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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1955

Page

2

Robert A Althaus Dies At Home In Moline

Robert A Althaus of Moline formerly of Muscatine died at his home this morning. Funeral rites planned for Monday in Moline with burial there. Born Muscatine August 20 1893 he graduated from Muscatine High School and Iowa State College. He married Lillian Almandinger on September 21 1917 and is survived by his wife two sons Robert and Luman two daughters and two sisters Edith and Mrs Bessie Brookhart of Muscatine.

Robert A. Althaus Moline Til Muscatine Mr. Althaus Muscatine High School Iowa State College Ames Lillian Almandinger Robert Luman Edith Bessie Brookhart

Michigan Streams Run Through Trout Waters Network

Michigan reports 36 350 miles of streams with about half designated as trout waters. The data highlights a substantial cold water resource and implications for fishing, conservation, and watershed management across the state.

Michigan

Police court records note dismissals and fines in county actions

On Friday August 26 1955 minor police actions were filed against Clyde Middleton but dismissed due to failure to appear. Three people paid fines for intoxication. Donna Yerrington was warned for careless handling and a suspended jail sentence was imposed on Edwin LaBarr. Kenneth Orr reported the theft of a 3p red automatic fly reel and three plugs from his car by the river front near the freight depot.

Clyde Middleton Ince Max A. Klyn Albia Don Yerrington Lincoln ‘Boulevard Edwin George la Barr Donna Yerrington Lincoln Boulevard

Wife Files Suit and Decrees Signed in County Courts

Dorothy L. Miller sues for divorce in district court alleging cruelty against Charles L. Miller. The couple wed February 12, 1954, at Ava Missouri. Judge Matthew Westrate signed a final decree granting Thelma Herlein divorce from Albert Herlein with $2000 to be paid, $500 now and $60 monthly, and Herlein to keep farm property. Frank E. Shanks case awards Judith J. Shanks temporary support of $30 weekly Pending trial.

Dorothy L. Miller Charles L.miller Ava, Mo Matthew Westrate Thelma Herlein Albert Herlein Herlein Herbins Des Moines Frank E. Shanks Judith J. Shanks

Hearing in Evans Case Continues in County Court

Evans held in county jail on $500 bond for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Justice Jehring postponed the hearing to 10 a.m. Tuesday. Separate larceny charges in Justice Woodward's court were also rescheduled to 3 p.m. today. Ward paid a $10 fine plus costs or three days in jail for an intoxication charge in police court. George Harley Sheardon and Jessie Paxson paid fines in Woodward's court for gross weight exceeding registration.

Joe ‘Evans County Robert Jehring Garry Woodward Ward George Harley Sheardon Harrisburg Jessie Paxson Wapello Virgil Schmelzer City Woodward’s Court

River and City Stage Changes by River Report

River Stages LaCrosse 4.6 shows no change while Lansing rises 0.2 to 7.6. Dam No 9 climbs 0.1 to 12.3. McGregor stays at 6.3, Dubuque remains 6.9, Davenport holds at 3.4 and Keokuk drops 1.0 to 2.0.

LaCrosse Lansing Dam McGregor Dubuque Davenport Keokuk Fall

Fresh Fruit Salads and Cream Cheese Nut Garnish

A summer favorite feature suggests fresh fruit salads as a base with an optional garnish of plain cream cheese balls rolled in finely chopped nuts or water cress for extra texture and flavor.

Funeral Rites for Mrs. Bessie Noret Succumbed at 51

Final rites for Mrs. Bessie Noret 51 were conducted at the Fairbanks Home for Funerals with the Rev. Caleb Larson presiding. Organist Mrs. Marion Templeman and vocalist Mrs. Robert Hansen performed. Burial followed in Wyoming, Illinois.

Bessie Noret Muscatine County Hospital Fairbanks Home Caleb Larson Marion Templeman Robert Hansen Buria Wyoming Ill

Births Reported From Local Hospitals

Birth announcements list a daughter to Mr and Mrs Richard Morrow on rural route 1 Joy J this Thursday. A son to Mr and Mrs William Street 207 West Second Street this morning. A son to Mr and Mrs Lyle Beverlin Grandview this morning. At Bellevue hospital a daughter to Mr and Mrs Clarence Harper rural route 4 this morning.

Muscatine County Hospital Richard Morrow Joy William Street West Second Street Lyle Beverlin Grandview Bellevue Hospital Clarence Harper

Local Hospital Admittances and Community Notices

Admittances to Muscatine County Hospital include John Hudson and several others with addresses listed. Dismissals include Barbara Mathias and others. Grace Lutheran and Bethel AME church services in morning and a sermon titled No Regrets. Mrs Dugan and Theresa Dugan return from a trip visiting Detroit Niagara Falls and New York. A trip slide at Bethel AME church tonight features Europe photos. Marriage licenses issued for Eugene Cassioppi Iris J Wright and Robert John McMahon Betty Berry. Inquiries include Bellevue hospital admission for Dixie Ross and David Titus. Senator Laphen and family from Chicago visit W R Lacy. Numerous other local addresses mentioned.

Grace Lutheran Church James Dugan Theresa Dugan Detroit Niagara Falls New York City Bethel Ame Eugene Cassioppi Iris J. Wright Muscatine Scott Donovan East Fifth Street Broadway David P. Donovan Dixie Ross David Titus East Second

2 Women Serious After Mishap at Stock Car Race

Two women remained in serious condition after a stock car accident at the Sac County Fair. Five other people suffered minor injuries when two cars collided and another breached a fence into parked vehicles. Injured spectators included Mrs. Andrew Janssen and Mrs. Alice Reincke with their families treated as outpatients.

Sac City Sac County Andrew Janssen Auburn Alice Reincke Nokomis Janssen Darlene Janssen Sam Finley Lake City Jim Darrell Holtorff Pomeroy Bill Paulson Alta

Most Grains Fall After Beans Corn Shows Strength

Grain prices swung as beans and corn dominated activity with beans stronger while grains fell. Early buying was dampened by weekend risk and Midwest heat, with traders avoiding long positions. Wheat slipped to about 1.92 and corn moved between lower and higher as autumn contracts traded.

Chicago Midwest

Halstead Files Candidacy for Alderman at Large

Halstead an electrician from 1101 East Front Street filed papers today as a candidate for alderman at large in Halstead. He has never held city office and filed in the office of City Recorder Florence Mason. Raleigh Rieke also filed four papers for the same seat. two will be elected.

Braunsworth Halstead East Front Street Halstead Florence Mason City Recorder Raleigh Rieke

Inter national Harvester wage talks drag over single article

Chicago reports bargaining between International Harvester Co and the CIO United Auto Workers over a wage agreement for 40 000 striking workers. Talks began July 11 and continued after a weekend walkout as negotiators focus on a single complex contract article.

Chicago International Harvester Co CIO United Auto Workers UAW

Aid to Air Observers Builds Electronic Detector

Baltimore report details the Air Research and Development Command unveiling an electronic aircraft detector for ground observers. The device, mounted on a hard hat, features an antenna, a horizontal coil, and a back rod, with the volume control near the left lapel, designed for volunteer Ground Observer Corps technicians at Rome Alice Center in New York.

Baltimore Air Research and Development Command Rome, N. Y Alice Center Ground Observer Corps

Tax Reduction Forecast Lowers 1955 Deficit to 1.7 Billion

The article notes a continued tax reduction lowers the current fiscal deficit to 1.7 billion for the year, down from January forecasts of 2.4 billion. It compares with a 1955 deficit of 4.2 billion and stresses the deficit would be the smallest in five years, constituting about 3 percent of total spending.

Grain and Livestock Quotations Hogs Steady to Higher

Hogs sold steady to 25 cents higher as salable receipts dropped to 2,500 head. Cattle and calves were overall dull with cleaners steady to weak, bulls and feeders slow, while steers and heifers showed limited activity. Lambs and yearlings varied with good spring lambs quoted around 18.50 to 21.50.

Chicago Wade USDA

Budget Balance Emphasized Amid Prosperity Talk

Humphrey and Budget Director Hughes urged prudent spending as they noted a balanced budget may be in sight this year. They warned Americans to exercise wisdom and restraint in public and private affairs amid rising prosperity.

Humphrey Rowland R. Hughes

New York Stocks Close With Mixed Advances and Declines

Stocks in New York and West U markets show mixed results led by U Tes rallying 23 percent while Wilson Co gains 11 percent and Woolworth moves up 50. Investors weigh earnings and market sentiment amid trading.

West U Tes Wilson Co Woolworth

Local Markets Poultry Prices Reported

Heavy breed hens over four pounds and lights leghorns and hybrids priced at 40 cents per dozen for eggs A. Eggs B and medium at 28 cents. Dirties and checks quoted at 17 cents.

Grain price report for Chicago market details

Chicago values show wheat unavailable and corn at No 3 yellow 1.31 to 1.32 per bushel. No 5 corn quoted at 1.28 with samples around 1.20 to 1.27. Oats No 1 extra heavy white 59 and barley malting 1.30 to 1.40 with feed 0.90 to 1.00. Soybean meal priced at 53.00.

Chicago

Potatoes Prices and Shipments Reported Nationwide

USDA potato arrivals total 360 ships with moderate supplies and demand. California long whites fetch 3.00, Idaho Oregon long whites 2.85 to 3.00, russets 3.75 to 3.85. Washington long whites 2.90. Wisconsin War "was" 1.55. Chicago market steady overall with best stock in demand.

Chicago USDA U. S California Idaho Oregon Washington Wisconsin

Chicago Produce Market Report Aug 76 Butter and Eggs Prices

Butter steady with receipts 750 494 and wholesale prices unchanged. Egg prices unsettled with receipts 9635 and prices mostly unchanged to lower. U S large whites 60 69.9, A quality 59, mixed 49, mediums 43, U S standards 36. Cars 90 55.

Chicago U. S

Market Report on Poultry and Livestock Prices

The USDA reports steady live poultry receipts with 368 coops handling 73 605 pounds on Thursday. F o b paying prices show hens 21 to 24 ½ cents, light hens 17 ½ to 18 ½ cents, broilers 30 to 31 ½ cents, old roosters 13 ½ to 14 ½ cents, and ca pomettes 4 ½ to 6 pounds at 36 to 338 cents.

USDA F.o.b

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