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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1917

Page

4

Churches Take Lead In Nation Rebuilding After War

A church appeal preached in Annecating by T Morsake urged churches to lead postwar reconstruction of the nation and world. The Federal Council of the Churches of Christ presented the first direct war appeal since the U S entered the conflict, with most city congregations joining the message.

Federal Council OF Churches Federal Council of the Churches of Christ Federal Council United States Annecating

Christian churches urged united stance for postwar reconstruction

A message from about thirty five denominations called on churches to stand loyal to the flag and country and to Christian principles. It stressed the United States as a Christian nation fighting for Christian standards. It warned that after the war, rehabilitation and reconstruction would begin and churches must play a leading role.

United States Thia Atatad

Supreme Loan Endeavor Campaign Urges Over subscription

New York officials report a nationwide Liberty Loan drive advancing with Secretary of the Treasury addressing meetings in the city amid calls for all Americans to contribute. McAdoo announces intensified efforts as subscriptions reach large corporate pledges from Information Nickel Company and Mitch Avenue Bank.

New York X.Y Muito Wilaa Mey Adoo Onda Washington McAtkeo Foria Information Nickel Anilite Mitch Avenue Bank Elienta

Directors debate limits on corn futures prices

Chicago Board of Trade directors met to consider establishing a maximum price for corn futures with wheat prices showing a slip. The session began at 1:30 pm and adjourned at 4 pm without decisions, as prices in Chicago edge higher by about 14 to 15 cents.

Chicago Chicago Board of ‘Vrade Motila

Fifty Poles Enlist After Sermon at Polish Church

In Omaha, June 4, Captain Prith opened a recruiting station after a sermon at St Michael Polish Church. Fifty young men from the congregation enrolled for army service, signaling a patriotic response. Meanwhile Chicago hosts the 3rd annual Motor Derby at the Speedway on June 18 with 29 entrants announced.

Prom Lengo Omaha Fay Michael Glnba St. Mianela Chicago

County Raises Liberty Loan Bonds Rapidly in Muscatine

Muscatine County Liberty Loan drive reports about 800000 dollars subscribed to date as local banks offer flexible payments for smaller contributors including women. The appeal urges both men and women to invest and support the war effort, with options to purchase 50 to 100 dollar bonds or recurring weekly payments.

Muscatine County United States Muscatina County Liberty Low Association Today Bud Bear i Muselting County Hale Bank

Threat of Fleet Attack Fails as Fire Rages in Gutuyo Quarter

Reports describe a vast fire in the Gutuyo quarter with explosions and shattered windows. A breaker's vessel and Bolshevik symbols were observed as phosphorous cakes burned on the wharf. No injuries and nearby buildings remained intact, investigators citing accidental causes or deliberate arson amid damp phosphor exposure.

Gutuyo Ahla Dlatanca Feo Browkar Orantons Himim Bolshevike Extramlute Feo Petrograd Aeven Pinsr Wtolen Brenker Mtanamndt Apot Auek

Invents Sea Plane to Fight U-Boats

Parla June 10 a pioneer aviator Arata claims invention of a powerful sea plane designed to combat submarines. The piece cites the Potn Journal noting the machine would be manufactured in the United States and applied to all allied forces.

Parla Santan Pummant Sonia Trin Poth Journal United States

Musser Will Address Men at Luncheon Tomorrow

Hope for large attendance as Busly club hosts a noon luncheon at the Muscatina Gold Room. Speaker Mr. Munger will discuss the topic What One Live Commercial Club With a Live Secretary In Doing. City business leaders and workers are urged to attend to hear the plan for city progress and the committee aims for a full turnout.

Tims

Germans In Desperate Onslaught Continues On Front

Reported publicly today the German assault remains stubborn with Cherfay port recaptured by Allied troops and La Tanso area seeing heavy combat. British, French, and Canadian forces fought to halt the German offensive as evenings echoed with artillery and night operations across the line.

Ailiel Cherfay Yeatar la Tanso Nonte Chiappalla Udonse Vormalion

Shrine meeting expected large crowd at Muscatine session

Kaiba Temple nobles and MusIc Shrine members anticipate a large turnout for the ceremonial session in Muscatine on Thursday June 7. The event includes the royal show, a parish dining room service by the First Methodist Episcopal church women, and strict no smoking rules during the first section.

Kaiba Nablex Nat Muscatine Ald First Methodist Episcopal Church Fez

German ships renamed after seizure by U S Navy

Secretary Danlola announced the seized German ships reassigned to U S Navy use. Vessels renamed include Gelert, Liebenfeld, Saxonsta, Vogenaan, Nite aria, Odenwald, Nahenfelda, Meloda, Leonhurstt, Andromeda, Rudolph, Lockqun, and others to U S ports and Harbors. Some vessels honor Carl Schurz and other figures. names reflect coast guard ties and wartime roles.

Washington, D. C Dianlola Toaday Nntios Gelert Sehwis Rostau Bridgeportr Kiel Camden Liebenfeld Houston Vogenaan Quinty Nite Aria Odenwald Newport Nowk Nahenfelda Long Beach Meloda Leonhurstt Astoria United States Germany Caakoelt

Conspiracy Rumors Stir Des Moines Draft Day

Reports of anti draft pamphlets flood Des Moines sparking police vigilance and possible protests. In Burlington a theatre manager was tried for unlawful broadcasts but found not guilty after a brief jury deliberation. Adventists in Washington prepare humanitarian aid for emergency nursing and rescue efforts.

Burlington Malaco Moving Picture Theatre Wolaing Laws Businowa Ue Pollen Court

Rural Church Dedication In Cedar Vale Methodist Church

Unclear text reports the rededication of Cedar Vale Methodist Episcopal Church near the city. Due to poor road conditions, many potential attendees could not witness the dedicatory services. A dedicatory sermon was delivered by Rev Gilbert, with other pastors assisting, and funds were raised at the event. An appeal related to penitentiary bonds and a petition by an honor band to Governor Lowden is mentioned.

Clournala Spach Nichols Dutta Lybere Ceromanios Fontarad I. PF. Gilbert Waaslington Jaton Tov H. C. Mililey Sweetland CG. H. Firueing Wort Liberty Ola Roy Gilbare Mowun A. T L. Bowen Lowden

Seventeen confectioners and cigar makers plead guilty in town court

Seventeen confectioners and cigar makers admitted violating the town blue law in municipal court today and were released on their own recognizance. Trials set for next week. Two others were fined $11 and some cents.

Trovecationa Fail Deg Mojnes

Kerensky Named Napoleon Of New Russia In Writings

In Washington observers label Alexander Kerensky Rus sian war minister as a potential Russian Napoleon. They foresee he could unite disorganized armies and lead victory under a Bonaparte style dictatorship, reflecting growing lectures on Russian affairs.

Alexander Karensky Rusata Miniteter Bevcom Napoleon Bonaparte France Anc Washington

More Officers to Be Trained in Second Camp Series

Washington June 4. The War Department announced a second officers training camp series to develop leaders for a 500000 man call to service. Camps will run Aug 27 to Nov 26 at Fort Logan, Fort Myers, Fort Logan Roots, Port Benjamin Harrison, and other sites across the nation. Applicants aged 20 to 23 years 9 months to 4 years may apply between June 15 and daily. The program targets men of varied ages and regions, with specific geographic assignments for each camp.

Washington Caneral McCain Yeaters Qd Tuvols Fort Loon Springs Texas Wisconsin Fort Logan 1 Roots Arkansas Port Moujamin Hyea Daly i Clue Zonk Yourn Harbane Dooded Aus Fort Myers van Vermont Maine New Hampshire Massachusetta Rhode Ialand Connecticut New Jersey Delaware Maryland Virginia Materet Columbia Port McPhoraran New York City Alabama Georgia Florida Fort Oxlathorpe New York State Pennsylvania Congromton Tennessee North Carolina South Carolina Fort Rajamin Harrison Ind Ohio West Virginia Indiana Kentucky Fort Arizona New Mexico Oklahoma Fort Riley Kans Minnegsota North Dakota South Dakota Fown Nansna Missouri Colada Presidio San Francisco Utah Wyoming Monuvia Idaho Novadas Oregon California

Three Sisters Wed Trio of Soldiers in Chicago Homes

Edna Grace and Mable Keuper wed service members yesterday in Chicago homes. The brides await orders to report to stations nationwide as the triple wedding fulfills a pact for marriage before duty. Grooms named John Morgan, Carrie Strausser of Chicago, and Tar Yarghe of Cedar Rapids, a Seventh Iowa Engineer, accompany the story.

Edna Grace Mable Keuper Pecama John Morgan Cariae Strausser Chicago Tar Yarghe Cedar Rapids Towa Towa Engineera

Mother 18 Hopeful of Son Recovery

Springfield dispatch reports J. H. Keat, wealthy banker, missing wife and mother Myra Palmer says she saw three men lingering near the Keat residence after the elder Keat left for a country club, as police investigate the four days of the infant Lloyd Keat’s disappearance and the mother remains hopeful.

Springfield Jas Lloyd Keat J. H. Keot Thin Elty Wilbo Pollce Andehbor S. E. Palmar Ikoot Myra Palmer Baby Na Keot Recta

It Works Try It Good News Spread Quickly

An advertisement touts a remedy named treozone sold at pharmacies. A quart dose allegedly removes corns or calluses from feet with a few drops applied to the affected area. The product supposedly dries into a sticky substance, prevents irritation, and claims to save lives by avoiding in personal corn cutting.

Cincinnati

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