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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1913

Page

8

Tennis Players Ready for Third Round in City Championship

After a second round concluded at Coneva Golf and Country Club, third round play begins tomorrow with pairings announced. Notable results include J V Kennefick defeating Walter Moll and W H Grout beating A Davidson. Remaining matches in progress include Lewis Jackson versus R J Leysen and Tred Nesper versus Robert Nietzel. A Silver Moving Cup trophy, exhibited at Volger Jewelry, will be presented to the champion.

Coneva Golf and Country Club Hetaro Jie Frat Lewis Jackson R. J. Leysen Tred Nesper Robert Nietzel J. V. Kennefick Walter WH. K. Grout Tle Davidson J. V. Kennefck Ralf Grigsby W. J G. Baker C. R. Stanard A. Hatin F. K. Grout Neyper-Nietz

Robbers Blow Open Lakonta Store Safe

Oskaloosa August 28 The sale of Lyman Brothers store at Lakonta near here was blown shortly after midnight and $100 in cash together with numerous articles of merchandise taken The explosion awakened residents of the community but the robbers made good their escape.

Oskaloosa Lyman Brothers Lakonta Here Jaldmigh

Union Men Quit Pumps as Mines Flood in Calumet

In Calumet Michigan August 28 union men at the Mohawk mine struck, unions say pumps halted and water filled the works. Copper country strikers and women attacked a Hecla miner on the way to work but militiamen rescued him. Hundreds of strikers paraded with daily marches and protests.

Calumet Mich Mohawk Western Federation of Mineralaat Worl

Freckles and The Girl of the Mountains at Grand theatre

A Grand theatre run features two attractions this season. première on Saturday August 30 presents Freckles based on Gene Stratton Porter with a lavish production by D L Martin. Monday September 1 offers The Girl of the Mountains famed for its sustained plot and northern California setting with an acclaimed cast and elaborate stage.

Séagon Grand Theatre Neil Twomey Gene — Stratton-Porter D. L. Martin Trackles Anato Priedand Ate Musica Athea Woodland Devaid Cugaorda Bowieknives California Steve Bonn

Hanley named head of Valley Association as Keokuk event concludes

Charles Hanley of Muscatine is elected unanimously as head of the Mississippi Valley Power Boat association at Keokuk. E H Van Patten becomes vice admiral and S J Seaman rear admiral, with Kidder and Motler named secretary and treasurer. No selection yet for next regatta site. Meanwhile the Geneva Golf and Country Club moves to delay opening due to Mulberry avenue paving, though interior work and new furniture arrive for immediate club house use.

Hig E. H. van Patten S. J. Seaman Clinton Kidder LaCrosse Sitl RB. A. Motler Mada Joseph R. Kelso Bellevue J. W. Dixon Burlington F. C. Smith Keokuk Mailttoc Lake Cooper Bika’ Club Geneve Golf and Country Club East Mulberry Avenue

Foster Young People In Social at Foster Baptist Church

Foster Illinois august 25 the young people's society of the foster Baptist church held an interesting joint at the country home of Hol Foster Wednesday evening a large amount of ice cream and home made beverages were disposed of

Foster, Ill Young People’s Society of the Foster Baptist Church Hol Foster

No Army Navy Football Game This Year

West Point August 28 Official announcement by the army athletic council that there will be no Army Navy football game this year. The Army will play the Carlisle Indian School while the Navy meets West Point on November 29.

West Point Army Athletic Council Army

Banquet Arrangements for Fans Made Today

Plans announced for a complimentary Muscatina Central Association baseball players banquet next Tuesday after the championship race. St Matthias Industrial will prepare the repast at Workmen Hall on Chestnut Street. About 160 to 200 fans expected. tickets urged by Saturday night at Joel Hanks, Davig Bier parts, Reeder Book Store, and the Smoke House to inform the organizers of expected plates.

Muscatina Central Association St. Matthias Industrius Fang Musky Joe! Hanks Davig Bier Reeder Book Store Smoke House

Fall Garment Models Attract Muscatine Store Sale

Attractive Idne of New Fall Coats Dresses and suits are being placed on sale by the B. BE Lilly Dry Goods store of Muscatine as part of a town merchants syndicate. The group sourced woolens from American Woolen Mills with in syndicate made orders to ensure better material and workmanship. The ad promises substantial savings with prices like 19.00 garments sold for 15.00 elsewhere and 20.00 pieces at 9.50, plus new styles and designer inputs for distinctive apparel.

B. BE. Lilly Dry Goods Atord Muscatine Towa American Woolen Mills Iowa Jaye Neen

German American Press association meetup in Rock Island

The German American Press association of the West plans a gathering in Rock Island from September 1 to 14. Ex-Congressman A. F. Vawsen of Davenport will headline a banquet for delegates, hosted by the Tri City Press club and the Davenport Ad-Men.

German-American Press Association of the West Rock Island A. F. Vawsen Davenport Tri City Press Club Ad-Men

Glynn Acting Governor Recognition Highlighted in Albany

Democratic leaders prepared to finalize the legislature's recognition of Lieutenant Governor Glynn as acting governor. They aimed to resolve business before the extraordinary session ends September 15, with no Senate fight expected. A new twelve foot sign for Glynn's West Togger y Shop was installed, featuring black and chipped gold lettering.

Albany Glynn Senate

Muscatine Men to Attend Convention Announcement

Henry Welnz and Herman Mah raun of Muscatine received notice of the annual meeting. The two plan to attend the convention as representatives for the Muscatine group.

Henry ‘Welnz Herman Mah~ Raun Muscatine

Indians Lose A.M. Battle To Keewanee Keokuk

In Keokuk on Aug 28 heavy Kewanee hitting in the second inning powered a 12 to 6 victory over the Indians. Keokuk led briefly in the first but Hers fell behind as both teams fielded poorly. Batteries Beard Haley and Paytrick Kling Means.

Keokuk Kewanee Indians Weokuk Acord Hewanes Beard Haley

Mra Herman Schraeder Visits Friends and Relatives

A fragment notes Mrs Herman Schraeder of 184 Canon Avenue plans to visit friends and relatives, mentioning travel to Noehola. The readable portion centers on personal visit intentions and nearby address.

Mra Herman. Schraeder Canon Avenue Jett Noehola Rand Fon

East Hill program announced for laymen meeting

The Laymen's Association of the Jews Conference of the Methodist Episcopal church will meet in Oskaloosa September 5 and 6. Two delegates and two alternates will represent the North Muscatine circuit. They will be elected at the last quarterly conference at Park Avenue church. Rev. A. H. Barker attends the Iowa Annual Conference in Oskaloosa. The program lists devotionals and talks on social life, with reports from northern area churches expected to be encouraging. Local residents Firefly trip and Davenport visit noted.

A. Power Fairfield H. W. van Dyke Winfield A. G. Lee Batavia W. B. la Force Ottumwa

Muscatine Opens Strong In Waterloo Showdown

In the Waterloo opener, Muscatine led early as Newmeyer pitched for Sterlings and held the Jays to limited scoring. Chietta threw for Waterfoons while Muscatine pursued the win with eight points across the first three rounds, signaling a determined start to the Wisterloo series.

Boyle C. A

Final Rites Held For Mrs Hughes At Home

The funeral of Mrs. Sar al Hughes was held this afternoon at 715 West Third Street. The service was conducted by Reverend Webster Hakes of Trinity Episcopal Church. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery. pallbearers were William McQue.

Mra Saral’ BE. Hughes West Third Street Webster Hakes Trinity Episcopal Church Greenwood Cemetery William” “MeQues

Local names listed in an official notice

The fragment lists ten individuals including F. A. Neldig Maynard Thomson Fred Green William and M. Hughes, suggesting a partially readable roster or signatory group in a local public notice. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.

Ten F. A. Neldig Maynard Thomson Fred Green William and M. Hughes

Hunters licenses surge as hunting season opens

The County Recorder reports a spike in hunting permits as the season begins September 1. In the last sixty days two hundred licenses were issued and authorities expect a rise this weekend as Labor Day draws near. Squirrel and duck hunting will be allowed after Sunday, with many enthusiasts eager to use their fowling pieces. The Mississippi River's low water is draining ponds, potentially reducing small game and affecting shoot opportunities this autumn.

Office of the County Record

El Deen chub to host church picnic at Weed park

Friday afternoon plans shifted for the El Deen church group The Reubles will host a picnic supper at Weed park honoring the church baseball team which recently won the pennant The supper will be served in the oil house Meanwhile Mrs Hage and Mrs Emery of Newton visited the W Davis home and left for Wilton after viewing the Keoki power dam John Torne in poor health at home north of Muscatine, age eighty two, remains unimproved after a serious illness.

Yas Marie Herwig Weed Park Church Organzarian Seqsl Louis Hage Emery Newtown Guetta W. Davis Sycamore Wilton Becca Davis Keoki John Torne Muscatine Toyne

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