Railway Timetable Highlights From Early 1907 Schedule
The Rock Island system timetable lists trains in effect June 9, 1907 with eastbound No 12 and No 4 from Davenport to Chicago and southwest routes including No 8 California Special and No 89 Local Freight. Wilton Muscatine branch trains operate daily except Sunday under agent W S Underdonk and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul lines show passenger and freight services with several named trains and timings.
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Rock Island System
Davenport
Chicago
California
Washington, Oskaloosa
Kansas City
Ft. Worth
Preis
W. S. Underdonk
Chicago, Milwaukee & ST. Paul Railway
Muscatine Rail Schedule Fragments and Connections
A page fragment lists multiple train numbers and times for Muscatine North and South routes. It notes daily and weekend service patterns, connections at Elrick Junction and Wapello, and cross-lines with Iowa Central and C., R11 & P. services.
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Paty
Ohio
Ania
Delis
Ccsa
Muscatine North
Muscatine
Seeseseeees
Houng House
Hahn's Switch
Prattiand
Sseeessseeeess
Siliam Ev, Gamgvvlow
Wapello
Elpick Junction
Moncay
Y- North
Muscatine Ceesvee
L- Bec
Vraitiaoa Ccvceses
le Grandview
Wapeilo Ccceeec
Hlvice
Seacto Cee
cSm
Os Bond House
Miata Oan Ae
Moras
Frotrinmd
Sceee
Leiricz Junction
Iowa Central
Sivick Junction
Wapelle
Carnival City Packet Co Schedule For Weekdays Sundays
Carnival City Packet Co operates the White Collar Line steamers Helen Blair and Columbia with daily weekday sailings to Davenport at 6 30 a m and Sunday sailings to Davenport. A Burlington service runs on weekdays at 8 30 p m arriving in Burlington at 9 15 am next day. Freight and passenger service advertised with contact W G Block Co agents and W A Blair as manager.
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Carnival City Packet Co
White Collar Line
Helen Blair
Columbia
Davenport
Burlington
W.G. Block CO
W. A. Blair
Mgr
Local News Notes and Visits at Muscatine
Local items report Mrs H Mitler visiting relatives in Davenport and Mrs Henry Liebbe departing for Davenport. Typhoid fever confines Samuel Montgomery. J A Knight recovering from typhoid. Many residents visit chautauqua in Muscatine and return home.
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H. Mitler
Davenport
Henry Liebbe
Henry Liebbe, Sr
Wilton Fair Races Planned for September 17 19
Wilton Fair officers have arranged races to be held September 17 18 and 19 with a heavy premium list. A booklet detailing the program rules and premiums is being distributed across Scott Muscatine and Johnson counties. Entries close at 6 pm with chief marshal. Children’s day events start Tuesday with stock judging in the morning and races in the afternoon.
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Wilton Fair Association
Scott
Muscatine
Johnson Counties
Tourists at War Fire Upon Glidden Run Near Pittsburg
Glidden tour car from Canton to Pittsburg was attacked by unseen shooters along a rough 125 mile stretch near Darlington. The Cleveland and Chicago occupants were uninjured though a 38 caliber bullet struck the tonneau.
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Pittsburg
Canton
Darlington
Charles Jardin
R. H. Tucker
A. D. MacLaithlan
Cleveland
F. L. Esty
Chicago
Mt Pleasant Man in Muscatine Delays Overnight Trip
Everett Beckwith son of the late Captain W Beckwith of Mt Pleasant Iowa was in Muscatine this afternoon with a friend from Aurora Illinois. They traveled by Ford runabout in rainy weather and were forced to stop and leave the car in a local garage. Beckwith had come from Chicago to Clinton yesterday and plans to return for his machine next week.
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Everett Beckwith
Captain W. Beckwith
Mt. Pleasant
Iowa
Muscatine
Aurora
Illinois
Mr. Beckwith
Chicago
Clinton
McGwigan Named Bellevue Hospital Superintendent
Miss Maude McGwigan former Muscatine girl will fill the vacancy caused by Mrs. Barnes resignation at Bellevue Hospital. Barnes departed for Louisville Kentucky. McGwigan has postgraduate nursing training from New York City Polyclinic Hospital and recent service at Cleveland Grants Hospital. She is niece of Prof. W F Chevalier, longtime city schools superintendent.
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Barnes
Bellevue Hospital
Louisville
Maude McGwigan
Polyclinic Hospital
New York City
Grant's Hospital
Cleveland
Miss McGwigan
W. F. Chevalier
Muscatine Boy Locates Here Dr Klaffenbach Opens Practice
Friends and public learn Dr Klaffenbach has decided to locate in Muscatine. He has equipped rooms over Leysen's shoe store and is ready to serve. He was a meritorious student with excellent college work and deserved practice.
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Arthur Klaffenbach
Dr. Klaffenbach
Leysen
Klaffenbach
Encampment Orders Issued For Des Moines Trip
Captain W. S. Norton and Company C will leave Rock Island depot at 6 25 Monday August 5 connect at Wilton Junction for Des Moines arrival 11 19. Return August 12 at 12 10 arrive 5 30. Militiamen join other troops for a pleasure encampment with drills in Des Moines.
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W. S. Norton
Company Co
Des Moines
Thrift
Company C
Rock Island
Wilton
Wilton Junction
Loftis Brothers Shootout in State Street Jewelry Office
Chicago July 20 Joseph S Loftis a member of Loftis Bros shot and seriously wounded his brother S T A Loftis in the private office of the firm on State street The shooting stems from a quarrel over money matters
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Chicago, Ill
Joseph S. Loftis
Loftis Bros
S. T. A. Loftis
State Street
Waterloo Gets Convention For State Baptist Union
The State Baptist Young People's Union elected officers at its Waterloo convention. Rev. J. B. Smith of Webster City was chosen president Rev. Walter D. Fowle of Ames secretary and Mary P. Denny of Council Bluffs junior leader. The 192? convention will be held in Waterloo.
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State
Waterloo
State Baptist Young People’s Union
J. B. Smith
Webster City
Walter D. Fowle
Ames
Mary P. Denny
Council Bluffs
Crowds Disrupt Chautauqua Auditorium Event
Noise from attendees gathered near the auditorium caused many to miss most selections during last evening's Chautauqua program. People in the rear were especially loud, drawing considerable complaint.
British Report Shows Equal Footing For U S And France
A parliamentary return dated July 20 compares power among great powers as of June 1. Britain leads with 57 battleships and 32 cruisers, the United States has 18 battleships and 12 cruisers, France 20 battleships and 18 cruisers, Germany 20 battleships and six cruisers, and Japan 11 battleships with 10 cruisers.
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U. S
France
London
Great Britain
United States
Germany
Japan
Church Services Set For Sunday at Auditorium
Regular services will be held at the auditorium Sunday morning at 10 30. Dr Henry Clark platform manager will have charge of the services.
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Henry Clark
London speaker Dr William Spurgeon to speak Sunday
The managers secured Dr William Spurgeon of London to speak Sunday afternoon in place of Rev W J Dawson. Spurgeon is regarded as an eloquent platform speaker and the directors commend this choice for the occasion. Rev W J Dawson will speak Monday afternoon.
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William Spurgeon
London
W. J. Dawson
Spurgeon
Rail road case against Muscatine moved to advisement
The court case of C., R. I. & P. R. R. against the City of Muscatine was taken under advisement by Judge Jackson after final arguments. Court adjourned until July 30 as a decision is expected soon.
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City
C., R. IL. & P. Railroad
City of
Hargis Acquitted in Breathitt County Case
In Sandy Hook Kentucky Judge Moody instructed the jury to acquit James Hargis of complicity in the Dr Cox assassination. This ends the last Breathitt county case against him and he walked free from the courtroom.
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Sandy Hook
Moody
James Hargis
Dr. Cox
Hargis
Breathitt County
Testimonial for Dr Shaffer Catarrh Treatment
Fred W Schoenig writes that after a full course of treatment for catarrh his nasal blockage eased he can breathe easily and his hearing improved describing his experience as a different world due to Dr Shaffer's care. He claims prior treatments were less effective.
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Dr. Shaffer
Ayres Declared Unfit for Active Army Service
Lieutenant Colonel Charles G. Ayres of the fourteenth Cavalry is deemed physically unfit for active duty by surgeons. The board reports a kidney disease that would likely cause death if he remains in service.
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New York
N. Y
Charles G. Ayres
Fourteenth Cavalry
Ayres
Rent collection crowd fills headquarters at noon
The noon gathering at the headquarters drew many to pay overdue rents. While most had settled accounts, a few residents still owed payments, leaving their balances unpaid for the moment.
Commendation for Dr Shaffer on bronchial throat care and eye fittings
John F. Hankammer notes two years of treatment by Dr Shaffer for bronchial throat issues and eye glasses fitting. He praises renewed vitality and the doctor’s mastery of the conditions, expressing faith in his continued professional service.
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Shaffer
John F. Hankammer
Farewell Party for Mrs Hardman Held by Eastern Star
The Ladies of the Eastern Star surprised Mrs Jane Hardman at Mrs M O Harringtons home on East Tenth Street last evening. Refreshments were served as they bid farewell before she departs for Quincy Illinois to join her son Harry for an extended tour through the east.
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The
Eastern Star
Jane Hardman
M. O. Harrington
East Tenth Street
Drury Levee Seeks Bids in Rock Island District
Bids are being received for the levee project in the Drury drainage district. Rock Island county papers advertise the large contract with bids due by July 30 and opening by the board of commissioners in Rock Island. Contract awarded when bids meet expectations.
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Drury
Rock Island
Board of Commissioners
Boy Killed by Live Wire in Burlington
A telephone wire snapped this morning and fell on a trolley wire. Arnold Johnson eight years old picked up the live wire and was instantly killed. he suffered severe burns before he could be released.
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Burlington
Arnold Johnson
Opening Day Revenues Exceed Last Year by Over $1000
From opening day through last evening receipts totaled $1,000 more than last year for the same period. The rise gladdens managers who face $138 in express costs for tent expenses.
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Express
Weather Notice at Camp Promises Clear Day
The morning held a threatening sky yet some predicted a clear day. Dew was heavy and the camp remained dry through the night, with grounds damp as if rain had fallen.
Trans Miss Golf Title Fought at Davenport
Sprig Abbott of Omaha and H G Legg of Minneapolis compete for the Trans Missippi golf championship today at the arsenal links Davenport Ia a large crowd follows the finals in the final round of the association event.
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Trans-Mississippi Golf Association
Davenport
Sprig Abbott
Omaha
Neb
H. G. Legg
Minneapolis
Arsenal Links
Ladies' Aid Society meets at German Methodist church
The Ladies' Aid Society of the German Methodist church met yesterday afternoon in regular session at the church parlors. Sewing occupied most of the time and a great deal of work was accomplished. The next meeting is set for Friday afternoon, July 26.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
The
German Methodist Church
Mob Attacks Girl Witness at Hau Murder Trial
Olga Molitor daughter of Frau Molitor was assaulted by a mob as she left court in Carlsruhe Germany accused of aiding the murderer of her mother Professor Carl Hau is on trial. Police fought to separate the crowd as Molitor escaped with clothing torn and facial injuries. A hostile class blamed her for the murder.
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Professor Hau
Carlsruhe
Germany
Olga Molitor
Frau Molitor
Carl Hau
Reserved Seats Courtesy Advised by Platform Manager
Dr. Henry Clark platform manager urges reserved seat holders to sit on the far side of the auditorium as they arrive to avoid crossing in front of the stage when a number is being given.
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Henry Clark
Rainfall May Set July Record for Month Total
Rain fell today .32 inches bringing July to 8.04 inches this month. The heaviest July rainfall in 68 years reached 10.25 inches, and forecasters say this month could become a new record.
Campers Told to Retire by Eleven Quiet After
Campers were instructed to sleep by 11 o clock and stay quiet after that hour. On Thursday night guests complained as parties talked and sang late, keeping the area awake. Lights go out at 11 o’clock and all noise must stop then.
Retailar session of A. O. U. W. lodge held last evening
The retailar session of the A. O. U. W. lodge met last evening to discuss routine business and conduct the usual formalities.
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A. O. U. W. Lodge
Campers Secure Tents as Storm Approaches
Early morning at the grounds a lively scene as campers reinforce tents for the incoming storm. Several groups left for the city while a number of Indians were reported missing.
Pine Pollen Creates Yellow Coating Far From Shore
Pollen from pine forests forms a yellow coating on lakes and ocean up to 200 miles from shore. It is often mistaken by peasants for showers of sulphur. Pine pollen grains have hollow vesicles that buoy them in the air like a box kite.
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St. Nicholas
Gunthers to Face Nationals at Fair Grounds Tomorrow
Tomorrow at 2 30 the Gunthers meet the Nationals at the fair grounds in a game expected to draw much interest. Both teams boast strong lineups and are among the citys fastest in action.
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Gunthers
Fair Grounds
Stage Manager Questions Why Not Go On
Dialogic fragment shows a stage manager querying why a performer did not advance on cue. The exchange centers on the sequence of performers and a character named Oi awaiting others before advancing. The passage hints at stage directions and theatrical timing from a historical script.
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Cimmins
Lone Tree Tornado Damages Town Buildings
A tornado struck Lone Tree Tuesday evening causing extensive damage with rain hail and lightning. The Grand Opera house roof was torn and a large cornice pieces blown away while nearby barns wind mills and hay loaders were destroyed. Local residents added personal notices of travel and daily life as Sunflower minstrels drew a full house in Iowa City.
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Lone Tree
Grand Opera House
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See
Journal
Samuel Montgomery
Huttig-McDermid Button Co
Henry Truitt
Moline
Lois Ball
Iowa City
L. N. Ayers
Faye
Thomas Rarner
E. G. O’brien
Frank J. Schaefer
R. R. Riese
la Crosse
Wis
Ray Reesink
Clarence Schmidt
G. W. Seybert of
J. A. Knight
A. C. Anderson
Gus Anderson
Ruth Kuhn
Buffalo
H. F. Seefelt
James Sackville
John Mills
Christina M. Churan
Fred Shroke
Minnie
Dubuque
H. C. Ibhrcke
Wilton Fair
New York Hospital
Will
Wil
Church Services
Drury Levee
San Francisco
E. Sixth Street
West Sixth St
Attorneys AT Law
Frank L. Buhnsmeier
Notary Public
Telephone
J. Ofnce
Hershey State Bank
Henry Jayne
Wm. Hofman
Arthur Hofman
Wm. l. Jayne Jayne & Hoffman
Lowa Avenue
Journal Office
G. M. Titus
Titus & Jackson
Laws Ave
Thos. Brown
Klinois Banks
Ofice
First National Bank
Ingham
Muscatine, Iowa
H. D. Horst
West Second Street
J. Carskaddan
W. D. Burk
J. S&s. Pepper
Carskaddan
Burk & Pepper
J. Muscatine
Opera House
Boat Insurance
Thomas Brown
Gertrude Shibley
Hooker
Oklahoma
Amos Fuller
Nellie Foster
George Fernstrom
Arch Smith
W. S. Potter
Kinross
Sunflower Minstrels
Charlie Silver
Elmer Draper
McClelland
Grinnell
Albert Shoppa
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