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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1916

Page

5

Washington is Defeated Here in Frat House Basketball

Walaren's team defeats Washington students 41 to 10 at the New Armory in a lively high school game. Led by Karl Klorst, the home squad dominated early, while Washington showed nerves and struggled to score. In the second half the locals widened their lead with a 12 to 10 run, led by Etman and Shaffner, as backboard shots by Shettle and Kamp highlighted the effort.

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Tinker Arranges Purchase of Columbus Club

Joseph Tinker former Chicago Cubs manager arranged to buy the Columbus American Association franchise with Chenin Wilson of Chicago. He said payment would be completed by January 2 and would gain 75 percent control of the club while the other 25 percent remains with Columbus owners. Tinker and Wilson would pay 360 600 to Columbus magnates for the stake.

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Cleveland Sends Penner to Coast Trade Shocks Fans

In Cleveland Ohio dispatches, Penner and associates were sold to Portland of the Coast. First Bawoman Ray Miller and Plicher Pickerson also purchased from Columbus. The deal involves Haw and Friend Pltohora Frad Deobs and Kenneth Penner amid a broader roster reshuffle.

Cleveland Vleo Troatden McRcy Tndions Haw Pltohora Frad Deobs Kenneth Penner Portland Jengus Ray Miller Plicher Plckerson Columbus

Buckeyes to Field All Stars In Charity Tilt

Lima Ohio announces an all star exhibition by Buckeyes and Muaktos this Thursday and Friday night. Manager Glenn reports strong interest with several noted players, including a former Washington and Jefferson end and top guards, promising a brisk event with standout forwards and fast play.

Lima Oho Buckeya Strate Muaktos Armory Corvedt Judiy Glenn Davix Min G. A Ohloans Maniwer Davis Hans Washington and Jefferdon Philvdephi Mittsburgh Wil Amenonn Mina Frodnet Wend J. Umy Ads Urudioy Calloga Loutinerth Al-Oblok Pounaytvante Erltien Hive

Three-I Managers Shakeup Rumors Hit Chicago

In a storm of chatter a shakeup looms as several managers from the Three-I circuit appear set for moves. Names floated include O Leary, Williams, Waring, Tighe, Jackson, Watcenett and Rockford tied to various clubs and openings.

Chicago Leake Sonian Dan O'Leary Davenport Servion Moling Titswald George Whivshed Mannibay Ted Waring Qungy Johnny Gastle Jack Tighe BL Jackson Will Roe Pooria Howard Watcenett Rockford Dreamigton

National Commission to Meet January 2

Cinelligl, Q., Dec. 22 The National Football Commission will meet in this city on January 2 to discuss the AA draft question minor league contracts and officer elections. Chairman Hormann said he anticipated the largest gathering of magnates from major and minor leagues for the meeting.

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Army Officer Visiting Home During Holidays

Captain and Mrs. Wingy, former residents of Dr. B. H. Wing of thinety, spend the holidays at the home of a parent on West Fourth Street. Captain Wing, now in charge of military training at Columbia, Mo., recently returned from Mexico where Rev. E. Brigham, a noted Methodist organizer, died today following an operation by General Pershing.

Joseph Wingy B. H. Wing Thinety Tla Parent Brigham Pershing

Rockford Be Well Paid Team At Local Exhibition

The Rockford team led by George Fogarty will receive $2 per minute for a Sunday evening exhibition at the Armory against Stashion. Fogarty, once with Janesville and Lincoln Cardinals, says the squad is strong and will not travel without a guaranteed $120.

George Fogarty Rockford Fogarty Young Janesville Wik Liecoln Cardinals Weavon Bent Bete Inez Seni Mansker Vyolxer Mansker Vyolxer, Managey Fogarty Dor Uw Fuarantoo

Cancel Plans For Heavyweight Bout In New York

Chicago dispatch reports plans for a Willard Georges Carpentier heavyweight bout have fallen through. The dispute centers on promoter Rickard and the managing group led by Jack Curley, with Willard unlikely to fight in the near term.

Chicago Doc Willard-Georges Carpentier Mately New York Tox Rickard Jack Curley Bos Willard Pletuio

Humdingers Near Title After Evening Match

Capt Roy Murphy led the Humdingers in a tight contest at the Y M C A as they split with Capt Geo Meadenhall's Tun dagora. The Humdingers trail 15 wins 10 losses with six games left to clinch the title for the month. a banquet menu is being planned after the finale.

Roy Murphy Dingork Aline Y. WM. C. AL Geo. Meadenhall Slx Tagers Ony Gang

Unseasonable Cold Promised For Week

Weather bureau predicts a cold week starting Sunday December 24 with below normal temperatures across Great Lakes Plainly Statin and Upper and Middle Mississippia valleys. Snow likely Tuesday and Wednesday with ongoing cold afterwards, lasting near week’s end with snow around Thursday or Friday. Significant freezing conditions expected across the region.

Washington Lalkoe Piniday

Community Christmas celebration planned with large turnout

Six plans completed for observance in Martine city as the immense gathering for the Christmas celebration nears. Funds secured in the last 24 days ensure all aspects are provided for, with a 6:30 pm program and a one hour duration. Children have prepared songs and a Victorian theme with carols. Volunteers, led by Mrs D V Jacke, coordinate baskets and meals for distribution today and tomorrow.

Observancy Maxentine Rutherjing Etty ‘Hall Jmlatory The Progiant

Jury adjourns court. Sapp murder case next on docket

The court adjourns to January 2 with jurors to return next week to hear criminal dock cases. Sapp murder trial, Etomea Larkin, leads the lineup as other cases follow. Sheriff Littell plans a Christmas dinner as Western Union offices handle telegraphic greetings from 4 to 9 pm Sunday.

Ournal Aledo Dac Jurvarou Dianilavad Garrett Rnag Sapp Hart Sapp Etomea Larkin Mila Gervice Tila Eave Pine Atato Mike Ferguson Tnkine Eany County Gall Sherif Littell

Sale of Seals in City Tops Four Times Previous Year

Red Cross Christmas seals sales in Chicago city surge, with over forty thousand seals sold by evening and expectations to approach the forty-five thousand mark. Campaign attributed to civic health drive and automatic handling. Funds to aid public health nurses and welfare programs in the city.

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Cash Gifts for Phone Employes at Town Telephone Co

Town Telephone Co plans year end cash bonuses for staff under is $5,000 annual salary. Employees with over one year of service receive up to three weeks pay as a bonus, while those with between three months and one year get one third of the above rates. bonuses apply to December 1 payrolls.

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Admission foe Patata Asnochi and Presn Toned Wire

Springfield WV reports a new motion picture theatre opening today with tickets to be given to the poor. Patrons include Deots and Asnochi, with Patata and Presn noted in the event.

Springfield Deots

Austria names new war minister amid political shakeup

Count Czernin von Ana was named head of Austria's joint council of ministers and minister to Romania as the country faces the war. Baron Von Butian reportedly resigned since January 1915 after succeeding Count Berhtald. In New York, the Amories flying yacht of the Ameren Trans-Oceanie company, valued at $20,000, wrecked at Port Washington hangar during a seventy mile gale.

Chicago United States Europe Emil G. Mirkehe Chirman New York London Dee uaBilo Gzernin von Chedenitz Barrow von Hurian A Teuter Vienna Wiener Zeloune Czernin von Ana Joint Council of Ministeres Rumania Wil Baron von Butian Count Berehtald Prank Sea Wire N. Y Amories Ameren Trans-Oceanie Company Port Washington Long Island

Christmas Observances In Muscatine Churches

Churches across Muscatine plan Christmas observances starting tomorrow with vesper services at 4 50 pm at the First Congregational church and continuing through evening services. Sunday school programs, choir concerts, and carol services will be held in many houses of worship citywide.

Muscatine

Death of Fletcher G Rice, 72, Chicago railroad inspector

Fletcher G. Rice aged 72, chief inspector or general inspector of transportation for the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad, died at his Chicago home. He had served the line since 1863 in various capacities, with his son Robert Hite of St Louis as general superintendent of Missouri Lines.

Aroll Chicago Fletcher G. Rice Chicana Burlington and Quacy Railroad Comepany Robert Hite St. Louis Sus Miesourd Tines

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