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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1906

Page

4

Local Train Schedules and Freight Noises from Davenport Notes

Fragmentary railway timetable excerpts show trains arriving and departing in Davenport Chicago with destination lines to Kansas City Denver California Limited Washington Oskaloosa Ft Worth and local freight runs. Times range across the day indicating a busy schedule with multiple No entries and several negative marks.

Kansas City Denver California Limited Washington, Oskaloosa Ft. Worth AMON

Wilton Trains Leave and Arrive Daily Schedule

Wilton branch trains depart for Muscatine and return daily except Sunday. Train 368 leaves at 6:25 am, 367 at 12:30 pm, 362 at 3:20 pm, 361 at 5:50 pm.

Muscatine Wilton

Trains at Wilton Going East and West

Railway timetable notes trains at Wilton in both directions with listed ascent and descent times. Eastbound services include 5:20 am 33 pm 38 am and 5:03 pm 4:08 pm. westbound times include 7:40 am and 10:13 pm with fast mail and signal stop details.

Wilton SOMOS

Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railways Timetable Change

The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway announces an April 9 timetable change. Freight No 92 and No 91 carry passengers at 2:34am and 11:44pm respectively, while No 3 and No 5 passenger services operate at 5:50pm and 7:15am. The notice lists rail passenger times and indicates all trains run on the new schedule.

Chicago, Milwaukee & ST. Paul Railway

Muscatine Western Schedule Update

Passenger No 102 arrives and Passenger No 101 leaves while Freight arrives and Freight leaves. Daily trains except Sunday. Agent W S Underdonk notes 7 16 pm and 4 00 am and 8 30 am times.

Muscatine Western W. S. Underdonk

Train schedule for Muscatine area lines No 4 2 3

Passenger times list daily and weekend trains for North and South bound routes through Muscatine including stops at Round House Hahn's Switch Fruitland Grandview Wapello Evrick Junction and Elrick Junction with arrival and departure times and notes on which trains run daily or on specific days only.

Muscatine North & South BY South Bound Muscatine Round House Hahn's Wapelo Evrick Junction Sip Weaitiene Ee Era Gwamaviow Bocce Ewes NN Citas Bais Eivick North Bound Hohn’s Fruitland Grandview Wapello A Oe Elrick Junction Hahn's Switch Sash Ewe Calanats Aheae Wapello En Nnes Ie Flrick Junction

Ninety Ninth Birthday Noted for Mrs Mary Hanlin

The ninety ninth birthday anniversary of Mrs Mary Hanlin is observed today with Mrs Elizabeth Porter at East Ninth Street. She is believed oldest resident of the city and in good health with full faculties, sparking wishes she may reach the century mark and beyond from many friends.

Mary Hanlin Elizabeth Porter East Ninth Street Hanlin

Commencement Friday Night at High School

The high school graduation program is published with no principal speaker this year. Diplomas will be presented by Director Z. W. Hutchinson. Graduates listed include Beulah Nye Benni son, Bessie Ames Chevalier, Nellie Marie Hagen, Helen Mary Heezen, Ethel Fannie Riemcke, and others across Latin, German, Commercial, and Special courses.

Z. W. Hutchinson Board of Education Becker High School J. N. Elliott Atha Wells Goldsberry Minnie Franses Kuhn Helen Rose Cone Estella Carrie Knight Nellie Marie Hagen Merry June Vincent High School Chorus Bessie Ames Chevalier Clark Barnard Helen Mary Heezen Beulah Nye Bennison Ethel Fannie Riemcke Cleo Estelle Richards Marie Elizabeth Schmidt Anna Rebecca Selman Anna Margareta Hendriks Glenn Hayward Davis Fred Harold Hoffman

Brewers In Session Discuss Saloons and Officers

In Indianapolis on June 7 the United States Brewers association spent most of the day debating saloon purification and electing new officers.

Indianapolis Ind United States Brewers’ Association

Local Notes and City News Moves and Notices

Graff's wild cherry phosphate urged at Graff's Pharmacy. Geo Williams of West Liberty visits Davenport. Firefly and North and South train riders travel for business and visits. For sale short born bulls. D L Poreh and Mrs E McCulla travel for business and relatives. A J Reeves and Dr W F Bowser spend day in city. Funeral of J W Strouse held this afternoon. Two marriage licenses issued at county clerk. Funeral of Mrs George W Lindie tomorrow at St Matthias. J S excursion from Oquawka passes through Davenport en route to Davenport and returns tonight.

George W. Lindie St. Matthias Church St. Mary’s Cemetery J. S Oquawka Odd Fellows Davenport

Secretary Houser Arrested in Bribery Attempt

Madison Wisconsin June 7 Secretary of State Walter L Houser was arrested at his office today charged with the attempted bribery of a state officer.

Wisconsin Madison Wis Walter L. Houser

Earthquake Shocks Felt in Manila on June 5 and 6

Three slight earthquake shocks were felt in Manila on June 5 and 6. Believed to have been more severe on the island of Sama.

Manila P. L Sama

Notice of officer election for R and D men group

There will be an officer election Thursday evening June 7. All members are requested to be present per order Sachem.

Lancaster Express Collides With Freight Train

The limited express on the Pennsylvania railroad collided with a freight train near Lancaster this afternoon. Reports indicate multiple deaths and injuries as wreckage burns at the scene.

Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Railroad

Grape-Nuts Promises Health From Natural Digestion

An early 20th century promotion explains Post process turning starch into sugar by moisture warmth and time. It argues starch indigestion causes gas and illness and that Grape-Nuts imitates nature to aid digestion without chemicals. It invites reading The Road to Wellville for more.

Post Wellville

Miss Ethel Jaynes Wins Mathematics Teaching Post

Miss Ethel Jaynes has been elected to teach mathematics at Freeport High School in Illinois with a salary increase. She has taught at the local high school for two years and earned strong support from church and social circles, but will not return next year as she moves forward in her career.

Ethel Jaynes Freeport Jaynes

Death of Mrs. Minerva E Reynolds in Cranston

Mrs. Minerva E Reynolds of Cranston died early this morning from a paralytic stroke at almost 72 years. Survived by husband Eli Reynolds and three children Charles Radebaugh Win Reynolds and Ross Reynolds. Funeral from Musserville M E church at 1 pm Saturday with burial in Greenwood cemetery.

Minerva E. Reynolds Cranston Muscatine County Eli Reynolds Charles Radebaugh Muscatine Win Reynolds Ross Reynolds Musserville M. E Greenwood Cemetery

Funeral of Senator Arthur Pue Gorman Held in Washington

In Washington on June 7 the funeral for Senator Arthur Pue Gorman was held at his residence with simple rites as he wished. Prominent figures viewed the body before services began and many floral tributes were sent, including a large wreath from President Roosevelt. The casket was interred temporarily in Oak Hill Cemetery vault.

Washington, D.C Arthur Pue Gorman Roosevelt Oakhill Cemetery

Baracca Club Social At Windman Home Enjoyed

The Baracca club of Grace Lutheran church and friends held a social last evening at the Windman residence north of the city. Attendees from the city and surrounding area joined in the pleasant gathering which was well enjoyed by all.

Baracca Club Grace Lutheran Church Windman

Party at Wittich's Cottage for Bundys of Eldon

A gathering was hosted at Wittich's cottage in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Bundy of Eldon. Attendees included their son Paul, Mrs. C. C. Smith and Edna, Mr. and Mrs. Black and Geneva, Mrs. Florence, Mrs. Rolland and Glen, and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gerdes.

Bundy Eldon Wittich Paul C. C. Smith Edna Black Geneva Florence Rolland Glen Fred Gerdes

Miriam Aid Society Held Social at Mrs Easts Home

The Miriam Aid Society met yesterday afternoon at Mrs Kate East's East Hill home for a social session. Attendees enjoyed a pleasant afternoon and refreshments were served.

Miriam Aid Society Kate East East Hill

Thirty Three Club Entertained at Weed Park Clubhouse

At a recent Weed Park club meeting members decided to entertain the Thirty three club at the Weed Park clubhouse next Wednesday evening.

Weed Park Club Thirtythree Club

J. D. Club Meets With Mrs. Ribak at East Seventh

Yesterday afternoon the J. D. club members gathered at 597 East Seventh Street for an entertaining social visit with Mrs. J. F. Ribak leading the event.

J. D. Club J. F. Ribak East Seventh Street

Dorcas Society Meets at Mrs Henneker's Home

Mrs Ed Henneker hosted a Dorcas sewing society session yesterday afternoon at her Seventh street home. Members attended a pleasant meeting amid friendly fellowship.

Ed. Henneker Dorcas Sewing Society Seventh Street

Pioneer Industrial Meets Friday At East Fifth Street

Pioneer Industrial members plan a Friday meeting at the St. Clair home on East Fifth Street. The group intends to drive to the country after the gathering.

Pioneer Industrial St. Clair East Fifth Street

Pioneer Club Meeting Postponed One Week

The Pioneer club will meet next Thursday instead of this evening with Mrs. Hattie Mosher on Mulberry street due to competing city attractions.

Pioneer Club Hattie Mosher Mulberry Street

Jolly Seven Club Guests Social at Mrs Lewis Home

The Jolly Seven club met at 112 West Fifth street, Mrs. E. B. Lewis hosting. Guests enjoyed a social afternoon and were treated to a fine lunch.

Jolly Seven Club E. B. Lewis West Fifth Street

Highland Noble Sewing Society Plans Next Meeting

The Highland Noble Sewing society will hold its next meeting at the home of Mrs. Hinel at 421 Pond Street.

The Highland Noble Sewing Society

Preachers to Play June 14 in Charity Showdown

The preachers and lawyers set a June 14 clash on the fair grounds to raise funds for the Young Men's Christian Association. Applegate of the Y M C A will twirl for the preachers with Secretary Jameson playing, while the lawyers keep their last lineup minus Joe Eells who has resigned. The event ties to a church‑aligned effort amid a broader scene with President Roosevelt present and Bishop Satterlee presiding at school exercises.

Young Men's Christian Association Joe Eells Tem Roosevelt Admiral Dewey James H. Wilson Ethel Bishop Satterlee Protestant Episcopal Church

Admiral Rojestvensky Indicted for Court Martial in Russia

In St. Petersburg the naval court of inquiry indicted Vice Admiral Rojestvensky who commanded the Russian fleet at the battle of the Sea of Japan. Officers of the torpedo boat destroyer Bedovy are charged for engaging and sinking a Japanese torpedo boat. Trial set for July 4. penalty is death.

Russia St. Petersburg Naval Court of Inquiry Rojestvensky Sea of Japan Bedovi

Former resident Nelson Van Camp visits relatives in area

Nelson Van Camp of Highmore South Dakota visits his brother J H Van Camp of Sweetland and other relatives. He recently arrived from Sioux Falls where he attended the South Dakota republican convention as a delegate. He notes J W Cone and Major Pickler, former local residents, were prominent at the gathering.

Nelson van Camp Highmore South Dakota J. H. van Camp Sweetland Sioux Falls J. W. Cone Major Pickler

Two More Divorces Granted by District Court

Judge Jackson granted separation from Lida Cooper to W. H. Cooper and released Grace B. Wymer from bonds with J. D. Wymer in a quiet district court session yesterday afternoon.

President Roosevelt Advises Graduates At National Cathedral

President Roosevelt addressed the National Cathedral school graduates in Washington on June 7. He urged the girls to put family first, saying family life offers the highest form of success and happiness, and noted wealth as secondary.

President Roosevelt National Cathedral School Washington, D. C Roosevelt

Pine Creek News Highlights Local Activities

Miss Birdie Dodge and Fern Dodge visited Muscatine on business. Herman Budzine of Fairport Ridge called at Montpelier. Pine Creek youths attended a dance in Montpelier. Nick Bast and wife visited the Kretchmar home in Pine Creek. J Kemper finished sawing lumber for the season. Cleve Dodge traveled to Durant for bird shooting. Myrtle and Mabel Sauer stayed with Anna and Fredia Kretschmar. Elvina Brace from Muscatine visited Addie Crow near New Era. Blue Grass boys played Pine Creek, Pine Creek winning 27 to 7.

Pine Creek Birdie Dodge Fern Muscatine Herman Budzine Fairport Ridge Montpelier Nick Bast Kretchmar J. Kemper Cleve Dodge Durant Myrtle Mabel Sauer Anna Fredia Kretschmar Pine Mills Elvina Brace Addie Crow New Era Blue Grass Boys

Sunflower Ridge social and sports notes

Sunflower Ridge residents shared news of visits with Hazel Dell and Pleasant Prairie relatives. Pine Creek beat Blue Grass 26 to 7 in a Sunday game. Attendance included dances at Montpelier and church in New Era with updates on local clubs and a new Jolly club secretary.

Sunflower Ridge D. A. Cole Hazel Dell Hattie Gray Linsy J. S. Hetzler Burg Pleasant Prairie Jacob Grimm Willie Fred Wunderlich Montpelier Pine Creek New Era August Henke Henry Muscatine Fred Shultz John Fowler Jolly Club McGee

Wrayville Social News Notes Busy Week End Visits

Wrayville Illinois June 7 Mr and Mrs Bliven and family of Muscatine spent several days last week on local business. Mr and Mrs Meyer of Iowa visited relatives Sunday. Ford Mewes Wm Workman and Isaac Foster did Muscatine business Saturday. Grandma Reynolds of Rock Island visits Frank Reynolds. Gertie Wray returned home after attending Leverich College Muscatine. Hazel Hayes closed term at Foster school No 2 June 1. H Wright of Rock Island hosted at J H Foster.

Wrayville Leverich College Mus Ecatine Hazel Hayes Foster H. Wright Rock Island J. H. Foster

Round Trip Chicago to Buffalo via Nickel Plate

Nickel Plate Road offers a Chicago to Buffalo round trip with departure June 9th 19th and 11th and return by June 25th. Fare is 12 dollars 25 cents. Tickets available at Nickel Plate Office Room 298 No 113 Adamy Street Chicago.

Chicago Nickel Plate Road Nickel Plate Office Adamy St

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