Stamps drive raises funds for Red Cross in Muscatine
Over 84 000 Red Cross stamps have been sold with proceeds sent to the organization. About 100 000 stamps remain in circulation as contributions continue. Dr H L Little oversees sales and distributes stamp envelopes to citizens for Christmas packages and letters. Funds support the White Plague battle and other Red Cross efforts, reflecting local patriotism as stamps are readily accepted.
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Red Cross
Welfare Asso
H. Little
Gant
Muscatine
Helsely Briefs Y Board On Patriotic Service Work
State High School boys secretary Charles W. Helsely of Des Moines spoke at the monthly Y M C A board meeting at noon. He outlined the boys section’s work and the recent Patriotic Service League campaign, then departed unexpectedly to Grinnell for an address this evening.
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Charles W. Helsely
Bes Moines
Young Men's Christian Association
Helsely
Iorgue
Grinoll
Industrials in Collapse Today In New York Stock Market
New York December 7 stock market losses hit industrials hard. Le Lure and steels fell 1 to 2 points with other industrials and copper shares also lower. Union Pacific Central Leather Illinois Central Utah etc were among heaviest decliners. Trading was virtually suspended at noon. Foreign bonds weakened with Liberty 4s quoted around 71.6 to 97.27 and 3s at 98.4 to 80.54.
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New York
N.Y
le Lurether
Steels
Nbon
Liberty 4
Additional Markets Representative Sales Report
Fragmented opening nut market in Chicago shows buyers scarce and unsatisfied sellers with prices uneven. Hog trade remains firm to higher, while feeders suffer declines. cattle and medium stock offerings weaken as markets drift from Wednesday's levels amid mixed demand and limited orders.
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Chicago
Genera
Renerson
Werneaslay
Pelee
The
Brave
Sorinto RR
Theo TR
Faliyes Thes Grier
Auto Thief Duo Pleads Guilty in Letts Case
Raymond Likens and E. J. Mullen were arraigned in district court after being linked to the theft of Jessa Foster’s car from Letts. Likens received a five year reformatory sentence in Anamosa. Mullen pleaded guilty, claimed no direct theft, and was represented by attorney Herbart Thompson. The machine was recovered after a farmer tipped off police. the robbers fled to a deserted shack but were captured next day. Reward money was turned over to the Red Cross.
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Raymond Likens
E. J. Mullen
Albert
Lea
Mina
Jessa Foster
Letts
Tikens
M. F. Bonegan
Anamosa
J. A. Mullen Clelma
Red Cross
Protest ban on pearl buttons from war department
Washington Dec 8 The War Department is accused of discriminating against fresh water pearl buttons used in soldiers clothes by the Army equipment division. Representative Harry Hull and Moketts of the Lee Pearl Button Manufacturers' Association say the complaint will get prompt attention and discrimination will end.
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Washington, D. C
Dew. T
Hecause
Army
Harry Hull
Presiden Moketts
Lee Pearl
Courts of Honor Plans Campaign in Muscatine
Muscatine district Court of Honor 677 outlines a membership drive to be led by Elis Burrell of Des Moines. George Hoefflin chairs. committee includes John T. Noland, Charles Hauck, Mrs Minnie Hoffmen, Mrs Chrisie Timm, Miss Ethel Turner, Mrs Elizabeth Sawyer. First meeting set for December 42 with state and district managers present. A $2 donation to Muscatine Welfare for Christmas work planned. Dancing party follows, with 50 plus attendees. Mrs Corrie Davis receives emblem pin. Mrs J R Reay wins prize. Mrs C Bailey of Ardmore to visit Mrs Baurbach at 5 Hershay Avenue.
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Muscatine
Court of Honor
Elis. Burrell
Des Moines
George Hoefflin
John T. ‘Noland
Charles 1 Hauck
Minmie .Hoffmen
Chrisie Timm
Ethel Turner
Elizabeth Sawyer
H. A. Smith
Manger
C. ©. McCollister
Rock Island
Muscatine Welfare Association
J. BR. Reay
Corrie Davis
McHirey
Deacons Favor Baptist Series Revival at First Church
Deacons and church members near completion of plans for a four week revival at First Baptist starting December 30. Rev John Quincy Adams Henry, a renowned evangelist, is approved to lead with a team of assistants including a singer, organizer and secretary. Churches are asked to cooperate in the campaign.
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First Baptist Church
John
Quincy Adams Henry
Henry
Howells Promoted to First Lieutenant in Veterinary Corps
Owen Howells, formerly a government inspector at Continental Garum In creloties, has received appointment as first lieutenant in the veterinary corps. Dr. Mowatts is stationed at Fort Meyar, Va., recovering from tetyhie poisoning. Mr and Mrs Albert Lewie of West Seventh Street announce the birth of a daughter.
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Owen Howells
Pra Ucla
Continental Garum Increloties
Veterinary Corps
Dr. Mowatts
Fort Meyar
Albert Lewie
West Seventh Street
Red Cross Chapter Receives Large Donor Meeting Totals
The Hospital Supply and Comfort Division of the local Red Cross chapter reported unusually large donations over two days. Forty four members attended, with new member Mrs G J Wahl admitted and items from Hawley Button Company Loy & Bristol Viotrola linen from Mrs Lom Bran Tan and other contributors. Interment was held at the Jewish cemetery for a noted local resident.
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Tha
Red Cross
Al‘go
Inana
Jona
Mra. G. J. Wahl
Hawleye Button Company
Rompaire Loy & Bristol Viotrola. Shop
Lom Bran
Lutherans Plan Christmas Observance at Grace Church
Preliminary arrangements for Christmas at Grace Lutheran church were outlined at a meeting of church and Sunday school officials. A general committee led by Rev. George Mendenhall and including Emil Schultz and Lloyd Grimm with Sunday school teachers will plan the December 23 service and entertainment.
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Grace Lutheran
Thetev
George Mendenhall
Emil Schultz
Lioyd Grimm
Unclear Grocery Ad Items Include Prices and Brands
A fragmented newspaper grocery ad lists items like Hubbard squash Jonathan apples and maple syrup with various prices. Mentions Beech Bee honey and Jowell shortening along with generic cooking oil and peaberry coffee notes.
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Hubbard
Dow
Dotie
Boy Scouts Plan Campaign Drive Tomorrow
The Boy Scouts of Murcatine will aid in selling Red Christmas seals for the campaign against tuberculosis. They will visit city homes and businesses tomorrow, having completed arrangements and divided districts. The drive starts at eight o'clock in the morning.
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Boy Scouts of
Murcatine
Tha
Dr Coffee Hea Qyorod Offees in Davenport
Local ad announces Dr W C Copper offering eye and ear treatments in Davenport at the First National Bank Building corner Second and Malin Streets. He claims many conditions improve after one office visit and offers free trial treatment. He lists hours Saturdays Mondays Tuesdays with other irregular times and invites children with adenoid growths and tonsil issues for examination and non surgical relief.
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Davenport
W. O. Cates
Ket National Bank
Second
Malin
Aly
Crosa
Tneasi
Rock Taland
Moline
Efelt
Heaneg
Fa.w
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