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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1902

Page

5

Davenport Tournament Plans Break Ground With Paid Departments

Lawrence J. Horan and Chief George Neibert visited Davenport to finalize plans for a September tournament with new paid department contests. About 1,509 in prizes plus a 2,000 dollar program total aim to attract teams from Clinton Marshalltown Sioux City Council Bluffs Rock Island Moline Muscatine and other Iowa cities. The schedule includes hose races flag races tug of war ladder climbing and state and local competitions with cash and medals as prizes.

Lawrence J. Horan George Neibert Fire Department Davenport Clinton Marshalltown Sioux City Council Bluffs Iowa Rock Island Moline Neibert Horan Fromen Muscatine Board of Control Fire Company Iowa State Firemen’s Association

Recital by Flora Manlove pupils at Mrs. Alice Ewing home

A music recital by Miss Flora Manlove’s pupils was held at Mrs. Alice Ewing’s West Third Street home. Attended by parents and friends, the 8 to 17 year olds performed pieces by composers including Bach and Godard, earning praise for their creditable effort.

West Third Street Alice Ewing Flora Manlove Walltz Karl Merz Seote Carrie Campbell Edith Stohrs Esther Stohrs Zimmerman Ethel Robinson Valsetta William Cooper Mary Jarck Brinkman Les Sylphes Bachman Tena Geheke Carl Heins Spindler Pearl Groves Will of the Wisp Jungman Godard Ella Nyenbuis

Rev Kemble to Retire From Pastoral Work

Rev O Kemble of Keokuk plans retirement from active ministry at the next conference. He has long served Muscatine as pastor and still owns property here. The Mt Pleasant News notes he and Mrs Kemble will retire to New Mexico for the winter, joining Miss Winnifred, and withdraw two of the conference’s best members.

Muscatine O. Kemble Keokuk Towa Rev Kemble Mt. Pleasant M. W. Babb

Dissolution Notice of S V Lambert & Sons Firm

The firm dissolves by mutual consent with Ernest Lambert retiring. S V Lambert will continue the business, settle all bills, and receive all monies due on account.

S. V. Lambert & Sons Ernest Lambert S. V. Lambert

Will Make Affidavit Testimonial for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure

Postmaster R H Randall of Dunlap Iowa testifies to long lasting indigestion relief from Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He claims a ten year soreness vanished after a few bottles and promotes permanent relief without dieting. Includes offer of sworn statements and product details from Dr. Worrr & Co Chicago.

R. H. Randall Dunlap Wurr & Co Chicago

County Teachers Meeting Set for May 3 at High School

Muscatine county teachers meeting, postponed from March 8, will be held next Saturday May 3 at the high school building. Program begins 1 15 pm with talks on first year goals writing grading and country school topics. Various teachers from Wilton Muscatine Letts Stockton and Adams will participate with discussions and a question box. Election of officers is included.

Muscatine County Stella Creitz Wilton Laura B. Stinson Bessie Murphy Muscatine A. E. Ricksecker Wilton College Sylvan Plumly Dina McCoy Belle Conner Minnie Headley E. L. Ferrier Stockton Dora Sullivan Agnes O’brien Letts

Acquisition of riverfront island land for cottage

The island once owned by Hageman is described as having a 320 foot river front and 400 feet of depth. The buyer had long sought land on the island to build a summer cottage and finally secured a desirable strip.

Hageman

Columbus Junction Fair and Race Meet Scheduled for August

Speed program outlined for the Columbus Junction fair includes a Grand Circuit track with races such as 2:09 pacing and 2:35 trotting. Stakes range from $500 to $1,000 with multiple events and early entry deadlines set for May 15 and August 14. The program allows one horse to start twice if desired.

Columbus Junction

Wilton church bid date set by local committee

Bids for building a Methodist Episcopal church in Wilton Iowa are invited until May 10. Plans by architect H W Zeidler available at S H Wise store in Wilton or at the Muscatine office. Bidders should state fastest completion time and bids may be rejected at the committee’s discretion. J B Downer secretary.

The Methodist Episcopal Society Wilton Iowa H. W. Zeidler S. H. Wise Muscatine J. B. Downer Sec. Building Committee

Chamberlains Stomach & Liver Tablets Against Pills

They are easier and more pleasant to take and milder in effect while being reliable. They cleanse and invigorate the stomach and leave the bowels natural. pills are harsher and often cause constipation.

Chamberlain

Electa Chapter No 32 O E S Holds Regular Meeting

Regular meeting of Electa chapter No 32 O E S is scheduled for Wednesday evening April 30 at 8 oclock.

Electa Chapter No

Paine's Celery Compound Promises Quick Health Restorations

An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a cure for run down health urging prompt spring use to purify blood balance nerves restore digestion and boost appetite. It claims the remedy is doctor endorsed, rapidly aids sleep and mood, and helps sufferers become well for summer. The copy also mentions Diamond Dyes as simple child friendly dyes.

Paine American

Frank Anson Purchases River Front on Geneva

It was reported this morning that Frank Anson has bought a 320 foot river front parcel on Geneva. The acquisition is described as a fine stretch along the river, acquired on good authority.

Frank Anson Geneva

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