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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1912
Page
3
Notices a large portion of the population suffer from nervous fatigue and pains tied to kidney weakness. It touts Croxone as a remedy that removes the root cause, claims permanent relief, and urges purchase through druggists with a low price and guaranteed results.
The Journal lists agencies above the city for conventions of Its slany roadern. It includes HOll without Grocery, South Muscatine, Tobarr Bros, Gy’oc-Ores, Opeson Street, C A Buseh'd Drug Store, Reckloreiie, Chayka'e Grocery, Seast Hill, J. E. Muller Grocery, and Tarens Eros Grovem.
Fragmentary telegraph office directory listing staff and department numbers. Mentions J D Throop publisher and H J Drover advertiser manager with numbers 36 and 27, plus roles like city editor bottlety editor composing room and mailing room references.
A fragmented editorial argues for constructive selfishness as a force for progress, praising Victoria Falls as a world power source. It lauds colonization and civilization efforts in Africa, linking organized development to the advancement of entire states and the reduction of slavery, while warning against narrow self-interest.
The Muscatine Commercial Club held its annual meeting and announced forty nine new members joining the rolls marking an auspicious start to the year. The club emphasizes that success comes from aiding individuals and the whole organization, even as external observers may doubt its progress. leadership vows continued effort and unity to fulfill its mission.
A muddled fragment urges sustaining an organization by collective support and cooperation to aid individuals, implying continued responsibility and duty rather than past achievements. The text lacks clear actors or events but emphasizes communal backing and shared effort to help people.
J L Giesler was re elected president of the Commercial club after the vote. He stated he would not normally accept another term but, faced with unanimous support, agreed to serve again despite his desire to retire. His long tenure included heavy responsibilities and recognition in the club community.
The curtain rises on The Sixty-Third Congress with veteran actors retiring and posters announcing The Sixty-Fourth Congress. The piece notes party realignments, a Democrat take by a Democratic administration and an overwhelmingly Democratic House, and questions whether the public understands the forces behind the shift. The piece views the transition as not a clear victory for either side but a historical reshaping of political power.
A reminiscence column recalls fifty years since Hill, son of Col hill, of the thirty-fifth regiment, returned home from capture at Helmont with tales of rebel treatment and revenge. Forty years ago, dead horses could not be deposited in the river in front of the city. Dr McKonen reported good sleighing in Kalamazoo. schooling advances and party reflections follow. Ten years past, Bernhardt Heltmann died in Hoones addition after a long illness at 73. funeral at Teland M. E. church.
The Emmateburg Reporter notes Iowa voters may decide woman suffrage next election while opponents from the Sitioy Interests prevail. Various papers discuss Republican reorganization and pension issues led by figures such as Andrew Carnegie and noted voices from Cedar Rapids to Des Moines.
Newspaper editorials from Coon Rapids Enterprise Webster City Freeman Tribune and others debate tariff legislation passing the Senate and its impact on intertown life. Mention Kenyon Mogas and President prospects while praising or critiquing reactions to tariff tinkering and political ambitions.
Delayed despatch from Wilton Iowa notes Mrs Ray Woodhouse and two children visiting relatives in Muscatine. Other items mention John Osmers, Thomas Kilian and Earl Whitmer traveling to Rider sale, Lucian McCoy visiting Roy McCoy, Will Port family Thanksgiving with their son Glen, and Mrs F Gehl leaving for Fort Madison after two days with Mrs Freg Woodhouse.
A vintage advertisement touts Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a gentle cleansing laxative for children. It claims quick relief from stomach issues, says the product is naturally pleasant tasting, and urges mothers to keep it on hand, with directions printed on the package.
A lengthy local column notes changing political focus and broad travels along the Bulgarian border, with numerous brief mentions of residents in Durant and Muscatine. It describes social visits, illnesses, and family movements, including Miss Myra Maurer ill with typhoid and a California woman alarmed by lung trouble seeking relief. It ends with a testimonial about Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
Misa Bertha Rynearson and her mother visited in the city on Sunday. The Ladies Aid Society of the M. church will meet Thursday afternoon with hostesses H. B. Ayres, Bacon, Fulton, and others. The article records multiple local residents traveling to Davenport, Muscatine, Mason City, and Muscatine for funerals, visits, and schooling, including Millier family attendances, Hillier family burial, and others visiting friends and relatives in nearby towns.
Rufus R. Wolford dies at his St Louis home this morning after a long illness. Survived by wife and three children Hal Glyde and Ben, with funeral arrangements set for Conesville near a cemetery service. Wolford spent years as a general merchant and postmaster locally, and the family recently moved from Georgia to St Louis. Relatives will travel to Conesville for interment and services.
Marion Jones returns home to Muscatine after a brief stay with Jones Allen McCurdy and A W Jones at their houses. Miss Ferg Gay resumes school duties at Columbus Junction after a visit home. Carl DeLong leaves for Trenton Missouri to take an operator job for the Rock Island road.
Through this medium we extend heartfelt thanks to the G A B members Major John Circle Colonel Rare Circle and the Relief Corps for acts of kindness during our bereavement and for the beautiful floral offerings from Mrs Aida Caudie Mrs Luclly Cramer Mrs Bertha Kile Mrs Mary Brown and Mrs Clara Waterman
An ad touts Ely's Cream Balm as a fast curing remedy for colds and catarrh. It claims rapid relief from sneezing, runny nose, eyes, throat irritation, and headache. promises to heal and strengthen mucous membranes with direct application. The pitch emphasizes safety, affordability, and availability from druggists. Notable name A. W. Morgan and address 107 West Sec are cited.
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