Davenport Man Ray Day Arrested in Maquoketa Robbery
Ray Day a Davenport resident known as a local character was arrested after a Monday robbery at the Charles Schaefer home 126 East Sixth Street Davenport. Day said to have been employed by Schaefer claimed the clothes were his and threatened to sue if returned. He was briefly detained at Maquoketa before authorities recovered some items and released him.
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Davenport Times
Davenport
Ray Day
Tadian
Maquoketta
Charles Schaefer
East Sixth Street
Day
Schaefer
Maquoketa
Trade in old goods through this paper ad drive
Realize value in household castoffs. If you have furniture, machines, or farm implements you no longer need, place a small ad to connect with buyers nearby. It costs little and can match your unwanted item with someone willing to pay a fair price. Think over what you could dispose of and drop in an ad.
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Canby ‘Snd
Delayed Sentinel Printing Due to Press Gear Breakage
The Sentinel explains delays in delivery caused by a shaft on the large press snapping two gearings, stopping work for hours. Repairs were rushed. wires to the factory were heated and efforts to publish a timely paper continued. The note laments not delivering on time while readers faced mailing delays. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Meginnis visited Chicago for a family visit, and C. E. Tabor returned home from Clinton after an operation, with patient recovery going well.
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Sentinel
W. W. Meginnis
Chicago
Miss Lenore
C. E. Tabor
Clinton
Mr. Pabor
Hussite Joe Elsner Weds Miss Florence Waters in Quiet Petersville Ceremony
After overseas service, Joe Elsner married Florence Waters at St. Patrick's church in Petersville. The telegraph operator, son of Frank Elsner, had just returned from duty with a splendorous record and plans a future home with his bride. The couple celebrated with a family dinner and a brief honeymoon in the state before settling near several job opportunities awaiting Elsner.
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Joe Elsner
Petersville
Florence Waters
Father Ryan
St. Patrick's Church
Frank Elsner
Joe
Hale
Maquoketa
Elsner
President's Health Improves After Busy Day
President Wilson is reported in fine shape by Secretary Tumulty after an active day last Friday. He is awaiting word on industrial conference bills and will act by October 28 if not otherwise delayed, with the prohibition enforcement measure pending in the departments.
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Wilson
Tumulty
Iirs
Tumult
Congress
Largest Treasury check resets record amid historic funding
The article notes Secretary Glass authorizes a record large check tied to US Treasury obligations. It clarifies the sum does not transfer funds but covers account fee redemption of certificates and other debts last June. It mentions a prior largest outgoing Treasury check of 2 billion dollars loaned to Great Britain.
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Suzjasa Cnecs
Glass
United States
Treasury
Great Brit
The Westerness at New Orpheum Theatre Postponed
An error in Tuesday’s issue mis-stated the start date for The Westerness. The western drama now begins at the Orpheum on Thursday Oct 24 with shows Friday and Saturday following. Mrs BE Safford left for Excelsior Springs Mo for treatments. Victor Thomas of Milestone Sask arrived from Chicago. he owns 00 acres cultivated plus pasture land worth about 19000. Crops in his area are good this year and will yield about 19000. He plans a ten day visit to relatives and friends.
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Orpheum Theatre
Orpheum
BE. Safford
Excelsior Springs
Victor Thomas
Milestone
Sask
Canada
Our City
Chicago
Victor
Mate
Mr. Thomas
Rural survey hints at changing farm life and church decline
The rural survey finds the country church a fading social center as autos ease travel and farm chores improve. It notes farmer households gain modern conveniences like power washers and piped water, while nearness to towns changes worship habits and community life. The survey underscores gradual progress with social and material shifts shaping rural life.
German Colonization Plans in South America
German emigration societies push colonization in Paraguay and northern Argentina as they acquire large land tracts. The nations there reportedly welcome the effort to quickly cultivate vast undeveloped countryside.
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South America
Paraguay
Argentine
Man Killed Wife And Ten Children Then Died
Coroner's jury found Hansen's deed was committed while temporarily insane. The case recalls Hansen's murder of his wife and ten children at their DeWitt area home before he took his own life. Mr and Mrs Witlur Sears traveled to Ponca after visiting J.B. Ross and friends. They plan to depart for California next Monday and spend the winter in Los Angeles.
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Hansen Animer
Hansen
DeWitt
Obituary of V. F. Bailey A 19th Century Settler in Iowa
V F Bailey born March 3 1846 near Belfast New York state. He came to Iowa in 1863 and lived at Welton Maquoketa DeWitt until his death in 1919. He married Mary A Hunter in 1879 and had daughters Maude B and Mae M plus one grandson Raymond L Smith. Funeral service held at his daughter J F Danielson’s home Elwood with Rev J J Snyder, interment in DeWitt cemetery.
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V. F. Bailey
Belfast
Newd
John F
Bailey
Taws
Mary A. Hunter
DeWitt
Tows
Welton
Maquoketa
Maude B
Frank L. Smith
DeWitt Ja
Mae M
John Donielton
Elwood
Raymond L. Smith
Farmers Smiling Over Prosperity This Season
The Sentinel Field man notes farmers along the routes are smiling as prosperity sweeps the community this season. Crops are fine and outbuildings bulge after harvest. The good news keeps readers loyal and supports the newspaper’s effort to assist patrons.
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Mr. Smalley
Local Birth Announcements From Aged News Page
Mr west and Mrs Miles Putman of teen Hill rejoice over the arrival of a baby daughter. Mr. and Mrs Geo Haywood announce the arrival of a daughter. Rev Lewis Darwin noted. Mrs Chas Smola and daughter of are expected in a few days with Mr and Mrs WF.
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Mr_ west
Miles Putman
Teen Hill
Geo. Haywood
Lewis Darwin
Chas
Smola
Daylight Savings Time Reminder Sunday Hour Change
The note urges Saeco families to wake at one o clock next Sunday to set clocks back one hour. It warns churchgoers may arrive early and jokes about glancing at the time during sermons. The write up hopes for no future war and marks the return of the sun to rule the time.
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Saeco
Sol
Of Course It Pays
A leading merchant told the Sentinel that ads pay well, confirming that consistent Sentinel advertising yields strong returns. The piece contrasts two nearby merchants with one thriving on quick sales and sharp prices, while the other lags behind. The sentiment emphasizes brisk business and the public’s alertness to value.
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The
Sentinel
Moeller Returns From Siberia Welcomed Home
Emiel Moeller son of Mr and Mrs Wm Moeller writes he is safe in San Francisco Ce Qet Sth and staying at Genertt hospital with foot trouble caused by low ice conditions after years in Siberia His arrival brings great joy to the soldier's family and hometown readers celebrate his homecoming despite illness.
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Emiel Moeller
Wm. Moeller
San Francisco
Qet
Genertt Hospital
Emiel
Siberia
Boe
Miracle Man at the Pastime Promises Wonder Picture
Local patrons recall a curious scene as the Pastime screens the "Miracle Man" on October 30 and November 1. Mr. and Mrs. Will Orr of Dyston and Mrs. Joe French of Lesser visit their aunt Mrs. Eli Wilson. The reel gathers attention for its odd spectacle and playful banter about being called up or down.
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Will Orr
Dyston
Joe French
Lesser
Eli Wilson
Labor Conference Debate Questions Real Value for Country
The Industrial Conference in Washington faces questions about real progress and outcomes. After two weeks of talks among capital, labor, and the public, delegates still seek a workable compromise through the General Committee of Fifteen, hoping for voluntary peaceable dispute settlement or eventual compulsory arbitration by law. The public mood pressures quicker action.
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Washington
Congress
Sale of Real Estate to settle estate of Joseph Hayes
Notice of Sale of Real Estate in Jackson County Iowa settles the estate of Joseph Hayes late of Lamotte. The District Court appoints a referee to sell the Joseph Hayes farm located about three and one half miles south of Lamotte at the Doverport and Pubrque road containing ISU acres more or less. Bids will be received at public auction at the Iowa Savings Bank in Lamotte Iowa on November 3 1919. Referee nk H. Rock.
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Joseph Hayes
Jackson County
District Court
Iowa
Lamotte
Doverport and
Pubrque Road
Iowa Savings Bank
Nk H. Rock
Naw Manager Arrives in Our City at Electric Company
J E Anderson of Eifora arrives as new manager of the town Electric Company. Ben Mowry recently resigned after holding the post for years. Mrs Myeun Lockwood returned from a visit at Dixford Jet. Andrew Peters departed Tivtre Wavenport to return home. CPL Banch ap Anna Rauch’s ward is noted. Mrs J E Betentet called to Cheyenne because of illness of her 15 year old daughter Leon Dees who had an operation for acute appendicitis. The little girl remains in a very serious condition.
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J. E. Anderson
Eifora
Ben Mowry
Town Electric Company
Mowry
Myeun Lockwood
Dixford
Andrew Peters
Tirtre Wavenport
Cpl Banch
Anna Rauch
Gohiman
Sauda
Hopkins
Orpheum
J. E. Betentet
Cheyenne
Weomine
Leons Dees
Iowa Day Program At HHS Observed In Assembly
Iowa Day observance held in the HHS assembly room Wednesday morning with a faculty and student program. The aim is to foster Hawkeye State pride and knowledge of the state’s industries and potential, echoing similar observances statewide. Performances include songs such as The Star Spangled Banner and Iowa, plus readings by Glenn Watson, Marion Mathias, Thur Gibson, and Alene Covertzle.
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Iowa
Hawkeye
Hancock
Por
Prominent Davenport Pastor Answers Summons
The Rt. Rey P. Ryat, a well known Catholic prelate, died at his Davenport home Tuesday afternoon at 1:43 oclock. He had served as pastor of St Marys Church for four years and was 77. In poor health for some time, his funeral will be held in Davenport Saturday with clergy from across the country in attendance.
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Rey P. Ryat
Davenport
Dog theft rattles Dr Buell in North Circle area
Dr Buell was furious Wednesday after a Irish man from the far north allegedly stole his pet dog. The dog was found near Arcade Street by Erma Court, and Dee has forgiven the thief while keeping a close eye on the pet.
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Dr. Buell
Doc
Che Hee Forte
Arcade Street
Erma Court
Dee
Ieh
Miss Lucile Thomas Weds Keiser Chindoo in Secret Aug 17 1919
Miss Lucile Thomas of Omaha surprised friends by announcing her secret marriage to Keiser Chindoo on August 17, 1919. The bride, second daughter of Mr and Mrs B F Thomas of Omaha, receives the Sentinel’s congratulations.
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Lucile Thomas
Omaha
Keiser Chindoo
Thebride
B. F. Thomas
Omaka
the Sentinel
Refused to Be Tried In Germiny War Responsibility
Fragmented notice-like text mentions the grand statue and war responsibility in Germiny, with doubt over Lodendorf being forced to admit fault. Also notes Beaker hospital patient Olive Weight, Mrs Olive Weight at hospital, and locals McDonald of Waterloo visiting Lou Anndersen home. Mentions Mi O Na Stomach Tablets and The Weaker Vessel at New Orleans.
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Jy‘giind
Commission
Germiny
Lodendorf
Suvack & Luckvish’s
Mary Maclaren
New Orpreem
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Naw
HHS
Wregkej
Macke
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