Ladies of Moscow Sewing Society Host Ice Cream Social
The Moscow Sewing Society took the home of John Arzt Thursday morning and kept him indoors to help make ice cream. A large turnout ensured a merry time as the event concluded with laughter and good cheer.
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Moscow Sewing Society
John Arzt
John
Erast Ritter
Marked Tree, Ark
John Hirshman
McKinley
Roosevelt
Bryan
Russel Gatton
Jas. Gatton
Galesburg
Ill
W. Wahl
J. A. Hahn
Family News and Local Visits From Paton Iowa
Residents return to Paton Iowa next week as six grandchildren visit Grandma Hearst. Mrs Freyberger improves after several days of illness while the community notes the homecomings and family gatherings in town.
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Paton
Iowa
W. Freyberger
Grandma Hearst
Fourth Ward Republicans Meet at Stewart's Hall for McKinley Roose velt Club
Fourth ward Republicans are urged to meet at Stewart's hall Friday night August 24 to organize a McKinley and Roosevelt club. A good turnout is requested so Rough Riders from this ward can be in line for the coming campaign events. By order Committeeman.
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Fourth Ward
Stewart's Hall
Seventy Six Township GOP caucus set for Sept 4
The Republicans of Seventy Six township will meet in caucus on Tuesday September 4 at 6 30 p m to select four delegates to the county convention and to nominate a township ticket. W Meeker Committeeman.
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W. Meeker
Big preparations for 46th state fair in Des Moines
The state’s 46th annual exhibition and fair are being organized for Des Moines from August 24 to September 1, 1900. Local committees coordinate exhibits, events, and logistical details for the eight day event.
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Des Moines
268 Muscatine Factories Highlight Local Manufacturing
Special statistics by R. B. Huff reveal Muscatine hosts 268 manufacturing establishments from June 1 1899 to June 1 1900. The report notes many pay rolls reach hundreds, many independent family-run shops, and several small industries like cigar, box, broom, and a suspender factory.
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Muscatine
Bend City
Huff
Death of Robert F McDonald in this city
This morning at one o'clock death occurred at the home of his sister Mrs Hediker 316 East Second street Robert F McDonald age 37 leaves four sisters Mrs Ed Slaven Mrs F M McGill Mrs John Clark and Mrs J W Hediker all of this city The cause
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Robert F. McDonald
J. W. Hediker
East Second Street
Ed. Slaven
F. M. McGill
John Clark
Obituary of Longtime Muscatine Plumber Lifelong Resident
A lingering stomach illness claimed the life of a Muscatine resident known for integrity and a wide circle of friends. He worked many years as a plumber for Barry Manufacturing and spent recent years away from the city. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 PM at his late home with Rev. Arthur Fowler of the First Baptist church officiating.
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Muscatine
Barry Manufacturing Company
Arthur Fowler
First Baptist Church
Council Hears Light Proposition On Electric Franchise
Informal discussion last night between the council and York of the electric railway company at city hall yielded a more hopeful path to a final franchise agreement. A further meeting is set for this evening to continue talks as both sides seek a clear path to acceptance.
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York
Electric Railway Company
Reckless Driving Injures Woman Crossing Cedar Street
Mrs Ella Robinson was struck on Cedar street between Fourth and Fifth by an unknown rubber tired vehicle. She suffered a broken rib and severe shock, and the driver, after the collision, drove away without aiding or inquiring about her condition. The injured woman was rushed home and a surgeon was summoned.
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Ella Robinson
Cedar Street
Sailor Rescued After Boat Capsize on River
About ten this morning Harry Denham sailed a boat on rough river water when a gust overturned it. He ducked under but was quickly rescued and brought ashore uninjured. The drifting boat remains where it capsized until the water allows retrieval.
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Harry Denham
Winter vs spring wheat gains Iowa interest and yields
Observations show little market fluctuation while winter wheat gains favor in Iowa. Ames station reports winter wheat yields from 39 to 60 bushels per acre with Turkish Red leading due to high milling quality. Recommendations emphasize soil prep, rotation, and timely seeding in September to avoid Hessian fly impact.
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Iowa
Ames
Budapest
Minnesota
Siberian
Kentucky
Hine Bros Proud Of Ft Dodge Drug Store Photo
A photo features the Hine brothers Ft Dodge Iowa drug store owned by J B Hine. The piece praises the store as the finest in the state with a rich interior including a decorated ceiling marble floors and heavy glass showcases. The soda fountain is highlighted as magnificent and the establishment described as a beautiful affair.
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Hine Bros
Ft. Dodge
Iowa
J. B. Hine
Sidney L. Carter Passes At Age 35 In Iowa
Sidney L. Carter of Sweetland township Muscatine county Iowa born 12th 1864 died August 17 1900 age 35 years 9 months 5 days youngest son of Henry and Hannah Carter married Rhoda Bowley January 6 1898 leaves a wife an aged father three sisters four brothers and many friends and neighbors. Poem notes that not forever shall they be parted and a joyous meeting awaits in a better land.
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Sidney L. Carter
Sweetland Township
Muscatine County
Iowa
Navy
Henry
Hannah Carter
Rhoda Bowley
Suggested site for hospital in Ogilvie's addition
A letter proposes block 3 in Ogilvie's addition as an ideal hospital site. The 2300 square foot block is near streetcar lines, offers a commanding view, and could be sold by Col. Horton at a fair price for the institution.
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Ogilvie
Col. Horton
Hospital
Sweetland Republicans to Meet at Mount Grove School
The Republicans of Sweetland township are requested to meet at the Mount Grove school house on Saturday, September 1 at 8 p.m. to elect eight delegates to the county convention, nominate a township ticket, and conduct other important business. J. H. Van Camp, Com.
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Sweetland Township
Mount Grove
J. H. van Camp
Com
For Sale Two Iron Settees and Two Front Chairs
Yard sale item listing offers two iron settees and two front chairs for lawns. Inquire at this office.
Muscatine Markets Grain and Produce Prices Listed
Grain and produce prices posted for Muscatine markets cover flour sacks oats corn and many vegetables and fruits. Prices include flour at 1.15 to 1.25 per sack 48 pounds oats at 20 to 22 cents, corn 33 to 35, potatoes 45 to 50 cents per bushel and bananas at 1.00 to 2.50 per bunch. Market notes note unsteady conditions and various small goods rates.
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Cincinnati
H. Jenkins
Middleboro
Porter Druga and Cuem. Corr
Sole Props
Boston
Moscow
Republican Meeting
Muscatine Industries
R. B. Huff
Musca
Mr. Huff
Europe
Texas
New England
California
Council
Kansas
Chicago
Bartlett Pears
Tom Hummel
Fine Drug Store
Sweetland Caucus
Muscatine Markets
Illinois
Fruit and Vegetables
J. J. Havercamp
Figg
South Muscatine
Columbus
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