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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1901
Page
7
The notice notes a September 12 hearing on Ad miral Schley’s role in the Santiago battle. It warns that health issues from small infections can worsen, urging early treatment with I O D O antiseptic powder available for 25 cents a box at the druggist.
The Wilton fair drew large crowds despite counter attractions in nearby towns. Races featured smooth times with Fideline and Silkwood posting wins, while premium awards honored E F Richman, W G Griffith, Park Walton and others for draft horses, mares, colts, and carriage teams. A monkey balloon ascent added daily entertainment as Miss Browning rode the Firefly and local residents traveled to and from Wilton.
West Liberty August 24 many residents travel to Des Moines for the state fair. Miss Ellinor McElravy dies and funeral plans are set for Third Street residence. The Presby terian sewing society reports a Friday dinner with about 50 attendees and $9 raised as officers are elected for the coming year.
Advertises Clear Lake in Iowa as a leisure retreat offering fishing sailing and bathing. Mentions low tourist rates via Iowa Central railway and urges travelers to ask the ticket agent for particulars.
The Republicans of Fruitland Township will meet in caucus on Saturday August 31 at Lone Tree schoolhouse to select delegates to the county convention and handle any business that may come before the meeting. A Hopson Committeeman.
The U S government seeks guidance on smart food purchases and cites Prof Atwater s report on nutrition A breakfast food Grane N u t s is touted as scientifically made and practical for busy people The cereal is fully cooked at the factory and ready for instant service for brain and nerve support
The Washington Journal urges building a union depot, arguing it would attract travel, advertise the town, and foster business. It cites Milwaukee line prospects and notes R Law of the B and N W favored the idea, urging action by the Citizen's Association.
The Royal Arch Masons of Iowa plan a September 5 and 6 meeting in Davenport to mark the forty eighth grand chapter. A September 2 school of instruction precedes sessions at the St James Hotel with officers listed and a large statewide turnout expected. The program includes a welcome address by C W Neal and a boat ride in the evening after sessions begin at 9 o'clock.
Local vendor J. J. Favercamp advertises a stomach and rectal relief product framed as a guaranteed cure for piles. The ad promises a 50 cent price, a free sample, and a money back if no cure, with a provocative claim of curing both pies and people.
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