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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1908
Page
4
Twenty sets of rolls grind Gold Medal Flour fine while ten sets of silk sieves create an even flour. Purified air keeps out dust and impurities. This care yields superior baking results. Made by Washburn Crosby Co.
Dr A B Clapp eyes ears nose throat specialist. Miss Ola Summers headed to Davenport for a day with friends. Mrs J H Calvert and daughter shopped in the city. Ben Hist Mrs J G Smith of Fruitland visiting Muscatine. The Royal Reserve Sewing society meets tomorrow with Mrs Hall. Roy Gilmore and E W McGowan hosting visiting guests. John A Robbins offers property insurance. Mrs William Allen returning to Chicago. Earl W King and spouse head to Indianapolis for their new home. Jacob Ziffron’s recovery from Hershey hospital noted.
Herbert Pitchforth faced Muscatine Police Judge H S Howe for the first intoxication charge since saloons closed on January 1. He pled guilty and received a fine of 10 dollars and costs after arrest yesterday near the Kemble hotel by Officer Jake Ziffron and later released on promise to appear.
In Muscatine voters at city hall faced a developing contest for the office of school director as J W Riggs and J E Hoopes clash. Hoopes led the caucus by two votes Friday night while Riggs supporters scratched Hoopes from ballots. Voting opened at 2 pm and closed at 7 pm with 124 total votes cast by 3 30 pm as activity rose. No opposition to A F Demorest for treasurer or D R MacKenzie for school director was reported.
John M. Dicket of West Liberty was adjudged insane by the insanity commission in the county clerk's office. The board ordered his confinement at the state hospital at Mt. Pleasant, to which he will be transported this evening. County Clerk McKee, Dr. H. M. Dean, and J. W. Eells served on the examining panel.
Amusements report that The Phantom Chimes, an electric music novelty from The Time The Place and The Girl authors, will tour by Askin-Singer and play at the Grand Opera House on Wednesday evening. The chorus moves and catchy tunes draw eight to nine encores with popular numbers including Be Sweet to Me Kid and There’s No Place Like Home.
Carl Krenmfeyer representing Iowa Wesleyan University won the state intercollegiate oratorical contest at Mount Pleasant Friday evening. F W Blackemeyer of Morningside took second, while Charles Purdy of Drake placed third. The victory marked a seven year institutional success cycle for Iowa Wesleyan.
The Journal reports a persistent rumor that Harry Jones, accused in Fairport, may have been arrested in Checotah Oklahoma. Wires to verify the claim drew no reply, with inquiries about the reward status returning no confirmation. Checotah, a small town of about 850, lies on the MK&T railway.
The eighth annual Fruitland Court of Honor banquet took place Saturday evening March 7 at Hopson hall with about 75 members and friends in attendance. Guests were served a two course menu including ham escalloped oysters potato salad and coffee. Carnations served as favors and the event featured decorated tables and a pleasant social hour.
A post banquet program featured instrumental music by Miss Clyota Wylie, readings by Morris Strouse and Asa Shepard, recitations by Mildred Neumeister and Abbie Spright, vocal duet by Harry and Glenn Kemp, and addresses by D. D. Webster and Theo Drake with further selections by Mrs. A. P. Swanson and Mrs. Roy Kemp.
Will Peterson received a surprise gathering Saturday evening at the East Second Street home of C M Bell. Friends joined in games and refreshments, with attendees including Mrs McElhaney Cora Fowler Florence Vaughn Edith Vaughn Nellie Bond Charlotte McElhaney Lulu Mounts Kate Petersen Mrs Mary Bishop and daughter Mrs Will Petersen Roy Rabbitt Elmer Bell Fred Sherman Fred Petersen C M Bell John Schnier Walter Settlemire Roy Fowler and Floyd Murdock.
The Colonel Hare Thimble Bee meets tomorrow after noon at Mrs. Joseph Biles on Oak Street from 2 to 5 o clock. All members urged to attend for an important session. Work on the third degree at Iowa Lodge No. 2 A F and A M Tuesday evening. Brothers in good standing invited. Per W. M.
The Miriam Aid Society will meet Wednesday afternoon at Mrs Thomas Watsons, 210 East Third Street, and a full attendance is desired.
Banner Lodge will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday evening at the Pythian hall. A short program will be given after the meeting. Royal Neighbors will hold their regular meeting next Wednesday evening with initiatory work, per order.
John Starke sues J. E. Stevenson as chair of the Congregational church building committee for 138.12 claimed as due for labor and materials on a contract with M. H. Hess who assigned his claim. Kammerer and Reed appear for the plaintiff.
New pews for the First Congregational Church arrived this morning and will be placed in the church promptly. Dedicatory services will follow once installation is complete.
Davenport attorney E. M. Sharon and Loras Council Knight will conduct the installation of Laurent Council Knights of Columbus next Sunday. A large initiation style meeting will attract visiting Knights. The executive committee seeks permanent quarters in the Hershey State Bank building to create luxurious new lodgings.
On Thursday evening at the Grand Opera House a home talent vaudeville show features 16 local thespians in 19 acts. The highlight is The Gold Brick a one act comedy sketch by the company, with potential for a short tour if successful.
Gemon Chocolate and Custard varieties of Our-Pie receive favorable comment. Each package follows Pure Food Laws and provides exact portions for immediate use. No expert cook needed. available at grocers for 10 cents.
Trinity Episcopal church schedules a week of special events led by visiting and local clergy. Rev. George Wallace of Tokio Japan speaks Tuesday evening, with a litany and penitential service on Wednesday, Rev. J. C. Sage of Dubuque Thursday, and Rev. J. E. Fathell of Des Moines speaking Friday, as part of ongoing Lenten services.
The Wapello gathering on March 9 elected a solid Allison delegation and endorsed Senator Allison and H. E. Curren of Morning Sun as a delegate to the Iowa district and state conventions. Delegates to Fairfield and Des Moines are listed with towns Columbus City Morning Sun Grandview and more. Local visits note Adolph Schachel visiting Latta, Huffman and Ball in Conesville to see injured T J Huffman, and nearby residents Jarvis and Selser visiting doctors and conducting business.
A large derrick set on the levee to remove stone for the post office building toppled as braces were removed. Workers had been on it since Saturday. about 8 o clock this afternoon it fell toward the depot. crews are rebuilding the structure.
Word came that George Irwin was killed by the Wilton train Saturday evening and leaves a sister, Mrs Lizzie Kline, in Des Moines. Efforts to locate her have failed, and Irwin is said to have possessed considerable property.
Moderna Grotherboom of America lodge meets on the first and third Monday evenings each month at the K of W building. A cordial invitation to all members in good standing. E. H. King president. Charles Ryan secretary.
Ub Bhunur Muscatine Lodge No 17 meets each Monday evening in Woodman Hall. Visiting members in good standing are invited to attend. J C Coster is Chancellor and K G Schoenig Recorder.
The group meets most Mondays at 8 oclock at the Liks Mail on Iowa Avenue over Cook Sinssee Bank. Visiting members are welcome. Dr J Johnson serves as Dean and E RB W Richards is Secretary.
F. O. E Ishpeming arc Meets nightly at 8 in Eagle Lodge hall near Dunbar restaurant. Muscatine Castle gathers 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Woodmen hall with Alexander W. Scott and Elma Scott listed as officers. 4 O O W Eagle Lodge No 10 AOUW meets Thursdays at K P oak loan avenue with Fred Beiter H S Howe and K Dolsen as officers.
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