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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1902
Page
4
The Elks plan a race day at the fair grounds with two events the 2:18 trot and a free-for-all pace. Factories to close and merchants to halt business as Supt Fiske coordinates ample streetcar service. At least 20 high quality horses are on site and entries remain strong with unpredictable outcomes expected.
The Muscatine crowd is expected to pack the town for an Elks lodge event following Squaw's standout Lexington Ky race. Promoters promise a day of good clean sport and strong attendance.
The city council did not meet last evening as planned because W L Roach is ill and cannot attend. Officials intended to discuss lighting matters and ordinances on gas and electricity with company representatives, but the meeting was declared off and no new date has been set.
Rev J L Murphy delivers the second in a series of free talks at Grace Lutheran church Thursday night on the race question. He is described as a student of present day problems and aims to enlighten and entertain the audience. A social hour with refreshments follows in the church basement.
Dennis A. Corbin of Fruitland and Mrs. Susie Silver of Bryan Ohio were wed this morning around 1 o clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W L Clapp at his home 608 East Sixth Street with a small gathering of friends.
J A Passmore, a Bay Island resident, visited the city today to meet Mrs Passmore who has just returned from Vinton where she visited relatives. Passmore is described as a genial Illinois farmer owning many acres.
An auctioneer announces sales in or out of Muscatine Iowa at low rates with satisfaction guaranteed or no pay. Reference is to the U S Express office in Muscatine Iowa.
Miss Fredricka Exo of Chicago visited the King home on West Fourth street. Dr. A A Peterson and Elmer Batterson returned from a three week eastern pleasure trip. Frank Hunter celebrated his 43rd birthday with friends and music. a rocking chair was given. John McClung arrived from Quincy to visit his sister. Wood of Mosler Safe and Wm Mathis of Omaha are visiting in the city. A Court of Honor meeting included initiations and a pie social. Braun's wagon injured seven year old Carl Long near Eighth and Broadway. no permanent injuries reported.
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