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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1908
Page
4
Community items list visits and travel notices for Muscatine area residents. Names include Ny and Mrs D Parsons Letts visiting Muscatine, W 8 Leach leaving for Davenport, George Schwartz Fulham Avenue and others heading to Davenport or Buffalo for short visits. Local merchants advertise candy, meat, flour and lawn waists.
People interested in Bible study in District No 12 are asked to meet tomorrow at 3 PM at the home of Mrs Henry Jayne 1402 Mulberry Avenue.
The family of Mrs. M Nietzel expresses sincere thanks to friends neighbors and the ladies of the German Lutheran Aid society for acts of kindness and sympathy during their sad bereavement Also thanks Banner Lodge for prompt payment
Representatives from nearly all labor unions in New Orleans charged with violating the Sherman Act. The action targets labor organizing and collective bargaining activities amid tensions between unions and local businesses. Authorities claim unlawful restraint of trade and collusion in wage agreements.
Vorwaerts Turn-Verein announces the dedication of the new Turner hall, formerly Shammo hall, on Thursday evening February 20. The program includes Pauchet Orchestra, L C Lenck welcomes, Davenport Turners gymnastic exhibition, Evangeline Begey violin, Natalie Heitz guitar, Louis Heitz violin, speeches by L C Lenck and William Krombach, Maennerchor selections, and a closing instrumental and declamation. Dancing to follow.
The Sunday school convention of the Re organized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Eastern Iowa district opened at Leverich Hall with delegates from Waterloo Center Junction Anamosa Fulton Baldwin Marion and others attending. District secretary Mrs John P Wier opened sessions and C G Dykes was elected chairman. Reports from Waterloo Fulton Green Valley Baldwin Clinton and Marion schools were noted as excellent with Muscatine showing strong local results. The Muscatine school has twenty two pupils in two classes. A second business session was held this afternoon and a literary program and social hour planned for this evening. The Eastern Iowa district conference will meet tomorrow at 10 am with a morning business session and 7 45 pm address by a visiting minister plus special services and sermons on Sunday. Delegates listed include Robert Smith Waterloo Mrs E Greene Center Junction Mrs John Wier Center Junction Rev Warren Turner Anamosa William Stoll Fulton Richard Nabb Baldwin Rev J B Wildermuth Baldwin and others expected.
Funeral services for M. O. Stanwood, who died in Iowa City, were held this afternoon at 2 o clock at the Friends church in Bloomington township. Interment followed in the Friends cemetery.
The House Committee on Military Affairs recommended about a twenty seven percent pay rise for Army and Marine enlistments. The Committee on Banking and Currency tabled all currency commission proposals. The Fowler bill will be taken up Monday for reporting consideration.
The Sterling bill expands federal employee protection by providing automatic compensation for life injury, with payments tenfold the worker’s current annual rate. It covers claim filings, accident reports, fraud penalties, and insists the United States cannot contract away liability. Applies to accidents after July 1, 1908. President Roosevelt supports a self-operating system to avoid individual lawsuits.
In Creston Iowa on February 14 Mrs Belle Taylor and her two sons were arrested after the husband was found murdered last night. The coroner said there is no evidence tying them to the death and they will be held for further investigation.
Bloomington residents Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Wood and Miss Lillie Hoopes attended Walker R. Hoopes's funeral in Muscatine on Monday. Mrs. Ed Rynearson is reported much improved. Elsie Jones and Arthur Freers of Muscatine visited Mrs. Marie Hoopes. Ice hauling is finished and farmers are pleased with their ice stores. Tena Schweitzer visits Jake Gettert in Sweetland township. North Star Lyceum drew a crowded house with a fine program Friday night.
A syndicate led by J. P. Morgan & Co First National Bank National City Bank and Harvey Fisk and Sons bid for the New York City 4 percent bonds totaling fifty million dollars at 103.377 for forty seven million and 100.377 for three million. Many smaller bids appeared at higher prices than the syndicate offer.
February 14 update from Pine Mills records a Fairport caller and Rev. Carwill visiting from Illinois. Mentions include M. E. church revival meetings, Roy Hartman’s Iowa City visit, Anna Daniels and Elsie Irwin visiting Muscatine, Ora Welsch’s return from home, Mary Welsch’s illness, N. Dusenberry’s Chicago trip, Mrs. W Stagers visiting her father A. Henke, and poor local roads impacting travel.
Miss Lena Wiggers employed at McKee and Bliven Button Co in South Muscatine sustained a severe laceration to her right hand when it slipped in the wheels of an automatic machine last evening around five o clock. Dr. E B Fulham was summoned to dress the wound.
LaFollette Republicans from Wisconsin's first district met in Janesville to plan district organization for LA Follette delegates to the national convention. The secret meeting focused on mobilizing support and coordinating delegate selection.
A northbound freight train derailment occurred about a mile south of Wapello Iowa at 10 am causing a five hour traffic delay. A freight car jumped the track but no injuries were reported. A wrecker was sent from Burlington to clear the line.
The Vera Smith versus Day Hendrix case seeking $15,000 damages is continued in district court. Much of the morning was devoted to reading Miss Smith's testimony from the prior trial amid a crowded courtroom and an ongoing state assault case against Hendrix.
Sunflower Ridge dated Feb 14 reports Mrs Aug Henke and her daughter Tillie involved in town news with brief note of their activities.
Hayden Hine hosted a Valentine party at the Walnut street residence with decorated parlors, music by Ethel McElroy and Nellie Stapleton, games, a valentine box, and a late Luncheon by Mrs. Will Hine. Fra ternal Bankers Reserve Sewing Society met on Lucas street with readings by Mrs. William LeMar and Lucile LeMar. Nellie Heppe hosted a Park Place Valentine party for about twenty five guests with decorations and a valentine box, followed by refreshments.
The Women's Home Missionary Society of the First Methodist Episcopal Church met at Mrs. Sarah Fox on Mulberry Avenue with about twenty five members. Mrs. J B Hunt read a paper on The White and Colored Mission Work in the South and other papers were presented. The next meeting is planned for March 12 at Mrs. W J Grady on East Second Street.
Mrs. Mary Othmer received an agreeable surprise at her Cedar Street home yesterday afternoon when members of the German Baptist church called on her to help celebrate her birthday. Refreshments were served.
Residents visited relatives in Walcott Fairport Muscatine and Sunbury. Mrs Stigers returned home with the Wikots for a few days. Addie Wunderlich visited John Kemper. John Fowler is sick. gatherings included a surprise party for Guy Patterson and several Sunday visits among the Patterson Grimm Paul and Leach families with various relatives.
Brockway and Son shipped five carloads of sheep last week. Plate glass arrives for storefronts damaged in the recent fire and workers are installing it. Revival meetings continue with about 75 converted and 25 united with the church last Sunday under Rev. Longnecker. Sam Furnas and David Parsons show slow improvement after illness. The burned district is to be rebuilt in spring. John Barkman moves to Missouri after selling his farm to Henry Verink. Local business and social visits noted including Sam Barnett, Ulric Garrett's sister, and new hires at stores.
Mrs Anna Fell of Fruitland visited the city to see relatives and take part in local social gatherings during her stay.
The Twelve to One Card club met Wednesday at East Eighth Street home of Mrs Leonard Um scheid. Mrs Richard White won first prize with progress cinch, Mrs Emil Kranz took second, and Mrs John Plate earned the consolation prize. Refreshments were served. The next meeting moves to Mrs Emil Kranz's home on February 19.
Members of the American Pat riot Sewing Society gathered yesterday afternoon at Mrs. J. E. McElroy's Mulberry avenue home. They did some sewing, then enjoyed a social time and luncheon. The next meeting is set for Feb. 20 at Mrs. Myrtle Richards's Cedar street home.
London reports a near break in the European Macedonian accord as Germany signals divergence on Turkish demands and Russia Austria Hungary rail plans test alliance. Observers warn any official rupture could worsen the Macedonian issue and risk a broader near east crisis amid railroad concession contests.
Mrs. Geo Dittmer is convalescing after illness and nurse discharge. Chas Liebke hosted a birthday gathering. Sale at Jno Goering's drew a large crowd with all items selling well. Jer zen Riessen plans to relocate to Walcott. Masked ball in Stockton attracted 600 to 700 tickets. Gus Puck and Lueders changed homes.
Hazel Dell notes a flurry of visits from Prince, Illinois City, Buffalo Prairie and Muscatine residents. Henry Bridgford and family travel to John Vanatta’s. Oscar Peterson sells 84 hogs at 4.25. Will Fisher plans move to Oklahoma. Lizzie Reed injures wrist. Charley Mewes and others deliver hogs. Charles Vanatta worsens. Mrs. Fisher’s relatives visit Muscatine. Powells visit Vanatta.
Members of the Mite Sewing society enjoyed a cordial afternoon at Mrs C J Hackett’s East Fourth street home. After sewing sessions, refreshments were served and plans for the next meeting at Mrs Rogers 507 East Eighth street on Thursday Feb 27 were announced.
Miss Ada Fowler of East Eighth Street entertained a large group of friends at her home last evening with a valentine party. Rooms were decorated with cut flowers greenery and hearts. Guests enjoyed games a brief musical program and refreshments served afterwards.
The Mercy and Help Sewing Society gathered yesterday afternoon at Mrs. J Hoeffin’s home 144 Newell Avenue. The event featured a Valentine distribution and a short musical program followed by refreshments.
Miss Marguerite Rockwell of 915 Mulberry Avenue will entertain the A B C girls at her residence this evening. The social gathering marks a cordial local affair with the host welcoming the group to her home.
E O Burnside of Muscatine is building a new kitchen on his farm rented by Charley Pantel. While making ice for Henry Hawn Emmerson Moore lost a valuable horse Tuesday. G W Pelton left Monday for Columbus Junction where he purchased a fine work horse.
Auction Tuesday February 18 1908 at 1344 Sherman Street Muscatine for a parlor suite chairs bedsteads tables heaters cookstoves garden tools roping gear sleigh buggy grindstones bees and other items. Sale begins at 1 oclock Capt Peto auctioneer.
Auction set for Tuesday February 18 at 10 a m six miles north of Muscatine and six miles south of Wilton. Items include 7 horses 2 milch cows 14 feeding steers weighing 1100 pounds each 13 two year old steers 115 hogs 2500 bushels of corn hay farm implements and additional articles. James E Hickey.
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