Final arguments in gas rate case begin today
Attorneys for the city and Muscatine Lighting Co present testimony on valuations and costs for gas rate calculations. City claims the meter system unfair, noting electric meters for street lights cost $15,000 to $16,000 annually unallocated to gas, while gas meters number about the same. Former mayor Harry Kern testifies on ordinance adoption in 1914. Judges urge speedy conclusion by Saturday to avoid further hearings in Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Lighting Company
Shell
J. F. Devitt
Harry Kern
P. J. Fagan
F. W. Eversmeyer
John A. Gusher
Des Moines
Denman
F. Grensing
Iowa Sheet Metal Products Company
F. L. Grigg
Ziegler Canning Company
F. W. Johnston
County Court House
Courtroom echoes as Degler defense fights to sway jury
During the Degler murder trial Judge Jackson overruled a motion to quash and resumed proceedings. State witnesses Henderson and Binz testified about Degler's abusive remarks toward his father and a revolver in Degler's possession. The crowded courtroom applauded during cross examination, signaling strong public sentiment against the defendant.
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Jackson
L. A. Crull
Charles P. Hanley
Charles Binz
Second Street
Mulberry Avenue
John Henderson
Pafvhuska
Okla
Degler
Frank Degler
McKee & Bliven
South Muscatine
Henderson
Thompson
Degsler
Defense Opens Case in Degler Murder Trial
Henderson testified that he saw Frank carry a revolver to his work and Degler allegedly dropped a 32 caliber pistol in the button factory the weekend before the murder. Henry Dietrich testified he borrowed the weapon from Degler on July 2 1909 for a fishing trip and Fourth of July celebration, later pawning it for $1.50.
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Degler
Henderson
Frank
Henry Dietrich
Hershey Avenue
August Dietrich
Muscatine
Dietrich
Ed. Hagerman
Baptist Gets Long Term Despite Plea
Harry West was convicted of assault with intent to commit rape in Tipton Iowa. A motion for a new trial was denied. West made a personal plea claiming innocence and that he was in the tent with the Christ girl but did not assault her. The prosecuting witness was transported from Iowa City University Hospital to Tipton to testify. Judge Moffit sentenced West to twenty years in the Fort Madison penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tipton
Harry West
University Hospital
Iowa City
Moffit
Fort Madison
County Granges Plan Meetings Christmas Program Highlights
Sweetland Grange announces a Christmas program and oyster supper on December 29 with hosts Mrs. L D Taylor Mr and Mrs George Taylor and families. Bloomington Grange schedules a December 22 entertainment and installation of officers on January 12. Special meetings of both granges were held and a January 5 meeting for Sweetland is planned. Members prepare readings songs and selections from local schools and families for the season event.
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Sweetland
Bloomington
Sweetland Grange
L. D. Taylor
George Taylor
Leroy
Ralph
Howard Toyne
Taylor
Ray Downer
Flossie Connor
Mildred Snider
Grand Theatre Hosts The Impresario In Muscatine Tonight
Muscatine audiences will hear Mozart comic opera The Impresario at the Grand tonight under the high school senior class. Percy Hemus, key to the show’s sparkle from wartime singing leadership, arrives with William Wade Hinshaw. A concert from Iowa City followed earlier today. Large crowds expected for tonight and Saturday's mixed program.
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Fifth ‘Avenue
New York City
Mr. Hemus
William Wade Hinshaw
New York Tribune
Muscatine
Iowa
City
State Or of
Grand Theatre
Agnior
Grand
S. A. Potts
To have a good laundress in the house
A brief note on the value of a capable laundress in the home, implying that securing reliable laundry service meets a household need and can be linked to a Want Ad seeking such help.
Knights of Columbus Regular Meeting Notice
Notice announces a regular Knights of Columbus meeting this evening at 8 o'clock by order of L. M. Fuller.
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Knights of Columbus
L. M. Fuller
Seeking Personal Assistant and Research Help
I seek a reliable assistant to manage errands, schedule tasks, conduct focused research, and draft concise summaries. Must communicate clearly, meet deadlines, and respect privacy. Remote work. flexible hours. compensation based on scope and experience.
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William Molis
City Water Works
Molis
Clyde Parks
Bemis
Joe R. Lane
Lane
Devitt
L. R. King
Bill
Big Bertha
Corbett Henderson
H G. Thompson
Mississippi
Baptist
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield
N. J
Toyland
County Granges
Ton
Marjorie
Bernice Kieber
Leila Potter
Alice Chatfield
A.C. Eckhardt
Isabelle Shepard
Hazel Martin
Song—Union School
Pearl Potter
Sweetland News
Vivia Down
Edna Toyne
Ruth Snider
Sweetland School
Edna Hetzler
Maynard Eckhardy
Lead
Artists of America
Moszart
the Impresario
United Sale
Coats
Velour
Bolivia
Yalama
Pollyanna
Nalues
Serge
Crepe
United
East 2Nd St
Ben Lilly
Mgr
Butz’s Fair
East Second Street
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