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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1908
Page
4
General reads include travel notes for W A Hutton and Miss Elsie Bischoff, a lost monogram watch return, a funeral in Davenport for Mrs Alice Dillon, and multiple store sales including Easter garden items at Bond's China Store and Sleepy Eye Flour promotions. Also mentions Davenport visitors from Redfield and Geary and routines at The Candy Kitchen.
The Yeo men plan a social regular session tomorrow evening at Maccabee hall with reports from the hall committee and Iowa City special committee. Attendance urged. features arranged and refreshments served. The Dollas society meets at Mrs Henry Harris East Sixth street tomorrow afternoon.
Lists of letters remaining unclaimed at the Muscatine Ia post office for week ending April 14 1908. Men include Felix Allie Tom Punaway George E Johnson N B Johnson Charles Elston Ralph Huston F A Martin Fred R Miller C Nichols Anton Peterson J Ryan Ladies list includes Louise Brooks Mrs Cassie Hanze Cora Mackamm Mrs J R Wilson Foreign list names Emil Schmidt Heinrich Dobert. Callers must say Advertised. R S McNutt P M.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a germ killing remedy for catarrh and breathing illnesses. It claims first breath of Hyomei air destroys germs in air passages and lungs, easing colds asthma pneumonia and bronchitis. Complete outfit sold for $1 at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
The steamer Helen Blair of the White Collar line made its first regular trip to the city last evening arriving after eight o'clock with a strong passenger and freight list. Captain Walter Blair oversaw an entertaining visit as the vessel, recently repainted and refreshed interiorly, will stay in the Davenport Burlington trade for the season. The Columbia will join the regular trade when demand grows, while the Keokuk has moved to the Keokuk Quincy route and the Ben Hershey carried a log raft southward yesterday.
Miss Sadie Hein of 1004 East Seventh street travels 2200 miles to marry Louis Byers, now wire chief for Western Union in San Jose, after three years apart. Hein leaves tonight on Rock Island and will wed Saturday at 5 PM, finalizing a romance that began in Muscatine.
In Justice J. C Coster's court A. H. Kile sues B. M. Tewksbury for the remaining balance on a fishing boat while Tewksbury files a counter claim for damages. The dispute centers on fishing gear and tackle from a joint venture. Evidence continued through noon and the case adjourned to Thursday.
Judgment by default rendered today against B Priester for 475 dollars plus 33.56 dollars costs in district court. Action brought by Hampe Brothers against Mary and B Priester.
Walter Height and W S Brundige not arraigned as guilty pleas entered by James Hanley Reuben Satterthwaite and Edward Middleton before Judge A J House. Hanley Middleton and Satterthwaite admit guilt for charges including resisting an officer and burglary at W G Block warehouse. Sentencing deferred to later in the week.
The Acme Packet company steamer W. W. will bring an excursion to Davenport from the tri cities on June 21 under the M. B. A. lodge. Proceeds from ticket sales will fund entertainments for delegates attending a future M. B. A. lodge convention.
A. L. Hoyt and Son sue W. H. Hoopes and Sons in Maquoketa district court over 328 crates of melons. Plaintiffs claim $327.40 is due for delivered fruit while defendants counter that the melons were immature and not marketable. Judge A. J. House presides. Attorneys M. W. Stapleton for plaintiffs and Horan and Devitt for defendants.
Anna Pifka sues for divorce from husband Frederick alleging desertion beginning in May 1902 after their November 1897 marriage. The petition names Carskaddan Burk and Pepper as attorneys.
Dr A W Chase Kidney and Liver Pills claim to purify blood by acting on liver and kidneys improving digestion and excretory systems. They promise relief from biliousness constipation liver trouble rheumatism and backaches with one pill per dose priced at 25 cents a box sold by A W Morgan druggist.
The Washington Bureau profile highlights Edgar T. Brackett of Saratoga as a fervent Hughes man and a former Iowan. Despite a heavy defeat at a state convention, Brackett is described as bold, independent, and likely to rise again, possibly becoming New York governor or U.S. senator. He champions reform and policy aligned with Roosevelt, La Follette, Hughes, and Cummins.
Gala Medal Flour headlines Annapel pastry scene as bakers showcase desserts. Local chefs prepare pies breads and pastries highlighting Gala Medal as preferred flour brand during the event. The showcase draws residents and culinary lovers to view demonstrations and tastings.
At a recent meeting Company C formed a committee to secure a steamer and finalize contracts for a moonlight excursion. The trip will occur at the first favorable date, weather permitting. The Rifles previously held a successful excursion, and outdoor drills resumed on Front Street, Chestnut to Iowa Avenue, with a large crowd witnessing the session.
Rev Jas per Boyne of Drake University attended revival at the Christian church. The Women's Foreign Missionary society of the Burlington district holds its eighteenth annual convention in Wapello April 16 17 1908 with sessions from 10 am to 7 30 pm. Out of town guests include Mrs J N Cocayne Mediapolis Mrs G W Burkit Mr Pleasant Mrs Ella Pichereau Fr Madison Mrs E S Havighorst Mr Pleasant Mrs L F Owens Burlington Miss Mary B Griffith Hirashi Japan Mrs Dow Garner Ia Miss J M Donahue M D Burlington formerly Hing Hua China. Tonight features a sermon part of a series The Three Great Questions of Religion Is There a God Who Is Interested in Men. Everyone is invited.
Lake township Republicans meet at Locust Grove schoolhouse Tuesday evening April 21 to select candidates for local offices and conduct other business.
The board of supervisors met with Architect Mills of Detroit and approved plans for a new jail on the Walnut street side of the current site, with the rear dwelling removed and the heating plant moved to the sheriff’s area. Construction may begin by June 1, leaving a 15 foot lawn on Walnut and an 18 foot front lawn with a 15 foot driveway between buildings. the old jail will not be demolished and may become a janitor’s residence.
The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary societies of the English Lutheran church will meet this evening at the church after the Lenien services.
A reader notes Mary Elilen praising Gold Medal Flour as the best for making everything with enthusiasm. The message also mentions Sabrina in a casual aside.
Rent notice for a six room house located at 6th and Mulberry. Listing names M Man jovne as contact and indicates available rental housing in the neighborhood.
Catherine Josephine Cooney of 1612 Oak Street died at about 1 today after an extended illness. She had been ill two years with nervous prostration and was 42. She is survived by her mother Mrs J Cooney and sister Miss Mary Cooney. No funeral arrangements yet.
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