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The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
Mr.. 8. J. Nyquist
Elected Chairman
Music Department

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Afs. 8. J. Nyquist Will nead tne
music department OF the ROCK -
land Woman's club, succeeding Mrs.
4. +. Saia. Mrs. Nyquist was Sc
locted at the annual department
meeting held At the Masonic TEN.
7 pie yesterday afternoon. she Will
have the assistance IN the Depart
{ ment work OF the following oHcers'
also elected YESTERDAY:
Vice chalrman-Mrs. Wliiiem
whenever.
secretary ME- "iiiaH H.
Aster. ,,.
Ireasurer-Mrs. erne Minus
Registrar-Mrs. W. W. hittiisen.
Doerkeeper-Mrs. arthur ). oui-
l0ck.
During the past year the depart
ment has made marked ADVANCE
ment ana increased It's membership
until 1t yesterdays meeting II was
reported by the registrar MIS-
George Hinderer, that there were
S7s members on the ron ana MIS-
Joe McCrory, the doorkeeper' ~
ported the average attendance 70
be over Two hundred al each meet,
ing, cohsideraply more tiiah hdo
Deen the average any year sihee
since the department orgahiZa-
ton.
MRS. Z. A. Hallgren, the retlrihg
treasurer. in her report showed
that the receipts Tor the year mad
been $30o.39 and the disbursements
$2lo.Zo, leaving a balance III tne
treasury Of $S2.l4. Mrs. +. E. Sud
low told that seven meetings mao
been held during the year, and thai
the December meeting had been
postponed because OF the Goa
shortage. MIS-. Johh D. roiey
chairman OF the program commit,
tee' gave her report ana thanked
tne members, the hostesses' the
members who had taken part OIL
the programs, and the outside tai
ent, which mad added 10 the ENJOY
ment or the monthly programs
& The reports OF the reception com
mittee was given and this was foi'
lowed by the retiring presidents
report. Mrs. A. +. Sala. she prais'
ed the committees which had work
cd with her and told Of the 500
which has been raised during the
year for the new piano recent,
purchased, and OF the fact tina
through the effort OF several de
partment members the organization
was given credit for the selling O.
800 worth of Tri-City Symphony
orchestra tickets. She thanked The
officers and the committee chairmer
for their cooperation in closing
Following the election of officers
Mrs. John J. Ullemeyer, chairman
OF the committee, appointed to ar
range for the annual June lunch
n nv, ,onou.od 49,. ~ H.. ,o,ua.a,
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
Entertaius Committee Girls.

Mrs. J. G. Ray was hostess last
evening at an enjoyable evening
party at her home, 911 Twenty
third street, when she entertained
the 10 girls from the Modern Wood
men head offices who were on the
council girls committee during the
Billy Sunday campaign. Mrs. Ray
and Mrs. H. w. Ward were the
committee women. Interesting
games were the evening diversions,
and musical numbers were also
enjoyed. Delicious refreshments
were served late in the evening.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
De Minck.Huber.

The marriage of Miss Vada HUI
Der, daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Ern-
est Huber of the Thirtieth street
road, Rock Island, and Arthur De
Minck of Rock Island will take
place Thursday morning, June g.
at the Sacred Heart church. They
will be attended by Miss Irene
Schroeder as maid of honor and
Ray De Minck as best man. Rev
c. P. O'Neill will ofticiate. The
young couple will leave on an aft
ernoon train on a wedding trip.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
Davenport People Wed.

The marriage of Miss Grace Wal
lis and John Murphy, both of Dav-
export, took place Monday morning
at II O'Clock in the Office of the
Oificiating justice, d. ]. Cleland.
There were no attendants.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
EntertainS 500 Club.

Mrs. II. ]. Flowers of 703 Tween
tythird street, entertained the
members Of her 500 club Tuesday
evening at her home, when two ia
bles of the game were played. Mrs.
Paul Hammer was the winner of
the ladies' prize, a set of hand
some silver candle sticks, and Fred
Glegle the mems prize, a silver
pencil. Following the games Mrs
Flower served a delicious luncheon
in the dining room where the dec
orations were in pink and white
Lilies of the valley formed the ia
bic centerpiece and the nutholders
were tiny pink rose affairs.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
Monthly Social at Moore Home.

The Berean class of the South
Park Presbyterian church held its
regular monthly social meeting last
evening at the home of Mrs. Luc.en
Moore, 1916 Twenty-ninthand-a-
half street. Eighteen members
were present. The meeting was
opened with the usual devotionals,
followed by the regular bible study.
after which an enjoyable social
hour was passed. The next meet
ing will be with Mrs. Dan Dahlen,
on June 90.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
Homemade Soap.

Lye, one pound can; grease
strained, five and one-half pound,
household ammonia, one-half Gun.
borax, one-half pound box.
Dissolve I've in three pints Of cou
water in large stone jar. Stir into
this the melted grease. When
cool add ammonia and boraY, Stir.
ring with a stick constantly.
When mixed, pour into pasts
board boxes lined with oiled paper
Cut into bars to suit. Improves
with age.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26

The Jain temple at Calcutta is
built chiefly Of white marble and
every square foot of the surface
is decorated as if it were a jewel
box.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26
Pre.yuntial for Miss Thelken.

Miss Edna Hamann, 1923 West
Eighth street, Davenport, enter
tanned at her home last evening at
pre-nuptial evening party in
honor of Miss Veronica Thelken of
Davenport, who is to be married
Wednesday, June 2. Twelve intimate
friends of Miss Thelken's were the
guests. The house was decorated
with pink and white spring flow
ers. The evening was spent with
games and music, and at late
hour a delicious lunch was served,
the colors pink and white being car
ried out. Mrs. Helen Thelken,
l4461a South street, will entertain
for Miss Thelken Thursday even
| Ing.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26

In the dining room. the table was
very charmingly decorated with
smilax, several silver baskets coz
tanning Russell roses, and silver
candle sticks. Large bows OF tnlle
were tied on the baskets and can
|dlesticks, and dainty gauze butter
flies OF pink and blue perched
jauntily ON the tulle and on the
roses. Each Of the guests were pre-
scented with a beautifully quaint
colonial corsage bouquet. Follow
ing the tea, the hours were spent
informally.
Hear Convention Reports.
The Queen Esther guild of the
First Methodist church met last
evening with Miss Marjorie Sala.
1903 Sala apartments. 1t was the
last meeting OF the guild year and
the annual reports Of the secretary
and treasurer were given. Miss
Euphemia Billings also gave. a re-
port Of the convention held in Mo-
line, May and Z. The members
discussed a play which is to be
given sometime next mona. Fol-
lowing the business session, re-
freshments were served and a So
cial hour enjoyed. The next meet
ing will be held June 20, at the
home of Miss Ella Taylor, liza
Ninth avenue.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26

river. During the evening games
were played and ct late hour the
party dispersed, some Of the guests
going back to town by machine
and the others walking.
First Meeting Of Club.
The first meeting OF the Jolly
Twelve club was held last evening
at the home of Miss Sara Cohen,
SIT Ninth street. There was talk
given by the club president, Miss
Sylvia Slater. Miss Edythe Kohn
and Miss Estella Lefstein gave some
piano numbers. Refreshments were
served by the hostess and a very
delightful evening enjoyed. Miss
Fanny Silver will entertain the
club June 8 at her home, 1890
Thirteenth avenue.
Hostess to Sisterhood.
Mrs. John Hill, 1901 Twenty-first
street, entertained the Tri-City
Sisterhood of Temple Emanuel,
at her home yesterday aft
ternoon. She was assisted by Mrs
W. H. Scharf, Mrs. Sol Moritz, and
Mrs. H. H. Ochs. Twenty men,
bers were present The regular
business was transacted, and Off
GERS elected for the coming year.
The following officers were all re-
elected:
President-Mrs. H. r. Coffman.
Vice president-Mrs. Harry Block
Secretary-Mrs. Louis Livingston
Treasurer-Mrs. Max Abrahams
After the business meeting a
dainty luncheon was served. Gar
den flowers were used in the dec
orations. The members planned
for picnic which they are to give
with the Deborah society of Rock
Island at Long View park on
June 8.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-26

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So many to choose from and each
style so charmingly new that your
only difficulty will be to determine
which you'd rather have.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
FAREWELL PARTY
FOR MATESON AT
SWEDISH CHURCH

1
About 200 members of the Swed-
fsh Lutheran church gathered last
night In q farewell reception for
Rev. ]. c. Mateson. resigned pastor.
Mr.. Mateson expects to leave this
city next week. He WAS presented
with purse containing $3.50 as .
token of appreciation. Rev. Mr..
Andeer, q former Aledo man who
has been in Sweden since the war,
has been called to come here and
take charge Of the Aledo church.
He will be remembered by many In
this city as the husband of Miss
Hilma Peterson, daughter OF Mr..
and Mrs. Fred Peterson, formerly
Of this city.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
ALEDo BRIEFS


=. X. Petrie Of Aledo started for
Hamilton. Kan. yesterday where he
VIII take up business matters in
the Eldorado oil field. Several men
o. this city are interested in this
field.
Six carloads Of live stock we're
shipped from Aledo yesterday. The
shipments were divided as fol-
lows: Mercer County Society Of
Equity. one car Of hogs; Aledo Live
Stock Shippers association. two
cars OF hogs and one Of cattle: AL
lison 4 Butcher, two cars of hogs.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hugh Morrison are
the parents OF a girl born this
morning.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04

N


" C. Grant. chairman u The
AledO executiv0 committee n
charge Of the road oiltng program
Tor Msrcef comfy. states that the
bu9ing committee of the orKe1iza-
do has ordered to b shipped the
hf1t coueignment Of the $500
worth q oil for this county. The
oil y expected some Hme next
Wesk and viii be followed By ship
ulsnts every I'VE days thereafter
until the program Is completed.
The roads to. receive oil are be-
ing graded and dragged and ut
least two leading out Of Aled0 are
practically ready for the applica-
ticn.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
REAC0N

i aoes TOR fit-for style-for quality,
- last but not least. for price.
efurday at Bert's boot shop.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
RED CROSS MEET
HERE NEXT WEEK

On Thursday, June 10, the execu-
tive committee and the chairman OF
the local branches of the Red Cross
will meet in Aledo to discuss the
securing of county nurse. A rep
resentatfve Of the central division
OF the American Red Cross will be
In the city to talk on the peace time
program of the national organiza-
ton.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
PELLET JUDGE
FOR BIG DEBATE

Ray c. Pellet, superintendent Of
the Aledo schools. went to Mon
mouth today to act as Judge In
the inter-society debate in the Mon
mouth college tonight. Mr.. Pellet
was secured as a Judge at the time
OF the commencement for high
school students. DR.. r. H. Nc
Michael, president Of the Monmouth
college, who gave the commence
ment address, requested him to act
in that capacity.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
Mercer County Records
Warranty Deeds.

8& WoHKWuty Uce0Ss
ia J. Grant Beadle and wife to Will
~ Arnold, the southwest one
ooyter Of section ~, township Is,
.4ofth, range &, 1920.
III George p. Graham and wife to
4muel T. Ash, the west one-half
lots : and I, III block AZ, in the
iGjnAl town now the city Of Aledo,
\ ~.
81 John M. Peterson to Kathryn /.
Nreton and Inez Z Durston, part
L block 3. In Hammond and
\ h6mpson's addition to the original
eWn now the village Of New Wind
-. $500.
Cornelius Swartout and wife to
1oAn 0ourley and Fred EIvin. lot
y less 30 feet OF west end, thereof
H. block rs, in the origina; town
l0W the city Of Aledo.
Quit Claim Deeds,
N First Trust and Savings bank of
iedo to Cornelius Swart0ut, lot l,
se % feet on the west end thereof
u block rs, IN the original town
Spw the city Of Aledo.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04
FORMER HOME FOR
SUMMER; COACHES
KEMPER ATHLETES

Charles Former, son Of Mrs. j. r
oheats OF this city. arrived home
last night from the Kemper Mill
tary Academy at Boonviile, Mo. Mr.,
Former is coach at the academy and
made good record during the past
year. He will return to the acad-
envy next fall and continue as ath-
letic instructor.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-06-04

KEEP SMILING.
Sure You will il you wear thdse
ell-htted shoes from Bert's boot
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
By NOBE TAYLOR.
ted Press staff Correspondent.

United Press EfHt1 correspondent
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 19.-Dr. Al
vedo Marques, Brazilian minister of for
eign affairs. today characterized rs alb
surd the rumors of possible International
troubles in South America.
Referring to the attitude of Brazil he
declared in a special interview given the
United Press that Brazil viii continue its
policy OF closest cooperation with the
United States and will maintain its pro
found friendship for the other American
republics
He asserted that Brazil has high regard
for American ideals and interests
DR. Marques said at the present time.
the Brazilian foreign office is devoting
almost it's entire attention 10 the build
ing mp OF Brazilian trade and 10 the at
traction OF foreign enterprise to Brazil.
In the new international era" said
Or. Marques. Brazil will continue TO
pursue without interruption it's ancient
foreign policy OF cooperation with the
other American nations.
The perfect understanding that hap
PLY exists among these nations gives
assurance for the future aud brands as
false all rumors saying that the South
American Offices are engaged in nego-
tlating high diplomatic problems.
L consider the league Of nations neces-
sary as a factor for the stabilization Of
the world. The league lies In the path
that Brazil has striven TO pursue. and
TO which 1t Is closely bound by the con
stitution."
The Brazilian foreign minister ex-
pressed great interest I'm the American
presidential elections.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
MANY OFFENDERS
ON POLICE SLATE
Man Caught Trying to Force
Raisins in Drain.

A long list Of names appeared today
on the turkeys slate" at police head
quarters. following the usual week end
raids Of the morals squads aud other
police. and the charges vary from yam-
bling to bootlegging.
Vassile Yoranavich, 225 Geisendorff
street, was arrested on the charge of
operating a blind tiger
when the police broke In the door at
his home they found the lavatOry bowl
clogged with raisins and Yoranavich at
tempting TO force the stun into q drain
with n hose.
The police found n sti1, gas hot
plate. a large quantity of mash and n
gallon Of ralsin whisky at Yoranavieh' s
home they say
Robert Patton, 1893 Woodlawn avenue.
was arrested on the charge OF operating
n blind tiger. and the police allege they
found bottle OF white mule whisky in
his pocket
Lester Black. 723 Charlotte street. was
arrested charged with keeping a gambling
house.
Sixteen negroes were charged with
gaming and visiting
oil lamps were used to illuminate the
room, and when some one knocked them
over the police were forced to use their
clubs TO restore order
Lieut.. Wooden raided an alleged poker
game at 4isi5 West North street. yes
terdal arresting one woman and seven
men. all negroes.
\ deck Of cards and $3.50 were captured
In the raid.
six negroes were arrested at the home
Of Stella White. negro. 514 Cora street,
last night, charged with gambling.
The woman IS charged with keeping a
gambling house.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
RENT PROFITEERING
BILL SCHEDULED

A senate bill. which provides for re
lief from unjust, unreasonable and op-
pressive agreements for rent" of premises
occupied for dwelling purposes was
scheduled TO be considered today by
judiciary A committee of the senate.
Senator William A. Arnold of Salem
introduced the bill
The bill provides that it shall be a
defense to an action for rent accruing
under an agreement for premises occu-
pied for dwelling purposes, other than
a room or rooms in q hotel, lodging
house or rooming house. that such rent
is unjust and unreasonable and that
the agreement under which the same is
sought to be recovered is oppressive
The bill further provides that when
ever it shall be made to appear that the
rent. as contemplated in Section ] OF
this act. has been increased more than
25 per cent over the rent as II existed one
year prior to the time of the agree
ment under which ii is sought to be
recovered, such agreement shall be pre-
sumptively unjust, unreasonable and
oppressive"
Nothing in this act contained shall
prevent the plaintiff from pleading and
proving in such action fair and reason
Continued on Pago TwO0
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
SECRET SERVICE
MAN TO TESTIFY
State Wins Contention in Chi
cago Espionage Act Trial.

CHICAGO July 19.-The state, prose
cutting william Bross Lloyd and nine
teen others on charges Of violating the
state espionage net. today won the right
to attempt linking mp the general strikes
In Winnipeg and Seattle with the com
munist labor party.
The twenty defendants were spromi,
nent in organizing the communist party
here
Harry 7. Wilson. secret service man.
VINO Joined the first soviet organized in
Seattle. was permitted to testify.
He was expected to tell of the plans
Of the soviet, especially as to methods
Of overturning the government.
Attorneys for the state argued the
soviet plans were for mass action and
that the communist party approved those
ideas.
Ole Hanson, mayor of Seattle at the
time OF the strike was to follow Wilson.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
ADMINISTRATIONS
PLEDGES SUPPORT

WASHINGTON. July 19.-Al Of the
political power and influence the Wilson
administration can muster is to be thrown
behind Nominee James VI. Cox Of Ohio,
it was stated in whitehouse circles to
day
Just as soon as Gov. Cox delivers his
speech OF acceptance-scheduIed to be
made Aug 1O-President Wilson and
those prominently identified with his ad-
ministration. will begin to take an active
part in z concerted drive to roll up votes
for the democratic candidate, it was
added.
This is to be the sequel OF the under
standing reached between President VIII
son and Gov. Cox. by which the nominee is
TO carry the league of nations issue into
every state in accordance with the presi-
dents views and wishes, it was ex-
plained.
rhe statements issued by the two men
after their Sunday conference at the
whitehouse to the effect that they had
found themselves in complete accord. did
not surprise official Washington.
The knowledge that the whitehOuse had
been in almost constant communication
with the Ohio governor prior to his visit
to Washington. and that the president
and the man who aspires to succeed him
A-uu AOuAu AhfAAeFAhts Al agreement De-
fore they met, prepared official Wash
ington for the statements
Cox left Washington after his confer
ence with President Wilson and other
administrs ton leaders with definite as
surances that he would receive their ful-
lest support.
1t became known at the whitehouse that
the president was extremely pleased with
the nominee, both personally and because
OF his expressed willingness to take I'd
the presidents fight for the entry of the
United States into the league of nations.
Secretary Colby expressed himself as
being quite enthusiastic about Gov. Cox.
He said Cox reminded him in many
ways Of the foTceful personality of the
~date Col. Roosevelt.
Inc former rOgressive-republican
leader had not met Cox before.
He explained he was greatly i'm
pressed by Cox's "incisive manner of
utterance and Of handling himself
Upon Secretary Colby will devOlve the
task Of stumping the country for Cox
IN direct appeal TO progressive or for
mer progressives.
Senator Glass assured the governor of
his willingness to take the stump in his
behalf
Thomas B. Love. democratic national
committeeman from Texas: Daniel c.
Roper. former internal revenue commits
siOner and others who were conspicuous
IN the move TO nominate William G. Me
CONTINUED on Page Nine)
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
Cummings Won't
Commit Himself

DAYTON. o.. July TO- Whether Ho-
mer s Cummings. chairman Of the
democratic national committee, will re-
tire. hinges on conference he is to
have with Gov Cox at Columbus today.
Cummings departed for Columbus at
noon upon learning that a change had
been made In the meeting place OF the
national committee.
Asked about reports that he would
retire Cummings said be was not resign
Ing.
"My term expires" he said. "and the
committee viii appoint my successor to-
morrow at the meeting"
As to whether he would be a candidate
for reappolntment Cummings said:
II am not making any announcements
as to my personal views. feeling that
should first confer with Gov. Cox"
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
Bend Boy Given
Term as Check FOrger

South BEND Ind. July 19.-Eddie
Karkowsky, l. years old a sixth grade
schoolboy. was committed to the Indiana
Boys school at Plainfeld Saturday by
the authorities of the Juvenile court.
The boy was fast making his mark as
a youthful forger, when he was brought
to a sudden halt while attempting to
pass a 500 check on the Union Trust
Company, after he had succeeded in
passing two checks for So and So re-
spectyely.
Last April he was released from
Whites institute at Wabash.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
ALLEGATION of 1000
Coal Cars Is Urged

WASHINGTON. July 19-Allocation Of
1900 freight cars to distribute coal in
the lake region. thus relieving the coal
shortage IN that district, is understood
to have beeen proposed to the interstate
commerce commission this afternoon In
recommendations submitted by coal cp-
orators and the railroad executives with
reference to the coal situation
The interstate commerce commission is
expected to make a statement on the
recommendations late today.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1920-07-19
KILLS
MURDER THEORY
Coroner Finds Abcess Caused
Jacob Reeds Death.

The theory that Jacob +. Reed, Sc, OF
sO4 South East street who died az the
City hospital last night. was murdered
by a man who robbed him Of SO Satur-
day night. was exploded by Coroner
Robinson today who, after an autopsy,
announced Reed died Of an abcess on the
brain.
Reed told the police before he died that
a man wearing n soldiers uniform had
knocked him down and taken his money
from him.
In investigating the case detectives
learned that Reed disappeared from his
home here twenty-six years ago, leaving
wife and fnur children
He was declared legally dead and his
wife received his life insurance
II developed that he had gone to Texas
and married without obtaining a divorce.
He reappearet about year ago.
A wife and three children In Texas
are said 10 survive.