Drury Shippers Hold Annual Meeting in Baptist Church
Drury Co operative Shippers association gathered about 175 of 191 members in Drury Illinois for its annual meeting. Manager George G Foster reported 121 car loads shipped totaling 210683.41 dollars net to owners with gains of 23000 pounds in shipments and no dead hogs charged to the association.
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Drury, Ill
Drury Cooperative Shippers’ Association
Foster
William G. Workman
Curtis D. Foster
J. L. Gillett
B. Ff. Girl
William F. Peitsch
George G. Foster
Joe Bieri
Girl
Chicago
Association
R. E. Gilloguy
Drury Association
Gilloguy
Illinois
Drury
Drury Township
Buffalo Prairie Township
Mercer
Market News Grain Letter Chicago Wheat Outlook
Chicago December weather notes a nondecisive trading day with little news impact. Mixed seaboard reports suggest foreign demand fluctuates while cash markets show small changes in No 2 red and lower grades. Large southwest receipts contrast with minor U S and Canadian influence as lakes navigation potential weakness might divert foreign demand inland.
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Chicago
Ill
Seaboard
Minneapolis
Kansas City
United States
Lakes
Canada
Muscatine City Briefs Show Community Movements
Miss Bettie Keith returns to Muscatine from Traer after a relative's death. William Timmermal visits Muscatine before a winter stay with his family in Hot Spring Arkansas. Miss Irwin Phillipps and daughter plan to move to Wenatchee Washington Tuesday, joining houseguest Ethel Munson. Attorney Matthew Westrate leaves for ONeill Nebraska on business. Dr L Howe returns from Chicago after an X ray clinic. Ralph Davis improves from pneumonia. Muscatine Odd Fellows hold annual homecoming and roll call with smoker to follow. Mr and Mrs Charles Viner announce the birth of a son. Judge P V Jackson and wife were in Davenport where he played in the Tri-City Symphony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Timmermal
Lone Tree
Muscatine
Hot Spring
Ark
Timmerman
PD. V. Jackson
West Third Street
Davenport
Tri-City Symphony Orchestra
Gleason Convicted by Jury in Peoria Fraud Trial
Gleason was found guilty by a district court jury in Peoria Illinois of swindling Henry F Kath a local shell buyer from 216 West Third Street out of 10000 in a fake stock investment scheme. He faces one to ten years in prison with sentencing likely soon. Three co defendants indicted with Gleason remain at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gleason
Henry F. Kath
West Third Street
Peoria
Ill
Muscatine
Cotton Tumbles on Two Markets
Washington reports a final government estimate of 3,989,403,000 pounds or 8,340,000 bales of 500 pounds gross for the season. Prices fell about 5.85 dollars per bale after the crop estimate was released, with New York and New Orleans markets showing declines of roughly 5 dollars and 106 to 109 points respectively.
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Washington, D. C
Department of Agriculture
New York
N. Y
New Orleans
New Orleans Exchange
Five Men Arraigned for Intoxication Plea Outcomes
Five men appeared before Police Judge J. C. Coster on intoxication charges from weekend celebrations. Clarence Wiltrout paid 15 dollars plus costs, Harvey Bell and James Grimes paid 10 dollars plus costs after guilty pleas. Co R. Fisher and Frank Tucker pleaded not guilty. hearings set for Thursday and both were released on bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Coster
Clarence Wiltrout
Harvey Bell
James Grimes
Co. R. Fisher
Frank Tucker
Market Summary: Wheat and Oats Prices Dip on Weekly Supply
Movement of wheat from the Canadian west via Vancouver shows declines as buyers fear exports and room for sellers narrows. Oats remain supported by cash demand, while rye lacks independent action and hog prices fall on a large hog run. Overall, shipments and receipts evolve with seaboard inquiries and cautious bidding.
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Vancouver
Chicago
Seaboard
Longs
Marriage Kept Secret For Week Announced Today
The marriage of Miss Ocean LaGrille daughter of Mr and Mrs J J LaGrille 215 Baker street Muscatine and Paul Reddick son of Mr and Mrs Frank Reddick Iowa City formerly of Muscatine was solemnized Saturday Dec 3 at St Johns Methodist Episcopal church Davenport. The couple returned to Muscatine and announced the wedding upon visiting relatives in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids. They will live with the groom's parents in Iowa City and plan to move to housekeeping Jan 1. The groom is employed by the Hahn wholesale house at Iowa City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Ocean LaGrille
J. J. LaGrille
Baker Street
Paul Reddick
Frank Reddick
Iowa City
St. John’s Methodist Episcopal Church
Davenport
Cedar Rapids
Rotary Booster Campaign Opens in Muscatine
A nation wide Rotary campaign to restore business confidence appeared in Muscatine with Harding poster messages. Local Rotarians described it as a cheerful morale drive, not a Rotary fundraiser, to boost faith and prosperity during the month. Hupp Tevis of St. Louis and Chief Red Fox of South Dakota spoke at the noon session and planned evening address at the high school auditorium.
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Rotary
Muscatine
Harding
Washington
Lincoln
Hupp Tevis
St. Louis
Rotary Club
Red Fox
South Dakota
Treaty on Yap Made Public
The Yap island treaty between the United States and Japan was released by the State Department. It bars fortification and grants Japan authority to maintain order while recognizing Japan's mandate from the League of Nations over German islands north of the equator. No U S licensing is required for cable or radio facilities on Yap, and the U S will refrain from establishing its own station as long as Japan runs an efficient radio facility with open communications.
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Washington, D. C
Associated Press
United States
Japan
Yap
State Department
Jayin
League of Nations
Pacific
Yay
Senators assail S power treaty in Senate debate
Washington critics voice opposition to the four power Pacific treaty. Senator Robinson of Arkansas calls it a rear door into the league of nations, while Senator Borah of Idaho labels it a straight military alliance unless disarmament progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Associated Press
Robinson
Arkansas
United States
League of Nations
France
Japan
Great Britain
England
League
Washington
Borah
Idaho
Senate
Epidemic Checked as New Era School Reopens
After a three week closure due to scarlet fever cases the New Era School reopens today. Health officials report the disease has been checked in the community and students return to classes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Era
Ralph Hackett Celebrates 7th Birthday Anniversary
Master Ralph Hackett was honored at a party on his seventh birthday at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs Howard Hackett 1161 Lucas street. The event ran from 3 to 5 with children's games and contests and a Christmas themed luncheon table. A large birthday cake served as the centerpiece.
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Ralph Hackett
Howard Hackett
Lucas Street
Trinity Guild Bazaar Sale At Trinity Hall
The Trinity Society will hold its annual bazaar Thursday at Trinity hall. A sale of foodstuffs fancywork aprons and other articles will be offered with pies cakes prepared meats salads and pastries on the food table. The event opens at 10 o'clock and continues through the afternoon.
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Trinity Society
Trinity Guild
Trinity Hall
Houseman Residence Hosts Friends Social in Lake Township
A gathering of Mr. and Mrs. William Houseman’s friends enjoyed a Sunday at their Lake Township home with dinner at 6, dancing, card games, and a musical by Glen Allison. Zenith Blue Triangle club plans a Christmas event at the YWCA on Tuesday at 8. The program features vocal solos by Carlena Diercks and a playlet by Zenith club girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houseman
William Houseman
Lake Township
Glen Allison
Zenith Blue Triangle Club
Carlena Diercks
Eybevert
Zenith Club Girls
Election of officers for two women’s lodges this evening
Electa Chapter Order of the Eastern Star will meet in the Masonic temple and Joan of Arc Court Catholic Daughters of America will meet in the K. C. hall. Both groups will discuss important business matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electa Chater
Order of the Eastern Star
Joan of Arc Court
Catholic Daughters of America
Masonic Temple
K. C. Hall
Dancers to Gather at Geneva Club Dinner and Dance
A party runs from 8 to 12 this evening at Geneva Golf and Country club with a dinner served at 6:30 oclock. Mobanna and Ogle orchestra from Iowa City will provide the music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva Golf and Country Club
Mobanna and Ogle
Iowa City
North Prairie Ladies Aid to Meet for All-Day Session
The North Prairie Ladies' Aid Society will hold an all-day meeting Thursday at the home of Mrs. Eila Markham in Moscow township. Hostesses include Mrs. Eila Markham, Mrs. Ethel Satterthwaite, and Misses Amy Lake and Edna Pilgrim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Prairie Ladies’ Aid Society
Eila Markham
Moscow Township
Ethel Satterthwaite
Amy Lake
Edna Pilgrim
Local Clubs Plan Meetings and Sewing Projects
The Sweetland Band of Willing Workers schedules an all day work meeting Thursday at Mrs. Lou Gettert's home to make garments for the orphan's home in Council Bluffs. Banner Lodge Industrial society to be entertained Wednesday afternoon at Mrs. Ella Hess's home 110 Brook Street. Banner Lodge Degree of Honor to hold afternoon and evening meetings Tuesday with supper at 6 30. Dorcas Sewing society to be entertained Wednesday afternoon at Mrs. Mary Biles's home East Tenth Street.
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Sweetland Band of
Lou Gettert
Council Bluffs
Banner Lodge Industrial Society
Ella Hess
Brook Street
Banner Lodge
Degree of Honor
Dorcas Sewing Society
Mary Biles
East Tenth Street
Fancywork Sale Plans at Banker Millinery Store
Arrangements for a fancywork sale will be outlined by the Ladies' Aid society of the First Presbyterian church Thursday afternoon. The event is planned for Saturday at the Banker millinery store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banker Millinery
Ladies’ Aid Society
First Presbyterian Church
Correction Involving Muscatine Packing Suit
F H Kirchner of Lone Tree corrects a Saturday item naming him as plaintiff in a suit with Muscatine Packing. He states he never filed against the local concern and that H C Hinkley sued both him and the company, with the corporation released from liability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. H. Kirchner
Lone Tree
Muscatine Packing Company
Kirchner
H.C. Hinkley
Lone [Tree
Indian Chief William Red Fox to Speak at High School
Chief William Red Fox a Rosebud Indian will address Muscatine students at 3 30 pm and at 8 00 pm in the high school auditorium as part of Art Week. He will discuss Indian life, battles, and government policies with audience access to the evening lecture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Red Fox
Rosebud
South Dakota
Red Fox
Carlisle Indian School
Pennsylvania
Iowa
Mt. Pleasant
Burlington
Keokuk
Galesburg
Abingdon
Muscatine High School
Fumigate Local Movie Theatre Over Smallpox Fears
Three new smallpox cases reported Sunday lead Palace theatre to fumigate its premises with forty large fumigators under Dr W W Daut supervision. No BOH order, manager William Holiday praised. Also two scarlet fever and one diphtheria cases recorded. multiple quarantines on homes and additional 15 under quarantine citywide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palace Theatre
City Health
W. W. Daut
Board of Health
Daut
William Holiday
Palace
Mulberry Avenue
H. D. Fieher
Installed voltage regulators at Magcntine Lighting plant
Two voltage regulators are now in operation at Magcntine Lighting Company's power plant. Manager BE Fischer said the equipment keeps plant current nearly constant, with voltage variation under two volts since installation, versus eight percent before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magcntine Lighting Company
BE. L. Fischer
Famous Orchestra at Armory Tuesday
Joe Kayser's Novelty orchestra headlines a Tuesday night show at the armory. The group has played dances in New York attended by the Prince of Wales who sent an autographed photo after his visit. Five members come from Rector Cafe orchestra of New York. Dick Johnson and Bob Chaudet are among the artists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armory
Joe Kayser
New York City
Prince of Wales
America
England
Kayser
United States
Rector Cafe Orchestra
New York
Dick Johnson
Wizard
Bob Chaudet
Deaths of Fred Schmidt and Jesse Stoneburner
Fred Schmidt 59 of 103 Baker street South Muscatine died Sunday night after a stroke following blood poisoning and stomach trouble. Born in Germany May 19 1862 he came to the U S in 1890 and leaves a widow Augusta and five German brothers. Funeral Wednesday at his home and Protestant Evangelical church with burial in Greenwood. Jesse Stoneburner 37 race-horse trainer died at Mt Pleasant hospital after a long illness at the state hospital. Born October 18 1884 in Moscow he leaves parents Mr and Mrs Elias Stoneburner and sister Mrs Robert Leu. Funeral arrangements pending arrival of the remains tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Schmidt
South Muscatine
Baker Street
Mr. Schmidt
Black Button
Germany
Augusta Walter
Protestant Evangelical Church
William
Henry
Chris
Carl
Ferdinand Schmidt
F. L. Rodenbeck
Greenwood Cemetery
Jesse’ Stoneburner
Mt. Pleasant
State Hospital
Stoneburner
Moscow
Elias Stoneburner
East Second Street
Robert Leu
District Court sets five cases for trial in Jackson county
Judge D W Jackson ordered five cases for trial in the district court in the following sequence Henry Wilhelme versus Matilda D Bujewski Texas Coast Irrigated Land Company versus J L Giesler and others Ella Forbes administratrix versus L C Day Bessie Farnsworth versus Harold Hazlett Geo W Lindle versus Muscatine State Bank administrator of the estate of George H Volger The next jury case is Henry Wilhelme versus Matilda D Bujewski for personal injury damages Wilhelme represented by E M Warner Bujewski by Gustavus Allbee trial begins Tuesday Administrators named for Cyrus Baker and Agnes Ehlers John E McIntosh is attorney Petit jurors to report at 9 Tuesday morning Disclaimers filed by many defendants in Dan O Connor versus Ienac P Vanhagan et al guardians appointed for Westerd Thelm Sarah F Brower appointed guardian for Westerd Thelm through R S Jackson
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. Jackson
Henry Wilhelme
Matilda D. Bujewski
Texas Coast Irrigated Land Company
J. L. Giesler
Ella Forbes
L. C. Day
Bessie Farnsworth
Harold Hazlett
Geo. W. Lindle
Muscatine State Bank
George H. Volger
Wilhelme
Caese
Bujewski
E. M. Warner
Gustavus Allbee
Dan O'Connor
Ienac P. Vanhagan
Elks Feast Sets Wild Game Menu At East Front Home
All Elks are invited to a wild game feast and athletic program at the Elks' home on East Front Street tonight. Reservations with W. B. Hart must be made by noon. Fifteen teams supplied game Sunday, totaling 175 rabbits six coons three ground hogs and two opossums for about 400 members to be fed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks
East Front Street
W. B. Hart
Sunday Meetings Postponed to January
Conflicting events prompted postponement of Rev. W. H. Rogers address at First Baptist church. A mixed quartet with Mrs. Grace Harper Elsa Fack Leonard Plessy and G W Porter offered selections with W J Burnett as accompanist. All Sunday meetings this month postponed until January.
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W. H. Rogers
First Baptist Church
Grace Harper
Elsa Fack
Leonard Plessy
G. W. Porter
W. J. Burnett
Parent Teacher Association to Discuss School Problems
The Garfield school PTA plans its first regular meeting at 7:30 in the school building Tuesday evening. William Seiler, newly elected president, will attend. Open to all, the program includes songs, exercises by second graders, a swing song, harvest drill, a dialogue by second and third graders, and musical selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parent4 Teacher Association
Garfield School
William Seiler
Denby Silent On Plans For Navy Budget Proposes Nine Battleships
Secretary Denby reports no recommendation on naval establishment at this time. The navy budget for next year totals 431.754 million dollars, based on building nine battleships and six battle cruisers, and reflects economy measures after reductions from budget and defense officials. He commends naval officers and marines in Haiti and Santo Domingo and notes improved justice administration within the service. The Atlantic fleet visit shows good material condition and high morale, and he praises the loyalty and duty of navy and marine corps personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Denby
Naval Establishment
Navy General Board
Congress
Asiatic
Near
Haiti
Santo Domingo
Atlantic
Navy
Marine Corps
Seals Sales on Opening Day Bring In Revenue
About $60 was raised from Red Cross Christmas seal sales in Muscatine via downtown banks post office and stores on Saturday. Groups of two girls led teams and reported strong response. Mail campaigns added to funds with unclear totals. Seventy percent funds stay in Muscatine for anti tuberculosis work, 25 percent to state TB work, 5 percent to national headquarters. Booths return next Saturdays at downtown shops. Seals available year round from Public Health Bureau in city hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Muscatine
Muscatine County
Iowa Tuberculosis” Association
Public Health Bureau
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Drury Shippers
Members of Association
Hutton
W. A. Hutton Co
Hershey “Ldg
Logan-Bryan
Bettie Keith
Young Women’s Christian Association
Traer
Irwin Phillipps
Desire Phillippi
Wenatchee
Wash
Ethel Munson
W. Godley
Fletcher Avenue
Matthew Westrate
O'Neill
L. (. Howe
Ralph Davis
East Third Street
Muscatine Odd Fellows
Charles Viner
Bartlett Street
Henry Kath
Man
Crusade ON
Confidence
President Harding
U. S
Pobdinse
Young People's Society of the First Baptist Church
Bloomington
Bloomington Friends Church
Woman's Foreign Missionary and Aid Societies
Torium
Art Week
Custer
Wounded Knees
Black Eagle
Sitting Bull
Cherry’s
Daylight Shoe Store
Fumigate
Movie Theatre
Jesse Stoneburner
J. R. Baker
Cyrus Baker
R. G. Tipton
William W. Ehlers
Agnes Ehlers
John E. McIntosh
Petit
Jackson
Jmry
Degler
Sarah F. Brower
Couardian
Westa Erd Thelm
Brower
R. S. Jackson
WLOST
Hershey Bank
Chocolate Shop
N” Journal
Silvertone
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