Callahan Remains in Sister Custody Post Hearing
John Callahan, not adjudged insane, is placed in the custody of his sister Mrs. A Benedict after insanity commission hears a story tying him to a murder Isaac Newton swore out information clearing Newton and Callahan told a murder tale he said occurred in the Illinois bottoms opposite Muscatine five months ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Callahan
Board of Insanity Commissioners
A. Benedict
Callahan
Illinois Bottoms
Muscatine
Isaac Newton
Newton
Court House
Benedict
State Hospital
Candy Kitchen draws crowds with assorted treats
Local notices report Mrs. George Tolles of Barnes City Illinois returned home after a week in the city. Dr. Pentzer has moved his ophthalmic practice to the German American Savings Bank Building. Prof. Henry Edson is visiting relatives in Wilton. Miss Mildred White of Keswick left for home after a stay. Elizabeth Pfeiffer rode the steamer Columbia to Burlington on the U B excursion. Harry Springer travels to Columbus Junction to visit friends. Mrs. F. B. Wright continues to Keota after visiting New Boston. A Butcher departs for Keswick and Deep River to visit relatives. W. E. Hankey returns from Marengo for several days with family. Inhalation is noted as tuberculosis treatment. Dr. Cal W. Smith and family depart on a northern trip through Minnesota. Mrs. J A Foster and Miss Zella Miller set off for Nichols for a short visit. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Graham leave Keswick for their California honey moon trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grouth
South Muscatine
Jean Roberts
Newston
Ill
Ella Freeman
Ft. Scott
Kan
Buffalo
Frank Gausen
Davenport
E. Bald
Freda Eberhardt
Muscatine
Alice Prignitz
Wheatland
A. K. Claypool
Columbus Junction
Chautauqua
Louis Hoffbauer
Buffalo Bottling Works
Blue Grass
Chartie Thompson
Andalusia
Marie Claypool
John Murer
Griswold
J. H. McCully
Fairport
John McCully
P. Bridge and Children
Lake Park
Norma Kautz
Nellie Weingart
J. Heber
Evansville
Ind
Ladies’ Aid Society
Robt. Bowser
East Fourth Street
Frank Bowser
Roy Flemming
Montpelier
Perry Cooper
Wilton
Wilbur Fridley
New Era
W. F. Davis
J. C. Clapper
Hickey
Joe Morris
Ella Bishop
Tona Scheerer
Mer
Hilma Breigal
Miland
John Sieh, Jr
Fred Johnson
John McCulley
Roberts
Clyde
Yat's City, Ill
Rain on Island saves nearby structures after barn fire
A barn on Ben Harker’s farm on the island burned after a midnight lightning strike. A fire started in the second story hay and spread quickly but heavy rain prevented spread to adjoining buildings. Loss was about 500 with farm tools and a milk cow saved. The rain was the town’s most valuable this year, ending a dry spell. South Muscatine locals report visitors from Newston Illinois and Ft. Scott Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Harker
Farm accident injures man near Wapello
Edward Petersen of Muscatine was seriously hurt when a steam engine exploded while operating a separator on Geo Maylone’s farm near Wapello. A flying cylinder cap fractured his collar bone, but others nearby escaped injury. Petersen received first aid at the farm and was taken to Muscatine.
To Die on The Scaffold a Painless Remedy Claim
An advertising item touts Fledric Bitters from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store as a painless remedy for kidney trouble, priced at 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havercamp
Buffalo Social Roundup Puts Spotlight on Local Visitors
Long list of visitors to Buffalo Iowa from Davenport Muscatine and other towns. Residents travel for reunions excursions and church and social activities. Notable items include the Ladies Aid bazaar planning and berry picking excursions with local families dropping by for visits or to share news.
Doan's Kidney Pills Promoted For Kidney Relief
A promotional piece claims kidney troubles follow backache head pains and urinary issues. It asserts Doan's Kidney Pills cure kidney troubles and cites Mrs. John Mark of Muscatine Iowa endorsing them after two years of discomfort and relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Muscatine
John Mark
East Fourth Street
Iowa
Doan
J. J. Havercamp
Dr Hale’s Household Ointment Advertised Cure
Eczema salt rheum scrofula ulcers running sores and all obstinate skin diseases quickly cured by Dr Hale's Household Ointment. A necessity in every household. In drug stores 25 cents or direct from Kenyon & Thomas Adams NY.
Montpelier Social Notes and Visitors Report
Montpelier Iowa August news notes list visits by Mrs Perry Cooper Wilbur Fridley and families to Davenport Muscatine Buffalo and Milan Mo. Social events include an ice cream social August 15 and a Drumm's hall dance well attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Morris
Buffalo
Ben Eis
Moline
Alta 'Deck Mare
Fairport
Our Town
Hartman
Muscatine
Sam Eis
Sandros
Geneva Island
J. A. Morris
Davenport
Chas. Fridley
Drumm
John Lieh
Loretta
Rock Island
Clyde Olsen
Cedar County
Chautauqua Attendance and Visits In Columbus Junction
Mrs Ida Pusey attends the chautauqua with Rev and Mrs Ingham and plans Alaska work. Rev L Jones and Mrs Alburnett visit sister Mrs T J Gipple. Visitors include Miss Cora Summerville with Miss Lillian Owens, Miss May Letts with Miss Mary Stapp, Miss Zella Wright returning to Wapello, Miss Louise Chriss of Burlington guesting Lottie Wilcox, and others from Muscatine and Chicago areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Junction
Ida Pusey
Winfield
Mt Pleasant
Chautauqua
Ingham
Wrangell
Alaska
L. Jones
Alburnett
Iowa
T. J. Gipple
Cora Summerville
Lillian Owens
Moline, Ill
May Letts
Mary Stapp
Zella Wright
Effie Kelly
F. B. Letts
Wapello
Louise Chriss
Burlington
Lottie Wilcox
W. K. Moore
Muscatine
Emma Maris
Chicago
Anna Mulhern
C. R. Stearns
Ainsworth
Stearns
Oscar Hale
Horace Baker
Chautauqua Visitors Arrive As Harry Stevens Arrives
Chautauqua visitors were reported yesterday with Harry Stevens arriving from Wilton to spend several days in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Stevens
Wilton
Mississippi River Rises Six Inches in 24 Hours
The Mississippi River rose six inches in the past 24 hours due to heavy rains. Superintendent William Molis of the Muscatine water works notes today’s stage at 6.7 and expects the rise to continue briefly. Waterfall measurement for the period reached 3.15 inches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi River
William Molis
Muscatine Water Works
Arnica Salve Heals Wounds Without Blood Poisoning
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as a healing wonder for serious lacerations and wounds. Havercamp's Prescription Drug tore. buyers urged to seek cures and medical guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Havercamp
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Isaac
Cal
Candy Kitchen
George Tolles
Barnes City
Dr. Pentzer
Henry Edson
Mildred White
Keswick
Elizabeth Pfeiffer
Columbia
U. B
Harry Springer
F. B. Wright
Keota
New Boston
L. A. Butcher
Kindler Avenue
Deep River
W. E. Hankey
Marengo
Cal. W. Smith
A. J. Weaver
Miss Ida
Minnesota
J. A. Foster
Climer Street
Zella Miller
Creston
Nichols
Ray Graham
California
Edw
Petersen
Edward Petersen
Geo. Maylone
Mr. Petersen
South End
Charles Wilson
Roy Law
Arden
Charles Fischer
Neola
August Freelick
Will McAvoy
George McAvoy
Sampson Street
George Cooké
Henry Concannon
Hershop Hospital
Michael McCartney
Township
Musserville
Howard Snowden
North English
Snowden
Harry Erwin
Gladwin
S. S
HE Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Muscatine Lumber & Box Co
J. C. Tuefel
Will Collins
W. C. Collins
Harry Pelton
Carroll
P. Gold
Tony Sherrer
W. A. Middleton
Iowa Falls
Chas. Dorman
Nellie Kautz
F. Kautz
F. Kaucher
Chas. Schwertfeger
Geo. Volger
Edith
A. Murer
Frank McCully
Brown's Business College
Robert Ross
James Daniels
Anna
George Franklin
Josie Rennett
Mascaline
Fred Sieh
Edwin Morris
Dr. Tuete
Mrs. Moore
Long Grove
Morris
Hattie Lis
Home Savings Bank
Nature
James Doan
Pevgry Icture Ellis
Stor
Doan’s. Kidney Pills
Mississippi
Thompson Brothers Company
S.G
Pstein
Leland
Northport
Traverse City
Michigan
Manitou
Withodis
Pentwater
Ludington
Manistee
Frankfort
Cuaron Bee
R. F.church
G.P.A
E. End Mich. ST
Rush ST. Bridge
Mackinac
Lake Superior
Roaring Brook Harbor Springs
B. Kleinert Rubber CO
Broadway
New York
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