Apple growers expect satisfactory Cort yield in Missouri meeting
Orchardists at the Mississippi Valley Apple Growers meeting at Col Dalton's home near Laverton Missouri express expectations of a larger overall apple yield this year led by varieties other than Jonathan and noting the hot weather and high interest. They discussed spraying in July, quality concerns, and potential expositions, while memorials and condolences were offered for two late members and their families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi Valley
Colaston
Laverton
Jonathans
Col. Dalton
Ben Davis
C. M. Fette
Hannibal
William Edward
Willis Seward
Quincy
W. G. Curd
Rette
B. FF
Castle of
Bogarth
Hanninl Ude Company
Ife
Idgeton
Mr. Hickerson
Louisiana
Stark Bros’. Nurseries
C. Hf. Williamson
Fall Creek
H. B. Thi
Lima
Abe Martin Bonstable Plum'r Brother Dies Yesterday
Abe Martin reports the death of Plum'r brother at about ninety eight years. He notes if he had lived three months longer he would have received coupons for a suit and cane. Two tellers are described as resembling an automobile or par, with added noise in the scene.
Henry Muellers Body Recovered After River Drowning
Henry Muellers body was found Friday afternoon seven miles south of Hannibal after a long search. The drowned resident of the city, living on Maine Street, was recovered with brothers Ed and Herman Mueller and sister in law Mrs Herman Mueller arriving on the early train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vlenry Mueller
Jet
Maine Street
Mississippi River
Lannibal
Herman
Theodore Mueller
Herman Mueller
Funeral for Henry Mueller Held Today
The body of Henry Mueller, who drowned near Hannibal, arrived on the 12:45 train this morning. The funeral will be conducted at Freiburg's chapel at 4 p.m. and at St Boniface Catholic church at 5:30 p.m. Burial will follow in St Boniface cemetery. Friends are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Mueller
Hannibal
Freiburg
St. Boniface Catholic Church
St. Boniface Cemetery
Commanded Regiment Recruited in Quincy
Jones B P Hughes of 135 Jersey Street claims a Whig reader that dispatches from Kansas City misstate Col William Waters death and command. Cal Waters led the eighty fourth Illinois infantry raised in Quincy Adams County. Seven survivors are named Phin Waters Thomas Abbott Clayted Shin George Simpson James Hughes Willem Tilt sen and Thomas Barton. Regiment organized in August 1862 with notable war record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas M. Abbott
Clayted Shin
Adams County
George Www. Simpson
James Hughes
Willem Tiltsen
Thomas Barton
Quincy
Orgyn
Russia Japan treaty clears up Chinese situation says envoy
Rome July 29 Baron Sakaravnto, in Rome for an economy conference, told the Associated Press that the new Russo Japanese treaty clarifies China's status from an international view. He said it ensures an open door in China to all nations, including the United States, and that Japan seeks fair laws, a policy also held by the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Baron Sakaravnto
Associated Press
U.S
Japan
China
Milwaukee Heat Wave Causes Seven Deaths In State
Milwaukee endured a record heat wave with 97 degrees marking the hottest day in 13 years. Prostrations caused three deaths, drowning claimed two, and over twenty people were overcome in Milwaukee. statewide reports list seven heat related fatalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Trevino Reports Battle Near Cerrero Gordo
Gen. Trevino said on Friday that forces under Gen. Ramos clashed with Villa’s men at Cerrero Gordo. The fight left 120 Villa bandits dead, including Pablo Gonzales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mentico City
Trevino
Ramos
Cerrero Gordo
Villa
Pablo Gonzales
Mercury Tops 104 Degrees as July Records Loom
Local weather observer notes a 104 degree maximum on Friday with 87 and 98 degree readings earlier and 100 at 5 pm. July has seen ten 100 degree days, risking a new monthly record and prompting pleas for rain to avert crop shortages across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercury
Snowball Fight on Flat Top Mountain Summit
Mr and Mrs D L Musselman and guests joined a group of 15 Quincy tourists for a mountain snowball fight 11000 feet above Estes Park Colorado on Flat Top Mountain near the continental divide. They spent five weeks in the Estes Park area hunting fishing camping and enjoying blankets each night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. L. Musselman
Lawrence Wells
Tohn
Harriet Wells
Albert Sohm
Quincy
Flat Top
Estes Park
Colo
Chautauqua Programs Ready For Quincy Audience
Free programs available today at Taylor’s book store Brown and Mars Reed Drug stores Collins Plow company State Street bank and Tiineis State bank A 1800 seat tent and smaller tents on Chaddock Roxys grounds preparation underway for a weekend event Final details settled Friday night at J M Dunlap home season tickets on sale today at 82 saving money over individual prices Committee expects strong music and literary talent and patrons will enjoy a cool setting under college trees in Quincy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor’s Book Store
Brown and Mars
Reed Drug Stores
Fifth and Meimie
Collins Plow Company
Twelfth
Vermont
State Street Bank
Tiineis State Bank
Bie
Chaddock Roxys
J. M. Dunlap
Hampshire Street
College Yard
Quincy
Cavalry Regiment to be Recruited in Brownsville
In Brownsville Texas on July 29 officers of the First Hanais were ordered by Gen James Parker commanding the Brownsville district to recruit a cavalry regiment for full war strength 1476 men. After losses in muster and medical exams in Springfield the regiment now numbers 1150 men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brownsville
Texas
James Parker
Springfield
Beverages barred in Brownsville district exchanges
In Brownsville Texas on July 20 all beverages known as near beer or any drinks with two percent alcohol were barred from regimental exchanges and National Guard canteens in the Brownsville district. General orders issued by Brigadier General Parker also direct the setting up of restaurants where meals differing from regular army rations may be purchased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brownsville
Texas
Brig
Germi. Parker
American refugees reach New Orleans
July 29 Hancock arrives in New Orleans with 73 American refugees from Vera Cruz Tampico and other Mexican ports Some refugees claim Guanajuato governor imprisoned Americans after the Carrizal fight but released them after a week and Hidalgo governor ordered Americans to depart
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Hancock
Vera Cruz
Tampico
Guanajualo
Hidalgo
Adams County Expected to Get $6000 for Roads
County Superintendent L L Boyer says Adams County will receive about $6000 as its share of federal road funds in the first year. He notes the state will get $220,926 of a $5,000,000 national appropriation, with details pending from federal and state plans. The Chamber of Commerce seeks to inform voters about a county bond issue and will craft educational plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Boyer
Adams County
Boyer
Perry
Chamber of Commerce
David F. Houston
Department of Agriculture
Chamber of Commerce Committee
George A. Binkert
Submarine interest marks Quincy Naval Reserves cruise
Members of the Quincy Tenth division of the Illinois Naval Reserves left Quincy on July 13 for a two week cruise aboard the U S cruiser Alabama. Lieut W A Johnson commanded 70 engineers and 29 Quincy men. The battalion joined 3884 men and 20 officers from nine other divisions in Chicago and toured Philadelphia Newport and Port Pond Bay amid rain fog and seasickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy Tenth
Quincey
U. S
Alabama
W. A. Johnson
Tle
Chicago
Baltimore and Ohio
Philadelphia
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
Jineis
Missouri
Minnesota
Iowa
Illinis
Rhode Island
Ilinois
Maryland
Lieut. Johnson
Montague Point
New York
Newport
Block Island
Uwhnoers
Colored Lowden Club Holds Bib Smoker
About 200 members of the Lowden Republican Colored club attended a smoker at the club headquarters at Eighth and Lind streets. George Vedder called the meeting to order and introduced Prof. Sam J. Morton as principal speaker. Morton reviewed Col. Lowden's life and urged work for him in the primary. Other speakers included J. T. Swan and Walter W. Miller, candidate for circuit clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowden Republican Colored Club
Eighth and Lind Streets
George Vedder
Sam J. Morton
Morton
Col. Lowden
T Swan
Walter W. Miller
Girl Dies On Sidewalk In Illness Cast
Gladys Herrington, 13, daughter of Mrs. Ella Herrington of 223 North Third Street, died Friday evening on a sidewalk near the Waller second hands store where she rested for air. She had spinal meningitis for years and became blind last August. Coroner Haley and undertaker officials handled the case. she is survived by her mother two brothers Carl and Glenn and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. William E. Waller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladys Herrington
Ella Herrington
North Third Street
Waller
Hf. O. Collins
Haley
Carl
Glenn
William E. Waller
Festival profits and labor events at July meeting
Friday night reports show the midsummer Trades and Labor Assembly festival in Highland park July 18 earned 182.44. Funds will entertain guests who may attend the Quincy labor convention next October. Delegates approved numerous reports as Labor Day plans advance for Baldwin park on September 4. William Judson named as fraternal delegate to Hannibal for August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Trades and Labor Assembly
Highland Park
Quincy
Labour Temple
Labor Day Committee
Baldwin Park
William Judson
Hannibal
Drummond
Hannibal Trades and Labor Assembly
Nois State Federation of Labour
Bernard Deters
Barney
Henry Deters
South Side Boat Club Regatta Plans Set for August 13
South Side Boat club regatta committee meets to outline events for August 13 starting at 2 PM. The program includes a barge race for married and single men, four oared shells, work boat and model boat races, with possible launch race. Entries close August 10 and final officials to be chosen then. Music will accompany races at the club house located at Front and Delaware streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side Boat Club
G. Weisenburger
Bert Middendorf
John Heithold
Charles Peek
C. Gail
A. Lymenstull
O. Zimmerman
Ames Conger
Club House
Delaware
Jackson
Return
Mammoth Smokestack Planned for Amer ican Strawboard Plant
The American Strawboard company plans a new city plant featuring a 200 foot smokestack with 12 foot interior diameter. A boiler battery will supply 3 000 horsepower, aiming to make the rebuilt mill the largest of its eight plants. Output will rise from 28 to 120 tons of paper daily with new products including pulp from old paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Strawboard Company
Vanderventer Logsdon wed at Vermont Street Church
Hallie Mae Vanderventer and Ernie Cecil Logsdon, both of Versailles, were married Thursday at 8 p.m. in the parsonage of Vermont Street Methodist church by Rev. N M Rigg. They will reside in Versailles on a rural route.
New Bakery Open to Public Today at Hampshire Street
After remodeling the A. J. Bakers bakery at 643 Hampshire Street reopens to the public today. Visitors may inspect the new facility, receive souvenirs, and see modern automatic ovens and 28 000 bricks in the remodeled building. Mr Bakers has operated at the site for ten years with a solid trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Bakers
Hampshire Street
Bakers
Quincy
Majestic Cafe
Hampshire
Eiectric Studio
Quincy Singing Winners Lead Highland Park Night
Herman Otten, James Miller and Casper Schwab won first to third prizes in a Highland Park singing contest on Thursday night. The park plans three special nights including a Lucky Foot dance tonight and a Sunday appearance by the Fifth Infantry band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Otten
James Miller
Casper Schwab
Highland Pars
Fifth Infantry Band
K. of C. Choral Club
St. Louis
Frith Infantry Band Concerts in City Parks
The Frith Infantry band will perform this evening in Washington Park and Sunday evening in Highland Park. Program includes Bugle Blasts Warne American Sketch Moyddieton selection from Sari Kalman On My Way to New Orleans Medley of Latest Songs Poppy Time in Old Japan Poet and Peasant over Tug on decreate the Reve ete Heart of American March The Star Spangled Banner Fifth Infantry March Tales of a Traveler Sousa Metropolitan Echoes Losey Medley of Popular Airs Dance of the ToursPonchrelli.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warne
Moyddieton
Lee Vegele
Kalman
New Orleans
Mohr
Snyder
Old
Japan
Dalmage
Highland Park
Reinkendorff
Sousa Metropolitan Echoes
Lucas
Losey
Stern Dance of the
King Christian of Denmark Narrowly Escapes Drowning
London July 29 King Christian of Denmark had a narrow escape at sea when a small sailboat capsized in a gust. He swam to the overturned craft and sat astride the keel until rescuers from shore aided him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Christian
Denmark
Reuter
Copenhagen
Heat expands city streets buckling pavements and sidewalks
Extreme heat has expanded city streets and sidewalks, buckling paving on North Twentieth Street and South Twelfth Street and damaging concrete state aid roads and granitoid sidewalks. Expansion joints fail in newer pavements. crews may tear up sections once heat subsides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Public Works
North Twentieth Street
South Twelfth Street
East State Street
Evans to Play Solo in Quincy Exhibition Match
Ned Sawyer falls ill forcing Chick Evans to play alone at the Quincy Country Club eighteen hole exhibition in Quincy. The foursome lineup includes Charles Lee Weems Newcombe Stillwell Bob Joliv and Evans with a large gallery expected and a dinner dance planned afterward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chick” Evans
Quincy
Henry Whipple
Ned Sawyer
Wheaton
Evans
Sawyer
East
Cha
Bond
Country Club
Charles Lee Weems
Newcombe Stillwell
Bob Joliv
Chick Evans
Weather forecast for Illinois Missouri Iowa and river outlook
Illinois and Missouri expect generally fair and continued warm conditions through Saturday and Sunday with unsettled and cooler spells possible in parts Sunday. Iowa shows continued high temperatures Saturday and Sunday partly cloudy and somewhat cool. River forecasts indicate a slow fall from Warsaw to Louisiana before a potential halt from heavy rains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Northwest
Towa
Warsaw
Louisiana
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Henry Seymour
Payson
E. N. Larisre O
Plainville
Henry J. Williams
Utah
Colorado
Exposition
Abe Martin
Wisconsin
Colored Lowden
T&l. Festival
Public Library
South Side Cat Club
Danemey
Griggsville
Citzens
Knights of Columbus Council
Knights of Columbus
Davenport
E. Kenneth Jaquith
Aldo Sommers
Atlantic City
Savoy
William Malambri
Jack Floeffler
Con
Three Hoefflers
Frith Infantry Band
Washington Park
Flisghland Park
Down Town
Ecife Hall
Frise
Paci
Davenport Gad
Reokuk
Yi Quincey
Ene
Hannibal Array
Vuis Rar
JAY
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