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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1916

Page

6

Teachers Meet at Court House for Rural Education Study

About Otty tonchora in Muscatine County, teachers gathered at the County Superintendent’s office for a study club session. Nearly all from nearby rural schools attended to discuss Pickard’s book on methods for improving rural classroom instruction. Members absent today will submit written reviews of today’s material.

Otty Tonchora Muscatine Bradley Tauchera Atx Pickard

New Postmistress at Stockton Named

Washington dispatch reports Mitt Hw Dunkle Nayhoon appointed postmistress of Stockton replacing Scittlapkatil who was removed.

Stockton Informitton Washington Today Mitt Hw. Dunkle Nayhoon Scttlapkatil

Mrs Dougherty Laid At Rest In Local Funeral

The remains of Mrs James Dougherty lay in lucial fashion today at 2:80 oclock from 106 Evans street Tha Tov Ay G Cruvebs pastor of the Mirkt Consregational church officiated. Pallbearers William Johnson Jonary Janka Henry Mile ler George Eltora Albert Striodlky Roy Johnson. flower girls Miss Laney Dunphy Mildred McCampbell Mary Aker. Interment planned for Greenwood cemetery.

James Dougherty Lucial Evans Street Tha Tov Ay G Cruvebs Mirkt Henry Mileler George Eltora Albert Striodlky Roy Johnson Michos Laney Dunphy Mildred McCampbell Ara ‘Eo Mary Aker Intorment Greenwood Cametors

Warship Runs the Blockade in North Sea

A British warship was reported to be enforcing a blockade in the North Sea, stopping and inspecting a vessel in the Atlantic. The captain, aboard a log-claimed merchant ship, said the vessel was not seized but diverted along a standard patrol route. The admiralty confirmed receipt of the report noting a disguised German vessel involved in commerce.

London Gorman North Sea Atlantic Abe

High School addition progresses despite frost

Despite the night's freezing weather, exterior work on the High School addition continued uninterrupted. John Huninger of Burlington held the contract as the chief builder, with his name appearing near the main tractor in the progress report.

John Hun Oinger Burlington John Hunalne

District Court Notes On Multiple Civil Actions

District Court notes last evening show foured court until Monday with defendant's motion for continuance in the case of John against Joseph, and a judgment sought on a promissory note. Attorneys J. Sarthett and Lov, with J. Playbarn and Auekwon, were appointed to represent parties. The estate of Albert Dollarhide faced a $20,000 judgment claim against Davenport and Magnentine Railway. the case continued due to counsel illness. A suit by Carrie Carlisle as administrator seeks damages from the railway for Dollarhide’s death after an interurban collision at Molpine years ago.

John d Pgainat Joaeph VM Osdela Witteh Jayna Jy Wltorney I. M. Sarthett Dally Carrie Carlisle Albert Dellarhide Davenport and Magentine Molpine Bairge

Real Names Sought For Arrested Men In Des Moines District Court

Cloudy court notice in Des Moines requires arrestees to reveal real names and provide details to the police. The document mentions a warning of potential identification and a reward to informants, with speculation that many arrests involve individuals named Smith from Dos or Piaghivta, tied to a national reputation and film studios.

Pamed Smith Dos Piaghivta Cald Uatico

Mrs Haney Remains Interred Today

The remains of Mrs Mary Flanoy of Sherman Street died Wednesday night and were interred in St. Mary's Catholic cemetery. Funeral services were at St Mathing Catholic church at 9 o'clock this morning. Reverend Father Leon ard officiated. Forty eight pallbearers included David Browning, Jad Gnevls on, George Brogan, J P Whitmer, Fred Glosonhava and John Noble.

Mary Flanoyy Sherman Street St. Mary's Catholic St. Mathing O'Ennel Puthor O. Leonard Thong David Browning Jad Gnevl George Brogan J. P. Whitmer Fred Glosonhava John Noble

Washington Man Urges U S to Operate Railroads

A Washington speech argues government ownership would improve rail service and reduce costs. It cites Germany's system, claiming higher American rates and touting German efficiency. Amos Pinchot and Benjamin C. Marsh are listed as witnesses supporting state ownership.

Germany Ardokhart Gareny Jmilleares United States Ameria Costa Tor Hutingo Gore Offdela Brogishar Switzerland Japan New Zealand South Africa di Agland Amos Pinchot Benjamin C. Marsh New York City Pbc

Hear Arguments In Suit For Slander

Court opened today as attorney Ralph Pringle led for the plaintiff in a slander case. Lawyers debated about two days of testimony with a jury likely to hear the case by Tuesday as the fourth week of the term began.

Ralph Pringle

Community buying saves union during Inuit week

Community buying actions by the Ip anatarcot Carmen's union saved money for members during Inuit week by purchasing potatoes and flour for members. Mr. Wiley, secretary of the Dax Molnar les, noted the plan would continue through winter, with the union buying goods for members at favorable prices.

Casnonintidl Praag

Mrs Mary Hickey Buried After Catholic Rites

Mrs Mary Hickey was buried today after funeral services at St. Mathias Catholic church. The rites were led by Rev Father Leonard and the casket was interred at St Mary’s Cemetery. Pallbearers included James Dugan John Lavellin Carnetus Cronin and Wesley Powers among others.

Unique Holiday Booths At Guild Hall Sale

A holiday sale at the Guild Hall hosted by Trinity church features diverse booths with Japanese Turkish displays. Maynard Thompson Misa Ninnola manage the stalls while Mrs. Treron Thompson handles fancy work and Mrs. George Lowe runs the food table. Tea cakes and sandwiches will be offered as sales continue through the day and evening.

Trinity Church Guild Hall Delog O Mre Maynard Thompson Misa Ninnola Treron ‘Thompson George Lowe Tre JR

Colonel Hare Circle Honors Mrs. Gilbert on Birthday

Members of the Colonel Hare Circle honored Mrs. Jonnie Gilbert of East Eighth Street on her fifty third birthday with a surprised visit at her home. Mrs. Hobkirk, daughter of Mrs. Gilbert, helped organize the event and warned the celebrant.

Giobern Colonel Hare Jonnie Gilbert East Eighth Street Jamen Hobkirk Gibert

Dorcas members surprise Mrs Smull Friday evening

Members of the Doren Detoty surprised Mrs Caroline Small at her daughter Mrs Elmer Worst’s home on East Eleventh street. The evening ended with a delicious picture cupper served to fourteen members. The Eastern Star lecta Chapter will meet at the Masonic hall Monday evening to elect officers.

Dorcas Smull Doren Caroline Small Elmer Worst East Eleventh Street The Order of the Eastern Star Masonic Hall

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