and Olive Streets Murray Turner Olive St McAllister Company Lee Lincoln Lee

Public notice on late payment and price cut incident

A public notice notes delay in payment by Iowa Electric Co manager J Anderson and mentions a storekeeper in a nearby town cutting dress goods prices by trimming fabric. The fragmentary text implies upcoming article in Friday issue.

Iowa Electric Co

Why Red Cross Funds Should Aid Local Needy Now

A local Red Cross executive member questions fund distribution urging that idle surplus funds totaling thousands be redirected to feed and clothe underfed children in the community. He recalls wartime generosity to soldiers and argues charity should serve local poor rather than remain idle.

Red Cross Laoss Ilocal Utes Wat Doys Red Cross Organization Red Cross Bureau Watt

Koverber Wedding at E. Parsonage in Jackson County

Roy A. Fink and Miss Marie Hayward wed at the M E Parsonage on Wednesday afternoon November 17 at 3 o'clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E A Lang in the presence of numerous relatives. The bride, a daughter of Mr and Mrs Geo Hayward, resides north of town. The groom, brother of Mrs C Rasmussen, formerly lived in Lorimer Town until he served in the navy in World War I and later became a farmer. The Sentinel extends congratulations.

Ma. E. Parsonage Roy A. Fink Marie Hayward E. A. Lang Jackson County Geo. Hayward C. Rasmussen Lorimer

Thanksgiving Baskets at M E Church Seeks Donations

Thanksgiving basket drive organized by church committee will pack items in the basement of the M E church. Volunteers will work Tuesday afternoon 2 to 5 and Wednesday morning after 9 o'clock. Anyone with donations should bring them to the church during those hours.

Knanksgiving M. E.+ church

Investments Promised As Representations Promote Various Projects

A crowd of stock salesmen and over a dozen representatives presented diverse projects to engage citizens. The event offered ample opportunities to invest, with notable interest and substantial coin reportedly placed, though specifics were unclear.

Visllew

Ristine Wins First Honors in Five Mile Cross Country

Leonard Ristine son of Dr and Mrs J O Ristine of this city won first honors in the five mile cross country race between Iowa State University speedsters and Minnesota colleges. The achievement highlights his speed and brings pride to Miqiokets.

Leonard Ristine J. 0. Ristine Tealm Iowa Minnesota Leonard

School Nurse Helps Maquoketa Third Grader Stay Clean

A Maquoketa Public School pupil in the third grade describes a visit from the school nurse. The nurse examined the student, checked hands throat teeth skin hair and provided a sip to take home to mama. The student expresses appreciation for the nurse and school health care.

Ottawa Bank Robbery Ends in Confession After Vault Breach

Frantic night in Ottawa as bank teller Frances J. Carey died inside the vault from fumes while robbers cracked a six inch door. A package with missing currency was recovered, and Terence Connolly witnessed the scene from a nearby rear door. Carey later confessed, with bank president Charles C. Taylor and staff names noted in the investigation. The escape team and local authorities coordinated quick action, aided by Chicago police due to the vault breach.

Frances J. Carey Sie Terence Connolly Ottawa Connolly Braten Joliet Chicago Carey S. Ayers Ottewa Charles C. Taylor

Auto Crash Near Ravenport Wounds Miss Myrtle Bean

A car driven by W A Benadom collided with a stationary box car at the First street and Wilkes avenue intersection in Ravenport injuring stenographer Myrtle Bean. She suffered a cut lip and two teeth knocked out while the driver escaped uninjured. the ambulance was called but she could not walk home.

Myrtle Bean W. A. Benadom First Street Wilkes Avenue Ravenport Benadom Bentdon Davenport

Iowa Short 35,000 Homes in Sagging Market

Iowa housing chief E. H. Sands told a senate subcommittee that about 35,000 homes are needed today. He traced growth from 1910 when roughly 1,945 homes served families, noting steady increases since. Sands cited a nationwide tightening of new home construction and regional shortfalls in 11 states, with Des Moines highlighted as a constraint.

Iowa E. H. Sands Senate Berg Sandy New Sands Des Mulnye

Thanksgiving Service Next Thursday in Town Limits

Thanksgiving service scheduled for next Thursday morning at 7 o clock in the stock hall. Reverend Lang to lead the service and Morgat to have charge. Mr and Mrs Henry Risinger reside seven miles east of town. Travel day set for early morning November 18th. A baby girl born to Mr and Mrs near Andrew.

It of Stock de. Morgat Charee Lang Willrescht Henry Risinger Amnt Mr and Myses Andrew

Lincoln Highway Tire Company Closes Its Doors

The Fulton Journal reports the Lincoln Highway Tire Company has closed its doors amid efforts to defend investments deemed bad for the city. Businessmen fear impacts on the local economy as extraordinary charges and reckless financial practices are cited.

Lincol N Highway Tire Company Re Co Shell Eigit Pulten Journal Sto Fulton Beer Indies

Auto Dealers Convene in Daverport to Review Iowa Legislation

Auto dealers from six Iowa counties including Davkson Jones on Muscatite Cedar and Scott gather at Hotel Bleck Hawk Daverport to discuss proposed laws affecting motor trades. Representatives from i-City Trades association New Rock Ishind and Esst Moling attend as the Motor Prades committee reports the current laws were enacted hastily and are ambiguous and unsatisfactory. The committee plans tests at Ames on Saturday.

Ames

Fragmentary OCR notes on car incident and damages

Incomplete transcript recalls an incident involving Charlie Hansen and a car accident. Mentioned are notes of a trial and damages with references to Lea Edwards and Quialan related to the plant and wagon obstruction. Dated context unclear and details fragmented.

Ihem Taxen Charlotte Che Questaon Charlie Hansen Qhig Cele Atr Lea Unis Cerm J. Quialan

Navigation Season Closes in Mississippi Port System

The river navigation season ends as government officials report limited operations and no boats opening on the harbor. Parts of the upper river remain calm while government agencies warn of ongoing strain on the system.

Mississippi

The Over From a the ees Wy serials stillv operated

The fragmentary report notes a county area issue with a delayed operation and cash handling, mentioning a hosted travel plane and negotiated payment terms amid vague references to individuals and a site. It preserves several proper names and dates but remains unclear in detail.

Huntie Sourye Sons Fai Ng Seasey Moseshote

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