Judge reduces three assessments in Lane estate case
Objection to the assessment was made by Judge D W Jackson as executor of the Lane estate. R S Jackson appeared as his attorney. By agreement the assessment against Elmer C Nichols’s property was reduced to 4000 with costs taxed against the plaintiff. Assessments for Gena Cook and Sara Marie Cook dropped from 5000 to 4500. Matthew Westrate represented the plaintiffs. Fishburn and Fishburn were city attorneys in the cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. Jackson
Lane
R. S. Jackson
Elmer C. Nichols
Gena Cook
Sara Marie Cook
Matthew Westrate
Fishburn
Rittenhouse Anniversary Observed Quietly at Home
Mr and Mrs J E Rittenhouse of 1019 Park avenue celebrate their fifty fifth wedding anniversary at home due to Mrs Rittenhouse ill health. The couple married in Winfield Indiana and lived in Muscatine for years. They have eight of ten children living namely A F Lyons Orville C Milo Lois Chatfield Ralph Vern Herman Dwight. nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Rittenhouse
Park Avenue
Muscatine
Rittenhouse
A. F. Lyons
Orville C
Milo
Lois Chatfield
Ralph
Vern
Toledo
Ohio
Herman
Rapid City
S. D
Dwight
Post Falls
Idaho
Mrs Harris Hosts Rosetta Wagner Holiday Party
Mrs W K Harris hosted a holiday party at 2001 2 Ash Street Monday night to honor Miss Rosetta Wagner of Denver Colo a former local resident. Bridge was played at three tables with luncheon appointments and holiday decorations. Other guests included Mrs Henry Schaffer of Maywood IL and Dorothy Adams a junior high school instructor in Iowa City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harris
Rosetta Wagner
W. K. Harris
Ash Street
Denver
Colo
Miss Wagner
Henry Schaffer
Maywood
Dorothy Adams
Iowa City
Post-Nuptial Shower Honors Mrs Richard
Miss LaVada Schmelzer entertained at a post-nuptial shower Monday evening in honor of Mrs Chester A Richard at the Richard home 218 West Third street Twenty one guests attended. Decorations in pink and green complemented the tray luncheon. Mrs Richard was formerly Lillian Hagerman of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard
LaVada Schmelzer
Chester A. Richard
West Third Street
Lillian Hagerman
Christmas Selections Featured In Recital At Maple Grove
Miss Flora J. Manlove presented junior pupils in a holiday recital at Miss Louise Redman’s Maple Grove road home on Monday. The program included piano and vocal solos with Christmas carols closing the event. A box luncheon and social hour followed. The Musserville Methodist church Ladies Aid will not meet Wednesday afternoon due to New Year’s. next meeting is January 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flora J. Manlove
Louise Redman
Maple Grove Road
Ladies’ Aid Society
Musserville Methodist Episcopal Church
Minnie Scott Funeral at Presbyterian Church
Funeral services for Miss Minnie Scott will be held at the Presbyterian church at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. J. A. Saathoff. Burial will be in Oakridge cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie Scott
Presbyterian Church
J. A. Saathoff
Oakridge Cemetery
New Year Celebrations Across Continents Highlight Muscatine Traditions
The article surveys New Year customs from Muscatine to Europe and New York. It notes hospitality in the south, lavish meals, and gifts in France, quiet services in England, and Scots revelry. It traces origins to Roman beliefs and Dutch New Year practices in America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
America
South
Europe
England
France
Germany
Scotland
A Christmas Carol Returns to the Parlour
The excerpt shows old Joe and others inviting Scrooge into the parlour marking a continuation of the tale. Doubtful meeting places and rustic humor reflect the story's tone as Dickensian dialogue unfolds. The scene promises further development as the chapter continues.
Court approves sale of property in Talley v Temple partition
District Court records show referee Ralph G. Tipton's report on the sale and distribution of property in the Thomas Talley versus Jesse Temple partition suit was approved by Judge W. W. Scott on Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph G. Tipton
Thomas Talley
Jesse Temple
W. W. Scott
J. D. Warnock Sought in Tri-City Search
J. D. Warnock, about 70, of Rock Island, disappeared from his Second avenue home on December 24 after leaving a barbershop. He is 6 feet 2 inches, with gray hair, glasses, and a dark overcoat. A $150 reward is offered for information leading to his whereabouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tri-city
J. D. Warnock
Second Avenue
Rock Island
Mr. Warnock
County Treasurer Collects $8,500 in Auto Licenses
Frances Rosenbaum, county treasurer, and staff issued 500 car and 54 truck licenses on Monday, totaling 8500 in fees. The week’s close shows 354 more registrations than last year, with 5180 licenses issued by noon Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Rosenbaum
Rosenbaum
Police Request Information On Missing Individual
Authorities in Davenport and Rock Island urge the public to call with any information about a missing person referred to as him. The notice emphasizes contacting police for tips or updates regarding the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Rock Island
Farms and Muscatine City Property Investments for Sale
Investment notice lists property in Muscatine and farm assets for sale under TITUS LOAN at 213 pm Ave. The brief notes a sale listing with parcels and investment opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
On Farms
Muscatine City
Titus Loan A
Ave
Funeral services for Louisa Finke scheduled at home
Funeral services for Louisa Wilhelmina Finke will be held at 2 o clock Thursday afternoon at the home 514 East Second street Reverend G H Krueger of the Protestant Evangelical church will officiate Burial will be in Greenwood cemetery The body will remain at the Wittsich Funeral Home until Wednesday afternoon when it will be moved to the home
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisa Wilhelmina Finke
East Second Street
G. H. Krueger
Protestant Evangelical Church
Greenwood Cemetery
Wittich Funeral Home
Funeral rites held for 10 year old Jeanette Brookhart
Funeral services for Jeanette Brookhart 10 daughter of James and Alice Webb Brookhart were held at United Brethren church at 1 pm Monday. Rev Ira Hawley officiated with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery Cranston. Pallbearers included J W Lewis R A Lewis Warren King and Donald Knickerson. Jeanette survived by her parents and grandparents Mrs J W Lewis and Mrs Cora Lewis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeanette Brookhart
James
Alice Webb Brookhart
Rock Island
United Brethren Church
Ira Hawley
Oak Grove
Cranston
J. W. Lewis
R. A. Lewis
Warren King
Donald Knickerson
Jeanette
Cora Lewis
Bessie Sopher Granted Divorce From Dwight Sopher
Bessie Sopher was granted a divorce from Dwight Sopher for cruelty and may use her maiden name Bessie Zeahringer. The decree signed by Judge W W Scott Monday afternoon was unopposed. Alimony includes the household goods at 507 Grandview avenue. Hanley and Hanley represented the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Sopher
Dwight Sopher
Bessie Zeahringer
W. W. Scott
Probate Notice of Will of George E Cottrel
The District Court of Muscatine County Iowa opened the last will and testament of George E Cottrel deceased on December 16 1929 with hearing set for January 12 1930 at the January Term. Any interested party may appear to show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. E C Erwin Clerk H C Madden Attorney. Also listings of sewing and poultry for sale appear in the same notice section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Iowa
Muscatine County
District Court
Said County
George E. Cottrel
A. D
Muscatine
E. C. Erwin
H. C. Madden
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W. M
Woodstock
C. H. Leu
West Second
Stierneman’s
Ratcliff’s
Sterneman’s
Bethel A. M. E. Church
Helmet Gum and Mint Corporation
F. J. Schafer
E. P. Hall
Walker and Windman
Albert Cook
F. C. Shinabarger
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Red Rock Cockoe
C. W. Harus
Rock Roosters
Wilton
Lucas
Paris
London
Titus Loan & Investment Co
Whippet
Ford Tudor
Chevrolet
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Banker Auto CO
Salez
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J. M. Brockway
Joe Eisele
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Oak Street
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Minois City
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Port Ave
Tate
George M. Hendrickson
Elizabeth P. Hendrickson
Columbus Junction
Gladwin
Hampshire
Aera
Geo. M
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Paul and
Jake
Gladwin Ladies’ Aid
M. & W. Chevrolet Company
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George McMan
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