Local residents travel and society notes in Davenport
Mrs Kopler of Omaha returns home after visiting friends in Davenport. George Von Dresky travels on the Firefly to Davenport to learn a trade. A valuable horse belonging to Dr J W Morgan dies at Fred Bowman's barn. 50 000 Muscatine souvenir mail cards displayed at Berlin Studio near Grand hotel. Mrs Albrant of Rock Island returns home after visiting Davenport. Miss Vesta Strause leaves for Davenport on the Firefly. Mrs M Olund leaves for Columbus Junction. Lee and Ed Waltham travel on the El Paso to Columbus Junction for business. Royal Reserve society to meet Tuesday at Fish hall. Official notices from C J Hackett and Will Appel. Mr and Mrs Will Custer of Davenport return home after visiting. Typographical Union No 251 meets at Assembly hall with good attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Grand Hotel
Royal Reserve Society
Fish Hall
C. J. Hackett
Will Appel
Typographical Union No. 251
Assembly Hall
Hoo-Hoos Meet Iowa Officers Elected at Tur Ner Hall
Des Moines reports the Hoo-Hoo of Iowa held a pre midnight parade at Tur Ner hall. Eleven new members were initiated and officers elected including Mark Anson of Muscatine as Snark of the universe and J W Jones of Muscatine as scrivenator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Anson
J. W. Jones
Muscatine
Des Moines
State of
Iowa
Turner Hall
James A. Eillis
William EB. Ewing
George A. Fields
Frank Krisinger
Walter J. Lee
John W. Ogden
Ralph G. Palmer
Charles Shakell
L. L. Strauss
W. G. Wagner
Edgar C. Harlan
Indianola
Snark of
the Universe
Hoo-Hoo
N. Nubert
E. E. Nichols
Rioters Attempt to Burn Illinois Coal Mine
Riotous striking miners target the Cardiff coal shaft in Livingston County Illinois over non union labor. Sheriff and deputies defend the mine as Italian strikers threaten attack and troops are awaited with militia on standby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Coal
Bloomington
Cardiff Coal Company
Cardiff
Livingston County
Circus War Ignites Advertising Rush for Big Shows
Ten teams spread posters across the surrounding county as Forepaugh and Wallace vie for notices. Great Forepaugh and Sells Brothers perform in Muscatine on June 29 while Wallace agrees to appear July 7, prompting a fierce ad war and crowded landscapes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mus.ecatire
Wallace
Secured the Camp Sites For 54th Regiment Trial March
Col F W Bishop and Captains Frack Norton and Kern toured by car to select camping sites for the 54th regiment during its summer trial march between Muscatine and Davenport. Sites include Weed Park in Davenport, Wyoming Hill, between Fairport and Montpelier, Montpelier, and near Suburban Island opposite Davenport. The trip highlighted pleasant scenery and good roads with plans for a second tour to finalize arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
54Th
Muscatine
Davenport
Charles E. Fox
Col
F. W. Bishop
C. A. Frack
Harry Kern
W. S. Norton
Weed Park
Wyoming Hill
Fairport
Montpelier
John Metz
Buffalo
Linwood
Miriam Aid Meeting Set for Wednesday at I O O F Hall
The Miriam Aid society will convene Wednesday afternoon at the I O O F hall. Members are urged to attend in good numbers.
Highland Nobles Meet Thursday at Fisch Hall
The Highland Nobles hold a regular meeting on Thursday at 7 30 in Fisch hall with full attendance desired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fisch Hall
Mrs Sanders Died Today Former Davenport Resident
Mrs Caroline Sanders formerly Miss Caroline Kauffman of Davenport died at 12 15 PM at her home after a long illness. Born in Germany May 21 1849 she came to the United States about 40 years ago living in Muscatine 23 years. She is survived by five children Isaac Emanuel David and three daughters Bertha Jackson Yetta and a sister and two brothers. Funeral Wednesday at 10 AM with burial in Davenport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Caroline Sanders
Germany
Muscatine
Caroline Kauffman
George Sanders
Isaac
Emanuel
David
Bertha Jackson
Yetta Sanders
D. Rothschild
Isaac Kauffman
Baltimore
Wolf Kauffman
Chicago
Fulton and James Young Wed at U B Parsonage
Fulton and James Young were married Saturday evening at 8:30 at the U B parsonage. Rev A E Light officiated. Both couples reside in town and have many friends who will extend congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fulton
James Young
U. B
Rev. A. i Es Light
Maennerchor to Perform at Maccabee Hall Tonight
The Maennerchor concert at Maccabee hall on Iowa avenue promises a pleasing program. Members will provide musical numbers and individual performances for a splendid evening of song.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maccabee Hall
Iowa Avenue
Maennerchor
Young couple marries at Schooley home Saturday
Anna Laura Schooley and J. H. Ivey wed Saturday at 6 pm in the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schooley, with Rev. A. H. F. Hertzler officiating. A wedding supper followed. the house was decorated with ferns and flowers. The bride, a city native, and the groom from Muscatine plan to reside at 209 East Fourth Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Schooley
Anna Laura Schooley
J. H. Ivey
A. H. F. Hertzler
German Methodist Church
East Fourth Street
McDonald Trial Opens in Justice Howe's Court
Jennie McDonald faces drunkenness charges in the justice court of H. S. Rowe. The trial began at 2 30 and testimony was in progress at press time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie McDonald
Willing Workers Meet Wednesday Afternoon
The Willing Workers will meet Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. J. W. Pfeiffer at 309 East Fourth street for sewing. All members are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Pfeiffer
East Fourth Street
Miss Minnie Noll Hosts Shower for Miss Clara Knopp
Miss Minnie Noll will entertain at a miscellaneous shower at her West Fourth Street home on Friday evening May 25 with Miss Clara Knopp as the special guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Knopp
Minnie Noll
West Fourth Street
Clara Knopp
Surprise Birthday for Miss Cora Fowler
Twenty of her young friends surprised Miss Cora Fowler at her Buell Street home on Saturday evening for her sixteenth birthday anniversary. Games and refreshments were enjoyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cora Fowler
Buell Street
Miss Hester Bowman Celebrates Seventh Birthday
Miss Hester Bowman is seven years old, celebrated Saturday with friends. Games were played from 2 to 5 o'clock, followed by refreshments. Gifts were given to the hostess as attendees enjoyed a pleasant afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hester Bowman
German Congregational Concert Tonight At Cedar Street
The German Congregational church on Cedar street hosts a evening concert featuring vocal and instrumental numbers. The program promises a pleasing feature of the week and an enjoyable evening for all attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Street
Wyant Sisters Host Card Party Honoring Mrs Cooper
Misses Josephine and Florgnce Wyant entertained many ladies at cards on Saturday honoring Mrs Josephine Cooper. Miss Elizabeth Knopp won first honors and a musical program concluded the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misses Wyant
Josephine
Florgnce Wyant
Josephine Cooper
Elizabeth Knopp
Weed Park Club Entertainment Committee Meeting
The Weed Park club entertainment committee will meet Tuesday at 3 PM at Mrs. T. R. Fitzgerald’s home on Iowa avenue to discuss plans for a forthcoming event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weed Park Club
T. R. Fitzgerald
Iowa Avenue
Banner Lodge Marks Tenth Anniversary Celebration
Banner Lodge will observe the tenth anniversary of the Grand Lodge formed at Cedar Rapids with a program and social to follow the regular session at the A. O. U. W. hall tomorrow evening. The meeting starts at 7 30 o'clock and will include initiation activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banner Lodge
Grand Lodge
Cedar Rapids
Double Wedding Union of Miss Lulu Macklan and Clyde Frack
A society note reports the marriage of Miss Lulu Macklan to Clyde Frack alongside Miss Lydia in a double wedding ceremony. Both brides and their grooms were joined by family and friends in a traditional celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lulu Macklan
Clyde Frack
Lydia
Muscatine to Host Double Header Featuring Independents
Manager Hance announces a Sunday afternoon double header in Muscatine. The curtain raiser pits Moline East End Athletic Club against the Independents before the main game between the Independents and the Chicago Mutuals. Seitz joins as the new pitcher, formerly with Rock Island Three Iii League.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hance
Muscatine Independents
Moline East End Athletic Club
Independents
Chicago Mutuals
Mutuals
Seitz
Rock Island Three
Turks Win 5 0 Over Kecklervilles At Weed Park
The Turks defeated the Kecklervilles yesterday afternoon in Weed Park by 5 to 0. Harris earned the win for the Turks with Mentz as catcher while Hermly and Raybine paired for Kecklervilles. Hermly struck out eight. Harris three.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kecklervilles
Weed Park
Kecklerville
Hermley
Harris
Mentz
Hermly
Raybine
Sigourney Notes Include Local Visits and Community Events
Sigourney Iowa area notes report Fred Mc Clennahan visiting his mother on South Main street while on tour in show business. A Woman's Club committee seeks a winter lecture series for the city. Various residents travel, visit relatives, and attend school events including a Delta high school graduation. The baccalaureate sermon for the 1906 Sigourney high class was delivered by Rev. C. N. Pace with special church choir music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raaal
Congregational Church
Bryant C. Preston
Sigourney
Fred McClennahan
South Main Street
Fred
C. C. Berry
Rose Moore
Woman’s Club
Dick Wyant
Freeport
Illinois
Fred Gordon
Cedar Rapids
E. E. Phelps
B. C. Minteer
Ottumwa
J. W. Lesan
Mr. Lesan
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Mrs. Lesan
Mason City
Iowa
Charles K. Needham
Wapello County
Milt Roop
Oillie
E. F E. Phelps
Clarence Moore
Hedrick
Frank Skates
Olie
Charles Dulin
Webster
Delta
Delta High School
Art Parkes
Edith Shanafelt
Iowa City
Andy Vogel
Will Dupers
Washington
J S. Pennell
William Nass
John Hanson
Sigourney High School
M. E
Patros
C. N. Pace
Pace
Local Social Notes From Duncan and Aledo
The narrative records visits and family events across Duncan and Aledo. Charles Minteer hosts shoppers. John Downey of Muscatine visits his mother Roxana Downey. Grace Burrows completes a second year teaching. Roy Hutchens and mother attend Keokuk graduation of Ormond Hutchens, a medical student. the Burrows baby improves after illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keokuk
Andrew Burrows
Revival at Friends Church Draws Growing Interest
A revival kicks off with a street meeting at Second and Sycamore at 7 pm and continues in the Friends church at 7 45 pm tonight. Everyone is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends Church
Second and
Sycamore
Tokalon Wins Brooklyn Handicap Mile and Quarter
Tokalon finishes first in the Brooklyn handicap mile and quarter at Gravesend on May 21, with Dandelion placing second in the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokalon
Dandelion
Gravesend
L. L
Brooklyn
The
Fragmentary Railcar Number Notes
Disjoint OCR reads list of train car numbers and routes with unclear wording and missing context, showing No 12 and No 92 freight cars and No 3 No 5 passenger cars and references to passenger services and lines.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mrs. Kopler
Omaha
George von Dresky
J. W. Morgan
Fred Bowman
Mrs. Albrant
Rock Island
Vesta Strause
Lee
Ed. Waltham
el Paso
Columbus Junction
Will Custer
Paul
Red Wing
Reed’s Landing
la Crosse Piasms
Dubuque Eoneee
Ceseees
Muscatine Des Moines Reds
54Th Regiment
Tains Frack, Norton and Kern
Miriam Aid
Miriam Aid Society
I. O. O. F. Hall
Sanders
Musca
Tine
Caroline Kauff
Will Entertain
U. S. Steel Pfd
Hele
Can
Duncan
J. H. Waldron
East Second
Wilton
West Liberty
Specia
Boston
Nickel Plate Road
New York City
John Y. Calahan
Adams Street
Journal
E. C. Peto
L. L. Lane
West Third Street
Enquire
Care Journal
Scott House
VIA
Louisville & Nashville
R. R
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Kentucky
Louisiana
Missis
Sippi, Virginia
North and
South Carolina
Tennessee
J. H. Milliken
Louisville
F. D. Bush
Cincinnati
Ohio
J. KF. Davenport
St. Louis
C. L. Stone
Pass
New York
Open High
Dw. A. Sugar
Pacs
St. Pauw
Anaconda
Tim Ge
RB. Ta
Ua. Pac
A. Copper
Penn
Atchison
U. 8. Steel
North
Arkansas
Southwest
Ting
Kansas City
Gulf Coast
Texas
John Sebastian
Rock Island-Frisco Lines
W. S, Underdone
Muscatine, Iowa
Ar. LY. Ly. Ly. LY
Rock Island System
Davenort
Chicseo
Oskaloosa
Fe. Worth
Dallas
Denver
California Limited
Teave Muscatine
Mali
Chicago, Milwaukee & ST. Paul Railway
Ren
W. S. Underdonk
Round House Hahn's
Grandview Wapello
Elrick
Muscatine Round House
Hahn's Swite Fruitland
Grandview
Wapello
Elrick Juncet
NOR
Arly
Uth RY
Hahn's
Fruitland
Seeeesc Clee Lv
Round House Osegnkacses Etat OM
Y.v. Hahn’s
Fruitland Padoedactceiscsel
Wapello Ee Ee
Flrick Junct
L. Reppert
First National Bank
Ave
East Fifth Street
J. H. King
4Th Street
Attorneys AT Law
J. Carskaddan
W. D. Burk
Pepper
Carskaddan
Burk & Pepper
West Second Street
J. Muscatine
Ec. M. Titus
Titus & Jackson
Iowa Ave
Lally
Thos. Brown
Nitary
Fred S. Pentzer
East 2Nd St. Muscatine
Henry Jayne
Wm. Hofman Arthur Hoffman
Wm. R. Jayne Jayne & Hoffman
Journal Office
P. Ingham
Attorney AT Law
E. 2Nd Street
D. Horst
LAW End Notary Public
E. & Day
East Second Street
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