Davenport Democrat Davenport, Scott, Iowa January 29, 1907 JAMESTOWN The Ladies Birthday club, a society of church workers, met at the home of Mrs. Frank Weldon, Thursday. The attendance was not as large as usual owing to the cold weather and rough roads. A pleasant time was had, however, and considerable business transacted. The hostess regaled the members with a fine dinner, which was enjoyed by members to the fullest satisfaction. The coal mine of Frank Winfield was put out of commission for a day Wednesday, by the sudden rush of water on the miners, caused by a break in some of the old workings. The damage was soon repaired and the mine resumed its wonted activity. A case of brutality was witnessed in this place Friday, a teamster from Davenport striking his horse in the head with the neckyoke of the wagon, felling the animal to the earth. The man's name could not be learned, but such brute should be promptly reported and dealt with accordingly to law in such cases made and provided. During the past week James Garvey moved his family and household goods, together with his horses and other stock from Davenport to his farm southwest of this place, purchased by him some time since, and will settle down to farm in earnest. William Walker is rapidly convalescing from a severe fall sustained some weeks since, in which three of his ribs were fractured. Under the skillful treatment of Dr. Tuefel of Buffalo, he is now able to walk around the house. Mr. Walker is 76 years of age and his quick recovery from such a serious injury is remarkable. Regular services were held Sunday in the church here, conducted by Rev. Behrens of Davenport. The children are instructed in Sabbath school by a competent corps of Sabbath school workers. It is learned with regret that Grandma Mosefeldt, the venerable mother of Mrs. Henry Sass of this place is seriously ill at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Barner, in Durant. Infirmities of old age, and other complications are the cause. The old lady is 85 years of age. Ed. Taylor is putting the finishing touches on the fine barn he has been building, and it is quite an important addition to his fruit farm southwest of this place. The ice in the ponds in this place is in prime condition, and the young people are making the most of the sport of skating these beautiful moonlight nights. MAQUOKETA [Jackson Co.] Miss Bertha Hand of Mt. Vernon, Ia., is visiting at the home of her friend, Miss Belle Riegel. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hurst's youngest child, a beautiful boy of four years, lies dangerously ill with lung fever. Miss Minnie Boston is the nurse in attendance. A "stork" shower was given at the home of Miss Lena Fischer by the P.I.G.'s in honor of Mrs. Walter Jameson. Light refreshments were served and all had a fine time. Miss Blessing won the prize. Ed. Ringlep, living on West Platt street, is fatally ill. The doctors are baffled by his disease. A consultation was held Saturday and it was then thought he could not live but a few days. He has a wife and four children and it would be a sad thing to see him cut down in his early manhood. The P.E.O. society met at the home of Mrs. Max Wright Monday evening. Mr.and Mrs. Frank Trout entertained 18 ladies and gentlemen Thursday evening at a 6 o'clock dinner, which was followed by cards. Isaiah Cooley, a man of 76 years, is ill at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Tracy. It seems to be his wish to pass on, to join his wife who died a few years ago. Cathy Joynt Labath Scott Co, IA USGenWeb Project http://www.celticcousins.net/scott/index.htm Iowa Old Press http://www.IowaOldPress.com/