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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1917
Page
4
Shortt R J Wiley in charge of registration for all eligible condemning items for the county announces a revived complete list for voters and letters. A meeting of the registrars is planned for Saturday at 1 pm to discuss plans and methods for the June 5 registration work. Knowledge has been received.
The sheriff outlines measures to prevent registration evasion by youths, suggesting a badge or designation for those who have registered. He warns that evasion will be prosecuted, and lists registrars across townships and wards, including Int Ward Muncatine-oho and Bloomington Twp locations, with numerous names.
A community notice states pillow cases aprons and a rug will be available at Trinity Parish Hall on Thursday. mentions Mae Goodman who has been caring for someone and plans to resume duties at the Grand Hotel soon in a brief, hopeful update.
Four new divorces were filed in the district court yesterday and today and are slated for trial at the June term starting June 5. Attorneys Clartin Mason and others are noted, with claims of cruelty desertion and separate suits across several parties.
The Columbus Junction high school graduating class was given a reception at Superintendent and Mrs. Heitmuat’s home on Monday evening. The social gathering featured pleasant entertainments and music. Delicious refreshments were served by Mr and Mrs Huston to conclude the evening.
An old advertisement touts Zemo as a cure for pimples blotches and skin eruptions. It claims acne eczema itch and rashes ease quickly with Zemo sold by druggists. The liquid antiseptic costs 50c to 1.00 and is described as safe for tender skin.
Muscatine resident Mrs. J. Henning reports relief from kidney pain and backache after using Doan's Kidney Pills. The ad claims chronic kidney trouble eased, with improved energy and less dizziness, recommending the product for weakened kidneys and urinary issues.
Kettlekamp back from Kansas City to Rov. Ta Be Kettlekamp of the German Methodist Episcopal church. He arrived morning after a serious incident, with his sister Mes. The pastor will conduct prayer meeting this evening. Mrs Kettlekamp to stay in Kansas City indefinitely. Card of thanks from Fleury Meyers and family for condolences and floral offerings.
A session of the hospital supplies and comforts division of the Muscatine chapter of the American Red Cross was held this afternoon at the society’s local headquarters in Muscatine Roam. Tomorrow another meeting will run from 2 to 10 o clock to sew articles for U S soldiers. all interested and willing to aid are urged to attend regardless of membership.
Funeral ceremonies with full military honors will be held in Evanston for Mira Helen Burnett Wood and Ted Croan, two sailors killed by shell fragments during target practice aboard the American steamer en route to France. A detail from the Great Lakes naval training station and Chicago National Guard units will attend.
The remains of Mrs. Charles Mc Konaie who died at her home on Lewis Avenue Monday were taken to Wellman this morning at eight o'clock for interment.
A probate notice states that on May 9 1917 a will purportedly of Thabo Colbert late of Ward County was opened and ordered for hearing on June 9 1917. The court invites interested parties to appear and show cause why the instrument should not be admitted to probate. Clerk RG Tipton presiding. Stoffman Hoffman attorneys.
Oakville May 43. Eighth grade commencement exercises featured Miss Martha Bowers as the sole graduate with many numbers. County superintendent Izola Sweeney presented diplomas and delivered the address. Saturday night the class play impressed, under Miss Brown’s instruction. Mrs Rex Nyemaster and daughter Helen visit in Wapollo at Mrs Wilton’s parents.
Chet Kally and partner from West Liberty calved on the way to Chicago for the annual speed sale of fast horses. Mr. Kally contributed one mounted horse to the event, signaling the family’s active involvement in the horse trade and local racing culture.
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