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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1913
Page
5
A man attempting to dive into the sea from a launch today failed to submerge and endured frantic struggles. Captain Carlson of the life saving unit described the lifeboat as distant and the chances slim. The swimmer was pulled ashore conscious but refused to reveal his identity while crew members watched.
A society program recital is announced for Monday evening June 9 at Weed park clubhouse. Mrs Ama lia Schmidt Gobble presents two pupil vocalists Mrs Harry Bloom soprano and Miss Nellie Rice contralto with Mrs George R Chase pianist. Invites are extended to friends in the community. The event is a standalone recital not tied to Wood park opening. No refreshments will be served.
Women’s muslin gowns in dainty trimmed styles were slightly soiled in the factory due to recent Eastern floods. savings range from one third to one half. Crepe gowns in white pink and blue were also soiled but perfect, usually 1.50, sale price 69c each.
Several skirts feature lace and embroidery with neat workmanship. Reduced from 85 cents to 5 cents each for muslin skirts. Short skirts are exquisitely made with small tucks, special price 23 cents each.
Mrs Charles Schmalz and Mrs T R Pitchworth hosted the Industrial society of the First Presbyterian church in the church parlors on Thursday afternoon. After work and visiting a supper was served by the hostesses. The next meeting is set for Thursday afternoon June 19 with the Women’s Missionary circle of the First Baptist church meeting the following Tuesday afternoon at a member’s home.
A large shipment of excellent brassieres in white with embroidery trim has been opened. The sale emphasizes exceptional quality and very low prices, highlighted by a 25 cent figure for these limited Saturday specials.
A refined talcum powder is offered as one of the best and purest preparations. It comes delicately scented and is sold in large convenient cans. Regular price is 10c each.
Mrs. G S Guthrie returns from Feaster Diemer nuptials in Erte Illinois. At Fair Oaks Embroidery club meeting on Willow street Mrs BR G Tipton hosts Thursday afternoon. Atrs George Winans on Lucas street and Mrs Wind entertain guests including Mrs Wiliam Freers Mrs W Balser Mrs W Brown and Mira Adrian Trans. Mrs My Reosinks lead devotionals and Mrs Henry Jayne reads the program.
Long Tree will host six days of varied programs this month, opening June 19 and running through June 24. The Jones system brings entertainment and lectures with Rev. W. S. Johnson, Burleighs on opening day, Howard Hail Male Quartette on weekend, Drs. Pooler readings, Crswells music, and Dr. Charles F. Sheldon lecture to close. Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to McKinley and Hamilton school communities and friends for sympathy and floral tributes.
Notice warns that any person caught trespassing after dark on school properties will be dealt with under applicable law. Board of Education president listed as W. S. Norton.
Former president in capital Washington D C Prof Wm FA Taft private citizen arrived today for a visit in the capital where he once ruled as leader of the nation He will stay several days as guest of Mr and Mrs Beardman and Miss Mabel Boardman with entertainments planned though he desires no formalities.
French steamer Robert LeBoudy was attacked on the West River trade route near Hong Kong, robbers securing $30,000. A passenger was killed and an engineer along with several crew members wounded. Reports indicate piracy increasing in the south with more vessel attacks.
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