Foul murder shocks Jasper County community
The article chronicles the fatal assault on Mr. Zollinger, detailing the brutal blow with a club near his home, the evidence of blood along the path, two clubs found nearby, and the investigation pointing to robbery gone wrong. It notes his brave service, family grief, and inquest to occur next Tuesday with local officials and comrades paying tribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zollinger
Hunter & Wagner's
Wee
C. M. Hinsdale
Aber
Gorrell
Dr. Hunter
Tore
Saremlatn
Hagerstown
Elizabeth Ves Hing
Gulielma
Inger
Nwa
Mers
Port Gita
Sabine
Sheridan
Fisher
Jasper County
Legion
Mature
Mont Us
Adjutant Browne Discusses Coxey Movement in City Visit
Adjutant general Browne and his brother John spent Monday night in town, then departed for Massillon Ohio. Browne addressed a District Court session and spoke on Coxey themes and Good Roads. He predicted Coxey as a presidential candidate if Populists endorse him, and noted tensions among McKinley and Reed. He described workers waiting for jobs and wore a silk hat and patent leather shoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl
Coxey's Wear
John
Mavsdla
Ohio
Bro
Browne
Kansas City
Coxey
McKinley
Reed
Allison
Wall Street
Massillon
Washington
Unbidden Guests Surprise Courts of Newton
Informal winter gatherings among Newton residents culmined in a surprise 40th wedding anniversary tribute. Mrs Kate Miller hosted, but Mrs H E Hunter’s party paused when neighbors, guided by curiosity and friendship, arrived with a Merry Go Rounds group to celebrate Doctor and Mrs Hunter. A well stocked supper followed into the late hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Miller
H. E. Hunter
Mrs. Miller
Patriotic School Program Highlights Washington Theme
A large school program celebrated Washington’s life and American patriotism with recitations songs and costumes. Students presented roles from Uncle Sam to George Washington and thirteen colonies. Teachers and directors praised the effort and the hall was decorated with flags and national colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thi
Lowa
Washington
Gertrude Fehr
Life of
Chie
Lexington
Ton
Concord
Rowland
Wshington
Sumpter
Max McCollums
Blair
Howard Ker
Myrtle Drew
Mount Vernon
Washington Vera
Drew
Aud Revere
Corinne Harvey
Vasbinder
Herman Dahlgren
Columbia
Lincoln
Earle Burnell
Burt Clutter
Harry Hunter
Albert ‘Secor
Will Eberhart
Ea. Malmberg
Thompson
Clyde Meredith
Uncle Sam
Miss Harrah
Woodrow, Wendt
Ogg
Re’ Brooks
Ora ‘Townsen
No. 10
Shiloh
Round-Up Items From Local Visitations and Socials
A jumble of social notes recounts Mrs. J W Cowsill visiting with her parents in the city, Neva Andre’s travel plans, a marriage of Charlie Dicht and Anna Wilsterman, and calls from local clergy. Reports mention B S Gilson retiring in Marshalltown and preparations for millinery work, plus a Knights Templar banquet, a St Patrick’s Day charity ball, and various committees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Cowsill
John Schalk
Des Moines
Saturda
W. D
Jock Island
Neva Andre
George Ledyard
Charlie Dicht
Anna Wilsterman
Cyan
C. C. Hare
V. W. H. Gifford
Jwas
Dex Moi
Avoca
Jacob Zollinger
J. R. Zollinger
B.S. Gilson
Marshalltown
Des Moines Arch
Hinery
Lederer
Josie Wright
Han & Son
Deere & Co
Newton
Deere's
Hoods It
Aughan
Husic
Newt
Sec
City Central
Grinnell
K.P. Hall
Knights of Pythias
Mesdames
J. W. Hunter
L. A. Gates
J. P. Newell
Geo. Metalmont
G. F. Chase
H. M.vaughan
R. Wagner
Blanche Ft
Jessie Winslow
Madge Stevens
Stella von Court
Jay Clark
Chas. Ritter
M.A. McKinley
Jennie Russell
Myra Davis
Emma Stover
Mra
M. Robinson
Stella Townsend
Marian Sampey
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. R Zollinger
C.C Harrah
J. Evans Ryan
Newton Cemetery
J Ester
Lered
Heaven
E. M. Zollinger
Gulielma’ Zollinger
Edward M. Zollinger
D. J. Eberhart
National Federation of Woman's Clubs
Siarea
Caesar
Brutus
Eberhart
Coxey Movement
Mrs. S. Hunter
Father OF
Our
Fair Ground
Board of Direttors
Court House
F. E. Hinkleman
Guy Lain
1St National Bink
Knights Templar
Knight
Theuets
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