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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
4
In hot weather a waxy skin treatment promises a fresh look by absorbing heat damage and clearing pores. An ounce of anereolized reser SUNCAPIE applied nightly and washed off in the morning allegedly brightens complexions, while saxatite powder mixed with hazel water is billed as more refreshing than rest.
Thieves entered an empty residence at 213 West Third Street and removed valuables from the Wie Blanchard family of Wilton. Entry method unknown with doors and windows left unlocked. Loss included linens, silverware, and kitchen utensils. the family plans to move soon.
Mrs T C Cateon widow of a former Johnson County Savings Bank president was found dead in a bed. She leaves five sons all noted businessmen including George Carson of the Muscatine and Iowa City Interurban company. The report cites a separate note about Mrs Johnson’s husband dying after a fall in Philadelphia.
Mr and Mrs W F Bishop of 412 West Second street left early today for Albany due to their son Jerome Bishop of Hudson NY falling ill He underwent an appendectomy at St Peters hospital Albany and was reported by ward staff to be recovering though in serious condition
The North Muscatine Circuit of churches holds its quarterly conference Monday afternoon June 28 at 2 o'clock at Pack Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church. Dr. Gilbert of Washington, Iowa, will attend and deliver an address. It is the last official meeting of the year and expected to be well attended with all church representatives present.
Penograd June 2. Russian critics liken the Galicia retirement and evacuation of Lemberg to General Nofire's Marne retreat. They call such a withdrawal def ira lack of strategic impact beyond saving a large population center. Optimism runs high for an early recapture of Lemberg despite no property damage reported.
Des Moines June 24 resolutions express confidence in President Wilson handling the war, ask prayers from churches and school workers, and request a peace conference of neutral states. The jubilee convention adopted them here with Clinton favored for next gathering and officers to be elected before adjournment.
Sheriff Wiley reports two men posing as husband and wife admitted burglaries in Illinois towns after face to face evidence. Monmouth officers identified articles found with the suspects, including a valuable dress later returned to its owner.
Washington reports that Britain's memorandum on its orders in council, invoked in response to American protests over interference with commerce, will be released by the state department for publication tomorrow. The document is seen as a further reply to prior U S arguments impacting future policy.
Francisco Trujillo, an Indian commander aiding Governor Maylorena in the Agua Prieta siege, left with his staff after an episode at a dance hall where he allegedly fired on revelers. Yaqui forces reportedly killed two at Cruz De Piedra and fired on a train near Empalme. Imaris village and a railroad station were attacked and burned between here and Matdalani.
Wichita Kansas June 24 mystery surrounds the murder of B J Brad tey organizer for the Industrial Workers of the World whose body was found in a sand bank near Arlington Kansas yesterday. His head was crushed and a rope was tied tightly about his neck.
Fredonia from June 54 reports John Mulligan of Columbus Junction calling on Fredonia families. Mrs. Joe Reed and Mrs. Henry Swallsinger visited relatives. Wilk Skipton family hosted by Harve Skipton. East Concord guests L of Dadmyer spent Monday with Vex Daniel family. Fred Snyder of Marshalltown stayed with brother Im Snyder. Scott Vandyite and Albert with Ray Coleman and Cort Mosley visited near Cone. Several local calls and suppers noted with Solomon and Medwell families in Columbus Junction.
An old advertisement touts Delatone for hair removal, claiming a paste made with powdered Delatone and water removes unwanted hair in about two minutes. It warns to ensure genuine Delatone to avoid disappointment and describes rubbing off the paste and washing the skin.
Miss Sophie Behrens hosted a pleasant Ced ar Street gathering last evening complimenting Miss Helen Rhodes, Harry Hagermann and Jacob Behrens. The event featured music games a mock marriage with Helen Rhodes as bride Raymond Ribbins as groom Margaret Lechner bridesmaid and Henry Behrens best man Jesse Walleva minister and the home was decorated with pink and white streamers and Japanese lanterns A birthday luncheon was served for twenty.
A party of ten young people gathered for an outing at the Muscatine slough last evening. A picnic supper was served at 6:30 followed by boat riding. Attending were Arey and the Miezes, Flora Beringer, Michael, Mildrea Morgan, Louis Seavers, Idabee Davis, Harold Barnard, Edward Rosenmund, Ralph Lonr, William Else, and Edward Klein.
Mrs Gerharive served as hostess to members of the L. A. club at her Gilbert street residence. Carl Gebhardt entertained about ten members and visitors with social time and needle work. Refreshments were served at the close of the afternoon. Mrs J. W. Frith will host the memory at Monroe street in three weeks from yesterday, July 14.
The Mensberg of the Starthy Mase of the First Methodist Episcopal church enjoyed a pleasant social session yesterday afternoon at the church parlors. Sixteen members were in attendance and a delightful afternoon was spent in a social manner with a kissing ton after which dainty refreshments were served. The next regular session is to be held the third Wednesday in July.
A large attendance at the Ladies Aid society of St. John's United Brethren gathered yesterday at Mrs Vernon Legler's home in Sev enty Six township The group planned a meeting in two weeks on Wednesday July 7 at a member's home continuing their community efforts and fellowship
A Royal Neighbors session drew large attendance last evening as five candidates were initiated and five applicants were ballot ed. The next meeting will be held in three weeks on July 24, with a large class expected to be initiated.
The Congregational church and its Sunday school children enjoyed an outdoor gathering at Weed Park yesterday. It was the annual picnic with games and outdoor amusements followed by a 6:20 p m banquet. St Marys home baking sale at Angolms Saturday afternoon Adr
Sergeant Edward J. Cox of Battery B, Weld Arsenal, arrives from Fort Sam Houston to command the recently organized local artillery battery for a three year detail. He will meet with local artillerymen, oversee upcoming equipment deliveries, and begin field maneuvers as drills precede live moves.
Ainsworth and surrounding towns bustle with social calls and visits as residents travel to Cedar Falls, Washington, Muscatine, and Des Moines. Relatives and friends gather for weddings, funerals, and Epworth League events while local residents welcome guests from Crawfordsville, Columbus Junction, and Lincoln Nebraska.
An advertorial note promotes Alten's Foot-Base antiseptic powder and foot bath use for immediate relief of hot swollen feet after long days at the California Expositions. It claims long standing effectiveness and includes a testimonial about enjoying the expo.
The Cozy, owned by Captain Frank Boke, will begin regular trips to Geneva Island starting next Tuesday. Departures from the local landing are at 9 a.m. on weekdays, with three trips on Sundays, while the W. J. B. under Captain Moore is already in regular service and busy. The river area shows rising traffic as summer grows.
Johnny Simpson of Gatesburg and Maah Pix of Springfeld open a 36 hole match to decide the 181 championship. Simpson won the title at Galesburg in 1919 while Dixon held it in 1911 Springfield and 1932 Bloomington. Simpson’s 76 on the Peoria course is the year’s best. Semis in 2nd 3rd and 4th flights are today. Joe Gernard and Phi Miller meet Alex Long and Join Coulter in tennis semi finals.
Columbus Junction Iowa June 24 notices list H. H. Turiington traveling to Chicago with four passengers. Mrs T S Meeker visiting Letts relatives. Miss Madge Duncan back from Morning Sun. Arthur Springer from Wapello. M D Secrist return from Palisades Cedar. Mrs Jennison Letts visiting sister H S Tarkington. Mrs E E Shellabarger Letts changing cars in Iowa City. Union revival by S O N of the cemetery Cob. City to begin 8 pm Friday for 16 days. Mrs FE R Rock returns from Davenport. Mrs John Davis arrives from West Draneh to visit parents. Mr and Mrs Bliven of Conesville visit. Mrs Mary Taylor returns from Gladwin. Magivtinger returns to Tucson accompanied by her father Al Paschal. Mrs Gamble and daughter Nellie Fredonia visit. Mrs S S Wilcox and daughter Ova Mars visit farmer R F Dunstan.
Mrs. Clara Whitney of Clinton visited her sister Mrs. Wi Avers and mother Mrs. May in Columbus City with brothers John and Lester. W F Paugh to spend summer in Chicago with son Walter in Spokane Wash. Mesd 0 P and Orlie Wilcox visited B Knott family. Miss Bessie Moore returned from Wapello after teaching exam. Mrs. Frank Isett back from Wapello. Mrs. Margaret Thomann returns to Riverside with A F Thomann and Ruth. Mrs. Ollie Shearer and Jane back from Williamsburg via Cedar Rapids. Myrtle Carpenter of Chicago to represent the Chicago University at the Panama-Pacific exposition. to attend lawn party at Rev SR Drake’s home. Five men, four negro soldiers at Fort Riley, drowned in Republican river. bodies not recovered. identity of the drowned not established.
A Canadian casualty list issued today by the Allied wire reports two killed, fourteen wounded, seven prisoners in Germany, with many prisoners also listed as wounded. Gas exposure noted among those affected. Died in Kansas listed with incident at Junction City on June 24.
Gladys Hichelberger from near Muses tne spends two weeks with her aunt Mrs. J C Watts. Georgiana Baicks hosts the Jolly Friend Circle with twelve members enjoying readings and a pleasant afternoon followed by refreshments. Local social notes mention visits from Me and Mrs C Write and others, plus dinners and Sunday gatherings.
A classified notice offers two acres of land with good buildings for sale on easy terms and includes an invitation to work for the owner by the year. Respond to H. A. Maris at Ames Worth Iowa for details.
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