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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1916
Page
6
Chicago Wisconsin game and Minnesota Iowa clash loom as major Big Ten rivalries. Wisconsin fans flocked to Madison while Minnesota and Iowa anticipate a decisive showdown with Northwestern in a packed college football weekend across the Midwest.
Chicago experts project Minnesota to win the big matchup with Iowa as the Gophers showcase a versatile back Noll and a practiced offense. Wisconsin’s clash with Chicago further tests both teams as coaches implement new formations and tighten discipline ahead of the midwest showdown.
Rumors swirl around the upcoming football clash as Grinnell and Cedar Rapids vie for the conference crown. Grinnell quarterback Watt leads an offense still adjusting after last week’s loss to Bololt while Cedar Rapids emphasizes veteran linemen and disciplined play. Weather and practice disruptions loom as teams prepare for a decisive late-season showdown.
Cambridge Oct 28 The Harvard Crimson face Cornell in a decisive football game at the stadium. Mahan will miss the toss, affecting Harvard’s strategy as Cornell seeks an edge. Cambridge hopes for a reversal after Cornell’s earlier defeat of Harvard.
Eureka wins a close game against Aledo in a white football championship clash. Key plays flow late as Warelen Collyke leads Eureka with decisive scores, McKunte’s late placement kick seals a 7 to 6 victory. Both teams displayed persistent defense and crucial fourth quarter momentum.
Wausome, Wis October 25 Danny Shay former manager of the Kansas City club will manage the Milwaukee brewery in 447, underway at Brewery Street, Milwaukee. The announcement stated Shay will lead the team next season and aim to improve the club’s performance.
In Jackson Mississippi more than a hundred spectators from both sides joined a disturbance after the fourth period of a football game. Officials listed the final score as 13 to 4 with unclear details and no injuries reported.
Auto speeders gather for an American driving championship race at Shoopshead Tay Roadway track at 10 miles. Entry list includes Ceciout, Da Palma, Poupgoot, Trapta, Paugoot, AliKing Mouseat, Wis Cox, Maxwell, Relkcontuchors, and many others. The meeting will determine the year’s top driver.
The Harvard Cornell East contest draws strong interest as Princeton targets a victory over Dartmouth and Penn faces challenging odds against Maryland. At Pittsburgh York and Philadelphia area sports updates, plus a local boxing report describe weight classes, cancellations, and a decisive stoppage in the fourth round.
District Court reflects Mra. Casate ElMont appointed administratrix of her late mother s estate, with C Nichola attorney and Allen McCurdy of Convsville listed. The case involves a $1 600 promissory note claimed by Agron against J Hy, who denies indebtedness and disputes allegations, connected to a land deal contract.
In Columbuyg Junction on a late October Friday a lively party hosted by Evelyn Spragin featured decorated rooms, games, and refreshments. Numerous residents and guests from nearby towns attended, including Wilma Wilson, Misa Wing, and Tom Barnew, with reports of travel to Davenport and Lawrence and visits to Cedar Rapids and Muscatine.
Mrs. Lawrence Maten of Bennett hosts her parents Mr and Mrs J U Frond while Mr and Mrs F J Pomble entertain guests Monday evening in honor of their visitors Mr and Alta L Kinsey of Dana Indiana. Next Friday night Mr Pomble invites all the ex soldiers of Wapello to a gathering and the I M E Ald Hociety will be entertained Tuesday afternoon by Mesdames He Chittum, Shaw and others.
County Agent J W Merrill told at Sweetland Methodist church that Blue Grass farmers have cut threshing costs by using a 30 horsepower electric motor on trucks. He cited full economical power, noting costs per bushel for oats and wheat fall dramatically versus steam or gas engines, and urged farmers to form cooperatives to share power and wire, despite copper wire costs. He warned initial setup costs could be high unless many farmers join, reducing per-farm expense.
A fragment notes Amami McKay and an aunt leaving town for treatment at Lakeview hospital in Davenportwood. Itta hopes the specialists' front-line therapy will renew her condition.
Mrs Chir Boller visited Durant on Tuesday afternoon. Vion Boliguek attended the Stenehers Sunday center event at West Branch and spent Sunday at the W B Protzmann home in West Liberty. Mrs E Moeler hosted the Card club gathering Thursday with a religious lunch. Mrs Pagipann, Mrs Ander son and Vera Moeller shopped in Davenport Thursday. Vera Mauller Martha Lange Chris and Frank Panelia Romeo Dittmar Arnold Jost and Welbner spent Sunday evening with friends in Davenport.
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