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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1910

Page

2

KieckoUT Headlining at Family Theatre Weekend Show

The Russell troupe leads a varied weekend bill at the Family theatre in Muscatine. Nick Russell and Lyda Russell present The Professor and the Substitute with a taping rag and clever piano tricks. Doner Halstead, the Jeunets, and Sergeant Mears add gymnastics, songs, and bugle displays. Moving pictures close the program.

Brockman Muscatine Nick Lyda Russell Doner Halstead Coes Jeunets Sergeant Mears

Dr Miles Nervine Promises Cure Says Blum Texas Woman

Mrs Thomas Taylor of Blum Texas says Dr Miles Restorative Nervine raised her from the grave and she would not part with a second bottle for any price. The ad touts Nervine to calm nerves aid sleeplessness and appetite and offers money back if the first bottle fails.

Dr. Miles’ Nervine Taylor Thomas Taylor Blum Texas Miles Tex Miles’ Nervine

Local Social Visits Across East Wapsie Area

Albert Atkins and family and Mrs. C. E. Buckman with Eva visited Emmet Buckman. H. H. Hawker and family spent at Muscatine. Lew Webster and family of West Liberty visited John Webster. Gladys and Ruth Marclf visited Wilton. Stella Webster at home after Highland Park College study Des Moines. John Kurz and daughter visited H. Hawker. Edna Nichols of South Prairie called on A. Marolf. Miss Ina Crone returned to Washington after Muscatine visit.

East Wapsie John Kurz West Liberty T. H. Hawker James Edna Nichols South Prairie A. Marolf

Bargain Sale Notice for W R C December 2 3

A public notice announces a bargain sale by the W R C scheduled for December 2 and 3. Details include sale actions and locality as per the notice.

Three Lodge Elections in Muscatine Last Evening

Workmen Royal Arcanum and Yeomen held elections for officers at the city meeting. Royal Arcanum chose Regent Fred Beach and a full slate. Eagle Lodge and Yeomen also reported selected officers, reflecting brisk rivalries and early-year installations.

Royal Arcanum Eagle Lodge No. 19 Yeomen Muscatine Asthalter Hall Fred Beach H. C. Asthalter Earnest Moore C. H. Sterneman Fred W. Hermann C. W. Smith A. L. Madden Chaplin G. E. True J. E. Jenkins W. G. Klaffenbach L. Agnew Leo Ashcraft G. R. Titus J. P. Schomberg Eagle Lodge Eagle Lodge No. 10 Fred Bei

Diapep sin promises fast relief for indigestion

An advertising notice touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast acting cure for indigestion, dyspepsia and stomach discomfort. It claims relief within five minutes, harmless taste, and the ability to aid digestion of all foods. The 50 cent price is highlighted with claims of ongoing household usefulness.

Stuart

Poultry Show Names Judge and Rich Prize List

A. B. Shaner of Lanark Illinois is chosen by the Muscatine Poultry Fanciers association to score birds and award prizes at the December 19 show in Muscatine. The event offers five silver cups and sixty or more specials, plus a $50 sweepstake from the Muscatine Commercial Club and $25 trophies for top pens in several classes.

A. B. Shaner Lanark Muscatine Poultry Fanciers’ Association Shaner Iowa Western Iillinois Muscatine Commercial Club I. S. Pepper Charles Grill F. W. Swan

Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets touted as a cure

Dr Redwell describes a long suffering patient relieved by Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets after trying tonics and medicines. He reports rapid improvement, weight gain, and lasting relief with a safe, fruit and vegetable based formula containing pepsin and Golden Seal.

Stuart Redwell

Yeomen Elect Officers in Annual Election

The Yeomen held their annual election last evening selecting Foreman A. G. Stuart Master of ceremonies C. H. Garnes Master of accounts Paul Duprez Correspondent Mrs. E. Scott Chaplin Mrs. Hattie Smith Overseer Mrs. Lillian Kinsley Lady Rebecca Mrs. Paul Duprez Lady Rowena Mrs. Frances Townsend Sentinel J. Dora Guard Joseph Dowdal Pianist Mrs. J. Dowdal.

Yeomen A A. G. Stuart C. H. Garnes Paul Duprez E. Scott Chaplin Hattie Smith Lillian Kinsley Rebecca Rowena Frances Townsend Sentinel J. Dora Joseph Dowdal J. Dowdal

Exciting Fire on West Fifth Destroys Three Structures

Early morning blaze on West Fifth Street destroyed two barns and a house at Nos. 511 and 513 owned by George Becke and Charles Schnier. Fire began in the Becke barn and spread to the house, forcing occupants to flee. Nearby buildings were saved by swift firemen. origin traced to ashes tipped near the barn.

Fifth Street George Becke Charles Schnier Becke

Muscatine High School Praised by State Inspector

F Cc Ensign, state inspector for North Central Association standards, visited Muscatine High School and praised its discipline and readiness. He noted the school ranks among the best in Hawkeye state and confirmed it remains accredited, enabling graduates to matriculate at member colleges without exams.

F. Cc. Ensign North Central Association of Colleges Muscatine High School Hawkeye Association Ensign Muscatine

Wilton Social Roundup Notes Local Movements

Delayed notes from Wilton Iowa report residents visiting and traveling. C W Deforest and Lena Westfall returned from West Liberty. Mrs C W Derby and Robin Fulton visited Muscatine. J N Edge met clients in Davenport. Mrs John Hanft left for Columbus Junction after a week with H G Stevens in South Wilton. Lulu Barton visited Muscatine. James Bacon headed to Boulder then Los Angeles for winter. F A Abbott returned from a visit elsewhere. W R Reid handled business in Atalissa. Hiram Hains arrived from Cresbard for winter here. A W Steen left for Roth Island to work at McCabe's store.

H. G. Stevens South Wilton Lulu Barton Muscatine James Bacon Boulder Colo Los Angeles Calif F. A. Abbott W. R. Reid

Three Misses Visit Friends in Lone Tree

Miss Lulu Munn Ethel Nunally and Lizzie Lafever of East Third street depart for Lone Tree on Thursday to spend a few days visiting friends.

Lulu Munn Ethel Nunally Lizzie Lafever East Third Street Lone Tree

Rexall 93 Hair Tonic Promise At A. W. Morgan’s Pharmacy

The Rexall Store advertises Rexall 93 Hair Tonic with a personal guarantee that trial costs nothing if it does not restore hair. It claims success except where roots are dead or follicles closed and notes two sizes 50c and 1.00. Available at A. W. Morgan's Pharmacy 107 West Second Street.

Rexall A. W. Morgan's Pharmacy West Second Street

Reliable Laxative for Old People Advised

An article promotes Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild liquid laxative ideal for the elderly. It cites digestion decline with age, urges avoidance of strong cathartics, and offers a free sample bottle with medical advice from Dr. W B Caldwell at 541 Caldwell Building Monticello Illinois.

Dr. Caldwell

Principal True Earns Praise for School Discipline

A reviewer examined observance of rules and the school’s discipline and found both to be excellent. The findings reflect well on Principal True and the faculty, indicating an admirable level of school excellence under their management.

True

HAWKEYES WIN IN DISPLAY OF SHEEP AT OXFORD RING

Chicago December 2 In the Oxford ring at the stock exposition McKerrow Son R J Sloan Cooper Nephews showcase breeding stock. Cooper Nephews take first and second in aged Tam, while MecKerrow Son win first second and third in yearling class with strong ram entries. Chandler Bros of Iowa win both ewe and ram championships. Rambouillet judges note shift toward dual purpose stock.

Chicago Oxford McKerrow & Son R. J. Sloan Cooper & Nephews MecKerrow & Son R. J. Stone Chandler Bros Iowa

One-Day Cold Cure Ad by E W Grove

In this ad a World over Bromo Quinine cold remedy promises cure in one day. It highlights the signature of E. W. Grove and advertises a 25 cent price for the product.

E. W. Grove

Thanksgiving dinner visits weave through Prairie Grove families

Prairie Grove residents recount Thanksgiving gatherings with relatives spanning West Liberty Atalissa Durant Downey Centerdale Rochester and St Marys Ohio. Families including Pinney Dice Schiele Wilkins Swart and Croxen joined kin across multiple towns sharing meals and travel on the holiday. George Downing shipped two carloads of stock to Chicago from Centerdale stockyards.

Prairie Grove H. B. Pinney Alma Walker Milo Crane West Liberty C. E. Dice Atalissa Croxen Arch James Marion Charley Henry Swart Jesse Swart Charles Schiele Davenport Gus Durant Rudolph Schiele Downey Will Frank Wilkins Mother Wilkins Emma Nicholson Charles Swart Wash Jackson Nora Heacock Ted Jackson J. W. Melick Cedar Hill Roy Croxen Gulf Coast Texas Clint Dice St. Mary’s Ohio J. Pinney George Downing Centerdale Chicago

Distant West Liberty Farm News Highlights Local Activity

Will Wilkins sold and delivered over a hundred head of hogs in West Liberty Monday forenoon. Miss Bertha James returns to Union Valley school room last Monday. Clifford Kinzey from north of Centerdale bought cattle nearby. Mesdames Earl Jackson and Charles Montgomery visited West Liberty Tuesday. Frank Jackson and son delivered farm machinery to Union Valley for next year. McCann brothers and friends drove to Durant in an auto Tuesday. Mrs J M Walker of West Liberty visited her son Glen’s home. Miss Della Worrall began her winter term with fifteen pupils.

Will Wilkins West Liberty Bertha James Wet Liberty Union Valley Clifford Kinzey Centerdale Mesdames Earl Jackson Charles Montgomery Frank Jackson and Son Springdale George Charles McCann Robert Pinney Fred Ridenour Durant J. M. Walker Glen Della Worrall Pedee

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Rumford Mira Hershey Lumber Hershey Ave Muscatine Produce & Pure Ice Co Kieckout THE Russells Nervine Miles Medical CO Elkhart, Ind Chas. H.gobbs Missina Crone Washington Yeo Tel J. B. Reay Ww. D. Walton John Burns H. S. Howe E. H. Dolsen S. L. Johnson John Groters Harry Donahue Frank Rhoades George Eichenauer Ind Blaze F. C. Ensign State Inspector Wilton Hawkeyes Chandler Brothers OF Oxfords Stock Lichivest Petihof East 2Nd Street
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