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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1905
Page
1
A Milwaukee reader reports dramatic relief from headaches back pain and dizziness after using Peruna. The ad asserts female diseases stem from catarrh and claims Peruna cures the underlying catarrh guiding readers to write to Dr Hartman for a divine grant and treatment at The Hartman Sanitarium Columbus.
The Iowa State Fair prepares for August 25 to September 1 with a record cattle and horse show. Officials report 773 cattle and about 300 horses entered, totaling over a thousand high quality animals. Packard, Morrow, Cameron, and Simpson oversee arrangements to add 200 cattle stalls and ensure ample housing in new permanent buildings.
Rumors circulate that William Nagel seeks funds for a September court trial over Carl Brady’s murder. Nagel remains in Rock Island jail clinging to his initial story that Collette fired the shots, while his father repudiates him. Meanwhile two others await investigation as a curious scene on Island draws crowds and authorities probe a separate cookie theft case tied to William Holland.
A wide advert with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin touted for stomach trouble and a detailed Des Moines Iowa state fair preview. It highlights amusement acts such as Liberatti band and fireworks, and emphasizes educational livestock showcases with cattle, horses, swine, sheep, and poultry expected to attract large prizes and crowds.
Frightened buyers flock to Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store for Dr King's New Discovery for consumption. The frenzied crowd seeks relief from lung trouble as the remedy, priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar, is advertised to cure.
In Chicago Secretary of Agriculture Wilson heard forty to fifty cattlemen from Texas, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Iowa and other states criticize the 28 hour rest rule. They urged a 36 hour limit and argued against loosening car space. Wilson said he could not change the law but would modify the order limiting cattle in cars. Stockmen defended tight packing and claimed railroads charge the same for few cattle as for many in a car.
Governor Cummins addressed a Chautauqua crowd in Clarinda declaring the reign of the great middle classes must come. He called voters from those classes to use ballots to abolish railroad rule and to press insurers to serve the people. He opposed protecting tariffs and urged a general primary to empower the middle class.
All parties interested in Essex Cemetery are urged to meet at the burying grounds on the last Friday of August to assist in cleaning. Only five present on the 12th inst, more helpers are welcome. Free Brewer, Trustee notes the sun’s aid without chance of soil.
Little Mary Edna Heuer eight months old daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Heuer of 1112 Kansas Street South Muscatine died this morning at 6 o'clock after a week long illness. Born December 15 1904 she was a bright child and a joy to her parents. Funeral services will be held at the family home Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a hay fever remedy that stops sneezing eyes and nasal discharge without internal dosing. It cites testimonials including Hamlin of Westford and claims a refund if not effective. The complete outfit costs $1 with extra bottles at 50 cents.
Alexander Grossheim has purchased a Jamnett hull and plans to install a three horsepower kerosene engine for Labor Day races. He aims to enter the fast boat in the event, expressing strong enthusiasm about its prospects.
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