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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1910

Page

12

Local News notes car travel and new owners

Frank Bowman promotes Studebaker buggies and carriages. John A. Robbins offers fire insurance with weekly installment land purchases. J Jim Hoopes advertises. Mr and Mrs A J Johnson and son Alfred toured by automobile from La Salle Illinois to visit Mr and Mrs Guy M Olds. Mrs Johnson is Mrs Olds sister.

Studebaker Frank Bowman A. J. Johnson Alfred la Salle Ill Guy M. Olds Mrs. Johnson Mrs. Olds

Mule Kicks Child Near Dowdel Farm

The two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Dowdel, living four miles north of the city, was kicked in the head by a mule yesterday afternoon. The scalp on the forepart of the head was torn away. Dr. J. L. Klein was summoned for treatment.

John Dowdel J. L. Klein

Deputy State Organizer Visits Local Aerie Last Night

O E Goforth deputy state organizer from Washington Indiana visited the local Aerie last evening. He arrived from his home where he had installed an Aerie Monday evening and returned to Washington late last night.

O. E. Goforth Washington, In Washington

Returned from Morrison to aid ill grandmother

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Nabor have returned home from Morrison Illinois where they were summoned by the serious illness of Mrs Annie Vogel aged 91. Mr and Mrs Henry Nabor departed last night to be at her bedside.

Peter Nabor Morrison Annie Vogel Henry Nabor

Young Couple Wed in Letts Closer Ceremony

John Carpenter aged 29 and Miss Ida May Viner aged 15, both of Letts Iowa, wed today by Justice Jerry Carl. The ceremony was witnessed by a few and the couple will reside in Letts.

John Carpenters Ida May Viner Letts Iowa Jerry Carl

For Sale Items Include Driving Horses and Buggy

A classified notice lists items for sale including driving horses and buggy, a drop-head Singer sewing machine, and a house and lot from Fidelity Loan Co at 423 West Front Street. A second notice seeks a good girl for general house work at 1206 Mulberry Avenue, phone 1015-Y.

Fidelity Loan Co West Front St Mulberry Ave

Bishop Seen As Next Commodore In Power Boat Association

W F Bishop, vice commodore of the Mississippi Valley Power Boat Association, may become commodore if friends succeed. He has been a key figure since the group’s founding and is in line for promotion with the Peoria meeting next week. Meanwhile Davenport eyes the 1911 regatta, with Muscatine delegates urging support while hoping to remain at the home city. Charles Hansey Lou Kemptner head to Peoria aboard the Ethel II as others plan to attend in Bishop’s automobile.

W. F. Bishop Mississippi Valley Power Boat Asociation Bishop Peoria St. Louis Davenport Charles P. Hansey Lou Kemptner M Hanley Jerome H. C. Althaker A. C. Adams L. C. Lenck Frank Halstead

City Council Orders Track Removal on Iowa Avenue

At the latest city council meeting the attorney was instructed to notify Citizens' Railway & Light to remove the abandoned track on Iowa avenue between Front and Second streets within ten days. The rails and ties along the South End line past Front street will be torn up, requiring extensive work and time.

Citizens’ Railway & Light Company Iowa Avenue Front Second Streets Front Street

Patriotic Service Sunday At Presbyterian Church Lawn

A patriotic religious meeting will be held Sunday evening at 7:30 on the Presbyterian church lawn, likely with all downtown churches uniting. Chairs will line the lawn, popular singing led by a good leader, and several short informal addresses on religion and patriotism. Speakers and themes to be announced later.

Presbyterian Church Muscatine

Pastor Balcoff Installed At Junction Church

Columbus Junction Iowa June 29 Special At the Central Presbyterian church Rev T M Balcoff is installed as pastor with Rev George Cleaver Montezuma presiding and propounding questions Dr J N Elliott Muscatine delivering the sermon Rev John N Griffin Keota giving the charge to the people and Rev D W Morgan Sigourney the charge to the pastor Special music will feature the services.

Columbus Junction Central Presbyterian Church T. M. Balcoff George Cleaver Montezuma Iowa City D. W. Morgan Sigourney

New Pastor Arrives as Muscatine Church Prepares Install

Rev H B Mollema arrives to take charge as pastor of the Reformed church of Muscatine. Installation service planned at West Hill church with Rev William Duiker and Rev Manson assisting. Father Rev B Mollema attends. expected large turnout. Services will be bilingual with Holland in the morning and English in the evening.

H. B. Mollema Reformed Church of Mollema The Reformed Church Holland

Farm Hand Injured Making Hay Near Wild Cat's Den

A. Carlson, working on Miss E. C. Brandt's farm near Wild Cat's Den, sustained a painful hay carrier accident this morning. His hand was badly lacerated and he sought medical care in the city with Dr. T. F. Beveridge attending.

A. Carlson E. C. Brandt Wild Cat's den Hig T. F. Beveridge

Thompson named solicitor of the treasury

Washington June 29 William T Thompson of Nebraska has been appointed solicitor of the treasury to succeed Maurice D O Connell who has resigned The appointment places Thompson in a senior legal post within the treasury department and completes the recent leadership change announced in the capital

Washington, D. C William T. Thompson Nebraska Solicitor of the Treasury Maurice D. O’connell

Jewelers Offer Quick Gold Band Ring Making On Site

This store highlights carrying the latest jewelry appliances and offers to craft gold band rings in flat oval or Tiffany shapes while customers wait. Bring in your old gold and try their service.

Clinton Drops From Northern Baseball Franchise

Clinton Iowa reports the Clinton club has relinquished its franchise in the Northern Baseball association. Officials cite failed management by Ted Sullivan and an inability to make the team a paying proposition since the season’s start. News comes from the Iowa Evening Press dated June 29.

Iowa Evening Press Clinton, Ia Clinton Club Northern Baseball Association Burton Jacksonville Association Clinton Northern Association Ted Sullivan Northern Sullivan

Turbulent season ends for Tigers and Camels after falloff

Attendance dwindled as the city league hopes faded over the past week amid frequent managers changes and a largely new lineup. The team could not secure wins and appears unable to endure past Independence Day, with scheduled games at home and away falling through.

Tigers Camels

Tourists Pass Through Wilton on Glidden Tour

The first Glidden tour cars reached Wilton Iowa at 3 05 pm and by 3 40 pm nine cars had passed. Wilton’s streets were decorated with Welcome banners but the group did not stop, moving on escorted by Davenport and Rock Island cars toward the Tri Cities.

Wilton Davenport Rock Ireland Tri-Cities

Virgil Earl Weismiller First Birthday Honor

The first birthday anniversary of Virgil Earl Weismiller, son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Weismiller of Spruce Street, was celebrated Tuesday afternoon at home. Thirty guests enjoyed 2 to 6 pm with games music and amusements. Jardine Howe played a piano solo and a duet by the Schmer sisters. Refreshments at 5 pm followed a stop at Reservoir Park for more games and tokens of remembrance were given to the guest of honor.

Virgil Earl Weismiller Joseph Weismiller Spruce Street Jardine Howe Schmer Reservoir Park

Dinner Guests Include Kaisers Mosquas in Eau Claire

Mr and Mrs John Kaiser and daughters Hulda and Florence of Eau Claire Wisconsin entertained Tuesday evening with Mr and Mrs Charles Mosqua and Miss Teresa at a local dinner party.

John Kaiser Hulda Florence Eau Claire Wis Charles Mosqua Teresa

Moylan and Birdie Parry Dine With Hahn Hosts

Moylan and her guest Miss Birdie Parry of Oskaloosa attended a 6 30 dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Charles Hahn Tuesday evening. Four courses were served and floral decor featured sweet peas and ferns. Mrs P J Fahey and Mrs Charles Hahn plan a 6 20 dinner Thursday at Weed Park club house for Mr and Mrs Young of New Orleans guests of Mr and Mrs John Van Lent with Four Leaf Clover club members invited.

Moylan Birdie Parry Oskaloosa Charles Hahn P. J. Fahey Young New Orleans John van Lent West Eighth Street Weed Park Clic House Four Leaf Clover Club

Major John Sewing Circle Hosts Social Meeting

The Major John Sewing Circle gathered Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. John Spence's home at 412 Pond Street for a regular meeting. Button sewing and social visiting filled the time, followed by refreshments. The group will meet again a week from Thursday at Mrs. William Zetler’s on West Eighth Street.

Major John Sewing Circle John Spence Pond Street William Zetler West Eighth Street

Winslow Shows Agent Seeks Muscatine Permit

L. C. Kelley general agent for Winslow Shows visited Mayor Hill and City Recorder Brannan to arrange a Muscatine presentation this year. No permit has yet been granted for the shows.

L. C. Kelley Winslow W. S. Hill Brannan Muscatine

Two Arrests Follow Fight In East Town

Information filed in Justice H. Howe's court charges John Spence and Max Fuhlman with assault and battery. It is alleged they engaged in a quarrel Monday night in the east part of town. The arrests were made today and they will appear in court tomorrow.

H. 8. Howe John Spence Max Fuhlman

Muscatine Doctor to Present Paper at Annual Homeopathic Meeting

Dr. A B Clapp travels to Chicago for the twenty third annual convention of the American Homeopathic Eye Ear Nose and Throat society at the Hotel Blackstone June 30 to July 2. He will present a paper on Saturday and return home after the session concludes.

Muscatine A. B. Clapp Chicago American Homeopathic Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Society Blackstone

Masonic Degree Conferral Cancelled in Iowa City Lodge

Special communication for Thursday evening June 30th by Iowa City lodge No. 4 A F and A M was called off per order of the Worshipful Master.

Brethren of Iowa City A. F A. M W. M

Duke D'Ale noon Dies Grandson of Louis Philippe

London reports the death of Duke D'Ale noon, grandson of King Louis Philippe who was deposed in 1848. The obituary notes his lineage and the historic royal connection as he passes away on June 29.

Duke D'Alenoon London Louis Philippe

Snyder's unveils new buggy promising life enjoyment

Snyder's launches a new buggy claiming to enhance daily living with improved comfort and mood. The company highlights design refinements and user friendly features aimed at delivering a joyful riding experience for owners.

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Peosta James Beach & Sons Dubuque, Ia Beach the Money Saving Store Second St Wax Siegel John A. Robbins J. Jim Hoopes Mule Kicks Logal Aerie M. V Torney Noti Fy Citizens’ Railway Company Junction Church J. N. Elliott Has Thompson O'Connell Barnard’s H.F. Barnard Co Jewelers North ERN Association Nievel’s Jalonack I. Nierel & Son Muscatine's Ideal Jewelry Store M. L. Jalonack S- Qe Mayree Iowa Lodge No. 2 H. P. & Passen Conley’s Garage West Second St Bear River F. M. Cooper J. G. Kammerer Roelt Snyder's
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