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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
14
Federal grand jury returned nine indictments against pools alleged to operate as the wire trust. The item notes the actions of the pool operators in New York City as of June 29. Also mentions a clearance sale at McColm Dry Goods Co offering $1.00 foulards for 75 cents per yard.
Boston Americans lost the first game of a doubleheader at home to the Highlanders this afternoon. The final score was 4 to 2 with Warhop and Sweeney credited for Boston and Wood and Numamaker for the Highlanders. Umpires were Egan and Sheridan.
The defense in the trial of Rodney J. Diegle Senate sergeant at arms rested its case today in Columbus Ohio after the morning session opened. The defendant is charged with abetting in the alleged bribery of State Senator L. R. Andrews.
McColm Dry Goods Co announces a sale event featuring Linen Coats and Woot Coats starting Friday and continuing through Saturday. Details include promotional pricing and availability at the store location.
The funeral of the late John Weaver will be held Saturday at 10 o’clock in the U B church at Letts Iowa with burial in the local cemetery.
A devastating blaze in Van Horn Iowa on June 29 destroyed the electric light plant and endangered the business district. Estimated losses exceed $14,000 with the cause of the fire still unknown.
A Clear ance sale at McColm Dry Goods Co features a beautiful line of Gingham Dresses offered at ridiculous prices. Store promotes deep discounts to attract shoppers and clear stock.
The second day of institute examinations conducted by Superintendent M F Cronin ended with fifty two teachers testing. Tomorrow the final day moves from the high school to the court house. Passing grades: first grade 85 average with no below 75, second grade 75 average with no below 70, third grade 65 average with no below 60. Second grade uniform holders may upgrade by retaking first grade subjects with all 85 per cent in those areas.
Tomorrow Friday and Saturday are advertised as great bargain days for summer merchandise at very low prices. McCelm Dry promises deep discounts on a wide range of items.
John Brockett of 313 East Third Street was injured yesterday at the Hirsch Button factory while cutting shells. A shell slipped from his tongs, wounding the base of his index finger and the palm, leaving him incapacitated for at least a week.
Notice by Thompson Bros Co McQuesten Sawyer Detthof Hardware Co J A Bartemeier G G Clapp states they will close their places of business all day on July 4 signaling a shared observance by local hardware merchants.
Mc Colm Dry Goods Co offers 25 percent reductions on select undergarments during two days of clearance in the Maslin department. Beautiful items promoted as bargain buys.
A special council session in Muscatine will likely consider restoring an old curfew. Residents say restricting late night street activity will keep youths off the streets, with under 14s possibly banned from all streets after 8 p.m. and violations treated as misdemeanors.
A limited sale begins tomorrow offering white silk waists and lingerie waists at half price. The event promotes hot weather wear and presents a rare opportunity to buy now.
In Dubuque next week the 26 foot class championship race will feature a handsome silver trophy donated by Commodore William F Bishop of Muscatine. The cup stands about thirty inches tall with buckhorn handles and ornate engraving. It will be sent to Dubuque this evening for the event.
In Columbus Junction Iowa on June 29 robbers entered the Singleton and McKee meat shop through a bored front door latch and stole $20 hidden in money sacks. This marks the third break in at the same shop and the proprietors were away in Nebraska at the time. Local notes report residents visiting relatives and attending events in nearby towns.
The funeral will be held at 2 PM Friday at the Horton Smith home on the Iowa City road. Rev. L M Grigsby of the First Methodist church will conduct the service.
The United States torpedo boat destroyer Ammen, from Philadelphia, reports a collision with a schooner at 2:45 this morning near Sandy Hook New Jersey. Damage described as slight and no injuries reported.
A remonstrance petition against Cedar Street sewer improvement was filed with City Recorder Brannan and will be presented at tonight’s special city council session to hear objections to Sub Sewerage District No 26. The protest cites concerns over placing sewer lines on Cedar and nearby streets. A separate petition in favor of the project is circulating, with many signers.
Union members at the Automatic button plant voted to remain on strike after a meeting last evening. Some delegates reportedly opposed the decision while leaders did not confirm the vote. The union also voted to dispatch representatives to solicit funds for the strikers.
Jessie R. Vinton files in district court for divorce from Josiah S. Vinton alleging cruel treatment and threats. She seeks separation and custody of their minor son. A court order names J. C. Coster as permanent guardian for Emma Johnson, found unsound of mind.
Y W C A notes report boating on the slough attracting many girls including high school members and clubs Altrora Family and S. D. B. have enjoyed outings. Members planning to attend the Geneva conference this summer should pick up a booklet at the rooms. A large delegation is expected from the local association this year.
Tilden testifies he is president of the National Packing Company and heads five Chicago corporations plus other concerns. He admits confusion over how many firms he leads while acknowledging extensive bank holdings and loose personal financial records. He says a $109000 personal expenditure and other loans may not appear in his books. The committee ends his examination, stating it is through for now.
Denver jury in the Harold H. Henwood murder trial had not reached a verdict by noon. No status update was received from the jury room as deliberations continued in the case against Harold Henwood for the death of George E. Copel.
Murle Michener of West Branch visits Prairie Grove. Chas Swart owns the seventh Overland in the area and bought it last week. Mr and Mrs Faires mourn the infant son died June 22 of bronchitis. grave in West Liberty cemetery. Families and locals noted visiting, travel by auto, Chautauqua attendance, and new cream route plans.
In Washington on June 29 Senator Cummins Iowa denounced the reciprocity proposal as unjust and urged amendments to widen free Canadian imports. Senator Gamble South Dakota opposed the measure as the senate and house pressed votes while President Taft plans troop withdrawals from Texas and names new diplomatic appointees including Russell to the Dominican Republic and White to Honduras.
Mrs Bert Ray and children returned from Muscatine after a two week visit. Numerous neighbors and relatives visited in Nichols with trips to Muscatine Lone Tree Wapello Cedar Rapids and Davenport. The I O O F and Rebekah lodges held memorial services at the Methodist church with Rev Philips and Lena Ring speaking.
Miss Jamnita Thompson hosted a Wednesday evening party at Evergreen Lawn near Columbus Junction in honor of newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hampton. Guests included Rev. O. W. Carrell and Master Carroll Allen from Muscatine and Waldo Lowell of Anita, Iowa. A musical program preceded refreshments. The Hamptons were hosted again Sunday at Maple Grove farm by groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Hampton.
Miss Selma Graham hosted a birthday gathering at her Stewart Road residence yesterday afternoon to celebrate her seventh birthday. Fifteen friends attended, enjoying games and refreshments from 1 to 5 o'clock.
Members of the Ladies' Aid society of the First Baptist church will hold a regular session in the church parlors Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
General Porfirio Diaz former president of Mexico arrived in Germany on June 29 and proceeds to Wiesbaden to undergo a health cure. He traveled through Frankfort on the Main en route to Wiesbaden where the treatment will take place.
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