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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1907
Page
4
Local notices highlight a free band concert at Electric Park with 300 mounted cavalrymen in camp and a scheduled U S excursion. Neighbors and visitors from Davenport Hot Springs Maquoketa and Cordova crowd the scene while plans promote buying homes and meeting traveling relatives.
Sacred concert arranged for Electric Park Sunday evening features Paudhet's band with a two part program including overtures, solos, duets and marches such as Poet and Peasant, Laurel, Sparks, Faust, Bellesprit and La R.ial compositions. The program lists Bagley, Gounod, and Fall among composers.
The London Globe reports a scene in a household where Reginald ignores his father’s repeated admonitions not to pull the cat’s tail. The exchange shows tension as the boy accuses his father of obstinacy while the father emphasizes discipline.
A humorous exchange where one person insists on equal treatment for a colleague's wife lacking a new hat, while the other dismisses the idea and asserts the matter is settled and neither will receive one. The remark appears in Fliegende Blatter.
A New York Press line asks what it means when a man “bent his steps” and answers it as bow legged. The brief quip uses a father and son exchange to explain a physical trait with a touch of humor.
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as immediate relief for hay fever and summer cold symptoms, promising easier breathing and healing of inflamed air passages with a yellow packaged product. It lists A. W. Morgan of 107 West Second St as endorsing the remedy.
Deeds of transfer transcribed for the Journal by G M Titus list transactions. Jane E Jordan to John Tracy for property in northwest quarter of section 33 two 77 north range 2 west of 5th P M with consideration 4000 dollars. Maria L Stewart and husband to Titus Loan and Investment Co for lot 9 valued at 3200 dollars. Eliza Nugent to Richard Nugent for property in section 10 two 77 north range 1 east of 5th P M with consideration 3600 dollars. Matilda Hintmann to Myrtle Kirk for easterly 5 feet of lot 8 block 22 with consideration 75 dollars. Amalius Julius Endter and wife to John C Bierman for lot 2 block 13 of Smalley’s addition with consideration 1000 dollars.
The United Brethren excursion departs Muscatine at 7 30 a m on Wednesday August 28 heading to Burlington and returns to Muscatine about 10 p m The fare is 75 cents with meals available at 25 cents each.
G. M. Titus promotes Muscatine city property at 213 Town Ave urging buyers to act soon to avoid higher prices later. The notice emphasizes a large property list and very reasonable terms.
Fragmentary note states a plan to ensure visibility with minimal cost. The readable section hints at a casual wager or promise but provides no concrete names, places, or date. Further context is needed to confirm details or participants.
Justice Hay signs final decree granting Mrs Mary Adelaide Yerkes Mizner an absolute divorce from Wilson Mizner. She may resume the name Yerkes and marry again. Mizner barred from remarrying during her life. Mrs Yerkes was widow of Charles T Yerkes, Chicago traction promoter.
Tangier reports that the French cruiser Du Chayla captured off the coast a German vessel loaded with rifles flying the Spanish flag. The action underscores tensions and the broader naval theater in the region during the period.
In Ridgway Pennsylvania Dr Arthur B Moulton reported 90 typhoid cases 12 meningitis and 16 infantile paralysis as authorities cooperate to curb the outbreak. The typhoid source in the watershed has been found and measures are in place to stop further spread. Ridgway population is about 3500.
A team from the John Te Strake feed mill bolted this morning on Front Street frightening near the oatmeal mill. The horses galloped to Bowman's barn where they were stopped without any damage or injuries reported.
Rev D Scholten of South Blendon Michigan formerly pastor of the Reformed church arrived last evening to take charge of Sabbath services tomorrow The morning service at 1030 will be in Holland language The Christian Endeavor and evening service will be in English Rev Mr Menning and Mrs Menning have returned home from vacation and Mr Menning has recovered from recent operation and will resume pastoral duties
Rev Mr Galpin of Madison Wisconsin will preach at the First Baptist church tomorrow morning and deliver the evening address at the Union services replacing Rev W P Stoddard. Galpin is noted nationally for his work with young men and is considered an eloquent speaker.
John Nangle state organizer of the retail grocers visited the city this morning on business and said a permanent organization of the local grocers would be formed at the Merchants' Association meeting.
Frank Bowerman catcher for the New York National League club sustained a brain concussion after a pitched ball struck him in the head yesterday from Camnitz of Pittsburgh. Doctors report he is improving and hopeful for recovery.
Attorney F L Bihimeier departed this morning for Clinton where he will visit for the day on professional matters.
A group from Muscatine visited Washington Iowa for Chau tauqua events with afternoon party at Vera Rogers home on South avenue C and a social dance at Phoenix hall. Guests included Julia and Margaret Niver Jessie Stirlen Maud Van Atta and Mr Stafford with others from Cincinnati Burlington Colorado Springs and Sandwich Ill. Stella Wells won a painted plate in afternoon games. Lunch was provided by J. D. Glasgow and Cecil Rogers.
The Colonel Hare Circle met last evening at Mrs. H. S. Howe’s home at 911 East Ninth Street with many members present. Three candidates were ballotted and to be initiated at the next meeting at the hall. A Weed Park club house picnic is planned and a series of socials at members’ homes will be arranged with dates to be decided at the next gathering.
A burglary attempt targeted the Wilhelm home on East Seventh Street. Arthur Wilhelm reported a man shadowing him as he walked home, observing the key hidden in concealment. The intruder allegedly retrieved the key and tried to enter after Mrs. Wilhelm woke from dog barking, hearing muffled steps and leaving the key in the door.
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Becker were conducted this afternoon at her parents' residence 894 Climer Street with Rev. J. N. Elliott officiating. The Fraternal Aid association led the service. Pallbearers were John Schner Henry Naber Chris Larzine R. W. Heerd William McKee and Fred Hoeksna. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery.
Mr and Mrs Lem White were given a surprise farewell reception at their Sixth Street home by friends. Progressive cinch was played late. refreshments followed. Miss Lila White performed piano pieces. The White family will soon relocate to Tacoma Washington to establish their new home.
Twenty five Epworth League members of the First Methodist church held a social gathering at T. D. Mitchell's New Hampshire street home last evening. Games and refreshments were served, and the guests departed late.
The United Brethren Aid Society met at Mrs. Hare's on Thursday to hear solicitor reports and complete plans for the August 28 excursion to Burlington. Organizers promise good meals and a successful outing.
Electa Chapter No. 32 O E S will meet at the Masonic hall Monday evening August 26 in regular session. All members in good standing are invited to attend.
The Fraternal Aid association advisory board at Lawrence Kansas selects Parsons McPherson Pittsburg Prosperity Council Kansas City Kan and Muscatine to compete against seven large councils. Contest runs until January first with top membership gains earning a prize and an honorary banner, Muscatine favored by locals.
Belle Lockwood, by attorney F L Bihlmeur, files in district court for divorce from Ralph Lockwood alleging marriage on February 11, 1903 and desertion by the husband on December 26, 1993.
Ada Hampton departed for Davenport this morning to stay several weeks at the home of Mrs. Margaret Victor.
The piece extols Grape-Nuts as a foundation for a no cook hot weather breakfast. It recommends combining Grape-Nuts with cream fruit soft-cooked eggs and toast to stay cool and nourished. It contrasts Grape-Nuts fed diners with meat fed neighbors sweltering in heat. It notes factory cooking makes the cereal ready for immediate digestion by science.
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