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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1905

Page

3

Peruna Cure Promises Relief for Catarrh Victims

A Milwaukee woman reports severe headaches back pains and dizziness improving within two months after taking Peruna. The ad claims many female health issues stem from catarrh and that treating catarrh heals pelvic organs as well. Patients are urged to write Dr. Hartman in Columbus, Ohio for free medical advice.

Eleventh Street Milwaukee Wis M. Brickner Peruna Hartman Dr. Hartman Hartman Sanitarium Columbus

State Fair promises vast attractions and record cattle show

Iowa State Fair preparations are complete for August 25 to September 1 with claims of the west’s best livestock exhibit. Officials report 778 cattle and around 300 horses entries totaling over a thousand animals, plus 200 extra stalls to house them. The fair anticipates strong attendance and a premier pavilion display, surpassing last year’s scales.

Iowa S. B. Packard Morrow Cameron Simpson

Stomach Bowels and Liver Troubles Commented On

The passage warns that everyone has digestive and liver problems and emphasizes that proper care can prevent and correct disorders. It argues people neglect this, leading to ongoing distress and urges use of a remedy to fix and prevent such issues.

May Put Up Fight Nagel Faces Trial For Murder

Report says William Nagel seeks funds from friends and relatives to support a September term court battle over Carl Brady’s murder. Nagel clings to his initial story blaming Collette, while his father repudiates him. The Collette woman remains unconcerned as crowds tour the murder scene on Crowd Island, seeking souvenirs from the cabins.

William Nagel Carl Brady Nagel Rock Island Collette Island

Man Arrested After Pocketing Cookies in Box Car

William Holland, a journeyman blacksmith, was arrested by Officer Gus Zeng after stepping from a Rock Island freight car with pockets full of cookies and bologna. He claims he bought the food in South Muscatine. authorities suspect the cakes were stolen from the car. Holland will be held for further investigation.

William Holland Gus Zeng Rock Island Holland South Muscatine Zeug Iowa Avenue Second Street Front Street Snyder

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin claims and mail offer

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin marketed as a stomach remedy claims enhanced effectiveness with certain drugs. It touts cures for stomach troubles and offers dollar and half dollar sizes, money-back guarantee, free booklet, and a free sample via mail from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.

DR. Caldwell Dr.caldwell Relans

Spectacular Des Moines State Fair Promises Deep Entertainment

The Iowa state fair plans a comprehensive program with Liberatti and Indian bands, a Port Arthur fireworks display, and world class acts by the Nelsons, the Flying Moores, and Bedouin Arabs. Daily parades feature 500 U. S. Cavalry, and two 9,000 dollar horse races. The event also highlights vast livestock shows with $500,000 in cattle, 300 top horses, and strong swine, sheep, and poultry entries, promising the finest western expo of its kind.

Fair Association Des Moines Liberatti Sousa United States West Port Arthur Nelson Flying Moores Jack Fire Department Black and Tan Pabst and Swift Companies U. S. Cavalry Iowa Iowa Fair

Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption Promoted

Advertises Dr King s New Discovery for lung trouble promising cures. Sold at Havercamp s Prescription Drug Store for 50 cents and 1.00.

Secretary Wilson Meets Cattle Men Over Transport Rules

Chicago August 16 Secretary of Agriculture Wilson met forty or fifty cattle kings from Texas Colorado Idaho Montana Iowa and other states at the stockyard exchange. They urged extending the twenty eight hour rest rule to thirty six hours arguing it harms cattle to be moved every twenty eight hours. Wilson said he cannot change the law but may alter the order limiting car occupancy during feeding. The cattlemen insisted on tight packing and claimed railroads charge the same for few cattle as for crowded cars.

Chicago Wilson U. Princelings Stockyard Exchange Texas Colorado Idaho Montana Iowa

Governor Cummins Urges Middle Class Rule Change

In Clarinda Iowa Governor Cummins told a chautauqua crowd that the reign of the great middle classes must come. He urged voters from those classes to use ballots to abolish railroad influence and pressure insurance firms to serve the people. He opposed railroads and big corporations while calling for a general primary law to empower the middle class. He warned protective tariff proponents to end the policy of letting well enough alone and noted banks and financial houses push politics to the detriment of public interests.

Clarinda Cummins

Duty Fulfillment Sparks Boastful Declarations

When tasks completed successfully the article notes pride in devotion to duty. It highlights the value placed on purposeful effort and achievement, reflecting a period voice and moral emphasis. The piece underscores personal integrity and communal duty through concise directives.

Rose and nose compare in sweet homely symmetry

A compact aphorism notes that beauty is not only in form but in appeal. The line suggests affection for humble features, equating a homely nose with the rose’s sweetness in value and charm.

Essex Cemetery Cleanup Planned for August 25

Illinois City announces a cemetery cleanup at Essex Cemetery on the last Friday of August. Trustee Free Brewer invites all interested to join, noting only five persons attended the 12th inst. and urging broader community participation.

Illinois City Essex Cemetery Free Brewer

Little Mary Edna Heuer Dies at Eight Months

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. Funeral services will be held at the family home Friday at 2 o clock in the afternoon.

Mary Edna Heuer Fred Heuer Kansas Street South Muscatine

The sun observes mud and keeps its fingers clean

A brief reflection notes the sun's steady nature in weathering mud without soil in its grasp, using vivid imagery to suggest resilience and cleanliness in the face of messy conditions.

Way to Treat Hay Fever with Hyomei

J J Havercamp promotes Hyomei as a hay fever cure claiming it stops sneezing eyes nose and other acute symptoms. Endorsements from patients like A Hamlin of Westford Mass and promises of refunds back the claim. Complete outfit costs $1 with extra bottles at 50 cents.

Hyomei J. J. Havercamp A. Hamlin Westford Mass

Grossheim Buys Launch Hull for Labor Day Race

Alexander Grossheim purchases a new launch hull built by Dan Womachel in South Muscatine with plans to install a three horsepower kerogene engine. He intends to enter the boat in the Labor Day races, expressing enthusiasm about its speed potential.

Alexander Grossheim Dan Womachel South Muscatine Grossheim

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