Fred Giesenhaus longtime Muscatine businessman dies
Fred Giesenhaus Sr aged near 75 died at his country home after a four month illness due to heart trouble following influenza. Born in Heilgenhaus Prussia in 1832 he came to America in 1857 and settled in Muscatine county. He operated a restaurant then grocery business for 57 years retiring two years ago. Survived by wife Henrietta Unterweg, six sons Charles A Fred Jr Edward George, daughters Henrietta Annette, four sons and two daughters living, funeral Saturday at 2 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Giesenhaus
Muscatine County
Prussia
Germany
Heiligenhaus
Kreis Dusseldorf
America
New York
John Smith
Henrietta Unterweg
Charles A
Fred, Jr
Edward
George C
Henrietta
Annette
Charles
Wilson
Florence
Grace Giesenhaus
Giesenhaus
Phoenix Line Steamer British King Sinks Off Rocks
The Phoenix line steamer British King foundered at sea last Sunday near Boston. Of 56 aboard, 28 are known to have been saved. The disaster was reported to port today by a passing steamer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nix Line
Guns Arrive for Weed Park Monument in City
Two eight ton cannons, over eleven feet long with twelve inch muzzles, arrive in this city via freight from Boston and will be placed on Weed Park hill known as Eagle Point. Congressman Dawson arranged the naval guns long in the navy yards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson
Weed Park
Eagle Point
Boston
Navy Yards
Interstate Commerce Commission takes testimony in Davenport
In Davenport Iowa on March 14 the Interstate Commerce Commission led by Commissioner Clements heard two complaints against railroads. Geo D Henry of Fairfield charged Rock Island with illegal rate discrimination for shelled corn shipments from Wathena Kansas to Postville Iowa. Osman and Effin of Cedar Rapids accused Rock Island North Western St Paul and Illinois Central of discriminatory scrap iron rates from Chicago to St Louis. Testimony will be submitted to the full commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce Commission
Davenport
Iowa
Clements
Geo. D. Henry
Fairfield
Rock Island
Wathena
Kansas
Postville
Oosman & Effin
Cedar Rapids
North Western
St. Paul
Illinois Central
Chicago
St. Louis
Hand Injury At Roach and Musser Plant
Robert Webber of Lucas Street suffered a deep laceration to his right hand when it slipped on a planer knife at the Roach and Musser Sash and Door factory this morning. Dr. A R Klein attended and dressed the wound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Webber
Roach and Musser
Lucas Street
A. R. Klein
Curtis Deen Charged With Assault With Intent to Kill
Curtis Deen faces a serious charge in Justice Eversmeyer's court. The original assault with intent to do great bodily injury was revised to assault with intent to kill. The case is set for a Saturday forenoon hearing and Deen posted bail of 500 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis Deen
Justice Eversmeyer
Deen
Miners Leader Released on Habeas Corpus Writ
Vincent St John, Burke Miners Union president, arrested for alleged complicity in the murder of former Governor Stennenberry, was released today on a writ of habeas corpus in Boise Idaho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boise
Idaho
Vincent St. John
Miners
Burke
Stennenberry
Deeds Recorded Transfer Two Real Estate Bets
Deeds recorded show H S Turkington transferring to George W Hawkins for 11000 dollars with described portions of sections 25 and 26 in township 76 north. G James and others transfer to J K James for 4800 dollars covering parts of section 25 in township 78 north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Titus
H. S. Turkington
George W. Hawkins
Township
G. James Et al
J. K. James
Mid Year Rally at First Baptist Church Draws Big Attendance
The Baptist Young People's Union mid year rally opened with welcomes from Noble Little and Miss Parkhurst. Rev. Wilson Mills spoke on why we are here and the national convention at Omaha next July. Dr. A T Fowler, formerly of the local church, preached on The Luxury of Being Poor. Sessions featured papers, music, and an appeal for personal faith in Jesus Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Young People’s Union
Noble Little
Muscatine
Potter
Iowa City
A. T. Fowler
The
Baptist Church
Minneapolis
Dr. Fowler
Dead Sea
Bethsaida Pool
Jesus
Mr. Fowler
Jesus Christ
Dr. Rowlands
Davenport
Roosevelt Republicans Form Club Against Cox in Cincinnati
In Cincinnati on March 14 a strong movement began to thwart Cox by creating a Roosevelt club. Secretary Taft formally joined by letter to a large Republican gathering, accepting honorary membership and signaling unity against the Cox reanimation plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Cox Machine
William H. Taft
Roosevelt Club
Roosevelt Republican Club
Snowy streetcar crash in South Omaha leaves one dead
In South Omaha two street cars collided during a snowstorm. One passenger died, six were seriously injured, and eleven more sustained injuries. The deceased was identified by papers as James Ratican of Fort Worth Texas. The crash split one car in two after being struck by the other car as they passed in opposite directions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Neb
James Ratican
Fort Worth
Texas
Interurban project gains momentum near Ottumwa
Prospects encouraging for the Ottumwa Oskaloosa and Des Moines interurban. Meetings at Ottumwa and Oskaloosa drew good attendance and another session is planned. Albia favors a small tax levy, which is well received, and there are strong signs the line will be built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
Oskaloosa
de Moines
Oka 100Sa
Albia
Car Hits Wagon in Pittsburg. Driver Likely to Die
William Kuhn a lumber teamster and James O'Donnell were driving on tracks near McKeesport when a street car struck the wagon. Kuhn was thrown from the wagon over a bluff into a fifty foot ravine and probably will die. O'Donnell grabbed a telegraph pole and saved himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Kuhn
Pittsburg
Willam Kuhn
James O'Donnell
McKeesport
Kuhn
O'Donnell
Richards Appointed to Life Treasury Disbursing Post
Secretary Shaw appoints Will Richards pardon clerk to a life position as disbursing clerk of the treasury in Washington. The role carries a salary of about 2500 dollars. F. J. Stillman reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Washington, D. C
Spe.c
Shaw
Will Richards
The
Treasury
F. J. Stillman
Inmate Louis Brown Dies by Own Hand in Norfolk Jail
Louis Brown aged 29 awaiting murder trial for Flossie Reese's death died in his Norfolk jail cell today, reportedly by cutting his throat with a pen knife smuggled in. The tragedy follows the lamp explosion linked to the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
Louis Brown
Flossie Reese
Admiral Davis Cleared to Accept Gifts from Foreign Governments
The Senate passed a bill authorizing Rear Admiral Davis to accept gifts offered by the British and Russian governments. The measure clears questions about diplomatic courtesy and naval protocol as Washington reports the action on March 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Washington, D. C
Senate
Forcible Detainer Hearing Set For Johnson vs Rock Island Railroad
Will preside in a forcible detainer case to be heard tomorrow in Muscatine County. Johnson sues Rock Island Railroad over leased property from March 1, 1905, to March 1, 1906, asking judgment and possession after tenant refused to vacate. Judge Warner will rule in absence of Judge Jackson. term likely adjourns tomorrow. Jurors summoned for April 10 told to appear April 11 at 2 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas J. Hackett
Henry A. Phillips
E. M. Warner
Jackson
Muscatine County
Johnson Vs. the
Rock Island Railroad
Churches Agree to Uniform 35 Cent Turkey Dinner Price
Committees from city churches met at the library to discuss setting a uniform price for turkey dinners. Most churches favored 35 cents despite 25 cents being common before. Pending reports from some committees and future discussion. Mrs. R. C. Schenck chaired, with Mrs. D. B. Addleman as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C. Schenck
D. B. Addleman
Court of Honor Dance Raises Funds for New Uniforms
The Hare's hall event by the two drill teams drew 154 couples and netted over 235 dollars beyond expenses. Dealing's orchestra provided the music for what organizers hailed as a highly successful season highlight. The dance is the first of three planned fundraisers to buy new uniforms for the teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hare’s Hall
Court of Honor
License Fight in Peoria Raises Sa loon Fee Proposal
Peoria council to vote on raising the saloon license from $500 to $1,000 a year. Alderman D S Long to introduce the resolution during a Friday session. About 225 saloons would yield over $100,000 more revenue annually, with backing from women’s clubs and ministers amid expected strong opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Ill
D. S. Long
Chicago
Elevator Shaft Fall Injures Eclipse Naphtha Worker
Ortie Gorman, a Eclipse Naphtha Soap Co employee, fell down an elevator shaft yesterday at 5:30 PM while moving between building floors. He suffered injuries not believed serious and expects to return to work within days after rest at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ortie Gorman
Eclipse Naphtha Soap Factory
Gorman
Presbyterian Guild Elects Officers
The Presbyterian Guild met at Miss Nellie Realing's home on Fourth street and elected officers. President Miss Lucy Conner, Vice president Miss Lillian Kemper, Secretary Miss Mary Jarboe, Treasurer Miss Nellie Realing, Chaplain Miss Mattie Dora. Plans for a left hand social at the church parlors and an Easter cake sale were discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Guild
Nellie Realing
Fourth Street
Lucy Conner
Lillian Kemper
Mary Jarboe
Mattie Dora
Conun Drum Supper Planned by Argus Lodge No 17
Argus Lodge No 17 Iowa Legion of Honor held its meeting at Shammo hall. A class was initiated and an elaborate conundrum supper is planned for the next meeting on March 27. Mrs Lizzie Leimbach deputy from the grand lodge departs for Marion Iowa then returns to Muscatine to resume her duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Argus Lodge No. 17
Iowa
Legion of Honor
Shammo Hall
Lizzie Leimbach
Grand Lodge
Order
Muscatine
Marion
Funeral for Samuel Edmonson Held at Columbus Junction
The funeral of Samuel Edmonson, of this city, was held this afternoon in Columbus Junction. His body was transported there this morning on Rock Island passenger train No. 3. A large turnout of relatives and friends accompanied the remains. Interment followed at the Columbus Junction cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Edmonson
Columbus Junction
Rock Island
Ladies Meet at Switch for Hare Circle G A R Gathering
The ladies of the Colonel Hare circle G A R will meet at the switch at 2 20 tomorrow afternoon and then proceed to Mrs Gurtner's home on East Hill for a meeting. Attendance is requested as important business will be discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Hare
Refund guarantee on Greene's Warranted Syrup bottle
The undersigned offer a refund of the five cent bottle price if Greene's Warranted Syrup fails to cure coughs or colds and a 25 cent bottle is offered with a money back guarantee. Signers include G. A. Riemeke N. B. Barkalow Jno J Havercamp Nesper F T Theo Kuechmaan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene’s
G. A. Riemeke
N. B. Barkalow
Jno
J. Havercamp
Nesper
Theo Kuechmaan
Local Ladies Hostessed Tea at Cherry Street
One Congregational ladies group will be entertained at the Blackwell home on Cherry street tomorrow afternoon from 2 to 5 o'clock. Mrs J S Blackwell and Mrs F M Witter will be hostesses. Guests will take their own work and light refreshments will be served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational
Blackwell
Cherry Street
J. S. Blackwell
F. M. Witter
Nickel Plate road offers frequent through trains east from Chicago
Passengers from Chicago to Fort Wayne Findlay Fostoria Cleveland Erie Buffalo New York City Boston and points east can benefit by choosing the Nickel Plate road. Three through trains daily with day coaches to New York City and modern Pullman sleeping cars. Rates are lowest with no excess fares. Dining car service with meals priced 35 cents to one dollar. Tickets via Nickel Plate road. Chicago depot La Salle and Van Buren streets the elevated loop station. Chicago city ticket office 111 Adams street. Further details from John Y Calahan general agent 113 Adams St Room 298 Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Fort Wayne
Findlay
Fostoria
Cleveland
Erie
Buffalo
New York City
Poston
Nickel Plate Road
Chicago Depot
la Salle
van Buren Streets
Chicago City
Adams Street
John Y. Calahan
Adams St
Highland Neodle Society Meeting Notice
The Highland Neodle society met at the home of Mrs. Van Wagner yesterday afternoon. The next regular meeting will be at Mrs. McDaniel's home, 1106 Hershey Avenue, on Tuesday March 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highland Neodle Society
van Wagner
McDaniel
Hershey Avenue
Latham Couple Set Fifteenth Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Al Latham of 1162 Herghey Avenue will celebrate their fifteenth wedding anniversary with invitations issued for March 18 at their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Latham
Herghey Avenue
Settlers Rates to Minnesota Dakota and Canada
On Tuesdays in March and April the Iowa Central will sell special second class settlers tickets at very low rates for settlers heading northwest. Contact agents for rates or write A B Cutts G P and T A Minneapolis Minnesota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Central
Northwest
A. B. Cutts
Minneapolis
Minn
Woman Arrested for Threat to Shoot Pierpont Morgan
New York March 14 Mrs. Williams was arrested this afternoon on the charge of having threatened to shoot J Pierpont Morgan and his son in a case that drew police interest in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
J. Pierpont Morgan
Mayor Dunne Answers on Dalrymple Report
Chicago March 14 Mayor Dunne released a written answer to the Dalrymple report. He says Dalrymple was invited from Scotland to advise Chicago on how to proceed with street car operations once the city decides to act. The mayor notes Dalrymple may have opinions but his are no better than others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Dunne
Dalrymple
Scotland
America
Corporal Tanner Opposes Clerks Pay Cut Past 65
Washington March 14 Corporal Tanner commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic writes to Representative James A Tawney Minnesota chair man of the house appropriations committee protesting a proposed law to reduce pay for government clerks after age 65 He speaks for civil war comrades now in government service who would be seriously affected by the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Tanner
Grand Army of the Republic
James A. Tawney
Minnesota
House Committee On Appropriations
American Tobacco reports 1905 earnings rise to 25.2 million
Net earnings for 1905 reach 25,212,000 dollars, up 2,908,000 from the prior year, per the American Tobacco company annual report released today in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
American Tobacco Company
Officers Resign from First Regiment Guards
St. Petersburg March 14 news confirms the rumor that the officers of the first regiment of guards resigned en masse after orders to move to the Baltic provinces to quell unrest were received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
Baltic
Market report from St Louis and New York exchanges
At St Louis Produce Market on March 14 Wheat May 74 3 4 cents corn 40 3 4 cents oats 29 3 4 cents. At New York Produce Market on March 14 Wheat May 84 cents corn 49 1 4 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
New York
Local News Notes on Rankin Illness and WRC Meeting
Miss Amanda Rankin of East Third Street has rheumatism. The W R C industrial society meets tomorrow at 2 PM at the hall. all members requested to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amanda Rankin
East Third Street
Anchor Fire Insurance Company Authorized To Mar 1 1907
The Auditor of State certifies that Anchor Fire Insurance Company of Des Moines is authorized to transact fire insurance until March 1 1907 after sworn 1905 statement. Reported figures: assets 325881.08 liabilities 282393.20 paid-up capital ? incomes 138015.85 expenditures 123620.51. Seal affixed March 1 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Anchor Fire Insurance Company
Iowa
Lst
Sar Ooh
Also Mentioned on This Page
Neral
Phoenix Line
Mass
the Phoe
Stoni Tian
First Baptist
Rev. A. T. Fowler
M. J. Remsey
Ets and
Coats
Boss Cox
Taft
Roosevelt
South Omaha
H. F. Barnard CO
Watch and Diamond Merchants
Blanchard Packing Co
Mrust
Weilville
Johnson
Bostonian
W. L. Douglas Shoes
B. Schmidt
Chestnut Street
Mrs. Blackwell
Mrs. Witter
Minnnesota
Dakota
Canada
Schulze Brothers Co
Duluth
C. A. Peck & Co
J. Linn Hoopes
Morgan
New York, N. Y
Mayor Dunne
Corporal Tanner
Baltic Provinces
W. R. C. Industrial Society
State OF
Office of
B. F. Carroll
Auditor of State
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!