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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1913

Page

4

Four Die in Hot Springs Fire In Gas Explosion

A gas explosion in a Hot Springs Arkansas district caused a fire that killed four people, three women and one man. J E Warren of Pekin Illinois entered the blazing store to rescue Leota Willoughby, an unconscious clerk, and others were found unconscious as the entire block of six buildings faced destruction during a fractional sale turnout.

Hot Springs Ark March Oas J. £. Warren Pekin, Ul Leota Willoughby Salety

Funeral services held for Henry Van Gent at First Reformed

Yan Gunt Fun eral Ald. I De Bruine oversaw the rites for the late Henry Van Gent. The service took place Thursday afternoon at the First Reformed church at 2 o'clock with Rev. F Debruine in charge. Six nephews served as pallbearers: Kelns W. D. Van Gent, William Klelst, Henry Van Gent, Arthur Kleier, Martin Van Gent, and Tony Van Gent Jr.

I. de Bruine Henry van Gent Weere Tha Firse Reformedchien Charey F. Debruine Kelns W. D. van Gent William Klelst Henry van Gent Arthur Kleler Martin van Gent Tony van Gent, Jr Tier

Wilson Pushes Tariff Only Plan In 1918 Veto Debate

A fragmentary report notes President Wilson favors a tariff only plan and hints at new legislation, including sundry and Indian appropriations. It recounts House action last Congress on Taft votes, a congratulatory call from former Governor Robert Glenn of North Carolina, and remarks about cabinet schedules and planned publicity after meetings.

Sesson Taft Goveror Robert ©. Glenn North Carolina Davidson College North Carolin Indiana Glenn Wilson Daniels Navy

Musical Services At Trinity Church Sunday

Trinity Episcopal Church announces morning and evening musical programs alongside regular services led by organist Robert J. Jones. The program includes works by Woodward Croft Croft, Beethoven, Reneke, Tunemann, and others with preludes, benedictions, and offertories.

Trinity Shy Trinity ‘Episcopal Thurch Robert J. Jones Matas Audants Ratiste Woodward Benedisite J. Hamilton Jeffries Benedictus—Croft Olertory Zitherbart Seolson Clarke Finenlor Reneke

State of Iowa annual certificate for publication

Des Moines March 1 1918 Auditor John L Bleakly certifies the U S Branch of Union Marine Insurance Company New York authorized to transact marine insurance in Iowa. The statements show assets 858 342 39 Liabilities 1912 expenditures 857 969 98 and year summary 478 829 75 with capital None.

Aaid Wlergof John Ta Stace

Rebekahs and Odd Fellows Rally Set Next Month

About five hundred visitors expected for the district convention of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekahs in this city next month. Secretary Henry Heinz reports strong invitations and anticipated attendance will be the largest since the G. A. R. encampment. The sub district includes Muscatine Johnson Stott Clinton and Jackson counties with invitations to thirty six IOOF subordinate lodges thirty one Rebekah lodges twelve encampments and two cantons. Rebekahs may draw several hundred women while the IOOF convention will be held at a theater with a parade planned for the afternoon. The meeting dates are set for April 25 to 28 with the greeting on April 26. The convention program to be announced later.

Polton Henry Heinz Muscatine Johnson Stott Clinton Jackson

Beautiful Cantata for Good Friday at Trinity Church

The cantata The Story of the Cross by Deautiful Cantata Buck will be performed during the Good Friday musical service at Trinity Episcopal Church on March 21. Organist Robert J. Jones leads rehearsals with soprano Margret Gertrude Lange, contralto Bisle Mack, bass Ralph Mulbridge, and tenor Owen Jones of South Wales set to sing.

Dindey Buck Trinity Episcopal Church Robert J. Jones Jones Margret Gertrude Lange Margret Gertrude Lange, One of the City’s Most Gifted Sopranos, Iwill Bisle Mack Paris Ralph Mulbridge Owen Jones South Wales

Itching Eczema Cures Promised by ZEMO Claim

An advertising item touts ZEMO as instant relief for itching eczema and scalp conditions. It claims a money back guarantee after the first application and markets the antiseptic solution in small bottles with testimonials and distributor notes.

Zemo Landa St Lous, Mo

Two Seek Divorce in District Court

Two petitions for divorce were filed in the district court this afternoon. Lillian Wipcrle sues Howard Kintsle seeking a separation, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment and incidents that would disrupt domestic peace. Edith King sues WW King for divorce, the couple married at What Cheer, citing 1995 cruelty.

Diatrice Lillian Wipcrle Howard Kintsle Edith King Ww. W. King What Cheer

James McDonald 88 Dies in Atalissa Scotland Native

James McDonald aged 88, native of Scotland and longtime resident of Atalissa, Iowa, died at his home after a period of illness due to senility. He is survived by his wife, two children Anna and Hugh, seven grandchildren, and previously had two marriages. Funeral services will be Sunday at the Christian church, with Rev Marshail of the Presbyterian church officiating.

Atalissa Taines McDonald Scotland Ims McDonald Ia Anna Hugh Wilkesbarre Christian Church Trev Marshail Presbyterian Shuren

Guilty Plea Fines Charged Orange Supplier

George Hahn was fined 2000 dollars and costs by Judge Sonn A. Rowan after pleading guilty to violating the pure food law by selling damaged oranges from frost in Southern California. Wilton March 7. The annual Presbyterian church meetings were held last evening with good attendance and reports showing strong finances. Eid, E. Mienabor elected alder. D. S. Duncan named trustee for three years. pastor’s salary increased. Miss Nettie Blair visited then left for Columbus Junction. Prof J Ralph left for Mitchellville to join the basketball team journey to Jefferson. Team members named: Richard Atwill, George Mockmore, Harry Griffith, Louis Todd, Miton Abbatt, Edwin Baunick, Guy Ringgenberg.

ML. J. Prynn George Hahn Sonn A.rowan California Wilton Presbyterian Church Eid E. Mienabor D. S. Duncan Ench Nettla Blair Columbus Mya F. J. Shannon Ralph Mitchellville Jaffarson Richard Atwill George, Mockmore Harry Griffith Louis Totd Mitan Abbatt Edwin Baunick Guy" Ringgenberg

Philosophy and wages in a corporate interview clash

A debate between a state senator and a corporate witness addresses whether low wages drive immoral behavior in women. The discussion covers wage adequacy, living costs, corporate profits, and the impact of higher wages on dividends, with figures like seven percent returns and a potential $4 million profit in 1912.

lo'Hara Neils Jaul Griznass Afr Rosenwald O'Hara Juul Otter Regentail

State of Iowa Auditor Certifies Fire Insurance Company License

The Iowa Auditor of State certifies that U S Branch of Union and Phenix Waipano Insurance Company of New York has filed its December 31 1912 sworn statement and is authorized to transfer fire insurance business in Iowa by agents until March 1 1914. The statement shows paid up capital none earned surplus 1100896.07 and total assets 1100896.07 with 1912 aggregate expenditures 15068.70. John T Bleakly Auditor of State affixes seal and date.

Des Moines Wharens U. S Union Ofarine Insurance Company New York Iowa John L. Bleakly Naid Insurance Company Wnell Sald Company State OF Lowa Office of Auditor Moines Mar. J Union and Phenix Wipano Insurance Company State of T. Youn I John T. Bleakly

Gapt Ball Criticizes Muscatine Armory Conditions

Captain George Ball of the Seventh Infantry condemned the Muscatine armory as inadequate for Company C and called for immediate new quarters. He will inspect the guardsmen that evening and report to Adjutant General Logan. Captain Henry Lange invites local residents to attend the inspection. Banking of Swift and Company, tied to Bellevue Hospital, was reported injured but resting.

Pye Iowa Maccatins Muscatine George Ball Seventh Infantry Ue SB Presidio Calif Guy BE. Logan Henry F. Lange

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