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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1926
Page
14
Wayne Littrell, 15, son of Lloyd and Mrs Littrell, was found dead in the family barn near Letts Iowa at 6 PM by his oldest brother Howard. Coroner said no inquest needed as cause appeared clear. no motive or trouble reported. funeral arrangements not yet announced.
Muscatine Journal notes from the past: 50 years ago David Hart the oldest county resident died born 1784 in Pennsylvania and lived here over 28 years. Also 25 years ago Dr John T Martin left for Detroit for his father’s illness and Rev Joe R Hanley spoke at United Brethren church in place of Pastor Hix.
The state and national Tuberculosis associations run the Christmas seal sale with proceeds kept in local communities. The Red Cross has no financial interest, though cooperation exists. W. E. Downer urges support, noting seals funded hundreds of sanatoriums and cut TB deaths in half, while expanding to heart disease and local health services.
Mrs. Sarah Stalkfleet was granted a divorce from Ernest Stalkfleet by Judge W. R. Maines after both sides sought decrees. The couple contested custody of their minor daughter, who was placed in the care of Mrs. Clara E. Huber with visitation for both parents. Attorneys were Hanley & Hanley for Mrs. Stalkfleet and Coster & Coster for Mr. Stalkfleet.
Petit jurors in district court were excused yesterday afternoon and will not report until Tuesday morning at 10 o clock. No case was ready for trial.
Public school officials of Northcote New Zealand plan nutrition classes to improve both physiques and education. Twenty to thirty pupils will be chosen to receive special treatment, with wholesome food, slower eating, rest breaks, and regular exercise schedules.
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