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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1905
Page
4
Washington reports Congressman A. F. Dawson introduced a 150000 appropriation bill for a Muscatine public building. The measure is among early bills likely to pass, reflecting Dawson's pledge to his constituents. Also notes on a famous minstrel burial in Maquoketa and other brief items.
A referenced method uses inhalation to treat diseased air passages, aiming to restore them to normal condition. The note highlights the inhalatorium technique as a restorative approach for breathing pathways.
Special dispatch reports HH Osborn of Argo, a prosperous farmer with 300 acres, found frozen to death beside a road five miles from Davenport after a suspected mishap during a retaway. His team lay four a short distance farther down the road.
Rome officials thwarted a planned sale of a fifteenth century alabaster Virgin and Child statue from Solurolo Ravenna. J P Morgan had offered $50,000 to buy the Desiderio of Settingnar mo work, with funds earmarked for a public hospital, but authorities intervened to prevent its departure for the municipal palace.
Topeka reports rural schools in Brown county and nearby areas will close for a week to assist in saving the prune crop. Miss Cuahmur led students in glove work and pruning tasks while other schools prepare to join the harvest effort as communities unite to protect the crop.
Rock Island officials ordered all saloons closed Sunday for the first time in years. Mayor W. McCaskrin directed closure of all baths and slot machines, with resorts also shut. A Sunday closing campaign by local papers is cited and town officials vow to halt business, including turning out lights.
An intelligence dispatch from Kiev via Austrian Galicia claims martial law was declared in Kiev on Sunday. Troops at Kharkov reportedly refused to take watch, amid great turbulence and unrest across the region, with reports trailing in from local authorities and allied outlets.
Pat Crowe stands trial in Omaha on a shooting with intent charge related to an incident with Patrolman Jackson on September 11. The case centers on alleged weapon use and the intent to harm during the night events in question while Crowe faces potential serious penalties.
Berlin reports the death of Professor Dr. Von Leuthold, surgeon general of the army and the emperor’s body physician. A notice to gas consumers announces installation of a compressor to raise tag pressure, urging burners to adjust to the higher pressure. Citizens' Railway & Light Co.
Well known railroad man William B Leeds resigns from Rock Island board and divests Rock Island securities after friction with the Moore interests and D. G. Reid. Leeds helped Moore interests gain control of the American Tin Plate Co and later became Rock Island president. Break causes market drop and sparks social and business rifts.
Fire swept the residence of Attorney W R Lacey in Ogkulooga on December 4 as the family attended church. The interior was ruined while the exterior escaped major damage. A library, games, and household goods were lost. Loss estimated at $10,000 with partial insurance recovery.
The district court hears the Nessemnan case against Rock Island railroads for 5000 dollars claiming loss of a right leg while employed as brakeman. The October 15 1904 incident is in Rockford Iowa. Attorney Warner represents Nessemnan while Carskaddan represents the railroad. Much of the afternoon is spent securing a jury.
New York December 4 The Evening Post reports George W Perkins will retire from the vice presidency of New York Life Insurance and from the finance committee chairmanship at the coming election in April Friends say the move follows a suggestion by J Pierpont Morgan and will be formally announced soon.
Albany New York December 4 Governor Higgins named Henry N Rockwell a railroad conductor as a member of the state board of railroad commissioners The appointment adds experiencia to the board and aligns with transportation oversight duties in New York State.
Reports say Mrs NLR Wier, aged about SG, of 407 Front Street, is gravely ill with no hoped for recovery after several weeks of illness. The notice notes she has long been a respected resident and mentions a June bride in the community amid other months and anecdotes.
Society notes describe a concert at the M E Church under the Le dex Aid Society with notable local performers including J Marcelli and the High School Mandolin Club. Program highlights include Beethoven and pieces by Lehmann and Penteer, followed by an intermission and a Venetian Moonlight waltz. A farewell supper for Florence Miller is planned at Geneva cafe.
A drilling machine, previously in use on the Hemniker lot, was moved from the city to the Sevens farm on Lowe Run shortly before noon today. There, a new well will be started on the Neyena Farm on Lowe Run.
A busi ness visitor from Oxley visits the city today. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Sieminger yesterday. Cedar Rapids Turners face Co. GC at Armory tomorrow evening. Dad Dolson promotes fine chocolate candies at the church event. F. S. Pentzer performs solo at a church encervait ment tomorrow night. Wm. Isyan and family welcome a daughter born on West Seventh, November 26. Robert Gilvan returned from Moline after a weekend with his family. A wind sale opens Sunday at 5 to 7 oclock. Regular A. P. O. N. T. meeting at 7:30 pm with all members urged to attend. L. 2 Dr. & H. Kingana attended the funeral of L. W. Henderson in West Liberty. Urlyk Sanitary ad notes reliable service. A marriage license issued to Raip Filer and Delle Noiine. Holiday goods sale continues at Stephens Maze. Presbyterian Ladies prepare a menu for church event Wednesday evening at 7 oclock. Misatine District Court No. 677 holds a meeting with nominations. A large turnout expected for A. P. O. X.T. meeting tonight to plan winter work. Mrs. William P. Frazier oversaw a nursing operation at Hershey Hospital performed by Dr. Tyler. T. J. Townsley secures a position with Lumber Review in Kansas City, based in St. Louis. he leaves Monday for new duties.
The Iowa Central Railway adopts new excursion rules starting December 11. Saturday and Sunday rail trips cover points within 135 miles with return by Monday morning for four and a half cents. Friday sales to 73 to 150 miles away for a fare plus one third. Longer trips over 50 miles require five days and a $2 surcharge. Actions favor seasonal theatrical locales. details from Iowa Central agents.
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