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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1914

Page

6

Federals Signings Announced by St Louis Directors

St Louis Federals league directors list players reportedly signed with St Louis and other clubs for next year. Names include Coran Barton Klermayer Perritt OConnor Honey Berhammer Allen Blackburne Hearne Magee Viox Plank Martin Walsh Hagerman Crotch Wingo Lobert Puskett Schmidt Bauin Fitzgerald and more across Pacific Coast, National, American, and other leagues. Plans surface for continued fight with Federals and Jersey City move to Brooklyn. Newark bidder named Arthur Irwin.

St. Louis Federela Lague Coran Barton Klermayer Pittsburgh Perritt O'Connor St. Louis National Honey Berhammer Cincinnati Aljen Brooklyn Blackburne Chicago American Hearne Toronto Buffalo Winga Caldwell New York American McBride Washington Collins Boveton American Bodie Chicago Puskett Philadelphia National Kansas City Schmidt Bauin Fitzgerald Pacific Coast New York Jersey City Adyanga Federals Newark Arthur Irwin

Boston Nationals Leave Old Park After Decay

Boston news reports the Boston Nationals are leaving the old Walpole Street baseball grounds, longtime home of the team, as deterioration prompts relocation plans. The move marks the end of an era for local fans and sponsors tied to the historic venue.

Boston Nationals Old Park Fassoelated Press Boston Walpole Street The Boston Nation

The Million Dollar Mystery At The A Muse U Tonight

An adventure packed Paramount Picture Corporation feature titled Marta of the Lowlands in five reels, produced by Famous Players. A rare drama and comedy blend promises thrills and laughs. Come early for admission at five cents.

Paramount Picture Corporation Presents Marta Famous Player Co

Mastha of the Lowlands to be a treat for all

A lighthearted note invites readers to enjoy Mastha of the Lowlands, promising an engaging experience for everyone with likely playful or entertainment-focused content.

Braves to Play On New Grounds Next Season at Fenway

President James E. Gaffney announced the world champions will open next season on new grounds due in July. Until then the Braves will use Fenway Park, home of the Boston Americans, as their venue. At yesterday’s annual meeting, Gaffney and other officers were re-elected.

James E. Gaffney Braves Fenway Park Boston American Gaffney

Welsh Shugrue Mix Tonight At Madison Square Garden

New York dispatch notes heightened interest in the Welsh Shugrue bout at Madison Square Garden. Shugrue is viewed as a strong title challenger and will push Welsh hard to claim the lightweight crown as the fighters agree to weigh 135 pounds at 2 o'clock.

New York N.Y Willie Ritchie-Leach Aw Kyon Joe Shugrue Madison Square Garden Welsh Shugrus Ant Shugrue Shille Vgrita

Hawkeyes Regret Loss of Chicago

Iowa students express disappointment over not scheduling a football game with Chicago for next season. Manager Kellogg has returned from Chicago and reports Starg's team could not be secured for next year, though locals had hoped Chicago would come to Iowa City.

Town City Iowa

Chelsea Fighter Loses To Stone In 12 Round Bout

Boston detective Gilbert Gallant of Chelsea bowed to Harry Stone of New York in a twelve round bout at the Arena A. A. last night. Stone took it easy and warded off Gallant’s body blows, winning a decision that left local fans unhappy with the result. Stone proved the cleverer boxer throughout the match.

Boston Gilbert Gallant Chelsea Harry Stone New York A. A Stone Freddie Walsh Gallint Bu Stone

McAuliffe Chosen Dartmouth Football Captain

John B McAuliffe of Worcester was elected captain of next year's Dartmouth football team yesterday at Hanover New Hampshire. McAuliffe plays left tackle and prepared for college at Worcester Academy.

Choxen Dartmouth Hanover N. H John B. [McAuliffe Worcester Auliffe Worcester Academy

Peanuts Kicks Thru With Brand New One

The story details Peanuts Schichers a curly headed fighter from Rock Island who fought Huchie Mitchell in Milwaukee. He reportedly suffered from foot and mouth disease and tainted milk during the bout and was later recalled to LaCrosse for a damages case. Peanuts plans to hire a new manager after Thiry indicated interest in managing him.

Rock Island Slibi Peanuts Schichers Mne Huchie Mitchell Milwaukee LaGrosse Sod Mitchell Kcrup Peanuts Alno Mil Thiry

Bargain Week at Boston Shoe Shop

A short time sale reduces high grade dress and button shoes to 3.00 for men sizes, 2.50 and 2.25 for ladies, and 1.75 to 1.50 for children. Overstocked stock includes rubber overshoes and assured repairs. Tickets shown free. Boston Shoe Shop in German-American Bank Building.

Boston

Samuel Easterla Elected President of Homesteaders Lodge

Samuel Easterla is elected president of the Homesteaders at their annual officers election. A benefit dance and evening entertainment are planned for December 18 with the play “Ppe. Price” as the feature. A committee led by Mansfield Hankin, Harry Tobias, Miss May Whipple, and Miss Mabel Dubois will run the affair. Officers include President Samuel Lusterle and a slate of duties for secretary treasurer marshal chaplain and others.

Samuel Easterla Lodge Mansfield Hankin Harry Tobias May Whipple Mabel Dubois Samuel Lusterle Sarai Spence J.T Cosgrove Mansfeld Rankin Samuel Tasterla Harry Toblae Alvin Lowe

Annual election of Muscatine Power Boat Club officers

At the Muscatine Power Boat Club meeting officers were chosen with Walter Kopp named fleet captain. Commodore Fred Keech, Vice Commodore Otto Mull, Secretary A H Keesler. retiring commodore Julius Schmidt received a morris chair and cigars. Planned improvements include concreting the basement to double floor space and building a permanent road from the railroad to the club house.

Fred Keech Otto Mull Walter Kopp A. H. Keesler Julius Schmidt Morris

Iowa Lodge Holds Annual Elects

Town Lodge No. 2 A F and A M elected Ernest Moore Worshipful Master for the coming year. George Riemcke, the outgoing master, was praised for his service and awarded a past master's apron. Elected alongside Moore were W Charles Hernann junior warden H G Lawrence treasurer G Stein secretary L Johnson.

Town Lodge A. M Ernest ‘Moors George Riemcke Riemcira Ernest Moore W.charles Hernann J. W H. G. Lawrence G. Stein L., Johnson

Business Men Hear New Railway Project Plan

Informal Muscatine meeting at the Commercial club rooms outlined a plan to build a 15.1 mile line from station H.R. on the Burlington to the Muscatine high bridge. Promoter Healy of Dallas and locals Wentworth Holmes and Samus Ziegenhorn described the route circling the bluffs from Joy Minis and sought support from business leaders. A committee will reconvene in 20 days with a more tangible proposition and Illinois promoters expected to participate.

Rai Muscatine Commercial Club Wentworth Holmes Joy Illinois Samus Ziegenhorn Promoter Healy Dallas Texas Station H.R Burlington Muscatine High Bridge Illlinois

Successful Hunter Aged 93 From Kansas Camp Returns

Lis 98-years L. H. Gerrall, a hunter and trapper, marketed $145 worth of goods after returning from his Grand River camp in northern Iowa. He plans to resume preparations for winter, praising fresh air, clear thought, and ample water as essential for living to 100.

Tola Kansas L. H. Gerrall Grand River Iowa

Siegel Store Robbed Again In Muscatine

Police reported a fourth robbery in 48 hours with East Second Street store entered through a rear cellar door. A tramp is suspected, taking only a size 40 overcoat. No clues yet on Monday night Hershey State Bank building robberies and Davenport office thefts tied to the same group.

Muscatine Max Siege East Second Street Hershey State Bank I Davenport

Government says no penalty for buying stamps delay

Associated Press reports Internal Revenue Bureau in Washington issues notice to collectors nationwide stating the government will not prosecute individuals who show willingness to buy the new tax stamps. The telegram to collectors reassures fear stricken citizens who queued at offices yesterday seeking stamps and explains delays in stamping compliance.

Cassociated Winny Washington, D.C Intersia Internal Revenue Purenu Osborne Revenus Bureau Gent

Suffrage leader jailed after auto hit chase

Chicago dispatch reports Mrs. Du Brock, wife of a wealthy manufacturer, arrested for assault with a motor vehicle after policemen chased the car she drove and exchanged fire. Authorities say she claimed self defense and that the raid involved a national league event.

Cassociated Presa Chicago Huwo-Ti Brock Wwealthy du Brock

Fog Delays Traffic as Dense Haze Slows New York Commute

A fogbound New York Harbor incident slows vehicular and ferry traffic across the metro area. Dozens of crossings stretch the morning grip as commuters from New Jersey and Long Island face half hour to hour delays. ferries inch through thick gloom toward Manhattan and Brooklyn.

New York N. Y New York’ Harbor New Jersey Long Island New Jorney Brooklyn Danas Gould

Birthday Party Honors Louie Elfers at Kilfersome Home

A large South End birthday gathering was held at Henry Elfers residence on Grandview Avenue in honor of Louie Elfers. Guests from the South Muscatine Mandylhr club and Starck's Boys band contributed music as ring, card, and dice games plus dancing. Refreshments followed late, marking one of the most largely attended South Muscatine events in some time.

Henry Elfers Grandview Avenue Louie Elfers South Muscatine

Island Revivals Close Soon Promoted by Rev H EB

Special sermon plan announced for children led by Reverend H EB with illustrated content. Durable success noted for the island revival meetings, as organizers urge attendance and closing events later this week.

Revival meetings progress at Island M. E. Church

E Butler leads a two week revival at Island M E Church with nightly conversions. The final meeting is set for Saturday evening at South End Theatres. South End streetcar transfers on Oregon Street will be corrected in the coming days. Miss Helen Korn leaves for Des Moines for a fortnight with relatives. The Ladies Aid is holding its regular fortnightly session this afternoon at the church parlors.

South End Oregon Street Uir Helen Korn New Hampshire Street Crigade Des Moines Ladies’ Aid Society of the Muse Servile M. E Church Parors

Fatal'storm Rages In Texas With Loss Of Life

A Texas storm causes one death, multiple injuries, and widespread damage. Six inches of rain flood lowlands near Houston, washing out bridges and disrupting streetcar and rail service. Lightning strikes killed E. E. Dasbit, a BAS company employee, as waters rose across the coast region.

Texas Associated Press Houston E. E. Dasbit BAS

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