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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1907

Page

3

Tribune urges Iowa to reelect Senator Allison for strong national leadership

The Chicago Tribune argues Iowa should keep Senator William B. Allison in office, praising his forty four years of service and urging Republicans to avoid swapping horses. It emphasizes his experience, conservatism, and ability to meet key economic questions, declaring him irreplaceable in Iowa.

The Tribune Iowa Senate Hawkeye Republican Party of William B. Allison Towa House Allison Congress Senator Allison

Reminiscences of Long Ago Concert News

A Tremont hall concert Friday evening by the Benevolent Society promises a crowd as tickets sold well at the book and music stores and Fe Stone's drug store. The revival at United Brethren church continues with many new conversions nightly and Cornelius Nicholson inherits about $2,000 of property in Salem, Indiana. The Chicago fire relic stone from the old Cook county jail floor is noted near Mr Dillaway's store.

Ladies of the Benevolent Society Tremont Hall Fe & Stone United Brethren Church Supreme Court of Indiana Cornelius Nicholson Salem Dillaway Chicago Cook County Court House

Thief Escapes After Watch Recovered by Marshal

Thirty years ago Marshal Ewing recovered Dr. Graham's stolen watch at Clinton last Saturday. The thief fled after selling it to a bartender, leaving authorities with a partial arrest.

Marshal Ewing Dr. Graham Clinton

Jim learns truth and kinship with Nat-u-riteh

In Chapter XVII, Jim discovers Cash Hawkins dead and confronts the scene of betrayal. Nat-u-ritch silently reveals she killed him, and Jim hides his shock then orders her away. That night he confronts the revelation and begins a wary friendship with Nat-u-riteh.

Jim Cash Hawkins Nat-u-ritch Nat-u-riteh

Nat-u rit eh and Jim Carston’s Persistent Pursuit

Jim Carston and Nat-u riteh repeatedly cross paths as he tracks wandering cattle across the country. Nat-u riteh, daughter of Tabywana, silently trails alongside him on her pony, her devotion to the Englishman evident though unspoken. The Chief observes Nat-u riteh’s quiet longing, while Carston faces loneliness at his desolate ranch and a tempting companionship that could alter his fate.

Jim Nat-uriteh Nat-u Riteh Tabywana Cash Hawkins Jim Carston Nat-u-ritch Carston

Bitters Promised To Restore Strength And Health

An old advertisement extols Hostetter's Bitters as a reliable medicine for maintaining health or restoring robustness when run down. The copy claims absolute purity and notes a 54 year history of use and trust.

Stomach Bitters Proposed as Cure for Digestive Ailments

Stomach Bitters has clearly proven that it can cure dyspepsia indigestion costiveness poor appetite colds and general debility.

Matrimonially Mated in Lake Township Wedding

Ten years ago Elmer E. Echelberger married Ida Kate Waltz at the Waltz home in Lake township. Rev J C Kendrick officiated. The couple enjoyed an elegant supper with guests as a northwest snow storm arrived, bringing sleigh bells to the streets.

Elmer E. Echelberger Ida Kate Waltz John G. Waltz Lake Township J. C. Kendrick Baliwick

Jim and Nat-u-ritch's perilous spring in Maverick tale

In Maverick a former Long Horn saloon leader named Jim battles disillusionment as he drifts from his boss Big Bill. Anxious for meaning he ignores a treacherous ridge and leaps a hole, plummeting toward danger. Nat-u-ritch the Indian girl rescues him and endures illness to save his life.

Long Horn Grouchy Andy Shorty Big Bill Maverick Jim Bill Jackson's Hole Nat-u-ritch Naturith

A Burning Shame and Bucklen Arnica Salve Ad

An old advertisement promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for burns and wounds with a 25 cent price. Haverkamp’s Prescription Drug Store is listed as the seller.

Havercamp

Kaiser Hose Company Elects Officers At Annual Meeting

South Muscatine Kaiser Hose Company held its annual meeting on Stewart road. Officers elected for the coming year are President T W Holmes, Vice President A Seltzer, Recording Secretary George Carpenter, Financial Secretary Joseph Washburn, Treasurer Edward Wilhite, Foreman H Umlandt, First Assistant Foreman George MacCroskey, Second Assistant Foreman W Koester, and Committeeman for five years Claus Schmarije. Social hour followed with dancing and refreshments.

Kaiser Hose Company Stewart Road T. W. Holmes A. Seltzer George Carpenter Joseph Washburn Edward Wilhite H. Umlandt Cgeorge MacCroskey W. Koester Claus Schmarije South Muscatine Thomas Fowler Island A. J. Boyd Kemper Avenue Latham Streets Harriet Hoefer Oregon Street George Kermer Conesville Michael Pfeiffer Kate Benn Kansas City Parsons Kan Amy Hoopes Ames Jesse Jarvis Hoopes Rose Thure Ainsworth

Fire Captain Peter Baer Praised for Pella Blaze

Former Muscatine first ward fire warden Peter Baer, serving as Pella fire chief, earns laurels for efficient leadership during a recent Pella fire. The Pella fire company, under his chief, is praised for quick response and strong public support with nine men involved.

Peter Baer Muscatine Pellala Pella

Words of Praise for Dr. Pierces Favorite Prescription

Praise from medical leaders cites Dr. Pierces Favorite Prescription as honest and effective for many female ailments. It lists ingredients in plain English, contains no alcohol, and urges perseverance. letters to Dr. Pierce remain confidential and free. Also notes Dr. Pierces Pleasant Pellets as mild laxative and regulator easy to take.

Piergers Pierce R. V Pierce Buffalo N. Y

Catarrh Cure Claim Promises $100 Reward

The advertisement proclaims Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only proven remedy for catarrh, a constitutional disease, with internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer $100 for any case not cured, and invite readers to request testimonials and address F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo, Ohio. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for consti pation.

Hall Ilall F. J. Cheney & CO Toledo

Columbus Junction People Headed for Texas Inspection Trip

A group from Columbus Junction Iowa leaves for Texas on an inspection tour lasting a week or ten days. Mr and Mrs J L Shellabarger Mr and Mrs C B Clark Mr and Mrs T B Cross Lee Mishler and Chas Wilmering join the trip with M Delzell returning with them. Regulars Mrs D L Cline Mrs Mary Shearer and others visit relatives and attend local business matters as portions of the community travel and reunite.

Columbus Junction Texas J. L. Shellabarger C. B. Clark T. B. Cross Lee Mishler Chas. Wilmering M. Delzell D. L. Cline Letts Frank Brown Mary Shearer Ben Baker Missouri J. L. Overholt Denver Colorado Waterloo Blair J. J. Duncan Iowa City W. H. Grimes Allerton Helen Johnston Columbus City R. S. Johnston Elsie Colton Des Moines Phebe Morgan Stuttgart Ark William Stanley Colton

Local Social Notes Highlight Weddings and Visits

Iowa City area social news notes travel from relatives visiting Fre donia Grandview and Yale. Miss Jennie Zion to wed Charles B. Gipple at Shellbark home Dec 5 with showers in her honor. Nellie Williams and Frank Van Horn to marry at Shellhark home this Saturday afternoon, both noted in the community.

Iowa City Estella Woodruff Vinton Academy L. A. Reiley Wapello Christina Newell Fredonia Caroline Gallup Grandview Chas. James Helen Yale Iowa James Lee Mishler J. O. Hall Muscatine Theodore Hanft Cyril Frank Duncans G. D. Harrison Place Jennie Zion Charles B. Gipple Gertrude Johnson Miss Zion John F. Zion Mr. Gipple Wm. Zion Shellbark Columbus Junction Nellie Williams Frank van Horn

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