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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1909
Page
14
Muscatine patrons enjoyed a top tier program featuring Clark’s comedy dogs and ponies as the centerpiece. The three ring act impressed with precise stunts, laughable routines, and a grand finale as Florence Arnold, Williams and Culver, and Billy Brewster rounded out a standout bill praised as among the best ever staged in town.
An advertisement touts Wyeth Sage and Sulphur as a modern hair tonic that darkens hair and aids growth. It notes the product is lab-made, available from druggists in 50 cent to 1 dollar bottles, and offered by Wyeth Chemical Company via A. W. Moergan’s Pharmacy in New York City.
A Fairfield camp of the Sons of Veterans was organized last evening by Attorney R U Thompson of Colonel S G Hill camp No 25. Charter membership reached 50 and rapid growth is anticipated. State Commander Louis Aggy issued the commission for the organization to Commander Thompson. A meeting is planned within 7 to 10 days to set business and winter social plans.
A 1s line ad promoting ZEMO by druggist A W Morgan claims a vegetable liquid external remedy cures eczema and all skin and scalp diseases. It dessolves germs by drawing them to the surface and is stated safe for infants. Morgan touts ZEMO as the best medicine he has sold for skin issues.
Miss Emma Brandt leaves for Davenport for the winter. The 23 club enjoyed a parsonage gathering and plans oysters for December 14. Rev Herman Wennermark of Muscatine Grace English Lutheran will preach on December 5, Advent second Sunday. Joseph Liljedahl, college glee club manager, to speak at New Era church December 8 to promote the chorus. Choir meeting canceled next Thursday.
The German Methodist Quarterly Conference, led by District Superintendent Rev F L Mahle of Peoria Illinois, will be held this evening. Rev Mahle will deliver his initial sermon in Quincy before the quarterly communion observance. He was appointed superintendent of the Quincy district at the Burlington conference last summer and is noted as a capable minister and an excellent speaker. The conference follows the general Burlington gathering and will address several church business matters.
At the annual meeting officers were chosen for the ensuing year. A membership dance was favored to be held in Turner hall on Saturday December 4 and December 31. Officers: President William Wentlandt Vice president Philip Rohrbach Secretary Herman Grensing Financial secretary Carl Mueller Treasurer Wm Zeidler Sr. Finance committee Frank Chayka J F Heerd John Herwig.
At the Presbyterian manse at 4 oclock yesterday afternoon John Passmore of Moline Illinois and Miss Anna Petersen of Sears Illinois were united in marriage by Dr J N Elliott pastor of the First church. The groom was accompanied by his brother C S Passmore of Moline. The couple departed last evening for Moline where they will make their future home.
Eagle Lodge No. 10 A. O. U. W. plans dedication of remodeled armory hall on Chestnut Street for December 10 with possible attendance by Governor Carroll and Supreme Master Workman Narvis. Officers elected include Fred Beitel as Master Workman and a new drill team and guards formed for the event. Open house to follow the dedication and a social program is planned.
Muscatine Tribe No. 95 of the Independent Order of Red Men elected officers last night drawing a large crowd at the wigwam. The group planned a new degree team of older members and promised real Indian adoption for future candidates. A smoker followed the meeting. Officers: Prophet Fred Ray, Sachem Fred Boston, Senior Sagamore Mark Taylor, Junior Sagamore Albert Stolzenau, Chief of Records Daniel Borgstadt, Collector of Wampum W D Hine, Keeper of Wampum Edward Hagerman, Trustee Harry Metzger, Chief of Degree Staff Sherman Wingerter, Junior Albert Vetter.
Charles Tice sustained a severe cut to the thumb of his left hand yesterday afternoon after bringing it into contact with a sharp object at the plant.
An advertisement promotes Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for flatulence and indigestion. It claims the tablets attack gas forming foods, improve digestion, and suit both sick and well folks. A free trial package is offered from F. A. Stuart Co. in Marshall Michigan, with a 50 cent price per box.
North Pike reports families visiting relatives over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. F A Adams and children from Adams joined A J Mills and family. Mr. and Mrs. J L Mills and Earl Bell visited A J Mills. Other gatherings included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Blizzard of West Liberty with John Foster and Ed Wells at Geo Foster’s, and C E Cheesebrough with children at Passmore’s. Guy later and daughter Aneta with Miss Zella Stevens also visited G B Stevens’ home.
The Gold Dust cleanser cleans thoroughly without injuring brass tiling porcelain or polished surfaces. It works quickly like other cleaners but contains no abrasive matter that would wear away surfaces.
A button cutter named Tice was injured at Schreyers button factory. The wound received medical care. The item promotes Bromo Quinine as a one day cold cure with signature by E. W. Grove and a 25 cent price.
Springdale notes record George Henderson leaving for Linn County Iowa for winter work. Residents visit Cedar Rapids West Liberty Tipton and Chicago for business and family matters. A large public sale, Thanksgiving gatherings, and club meetings highlight a week of visits, school matters, and travel including Pasadena plans.
Letters from Ralph J. Mather describe preparations for a Thanksgiving dinner at the Hotel Quirinal in Rome. The American ambassador and leading residents plan to join in a homey meal with American foods, reflecting fond memories of home. The writer notes pleasant surroundings, green fields, flowers, and nearby snow capped mountains visible from his room.
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