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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1908

Page

4

Millett and Vanatta families visit Bloomington Township

Albert Millett spent several days with his brother W. W. Millett on West Seventh street and left for Springdale. Mr and Mrs John Vanatta and daughter Leila, of near West Liberty, returned home after visiting Mr and Mrs W. S. Vanatta in Bloomington township.

Albert Millett W. W. Millett West Seventh Street Springdale John Vanatta Leila Near West Liberty W. S. Vanatta Bloomington Township

Fisherman Sustains Severe Forehead Wound

William Smith of West Eighth street slipped while returning from a fishing trip yesterday and fell against a rail, cutting his forehead. He was then carried home and Dr. E. B. Pulliam called. Several stitches were required.

William Smith West Eighth Street E. B. Pulliam

Father Injured by Horse Kick in Kalona Visit

Keller Asher, visiting his son in Kalona Ja, was seriously injured when a horse kicked him while he led the animal to a watering trough. Four ribs were fractured and recovery is doubtful. Mrs. David Sterneman of East Seventh Street, widow, was informed of the accident.

Keller Asher Kalona David Sterneman East Seventh Street

Will leaves $1000 to Trinity Church

The will of the late Mrs. Elizabeth Van Nostrand was proved before Judge D. W. Jackson this morning in district court. Among several small bequests to relatives, $1,000 is given to Trinity Episcopal Church.

Elizabeth van Nostrand D. W. Jackson District Court Trinity Episcopal Church

Former Resident Frank Barger Injured in Head-on Collision

Frank Barger, once a city resident, sustained painful injuries in a head-on crash on the Missouri Pacific road. He was thrown the length of the express car and required transport to a St. Louis hospital for treatment.

Frank Barger

Death of Wilton child from accident at home

In Wilton Iowa Charles Witmer, age 13 days, died after Friday scald injuries caused spasms. Funeral at home Tuesday at 2 pm conducted by Rev. D. D. Tallman. Interment Oakdale cemetery. Miss Lydia Snyder visited Mrs. John Cope. her missing purse containing a watch and about twenty dollars was telegraphed for but not yet found.

Wilton J. O. Witmer Charles D. D. Tallman Oakdale Cemetery Lydia Snyder Davenport John Cope Mt. Vernon Snyder Cope

Y W C A NOTES Gospels Meeting And November Vesper Plans

The Gospel meeting at the YWCA rooms was well attended and helpful. Mrs Ireland spoke on God's love and unity among believers. Miss Chambers sang That Sweet Song of Old. Social hour and tea followed. November Vesper services will focus on John 3 16 with planned music. Miss Hoopes begins her Bible secretary duties today both at the rooms and offsite. Mrs Weed's English class organizes tomorrow at 7 15 PM.

W. B. Ireland Miss Chambers Miss Hoopes Bible Secretary

Louisa County Veterans to Gather in Wapello for 1908 Reunion

The Louisa County Veterans Association plans an October 15 reunion in Wapello with 100 Muscatine W R C members expected. Activities include registration at 10 am, parade at 11:30, and program starting 1:30 pm at the opera house featuring addresses, solos, recitations, and a flag raising. Meals offered at 25 cent dinner and 15 cent supper at the G A R hall.

Wapello Louisa County Veterans’ Association G. A. R. Hall Muscatine Opera House M. E. Reusch Arthur Springer John Hale, Jr Chas. W. Briggs Miss C. Richards Miss Pugh J. R. Smith J. L. Murray Miss Johnson W. V. Wilcox Des Moines Georgia Miss Richards M. A. Kelly J. F. Sternberg J R. Smith Caroline Richards Miss Shew Miss Edwards J. E. Newsom Tatoo Ralph Willard Wilmot Kansas Oakville Wm. Marsden A. G. Lischer Presbyterian Church Board of Supervisors Baker Burlington Grimes Crawfordsville Packwood Frank Christie Grandview J. E. McCray Thos. Morris Hannibal Grafton Hale Columbus City John Hale Old Soldiers

Family reunion at Claude Hilsa beck residence

A Sunday gathering at 400 Busch street marked the first reunion in ten years. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hilsabeck and son of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. E Hilsabeck and daughter of Fairbury, and Mr. and Mrs. F H Elliott.

Claude Hilsabeck Busch Street Clarence Hilsabeck Chicago E. Hilsabeck Fairbury, Ill F. H. Elliott

Mrs. Florence White Leaves Evanston After Week Visit

Mrs. Florence White of Evanston Illinois departs tonight for home after a weeklong visit with Mrs. Joseph Carr at 971 Fulliam avenue.

Florence White Evanston, Ill Joseph Carr Fulliam Avenua

Titus Hutchinson Nuptials Quickly Celebrated

The marriage of Hon. George M. Titus to Miss H. Jefferson Hutchinson took place Saturday at 7 p.m. at Mrs. P. M. Musser’s West Second Street home with Dr. J. N. Elliott officiating. Relatives attended including four sisters and two brothers. bride’s niece Caroline Clapp served as flower girl. Titus, a former senator famed for the Titus amendment, will reside with Mrs. Musser pending a remodeled home.

Titus-Hutchinson George M. Titus H. Jefferson Hutchinson Miss Hutchinson P. M. Eiusser West Second Street J. N. Elliott First Presbyterian Church Titus Muscatine P. M. Musser Hutchinson Iowa City Teeters Lincoln Neb Clapp Wichita Kan Z. W. Hutchinson Frank Hutchinson Caroline Clapp

Delightfully Surprised By Large Crowd Of Friends

David Herwig of 702 East Eighth Street was surprised Saturday evening by a large gathering of friends for his birthday. Fifty three lighted tapers symbolized life milestones as Rev J C H Light spoke. A Morris chair was given and a bountiful supper followed. guests listed include O C Dunn, Charles Baker, Henry Stellrecht, and many Herwig relatives.

David Herwig East Eighth Street Mr. Herwig J. ¢. H. Light U. B. Church Morris Morsrs Mesdames O. C. Dunn Charlee Baker Henry Stellresht J. A Nicholas Christian Ruthenbers Otto Quandt Benjamin Hyink H. Kindler John Hervig Jec Giesler P. Db. Sowers William Bierman Major Hopkins F. W. Lewis J. A. Lemkau Jennie Pollock Charles Caroline Tohm E. B. Lewis Charles Mikesell Inez Cooley Lucille Baker Quandt Elmer Hyink Winifred Giesler Ruth Lewis

Reception at William Bryan Home Hosts Four Hundred Girls

Miss Bessie Ratcliffe visiting Lincoln attends a university Y W C A reception at the home of William J. Bryan. Nearly four hundred girls participate in the event honoring Miss Angy Manning Taylor of Chicago.

William Bryan Bessie Ratcliffe Frank Barger Lincoln Neb University Y. W. Co. A William J. Bryan Angy Manning Taylor Chicago

Important Meeting of Ladies Aid Friday at Church

The Ladies Aid society of the First Methodist church will hold a meeting next Friday afternoon. Full attendance is urged as committees will be chosen for the annual supper and sale.

Ladies’ Aid Ladies’ Aid Society First Methodist Church Ladies’ Aid Society of the United Brethren Church

Constipation Causes Ill Effects Says Gant Authority

Reader health note describes intestinal lining as millions of suction pumps that pull nutrients. Slow passage leads to decay and toxins causing headaches neck pain heart kidneys and even mental blues. Claims severe consequences without treatment and promotes Blackburn's Casca Royal Pills from druggists.

Gant Blackburn Black- Dare

Young Couple Wed at Home Ceremony in East Second Street

Miss Viola B Schmidt and George E Hulse were married Saturday at 8 30 pm in the bride s East Second Street home. Judge H S Howe performed the ceremony. The couple will reside in Muscatine with friends and relatives present.

H. S. Howe Viola B. Schmidt George E. Hulse East Second Street Muscatine

Miriam Aid Society to Convene Fall Meeting

The Mir iam Aid Society of the Odd Fellow Lodge will hold its first fall meeting at the I O O F hall next Wednesday afternoon. Members are requested to attend as several important matters will be discussed.

Miriam Aid Society Miriam Ain Society The Odd Fellow Lodge I. O. O. F. Hall

Electa Chapter OES to Meet at Masonic Hall

Electa Chapter, O E S, will convene a regular session at Masonic hall on Monday evening October 12 at 7 o clock sharp. A short business session will precede a social. All members are invited to attend.

Electa Chapter Masonic Hall

Major Button club meeting postponed to Friday night

The Major John Button's club meeting, initially set for Tuesday evening, has been rescheduled for Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Mary Huffman located at the corner of Fourth and Orange streets.

John Button Mary Huffman Fourth and Orange Streets

Yeoman Rowena Industrial to Hold Sewing Day at Hall

The Yeoman Rowena Industrial will meet tomorrow afternoon at Yeoman hall for a large sewing project. An all day sewing session is planned for Thursday at Yeoman hall.

Yeoman Rowena _ Industrial Yeoman Hall

Ladies Aid Supper and Sale Date Change

The United Brethren church Ladies' Aid society shifts its annual supper and sale from November 28 to November 11, replacing the earlier announcement.

Farther Lights Set Meeting at Cedar Street Home

The Farther Lights society of the First Baptist church will meet on Tuesday evening October 13 at Miss Bessie Scott's Cedar street residence.

Farther Lights Society of the First Baptist Church Bessie Scott Cedar Street

St Mary’s Ladies Host Dinner at Hare Hall

The ladies of St Mary’s Catholic church held a dinner at Hare Hall this afternoon with a large turnout and the event described as a successful undertaking.

St. Mary's Catholic Church Hare Hall

Westminster Guild Hosts First Postvacation Meeting

The Westminster Guild of the Presbyterian church will hold its first meeting after summer vacation in the church parlors tomorrow evening.

Westminster Guild of the Presbyterian Church

Complete KC Knights of Columbus Candidate List

The article presents a full roll of individuals initiated into the Knights of Columbus. Names include J. Murphy, J. Nolan, J. Brugman, J. Healey, J. Callahan, G. Weis, J. Dowdal, G. Williams, V. Fuller, Geo. Casper, C. Fuller, Rev. J. Gries, T. Barry, John Healey, Thos. Barry, and many others across multiple families and titles.

The Order of the Knights of Columbus D. J. Wwyer J. F. Murphy J. J. Nolan Frank J. Eppé Jos. Zybarth J. T. Brugman Jas W. Healey J. J. Callahan Gustav Weis John Dowdal G. J. Williams Vv. E. Fuller Geo. H. Casper Leo C. Barry Geo. Sneichen J. V. Kennefix C. B. Fuller Rev J. I. Gries Chas J. Judisch Henry Hubbard

Visitors from Minnesota at Pine Mills and local notices

Mrs. Fred Schneider of Armstrong and Mrs. Henry Wittmer of Albert Lea visit cousins Mr. and Mrs. Wm Alteneder. Henry Miller of Conger assists. Verny Ramm ill with typhoid fever. Dr. Vandervere called from Blue Grass. Ed Lupkte and family from Buffalo visit Adolph Lupkte. Wm Hartman family and Miss Mary Vunderlich stay with the Alteneders. County office candidates in town Tuesday. Ed Fix and Miss Iva Paul wed Wednesday. Addie Wunderlich and Flossie Haman visit school. Heberling of Atalissa in area Thursday. Wm Alteneder laying cement floors for John Smith at Pleasant Prairie.

Pine Mills Fred Schneider Armstrong Minn Henry Wittmer Albert Lea Henry Miller Conger Wm. Alteneder Verny Ramm Vandervere Blue Grass Lupkte Buffalo N. Y Adolph Riverview Wm. Hartman Mary Vunderlich Ed. Fix Iva Paul Addie Wunderlich Flossie Haman Mr. Heberling Atalissa John Smith Pleasant Prairie

Funeral services for Stephen Drakos to be held at grave tomorrow

The Fraternal Aid Society will conduct the funeral for Stephen Drakos of Pond Street. Members are to meet at the German Evangelical church at 2 o clock tomorrow afternoon.

Fraternal Aid Society Stephen Drakos Pond Street

Numerous residents visit and return from travels around Muscatine

Mrs. B J Fox of Columbus Junction visits with the Frank Duncan family and returns home. Ella Mize also leaves for Columbus Junction after a Muscatine visit. James Hackett travels home from Letts after seeing his sister-in-law. Mrs. Porter of Grand Junction returns home after staying with the Dale family. Kate Walcott of Davenport visits the M Lewis family on Park avenue. Charles Cross of LaSalle Illinois visits Milton Cross on Park avenue. Mae Longstreth returns home from Muscatine. Mrs. J O Holtz and Mrs. H A Holtz depart for Letts to visit friends. Mary Crouch visits J N Crouch in Davenport. Sam Eis of Montpelier returns home after visiting Muscatine. Elizabeth Tagg of East Second Street visits friends in Rock Island. Milo Rittenhouse departs for Iowa City as his wife visits there. he responds to a message about his ill son. Clyde Padgett returns home after Fairport. Earl Waltman of Dale street leaves for Winfield to visit. J A Henderson of Seymour Iowa arrives to visit friends and handle business.

8. J. Fox Columbus Junction Frank Duncan Ella Mize Muscatine James Hackett Near Letts O. C. Rittenhouse Jefferson Street F. Porter Grand Junction Colo Dale Smalley Avenue Kate Walcott Davenport H. A. Holtz Letts Mary Crouch J. N. Crouch Sam Eis Montpelier Elizabeth Tagg East Second Street Rock Island Milo Rittenhouse King Avenue Iowa City Mr. Rittenhouse Clyde Padgett Fairport Earl Waltman Dale Street Winfield J. A. Henderson Seymour Ainsworth J. W. Hubbard New York Delaware Hallie Carr Coe College Cedar Rapids Fredonia J. C. Duncan Will H. Ogier Oklahoma J. R. Duncan Omaha John Tedford Columbus City Anna Tedford J. McWilliams Ella Rownd Washington J. A. Sprague Theodore Grafe Republican Wapello M. N. Rippey Sheridan Wyoming J. H. Layton Susan Fisher O. M. Cavin America Beane Frank Brown Gwendolyn Floyd Pigman Mr. Pigman J. H. Pigman W. L. Curtis West Liberty

Columbus Junction News Notes and Visits

Columbus Junction and area residents were active with travel visits and social events. School football team lost at Rock Island while town players won at Ainsworth. Local residents and relatives arrived from Winfield, Cedar Rapids, Omaha, Muscatine, and Ames for visits and weddings.

Market Wire Summary Shows Active Wheat Then Dull Decline

Wheat opened highly active with large swings in December May and July prices but drifted lower to near Saturday levels as supplies rose and selling renewed. Rumors of reduced winter wheat acreage and heavy buying by mills supported Dec but later turned weak with a Minneapolis drought note. Corn and oats followed with narrow ranges and modest fades, cash prices steady. Provisions weakened as grain markets slid.

Northwest Minneapolis Bartlett Patten Shearson Hammill Chapin, Rankin Armour Grain Co Finley, Barrell and Champlin Comstock Bartlett Patten Nye and Jenks

Hog prices slip amid mixed demand at yards

Prices for hogs moved weak early in the day as the provision market opened soft. Late, demand from investors and pit traders offered some recovery, but losses returned with October holdings and broad selling. Pork and ribs fell sharply from Saturday’s highs. west hog runs ran about 50,000 head below a year ago. Grain on passage shows mixed weekly totals while Liverpool cables report wheat and corn moves.

Liverpool Cables

Also Mentioned on This Page

A. S. Weidling Iowa Avenue Trinity Church Missouri Pacific Atalissa Central W. L. Mindeer E. W. Strong Chestnut St East 5Th Cummings E. 9Th St Rown Restaurant J. A. Bond, Pron Hilsabeck Iowa Lodge No. 2 A. F W. M K. C D. W. Manhardt Cyril J. Healey M. J. Lindle Fred Wilmering Arthur C. Begey Henry E. Fayle Fred B. Fuller Wm. A. Miller H. C. Wittman E. E. Sweitzer A. C. Strieger J. Strieger, Jr Dr. F. Adrian F. A. Richards John A. Bailey Patrick Curry Thos. F. Barry Thos J. Garvin F. Rininsland J. H. Wilmerving East Hill Mary Helen Letts Warren Ames Vinnie Letts Clyde Turkington Gertrude Klotz Nettie Dill Martha Grace Butler J. B. Allen H. C. Allen David Fox Wilma Duncan Bellevue Hospital Lyn Fox G. B. Stapp Cotter Henry Shaffer Gladwin E. L. Paschal Mary Bowman Marion Iowa Helen Hilton McRoberts Christian Endeavor Nellie McSweeny Ella McSweeny O. G. Orcutt Baby Agency Ruthenberg Family Theatre Teckow Bessie French Orpheum
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