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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1915

Page

10

District League Officers Elected In Hywytrh District Convention

Mies Arey Hoopes of Muscatine tapped as Fourth Vice President at a district meeting held at the church. Officers named include vice president Dallas Merwin Grandview Iowa, president Bliss Pearl Thrandis Washington Iowa, third vice president Miss Teeter Marengo Iowa, secretary Miller Wellman Iowa, treasurer W Gi Baker Muscatine Iowa, and superintendent Mrs Qa horng Victor Iowa. A committee to select officers was to name the whayvenfi vers, with members Rev WF Gilbert Washington, Miss Rutinia Cook Libert, Miss Softly Wellman, A Eliason Letes, and C F Courtnes Gaknse.»

Nee Dallas A. Eliason Letes C.F. Couurtes Gakrnses Ini

British strixe at German Dutch trade

An order in council to prohibit export of all goods to Holland except those consigned to The Netherlands Overseas Trust is expected. The move aims to stop the trade now believed to benefit Dutch and German interests.

Associated Pro London Holland Netherlands Overseas Trust

Johnson Ads Toledo Stock Purchase Leadoff

Johnson of the American League plans to buy 527 090 dollars of stock in an American Association club for Toledo if local businessmen raise the remainder. The offer was disclosed at a tender attended by President Teper of the National League and other officials last night. Citizens of Muscatine are warned that street littering will be punished by city ordinance. Michael Henrietta Cinilry pleads guilty to intoxication and is fined five dollars plus costs.

Negd American Beasoc Jarennlaler Toledo Ohio Inne 2 Johnson American League American Association Cleveland Teper National League Michael Henrietta Cinilry Michael Henretta

State Bankers Meet in Davenport Today

Davenport Iowa June 22 with over 1500 bankers at the twenty ninth annual convention of the Iowa Bankers Association in session President L Edwardes of Burlington opened the gathering Episcopal Bishop Morrison gave the welcome and Mueller of Davenport and Parker of Sioux City spoke in turn Annual reports showed the association in prosperous condition with 1650 Iowa banks membersh ip listed

Davenport Iawa Bankers’ Association L. Edwardes Burlington Morrison Episcopal Diocese of Iowa Mueller George G. Parker Sioux City

Society Notes Describe D A Club Gathering and Plans

Mrs Harry Meyer hosted a D A club meeting at Mulberry Avenue with music and red roses decorating the home. Guests enjoyed a secular afternoon and a centered dinner. the group plans a Davenport trip with Mrs Archie Gray as a host in the city. In other items, the Young Women’s Christian Association board met, seven delegates were chosen for a convention in Albert Lea, and Grace Williams’s absence delayed officer elections until July. A 73rd birthday celebration at 519 Cedar Street featured roses, festive desserts, and a social gathering of seventeen guests. Elsewhere, Excelsior Literary Club hosted post-nuptials for Mr and Mrs Lake at Two Gates Park, with decorations, games, music, and refreshments.

Miis MTVE Eli Davenport Wille Archie Gray W. Board OF Diectors Young Women's Christian Association W. Tooms Albert Lea Minn Aliss Grace Williams

Philathhea Class Enjoys Picnic at Weed Park

Philathes members of the First Baptist church enjoyed a picnic at Weed Park last evening. A 4 to 6 o'clock dinner was served on the lawn with games and pastimes, one of the most delightful gatherings of the season, with plans for future outdoor events. Mulford Aid To Meet at Church Parlors Wednesday

Philathea Park Philathes First Baptist Church Weed Park Mulford Aid Ladies’ Aid Society of the Mulford Congregational Church D. D. Webster Mts George Nietzel

Iowa City Seeks 1916 State Bar Meet Host

Iowa City aims to host the twenty second annual Iowa State Bar Association convention in Fort Dodge with Prof H W Horack of the University of Iowa Law School as secretary. The event runs June 24 to 26, with Dawley of Cedar Rapids delivering the address on Local Self Government for Cities and Towns and Dawley serving as toastmaster at the banquet at the Wabok Inn.

Tiogings Sarvice Fiowa City Iowa Iowa State Bar Association Fort Dodge HW. C. Horank Iowa Unversity College of Law Fort Todgy Horack

British War Loan Described as Clever Work

London stock market chatter centers on a new war loan described as a clever piece of work. The issue is framed as giving the exchequer a blank check potentially totaling up to five billion five hundred six hundred seven hundred pounds, with focus on conversion provisions noted by commentators.

Caisnelated Leaaeq London Stock Exchange Ceaters

Teutons Advance Near Lemberg In Heavy Fighting

Reports from Petrograd and London indicate Austro German forces push toward Lemberg while Russian lines hold along the Dniester. Evacuation of Lemberg by Russians appears likely. Germans consolidate gains north toward Tarnow and Libau remains heavily fortified.

Bullepin Srad London Lemberg Petrograd Austro-Germiane Tarnow Sailroad Leageil Witte Grand Duke Nichola Lembarg Galicia Tsel Russia Poland Libau Prince Henry of Prussia

Local bankers attend Davenport State Bankers meeting

Local bankers from Davenport participate in the State Bankers Association meeting, with attendees including B. S. Allant, W. J. Fayle, G. M. Titus, OG. R. Susser of Muscatine State Bank, H. F. Giester of German American Bank, and representatives Hershey Strats Bank in the verson of L. C. Day and P. W. Wrances, plus First National Bank reps, expected at tomorrow's sessions.

State Banker's Association Davenport BR. K. Smuth First Trust and Savings Bank B. S. Allant W. J. Fayle G. M. Titus OG. R. Susser Muscatine State Bank H. F. Giester German American Bank Tives Hershey Strats Bank Verson L. C. Day P. W. Wrances First National Bank

Cabinet Holds Short Meeting and Investigations

Washington June 22 The cabinet met for under an hour with no discussion of the Mexican or European situations nor a secretary of state appointment. Postmaster General Burleson said he would probe mail between the United States and Sweden and the rights of belligerents to bale neutrals. The gathering included a luncheon honoring Mrs. W. Mum of Madison Wis., and nearby the Order of White Shrine installed recently elected officers at the Masonic hall. Members plan to meet the first Monday in July at the hall.

Washington, D. C Roberts Lansing Burleson United States Sweden England Order of White Shrine Masonic Hall

No Protests on School Matters

President Wilson today said the Korean governor general's order banning religious teaching in schools with a general curriculum did not affect American rights under international law. No protests have been received from American missionaries. Japanese officials explain there is no discrimination since they forbid teaching of any religion in public schools, which provide general education.

Arthur Duggan Lfeless Cody Eastards Duggan de Tag Oiser Associated Presaderied Wired Shingtons D. C Wilson Korea

Trade balance in favor of America grows

Secretary Redfield reported at a cabinet meeting that the total U S trade surplus on June 19 stood at 976 million dollars. He predicted the fiscal year ending July 1 would exceed one billion dollars, signaling a strong external position for the United States.

Washington, D. C Redfield United States

Vehicle Traffic Notice For Owners In City

Notice to all auto and vehicle owners in the city threatening strict enforcement of rules about street cars loading and unloading vehicles. Drivers must govern themselves accordingly.

Prince of Wales Reaches Majority in War Time

Lorton June 22 The prince of Wales will attain his majority tomorrow with no public celebration at the king's request. He will not return to London for the ceremony. congratulatory addresses from many yeoman and patriotic bodies will be sent to him at the front.

Lorton Prince of Wales Lamdon Yenie

U S Cruiser Ordered to Haiti Amid Haitian Tensions

The Associated Press reports a U S cruiser has been ordered to Haiti as revolutionary acts spark navy movements from Washington to Ver Graz. Rear Admiral Caperton leads forces aboard the Washington with 200 marines and seven jackets deployed. Descarter reportedly suspends actions amidst the upheaval.

Associated Press Washington, D.C Haiti Navy Caperton Washington Vers Graz Gépe Haitien Prench Urbiser Descarter Ehackets

Officers Raid River Resorts On Sunday Launch Visit Prompts Action

Sheriff Wiley led deputies to several cabin boats near the river shore amid rumors of liquor sales at vessels run by Messrs Profit and Sellers and Mrs T R Trumphy. Officers observed the resort’s popularity as subpoenas from a coroner jury surfaced during the Duggan inquest. Wet goods reportedly hoisted in the craft. raids and outcomes remained uncertain.

Sherif Deny Wilevy Rieder Loxat Levee Thal Exbdin Messrs. Profit and Sellers Ornge Street T. R. Trumphy Wiley Duggan

Italian losses admitted on Isonzo front near Plava

The Telegram reports from Lugano say General Cadorna, Italian chief of staff, officially admits heavy losses in the fighting on the Isonzo front near Plava. The notice comes via Associated Press dispatches and notes strategic strain on Italian forces.

Associated Press Berlin Lugano Switzerland Genjeral Cadorna Stat Isonzo Placa

Boy Hurt After Fall From Bicycle on Oak Street

A 10 year old boy, son of Mrs Her Ten Wiimering of 312 Oak Street, was badly injured yesterday afternoon after falling from a bicycle while riding down Oak Street.

Oak Street

Shame Into Your Shoes Alan's Foot-Ease Advertisement

Antiseptic powder promises instant relief for painful feet. Claims sting relief from coins and bunions. Instructions mention shaking a packet from a small envelope in each shoe. Over 100,900 packages reportedly used by German and Allied troops at the front. Advertisement text appears across multiple lines.

Alan

Local rider sustains leg injuries after cycle mishap

A cyclist suffered a badly cut and bruised leg with no fractures after a mishap. Dr. B. Pulliam, Sr., attended to the injuries. Further details on the accident were not provided.

Jefe 5. B. Pulliam

Censorship Tightened in Mexican Territory

Governor Jose Maytorena extended strict censorship across his domain. General officers were stationed in telegraph offices and journalists were barred from entry to the governor's offices as part of the broader control measures.

Associated Dress Nogales Sonora Mex Jose Maytorena

Final effort to save Charles Becker from execution

The final bid to save Charles Becker from the Rosenthal murder execution was made as chief counsel Martin T. Manton traveled to Albany to discuss executive clemency with Governor Whitman. The plan centered on Becker's proposed appeal for mercy from the state.

New York Charles Becker Herman Rosenthal Martin T. Manton Becker Albany Whitman

St. John Sails from Oxford En Route Home

James St. John son of Mr and Mrs TH St. John studying at University of Oxford England has informed his parents he sailed from England on Saturday and plans to return home by July.

James; St. John TH. St. John Oxford England

Dressing for Summer Sports Footwear and Attire

A reader asks about proper attire for summer sports and how to choose comfortable shoes for tennis and other activities. The Journal’s advertising pages may help readers find suitable outfits and stores for summer gear.

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