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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1908
Page
6
Ticket Agent L L Seymour of the Rock Island lines received a bulletin that special rates apply to the National Corn Exposition at Omaha from December 9 to 19. The round trip fare is 9.20 dollars with tickets on sale December 8 to 17 inclusive. Final return limit is De-
An ad extols a health product as a trusted family laxative. It highlights Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a proven, ethically manufactured remedy, recommended by physicians and the Well-Informed of the World, with sale through leading druggists and the California Fig Syrup Co. as the sole genuine source.
About 50,000 in prizes will be awarded as farmers from Muscatine County consider attending the event. A grand display of agricultural products and resources will be exhibited, drawing interest from local growers and visitors alike.
The salve is praised for healing fever sores and chronic sores, keeping them in healthy condition. It is described as superior for chapped hands sore nipples burns and general skin diseases and offered for sale by all druggists.
Wellman Iowa notes trade of hardware stock for a farm to take effect in January. Local families host Thanksgiving visits and relatives from Mt Vernon and Morning Sun. The new library opens to strong reception as Epworth League and W M S hold events. A restaurant venture begins, and several property changes occur including leases and moves. The poultry show runs at the opera house while the W R C passes a routine inspection.
An ad from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store promotes Dr King's New Life Pills with a bold claim of relief after the initial dose. The copy emphasizes pain relief and regulation of the system and is priced at 25 cents.
Muscatine man William J. Fitzgerald marries Miss Mary E. Hunter at the home of her mother, Mrs. Clara Hunter, in Davenport. Justice W. Maines officiates as guests include Miss Ida Eisner and Thos. Fitzgerald. The couple plans to live in Davenport and are to be supported by family and local company ties.
A. W. Morgan, a druggist, endorses Foley's Orino Laxative as a remedy for chronic constipation. It is said to stimulate the liver and regulate the bowels so natural action occurs without continuous purgatives.
Word reaches Wapello Iowa of the marriage of Miss Nona Wallace of Kirksville Missouri to Dr Stanton A McCoon on November 25 1908 in Macon Missouri Accompanied by relatives they traveled to Kansas City for Thanksgiving and plan to visit St Joseph before returning to Kirksville then reside in Kansas where the groom works
An advertorial touts Mi o na tablets as a stomach tonic that cures indigestion and relieves constipation without harsh purgatives. It claims rapid stomach fortification, full digestion, and a money back guarantee from J J Havertamp, with a testimonial from Herbert H Taylor in New York.
A simple, inexpensive home remedy for coughs and colds gains popularity. The mix combines Pinex with Granulated Sugar Syrup to yield a pint of cough syrup that soothes deep seated coughs, colds and chest pains, with druggist availability noted.
Miss Bessie Blanchard weds Wallace R. Bacon at her Wapello home in a Nov 25 1908 ceremony led by Rev. J. S. Mathison. The couple planned a Des Moines move after visiting Grinnell and receiving a Bacon family reception. Also on Nov 25 1908 Miss Ora S. Bissinger married Rev. Ernest Lauer at the bride's home with Wes leyan University ties, they head to Culbertson Nebraska. Other local movements include Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Davison returning from Minnesota and South Dakota, Miss Flo Cooper visiting Burlington, and R. M. Garrett moving to Laredo Missouri with his mother shuttling to their new home.
Muscatine welcomed guests as a cold snap descended with Jack Frost, bringing temperatures from 3 to 13 degrees above zero and rough, muddy roads. Local residents reported readings from 3 to 13 degrees above, with 13 above on the island and 10 above near Chestnut Street.
M W Cunningham, noted humorist and impersonator, will perform at the West Liberty Presbyterian church Friday evening December 11. Proceeds go to fund a new carpet and furnishings. Cunningham has toured Iowa extensively with strong press and pulpit endorsements.
Mrs. Cora B. Miller of Kokomo has spent 125000 on free treatments for women with female diseases and piles. She continues sending a 50 cent home remedy and an explanatory book to applicants who write for free mail delivery and guidance.
A flurry of passengers visited West Branch and surrounding areas Saturday and Sunday. residents and visitors like Mrs Ed Sexsmith and Mrs Noah traded and called on friends while others journeyed to Muscatine Iowa City Cedarville Atalissa and Durant for visits or to spend time with family and friends.
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