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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1916

Page

6

Heavy Losses Reported at Loulaa County Mutual Ins Co Meeting

The annual meeting at the court house Saturday noted heavy losses the largest in its history, around 1,000 dollars with a 40 mill levy to cover. A new schedule raised values for stock animals and livestock categories, while officers were re-elected and plans to extend coverage were discussed.

Dourintin Wapotlo Loulaa Yeurlings Culvan Cor Horgas Slitta Haroatter Xen Dan' Mela Ked Tolan W. V. Herrick Mrevtork Jolneton Hill Damthon Morning Sun Jefordon Ate Ln Thurston Columbua Cord Concord

Marguerite Clark at A-Muse-A Friday

Marguerite Clark, renowned star, appears this week at A-Muse-A venue, supported by her rising film and photo fame. The event promises a showcase of her photogenic artistry and public appeal within the entertainment scene.

Marguerite Clark A-Muse

Electric Button On Toes Promises Quick Corn Removal

An advertisement touts an electric button that, when applied to a corn, delivers a chemical coating called fragzone to loosen roots and relieve pain. A quarter-ounce bottle is sold in drugstores for a small price, claiming fast easing as the solution removes corn tissue without harming surrounding skin.

Paramount program and the screen star George Wile ington

Paramount program presents a comical film starring a young actress known for never telling a lie in real life. The production showcases a notably slow performance by the child star, under the direction of J. Searte Dive leg.

Paramount George Wileington J. Searte Little

Christmay Program At Oak Grove School

Oak Grove will host a children’s Christmas program Friday afternoon at the schoolhouse in Gloomlsstan town. A long list of songs recitations and dialogues feature named students including Charlon Johnson Lyall Kyun Clara Tanmonkiy Tiny items include A Stitch in Time and A Piece of News with many participants from grades.

Oak Grove Houk O Gloomlsstan Wffatr Wtacel Brywut Charlon Johnson Lyall Kyun Dinloguy Sinha Chinn Jacob and Clara Tanmonkiy

Holiday Table Announces 1917 Holidays and Holy Days

The table lists fixed and movable holidays for 1917 including New Year’s Day on Monday January 1 Washington’s Birthday February 22 Memorial Day May 30 Independence Day July 4 and Thanksgiving November 29. Epiphany January 6 Lent and Holy Week dates are shown with various Sundays and religious feast days throughout the year.

Washington Jon Wernesday Woltowlny Wray St. David St. Patrick

Shoppers crowd streets as holiday rush hits town

Crowds fill streets and stores with snow covering avenues as residents rush to shop for the holidays. Local offices report heavy package shipments and express companies note increased delivery activity as people shop early to avoid delays.

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Moore to Lead Local Templars

At the election of officers held the evening, Eminent Commander Lernont Moore was chosen to lead the De Molly Commanders Knights Templar for the ensuing year. Other officers named include Otto Sauer as Grand General, Charles Fe Mares as Captain General, Frank Hoband as Senior Warden, W. R. Votan as Junior Warden, H. M. Down as Prelate, IS. Stein as Treasurer, and W. H. Graft as Recorder.

Moore Templar Chosun Lernont Moore Otto Sauer Charles Fe Maresimann Frank Hoband W. R. Votan H. M. Down Stein Recordar W. H. Graft

Pearl City Court Social Meeting Ends With Dance

A large crowd attended the Pearl City Court of Honor social at Woodman Hall last evening. After the business meeting and refreshments, attendees enjoyed a social hour and closed the evening with a dance.

Pearl City Court of Honor Woodman Hall

Quick Home Remedy for Coughs Colds and Croup

An inexpensive homemade cough remedy promises fast relief from coughs colds and croup. The description details mixing a drug with granulated sugar syrup to yield two pints of remedy, claimed to soothe throat irritation, loosen phlegm and stop throat tickle. It cites Norway pine extract and other ingredients, asserting worldwide fame and offering a money back guarantee.

Norway She Piovr Co Wayne

U B School Christmas Program Aims for Village Audience

United Brethren Sunday School members plan a Christ child program at the church Monday with a local Saint raffle for all. The program features duets, readings, choir items, and a variety of children’s performances, including “Joy to the World” and “Holy Night” with congregation participation.

United Brethren Sunday School Sante Aista Theodora Kuechman Weldon Crow Rey Welcoma Merry Robert Butcher Dorothea Cox Helen Flee Arluine Kyochman Hall Wals Bor Jowla Ring Tha Christmay Gells Leona Halberg Girla' Claanen Holly Worries Vivian Boia Thelma Crow I Dred Riemaire Ghice Heeltaton Jenna Bethlelem Wood Hsnex Donad Pylon Gurtride Jordin Baginneys Samia Cl

Cold checks success of Bezaar on Island

Owing to extreme cold the island Methodist byslcapal church event failed to attract audiences. Regiments of inland wore to allow horses to stand for waivers at hours without shelter though much of the area displayed wan dispo sition. A heat kum was funded to the president of the Ladies Aid society for this medium. Snow, Minter Sum 3.-Ady.

Island Ladies' Aid Society

Koepping Remains Interred In Greenwood Cemetery

Funeral services for Mrs. George Koepping were held today at the residence in Sweetland township. Rev T A Burdock of Park Avenue Methodist conducted the rites. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery with pallbearers named Koepping relatives and local men.

George Koepping Sweetland Township Lofclock Thu Rey T. A. Burdock Park ‘Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church Greenwood Cemetery George Hermley Willan Hormley Wred Garrison Frank Koepping Guntay- Koepping Joba Koepping

Winter Arrives As Mercury Sinks In Spirita

Local reports celebrate the onset of winter with frigid air and icy scenes. Thermometers drop as residents note cold mornings, snowlike reflections, and the season’s first signs under the grandstand amid vague local speculation about calendar changes and official notices.

Aldowatka Ruty

Probate Notice of Caroline F Custer Will

Public notice from Munenting County court that the will of Caroline F Custer was opened December 6 1816 and will be reviewed for probate January 31 1817 with possible objections by interested parties. Attn: R G Tipton Clerk and attorneys W W Everameyer and Louie Everameyer.

Munenting District Court Caroline F. Custer Aaid Magentine R. G. Tipton W. W Louie Everameyer

Frigid Cold Snap Grips State Weather Officials

Temperature plunged to twelve degrees below zero this morning marking the lowest point of the year. Forecasters warned of continued severe cold, predicting further drops and frigid conditions as winter tightens its grip.

Emen

Tipton Plans New Garage Construction in Cedar Street

Tipton Ta dated reports that C K will build on the corner of Cedar Street, with Pred Ke Hossert winning the contract as the lowest bidder. Work to begin soon after the old buildings are cleared.

Tipton Dee Tawa City Enrite C.K Wid Cedar Pred Ke Hossert

Death in Witton From Heart Disease

Mrs Thos Gritton of Witton dies at home from heart leakage after a week of illness. Aged forty one, she leaves a husband two children and siblings Gene Lenkir Bert and Howard. Born in Cedar county, the family resided nearby. funeral plans not yet set.

Witton Gritton Mya Alek Xorrowini Deby Gene Lenkor Bert Gi Howard GI Cedar County Misa Anna

Primary Lew Fights Seen Likely in OwA Election

Descriptions from Des Moines indicate debate over revamping the reginal primary law. Sources suggest a repeat or amendment of the current system, with lawmakers largely favoring a flattened ballot and a heated public discussion anticipated in the capital.

den Moines Informadien Varigury Dow Moednew Lys

Primary Timing Debate Splits Voters Over Judges

The text shows dispute over timing of state judiciary elections with factions favoring rope of the presidential preter enno primary and others proposing shifting to hold on the same day as the state primary.

How to Prevent Croup Ad Signs in a Child

A poster advises early use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the first signs of croup in a child to ward off the attack and avoid danger or complications. It emphasizes prompt treatment to prevent recurrence and ensure the child's safety.

Chamberlain

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