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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1916
Page
3
A chaotic, misspelled account from Davenport hints at Prohibition enforcement amid mayor Lorwalds stance and Merediths gubernatorial bid. It claims bootlegging, police actions, and political tension, linking Davenport to state law battles and a looming election.
Suit to recover 1982 dollars on a promissory note against Rosa H Nelson and George Nelson. William Carney sues Modern Brotherhood of America for 200 dollars on a life policy. Judge Ay de Tovar fines a defendant for supplying liquor to a minor. A demurrer in a divorce case is sustained. Mary Hickey and Alvares contest a custody/award matter. Local attorneys Stanly and Hanley represent parties in several matters.
Local organizer projects 2000 inspectors to gather in May for the Madera Woodmen of America lodge convention. Committees arrange reception and entertainment as drill teams from many camps prepare for the national meet set for next June in Davenport or Chicago.
Leonard Doyle and Robert C. Yates, principals, paid fines of 20 dollars plus costs in a gaming case heard in J. A. Rowan's court. The affair began when Doyle caused Yates to be arrested after forcibly recovering a $10 debt from a gaming room dispute in downtown.
Police report states Peter Cratos, described as a congenial foreigner, was arrested by Police Chief W B Reo on a vague charge in Amatordim, NY. Cratos married two weeks ago and intends to return to Argentina to start a home, according to officials at police headquarters.
The piece argues high beef prices stem from demand for veal derived from calves. It suggests Shredded Wheat as a cheaper, nutritious alternative, claiming it provides real nourishment and can replace meat for ten days. Manufactured at Niagara Falls, New York.
The report describes Doyle being attacked on the street after which he recovered money he claimed to have lost in a crap game. Doyle explained the incident and faced charges with Yates, both were arrested and brought to court. Judge Rowan ordered the money returned to Yates, who allegedly won it from Doyle, and the case extended to the same room.
Moines Ta Oct 4 The town National Guard will be allowed to keep their horses when returning from the Mexican border. War Department approved General Logan's decision permitting the batteries to retain their mounts. Each battery has over a hundred horses and men to care for them.
Report from Geneva via the Telegraph Company indicates Emperor Francis Joseph is seriously ill with bronchitis. The condition is described as critical, with dispatches suggesting potential complications and concern in Vienna and by officials in London.
A society gathering at the church parlors last evening elected officers including President James Lellenan and Secretary Ralph Tutt. The Miriam Rebekah Aid Society met at I. C. yesterday afternoon for a social with plans for events such as a Hallowe en party for Baptist Young People's Union members. Jolly Rovers club meets Thursday at Mrs. Prank Walker’s home, and the St Mathias Rosary Confraternity has a rommxe data next Wed at the Threkoe building. J J Bomke and wife plan a Keokuk visit, returning Saturday.
Chicago baseball fans packed Louvi Park to watch the 1916 city showdown between local American and National League teams under the National Commission. Ten percent of gross receipts go to the association, players receive sixty percent in the first four games. play-by-play details recount early innings, hits, outs, and defensive plays amid a tense opener.
A fragmented report states that twenty five persons received employment in the past thirty days through Muscithio Wolfare AnKor elation. Interviews with applicants and calls made on applicants are noted, with conjugal status and widow conditions mentioned in scattered form within the document.
Dudley family members killed and others injured when a train collided with their car one mile north of West Union Illinois on October 4. Josephine Biber and C Te Babor died instantly. Mrs C F Bae por and Mrs George Babor were enroute to separation. Rip Babor, the chauffeur, may not recover. All residents of Dudley, Illinois.
An old medical advertisement explains neuralgia as shooting head pain with nasal congestion and scalp tenderness, noting causes like nervous strain and blood deficiency. It urges nourishing the blood to relieve nerve pain and promotes Williams Medicine Co booklet and remedies available by mail.
An old fashion advertisement claims Wood's Sage and Sulphur Compound can darken faded hair at home. It promotes a large bottle for about 66 cents, promising darker, more youthful hair with two to three uses. Sold by A. W. Morgan in the ad.
Enthusiastic members of Battery s report strong progress in artillery drill during recent practice. Karl Dicker son, recently discharged after six years of service, says the men are ready to come home with honed skills. They anticipate a week or two more of firing practice before returning to Abscalina. drills have generated eagerness for home.
More than 400 delegates gathered for the annual WCTU convention in Fort Dodge with the first business session underway. President delivered remarks and welcome speeches by city officials outlined plans for the coming year. an automobile parade is planned this afternoon and Judge Pollack of South Dakota will speak this evening.
Clerk of the District Court R G Tipton announced the October term jurors to report November 20. The jury list includes residents from Bloomington and Bloomington Twp along with Wards and towns such as Chela, Burr, and Wilton. An expected backlog from September term may make the October term heavier than usual.
Ottumwa police chief W F Mico received word from Dex Mathew of an automobile insurance company that a Ford car stolen from Ottumwa streets was recovered in Dyche after a tip.
Police awaited the man who left the car for repair at Webster garage today and expected to arrest him for smugglery when he appeared. The car was recovered via a telegram description to Chief Rice, showing heavy wear, ruined rear cushions, and a tan box on the left fender. the registration matched the insurer’s record. A small reward was posted for the vehicle’s return.
The War Department board reported that inquiries failed to substantiate allegations of inefficiency by Army officers and instead established that the development of military aeronautics is being pursued with energy and foresight.
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