Infants to Win Health Awards in City Stations
Public Health bureau to award ribbons to children showing greatest gains since opening of welfare stations in City Hall East Hill and South Muscatine. Monthly exams compare first records with new measurements. top improver gets special mention. Open House at East Hill 9 30 to 10 30 am at Park Avenue Methodist church basement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Health Bureau
City Hall
East Hill
South Muscatine
Park Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church
Martha Madge Montgomery
J. H. Montgomery
Park Avenue
Maxine Kemper
Will Kemner
Merion Wesley Peck
George Peck
Adams Street
Marion Bell
C. M. Bell
Religious fire dance entertaining Prince of Wales at Bikaner
In Bikaner India on December 6 Associated Press reports a religious fire dance for the Prince of Wales. Bare legged performers danced through embers and shouted, then placed embers in their mouths while sparks flew. Juggler dances on swords nautch girls and a swords and spikes dancer entertained the royal party. The event ended with God Save the King in Marwar. The prince, in good health, favors shooting and motoring but will have a more formal itinerary as his Indian tour continues, leaving Tuesday for Bhartpur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bikaner
India
Associated Press
Prince of Wales
Bhartpur
Paternity Testimony Key in Stillman Divorce Case
In Poughkeepsie New York on December 6 the paternity of two three year olds Guy Stillman and Jay Ward Leeds emerged as the central issue in James A. Stillman vs Mrs. Anna A. Stillman. Witnesses described cohabitation at a country estate in early 1918 and a stay at the St Reg is Hotel in New York. Nurse Mary Farley testified that Florence Leeds gave birth to Jay Ward Leeds and that Stillman was present under an assumed name while probing paternity under questioning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poughkeepsie
N. Y
Guy Stillman
Jay Ward Leeds
James A. Stillman
Anna A. Stillman
Guy
Washington, D. C
United States
Iowa
Illinois
Town
Texas
Indiana
Minnesota
Ohio
South Dakota
Nebraska
Oklahoma
California
Washington
Arizona
New Mexico
Nevada
Oregon
Idaho
Colorado
Would Permit Sale of Beer and Wines in Wet Districts
Washington December 6. A bill introduced by Representative Hill of Maryland would allow sale of beer and light wine in congressional districts that vote in favor. The measure calls for a manufacturers tax of 20 cents per gallon on beer and 40 cents per gallon on wine and has been referred to the Ways and Means Committee. The bill contrasts with prior prohibition legislation typically sent to the Judiciary Committee chaired by Representative Wolstead of Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Representative Hill
Maryland
Ways and Means Committee
House
Judiciary Committee
Representative Wolstead
Minnesota
Ir. Hill
Rural living undercut city housing says Iowa official
Des Moines reports Iowa housing commissioner Edwin H. Sands warns rural conditions are worse than urban. He cites manure piles dirty hogyards and poorly protected wells as health risks while noting cities have stricter sanitation laws and services. He asserts one third of Americans live in substandard housing and urges improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Housing Commissioner
Des Moines
Edwin H . Sands
Mr. Sands
Iowa
United States
District Court Actions Involving Levee Contract and Bank Suit
Theo W Krein as receiver sues S R H Robinson Son of Missouri over 1918 levee work, seeking $998 28 for freight. Zeidler Partition Decree approves sale of property to Charles A Zeidler with A L Madden as referee. Citizens State Bank of Wapello sues Glenn H Fairall and George R Ashby on 3000 notes. bank denies equity in defense and any release. Atlantic Coast Line files $130 40 claim in intervention against Muscatine Burlington and Southern railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo. W. Krein
Muscatine, Burlington and Southern Railway
S. R. H. Robinson & Son
Missouri
Hoffman & Hoffman
Charles A. Zeidler
Henry W
Edoward J. Zeidler
D. W. Jackson
A. L. Madden
Citizens’ State Bank of
Atlantic Coast Line Railroad
American grain relief urged for famine in soviet Russia
Former Indiana Governor J P Goodrich reports to Secretary Hoover that about 25 million bushels of grain are needed to avert famine in the lower Volga region. He recommends 13.6 to 20 million bushels of corn and 4 to 5 million bushels of seed wheat, with Congress likely asked to fund transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
America
Soviet Russia
J. P. Goodrich
Indiana
Hoover
Goodrich
Lower Volga Valley
Congress
Russia
Commerce Department
Middle West
Hebrews' Role Rooted in Early Public Hygiene
The ancient Hebrews contributed to early public health practices, while electric shocks can cause fatal heart paralysis, highlighting dangers to life from electrical injury and the value of hygiene and safety measures.
Bill to Repeal Volstead Act Stalls in Committee
A bill proposing repeal of the Volstead Act sits with the Judiciary Committee as no action has been taken. The measure seeks to undo Prohibition provisions but remains unadvanced in the legislative process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judiciary Committee
University of Iowa Focuses on Matrimony and Charm
A letter exchange between Edward S. White of Harlan and Mrs. Adelaide L. Burge at Iowa asserts university life enhances marriage prospects. White warns coeducational women may be more alluring and calculating about matrimony, while Burge counters that university training builds confidence and charm, even excusing honeymoons from class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
University of Iowa
Iowa
Edward S. White
Harlan
Adelaide L. Burge
Mr. White
Lowell
Dean Burge
Honey Moons
Want Ads Convert Readers With Steady Value
A concise note urging readers to rely on Want Ads for dependable results as daily routines repeat. The message emphasizes consistency and market familiarity, implying success follows steady ad use.
City Elks initiate thirteen members at East Front
City news notes Elks initiate thirteen members at a Monday meeting on East Front Street with about 300 in attendance. Other items include a Chicago trip for Mrs. Cora Hoffman for injuries from a June auto accident and local financial updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order
the Elks
East Front Street
Cora E. Hoffman
Mulberry Avenue
Chicago
Morse Boards Paris Liner for Return to U S Soil
Havre December 6 Charles W Morse boarded the steamer Paris for his return to New York after Attorney General Daugherty requested his voyage. He was allowed aboard after 1 PM while others could not board until 6 PM. Morse said he had been ill and had asked to delay until January 5 for a health consult, which was refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havre
Associated Press
Charles W. Morse
United States
Paris
Daugherty
New York
Morse
Shipping Board
Proverbial Scholar Yythagoras Starved After Eight Decades
A historical note claims Yythagoras died of starvation after living eighty years. An electric catfish is described as shocking its approaching foes. Prohibition is said to have raised coffee consumption by about twenty one percent.
Ladies of the Maccabees Elect New Officers in Woodmen Hall
Mrs Clara Heerd was elected commander of the Ladies of the Maccabees Lodge at the annual meeting in Woodmen hall. Officers named include Nettie McDermid as lieutenant commander, Nellie Hoopes as past commander, Gertrude Hine as record keeper, Nellie Lucas as collector, Flora Bagley as chaplain, Thekla Veiger as lady at arms, Margaret Hagemaster as sergeant, Minnie Walters as sentinel, Etta Branson as picket, Lillian Heerd as musician, Frances McKean as captain of the guards, and Mollie Wiles as installing officer. A Christmas party was set for Dec 19 at Woodmen hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Heerd
Ladies of the Maccabees’ Lodge
Woodmen Hall
Nettie McDermid
Nellie Hoopes
Gertrude Hine
Nellie Lucas
Flora Bagley
Thekla Veiger
Margaret Hagemaster
Sentinel
Minnie Walters
Etta Branson
Lillian Heerd
Frances McKean
Mollie Wiles
Allie Vetter
Mary Class Elects New Officers At Annual Meet
New officers of the Mary class of the First Methodist Episcopal church were chosen at a Monday evening business social session at Mrs. Raymond Harms home. Officers include President Mrs. Roy Pichel, Vice President Mrs. O. E. Maddox, and Secretary Treasurer Mrs. Robert Tillie. A collection will fund a Christmas basket for a needy family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Raymond Harms
Roy Pichel
O. E. Maddox
Robert Tillie
First Methodist Enisconal Church
Myrta Baker
West Sixth Street
Department president to visit W R C meet
Mrs. Nora Bryson of Washington Iowa, department president of the Women’s Relief Corps, will be a guest at the local unit’s social business meeting. A dinner at 4 p.m. at Maccabee hall precedes a 7:30 p.m. business session with officer elections and year-end reports. Shelby Norman post G A R members attend as special guests. The reception will honor Miss Sue Browning and Mrs. Bryson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora Bryson
Washington
Woman’s Relief Corps
Maccabee Hall
Sue Browning
Baryson
Shelby Norman Post
G.A. R
Shriners Club to Stage Hard Time Dancing Party
The Shriners Club plans a hard time dancing party for Masonic lodge members and their women friends at the Masonic temple Thursday evening. The Ragadour orchestra will provide the program from 8 to 12 o'clock with prizes for best costumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shriners Cltb
Masonic Lodge
Masonic Temple
Shrine Club
Ragadour
Hundred Visit Community Hall Hosts Women and Girls Meet
One hundred men and boys attended the South Muscatine Community Center opening at Hoopes hall. The mothers and older girls meet at 8 to plan organization of clubs, elect officers, and set programs with Tuesday sessions. A Christmas eve event is planned with Ina Wilvert and Bettie Keith leading activities for families and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Muscatine Community Center
Hoopes Hall
Stengle
P. M. Musser Public Library
Ina Wilvert
Bettie Keith
Y. W. C. A., Welfare Association
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Lenin
Moscow
M. Per
Ed. Heerd
Oak Street
Davenport
That City
Frank Traeger
Edith Magoon
The
Association of Commerce
Lulu Magoon
Cedar Street
W. J. Miller
John F. Thomson
Atalissa
Titus Loan & Investment Company
Odd Fellows Lodge
Wilbur Fridley
Fredston
Noble
John Fordham
Claus Lemkau
A. L. Pierson
C. H. Schoenig
Fred B. Nesper
Muscatine
Board of Supervisors
Homer (. Stuntz
Omaha
Neb
Methodist Episcopal Church
P. E. O. Sisterhood
E. L. McColm
Mathew Westrate
Jayne
United Railway and Light Company
E. L. Fischer
Woodman Lodge
Association of Commerce Board of Directors
C. E. Graebner
U. S
Ythagoras
Japan
Marion Irwin
Arms Parley
Women’s Peace Association
Benjamin Franklin
Ladies OF the Maccabees
Kappa Delta Club
Miss Ingram
Besse Ingram
Kappa Delta Sorority
Mulford Congregational Church
New Hampshire Street
Kensington
Katherine Liebbe
Hershey Avenue
Ethel Guthrie
H. Club
Velma Watters
Bloomington Township
Pearl Goddard
Roy Pechel
Anna
Harriet Shields
MARY
Brotherhood
Presbyterian Church
Moore and Meerdink’s
J. B. Weaver
Electa Chapter
Order of the Eastern Star
Temple
Noble Gand Association
Miriam Rebekahshodge
Sarah Schmalz
Liberty Street
Ladies’ Aid Society of the
First Friends Church
Will Anthony
West Third Street
George R. Chase
Inez Schermer
Grace Harper
Bruce Chse
Chase
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