Muscatine Opens New Postal Sub Station No. 2
Samuels Candy shop at 104 East Second Street will host Muscatine's new postal sub station, opening August 16. It will handle money orders registered mail parcel post and postal supplies, and stay open daily until 11 p.m. except Sundays and holidays. Sub stations Nos. 1 and 3 are Busch drug store and Metzger grocery.
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Muscatine
Busch Drug Store
South Muscatine
Metzger
Park Avenue
Presbyterian Troop to Return Sunday From Camping Trip
Twenty members of Boy Scout Troop 125 sponsored by First Presbyterian church will return Sunday from a week at Camp Minnegota near Dixon. Troop 127 from First Methodist will follow to stay the coming week. Four Muscatine Scouting officials and movement followers attended a program at the camp Friday night and the Muscatine unit earned second place for the cleanest camp with several individual awards.
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First Presbyterian Church
Cliff Satterthwaite
Muscatine
Camp
Minnegota
Dixon
First Methodist
J. M. Butler
Clyde Parks
Fred Beach
C. S. Narvis
The
Muscatine Coun
Drumm Faces Court After Altercation With Landlord
Peter Drumm appeared before Police Judge J. C. Coster on a charge of intoxication after an argument with his landlord over eviction. He was sentenced to ten days in county jail after being found guilty, with deputies Pace and Grady involved and his family aided by Welfare.
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Peter Drumm
J. C. Coster
Drumm
Jack Pace
Menzo Grady
Welfare Association
Pace
Justice Coster
Masonic Groups Sponsor Moonlight Excursion on Steamer J S
Muscatine Masonic groups join Muscatine Cornucopia and Shrine clubs to sponsor a moonlight trip aboard the Steamer J S. The Aug 2 voyage leaves at 8 30 p m and returns shortly after 11 30 p m with Piron's Cotton Pickers providing a 12 piece Dixie orchestra. Tickets arranged by Henry Holtzer George Jacobs and F G Wilford.
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Muscatine Cornucopia and Shrine Clubs
J. S
Muscatine
Henry Holtzer
George Jacobs
F. G. Wilford
Masonic Temple
Piron’s “Cotton Pickers
Dixie Orchestra
Surprise Party for Warners on Return Home
Dr. and Mrs. R. E. Warner were welcomed back from a vacation with a Bible class party at their home 216 West Fourth Street. Twenty four members of the class attended after a regular meeting. Refreshments were served and a book was given to the couple.
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R. E. Warner
Island Melon Crop Needing More Rain
Island farmers warn that without more rain this weekend irrigation must resume to save watermelon cantaloupe and sweet potato crops. Irrigation paused after last Sundays rain. watermelons and cantaloupe expected on markets in about three weeks with uneven yields and crops two weeks late.
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Muscatine Island
Community Notices and Local Events In Muscatine
Mr and Mrs Alfred Wagner host houseguests Mrs Edward T Hughes and son Edward T Hughes Jr of Parsons Kas Knights of Pythias picnic August 25 at Mayesville with Dr B M Smith as chair and members Rosenberger and Huber. Building permits issued for 275 dollars including remodeling Wintermute ice cream factory and roof for Adam Korte residence. Two court reporters participate in Waterloo convention. Citizen ship notice filed by Theophile Witkowsky from Poland. Marriage license issued to Gilbert P Sargood and Margaret Meitge. Eleven tomatoes on one stem grown by Muscatine policeman displayed at The Journal.
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Third
Walnut Streets
Mercer Transfer Co
Wurrington
Leonard Nevens
Lone Run
Bellevue Hospital
Cora Hoffman
East Third Street
Hershey Hospital
G. A. Reinicke
Order of DeMolay
Ernest Moore
Jack Schroeder
Jack, Jr
East Tenth Street
John Hickey
Isett Avenue
William Bueser
Mulberry Avenue
Knoxville
Schroeder
Veterans Hospital
Weed Park
Kenneth Fairall
Monroe Street
Chicago
John A. Herwig
Cyril and
Delores
Grandview Avenue
Waverly
Herwig
August Arns
Edward Doerfer
Richard
Sweetland Township
Cheyenne
Wyo
Iowa Shorthand Reporters’ Association
Waterloo
Harry Whitaker
D. D. Kelsey
Maquoketa
Alfred Brandenburg
John Purcell
Clinton
Theofile Witkowsky
Dunchene
Poland
Washington Street
Gilbert P. Sargood
Margaret Meitge
William Knone
Muscatine Police Department
Journal Office
Mexican Agrarians Withdraw From Matamoros Siege
Agrarian demonstrators who besieged Matamoros in Tamaulipas for four days dispersed to their homes today claiming victory over authorities. The move ends a tense standoff that drew regional attention and raised concerns over land reform efforts.
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Matamoros
Tamaulipas
Mex
English Netmen Sweep Singles in Davis Cup Opener
Fred Perry and H. W. Austin gave Great Britain a 2-0 lead over the United States in the Davis Cup challenge round at Wimbledon. Austin defeated Wilmer Allison in five sets while Perry beat Don Budge in four. England aims to defend the trophy after winning it from France in 1933 and again last year.
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Fred Perry
Bunny” Austin
Don Budge
Wilmer Allison
Wimbledon
Eng
Fred J. Perry
H. W
Bunny) Austin
Great Britain
United States
Austin
Perry
England
France
Allison
Johnny van Ryn
Philadelphia
George Patrick Hughes
C. R. D. Tuckey
Omaha Strike Vote Arranged
Omaha Nebraska Central Labor union plans a vote next Friday night on the request of 268 striking employees of the Omaha and Council Bluffs Street Railway company for a general strike in support of the four month street car walkout. Charles Nelson, president, said the proposal will be placed before the union membership at the upcoming regular meeting for a full vote.
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Omaha
Neb
Omaha Central Labor Union
Omaha and Council Bluffs Street Railway Company
Charles Nelson
Central Labor Union
Idaho Baby Two Missing Six Days
Federal agents inquired about two year old Bobby Rush missing since last Sunday near Rugged Sage Creek in Idaho. Deputies say kidnapping is not confirmed while investigators weigh all angles.
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Idaho
Cover
D'Alene
Bobby Rush
Sage Creek
Here
H. H. Haner
Department of Justice
Relief Officials Map Near Term End for County Projects
Muscatine county relief officials outlined plans to finish feasible projects and terminate ongoing work relief programs by September 1 as the current setup winds down. Crews may be added to the Mulberry avenue sewer job to hasten completion. No follow up program details are yet provided from the administration.
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Muscatine County
Mulberry Avenue
Works Progress Administration
Federal Assurance Shapes Victory Claim in Urban Power Shift
The report notes a federal guarantee cited by party leaders as they press to oust city and state administrations. It highlights the bold claim of imminent victory amid political maneuvering and legal tensions, with officials asserting federal backing to redefine local governance.
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Ing
Council and Trustees to Hear Cedar River Project Backers
City council and municipal light and water trustees meet Monday night in city hall to hear sponsors of the Cedar River recreational and power development plan. A decision is expected on the agencies stance, following prior votes and a Friday Iowa City meeting with Harry Hopkins of FERA.
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Cedar River
Cedar River Proposition
J. M. Roth
B. Layton
H. G. Thompson
Iowa City
Harry Hopkins
FERA
County Women Exhibit on Child Development at State Fair
Muscatine county farm women will present an exhibit on child development at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines from August 21 to 30. Five counties were selected to exhibit from home demonstration projects. Exhibits will be judged by Julia Newton of St Paul. Other counties include Black Hawk Marshall Floyd. Scott County enters nutrition demonstration.
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Muscatine County
Des Moines
Mary K. Gregg
Iowa State College
Associated Press
Gregg
Sarah Porter Ellis
Julia Newton
St. Paul
Hopkins forecasts income redistribution and social security plan
Harry L. Hopkins warned 2 000 Iowa City listeners that redistribution of incomes and universal social security are imminent. He denounced wealth concentration, called for decent homes, and said old age and sickness pensions would expand, while criticizing critics of federal relief programs.
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Iowa City
Harry L. Hopkins
University of Iowa
Hopkins
United
Warning Issued on Receiving Presents
The Communications Commission instructed all employees involved in the AT and T inquiry not to accept favors or gifts from company officials or staff. Chairman Walker urged conduct to prevent suspicion of impropriety and to maintain diligent, proper attitude during the investigation.
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Washington
The
Communications Commission
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Walker
Communications Committee
Telephone Division
Schwiering to Lead Hermley Services
The Rev. W. H. Schwiering associate pastor of the First Methodist Church will preach the funeral sermon for Mrs. Charlie Hermley at Meyers Funeral Home on Sunday. Mrs Hermley died at her home 619 Hope Avenue Thursday night with rites to follow.
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W. H. Schwiering
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Meyers Funeral Home
Charlie Hermley
Hannum Ends Life After Domestic Quarrel in Council Bluffs
Frank A. Hannum a 41 year old city employee shot himself in the head Friday night following a quarrel with his wife. Family members said the brief dispute prompted the act as the wife left the house.
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Council Bluffs
Frank A. Hannum
City
AAA Recommends Park and Dam No 16 Tours for Sunday
The Tour Iowa committee of the AAA motor clubs selects trips to Wild Cat Den state park and Dam No 16 across the Mississippi for Sunday. Motorists are advised to use the upper road to the junction with Iowa 160 and then continue on the latter highway for the return trip along the scenic Mississippi highway U S 61. Wild Cat Den state park allows overnight camping among Iowa’s ten state parks.
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Wild Cat den
No. 16 Dam
Mississippi River
Tour
Iowa
A. A. A. Motor Clubs
Daily Times
Davenport
Iowa 160
Mississippi
Wild Cat den State Park
150 New Members Join Pension Club
The Townsend Old Age Pension club reported about 150 new memberships at its weekly meeting in City Hall. President W. D. Hudler noted the gain during the past month and announced the next gathering for Saturday night, Aug. 3.
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Townsend Old Age Pension Club
City Hall
W. D. Hudler
Direct relief critique underlines relief debate in era
A speaker denounces direct relief as demoralizing and pauperizing, framing federal aid programs as harmful to dignity and work incentives during the period. He argues for alternate strategies to stabilize the economy and support unemployed citizens.
10,200 Iowans on Pension List
Des Moines report from Supt. Ron G. Allen of the old age assistance commission shows 10,200 Iowans now receive pensions averaging $13.41 per month. Total payments reach $1,666,242, with a $1,000,000 legislative appropriation expected to fund 16,000 pensions. The commission is investigating and adding recipients as 47,000 applications remain on hand.
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Des Moines
Byron G. Allen
Old Age Assistance Commission
Six Injured When Auto Overturned Near Tama
Six youths and two girls were injured when the car they rode in overturned five miles from Toledo Friday night. Eldridge Clark 21 and Patricia Murdough 14 suffered skull fractures. Burnell Clerk 17 Harold Voergler 17 Marilyn Storm 15 and Joan Booth suffered cuts and bruises. Murdough girl visiting from Long Beach California. The car overturned while trying to pass a truck.
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Tama
Toledo
Eldridge Clark
Patricia Murdough
Burnell Clerk
Harold Voergler
Marilyn Storm
Joan Booth
Murdough
Long Beach
Calif
Miss Dorothy Paul Weds John Krooks in Davenport
Miss Dorothy Marie Paul daughter of Mr and Mrs Herold Paul of Muscatine wed John Krooks of Muscatine today at St Mark s English Lutheran church Davenport The Rev Edward Bollinger officiated The couple attended by Miss Ruth Paul and Honts Brooks The bride wore lavender and white crepe The couple will reside in Davenport where Krooks works for a button company
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Dorothy Marie Paul
Herold Paul
Muscatine
John Krooks
St. Mark’s English Lutheran Church
Davenport
Edward Bollinger
Ruth Paul
Honts Brooks
Mr. Krooks
Mrs Hintermeister Granted Custody of Three Minor Children
In a district court divorce decree Judge D V Jackson awarded Pearl Hintermeister sole custody and control of three children, with Clarence Hintermeister ordered to pay 2.50 weekly for two minors, Wayne and Beverly, until they reach 16. the third child is James Hintermeister.
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Pearl Hintermeister
Clarence Hintermeister
D. V. Jackson
Wayne
Beverly
James Hintermeister
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Barry
Presbyterian Troop
Warners
City News
Alfred Wagner
Oakland Drive
Edward T. Huges
Edward T. Hughes, Jr
Parsons, Kas
Knights of Pythias Lodge
Mayesville
B. M. Smith
Charles Rosenberger
Clarence Huber
Purvis
Melvin Purvis, the
G-Man
Adeyjaste
Fred M Zigler Fonners
Schwiering To
Hermley Services
Lowan
Muscatines First Funeral Home
Maevyers Funeral Home
East Seventh St. Musca
Committee of Aaa
Pension Club
Journal
Wash Tubbs
Muscatine Journal
And
News-Tribune
Dorothy Paul
J. Krooks
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