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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1914

Page

6

SOTEROS BROTHERS BOUND OVER IN GREEK FRAUD CASE

Angelo and Amast Soteros were bound over to the grand jury on charges of conspiring to commit a felony after a heated hearing in Judge Rowan's court. Attorneys Hanley and Scott defended. Gustav Adbes assisted the county attorney. Bonds set at 300 dollars each. Witness Oscar Grosshelm linked the brothers to lease signings. James Arthood also bound over to the grand jury under 500 dollar bond for theft of chickens.

Angelo Amast Soteros Sidge Joun A. Rowan Rowan J. R. Hanley Scott Rock Idland Gustav Adbes H. G. Thompson Oscar Grosshelm Angeo Edward Sotetos Iowa Grossheim Arthood James Arthood Ithe County

Local Social Notes and Obituary Briefs in Columbia County

Social items from Columbus Junction and nearby areas mention visits by the Mulligans and Hildebrands, trips to Fredonia and Ainsworth, a Half Hour club meeting on England's Story, and new members in the community church. The obituary notes the death of Mary Marguerite Lucky, two months old, with services at Tadlan Creek cemetery.

Fort De France Inundated After Torrential Rainstorm

A heavy rainstorm drenched Fort De France Martinique last night flooding streets and damaging property. No lives were reported lost, and authorities advised caution as rescue teams assess the extent of damage.

Fort de France Associated Pres Martinique

South End factories resume operations after shutdown

South End factories reopen with Christopherson and Jarkind Christopherson button works at full staff after about ten days of inactivity. Nearly 100 men are employed across these two plants as they restart. Numerous smaller factories follow suit, resuming production after two weeks of closure for repairs and upgrades including a new heating system and hot water supply for the shells.

Jarkind Christopherson Christopherson

Missionary Crull to Lead Mulford Services Next Sunday

Rev J A Crull of Sweetland will lead morning and evening services at Mulford Congregational Church next Sunday. Miss Anna McCoy, recently engaged in missionary work, will conduct the prayer meeting tomorrow evening. The South End church also hosts services by Rev Crull. The Mulford Ladies Aid Society holds its regular fortnightly meeting this afternoon at the church parlors.

J. A. Crull Sweetland Mulford Church Misa Anna McCoy Mulford Congregational Church Everning L. A. Crutl Sweatland South End Mulford

Heartbreakers Plan EMAS Party at Grandview Avenue Club

The Heart breakers club announces a Christmas party at their Grandview Avenue club rooms on Christus eve. The social committee was tasked to prepare, marking the third winter party by the South Muscatine club. About 60 guests, including non-members, are expected.

Heartbreakers Club Grandview Avenue Christus South

Bargains in Silverware Take Center Stage

Large shipment of silverware offers sharp prices and new stock. Come in and compare our prices to find the best value on forks spoons knives and serving pieces. Visit today to inspect the selection and take advantage of the savings.

Special sale on flying airships advertised

An ad promotes airships that truly fly with a starting cord pull. It claims the aeroplane will cover 200 feet under favorable weather, highlighting a bold sale for such craft.

Iowa Farm Products Worth Half Billion in 1914

Iowa agricultural products for 1914 totaled about 7.95 billion dollars according to George W. Chappel, director of the Iowa Weather and Crop Service. Corn led with 363 5.6 million bushels valued at 200 029 250 dollars. Oats totaled 70,805,960 bushels and hay was valued at 45,646,508 dollars, with farmers producing 21,099,000 bushels more than last year.

Angoclated Press Des Moines Iowa Eorge Ar. Chappel Iowa ‘Weather and Crop Service

Dance at the Hershey Hose House Draws Large Crowd

An unusually large attendance filled the Hershey Hose House last evening for a dance hosted by the fire company. The event, part of a two month series, featured the Gremmel orchestra and drew more attendees than prior dances. The Relief Hose Company held its regular monthly meeting, adjourning early after no major business. Miss Mabel Schwab of Pond Street is visiting friends in Moline. Guy McCormick of Sampson Street, recently ill, is recovering.

Hershey Hose House Gremmel The Relief Hose Company South End Mabel Schwab Pond Street Moline Guy McCormick Sampson Street

Doctor Faces Murder Charge In Denver Society Case

Dr F W Noble is charged in Denver with the murder of Ruth Merriweather, a prominent society girl who died after an alleged illegal operation. Coroner’s jury linked the death to the operation. Dr R J Mason, reputed fiancé, is detained in Chicago in connection with the case.

Denver Dord Cole F. W. Noble Ruth Merriweather Chicago

Vinal Tonic Promises Health For Delicate Children

A Mrs Slack praises Vinci as the cure for her frail daughter with chronic cough and poor appetite. The ad from A. W. Moreau, Druggist Muscatine, guarantees Vinal cod liver and iron tonic to strengthen delicate children and improve color and appetite.

A. W. Moreau

Grandview Daily Notes Local Social and Visits

Grandview Iowa December 3 Delayed report covers the McDonald Engineering Co bookkeeper G P Gilbert taken to Clinton for illness. Local residents include D C Nagely moving household goods from Clinton and his sister to care for the home. Numerous brief notes follow on visits and travel between Muscatine Oakville Cedar Rapids and Des Moines with residents attending meetings shopping and hospital trips.

Grandview G. P. Gilbert McDonald Engineering Co Clinton Frad Olin D. C Wm, Dickerson Ethel Muscatine Lawrence “Martin Oakville Get. Reix Lizsle Joan Butler John Geo. Rink John Kemp Ina Leiberknecht Mable Buster Burlington Hospital Springrun Ethel King Manning Afuscatine Tenac Gippla iRélief Corps Wapello Odd Fellows Rob'tn McAvoy Des Moines D.C

Blame the Germans Mines Anger Swedes

Stockholm dec 3 indignant over floating mines off finnish coast blamed on german warships seen nearby. Swedish steamers report three large losses and many deaths, trade to Finnish waters halted until mines swept. Also church bazaar dec 12 and social visits noted.

Stockholm Sweden London Finland

Local Gossip and Visits Across Iowa Communities

Mrs. Ruby Willason of Muscatine visited her daughter and son-in-law Mr and Mrs Clare Cambel. Mrs. Stanley Melick left for Farmington Minnesota for an extended visit. Ada Eline of Muscatine visited her father and stepmother. Ady Collins called on Davenport friends. Mr and Mrs Staley shopped in Muscatine. Royal Neighbor Lodge elected new officers including Mrs Erle Turkle Gracie and Mrs Geo Black. Elizabeth Beverage of Muscatine instructed music at Mrs Charles Overman’s home. Mrs W L Black and daughter Isabel visited with Clyde Rabedeaux’s family. Mrs Pred Stork accompanied the Turks to Muscatine. Mrs Q Hargrave visited Mustatine. Mrs Charles Collison to Wilton for winter with granddaughter Miss Lea Oostendorp. Wm Nachbaur returned from a trip to Minneapolis. Loyd Esmoil and Mrs Charles Toyne went to Muscatine after the death of their father A T HanOil. Mrs C Berry visited son Erle Berry at Marengo. Owen Doyle learned of brother Whit Doyle’s Davenport death. C Croxen left for Des Moines to attend state fair board convention. Preston Raphart of Mason City visited grandparents Mr and Mrs Jacob Long. The Woodman Hall hosted a dance by Fred Swain and Jas Chasteen with Chase Orchestra. another dance planned. An oyster and pie supper at Woodman hall yielded $40.55.

Charles Collison Wilton Lea Oostendorp Wm. Nachbaur Fnneepolis Minn Loyd Esmoil Charles Toyne Muscatine A. T. Hanooil Berry Erle Berry Marengo Owen Doyle Whit Doyle Davenport Woodman Hall Fred Swain Jas, Chasteen Chase Baye Wim. White Des ‘Molhea Pat White Pat Sullivan Wm. Doyle Croxen Dex State Fair Board Preston Raphart Mason City Jacob Long

Notable Attendees at State Events Spotted in Muscatine

Sunday visitors converged in Muscatine for the funeral of A. T. Esme, father-in-law of Clarence Hargrave. Mrs. Clarence Hargrave departed Tuesday for Grinnell to attend the State Grange convention.

Pendence A. ‘T. Esme Muscatine Clarence Hargrave Grinnell

Wimborne to Succeed Aberdeen as Ireland Viceroy

The Freeman's Journal reports Baron Wimborne will likely succeed the Earl of Aberdeen as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland early in the new year and the office will be raised to viceroy status. Wimborne led the winning British polo team to America last summer.

Aberdeen Cassociates Dublin London The Freeman's Journal Baron Wimborne Earl of Aberdeen Ireland Lord Wimborne America

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Ely-Walker—Makers Sgoliml Soteros Rotore Lowe Brothers Thompson’s Hardware Store Columbius Columbus Junction Frank Wulligan Frances Forest Dunlap Della Mulligan Harry Hildebrand West Liberty Roy Hildebrand Warry Gipple Ortle Wilcox Fredonia M Irs Earl Bedwell Alice Brown Cranston Ian Fetts Roderick Rob Inez J. Duncan Ainsworth J. W. Ayers Cedar Rapids W. A. Galton England Old London Misa Mary ‘L. Treaney Irs HH. A. Grieger Bert Sterling Cone Londay Reynolds Sadie Butler Morning Sun Chas George Wilcox Amos Fairfield Eldon WG. Robertson Crawfordsville J. Fred Stillwell Columbus Dollie Cecil Tadlan Creek Loa'sbelke Jark Button Factory Christopherson Factory Ing Heartbreakers Santa Claus Headquarters Batterson Stores D. C. Ward, Mgr ISHOP Batterson Xmas Clarw Cook Wm. A. Rogers Erware Abington Pattern China Batterson's Xin Itt Acterson Geo. W. Rueling Wexeakai Mrs, Slag Ladies of the Presbyterian Church and the Endeavor Society James Stucker Ed Kephart Isaac Townr City Charles’ Staley John Dexter Ed Neeneighbour Jno. Dick Inde Atalissa Wimborne Ireland Welyo F.wasserman Cohn Sainte CO Ficken Furniture& Rug Co
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