Love Cold Wife Sues His Folks Seeks Damages
Ada Staley sues Chas Staley and wife for 2500 dollars alleging parental interference caused separation and alienated affections. The couple’s Seventh Day Adventist beliefs sparked conflict as the wife claims the parents urged a split while the defendants deny fault and say they advised their son amid repeated quarrels.
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Ata
Cale
Ada Staley
Chas i Staley
Seventh Day
Louis Staley
Axa Pariini
Dammeee
Shusband
Lewis
Tin
Many Attend Ele Convention at Ottumwa
A two day program for the annual ele convention in Ottumwa includes gate registration Wednesday morning, an automobile company entertainment, a patriotic parade and song service with Governor W J Harding, a dance at 10 pm, and Thursday features a business session, talks by Thomas Fairweather, and a musical program with Hazel Norfolk, Marion Speer, Tedward Bhike, Fred Staltar, Jens Spurgeon, Mrs Max Mayer, Mrs H Moschell, and LeRoy Phillips.
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Ottumwa
Lncal Jodge
Ottumwa Automobile Company
Tedward Bhike
Fred Staltar
Jens Spurgeon
Max Mayer
Town City
H. Moschell
LeRoy Phillips
Norton Now Off Scotland Coast
A letter from Kenneth Norton of 1166 Joncas Street describes life off the Scotland coast during wartime. He notes exhausted but resolute Scottish youth fighting in Grand Fleet regiments and outlines harsh rationing while praising national grit. Norton serves aboard the United States Steamer Ganonicus and reenlisted at the war’s start. The piece also lists marriages of Margaret Christenson to Clarence Kisor and Rita Hurlman to Edward Maher.
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Scotland
Kenneth Norton
Grand Fleet
Norton
Elo
United States
Ganonicus
Margaret June Christenson
Clarence Wilkinson Kisor
Rita Helen Hurlman
Edward G. Maher
War Machinery Set in Motion and Draft Enrollments Rise
Government war effort accelerates in Muscatine county with a 17000 man national call and a push to fill class one lists. Four hundred colored registrants, two hundred mechanical trainees, and two distinct drafting paths target Moone and Sioux City areas for training and assignment beginning July 16.
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Muscatine County
Eure
Adjutant General's Office
Os Moines
Muscatina County
Herit
Moosahouri
Slanx City
Iowa Might Receive Some Hard Coal Amid Fuel Talks
Washington sent promises of relief as Iowa seeks coal concessions. Delegation reports no formal order yet but expects some easing. traders voice concern over uneven distribution and potential hardship. Home fuel users may face furnace overhauls or new heating systems if aid arrives slowly.
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Washington
W. G. Block
Iowa
Hundreds Attend Pleasant Prairie Methodist Episcopal Reunion
More than a hundred people gathered for the Pleasant Prairie Methodist Episcopal church anniversary and reunion rally held over the weekend. The closing meeting featured reminiscences by longtime residents and readings of letters from members unable to attend.
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Pleasant Praiie Methodcal ‘Episcopal Church
Wilton Gospel Team Hosts Anniversary Services
A Wilton church enjoyed its anniversary services with an afternoon program by the Gospel Team featuring a male quartet and a trio of young women on piano. Special services were held morning and Saturday evening with addresses by Rav. H.C. Millco and church choir music. A picnic dinner followed at noon.
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Ann
Wilton
Rav
H.C. Millco
German Enemy Aliens Must Register Under War Measures
Fewer than expected women have registered by the June 27 deadline under the war regulation. After expiry, unregistered enemy women may be arrested and interned. With a total of about fifty German enemy aliens, authorities expect most women in this group to register to avoid arrest.
US Railroad Control Echoes in Court Case
Muscatine faces an unusual challenge as W H Hoopes Sons seek 176.84 for melons spoiled during transit to Frusiland. The suit argues delays by Minneapolis and St. Louis lines caused damage while the government claims it cannot be sued during wartime. Keane Funeral Wednesday in Dubuque. Archbishop Keane’s funeral mass set for 9 am, with burial at Mount Olive following state rites.
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Ubher
United States
Muscatine
W. H. Hoopes & Sons
Frusiland
Ang Wais
Minneapolis & St. Louis Inc
Maarshalltown
Keane
Dubuque
Towa
Atate
Mount Olive
Investments for Sale by TMtus Loan and Investment Co
The TMtus Loan and Investment Co offers mortgage secured notes in many denominations from 100 to 10000 dollars. Investments are marketed as sound, with farms inspected and a promise of expert guidance. Most loans offer six percent interest. interested parties are invited to inquire by writing or calling for full details.
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Tmtus Loan & Investment Co
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