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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
13
A son was born Monday to Mr and Mrs Drew Davidson of 518 LeRoy Street. An apron sale by the First M E Ladies at the YMCA Friday afternoon. Wanted to buy a second hand roll top desk good condition cheap Wilsons Shoe store.
A minor wreck occurred in the South Muscatine yards late this afternoon when the air pipe of a Rock Island extra west bound freight car broke. The weight of cars behind it crushed the car, ending in its destruction. The west bound track was blocked for a time and the east bound track was briefly blocked.
In district court Judge D W Jackson found for defendant in the promissory note action by George F Baker administrator versus Dan Smith and Charles Henderson. Jeanette Gross was granted a divorce from Rudolph Gross yesterday.
Late changes on the local cattle market quote choice light at nine dollars per hundredweight, choice heavy at eight ninety, rough heavy at eight fifty, and stags at eight fifty as traders adjust offerings.
At a coroner inquest today over Frank Sandler the jury ruled death accidental by drowning on June 22 in the Muscatine slough likely from a fall during an epileptic seizure. Jurors were Aaron Angle William Loose and George Winters. Witnesses included John Funck Mrs Austina Sandler Ed Faulhaber and George Deller.
William E. Booth of East Hill, blind, fell while carrying an old kettle and cut an artery in his right arm on the vessel. He received immediate medical aid from Dr. E. B. Fulham, with great difficulty in stopping the blood flow, though the wound was not immediately fatal.
Transfers documented by Titus Loan & Investment Co include Maud McCoy to Maria McCoy Lot 2 Block 9 North Muscatine for 2259 dollars and misc deeds such as Beach to Whicher and Kephart to Gatton with prices from 1 to 1300 dollars. Other transfers cover Lots in Wilton and South Park addition Muscatine with values around 300 to 325 dollars and a Fletcher Deshler subdivision parcel for 190 dollars.
Lee W. Severin and Lillian Weimar of Davenport traveled to Muscatine to marry. After locating Clerk McKee and summoning Judge Jerry Carl, the couple were wed in the clerk's office. Katherine B. Homer and Warren Davis, West Liberty residents, also wed in Judge Carl's office in a simple ceremony. Mr. Davis and Mr. Homer recently bought a hotel in West Branch and plan to take possession July 1.
The funeral of Kenneth Anderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Anderson, who was killed by a street car, was conducted at their Seventh and Oak home by Rev. J. C. H. Light. Interment followed at Greenwood cemetery with pallbearers Frank and William Moore and Howard and Glen Kintzle.
Paris June 23 Prof Lannelongue senator and Institute of France member unveils in the senate a plan to raise France birthrates. Proposals include mandatory marriage for government workers over 25, extended service for celibates over 29, and allowing fathers to fully bequeath property. Supported by many Academy members.
Manager Lou Walters claims umpire Donavan and La Rocque fixed recent games to favor Elgin. He cites a telegram alleging a two run error favored the Kitties and says Elgin will not host a Camels win. Walters says witnesses overheard talks plotting to tilt the Camel-Kittle series into Elgin’s column.
An advertisement urges readers to take Cham berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets before bed to relieve sluggish liver dullness and bilious feelings. Sold by all dealers.
Davidson's golf squad extended its lead at Geneva Golf and Country Club reaching eighteen points after a week of play. Results show C J Jackson over George Reeder 1 up, C V Jackson over Walter Molis 2 up, McBride over Elliott 3 up, J A Davidson over Jayne 4 up, and nine other close matches reflecting a productive period for the Davidson team.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt told the Hamilton club of Chicago that he cannot promise a date for a speech but expects to return from Kansas City and Cheyenne around September 19. He recalled early meetings with the club and noted a heavy workload as he spoke from his editorial office desk.
At commencement exercises in Pella last week the college announced the second $100,000 toward a permanent endowment had been raised and showed encouraging progress. Dr John H Bey was elected president of the Baptist school.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness shown during our bereavement and for the many floral offerings. Signed: Mr and Mrs Jesse Blake.
Stella Weber, 14, daughter of Robert Weber of Lucas street, was spotted Tuesday afternoon by Fairport area workers along the Rock Island line about two miles west of Fairport. The girl, dressed as a boy, covered her face and did not speak as she approached, then headed toward the river near Wyoming Hill after passing the workers.
Ten friends gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs D R Foster 513 East Eleventh street Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock to celebrate Durward Foster's thirteenth birthday. Guests included Leo McGaw Harriet Shinabarger Muriel Foster Ruth Willis Fern Crow Corrine Crow Ellsworth Kendig Forest Payne Paul Chamberlain and Norton Barnard who brought tokens and enjoyed light refreshments after games and amusements.
Mrs. H Warkentien from Chicago hosts the Ladies' Aid society at the German Congregational church. A good turnout worked on projects, refreshments were served, and about forty five members went to Weed park for an afternoon and evening picnic.
Miss Mary Hintman daughter of Mrs Matilda Hintman 519 East Seventh street and Rufus Brown Jr were united in marriage Wednesday evening at 730 in the First Baptist church study by Rev C E Bryden assistant pastor They left for a week visit at Mr Browns sister near West Liberty and will live at 519 East Seventh street.
Miss Ellen H. Mark daughter of F J Mark will marry Sidney Pires of Toronto Canada next Tuesday morning at Trinity Episcopal church. The Rev A I E Boss will perform the ceremony and a wedding breakfast and reception will follow at the home of Miss Mark s aunt Mrs E J Zeidler 118 West Sixth Street.
Mrs Samuel Hoover presided as hostess of Grace Lutheran church society in the church parlors on Wednesday afternoon. A good attendance and much work were accomplished with refreshments served at the close.
Members of the Ladies Aid Society of the United Brethren church enjoyed an afternoon of quilting and button sewing during their regular Wednesday meeting.
Pleasant Prairie reports a lively week with a Saturday dance at Stecher’s, fishing trips yielding good luck, and visitors from Davenport and Kansas staying with locals. Masons attended lodge, neighbors visited, gas lights arrive, and I L Fowler conducted business in Muscatine.
Clement J. Welch of Muscatine has been appointed district commercial manager and special counsel for the Bell Telephone company at Sioux City. He will oversee the northwest territory, covering about 150 cities in Iowa and Nebraska, succeeding the late Russell P. Hampton. Welch is the son of Mr and Mrs Michael Welch of West Seventh street and recently graduated from the State University of Iowa College of Law.
A Tipton team defeated a nine-strong Wilton lineup in a one sided game. Swartzlander pitched a star game for Tipton with fourteen strikeouts and only two hits allowed. Huber handled deliveries while Wilton’s battery comprised Edge Ford and Kilion.
Dr. A J Oliver of Muscatine was found guilty of speeding in West Liberty before Justice Jones, fined five dollars and costs, and filed an appeal bond to move the case to district court. The incident stemmed from a runaway that injured Frank Elliott of West Liberty, with Elliott blaming Oliver's car though Oliver blamed the fractious horse. The case was represented by attorney J G Kantmeier.
Blue Grass residents share a Sunday with the J. C. Watts family and other local hosts. Visitors include Mr. and Mrs. Hoffmeyer and family, Miss Myrtle Benshoof and brother, and the Bancks, Saltan, Bohnsack, and Watts households. Attendees join a bird shoot, graduation events, and a Ladies' Picnic near Blue Grass while others travel to Davenport and Stockton.
Community scenes include families visiting relatives across Illinois City. M W of A plans a Cassel grave picnic on July 4 with a Muscatine band. Local church events feature Halberg of Rock Island speaking at the Sunday school rally at Longview Park in Rock Island.
The Hazel Dell gathering reported a joyful Friday night ice cream social with all attendees enjoying a merry occasion.
Dana Crawford shows no improvement while Grandmother Williamson remains gravely ill. Many residents visit Aledo for family matters, burial services, and supplies. Religious groups report socials and district conferences with large attendance. Rev Fisk to preach at Buffalo Prairie. Children’s Day event held by M E church. Mrs. Bailey visits after regional conference.
The article discusses ancient white skulls with strong brow ridges and absent nasal bridges, noting how trauma would affect a person lacking a defined nasal bridge. It argues that modern comparisons imply deep links between physical and cultural traits, reflecting biased racial thinking.
An elderly man recalls prior protests against harvesting machinery when it threatened farm labor. He notes factories were burned by incendiaries, yet today machinery is widespread, yet agricultural labor remains scarce, with higher product prices and wages than before. Source cites the New York Tribune.
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