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Newspaper

Tri City Star

Location

Davenport, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1905

Page

5

Mundt Given Thirty Days In Police Court For Petty Larceny

Emma Mundt, 22, pleaded guilty to stealing a diamond ring from Mrs. E W Searle and jewelry from the home of E J St Onge. The court sentenced her to thirty days in the house of detention, noting leniency by the Searle and St Onge families and the need for reform rather than penitentiary punishment. A second similar offense may follow after the first sentence expires if charges are pursued.

Emmra Mimat W. Searle Searle J. St Onge St. Searle Emma Mundh Emma Mundt E. J. St. Onge Nr St Onge Mmcourt Mr Searle Mr. Searle Mr. St. Onge Ill

Motion for New Trial Sustained in Hines v Faester

A motion for a new trial in the case of William Hines against George A Faester was sustained. The November term noted Hines was granted a commission to sell land for the defendant. The defendant claimed the sale was direct and not through Hines, while the plaintiff argued Hines initiated the purchase.

William Hines George A Faester Bawden & Thueweny Wasa Hines George A Koester Hines Izetrumental

Defendant Files Motion In Court Over Promissory Note

In the case of German Trust Company and Jen Lorenzen as trustees under the will of Bun Wer, versus R. E. Lindsay and Chanderlin & Petersen, counsel for Lindsay, a motion to strike and for a more specific statement in the petition alleging a promissory note has been filed in court.

German Trust Company Jen Lorenzen Inet Bun Wer R E. Lindsay

Smallpox Outbreak Reported on Horton Reservation

Washington Jan 16 report says forty smallpox cases in Horton Wan with a case on the Indian reservation, telegram to the Indian bureau from Superintendent Edwards of the Kickapoo Indians.

Washington Horton Wan Indian Bureau Edwardsoe Kickapoo Indias

Man Pleads Guilty After Beer Glass Assault

Charles Larkin faced police and court today on charges of assaulting Reidy in a downtown saloon. He allegedly struck Reidy with a beer glass, cutting his head and requiring seven stitches to close the scalp wound. Larkin claimed self defense, but Judge Purger sentenced him to 30 days in jail.

Charles “Larkin See Reidy Reidy Purger Larkin

Man with Infernal Machine Admits Deed

A Philadelphia man using the alias Gessler Rosseau admitted to police that he attempted to destroy the statue of Frederick the Great Washington last Tuesday. He claimed responsibility for sending a trunk containing a clockwork infernal machine to the steamship Umbria in May 1903 and said he planned further acts against British ships. Rosseau revealed details of past movements, but gave few reasons beyond opposing foreign affairs, and authorities from Washington New York and Philadelphia prepared to press for additional confessions.

Philadelphia Gessler Rosseau Frederick the Great Washington Rew York Donaghy New York Washington Rosseau Owen Kelly Kelly TOTE Together Hast Rosseaud Patrick Kelly Patrick Meily Rouseau Fréderek the Grint Kew York Gluco Umbria Hebert Boardman Washington Detective Force Alfred Carter George H. Hazel Arthur Casey Curry Father Alty Hazel Rasseau Carter Apo Seventh Street Wharf Arsenal Resseau Droxaghy Chicago Rossean Priscer

Judge Bollinger Sustains Demurrer in Medical Suit

Judge Bollinger sustains a demurrer in the case of H C Hooffle and others vs Jennings Crawford and others on one ground and overrules on another. O A Cooper represents the plaintiff while Cook and Dodge represent the defendants. The suit concerns homeopathic physicians wanting to practice at Mercy hospital and opposition from other doctors.

H. C. Hooffle Jennings P. Crawford Bolinger A. Cooper Cook Dodge Mercy Hospital

Louis Pfannkuchen Receives Ten Days in Jail

Louis Pfannkuchen was sentenced to ten days in jail by Judge Finger this morning on a vagrancy charge. A stranger to the city, he has not sought employment and has spent all his time on Front street. His case will be further investigated.

Louis Praankusen Finger

Auerochs Bail Posted After Assault Sentence

Henry Suerochs posted bail of 400 dollars and is at liberty. Last Saturday he was sentenced by Judge Finger to ten days in jail for assault on R. B. Payne janitor of the city unit and assault on Polleaman. Suerochs had appealed the case in district court.

Henry Suerochs Inherty

Decree of Divorce Granted in Lindgren Case

Judge Bol Unger grants a divorce decree in the Emma Lindgren vs George Lindgren petition cited for defendant default. Avianil Noth represented the plaintiff.

Emma Lindgren George Lindgreen Bol| Unger Teh Nlaint Avianil Noth

Referee Helmack Receives Bank Receiver Report Findings

Referee Helmick reviews the Dixon Savings Bank receiver Harry J McFarland report showing assets turned over by cashier I M Stinger totaling 41 340 23 and a list of office and bank property. Realization for creditors remains uncertain with some notes likely paid in full, others doubtful. McFarland employed attorney B M Sharon to reclaim estate property. schedule lists numerous notes and mortgages totaling 41 810 82.

Harry J- 3lcFarland Dixon Savings Bank Helmick IM. Stinger B. M Sharon Sf Sharon & Donegan Bolt Qgurrenty

Family of five dies in New York fire

New York dispatch reports lawyer William T. Mason and his family perished in a Sunday morning blaze at 133 West One Hundred Thirtieth Street. The parents and two children died, a servant also lost, coats of the others burned. neighbors heard cries of murder and burnings but police found no indication of foul play.

New York William T. Mason Ellen Marion Annie Wells West One Hundred and

Petition to Modify Decree in Annie Wood Case

Ruymann & Ruymann filed a petition to modify the decree in the Annie Wood versus Adolph Mickel suit. The defense cites new evidence and seeks a full review, with the custody of two children as the central controversy. The Supreme Court supported the district court decision, and a former Star issue reviewed the matter.

Ruymann

Prof Metcalf Preaches Twice at Edwards Church

Prof Metcalf of Talladega College Alabama filled the pulpit for the unavailable Dr Mooré delivering two sermons on the higher education of the colored people in the morning and Christ's estimate of enthusiasm in the evening. He has long worked among the black community and spoke with evident familiarity on the morning topic.

Charles Mooré Metalf Talladega College Alabama Metcalf Talladega

Outsider Conducted Trinity Services Yesterday Morning

Samuel Day and Dr Burrell held Trinity Episcopal church services after Rev. De Witt Dowling fell ill. Day led the morning worship at St Katherine's hall, while Burrell, rector of Moline church, preached in the evening, with outsiders occupying the pulpit.

Samuel Day Dr.Burreh de Witt Dowling Trinity Epicsopal Church St Katharine's Hall Dr. Burrell Moline Church

New Organ at German Lutheran Dedi cation

Trinity German Lutheran church celebrated the dedication of a new organ with morning services led by Rev. Rothlothinger and Rev. Greif. The program featured the Kreuz Jordhe chorus, a mixed choir, and the maennerchor performing anthems and hymns.

Trinity German Lutheran Church Rothlothinger Clinton County Kreuz Trinity Church H. T. Greif Kreuz Church A. D. Gréit Frinrty Church

Grand Lodge Meeting Takes Up Rate Adjustments

Dr C T Taudley departs for Clinton as a dale gate to the grand Iudge of the Knights and Ladies of the Golden Precept. Dr Lindley sits on the grand lodge board and is noted for fraternal affairs. The issue of rate adjustment, 75 to come, will be discussed at this week’s meeting with likely changes to monthly assessments.

C. T. Taudley Clinton Knights and Ladies of the Golden Precept Dr. Lindley The Grand Lodge

Defendant Answers In Case Against J F Boepple Company

F Krog receiver of the J F Boepple company through Chemberlie Petersen denies all allegations in Gustave Rueter vs J F Boepple company et al case. The defendant asks for judgment in its favor and against the plaintiff.

F. Krog J. F. Boepple Company Chemberlie & Petersen Anynewer Gustave Rueter J. F. Boepple Company Et al Cosa

First Sermon on Baptism at Sacred Heart Cathedral

Yesterday at Sacred Heart Cathedral the Rev. Franklin opened seven sermons on the sacraments. He defined baptism as a sacrament cleansing original sin and making believers Christians, children of God and heirs of heaven. He described baptism by pouring water and invoking the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. The sermon was well received and, the speaker said, would bring great good from the lectures.

Sacred Heart Cathedral Franklin Christ Brace Kingdom of Heaven

Minnie Spiess Charged With Theft In Dr Littis Home

Minnie Spiess will be tried in Justice Hall's court tomorrow for larceny from the home of Dr H A Littis. She served in the doctor's family as a domestic. The charges allege she took $10, two handkerchiefs valued at $10, jewelry embroidery and other articles. Spiess denies the theft and will mount a defense.

Minnie Spiess Juste Haw H. A. Littis Miss Spiess Dad

Meeting at Business Men's Rooms Tonight

There will be a meeting at the Business Men's association rooms this evening. Wi Churchill, president of the American Best Sugar Association and of Bay City Sugar Company, will speak on beet sugar at the request of Davenport Sugar Company officers.

Business Men's Association Churchill American Best Sugar Association Tue Bay City Sugar Company Michigan Church Davenport Sugar Company Big City

Former Davenport Woman Dies in Southern Town

Mrs B S Warner formerly of Davenport Iowa, wife of E S Warner president of Citizens Bank, died suddenly in Lawton Oklahoma after attending a Priscilla club function. She was 30 years old, survived by her mother Mrs Cook and uncle W B Wiley, with remains to be brought home to Davenport arriving Wednesday.

Lawton Okla BS. Warner Davenport Warner Priscilla Club Ste Wes ES. Warner Citizens’ Bank of Hs City Fler Learime ES Warner Mra B Wiley Warne Mia Cook

Athletes of Davenport High to Elect Officers

The Davenport High School Athlete Association will hold its regular meeting Friday afternoon to elect officers for the coming semester and hear reports from current officers.

Athlete Association of Davenport High School

Appoints Lawyer to Defend Smith in Civil Suit

Judge Bollinger issues order appointing C. M. Waterman to defend S. F. Smith in suits brought by R. B. Lindsay Anna R. Wilkinson and R. E. White against Smith et al. The action concerns civil litigation with Waterman named as defense attorney.

Smith R. B. Lindsay Anna R. Wilkinson R. E White S. F. Smith Bollinger C. M. Watermo

Local Davenport Bowling Team to Start Tourney

A Davenport bowling team will travel to Clinton for the opening match of the bowling tournament tomorrow night at Davenport alleys. The Davenport lineup is not yet announced but is expected to be strong, with individual games slated between players.

Clinton Davenport Clinton West Davanport Hawkeyes Pirates Colds Dowlsbt

Mayer Will Filed in Probate Court

The will of Carl August Theodore Mayer has been filed for probate. It leaves all real and personal property to wife Elise Mayer and she is appointed executrix without bond. The will is dated September 15, 1956, and witnessed by John C. Bile and Bernua.

Carl August Theodore Mayer Elise Mayer John C. Bile Bermua

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5. W. Searle HMO Head Potomac Louis Pfannkuchen Justice Auerochs Helmack Harry J. McFarland Ankh H.C. Wall W Heuer EC Drummond JW. Heuer LH. Lamp J. C Bente Aoin MF Biltmont Downs Lindt Clirance Drummond Kimeen Killeanss Killeen Mo Beuthnen Caldwell & Cleveland Co Enna Hisapeston Layotte Ixigon Mass Berlin Heights Ohio Hoopeston Frank H .Parnell James A. Cunningham Trunk H Farnell Tames A. Cunningham C R Andiston CO & Alkire & Co Commission Merchants Newton Brothers Lynn Second Baptist Society Bosemen Downer McDoneld Downer Paul A Tatbox J. Fred Duntley Charles P McDonald Thomas Large Frank L LaPorte Ind H. J. Heinz Pickle Company Pittsburg Aty’s Norwalk Tan Baker's John Humphrey Hardware Ators Newton Andrew Citizens’ Bank Company Budget Printing Office I. Endles Jénkus Prof. Metcalf the Edward's Church Moore Trinity German Lutheran Grand Lodge OF Knights and Ladies G. T. Lindley Wall Business Men’s E. S. Warner Friscilig Club Meyer
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