McCowen Hall Elects Officers for Coming Year
The McCowen Hall association met on Brady street yesterday morning and reelected President G. M. Waterman and others. Vice Presidents Mrs E B Cros and Mrs Maria Pardy Peck, Secretary A A Miller, Treasurer Mrs Lee Cole. Committees will be appointed and a special meeting next week will review annual reports. December report shows hall in good condition with six housing applications refused due to full occupancy.
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McCowen Hall Association
LEND-A-HAND DIRECTORS HELD REGULAR MEETING
The Lenda-Hand club board presided by Dr. Jan nié McCowen read reports from secretary treasurer and entertainment committee. Total members 2622 with guests totaling 2791. the noon rest moon needs two couches and more furniture.
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Jannié McCowen
Aid Entertainment
Flosé
Clus
Women's Mission Circle Plans Immigration Study
The Calvary Baptist church Women’s Mission circle met at Mrs. I. A. Peters’ home to start the year’s study on immigration with Rev. H. C. Rowlands introducing the topic. Miss Jennie Louise Mickelwright sang Mignon, accompanied by Miss Margie Robraack. The next meeting will be at Mrs. A. R. Catterall’s Locust street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calvary Baptist Church
I. A. Peters
Actington Sivenne
Ton
Margie Robraack
A. R. Catterall
Locust Street
Imperial Cinch Club Meets at Wolff Home
Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Wolff entertained the Imperial Cinch club at their Privie Street home in Northwest Davenport Thursday evening. Three tables were active with cards. winners were Mrs. C. A. Buenge and Mr. Christ Jaeger, with Mrs. Louis Gruenau and Mr. Join Schroeder taking consolation prizes. The next meeting will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Buenge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mira Hugo Wolff
Imperial Cinch Club
Privie Street
Daven
Port
C. A. Buenge
Christ Jaeger
Louis Gruenau
Join Schroeder
Buenge
Robert Burns Club Plans Annual Festival at Lahraman’s Hall
The Robert Burns Club prepares for its forty seventh annual festival on Wednesday January 25 at Lahraman’s hall. Committees include Arrangements Cameron Horne Lind say Haas Kalte. Reception Cameron Horne Lind say Haas Kalte. Banquet with baritone solo Meyer violin solo Toll and Strasser’s orchestra led by Sandy Wilson. guest tributes and a printed invitation featuring a portrait of the Scottish bard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Burne
Lahraman's Hall
Ciwige
Fred Meyer
Gus Wilson
Wiliam Munro
George Miller
A. T H. Meyer
Cameron
Dan B. Horne
William Lindsay
Julius Haas
John
Kalte
Finer
George Helbig
George Schrenke
Henry Klayer
A. J. Meyer
Walter Hass
Donald
AH. Meyer
Aigo ‘Toll
Strasser
Sandy Wilson
Congregational Ladies Elect Their Officers
The Ladies circle of Edward's Congregational church elected officers for 103. The roster includes President Mrs G B Swan First Vice President Mrs J M Glaspell Second Vice President Mrs Al Mare Secretary Mrs W M Radcliffe Treasurer Mrs L E Cole. They will abandon the daily calendar fund method for a weekly contribution and plan a meeting at Mrs J M Glaspell's Brady street home to prepare for work.
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Edward's Congregational Church
Aid
G. B. Swan
J. ML. Glaspels
al Mare Secraary
W. M. Radclffe
L. E. Cole
Jolly Jokers Meet At August Reimers Home
The July Jokers Card club gathered at Mrs August Reimers river road home yesterday afternoon. Six handed cue games occurred with Mrs Reimers winning first prize a center-piece. Mrs Otto Ladenberger took second a handkerchief while Mrs William Mueller received a pillow. A lottery followed and a fine dinner concluded the event. The next meeting will be at Mrs William Mueller’s home.
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Jokers
August Reimers
River Road
Reimers
Otto Ladenberger
Willam Mueller Te Rauid
Sirs
William Muelet
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN LADIES HOLD MEETING
The First Presbyterian Ladies met yesterday at the home of Mrs. EK Lang, 626 East Fourteenth Street, electing officers for the coming year. President Mrs. W. D. Middletord, First Vice Mrs. A. Carter, Second Vice Mrs. Morrie Richardson, Third Vice Mrs. C. Yon Maur, Secretary Treasurer Mrs. B. Long. Reports were read. the society saved 1,200 during the past year. Refreshments followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian
Airs
East Fourteenth Street
W. D. Middletord
Vic
A. Carter
Morrie Richardson
C. J. ‘Yon Maur
B. i Long
Tie
Theta Literary Society Holds Regular Meeting at Davenport High
The Theta Literary Society of Davenport High School met at Mrs Mies Norma Haller's home last evening. Harold Ochs spoke on the Russo Japanese War. A debate followed on whether a prep school course is better than a high school course with John Lillis and Matie Ramsey for the affirmative and John Walsh and Bessie Guy for the negative. the judges ruled for the negative. The program also featured a violin solo by Victor Stibolt and a recitation by Ernest Peters.
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Theta. Literary Society
Davenport High School
Mies
Norma Haller
Wmet
Harold Ochs
Aj High School
John Lillis
Matie Ramsey
John Walsh
Bessie Guy
Victor Stibolt
Ernest Peters
Rural Bowling Club Seeks Winter Outing Plans
The Rural Bowling Club met at the Outing Club for a ree meeting. Members discussed preparations for sleighing parties and a banquet, planning for a winter social with snow conditions permitting and an enjoyable supper to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rural Bowling Club
Tuk A
Sumie
Adelie Unangst Endorsed for Department President
At a meeting of August Wentz Bellet corps No 4 Adelie E Unangst was endorsed for department president at the next annual convention in Oskaloosa. She has spent eighteen years in the W B R C aid for veterans and dependents and previously served as department inspector and two years as corps president. She is praised as a dedicated partisan, diplomat, and loyal veteran advocate.
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Wentz Bellet Corps
Adelie KE
Unangst
Hell
Oskaloosa
W. BR. C
Anaogst
Trinity Women Auxiliary Meeting at Miss Graham's Home
The Trinity church Women’s Auxiliary held a regular meeting at Miss Mary Graham’s home at 828 Brady Street yesterday afternoon. Mr A L Thompson read an interesting paper about the life work of Blatop White of Pennsylvania, founder of the Episcopalian church in America. Cake and coffee were served after the meeting.
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Trinity Church
Mary Graham
Brady Street
A. L. Thompson
Blatop White
Penngylvanlat
Price
Episcopalian Church
Agrerica
Cake
Coffe
Dinner at Outing Club for Trinity Officers
A dinner will be hosted at the ruling club this evening for Trinity officers at 30 dollars. Bishop Morrison is expected to attend as part of the vestry’s event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Ebirin
He Vesits
Morrison
Ladies Bowling Club Annual Banquet Report
The Ladies Bowling Club holds its annual banquet at Tatar Hall next Tuesday to award prizes for top scores of the year. Eleanor Low has arrived in New York City after a long storm delayed word to her worried parents. Louise St John Westervelt returned from the East where she visited relatives. The youth group at Ouliescin hosted a dancing party at Gasliglab last night. St Katherine's Hall reopens for regainer work Monday after winter closure.
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Banuek Ac Tatar
Ned Low
Eleanor
New York City
Widner
East
Warning on Diptheria Dangers This Winter
Physicians warn against diphtheria as winter rises with an insidious form. Parents should watch for unexplained fever and sore throat and take precautions. Inspect drains and sewer pipes for gas leaks, keep home vents guarded, and prevent gas escape to curb disease risk.
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Ltr
Mike
Open Meeting of Tecum Seh Tribe Next Friday
Tecumach tribe No 3 holds an open meeting in Bedmere hall next Friday evening with officers named and members invited to bring friends. Amusements include cards and dancing with light refreshments to be served.
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Bedmere Hall
Sachem
Robert Strelow
Curbem
A- G. Sumpeon
Saganore
C. F. Lehiroeder
Vugier Sagamore
J. T. Kellat
Prophet
Louis Kueli
JF. C. Emendorfer
Wampum
B. Copp
Firat Sanviam
Peter Styffen
Gerond Sauna
Timmerman
Wigwam
John Schivse
Forrest
Bauer
Have You Troubles With Laundry by Joe's Steam Laundry
A fragment invites readers to fix laundry troubles with Joe's Steam Laundry offering to remove spots and gloss from shirts, collars, and bosoms. The ad mentions a phone number 46 and promises quick, thorough results.
Oppose Senator Smoot at Reorganized Church Meeting
In Columbus on January 25 and 26, leaders of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will gather with dignitaries from across the country to discuss backing a proposed action. The meeting plans to forward a government letter of approval concerning the Reverend Emperor, whose position will be strengthened by events at the assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Obin Conference
The
Reorganized Church At Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Isaac Saith
Jowa Electors Vote Monday for Roosevelt and Fairbanks
Iowa's presidential electors will meet at the state house Monday to cast the official ballot for Roosevelt and Fairbanks. They will vote separately for president and vice president, and prepare affidavits showing the result for transmission to Washington. The youngest member may be chosen as messenger by drawing, a practice last used four years ago.
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Des Moines
Jan. T
Iowa
State House
Alext Rooday
Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Senate
United States
Smith McPherson
Washington
Custoi
Wanitestly
Alexsengier
Washinston
Thire Steen
House of Representatives
Soecal
Denial by Ohlemacher on resignation report
Columbus officials deny a report that Dr Oldscher will resign amid charges and an investigation. Dr Ghimtacher stated there is no truth to a widening rift and urged prompt inquiry to clear the matter. Governor Herrick’s stance remains supportive of due process and institutional stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Alp. Ohuneebes
Gallinolla
Oldscher
Fred
Pupen Fim
Technigua
Herrick
Ghimtacher
la Strong
Grand Masquerade by Veteran Volunteer Firemen at Turner
A grand masquerade event hosted by the Veteran Volunteer Firemen's association takes place at Turner on Saturday evening January 14. Music by Strasser's Union band. Tickets 50 cents, two for a dollar, extra lady 23 cents. A good time guaranteed to all. The Committee.
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Veteran Volunteer Firemen's Association
Turner
Strasser
Union Band
Street Car Men Plan Masquerade at Turner Hall
The Street Car Men's union entertainment committee met to stage a masquerade in Turner hall on Saturday January 28. The event will use Strasser's orchestra of fifteen and raise funds for the sick benefit fund. Central committee members are James Coleman Toblais M Watkins Fy Miller Q Slater and Carl Bielefeldt Attic committee members include J Greham Martin Markison H Fy Walker and Adolph Jacobs.
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Turner Hall
Strasser
James Coleman
Toblais M. Watkins
Fy Miller
Q. Slater
Carl Bielefelde
J) Greham
Martin Markison
H” Fy “Wal ‘Ker
Adolph Jacobs
Bandits Fail in Attempt to Wreck Train Near Wheeling
A heavy box bar was driven to a switch on the Baltimore & Ohio line thirty miles east of Wheeling, Ohio, in a failed attempt to wreck the New York and Chicago Express. The train carried over 200 passengers and halted after workers removed the obstruction. A watch was heightened after multiple similar attempts in the past year.
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Wheeling
W. Vs
Underwood
New York and Chicago Express
Baltimore & Ohio
Man Hto
Yale to Name War Secretary Taft to Dodge Lectureship
New Haven Conn Jan 1 1906 the Dodge lectureship at Yale will be filled by William H Taft secretary of war Taft's appointment will occupy the lectureship founded by William E Dodge New York with endowment of 80000 for lectures promoting Christian education and uplift among students graduates and educated men of the United States
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Dodge
New Haven
Conn
Yale University
Willam A. Taft
Yale
Wies
William £. Dodge
New York
United States
Mga
Christiay
Pallbearers Named for Funeral of Local Woman
Friends and relatives served as pallbearers for the deceased local woman. Autizens, Mrs. Be Graft, Liotr, Nrg., Finny Cots eae and Illa Gladys-Gar acted in the role, reflecting the community’s circle of mourners.
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Finny Cotseae
Gladys-Gar
Does Not Go to Berlin Washington Announces Griffith Appointment
Washington January 7 The president will offer and first-clients consular appointment to TL I Griffith of Indianapolis for services in the last campaign among Indians The announcement was made at the White House after Representative Overstreet called to see the president Griffith was to be appointed consul at Berlin for his service but this appears to be a correction to a prior misstatement
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Washington
Tli. Griffith
Indianapolis
Overstreet
Fulani
Vhce
Griffiths
Bertin
Ben
Mistale
County Treasurer of Gibson County Dies in Evansville
Evansville Indiana report says F D Ruwowie, Gibson County treasurer aged about 60, died here after a life free of liquor, fatness, and swearing. He never tasted liquor, never swore, and led a temperate life.
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Evansville
Ind
Ruwowies
Gibson County
Eighty Five Rural Schools Run Three Pupils Each
Des Moines Jan 7 Farm life and farm children have grown unfashionable. Riggs, state superintendent, cites 85 rural schools average three pupils, 28 with two to three each, and warns against consolidation. He argues centralized schools with transport improve instruction while preserving social learning. Rural farm numbers fall, farm sizes grow, and farming joins to erode rural education.
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Des Moines
Riggs
Font
Rurl
Socialist Family Suffering Visited by Officials
In Marshalltown Illinois on January 7 the family of E Masons Wiltse a socialist flag holder at 108 West Railroad Street was found by humane officers in a pitiable condition Wiltse is employed no longer and his wife is dying of consumption Three children aged years to 2 months old rely on charity as the family faces hardship
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Marshalltown
Ill
E. Masons
Wiltse
West Railroad Street
Farmer Accused of Manslaughter in Long Court Case
A northern county farmer Lester Mark stands trial on a manslaughter charge in district court before Judge Elsiv. The suit alleges he abused his young son for years, with more than 100 witnesses called as the lengthy case progresses, stirring local concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fadan
Byiow Tigi
Als
Elsiv
Lester Mark
Farmer
Cesidin
Clark
Aial
Curumer
Uekeeping
Eparatecu
Ing & Srvat
Light bulbs cause spaniel death in North Tonawanda
A cocker spaniel owned by Mrs. Fred Hale swallowed ten colored electric light bulbs used to decorate a Christmas tree. The dog later snapped at two pegestrings and was kicked, the bulbs exploded and killed the puppy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Tonawanda, N
Fred Hale
One Democrat On Board Creston L Tau W Voted
The Creston board of supervisors held a regular meeting this month with the county treasurer to fix department compensation names for poor relief and approve a bridge contract. Supervisor John Danielson was chosen chairman. Only one personnel change occurred James Shade, a Democrat, replacing L H Converse, a Republican, leaving the board with Republicans and one Democrat.
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Creston
Tau
Sue
Acing
Gervisor Joh Danielson
Jas. Shade
L. H. Converse
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Chas
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Sam Shhbert
Ada Reban
Charles Richman
SAVOY
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Robert Burns Club
Congregational Ladies
Jolly Jokers
Theta Literary Society
Adelie E. Unangst
Women Auxiliary OF Trinity
Ladies’ Bowling Club
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Bist
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Gasiglab
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Ang
Fairbank
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Neo
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W. Va
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Berlin
Drake Furniture
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Dramatic and Society
Miss Amber
Lawlord
Charles Eugene Banes
Miss Lawlord
Ameeica
Sadl S. Shubseet
Ada Renan
Chas. Richman
Beshrved
Low
Soriaue
Lester Clark
Branchester
Puppy Swalgirs Inc
Elsted
Heid Sosa
Equitable Life Assurance Society
New Yorke
Anoth
Equitable
Life.Assurance Society
Life Assurance
W. L. Heysinger
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