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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1913

Page

2

Wilton Graduation Plans Highlight Largest Class

Wilton prepares for a May 28 commencement at the Methodist church with Dr. L M Coffman of Davenport as speaker. A 21 member graduating class features music by the high school orchestra and choirs, a diploma presentation by Prof J O Ralph, and multiple post graduation events including an alumni banquet and a senior play.

Ernest Drammeter George Collier Anna Chown Harry Griffith Merlo Meabner Merril Hilstar Frank King John Latchaw Ruth Lee Charley Mockmore Florence Port Ralph Potter Louie Reld Flofenzo Russell Clara Thiering Jacob Ticktin Charles Wright Earl Woodhouse Masonic Temple

Wilton Eighth Grade Entertainment at High School

Wilton Iowa May 22 Special. Eighth grade pupils presented an entertainment at the high school auditorium to a good crowd. Program included songs and drills from various grades, a playlet Fun at the Photograph by the 5th and 6th graders, and a class promotion ceremony with certificates. Participants included Charles Norton John Perkins Nora Murphy Ada Tipp and others.

Wilton Wil Charles Norton Little Piccanin Wrst Grammar Dlags Promoton John Perkins Simon Sohnidar Raymond Osmars Elais Austin Nora Murphy Ada Jinp Mae Poster Anna TicktIn Isola Bridges Dennis Moran Carl Schroder Flint Hesaia Naxgle Doc Charles—Dissle Austin Mans Schmidt Frost Griffith Norton Ada Tipp Clarence French Hans Schmidt Mombarg

Commencement Week Program Announced at Local High School

The school unveils a schedule for commencement week with a junior senior reception May 20 in the high school auditorium. Baccalaureate sermon June 1 at First Methodist, and the commencement address June 6 at Orpheum theatre by Rev. Marion Simms of Vinton. Graduation exercises follow June 3 at the Orpheum with diplomas presented by Dr. W. Norton.

L. M. Grigsby First Methodist Episcopal Church Marlon Simms Vinton Orpheum Theatre High School First Methodist Episcana LD. M. Grigsby Mias Lois St. John Barry Allwen iMilas Ruth Brandt Lloyd Wells Ida Herwig Paul Qungaby Morrell Mackenzie Lindley Hoopes Jonat Wil Eugens Healey Faye McGrew Gladys Hadler Hazel Stanberry Flora Ross John A. Robbing Teaponsi Jund Barry Anson D. Owen Jones J. B. Rendall Dora Tavies-Williams Orpheum Marion Simms Ira H. Melntire W. 4. Norton Board of Education Mugie—High School L. BE. Kettle Earap

Flag Day Observed in City Centered on June 14

City prepares to observe Flag Day marking the 126th anniversary of the stars and stripes. Citizens are urged to decorate properties and merchants to display Ola Glary on homes and business fronts.

Oren to Speak at New Era Social in Rock Island

At the homecoming social in the New Era gymnasium Prof. Oren of Augustana college Rock Island is announced as the speaker. Music by the New Era orchestra and male quartet will accompany several solo selections before the program ends.

Lomecoming New Era Prof Oren Augustana College Rock Island

Refreshments at church gathering. Chamberlain Tablets urged

In cited notice, church members are asked to attend with friends and enjoy refreshments. An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for constipation, claiming they are easy to take and gentle in effect, with sales through all dealers.

Berg Chamberlain

Churches In Group To Meet At Nichols Iowa Annual Meeting

Representatives of the Churches In Group will gather in Nichols for the Iowa City area annual meeting. The program includes opening service, missionary sermon, reports from churches, Sunday school work and teachers training. Speakers include W J Wright, C A Vanney, Prof J F Reilly, and W S Athearn with others.

Liberty Iowa Iowa City Lesiig Dunlap Tmii E. B. Houlston Frank Pierce Frank McKray Wellman T. A. Lindsay West Liberty Glorence Henderson Stakes C. A. Vanney J. F. Reilly L. Dunlap Kalone Missey Ryan Rice Nichols

Truant Officer Duties Expanded by New School Law

A new truancy law raises the compulsory school age to sixteen with two exceptions for older employed youths and graduates. Supt. MelIntire notes many teens will return to city schools, while the truant officer's workload will rise after July 1. Written employer statements required.

Gehool Ira H. Melnura Des Moines Welvel McIntiry Ms Tauira Congregational Church MelIntire

Atalissa High School Graduation Events Detailed

Commencement set for June 4 and 5 at the Atalissa high school auditorium with four seniors to receive diplomas. Baccalaureate at Presbyterian church June 1 under Rev. C A Marshall with theme Counting the Cost. Junior Senior Banquet last Saturday celebrated the Class of 1913 with a full three course menu and toasts by faculty and students.

Atelisea Atalissa High School Inex Gunningham Mary M. Lamb Edith G. Watters Margaret Cheesebrough Presbyterian Church C.A. Marshall Prof. Riddington Verna Miller Inex Cunningham Walter White Wilma Croxen John McFadden Myrtle Shatler Faretroll Hattla Flint

Residence at 1027 Leas Street Partially Destroyed by Fire

The residence of Mr. and Mrs. James Hopewell at 1027 Leas Street was partially destroyed by fire yesterday afternoon. No one was inside when the blaze started. Hopewell, on his way to a store, heard cries and alerted the fire department. Origin of the fire unknown, but likely a defective flue, with flames first seen near the chimney. Insurance covers $500 damage.

James Hopewell Leas Street Hopewell Padestiiang

Mrs Eyota Epens De Praises Pinkham's Vegetable Compound

Middletown Pennsylvania woman claims severe headaches backache and bearing down pain kept her from work and meals. After husband bought Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she improved quickly and could resume housework and aid others. Letters promote the medicine and invite confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Danvers Mass.

Middletown Lydia B. Pinkbm Seversl Eyota Espens East Main St Middletown, Pa Pinkham Lydia B. Pinkham Audi Lydia BE Pinkham Diedigine Co Dyan Mass Froman

Fire Destroyed House But Belongings Saved

The blaze was fought by hose companies after a stubborn effort, saving all household possessions. Damage to the house totals about $500, fully insured. An ad notes a remedy claim for chronic stomach trouble, citing P. H. Beck of Wakelee, Mich., who reports relief after using Chamberlain's Tablets for a year. Sold by dealers.

P. H. Beck Wakelee Mich Chamberlain

Lone Tree High Sees Five Graduates In 1923 Class

Commencement exercises set for May 29 at Fisher's opera house with five graduates named Blaire R. Smid Ellen Alexander Anna Mrd Dunn Charles A. Hacke Lena Alexander. M Sawyer to deliver the commencement address. Program includes Zimmerman's orchestra invocation duet and male quartet.

Lone Tres Lone Tre High School Fisher’s Opera House Blair R. Smid Ellen Alexander Anna Mr. Dunn Charles A. Hacke Lena Alexander Zimmerman Rev. Cb, Coggeshall Boerg Huskina Archie Butler M. Sawyer Men Behind Steve Hamilton C. A. de- Lang Cloves Locbr Gyeil Rita de Lane Anna Dunn Zuthmerman CE Coggeshall

Carnival Draws Crowds Despite Cold Weather At East HM

Crowds flocked to the East HM carnival grounds last evening for free acts and busy concessions despite cold, threatening weather and muddy ground. The grounds hosted various shows with most stalls in operation, drawing eager attendees.

East HM

Titus Loan and Investment Co ad offers 5 percent mortgage loans

An old advert promotes first mortgage farm loans at 44 percent interest with easy investor terms, inviting readers to call or write Titus Loan and Investment Co for details.

Orst-mortgase Towa Farm Joans Titus Loan’ & Investment Corm Ady

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