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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1930

Page

11

Death Claims Adolph Gotzke in Atalissa

Adolph Gotzke aged 72 wealthy farmer on primary No 32 Atalissa died at 10 30 this morning after a stroke suffered Monday night. Funeral plans incomplete. Survived by widow and seven children Albert Fred Mrs Philip Stitger Mrs Fred Passmore Charles a World War veteran with two years hospital treatment Miss Marie in Davenport and Mrs Phillips of Atalissa. Son Albert of Wilton ill and rushed to Hershey hospital Muscatine for appendicitis operation.

Atalissa Adolph Gotzke Gotzke Wilton Albert Gotzke Fred Gotzke Philip Stitger Fred Passmore Charles Gotzke Mt. Pleasant Hospital Marie Gotzke Davenport Phillips Hershey Hospital Muscatine

Restricted Area Petition Denied by City Council

City council denied a petition by Fred H. Boston to create an upper Iowa avenue section as a restricted residential district. Alderman A E Othmer rejected the remonstrance as out of order, noting the petition covered about 39 percent of affected property owners and differed from a previous request extending from Fourth to Fulham Avenue.

Iowa Avenue Fred H. Boston A. E. Othmer Bosten Boston Fifth and Fourth Fulham Avenue Ninth Stret Fullam Avenue

Hold Rites at Becker's Grave

Funeral services for Henry Becker a former local resident who died Tuesday at Iola Kansas were held at Greenwood Cemetery at 10 o clock this morning conducted by Rev Stanley P Jones rector of Trinity Episcopal church Pallbearers were James Brodie Glen Barnard Kenneth Coder Ernest Root W S Blades and Julius Gerndt

Henry Becker Iola Kas Greenwood Cemetery Stanley P. Jones Trinity Episcopal Church James Brodie Glen Barnard Kenneth Coder Ernest Root W. S. Blades Julius Gerndt

Farm problem production key continues through 1937

The article discusses continued downward price trends for American wheat and the board showing little hope that cooperative marketing or stabilization measures will curb the decline. It urges curtailment of production to restore tariff effectiveness and notes reforestation efforts for marginal lands. It also outlines major farm programs, emergency loans, and the Welfare Christmas plan including family events and gifts.

Miss Weeks Muscatine Welfare’ Association Y. W Salvation Army

God Fellows Plan for Holiday Assistance

The Holiday Clearing house keeps confidential records of families in need. Names, child counts, ages, and registrant names are recorded, with alternate families chosen if a party has already been helped. Donors are urged to send requests promptly as the most desirable cases are allocated first.

Miss Weeks

Explosion Fires Half Million in Beloit Stores

An early morning blast on West Grand avenue near the Rock river bridge sparked a citywide fire, destroying Webber Mills Clothing, Universal grocery, and J. A. Anderson's jewelry store. Only walls remained at E. L. Chester department store and Perry's ice cream parlor. Policeman Lester Sheehan was cut after being thrown through a plate glass window. The damage exceeded $500,000.

Beloit Wis West Grand Avenue Rock River Bridge Lester Sheehan Webber Mills Clothing Company Universal Grocery J. A. Anderson E. L. Chester Perry

Five Appointed to Airport Commission Under New Ordinance

The city council, on third reading, accepted 151 acres and established the airport. Five commissioners were appointed with five year terms. They may be removed for cause and vacancies filled by the mayor with council consent. Bonds of 1000 each required. Monthly meetings set before the tenth. president and vice president elected from within. Treasurer and secretary designated. annual and monthly reports to be filed. Rentals, contracts, and regulation powers granted. city recorder acts as secretary.

City Recorder

Iowa Leads at Chicago Show Auction Highlights

The Iowa show notes a grand champion baby beef steer from the boys and girls clubs junior feeding contest prepared by Sarah Ann Tolan 14 of Farmingdale MI who plans to donate half the sale proceeds to charity. Horse division honors include the King Albert trophy awarded to Roachdale Hazel Roachdale Ind. sired by Boer D Boy.

Sarah Ann Tolan Farmingdale Harry Stangp Roachdale Ind Hazel Societe Royale le Cheval de Trait Belge Brussels

New Stock of Gloves and Garments In Broad Selection

A varied inventory features gloves in Pigskin at 2.95 and 1.85, Lines gloves 1.50 to 5, and cadet to extra large sizes. Belts, shirts, shorts match with elastic waist textiles, including silk, broadcloths, and colorful bod ies. Elastic backs, assorted colors, and sizes up to 12 for socks in silk lisle rayon blends.

Shaw's Letters to Be Printed in London Publication

The piece notes Shaw's letters to be printed in London and details a long correspondence ending with the 1928 death. It covers Miss Terry and Shaw meeting in 1905 as author and actress, her marriage to James Carew, and her evolving affection reflected in letters.

Shaw London Miss Terry Casualy James Carew Bernie

Gage Sentenced to County Jail for Intoxication

Art Gage pleaded guilty to intoxication. Police Judge H. D. Horst sentenced him to 30 days in county jail after he was arrested Thursday night. He initially refused a plea of guilty then changed his mind while en route to jail.

Art Gage H. D. Horst Gage

Iowa to Pay Dividends on Closed Banks

Des Moines AP L A Andrew state banking superintendent said several Iowa banks closed will pay dividends totaling about 1,000,000 dollars before Christmas.

Des Moines L. A. Andrew Iowa

Beautiful Shirts at Special Shop Display

A local shop promotes a large selection of new high grade shirts in sizes 13 to 19 with attached collars. Descriptions highlight white broadcloth fabrics, silk jacquard accents, pique effects, and easy laundering. The store touts guaranteed fit and matching ties, with prices referenced for various styles.

Value Driven Store Brings New Merchandise in Few Days

The shop touts rapid stock turnover and low prices as it entered January with minimal inventory to maintain service. It claims to have leveraged market buys to offer extra good values this year and highlights new merchandise including improved shirts at a price once $1.95.

Silk mufflers and new silk throw styles at Superba

From the house of Superba come ties in new shapes with vivid colors surpassing nature. Silk mufflers range from 1.95 to 4.85 dollars and include a silk throw style that ties like an ascot under the chin. Squares echo tapestry colors alongside stark black and white options.

House of Superba Mother Nature

House Coats Hit Prices Ranging From 6.50 to 14.85

The text promotes house coats priced from 6.50 to 14.85 as comfortable lounge wear for men. Silks are highlighted as the preferred fabric this year, with coats described as suitable for casual guests and everyday use.

Silks

Handkerchiefs Offer Bargain Prices at Local Store

Fall size handkerchiefs priced from 10 to 75 cents plus plain white linens at 25 cents. Drawn thread and cord border linens sold at 3 for $1.00 and initials also 3 for $1.00. Great value on quality linens and embroidered items.

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