Local Notes on Fashion Sales and Social Visits
Dr. E H King offers general practice and surgery. Leib brand and New fall dress goods at Leibbrand Ryan Co. announce sales. Miss L M Slater millinery opening Sept 28. Birth: daughter to Mr and Mrs Isaac Pearleman of East Seventh Street. Local visits include Mrs William Hennig in Columbus Junction and a Davenport river carnival outing with several young women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leibbrand, Ryan & Co.'s
Isaac Pearleman
East Seventh Street
Knights of Columbus Laurent Council Meeting
The Laurent Council of the Knights of Columbus meets in Maccabee hall this evening at 7 30 sharp. All members are requested to be present. Signed by A. G. Bestenlehner F S.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Columbus
Laurent Council
Maccabee Hall
A. G. Bestenlehner
F. S
Rev H F Martin Chosen Home Missionary in Illinois
The Rev H F Martin of this city has been selected to serve as a home missionary in Illinois. He will organize and support small English Lutheran churches. Martin previously organized a church at Fairport and helped establish a branch in Montpelier. It is unclear if he will resign his local pastorate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Martin
Illinois
Martin
Grace English Lutheran Church
Fairport
Montpelier
Engineers at Work on the Moscow Canal Survey
Engineers at Cedar River work site near Tice's bridge map the Moscow canal survey. Union Engineering and Construction of Chicago leads, with offices opened in the German-American Bank building. Project viability hinges on a preliminary survey and strong financier backing. Daily Cedar River flow supports a 20 000 horsepower canal result for Muscatine power needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow Canal
Union Engineering and Construction Company
Chicago
Cedar River
Tice’s
George Volger
Muscatine
Social Notes from Stockton Iowa and Surrounding Areas
Miss Margaret of Davenport visited the Bohnsack home in Stockton. About 50 Blue Grassites passed through en route to Durant for a ball game. Miss Clara Struck of Davenport stayed with the James Riessen family. Local youths attended a lodge hall gathering Saturday night. Chas. Keil of Pleasant Prairie visited Monday evening. Hartley noted as Geo. Dittmer and family visitors last week. Edwin Thomason and a friend from Davenport spent the weekend at Jno. Dittmer's. Miss Clara Marolf stayed near West Liberty. Mr and Mrs Hy Bohnsack attended the river carnival in Davenport Friday. Martin Meinert of Maysville visited Helen Dittmer Thursday. Henry Lafranz of Blue Grass aids Adolph Blank with fall work. Miss Clara Riessen of Davenport spent Sunday with local relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stockton
Margaret
East Sixth Street
Davenport
Bohnsack
Durant
Clara Struck
James Riessen
Chas. Keil
Pleasant Prairie
Hartley
Geo. Dittmer
Edwin Thomason
Jno
Dittmer
Clara Marolf
West Liberty
Hy. Bohnsack
Martin Meinert
Maysville
Helen Dittmer
Henry Lafranz
Blue Grass
Adolph Blank
Clara Riessen
Red Top Wins Free For All Race At Davenport Regatta
The Red Top owned by W. E. Hughey of Davenport won the free for all race over a ten mile course in 26 minutes. The Marcella finished second and the Arvilla third. In the 36 foot and under class Arvilla won with Red Boy second and Albatross third.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Red Top
W. E. Hughey
Independence
Muscatine
Red Boy
Citizens' Railway Case Near End in Court
The Citizens' Railway and Light company versus Forepaugh and Sells Brothers' circus is to be concluded late this afternoon with a jury to decide. Lawyers expect to finish by 5 and Judge Bollinger will give the charge. The F B Albers case against Frank Bowman is scheduled for trial at 9 tomorrow morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens’ Railway & Light Company
Forepaugh & Sells Brothers’ Circus
Bollinger
F. B. Albers
Frank Bowman
Mrs. Metzger Dies in Davenport After Illness
News from Muscatine reports the death of Mrs. James Metzger at her Davenport home after a several weeks illness from complications. Her children Harry and Milton Metzger Mrs F J Quinn and Mrs Frank J Malone traveled from Muscatine to arrange the funeral set to be held in Muscatine or Washington with plans yet to be finalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
James Metzger
Davenport
Harry
Milton Metzger
F. J. Quinn
Frank J. Malone
Leslie Carter Dies in Chicago After Prolonged Illness
Leslie Carter prominent Chicago financier and former president of the South Side Elevated Railroad died today after a long illness. He was a notable figure on the city’s business scene and led the railroad company during its earlier era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie Carter
Chicago
Till
South Side Elevated Railroad Company of
Elks Charter Special Leads Muscatine Train to Davenport
About 150 Muscatine Elks planned a special train tomorrow evening at 5 30 to Davenport for the dedication of Davenport Elks Lodge. Paudhet's band will accompany the delegation. tickets arranged by W W Richards and W D Goldsberry. the train will depart promptly and return after the festivities end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Elks
Davenport
Elks of
Paudhet
Muscatine
P. J. Mackey
State Association of Elks
W. W. Richards
W. D. Goldsberry
Pump Station Contract Awarded for Muscatine Project
The Erie City Iron Works of Chicago won the boiler pump and engine work for a large pumping station at Braunworths landing across the river from Muscatine. William Grossklaus of Muscatine secured brick and cement work for 3 260 dollars. The project is to include a 75 hp engine capable of 12 000 gallons per minute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie C'ty Iron Works
First National Bank
Chicago
Braunworth’s Landing
Muscatine
William Grossklaus
Iowa Avenue
Erie City Iron Works
Drury Drainage District Commission
Chester Lillibridge
Muscatine Bridge Company
Drury Drainage District
Byers Decision on Nomination Timing
Des Moines Iowa September 25 Attorney General Byers ruled that districts not nominating at the regular convention or primary time cannot nominate now by either the convention or committees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byers
Des Moines
Isa
Society notes travel to meet sweetheart before Mexican wedding
Miss Mae Harker of Fairport six miles above Muscatine plans to journey to Mexico to wed Dr John Daveys a prominent physician. A farewell party for Miss Harker and her sister Miss Gertrude was held at their Fairport home with about forty friends. Gertrude will return to Concordia Kansas where she manages a telephone office others await Mae's departure for Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mae Harker
Fairport
Muscatine
Mexico
John Daveys
Miss Harker
Miss Gertrude
Gertrude
Concordia
Kan
Mae
Couple to Wed at St Marys Church in Muscatine
Invitations issued announce the marriage of Agnes Cross daughter of Mr and Mrs J S Cross of Muscatine Island to Frank R Bernick of Stockton Illinois son of Mr and Mrs M Bernick. The ceremony will be Sept 30 at 9 o clock with Father J I Grieser officiating. Both are well known locally and friends welcome the news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes Cross
J. S. Cross
Muscatine Island
Frank R. Bernick
Stockton
M. Bernick
St. Mary’s Church
J. I. Grieser
Birthday Club Dines With Mr. and Mrs. Butler
The Birthday Club was entertained Tuesday evening at six oclock by Mr. and Mrs. J M Butler of 112 East Fifth Street. Guests of honor were Mr. and Mrs. A L Lindner formerly of Muscatine now residing in Greeley Colorado.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Butler
East Fifth Street
A. L. Lindner
Muscatine
Greeley
Colo
Matinee party at Family Theatre hosted by Mrs Healy and Mrs Finck
Mrs James Healy and Mrs Harry Finck entertained about twenty ladies at a matinee party this afternoon at the Family Theatre. After the performance refreshments were served at Healy's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Healy
Harry Finck
Miriam Rebecca Lodge Social At IOOF Hall
The Miriam Rebecca lodge hosts a social tonight at the I O O F hall to celebrate the eighty seventh anniversary of the national lodge with refreshments served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miriam Rebecca Lodge
I. O. O. F. Hall
National Lodge
Colonel Hare Circle Meeti ng at G A R Hall This Evening
The Colonel Hare Circle will meet this evening at the G A R hall with full attendance urged. Members are asked to arrive on time and participate in the planned program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Hare
G. A. R. Hall
Brunson Escapes From Mt. Pleasant Hospital
Henry Brunson who was sent to the state hospital at Mt. Pleasant early in August escaped from the institution. He was working outside and walked away when no one was around. He has not returned to Muscatine as of today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Brunson
Mt. Pleasant
W. S. MeeKee
Benham
Brunson
Muscatine
Mr. Taft
Bryan
Iowa
Taft
Chicago
Seaboard
Muscatine Officers Honored At Fifty Iowa Reunion
Muscatine officers were honored at the first annual reunion of the Fiftieth Iowa. Colonel D V Jackson remains commandant while Major John Tillie receives an honored office. Officers elected include D W Jackson Commandant E E Lambert Senior Vice Commandant Major John Tillie Adjutant Fred Vollmer and Rev S R J Hoyt Chaplain. Iowa City awarded next reunion as a parade and ball in Davenport marked a social highlight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Iowa
D. V. Jackson
John Tillie
D. W. Jackson
E. E. Lambert
Newton
Fred Vollmer
Davenport
S. R. J. Hoyt
Iowa City
Coliseum
Hill Scores Bank Guaranty At Nebraska Bankers Meet
Lincoln Neb Sept 25 A communication from James J Hill and an address by Prof James Lawrence Laughlin of Chicago University highlighted the Nebraska Bankers Convention today Hill praised the guaranty scheme as the latest financial fact and said the railroad business had faced incessant attacks for years
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln, Neb
James J. Hill
James Lawrence Laughlin
Chicago University
Nebraska Bankers' Convention
Hill
The New Fall Blocks Are Here Hat Display
The fall hat line introduces new blocks with improved styles and colors. Gordons line offers exclusive features and a snappy look for dressers. Various derbies and soft hats are showcased to highlight the new shapes and shades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordons
Thousands greet Taft as Muscatine welcomes a candidate
At the Muscatine depot by 11 am crowds exceeded 2,500 despite heat. Taft received souvenirs including pearl pin and vest buttons from local businessmen. Democrats joined the scene, signaling broad support. Dr. Hill praised the candidate, and Taft spoke briefly about his record and aims for a strong, constructive government.
Rev J A Boatman to Speak at Sweetland Church
Rev J A Boatman superintendent of the Muscatine district of the Methodist Episcopal church will speak at the Sweetland Methodist church at 10 oclock tomorrow morning and again at 730 in the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Boatman
Muscatine
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Sweetland
Irishman Defines Savings Bank as Quick Deposit Yet Slow Draw
An Irishman explains a savings bank as a place to deposit money today and withdraw it tomorrow with a week's notice. He frames the system as offering fast access to funds with a required notice period and comments on the prudence of saving.
Market News Recap on Wheat Corn and Lard Trading
Market news from Chicago on September 25 reports wheat fluctuating with early gains near 1 percent, later selling pressure, and late-day buying lifting values. Corn showed mixed activity with initial advances and later declines, while oats moved within narrow ranges. Lard and pork products remained firm with packers buying, Cudahy prominent as a seller, and strong expectations for next week receipts at the Union Stock Yards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Armour Brokers
Legaard
Manitoba
Northwest
Spre
Wagner
Lamson
Farrow
Union
Love changes little despite advances by lovers
A brief reflective note on enduring constancy in love contrasted with ongoing progress among lovers. The quote suggests that emotional change remains slow even as society evolves.
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B. SE. Lilly
the Quality Store
E. H. King
Leibbrand, Ryan & Co
M. Ryan
Adams
Just
Frank Ashcraft
Bestenlehner
L. M. Slater
William Hennig
Ninth and
Chestnut Streets
Columbus Junction
Kohr
Pearl City
Wagner Bros
E. Second St
HF. Martin
Union Engineering and Con
Struction CO
Gang
S. E
Lone Tree
D. F. Sullivan
East 5Th St
H. M. Bartlett
Atty.-At-Law
City
Regatta
Circus Nears End
Kiefer
Geo
W. Reuling
ELAS
gram—Band
Muscatine Man
Brick
Nat'l Bank
State Hospital
Fiftieth
Hill Scores
Bank Guairantee
Ruthenberg Clothing CO
East Second Street
Commercial Club
F. D. Throop
Wm. Fuller
Walter Lumpe
Washington
Republican Party
Philippines
Panama Canal
Rev. Boatman
H. J. Frenzel
Denry Jayne, Atl4ur Kofnap
Wom
Hofman
Jayne
Rane & Hofbwan
Lowa Avenue
Vvulual Once
Muscatine, Lowa
Ingham
Vurtice
East Snd St
H. D. Huks IL
Ting Law
Frank L. Blhlmeler
Notary Public
Telephone
Kovlis
Foor German- Americano Bank
J. M. Lipus
Titus & Jackson
Iowa Ave
Thos. Brown
Lowe
J. Carskaddan
W. D. Burk
I. S. Pepper
Caliskauduan
BURN
Coyner
Opera House
Mark Coyner
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