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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1906

Page

4

Juniors Head to Camp for Ten Day Outing

Fourteen members of the Y M C A Junior Department depart at six o'clock for Camp Preston at Resolley Lake for a ten day outing. Fred Applegate directs with Horace Husted assisting as chaplain and guide. Rabert Groth serves as chef with an advance party arranging tents and meals.

Association Camp Preston Resley’s Lake Fred Appelgate Horace Husted Rabert Groth Charles Nelson Robert Wilson Robert Tillie Roger Jayne Harold Morgan Charles Fulham Port Smith Will Randall Norman Elliott Stuart Narvis Roy Kautz Budd Smalley Albert Leysen Henry Brandt Robert Groth Fred Applegate

Texas vivas: Sterlin urged for home ownership drive

Local notes show multiple residents traveling to cities like Fairport Chicago Davenport and Louisville for business visits family visits and events. Firefly delays cited. Stardust ads promote Graff’s phosphate products and Muscatine Market fish. Mrs Sauer Stella Richard Carl Hentechel and others are mentioned in transit and local business contexts.

Fireworks shipment alert from Hacker's shop

A message from Hacker advertises a large arrival of firecrackers balloons torpedoes canes and fireworks of all kinds inviting customers to visit the shop.

Hacker's Hacker

Preachers and Lawyers Baseball Game Postponed

The fairgrounds game between the preachers and the lawyers was declared off due to bad weather. No new date has been set.

Judge Margis Granted Bail In Cox Murder Case

Jackson Ky June 14 Judge James E Margis who faces murder charges in the Cox case posted bail of 15000 and was released. He was arrested earlier today in connection with the slaying of Dr B D Cox.

Jackson James E. Margis B. D. Cox

Excursion to Davenport by First Methodist Sunday School

The Sunday school of First Methodist church ran a Columbia excursion to Davenport today despite bad weather. The boat departed Muscatine at about 8 am, reached Davenport at noon, with dinner and supper served by church ladies. Pauchet's hand accompanied the travelers, and the return to Muscatine was expected this evening.

First Methodist Church Columbia Davenport Muscatine Pauchet

Sunflower Ridge Community Notes June social items

Sunflower Ridge Ia June 14 Henry Paul of Pleasant Prairie called on friends. Children day program at Sweetland and Pleasant Prairie events. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs John Batchlor. Ice cream supper at New Era. D A Cole and N B Cole visited relatives in Hazel Dell Davenport and Fairport. Dr and Mrs Mayhouse of Durant visited Wild Cat's den.

Sunflower Ridge Henry Paul Pleasant Prairie Sweetland John Batchelor New Era D. A. Cole Hazel Dell N. B. Cole Davenport Geo. Fry D. Brunson Fairport

Dorcas Society Enjoys Picnic at City Railway Park

The Dorcas society members spent yesterday at City Railway Park enjoying a picnic outing with lunch and relaxed recreation in a park setting.

Dorcas Society

Pioneer Industrial Members Meet at Mrs Rehbein Home

Members of the Pioneer Industrial enjoyed a pleasant session at the home of Mrs. Rehbein in South Muscatine this afternoon.

Pioneer Industrial

Pioneer club to elect officers this evening

Members of the Pioneer club will meet with Mrs. Hattie Mosher on Mulberry Street this evening for the election of officers. Yesterday the L. L. C. club ladies gathered at Mrs. Weltz home, 205 West Seventh Street.

Pioneer Club Hattie Mosher Mulberry Street L. L. C. Club

Will Retire John Pfeiffer Sells Business to Davenport Firm

John Pfeiffer retired after selling his Chestnut street business and building to Independent Malting Co of Davenport. The deal values the business at 7975 dollars with George M. Schmidt and James Tracy to manage for the Davenport firm. The adjoining Corner Front and Iowa avenue building was bought from Mrs Franz for 9950 dollars.

John Pfeiffer Chestnut Street Independent Malting Co Davenport Pfeiffer George M. Schmidt James Tracy Front Iowa Avenue Franz

Roosevelt Addresses Georgetown Graduates At 89th Commencement

President Roosevelt attended Georgetown College's 89th annual commencement in Washington on June 14. He conferred degrees and prizes and urged graduates to wage relentless war on vice corruption and dishonesty in all walks of life while warning against pitting social classes against each other.

Georgetown College Washington, D. C Roosevelt

Demonstration of Airship Encircles Capitol Dome

Washington June 14 Special. Demonstration of Kabensshul in his airship encircling the capitol dome and performing evolutions 1000 feet high shows Wellman's north pole expedition is practical. I witnessed the entire performance and it looks easy to replicate. Frank J. Stillman.

Washington, D. C Kabensshul Capitol Dome Wellman North Pole Frank J. Stillman

Bryan Talks with Peasants in Russian Lower House

William J. Bryan observed the Russian Douma in St. Petersburg during a visit on June 14. He engaged with Agrarian leaders during recess who sought to explain their views to the visiting American.

St. Petersburg William J. Bryan Bryan

Cousin of Russell Sage Dies in Ohio County Infirmary

James Size cousin of Russell Sage died in abject poverty at the county infirmary near Toledo Ohio He had lived there for years and was once sent a yearly $50 check by his famous relative The county will bury him.

Russell Sage Toledo Ohio James Size New York

Richest Woman in Britain Weds Marquis in London

London June 14 Lady Mary Hamilton eldest daughter of the twelfth Duke of Hamilton and Brandon, the richest woman in Britain, married Marquis Graham eldest son of the Duke of Montrose. King Edward attended the ceremony.

Mary Hamilton England London Eng Duke of Hamilton and Brandon Great Britain Marquis Graham Duke of Montrose King Edward

Senate grants 20600 acres to Wisconsin for forest reservation

The senate passed a bill authorizing 20 600 acres of public land to the state of Wisconsin for use as a forest reservation. The action was taken in Washington on June 14.

Wisconsin Washington, D. C Senate

Judge Pond Fatally Injured in Train Hit

Judge C. M. Pond of Minneapolis district court was struck by a train and fatally injured as he moved near the tracks in Minneapolis Minnesota on June 14.

C. M. Pond Minneapolis Minn District Court

Judge to Assign Cases Saturday for Trial

Judge Jackson will assign cases for trial next Saturday at 9 o clock and notices must be served on principals. The judge was out of the city yesterday. Hagermann Will Proved. The will of Carl Hagermann was proved and Ida Hagermann named executrix without bond.

Jackson Hagermann Carl Hagerman Ida Hagermann

Battalion Drill at Citizens Park

Monday evening June 18 company C will drill at Citizens Railway Park led by Col F W Bishop. The event aims to train for the upcoming practice march and maneuvers this summer with welcome use of the park donated by Mr Lindner and full company attendance expected.

Citizens’ Railway Park Col F. W. Bishop Lindner

House Panel Backs Bill Prohibiting Liquor in Federal Premises

The house committee on alcoholic liquor traffic today approved a favorable report on a bill that bars the sale of alcoholic liquors in buildings or on premises owned or leased by the United States government.

Washington, D. C House Committee On United States

Senator Dryden presses lock canal stance in senate

Washington June 14 Senator Dryden spoke at length in opposition to the bill for a sea level canal across the Isthmus of Panama and in support of a lock canal.

Washington, D. C Dryden Senate Panama

Wedding of Miss Sylvia Duncan and Dr Walter Keihl

Columbus Junction reports the morning wedding of Miss Sylvia Duncan and Dr Walter Keihl at the bride’s parents Iowa City home. The couple, both well regarded in local circles, plan to reside in Washington after a Prosser, they will make their home. Numerous local friends attended and area Rebekahs traveled to Muscatine for a district convention.

Columbus Junction Sylvia Duncan Walter Keihl A. As Duncan Iowa City J. J. Duncan Dental Medical Department The State University Washington Prosser J. D. Darrow Nettie Blair Elsie Stapp Pearl Klotz Reuben Blair Rebekahs Muscatine Mmes J. A. Owen Harry Schock Nat Duncan W. H. van Horn C. S. Humiston J .H. Wykert L. Brown D. Brown J. A. Green Gee, Vanauken Wm. Sink P. Bretz H. D. Rifenberg John Morse Etta Littrell M. R. McKeane W. Isett M. R. Esmondson G. W. Breneman J. M. Dotson J. K. Solomon Alf Marshall Caroline Gallup Amelia Cook J. Foster Scott Jarrard Misses Isa Kate Gentzler Mayme Edwards Alta Rinehart Dora Shoop Jacob Foster Mellie Church Will G. W. Brock Jarrard Hatfield West Site Independence Wyatt Sprague Waitesburg Academy Waitesburg Mazie Archibald Graham Christina Newell Cushman Fredonia Wapello L. A

Real estate transfer in Fruitland recorded

Edith E. Foster and husband transfer lot 1 block 3 Fruitland to Morris W. Strause for 450 dollars recorded with the county recorder.

County Recorder Journal G. M. Titus Edith E. Foster Morris W. Strause Fruitland

Navy Recruits Go to Norfolk for Training

Navy recruits from the local office head to Norfolk navy yards for four months of thorough training. Recruits face strict physical standards with some applicants disqualified for weight and color vision issues. The U S training service, led by Rear Admiral Charles M. Thomas, emphasizes high efficiency and has influenced naval practices worldwide.

E. G. Geltz Navy Norfolk Navy Yards Norfolk England Japan Naval Academy United States Navy Training Service Chas. M. Thomas United States Navy Goat Island San Francisco Newport Rhode Island Pullman

Farm loan sales by G M Titus at 212 Iowa Avenue

Stop and Think urges savings in first mortgage farm loans. G M Titus markets loans of all sizes from 212 Iowa Avenue, touting 38 years of experience.

G. M. Titus Iowa Avenue

Double Birthday Celebration by Hart and Vetter

Misses Stella Hart and Dora Vetter hosted a gathering for their birthdays at Vetter’s home last evening. Guests enjoyed guessing contests won by Mollie Fuhlman and Effa Hart and a separate searching contest won by Lena Fuhlman. Dainty refreshments followed and guests received an automobile city tour before departures.

Stella Hart Dora Vetter Mollie Fuhlman Effa Hart Lena Fuhlman Anna Hagermann Esther Vetter Mary Froehner Mabiel Bronner Lena Anderson Bertha Vetter Lena Fuhrman Gertrude Fuller Mollie Fuhliman Kathleen Crozer Anna Hartwig Clara Hartwig Cal. Lockwood Minnie Knetsch Effa Hari

Muscatine Girl Entertained at Davenport Porch Party

The Davenport Times reports Miss Caroline Kindt hosted a prenuptial porch party for Miss Irene Ochs, a Thursday bride. Twelve friends attended with Miss Rose Fayle of Muscatine among the honored guests at the Kindt residence veranda with luncheon at five.

Davenport Times Miss Kindt Rose Fayle the Times Caroline Kindt Irene Ochs Kindt Muscatine

Mrs J J Havercamp Hosts Farewell Card Party

Mrs Otto Sauer, guest of honor, attended a card party at Mrs J J Havercamp’s Town Avenue home last evening. Mrs Sauer plans to leave for Denver around June 22, making Denver her new home, making the gathering a farewell event. The mixed company enjoyed cards and refreshments in a cordial social evening.

J. J. Havercamp

Thirty Three Club Closing Dinner at Weed Park

The Thirty-Three club held its closing session at the Weed Park club house last night with a fine dinner served by members. A lively program followed featuring vocal selections by Mrs. E. L. McColm, a ladies quartet, a Tennyson paper by Rev. J. N. Elliott, and a current events paper by Dr. J. T. Martin.

Weed Park Club E. L. McColm F. H. Little F. S. Pentzer Howard Warfield Tennyson J. N. Elliott J. T. Martin

Miss Minnie Milholin Fetes Before June Wedding

Miss Anna Dill hosted a prenuptial shower for Miss Minnie Milholin at East Third Street with friends in attendance. The event celebrated Miss Milholin prior to her June 27 marriage to Lee Freers.

Anna Dill East Third Street Minnie Milholin Lee Freers

Milholin's Farewell Event at Batterson Stores

Guests, associates of Miss Milholin, enjoyed a musical program at Batterson Stores. Vocal and instrumental selections entertained attendees, refreshments were served, and Miss Milholin received many gifts as tokens of esteem and goodwill from her companions.

J. D. Club Holds Pleasant Card Afternoon

The J. D. Card club met at Mrs. P. Nevens home for a pleasant afternoon. First prize went to Mrs. M. Thol man, second to Mrs. Ed. Grem mel, consolation to Mrs. W. XX. Stirlen. Refreshments were served. The next gathering will be hosted by Miss Amelia Eberhart at Mrs. J. F. Ribak’s home on June 7.

J. D. Card Club P. Nevens M. Tholman Ed. Gremmel W. XX. Stirlen Amelia Eberhart J. F. Ribak

Argus Lodge Initiates Five in Iowa Moonlight Trip Planned

Argus Lodge of the Iowa Legion of Honor met in Maccabee hall and initiated five candidates while balloting on five applications. A committee was formed to arrange a forthcoming moonlight excursion. The session featured a literary program, dancing and refreshments.

Argus Lodge Iowa Legion of Honor Maccabee Hall

Lucky Thirteen Card Club Meets and Prizes Won

The Lucky Thirteen Card club met yesterday at Mrs. Richards home. Mrs. Mary Kindler won first prize, Mrs. John Groters second, and Mrs. Breus won third. No meeting next Wednesday due to the circus. On June 27 the ladies plan a gathering with Mrs. Joe State on East Tenth Street.

Lucky Thirteen Club Lucky Thirteen Card Club Richard Mary Kindler John Groters Breusing Joe State East Tenth Street

Mrs E C Schoemaker Hosts Miss Stirlen Shower

Delta Alpha society members of the First Baptist church were hosted by Mrs. E C Schoemaker on Newell Avenue for a miscellaneous shower honoring Miss Ina Stirlen who received many pretty gifts.

E. C. Schoemaker Miss Stirlen Delta Alpha Society The First Baptist Church Newell Avenue Ina Stirlen

Mrs Manrose and Mrs Holmes Entertain Friends

Mrs D I Manrose and Mrs E E Holmes entertained many friends yesterday afternoon at 2004 North Mulberry Street in honor of Mrs Otis Nelson of Arion Iowa. The event featured games social conversation and dainty refreshments.

Manrose Holmes D. I. Manrose E. E. Holmes North Mulberry Street Otis Nelson Arion. Ia

Ladies of Maccabees Hold Meeting and Memorial Plans

The Ladies of the Maccabees will meet tomorrow night for regular business including receiving and balloting on applications. Arrangements for memorial services at the U B church next Sunday at 10 o'clock will also be discussed.

Ladies OF Maccabees Ladies of the Maccabees U. B

Sewing Society Met at Mrs Luther Woods Home

Members of the K L G P Sewing society met yesterday at 615 East Fourth Street the home of Mrs Luther Woods Sr. The next meeting is set for June 27 at Mrs J E McElroy's home on Mulberry Street.

Young couple to wed at Maiden Lane home this evening

Will Mark and Miss Laura Stinson will marry at 6 30 at Mrs Suel Foster’s residence 919 Maiden Lane. Rev Bryant C Preston will officiate in the presence of relatives and friends.

Will Mark Laura Stinson Suel Foster Maiden Lane Bryant C. Preston

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