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Newspaper

Tri City Star

Location

Davenport, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1904

Page

8

The House That Jack Built at Burts Opera House

Society notes the final touches for The House That Jack Built are complete and the Burt’s Opera House hosts the performance tonight. Manager Dayton and all involved receive praise for the production with Mrs Jessie Lt. Gaynor arriving tomorrow to observe the show and stay with Mrs W D Middleton.

Jack Burts Opera Dayton Jessie Lt. Gaynor Davenport W. D. Middleton Ripley Street Henry Matthey Dav Theatre-Garts

Reception at Donahue Home for Davenport Ladies

Mrs James P Donahue hosts about 160 women this afternoon at 30 East Fourteenth Street Davenport from four to six. The house is decorated with white chrysanthemums and palms. Guests assist include Mesdames Kuhnen Van Pellen Coble Ficke Dart Middleton Robinson Kendall Cady and Miss Risers Madsworth with Kuhnen pouring.

James P. Donahue Baet Fafteenth Street Davenport Mary Kuhnen John van Pellen Geo. W. Coble, Jr Robert Ficke Cyrus Dart Neil Middleton Theresa Robinson Cojkendall John Cady Mo- Hine Riser Miss Madsworth Nfl Kuhnen

Calvary Church Ladies Entertain with Supper

About sixty members of the Calvary Baptist church gathered Wednesday at Mrs P Crawford's Davenport residence for needlework and light refreshments. A supper for ten followed, with a program including vocal numbers by Mrs L G Susemihi and Mr Zincke, readings by Miss Gertrude Don, a gang selection by Miss LYbun Nath, and music by John Suner's orchestra.

Calevary Baptist Church P. Crawford Fifteenth Street Davenport Crawford L. G. Susemihi Lybun Nath Mré& Zincke Gertrude Don Rock Island John 3Uner

Wedding Yesterday at the Peaslee Home

Miss Grace Pearsiee daughter of Mr and Mrs Oren Pearsiee Elm Street Davenport married Dir Robert Rathmann of LeClaire The Rev CG A Moore of Edwards Congregational Church officiated Attendance was intimate with close relatives Only a few guests and a small dinner followed The couple plan to visit Merida and Havana and then spend the winter in California

Grace Peassee Oren Pearsiee Elm Street Davenport Robert Rathmann LeClaire Sester Aneynoon CG. A. Moore Edwards Congregational Church Merlda Havana Hopway California

West End Mothers Club meets at Bethlehem Congregational Church

The West End Mothers' club gathered yesterday afternoon at Bethlehem Congregational Church in Davenport. Mrs James Stewart of Pleasant Valley read a paper titled A Few Thoughts on children and their questions. Miss Santa McCarl sang a vocal selection with Miss Rough on piano, and refreshments were served by Mesdaures Klind Sorbrh and Prockett.

West End Mothers’ Club Bethlehem Congresational Davenport James Stewart Pleasant ‘Valley Santa McCarl Rough Mesdaures Klind Sorbrh Prockett

Mrs Thompson Hosts Dinner For Mrs Reynolds in Daredport

Mrs Thompson of Sixth Street and Western Ave hosted a courtesy dinner at her home in Daredport last evening for Mrs Reynolds. The social gathering marked a polite gesture among local residents.

Reynolds Guest At Brother’s Home Leads To Quiet Evening

Reynolds of Chitaxo visits her brother at Seventh and Howell streets. After dinner a pleasant evening followed with several guests contributing musical selections.

Miss Jessie MacGinnis Becomes a Bride

Yesterday afternoon at 5 o clock in Davenport at the home of the bride's parents 219 East Twelfth street Miss Jessie MacGinnis became the wife of Henry Lyef. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Lemon pastor of St John's Methodist Episcopal church in the presence only of relatives. The groom is connected with a wood business and the couple will reside outside the city on Braily street road opposite Falymewut church.

Ollock Hilde Twelfth Street Davenport Jessue MacGinnis Henry Lyef Lemon St John's Methodist Episcopal Church Hashin Brailyatreet Road Falymewut Corochery

Resolutions Adopted by the Sunday School

The Spring Street Sunday School records resolutions for the death of brother Charles Davis a faithful worker, noting his summons by death from this life and expressing sorrow and tribute to his service in the Sunday school.

Spring Street Suday School Charles Davis

Jubilee at Turner Featured Davenport Turner Pageant

Last night’s Turner Grand event honored William Reuter as director of Davenport Turnverein. Hon Henry Vollmer spoke delivering a medal to the prominent local figure amid a graceful, formal ceremony marking the twenty-fifth anniversary of Reuter’s directorship.

Davenport Zens i Ion Hein Willam Reuter Davenport Turngemeinde Hent

Sunday School Sympathy Resolution for Bereaved Family

Resolution notes heartfelt sympathy from the Sunday school for a loving son and generous family. It directs two copies of the resolution to be recorded, with one sent to the bereaved family and another published in the papers. Signed by Minnie Arp Anna Schader Frances Emendorter Sigrete Coleman.

Minnie Arp Anna Schader Frances Emendorter Sigrete Coleman

Santa Claus to Attend St John’s Church Christmas Program

About twenty people attended the St John’s Methodist Episcopal church Sunday school board meeting. Arrangements were made for a Christmas program at the church the Tuesday after Christmas, with Santa Claus present and a short program planned.

St John's Methodist Episcopal Church Santa Claus

Miss Blanche Preston Hosts Girls Club Meeting

Miss Blanche Preston hosted the V.7 club yesterday afternoon at 603 Belle Avenue Davenport. Refreshments and social time followed. Upcoming events include a Rock Island co goxed dancing party at Industrial Hall and meetings of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Davenport.

Blanche Preston New Home Belle Avenue Davenport Mary Thulin B. T Club of Rock Island Co Industral Hall

Man Receives Gold Medal At Twenty-Fifth Jubilee

Davenport Turners present William Reuter with a gold medal on his twenty-fifth jubilee. The inscription honors his faithful service and the Turner system's benefit to generations. A hearty reception followed with speeches, tributes, flowers, champagne, cigars, and messages from former pupils and friends.

Renter Witsi Davyenport William Renter Henry Vollmer Londt Pimters Iteel Wiliam Reuter Reuter Devia Gill

Turners Celebrate In Tull With Honey Bee Dance

The Shanlinned program in Tull drew a crowded audience honoring Ur Renter. Senior veterans and non members joined in drills and the Iron Wand display. The event featured girls and boys classes performing dumb bells, polka dances, horizontal bars, and a Wedding March salute amid a line of gymnastic acts.

Tull

Shaffer Announces Retirement From Amalgamated Union

Telegram from Youngstown reports President Theodore Shaffer of the Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers will not seek re election. He cites health strain and says he will not be a candidate regardless of his term end. Shaffer remains aspirant for a labor commissioner post.

Pittsburgha Youngstown Theodore Shaffer Amalgamated Associaton of Tron, Steel and Tin Workers Bo W Tategerald Alice Shaffer Kibor

Make Vagrants Pick Cotton in Shawnee Oklahoma

Shawnee reports a shortage of labor in cotton fields causing large losses as crop yields average over a bale per acre. Authorities round up vagrants and the unemployed, fining them before turning them to farmers needing hands. The season sees tens of thousands of bales marketed at the local compress with thousands more expected.

C. T. Doe

May Be Depot Burglar In Golden City

Golden City Missouri December 2 two lone burglars raided the St Louis and San Francisco depot but failed to crack the safe. They took a small amount from the cash drawer. Thirty minutes later officers captured a man named Charles Mitchell and lodged him in jail with the map linking to the crime.

Golden City St. Louis San Francisco Charles Mitchell

Burglary at Green Forest safe yields express packages

Euraka Springs Ark Dec 2 A gang used a pick and crowbar to pry open the St Louis and Northern Arkansas station safe at Green Forest and stole express packages containing 1000 dollars in currency. The robbery is linked to a gang previously active along the line.

Euraka Springs Ark St. Louis

Notre Dame selects captain for 1963 football team

Patrick Teacom of Sheldon Ohio was tonight elected captain of the Notre Dame football team for 1963. Nathan Silver of Chicago is listed as the sole contestant in the captaincy race.

Patrick Bottom Sheldon Notre Dame Ind Patrick Teacom Nathan Silver Chicago

Geneseo News Briefs Include Missing Youth and Local Happenings

Martin Lager of Geneseo heads to Colorado Springs seeking health in a move noted as a family health step, with Hobt Harper aiding his comfort remotely. Local figures Frank E. Maller leaves for Davenport, Miss Mabel Buell improves after typhoid, and a $1000 draft is traced to a prominent Atkinson woman. Death touches the Weaver family as a newborn loss overshadows the day.

Geneseo Tri-City Martin Lager John Lager Colorado Springs Colo Hobt Harper Martin Frank E.maller Davenport Senate Sniona Frank Mabel Buell Cook & Woods Mary Calnot Atkinson William Weaver Toralne Loraine Jos. McLoughlin Roel Sland Milan Joseph Roberts Charles L. Andreson Peoria Frew Buell Shefield

Hanna letters hint at senate committee dispersal

Topeka December 2. Chairman Stubbs reports gossip on how chairmanships of senate committees are parceled out in Lieutenant Governor Hanna's absence. Hanna replies that appointments may be nearly done, and he may keep the Senate presidency, with no promises about chairmanships until the proper time. He pledges to hear Stubbs and associates if not all is settled by oath time.

Topeka Stubbs Senare Hanna Stubbe Senate

Lodge Secretary Vanishes in Cedar Rapids

In Cedar Rapids Iowa Dee Thomas McMirland financial secretary of the Court Cedar of the Foresters of America is missing since Monday Officials say he is hurt about 200 dollars A warrant for his arrest will be issued as the auditing committee reports

Cedar Rapids Thomas McMirland Cedar of the Foresters of America Lodge Roun Auditing Committee

Novem ber Police Report Highlights Various Incidents

A monthly police report lists numerous categories including assault and battery, larceny, fugitives, robbery, lewd acts, intoxication, disturbing the peace, carrying concealed weapons, fraud, and indeterminate offenses. It notes patrol miles, ambulance runs, inmate counts, defective sidewalks and crossings, notices served, and services such as meals and light outages.

Driven to desperation ad promises Bucklen's Arnica Salve

An advertisement depicts a remote family driven to desperation from accidents and injuries, urging use of Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best on earth. It claims wounds cuts and ulcers will heal and promotes Frank Nudler's Drug Store with a 25 cent price.

Bucklen Frank Nudler

Hicks and Wicks Brief Exchange Sparks Speculation

A terse, tongue in cheek exchange between Hicks and Wicks centers on a woman described in rustic slang. The remark suggests a shift in appearance or identity, with the last sighting noting a Brie nette dress and a Bri nette reference.

Hicks Somersvilie Jeuctai

Also Mentioned on This Page

Donahue Calvary Church Peaslee Home West End Mothers’ Club Mrs. Thompson French Reynolds the Ladies’ Hat Store W. Second St Jessie Macginnis Turner Turngemeinde Misa Ethel Day Baker Decorah Equise St. John Westervelt Dubuque Miss Baker Te State Bonny Baker Grace Eethurat Choir Harmonie Society Mose Wealers Weltile St. Katharine’s Ahi N.S. Mom Will ST. John’s Church Miss Blanche Preston Girls’ Club Hannth Caldwell Chapter The Daughters of the Marc Lagen Lagen Ethel Baker Power College of Music Smd Brady Streets Women's Auxiliary of Trinity’ Episcopa] Church Dubuane Turers Albert Jansen William Korn C. A Tin Rari. Berg John Kaufman Geo Wom Albert Rier Theodore John Korn Edw Kaatnean Psulo Hoddenls Fisk Maghr John Taeger Fred Scupbel Join Rus Kesry Tine Hugo Schroeder Wk Muelke Wafuien Therman Warmhen Gustav Stuenen Harry Steffen Nance Bes Adniral Sar Howie Gynarystias Kriehen Gans Cless Wafling Lyon Wands Lailes Cis Actie ‘Urvers Boye Will Guit Iron and Steel Workers Shawnee, C. T Golden G City, Co Green Forest OWA Frank 5 Miller Atkingon Kina John Costello New Windsor Fred Rostede Albany A Brown LaSalle Howard Hutchinson J B Ferpening Aighy Geres Munson Township Royal Arch Masons Crieth Wall Hecker Sort State Street Fern John Blankenfeld Yhos McMarvin Cedar Rapide Tt Police Murfler Tarceiy Tenon Malicron Kirkwood Boulevard Baliance Coh Founteenlo Street Karre Vasa Eeineh Langwith & Heesch Real Estate and Thsurance W. Third Sc Little Bros Brady Street Tri City Heating and Supply Co Main Street W. BH. Hender Second and Herrisom Streets August H. Sunderbruck Toin Brandt Williout Ruymann Charles Schick John C. Echricker H. H. Vogt Henry G. Rugmeam
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