Year in Sport World Sees New Champions Emerge
A survey of 1909 highlights rising stars in athletics with Sheridan and Lunghi noted as top performers. Danvers and Daniels shine in swimming, Kramer's cycling prominence continues, Cobb leads the American League, and Larned secures his fifth tennis title. Yale dominates college football. Notre Dame and Illinois excel in other tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Republic
Martin J. Sheridan
Emilio Lunghi
America
Charlies M. Daniels
Frank Kramer
Hans Wagner
National League
Ty Cobb
William A. Larned
Hackett
Alexander
Thomas Hueston
Alfred de Oro
Calvin Demarest
Robert Gardner
George Sareent
Dorothy Campbell
England
United States
Yale
Harvard
Notre Dame
Illinois
Missouri
Grinnell
Drake
Iowa
Chick’’ Evans
Harry G. Legg
William Sheehan
Three Killed and Forty Three Hurt in Wreck
A Rock Island train derailment left three dead and 43 injured. Passengers escaped by breaking windows as flames engulfed chair and tourist cars. Rescue teams saved many, including David Siegel who lost an arm after directing water to douse the fire. Nichols Ia resident Mrs. Anna Schallenberger, 79, aided others despite injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Shallenberger
Nichols
Fannies Schamer
Carterville
Fred Harvey
Chicago
W. J. Millis
Edward Davis
Floyd Lefre
Cook
Claudiane Descendown
Marysville
Kan
M. Porpuil
Parkersburg
David Siegel
Cleveland
Rock Island
Leiningeer
Pullman
Eceo
Dr. Adsir
Stonx Falls
Clemens
Anna Schalienberger
William Flynn
Gertrude Barner
Flynn
Wisconsin
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Promotion
The ad promotes Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as a remedy for indigestion constipation lack of appetite and bilious feelings. It claims the tablets invigorate the stomach and liver and strengthen digestion, promising pleasing results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Partridge Wyandotte Champion Wins Big At Iowa Show
Rev Thomas Osborn dominates the Iowa Poultry and Pet Stock show at Des Moines Coliseum. He collects two silver cups and multiple special awards in the Partridge Wyandotte class, besting strong competition including his own birds. He also earned first cock in the National Show at St Louis in December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Osborn
Iowa Poultry and
Des Moines
Osborn
National
Partridge Wyandotte Club of America
St. Louis
America
Sthcock
Yeoman Lodge Plans Supreme Officer Visit
Yeoman Lodge held a well attended meeting last evening and arranged the installation of officers for January 14. An effort will be made to bring a supreme officer of the order to town at that time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeoman Lodge
German M. E. Church Weekday Services
Sunday school at 9 15 a m. preaching at 10 30 a m. Epworth League at 7 p m. preaching at 7 30 p m led by Rev. W C Schultze pastor.
Fraternal Aid Association initiates three new members
The Fraternal Aid Association met last evening and initiated three members while balloting on one applicant for membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraternal Aid Association
Records of 1990s Sport Marks Set Across Hurdles and Throws
A compilation lists athletic records with specifics for indoor hurdle events, weight throwing, discus, shot putting, and swimming. Notable names include J J Flanagan, P McDonald, M J Sheridan, Ralph Ross, and C M Daniels, with venues Celtic Park New York San Francisco and dates in February July August September October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Smithson
San Francisco
Cal
J. J. Eller
Celtic Park
N. Y
J. J. Flanagan
N Y
New Haven
P. McDonald
New York City
Ralph Ross
M. J. Sheridan
Montreal
Can
Bath
C .M. Daniels
Pittsburg
Cascar ets promise bowel and liver relief in 10c box
An advertisement touts Cascaret s as a remedy for bad bowels and liver with a week's treatment. It claims many headaches and tired bodies result from bowel issues and highlights widespread sales of Cascarets, billed as the biggest seller worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cascarets
Amateur and Professional Bicycle Racing Events listed
The record lists multiple bicycle races across distances from 1 to 100 miles with times and locations. Notable names include Percy Lawrence Vailsburg and Jerome Steinert Salt Lake City Rye Beach N Y. Times range from 0:16 for time trials to 53:20 for 20 miles and 5:23 for 100 miles with events in Salt Lake City Daytona Beach Andover New York City and Cleveland among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy Lawrence
Vailsburg
Hal. McCormack
Salt Lake City
Edward Mayer
Wright Brodbeck
F. L. Valiant
Daytona
Fla
Jerome Steinert
Rye Beach
N. Y
Valley Stream
Jesse R. Pike
Iver Lawson
Aue
Peter Drobach
Vailsbure
Wrey Hill
F. L. Kramer
E. A. Pye
S. Williams
Williams
Ray Duer
Los Angeles
Calif
New York
Brown
Benz
Ormond
Strang
Fiat
Indianapolis
Christie
Lozier
Brighton Beach
Buick
Riverhead
L. I
Hamburg Belle
Cleveland
Robert Clauzhen
Brooklyn
N. Tr
Emilo Lunghi
Celtic Park
Montreal
Can
H. L. Trube
New York City
G. V. Bonhag
G. V. Benhag
Jeffries and Gotch to Highlight Davenport Exhibition
Prominent boxing and wrestling figures including Jeffries Gotch Roller Berger and Jac Cormick head a three act athletic show in Davenport. An Afternoon in Training Camp features shadow boxing and sparring with a six man line up including Gotch and Roller. Vaudeville interludes accompany the performances expected to draw a large Tri Cities crowd.
Croup Remedy Advised For Quick Home Care
A notice urges parents to keep Chamberlain's Cough Remedy on hand and treat the first sign of croup promptly. It warns even brief delays in seeking care can endanger a child and claims the remedy is pleasant and always cures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Kid Herman to Meet Rubber Kid in Local Exhibition
Kid Herman schedules an exhibition bout with Rubber Kid of Minneapolis at the Eagles' home tonight. The Moscow clash Wednesday saw Herman take two of three throws, with Rubber Kid favored to win as supporters await the bout and a small admission fee is charged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kid Herman
Minneapolis
Eagles
Herman
Lad
Moscow
Pearl City
Mr and Mrs Tobias Host Card Party
A pleasant evening of card games was held at the home of Mr and Mrs W F Tobias on Green Street. High five and old maid provided amusement with prizes awarded to Mrs F D Height and John Weisse, among others. The next gathering is set for January 15 at 204 West Second Street hosted by Mr and Mrs F D Height.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Betzold
John 4A. Weisse
J. W. Nestlebush
F. D. Height
William Mclain
Florence Weisse
H. J. Smith
Tohn Weisse
Florence Wesse
George Bet
Westrate
Matthew Westrate
Woodlaw Avenue
Miss Wildrea Leneepterteine Hosts Dance for Friends
A social gathering at 418 Pire etre features Miss Wildrea Leneepterteine hosting a first evening dance and luncheon in honor of her brother Teal Lone ood hic wife, with local entertainers providing music and entertainment for attendees from the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wildrea
Rennte Otter
Teal
Chiearn
Local social event hosted by Edward Roach societies
A brief social note describes guests gathered at Edward Roach’s home on Sixth Street for an amusing evening of entertainment. The party featured various elements of the week’s events and entertained attendees with practical jokes and music while highlighting the host’s hospitality and Mulberry Avenue venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weaver
Edward Roach
Divorce discussion at Mother's club meeting
Attorney H. D. Horst will preside at a Mother’s Club meeting held Monday afternoon at 307 East Fourth Street, discussing the divorce pr ogram. The program includes a paper on Merry Making in the home by Mrs. Iscott, reading by Mrs. Samuels, and music by Miss K Critz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mother’s Club
T. Downer
East Fourth Stree
H. D. Horst
J. N.lcott
B. Samuels
K Critz
Wedding Reception Honors Newlywed McKee Couple
A reception was hosted today at Mrs. L. McKee home in Conesville for Mr. and Mrs. L R McKee who wed last Thursday. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs G L McKee and Mr. and Mrs Ralph Tipton. An oyster supper followed with about sixty guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. McKef
L. McKee
Conesville
L. R. McKee
G. L. McKee
Ralf Tipton
Chip Entertain At 6 Clock Dinner
Chief of Police Natta hosted a 6 o'clock dinner for his department at which an exceptionally large turkey featured prominently. The informal gathering proved a delightful evening with officers enjoying the event.
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Natta
Dinner party by the Misses Bell at 16 East Third Street
Misses Alberta and Della Bell hosted a 7 o'clock dinner last evening for fourteen guests at their home 16 East Third Street. The four course repast was followed by games and music as they celebrated the coming new year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Della Bell
East Third Street
New Year’s Ball Sven Held by Mystic Drill Team
About seventy five people attended the New Year’s ball given last evening at Assembly Hall by the Mystic Workers drill team. The event featured dancing and enjoyable time for all. Dealing’s orchestra provided the music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mysticdrill
Assembly Hall
Mystic Workers
Orchetra
Elamate New Year’s Dinner at Vetter Home
Mr and Mrs Edward Vetter entertain fifteen friends at their 720 Park residence for a New Year’s dinner. The meal was followed by social time and a pleasant gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elamate
Vetter
Edward Vetter
Park Avelal
Subscription Dance At Launch Club Delights Attendees
A lively subscription dance at the Launch Club attracted a large crowd. Couples danced to Koontz Orchestra tunes as old and new dances swapped in. Miss ZeY Hatrepich Hurress hosted twenty five guests each evening, with later social time and a midnight supper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Azer Haifleich
Twenton
Hetoe
Holly
Nyster
Mr. Ani and Wife Nearing End of Stay
Fragmentary OCR note shows a household headline about Mr. Ani and a spouse or companion nearing completion of a stay or residence arrangement. No clear dates or locations are readable.
Program Thursday Friday Saturday and Sunday Dec 30 81 Jan 1
The item lists four days of events spanning Thursday through Sunday from December 30 to January 1. It suggests a period schedule or program of activities without detailed event names.
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Wittich Bros
East 2Nd Street
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Suitorium
Carl Koontz and
Arleigh Freeman
West Second St
Rev. Osborn
Ridge Wyandotte
Class—Prize
C. M. Danie
Muscatine Fuel Co
H. Kessels
Oak Street
Runnin
Dain Ahearn
Becton
Mass
Standine Iumn
Adams
Jeff
Davenpor
AL Star
Ay Moline
Davenport
Rubber Kid
Beagle Hall
MAPV
Waprtiv Fytertss
Cocit
Mis
Chip
Force
Misses Bell
Ofice Force
MR. and
Mrs. Vetter
Fred C. Vetter
Berry Avenue
Launch Club
Koontz
MR. Ani
Ynon
William
Narvis
Memletub
Nichoy
Wilton
Faileg
Agnts Winnj
Adents
Crese
Pamil Theatre
C. W. Brockman, Mer
Great la Varre & Co
Eugene Willard
Dale & Kendall
Slater Clyde Brockman
Family Theatre Orchestra
Cook, Musser & Go. State Bank
Vy. M. Musser
Ww. E. Bliven
S. B. Cook
C. Coo
C. Stocket
Mngr
Collins Lumber
Muscatine
Bell
Miss. Valley
OfAe
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