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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
4
Several city residents depart for Davenport Moline Sea ton Oakville and Pine Mills for short visits and future moves. Shoppers are urged to try Bestenlehner drug store and the new barber shop at 417 Mulberry. Local news covers departures of Mrs Fell Mrs Bartlett Miss Reeves and others to various destinations.
Clarence Murphy a Muscatine man married Miss Cleo Reay of Chicago Illinois in a Tuesday ceremony in Chicago Rev C O McDowell of St Aloysius Catholic church performed the marriage witnessed by many friends Murphy formerly lived on East Hill and worked at Huttigs factory and Star Lumber in Chicago as an auditor in sales East Hill locals note visits and departures of several residents including Mrs Harvey Ressler Clara Baker George Rice Harry Lacey and Mrs Ed Morrow with rheumatism improving at home in East Fourth street Columbus Junction
The Maccabees held a meeting with many present and planned next Tuesday’s gathering when State Commander Lee of Des Moines will attend. Officers installed include E T Allen past commander, E G O’Brien commander, J W Hahn record keeper, H H Fack finance keeper, H M Kindler chaplain, H B Terry sergeant, Christ Klopp master at arms, Thomas F Gleason first M of G, H H Tadewald second M of G, L B Coggshall sentinel, Ira G Carney picket.
In Omaha Perry A Yeast a cattle man on trial for conspiracy to defraud the government in land entries was found guilty and recommended for clemency by the jury. In Washington Justice Day refused Cooke of Chicago a writ of error and enforced a sentence of one to five years for conspiring to obtain public funds by fraud.
In Bonesteel M D January 9 a fight at Fairfax between ex sheriff John Dettman of Crawford county Iowa and ex sheriff George Taylor ended with Dettman shooting Taylor through the neck. Taylor died almost instantly. The feud between the men fueled the confrontation.
Ada L. Erskine of 33 East Main Street Battle Creek Michigan reports dramatic weight loss after using Rengo. She dropped from 237 to 197 pounds and reduced her waist and bust measurements. She praises the product and urges others to write for trial packages while noting availability through Detroit and Muscatine druggists.
Huttig Manufacturing Company completed the foundation of a new boiler plant and will install three 200 horsepower boilers with a guaranteed pressure of 1590 psi. Boilers are expected in three to four days and brickwork will begin immediately. The aim is to be ready to steam by February 1. The plant will be among the finest in the region.
Miss Ferness visited Montpelier and Mrs. John Henke. Quarterly and graveyard association meetings were held. Central phone office overseen by Jas. Metz. Protracted meetings began. Various locals listed visiting, illness, and events including a Megee home dance and a Muscatine visit by G. D. Baker.
A teachers examination for county uniform certificates will be held at Professor Leverich's School on January 29 30 and 31. The notice lists dates and venue for aspiring teachers to qualify.
A. M. Galles to erect a $30,000 vaudeville theatre on Third street Muscatine to open September 1. The 900-seat fireproof building will feature stone and brick construction 120 by 60 feet with balcony dress circle and box seats. Interior decor exceeds $2,000 with five dressing rooms and a 32 by 32 foot stage. Galles plans to make Muscatine his home and aims to host premier acts from across the United States.
Frank B Bitzer died this afternoon at his Muscatine home after three weeks of typhoid fever. Born February 11, 1869, he had lived in Muscatine since birth and married Julia Daiber in 1892. He leaves his wife, daughter Jessie, his parents, two sisters, and a brother, with funeral arrangements not yet made. He was a member of A O U W and Eagle Lodge No. 10.
Chester Gullettes appeal from a first degree murder conviction for the death of his sweetheart Grace Brown of South Otselic Chenango County was argued this afternoon before the New York Court of Appeals in Albany.
Bombay reports the Bank of Bombay raised its discount rate from 7 to percent today.
Evangelistic Union plans to invite William Jennings Bryan to speak at the Sunday tabernacle with a backup plan to invite Governor Hoch of Kansas if Bryan cannot attend. The group declined Governor Hanly due to travel issues from Indiana.
A list of Friday morning prayer meetings at various homes across wards. Locations include Mrs J T Martins First Ward, Mrs E F Collins Second Ward at TowAvenue, Mrs J R Ellis Third Ward, Old Ladies Home Mulberry Ave, Mrs G S Pitch forth Fourth Ward. Leaders named for each group.
Senator La Follette of Wisconsin wins consent to resign from the committee on military affairs. A congressional lottery in the House assigned rooms in the new office building to nonhead members, with 333 members participating and few absentees. Blindfolded page drew marbles indicating seat numbers. the House adjourned until tomorrow.
A woman with severe heart trouble credits coffee avoidance and Postum with her recovery. She describes weakness, nervous prostration, and recovery after switching to Postum, noting weight gain and elimination of headaches. The Postum Co. of Battle Creek provided the testimonial.
Mrs. Noah B. Tutt of Muscatine died at 209 West Fifth Street shortly after 7 this morning from dropsy. Aged 72, she had lived in the city over 50 years after marrying Noah B. Tutt in 1854. Survived by her husband, three children preceded in death. funeral plans pending.
The Dorcas society met at Mrs. William Negley’s home on East Eleventh street and elected officers for the year. President Mrs. Philip Kopp, Vice President Mrs. Jane Barnard, Secretary Mrs. Laura Wickey, Treasurer Mrs. Jake Martin. Flower Committee Mrs. Henry Harris, Merchandise Committee Mrs. William Negley. Next meeting in two weeks at Mrs. Chas Heller’s home on Mulberry avenue.
Martha Sandler wed Hiram Bloomer last evening at 8 o clock in South Muscatine. Rev George Meier officiated at the German Lutheran church in a ceremony attended by immediate relatives. A wedding supper followed and the couple will establish a home on a farm in Bloomington township.
At twelve o'clock this noon at the Baptist parsonage the marriage of Elmer Trader of Savannah Ill and Miss Grace Swartz of Mt Carrill was performed by Rev Judson Kempton. The couple, friends of the minister,left this afternoon for Savannah Ill to begin their home.
A. K. Baldwin and Miss Emma Mills were married this afternoon at 3:30 by Justice J. C. Coster in Eliza Illinois. The couple will establish their home near Eliza.
The Methodist Ladies plan an all day sewing session at the church starting tomorrow at 10 o clock. New members are asked to attend and contribute toward the noon picnic dinner.
The Ladies' Aid society met at Mrs. W. J. Vanatta's home on East Fifth Street to organize a reception at the church Friday evening January 1. The group discussed arrangements and duties for the event.
The Argus lodge Iowa Legion of Honor held an installation of officers at their hall last evening. A large number attended and, after the business meeting, a social time followed for all participants.
Members of the A. G. L. club were entertained Tuesday evening at Miss Laura Porter’s home on East Sixth Street. The event featured an enjoyable program followed by refreshments.
Colonel Hare Circle will hold a regular meeting Friday evening at seven o'clock with Officers to be installed by Commander Munroe officiating. All members of the post are invited to attend.
The First Baptist Church women plan a sewing day at the church tomorrow. A reception for new members will run from 2 until 4 o'clock.
The devotional committee of the Y W C A will meet at the association rooms on Friday evening promptly at 6 30 o clock.
The San Francisco appellate court released ex mayor Eugene E K Schmitz from custody and voided the indictment on extortion charges. The ruling may also impact Abe Ruef’s case.
The Miriam Aid Society met yesterday afternoon at Mrs. Ellen Ashcrafts home on East Third street. Officers elected were President Mrs. J. D. Fulham Vice President Mrs. George Sher berger Secretary Miss Minnie Porter and Treasurer Mrs. C. A. Giesenhaus. A three course supper was served and the next meeting will be at Miss Sarah Bilkeys home in two weeks.
Davenport visitor G Raben called in Laurel Hill on Saturday while Henry Angerer from Muscatine was a recent caller. Maude and Vera Cummings left for Muscatine to visit cousin Mrs. Fred Peutzer. Clarence Fulton visited relatives with Carl Fulton of Wilton. Chas Bailey is recovering from grip. Local residents, sales, and visits noted among residents.
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