Cutters Debate Wage Cuts as Hagerman Firms Face Walkout
Workers at Hagerman button factory walked out over wage reductions. A meeting at Maccabee hall led by Floyd Itman discussed strategy with a committee to confer with management. Hagerman defended future operations and expected a decision after Wednesday meetings.
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App
Hagerman
Maccabee Hall
Floyd Itman
da Butler
Syd Whitman
Fred Butler
Char Bierman
Ie Maccabee Hall
Stillaner
Ruth
Bishop
A Narrow Escape for Muscatine Man From Fire
Mike Manjoine of Mulberry Street narrowly escaped serious injury when gasoline lamp fuel spilled oil ignited his trousers. Fire spread to sacks behind his fruit stand but was extinguished by nearby witnesses with no further injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike Manjoine
Mulberry Street
Mr. Manjoine
Manjoine
Police Seek Ex-Muscatine Man Over Missing $1300
Centerville Iowa August 18. Officers want Bob Strickland formerly of Muscatine for questioning about the disappearance of 1300 in gold and greenbacks from Samuel Johnson who slept in the same rented room with Strickland and another man both intoxicated. Johnson woke to find the money gone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centerville
Bob Strickland
Muscatine
Samuel Johnson
Johnson
Strickland
Steamboat Race Between J. S. and Helen Blair Ends Tight
The J. S. and the Helen Blair raced from below Fairport to the city with Blair landing first. Witnesses noted heavy smoke from both stacks and similar progress along Geneva island. The Blair’s speed suited river rivermen but they agree the J. S. carried more weight and both boats landed within moments of each other.
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J. S
Helen Blair
Fairport
Blair
Geneva Island
Hog Island
Illinois
American journalist Riggs contributes Philippines letter
Arthur Stanley Riggs, editor and journalist, writes in the Atlantic Monthly on the Philippines. He presents a balanced view, neither idealizing nor prejudiced, arguing the situation has hope and virtues in moderation for serious Philippine affairs analysis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Stanley Riggs
Manila Daily Bulletin
Manila Freedom
Atlantic Monthly
Philippines
Riggs
Society Notes at Miss Eustler’s Surprise Gathering
A group of friends gathered at Miss Josephine Eustler’s home 711 West Fourth Street last evening to celebrate with games music and social conversation. Refreshments concluded the enjoyable event as guests departed thanking the hostess for the pleasant evening.
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Josephine Eustler
West Fourth Street
Stop Lynching Through Prompt Trials and Appeals
A historical reflection argues that lynching could be reduced by faster prompt trials and clear punishments for the guilty. It notes legal delays and appellate reversals dilute deterrence, comparing U S and English criminal appeal practices and quoting Hon David J Brewer on English justice. The piece cites Detroit talk to the American Bar Association and views on appeals in criminal cases.
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American Bar Association
Detroit
Association
Supreme Court
England
E. J. Phelps
Cleveland
David J. Brewer
Supreme Court of the United States
Leslie's Weekly
Wittich Family Heads to Nichols for Relatives Visit
Mr. and Mrs. Werner Wittich and their children of 1920 Iowa Avenue depart this morning on the Western for Nichols to visit relatives. A baby boy weighing eight pounds was born to Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Brandt at 2 o'clock at 502 West Eighth Street. Mother and son are doing nicely.
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Werner Wittich
Iowa Avenue
Nichols
F. J. Brandt
West Eighth Street
Depot construction for Iowa Central and Wabash at Albia
The Albia depot for Iowa Central and Wabash has begun with an estimated cost of 8000 dollars. The project underscores rail expansion plans in the region and aims to serve both rail lines.
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Iowa Central
Wabash
Albia
News Notes from Columbus Junction Aug. 18
Local notes report social visits travel and changes: Miss Mary Moore returns from West Branch after visiting Miss Carrie Shaffer. Miss Margaret Adams departs for Morning Sun then Mt. Pleasant to resume work at Iowa Wesleyan University. Louis Daniels and Miss Nellie Leeds visit, E. C. Shaffer travels to Iowa City. many residents announce moves, departures, and new roles including J. Sprague, Rev. Vance, and QO. S. Todd returns from Cedar Rapids to lead the Safeguard, with dormitory rooms arranged.
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Journal
Columbus Junction
Mary Moore
West Branch
Carrie Shaffer
Margaret Adams
F. W. Adams
Morning Sun
Chautauqua
Mt. Pleasant
Iowa Wesleyan University
Louis Daniels
Burlington
Nellie Leeds
Mediapolis
Fay Wilcox
E. C. Shaffer
Iowa City
John Otto
Bard
Washington County
R. H. Coulter
Ainsworth
M. C. Crouch
DeWitt
H. B. Dickey
Depot
Joe Duncan
Front Street
Chas. Getts
Carpenter
Cherry Avenue
Mr. Dickey
Jas. A. Sprague
Presbyterian Manse
Rev. Vance
Presbyterian Church
Garry Gardner
Eldon
Rock Island
W. A. Highsmith
Jas. Lupton
Missouri
Frank Hubbard
J. M. Harris
Muscatine
Geo. R. King
Little Son
Mexico
J. H. Davis
J. Willett
Columbus City
J. J. Carr
Fredonia
Wapello
Frank Wright
Wright
Mossberry
K. of
Lillie Grubb
Lotta
Florence Letts
Davenport
Howard
Geo. W. Orr
Ira
Elm Grove Township
Arkansas
Orr
Hot Springs
Culd
Range of prices for leading New York stocks and securities
Quotations on bonds and securities listed in New York Aug 18 show the range in prices for leading stocks and securities on the New York Stock Exchange at the close of business today. The report notes the closing ranges and highlights movements across key issues traded in the market.
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New York
New York Stock Exchange
Elite of the City Attends Gentleman From Gascony
The city’s elite will gather to see A Gentleman From Gascony as the company brings complete scenery for the production. Theater parties are already underway and readers are assured a fully illustrated performance. An ill-spirited tongue is noted as always roaming.
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Gascony
A Gentleman From Gascony in Dramatic History
A stage dramatization by Arthur D. Hall of a tale about a Gascon hero who saves King Henri IV and earns titles. The production, mounted by M. W Henley & Son, presents the Huguenot era with vivid scenes, gypsies, and court intrigue at the 16th century Paris setting.
A Gentleman From Gascony Dramatic Presentation
A dramatization of Bicknell Dudley’s novel by Arthur I Hall unfolds in a Huguenot era France setting under Henri of Navarre. Raoul de Puy cadere, a Gascon, seeks fortune for his king. Gabriele de Vrisaac loves him as conspirators and colorful medieval scenes unfold with courtly romance and danger.
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Gascony
Bicknell Dudley
Arthur I. Hall
France
Henri of
Navarre
Raoul de Puycadere
Henri
Gabriele de Vrisaac
Marguerite
Raoul
Sven
Cmd
Right Road Trains and Wilton Branch Schedule
Muscatine Iowa устанавливает расписание по маршрутам R L & P Railway. Поезд Nos 12 и 8 идут на восток ранним утром, Nos 3 65 11 9 идут на юго западе и к железной дороге через Канзас Сити либо Сент Джозеф. Данные обновлены для вагонных и люксовых поездов между Чикаго Денвер и прочими городами. Также указана линия Wilton Branch и изменения в маршрутах к Эванеу и Вашингтону.
Rail schedule and coupon ticket offer advertised
Going North trains Nos 3 15 45 and Going South trains Nos 4 16 44 are listed with ex Sun times and daily services. Coupon Tickets on sale to the United States Canada and Mexico with pay rates folders and contact details to Four Cutts Minneapolis and Brick Junction Iowa for agent J A Ewing.
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Mason City
Sun
St. Paul Express
Way Freight
Peoria Mail
Peoria Express
al Pointe
United States
Canada
Mexico
Minneapolis
Minn
J. A. Ewing
Agent Brick Junction
Iowa
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J. L. Pentzer
Mamager Muscatine Optical Co
East Second St
H. Schmidt & Son Co
Bob
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Mer
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Post Office
Dack
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Atchison
UN. Pac
Pac
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Erie
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St. Pan
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Manhattan
Toben, Malone & Company
Watere Nerve
Chacm Theater
Arthur D. Hall
Ruell Dudley
Hermes
Orest
Puycadgere
Bendite
Gascon
Henri of Navarre
Suceeds
Gabrielle de Vrissac
Gabrielle
Catherine de Medicis
Benedict
M. W Henley & Son
Strie
Stirlings
Colignys
Palatinate
Gwise
Montmorency
Pulp
Spain
Charles
Regina
Heart of Navarre
Paris
Maraverite Valois
Charlies
Catherine
Swan
West Second St
SELZ
Chas. C. Braunworth
Traveler's Guide
R. L & P. Railroad
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ST. Louis
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Peoria
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ST. Paul
Kansas City
M. Meee
Ocess
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Evana
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Wilton
L. M. Allen
Missouri River
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