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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1906
Page
5
Secretary Shaw will not, etc. statements continue from page one, outlining a political or administrative reply or stance, with implied positions and procedural context. The continuation suggests ongoing remarks or rebuttal addressing governance matters and public interest.
The commission voted unanimously on a report that omits a defense argument by insurance men. F. F. Jones of Montgomery County aligned with N. E. Kendall to urge a change in the report’s form. Governor Cummins was not dictating to the body as sensational stories claimed. each member can think for himself.
Advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease. Claims internal use affects blood and mucous surfaces to destroy the disease's foundation and strengthen the constitution. Offers $100 if any case fails to cure, invites testimonials, lists address in Toledo, Ohio. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Wilson H. Fairbank state exposition commissioner sues District Attorney John B. Moran and James N. Perkins for 50000 dollars each alleging campaign speech slander accusing him of theft and forgery. Exoneration of Fairbank on misconduct charges noted after executive council meeting.
A St Paul letter threatens Governor John A Johnson with assassination by the Black Hand. The missive names thirteen Italians alleged to be in the band, claims Calabria natives came to Utica New York, and says members now operate among St Paul laborers demanding payments.
Evangelist W A Sunday of Chicago stayed an extra day in Kewanee Illinois as hundreds pressed requests. He preached a farewell sermon amid a revival claiming record conversions in the United States with 25 more converts bringing the total to 618. A free will offering raised in one day reached 5300 dollars from local donors.
An advertorial promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as a cure for constipation and biliousness. The ad notes a 25 cent price and lists Hav ercamp's Prescription Drug Store as the supplier.
The Holsten murder trial resumes with jury selection under heavy guard. A special venire of 20 and later panels of 15 and 10 are used as peremptory challenges deplete. Insanity as a defense dominates juror questioning while defendant Holsten sits listless, watched by his son William as cross examination proceeds.
A Washwoman credits Grape-Nuts with curing years of stomach and bowel distress caused by excess starch and fat. She describes two weeks to improvement and two months to full recovery, enabling her and family to eat freely. The ad cites Postum Co. and references The Road to Wellsville.
Fairfield Iowa December 4 Michael Shondel sues Walter Davidson for $1000 claiming Davidson alienated his wife Kitty’s affections. He alleges the men shared briby rides and attended a theatre in Fairfield while posing as spouses. Shondel cites gifts including millinery jewelry and flowers.
An advertisement for Dr King s New Discovery for coughs lung trouble and chest complaints notes pricing 5c and 1 00 and cites Havercamp s Prescription Drug Store as the supplier.
The Fires of St. John by Herman Sudermann screens at the Grand tonight with Miss Ethel Fuller in the leading dramatic role. The Prussian drama centers on a child’s fate within a wealthy family and a gypsy’s harsh past, showcasing Sudermann’s powerful storytelling.
The Real Widow Brown company performs at the Grand with a lively farce about a man impersonating a charming widow. A bright young woman and two lovestricken couples drive the mistaken-identity antics while A Q Scammon directs a lineup of favorite performers and new costumes.
Advertised testimonials from patients and doctors claim Wheeler's Nerve Vitalizer cures nervous prostration and other nervous diseases. Dr DeNike is cited praising its effectiveness while Dr A R Smith notes it aids sleep. Sold at $1 per bottle by J W Brant Co Albion Mich.
Frank Wylie and Constable Stephen Atcams fought off trespassers on a farm near Moline. In the raid twelve poachers without state licenses were arrested and fined from 30 to 50 dollars each. A pitched battle preceded arrests with shotguns used by both sides.
An advertisement promises saving 100 to 300 to furnish rooms repaint or repair a house or barn or build an addition. It claims to buy a piano or fund a year of college, and offers a pamphlet on scientific combustion from McQuesten & Sawyer Co.
Eugene Gazell a former night captain on the local police force suffered a paralysis stroke near Lettsville. He was brought to Bellevue Hospital by the Firefly and remains under physician care with one side notably weakened. Doctors fear only potential further complications and monitor his condition closely.
Auls funeral was conducted at 2 PM at the German Lutheran church with a private 1 PM family service at the South Muscatine home. Rev Meier led both services and interment followed in Greenwood cemetery with pallbearers Herman Liebbe Christ Heuer Henry Sheetz Carl Radloff M Knoechlein and William Dittman.
The funeral for Mrs Julius Schmidt was held at 11 this morning from her Pine street residence. It was private with only immediate relatives and friends in attendance. Rev W P Stoddard of First M B church officiated and Greenwood Cemetery was the burial site. pallbearers were Drew Davidson Will Jayne Ed Fishburn Charles Lindner Charles Grade and A W Mongan.
The board of supervisors finished work at the courthouse this forenoon and went to inspect the county farm this afternoon. The session will adjourn until next month after the farm inspection. Only routine business appeared, aside from the trip.
The Wabash Railroad offers homeseekers excursion tickets from Chicago to principal Texas points at $25 for the round trip. Prospective travelers should state their objective point to receive printed itineraries with times and details. F. H. Tristram A. G. P. A. 97 Adams Street Chicago.
The German Mechanics' Aid society will hold a regular meeting Wednesday evening with the election of officers on the agenda. All members are requested to be present.
J. G. Barger of 320 Mulberry offers fresh oysters and home made canned goods in a small local ad style notice.
N P Hill of Burlington arrived on the Firefly and will visit with friends for a short time.
Mrs. R. M. Duncan and Mrs. G. N. Duncan of Columbus Junction were in the city today shopping and calling on friends.
The Holiday Goods are here and you have much better opportunity for careful selection now than days just before Christmas.
Handsome fur scarfs and muffs offered in multiple prices. Misses setts listed from affordable to premium ranges. White scarfs for children priced at fifty cents to one dollar.
Big price reductions on ladies coats ranging from six to twenty dollars and children coats from one to ten dollars. The sale features multiple price points including six to twenty dollar ladies coats and one to ten dollar children's coats.
New silk petticoats are now in stock with each piece priced at six dollars.
The display features a broad range of Christmas handkerchiefs priced from 5d to 50d with multiple sizes and patterns. Prices include 5e 10e 1e 25e 35e 50e and more as shoppers browse crafts and seasonal textiles.
A large selection of purses for holiday shoppers is offered with prices from 25c to 50c and up to 3.50 dollars. The ad highlights attractive styles and affordable options for Xmas gift buyers.
Advertises ladies kid gloves in three price points a pair at 1.00 1.95 and 1.50 also ladies and children's golf gloves priced at 25 cents and 50 cents per pair.
Readable ad notes plaid silk waist patterns for gifts. Prices shown: per yard 1.00 guaranteed, 1.25 and 1.50.
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