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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1913
Page
9
Ian Who announces a cold tea sales venture to an enthusiastic crowd but the scheme collapses when police intervene. Frank Milhorne, blamed for promoting the temperance affair, is detained as officers determine the actions involved. A local man engaging in get rich quick schemes faces trouble as the tale unfolds.
Report states ten year old Anneth Davis, picked up in town for truancy, is wanted at Davenport. Authorities say the youth is believed to be at Waterloo and has been at Davenport industrial school. The case surfaced at the office of Sheriff Vanatta.
Calumet Michigan August 29 reports of planned search by strikers from Ahmeek and Mohawk to halt operations at Calumet and Hecla mine kept troops alert. Hundreds gathered but peaceful demonstration. cavalry allowed passage through Calumet Hecla area. Underground work resumed at the Wyncie mine with preparations for hosting underway.
Yonkers August 22 Ruth Hamilton died today after praying to join her lover Charles Rich who shot and killed himself after wounding another. The couple had planned to die together, with brief spells of restlessness and long lapses into unconsciousness during the night as they sought death together.
From the Journal of Hygiene, a confection claims to cut obesity by daily fondness for botanium jujube candy. The method, praised as palatable and effective, suggests one drop after each meal and one at bedtime, with no side effects or self punished discipline.
Commence renovation of local playhouse. A crew is repainting scenery and refreshing interiors as the Grand Theatre readies for the 1913-14 season. When the house reopens on the 30th patrons will find the venue spick and span with lobby retouched and stage settings awaiting a skilled scenery artist.
Henry Concannon of 710 Sampson street, Muscatine, was overcome by extreme heat at his South End home last Sunday. His condition worsened, with convulsions and unconsciousness, leading to his transfer to Hershey hospital where doctors report a critical state amid a heatwave.
Lewis Hornblower, 30, son of W B Hornblower of New York, died from a pistol wound inflicted last Tuesday in Johnson City Tennessee. He was married, worked as a clerk in the Johnson City office of the Carolina Cinchilela and Ohio railroad, and the body will be sent to New York for burial.
Mrs Velie wife of Velie Motor Co president and Miss Lilly with Mrs Velie’s daughter were arraigned on smuggling charges after undeclared jewelry and clothing valued in the thousands were found in trunks. Customs say receipts point to Paris shops and several thousand more items remain to be examined.
Mrs. Katherine M. Hurlbut celebrates ninety third anniversary while residing with son Allen Hurlbut on Eighth Street. She receives gifts and cards amid visitors praising her embroidery. Mother of four, with many grandchildren and great descendants, her day includes neighbor calls and well wishes. Ladies Aid plans Weed Park outing Thursday. Frauen Verein session at German Lutheran church basement Thursday noon.
A rain storm last night caused extra rockfalls delaying rescuers seeking the bodies of E. D. Stancell and two others trapped in a cave-in in the Old Raton tunnel near Trinidad. The effort, originally due today, was postponed as crews faced hazardous conditions.
The United States, acting as an international shopping hub, reports July trade with other nations surpassing all prior monthly records. The Department of Commerce notes exports exceeded those of the previous year by over eleven million dollars despite imports being lower than July 1912, keeping the balance in favor of American manufacturers and producers.
In the twelve months prior, goods sent abroad exceeded 262 million dollars in value. Merchandise and products were sold to foreign buyers, reflecting strong international commerce through the period ending July 31.
Washington August 1922 the free wool fight in the senate opened today with Senator Warren of Wyoming leading the onslaught against the tariff bill Free wool he described as uncalled for cruel and unwise predicting ruin for wool growers and high prices He later introduced a substitute for the wool schedule the lowest ever offered by a Republican proposing a duty of 16 percent ad valorem on first grade raw wool and 45 percent on first grade raw wools as agreed to by democrats of the Ways and Means committee before President Wilson insisted on free wool
A newborn son was born to Mr and Mrs John Work near Rayville IL. Mrs W G Smith of Chicago visiting relatives including Mrs B Switser hosted a charming five hundred party. Mrs GC Gordon of Town City left after visiting Gilbert family. Ruth Gilbert will move to Iowa City for a department store job. A Quincy IL fire caused $200000 in losses at Osgood s livery barn and nearby buildings. Judge Rowan officiated the marriage of Miss Caro Beberling of Illinois and Gus Carlyou of Milan Illinois.
The bridal party includes Miss Jes sla Small of Rock Island and Charles Carlson of Rock Island. The couple will leave for Chicago on a wedding trip.
During naval fleet maneuvers in the sound west of Haven Island Malmo Sweden August 22 the Swedish battleship Oden collided with and sank the gun boat Urd The Urd 170 feet long and 597 tons was built in 1877 The crew of the gunboat was saved
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