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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1906
Page
4
Local briefs show Rev and Mrs Preston arriving on the El Paso, Mrs Gremmel visiting Chicago, Inez Holmes visiting Atalissa, and multiple residents returning from Denver Keota and Fresno. Market items, a 25 cent county outline map offer, Sanitary Milk Co notice, and rural posts for sale accompany the day’s notes.
The All Stars were routed 24 to 0 by Washington in a one sided game. Fesler Murray and teammates dominated the match as Chayka and Borgstedt pitched for the local squad. Washington decided to send the visitors home as planned, with Mile River side awaiting later.
The island drainage ditch drainage district No. 8 case advances to district court after service on Louisa and Muscatine county auditors. Earlier, Louisa and Muscatine boards failed to agree on representation within 20 days and took no action.
Muscatine managers race to fill September schedule with strong mano a mano games. Rock Island Three and Davenport Three teams are eyed for September 12 and early dates, while Washington and Wapello visits loom as fast lineups with players such as Murray Fesler Koll and Miller. Chayka and Connors released as new players join to bolster the squad.
A performer announced she must cancel her library recital this year and likely return to her Philadelphia home this week. The concert, planned for next Monday, cannot proceed due to her departure joining a cast.
The Colonel Hare Thimble Bee was entertained in regular session yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Lillie Fisher on Mulberry Street. The attendance was large and much work was accomplished. Refreshments were served. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Anna B. Cummins on East Ninth Street.
The Young Ladies Guild of the Presbyterian church which organized the afternoon excursion aboard the steamer Columbia to Davenport will realize more than 150 dollars from their efforts. The young ladies are pleased with the results and grateful for the patronage received.
Miss Anna Dwyer entertained the members of the Spalding club last evening at the home of her sister Mrs George F McMahon on West Eighth street. The session was social and the members had a pleasant time. The next meeting will be at Miss Klein's home on West Third street.
The Ladies Aid Society of Grace Lutheran church meets this afternoon in the church parlors on Iowa Avenue. Members are busy with extensive work and enjoying a pleasant gathering.
All ladies interested in the Miriam Rebekah lodge drill team are requested to report at the IOOF hall this evening. Attendance is desired from everyone with an interest in the organization.
The Farther Lights society of the First Baptist church held a trolley party last evening inviting friends. The decorated car opened at 7 40 and traveled across company lines, entertaining riders and offering transfers home.
J. M. Bowman of Muscatine has married Miss Jessie Hotton of Cedar Rapids, a Des Moines Capital marriage record shows.
The Col. A. M. Hare Circle No. 48 of the G A R will hold its meeting tomorrow evening at 7 30 in their hall.
The J. D. Card club will be entertained this afternoon at the home of Miss Maud Tholman at 322 Main Street. Cards will be the entertainment.
Miss Zelma Heinig of Muscatine married Albert Pfau of Rockford at 10 30 this morning at the German Methodist parsonage with Rev. A H F Hertzler officiating. The couple left for Rockford aboard the noon Firefly to begin their life together as Mr and Mrs Pfau.
Mrs A W Hine entertained a small group of friends at her Mulberry street home for a noon luncheon honoring Mrs Lemkamp of Trenton Mo who is visiting in this city The Pioneer Industrial Sewing society met this afternoon at Mrs Chas Dunham s East Third street home The ladies enjoyed a social and industrious afternoon as hours passed quickly
The Iowa Legion of Honor hosts a dance tonight at the Knights of Pythias hall with extensive arrangements completed for the event.
At the German Congregational church regular monthly meeting the Christian Endeavor society decided to hold a picnic on Labor Day. Three spots Batchelor's Park Wittich's Cottage and Wyoming Hill are under consideration with a final decision due Thursday evening.
Tonight the Weed Park club hosts a band concert and dance at the Weed Park clubhouse under club auspices. Ladies prepare the clubhouse for an attractive appearance and refreshments will be served in the clubhouse and on the porch. The Redmen band will provide music with an excellent program expected to be a notably pleasant feature.
Fred H. Squire and Miss Hattie Drake, both of Rock Island, were married today at 3 pm at the Baptist parsonage. Rev. Judson Kempton officiated. The groom works at Deere Plow works in Moline and the bride is daughter of Mrs. H Drake of Rock Island. They will establish a home in Rock Island.
The many friends and admirers of Mrs May Montridge were informed she would not give a planned recital. Local organizers cited unforeseen circumstances and offered apologies to supporters unable to attend.
In Columbus Junction Aug 29 the Murdock children and Duncan children enjoyed a day hosted by the Huston sisters with dinner and games. Washington chautauqua drew strong attendance while Mediapolis attendees reported a good program. Locals Freeland Murdock Barringer traveled to Washington for old soldiers day. Neal Anwyl Homer Tedford and Bert Johnston headed to Ames to enroll or resume studies at the agricultural college. Mrs. Anna Salmon and granddaughter Lillian Smith left for Pittsburg after visiting G A Salmon. Mrs. Paulina Haxton departed for Illinois. Mary Bowman returns to Vinton with family. Katie among those leaving Friday. Mrs. Hills of Ottumwa and her three children visited Concord township relatives.
A plan for Iowa monuments at the Vicksburg National Military Park includes a main $100,000 Iowa statue and numerous markers. Gov. of Iowa and staff will attend the November dedication traveling by special trains via Des Moines Chicago and Mississippi rallies.
Nichols remains the nominee as the story continues from earlier coverage on page one. Details and context about the nomination are referenced in the continuation.
Delegates from Louisa and Muscatine counties convened to nominate Hon. J. I. Nichols for the senate representing Muscatine and Louisa. The nomination was seconded by F. M. Mossberry of Louisa, praising Nichols as an indefatigable worker with the respect of his house colleagues. A three-person committee escorted Nichols to the hall amid applause. he pledged to serve all district interests including Muscatine, Wapello, and Columbus Junction.
A list includes Frank D. Throop R. W. Leverich G. W. Keckler Sr. F. E. Hoopes J. A. McCormick and D. Holliday as part of the region’s civic roster.
First Class Investments advertises choice first mortgage real estate loans ready for assignment. Interest and principal collected without charge. Contact G. M. Titus at 213 Iowa Avenue.
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