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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1903
Page
2
Loran W Reynolds a prominent attorney and politician and former Republican gubernatorial candidate in Iowa is dead in Boone on August 1. Reynolds held statewide prominence and was linked to the GOP campaign in the state.
Muscatine Island hosts test wells as the Water Works trustees seek to prove a pure supply before funding a new plant. Three 5-inch wells completed. soil, measure and pumping tests to follow. estimated plant cost about 100000 with only 20000 in treasury.
An article touts ORRINE as a permanent remedy for alcoholism, stating it removes cravings without harmful drugs and can be taken at home. It cites a Brooklyn testimonial of a twenty year drunkard restored by four boxes, sells at $1 each, six for five, and offers a free sealed booklet.
West Liberty volunteer firemen placed in two events at the state firemen tournament in Sioux City. Results: Hose race Neola won $50, Mapleton second $40, Onawa third $20. state hose race Iowa City won $50, Onawa second $50, West Liberty third $25, Neola $15. part department hub and hub half mile Davenport won $100. times listed. novelty hub and hub race Onawa first $75, West Liberty second $50, Iowa City third $25. fastest team prize $49 to Iowa City, Onawa second $34, West Liberty no placement in final. The meeting was a financial success.
Morning Sun Iowa reports Elhanan W. Siverly, longstanding Louisa County pioneer who arrived in 1838, died at age near ninety-six. He would have turned 96 on August 10.
Ralph C. Rayburn formerly of Muscatine and now of Colorado Springs is due in the city Monday afternoon for a several week visit with his aunt Mrs. Hattie L. Fahey at 704 East Fifth Street. A Muscatine native, he graduated from the high school and Muscatine business college and will be met by his cousin Miss Mary Fahey at West Liberty.
An advertisement claims a preventive for death by own action has been discovered. It urges that despondency leads to self destruction and promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic that strengthens nerves and the system while regulating stomach, liver, and kidneys. 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
Local clerks in Iowa Falls organize an effort to shorten business hours. The campaign aims to curb late openings and align with community needs while seeking support from merchants and residents.
Centerville plans a new YMCA building with a reported cost of 25000 dollars. The project aims to expand community facilities and program space for local residents.
The notice calls for a large turnout on Monday August 3 1903 for business of importance led by Henry Elfers the Noble Grand.
Architects contractors and builders are notified to file plans and specifications for approval with the Muscatine City Engineer at least three days before starting construction. The City Engineer is the inspector of buildings per city ordinances. records are at the City Recorder and City Engineer offices. James J. Ryan is the City Engineer.
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