Still Work in Rural District Prompts Red Cross Drive
Wet Liberty Chapter conducts events in Muscatine County to boost Red Cross subscriptions. A meeting at Montpellor drew a large crowd led by J. L. Glewlor. Tonight a gathering at Atalisay aims to sustain drive momentum as Red Crows campaign reports growing subscription totals.
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Red Crow
Muscatine County
Montpellor
J. L. Glewlor
Woet Liberty
Jocut
Iy C. He Orbach
Red Crows
Vienna workers give liberally to Red Cross drive
A Vienna factory and various workers contributed to a Red Cross fundraising effort with totals including 81.10 from the Vienna Pen Butterton company and 3400 previously donated by the factory. Numerous named donors followed, with gifts ranging from 10 cents to several dollars, reflecting broad local support for the relief drive.
Muskies to Oppose Ardon Team Sunday
The Argon squad from nearby towns will face the Muskies Sunday afternoon at South End Park content to open at 1 o'clock. The Ardonites, despite leading the game, rely on the Independents of the city to push for a win, with Phil Cashman slated to pitch for the visitors.
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ARDON
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Musitos
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Datamen
Hoax Alert Shocks Chicago Officials Over Belgain Mission Invite
Chicago June 27 A hoax of a serious nature disrupted city hall when a telegram from Secretary Lunaing supposedly accepting an invitation to the Belgian mission reached Mayor Thompson. Investigations indicate the invitation did not come from the school board or city council. Further reports tie R I McCormick to entertaining the Italian mission and a proposed invitation to distinguished Belgians at the next council meeting. J A Leyda also covered the Modern World congress with remarks on measles and other topics.
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Thompson
Bulgars Near To War Break
Analyzed dispatch reports Bulgaria near a break with the United States amid military and economic strain. Observers warn of shifting alliances, American influence on Bulgarian elites, and potential moves to secure capital while avoiding complete reliance on either bloc.
Police Court Arrestees Plead Not Guilty on Domestic Charge
Henry Honor was arrested this afternoon on wife desertion, brought before Justice Crull, pleaded not guilty, posted 100 bond, and was released to return tomorrow at 9 to stand trial. Avelatine Toonkador, 7 Moxtean, arrested on immorality charges, released due to lack of evidence. Doonantor charged with stealing Arctic Mountain and robbing tm at 39.
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Imroony
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Juda
MIDGETS SEEK Fourth of July Baseball Game
The Midgets of thin city request a Fourth of July game with a team in or near Mugen ting. They are prepared to hook games and ask those interested to confer with McCloary by telephone No AW.
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Deferred Canning Class Meet Postponed
The RadCroan Canning class meeting set for tomorrow afternoon at the Y M C A has been postponed due to supply issues. A new date will be announced if enough vegetables and fruits are collected. contributions can be pledged by calling Mrs L P Loomis at 21666. Funeral services for Mrs John Van Zyl are scheduled for Friday at 2 p.m. at Greenwood Chapel with Rev JT Graves officiating. Nearby, Mrs Altey and daughter Margaret of San Antonio, visiting Bayfield, will spend the summer with relatives in Enclair. Traffic on Shields-crowning was halted briefly to remove a section of the right of way. W W Mull of Rockport Ind will visit his daughter and then go to Memphis Tenn to work in the Watson Button factory. Wedding licenses were issued to F H Orr and Thae Mae Brown, and V Ry Calvert and Hatta McGowan. Birth notices include a girl for Mr and Mrs Bert Reboy and a boy for Mrs O A Bortchild of Konsand City to visit home in Key City.
Regulars Fall Short of War Strength Target Says War Dept
Washington reports indicate the regular army will come up at least fifty thousand men short of the war strength goal despite Wilson's call for seventy thousand volunteers. Early recruiting shows a weak response with several states reporting few or no recruits, and officials fear further days may not lift totals. Minor enlistments run around ten percent with only small gains expected as campaigns continue.
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Germany
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Menico Rummoves Duties in Mexico City Import Changes
June 27 report from Mexico City states government orders removed duties on essentials including foodstuffs from July 1, with further removals on related staples and petroleum products. The action aims to curb price surges and ease shortages, amid inflation pressure and potential market ripples in the United States and beyond. The piece also notes competitive sport results mentioning a Chicago team and individual performances, reflecting a broader citywide news brief.
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Mexico City
Mexico
United States
Public notice of sewer improvement plan in Muscatine Iowa
Public notice from Muscatine City Council announces planned Main Sewer District No. 33 improvements. It details the proposed 18 inch concrete or vitrified pipe sewer on Town Avenue, estimated cost $410, showing 50 percent to be assessed as special tax on abutting properties and 20 percent paid by the city. Objections due July 6, 1917, hearing at 7:90 p.m. in City Hall.
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Schorlulo
Aid Piat
Town Avenue
Aido
Second Street
Muscatine
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Ciyy Couneil
Marestine
Towa
Jans
City Recorder
American ships sunk by divers and torpedoes in war events
A scrambled wartime update reports multiple ships sunk or damaged near Bombay and the French coast. The Galina 991 tons was sunk off France on June 25 with 18 aboard. several other vessels including the Gunhild and a Norwegian steamer are listed as sunk or torpedoed, with survivors noted in scattered dispatches from Washington and London.
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India
Rotant
France
Sue
Marshall
Aiong
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Cnilan
Brent
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Innish
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State Department
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Yanhon Hag
Aivad
Kong Mlunken
Red Cross Gala Promotes Patriotism And Charity
A large society party at on Mulberry Avenue raised funds for the local Red Cross chapter. Attendees wore patriotic colors, featured a cake walk, candy booths, and a concert by the Pirat Baptist church choir. Proceeds benefited the Red Cross with decorations in red white and blue and symbols throughout the lawn.
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Pretty wedding at the Mioglin home in Oregon Street
A noon ceremony at the home of Mr. and Mrs. August Mioglin, 1712 Oregon Street, united Miss Esther Wanda Maox Tin to Lloyd Lovelett of Washington. Rev. William Martens officiated. attendants included Miss Milods Maoglin and John Measinger. Numerous pink and white flowers adorned the setting as guests celebrated with a three course wedding dinner. The couple planned travel to Washington for a second celebration before returning to their new home.
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August Mioglin
Oregon Street
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Daylight Bills Passes Senate
The daylight daylight bill passed the Senate without discussion or record vote and was sent to the house. It would move clocks forward one hour from the last Sunday in April to the last Sunday in September next year. Russia agitator Lenin spoke for peace without annexation or indemnity, while Volensk y read a closely similar document. At Petrograd a resolution rejected any peace terms with Germany or Russia. Simultaneously, a revival of Russian revolutionary democracy was urged.
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Up-to-date Club Meeting at Mrs Kinley’s Cedar Street
A newly organized Up-to-date club will meet Thursday afternoon at Mrs Kinley’s Cedar Street home. The event includes a Kenneling and social hour. the gathering ends as scheduled. Members of St Mary’s church Ladies’ oral society also host tomorrow afternoon at Mrs Gust a Wols’ Wort Tenth Street home with invitations extended to attendees.
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July Fourth plans face public celebration doubts in Muscatine
Doubts surfaced on July 1 as Muscatine preparatory committees weighed using funds for a creditable public celebration against urgent needs. Local business leaders favored applying money to practical uses amid wartime food policies and broader economic strains. River forecasts show Davenport area improving. Muscatine's celebration likely to be limited or canceled with little chance from La Claire to Muscatine.
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Circus Draws Large Davenport Crowd Amid Road Improvements
A Barnum and Malloy circus drew many spectators in Davenport as roads to town were reported in excellent condition except for a few graded streets. An exit car and shuttle runs operated to move crowds from rural areas. around 100 people traveled to Davenport by car via the G D and M line.
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