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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1913
Page
2
Switch Engine No 1802 figures in a strange lower yards accident as its pilot struck a turntable beam and the track was thrown out of line, sending the large engine into the pit. Fireman William Royster and engineer Eugene Nelson were on the engine.
An old fashioned remedy claims Sage and Sulphur can restore natural hair color. Modern buyers can purchase Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy at drug stores, applied with a sponge to darken gray hair by morning with repeated use.
A steam derrick arrived from Slms shops and was set on the track to replace an injured turntable. The turntable injury was quickly repaired, allowing repairs to proceed.
The court aims to clean up the November docket by the end of the coming week under Judge William Theophilus. Assignments will push jury cases to mid next week, with no jury likely after that. Through urging, cases on the docket move to trial, and compromises may be arranged before term end. Jurors wish to be dismissed, and efforts to clear the docket are appreciated. No jury has yet reached deliberation, though fifteen cases were listed for trial.
County agent Kirkpatrick announced an Ames College led gathering to be held at the Conesville opera house Thursday of next week. Professors C. L. Fitch and A. T. Erwin will lecture on crop rotation irrigation and home planning with discussions by three farmers and Q A from attendees.
Local rail traffic on Roth Ivan and Milwaukee routes improved after a light Fall. Summer volumes were strong, Fall dipped year over year, but recent 80 through trips indicate livelier business. Pre–Christmas tickets to California markets expected to rise again.
An advertisement promotes a lemon grape juice remedy described as Jad Alta to flush clogged kidneys and ease back pain by reducing uric acid from meat. It claims to restore kidney activity, ease bladder irritation, and prevent kidney disease, urging daily intake before breakfast.
In New Boston Michigan on December 4 a inquest into the fatal quarrel between Chris Gauger and W A Brown returned a verdict that Gauger died at W A Brown's lands from a blow to the head with a club. Brown was reportedly before the grand jury at Aledo yesterday afternoon.
The German American Bank was appointed executor of Albert G Cayot's will admitted to probate. The entire estate was bequeathed to the widow and daughter. Stuve and Louise Lloyd asked the court to appoint N Rosenberger administrator of Myrtle Wilson's estate, who was killed about a year ago.
A home remedy blends granulated sugar with warm water and a pint of Divexitt or similar pine extract. Pinex and sugar syrup relax inflamed membranes, soothe coughs, and may aid appetite. the mix is said to be the most effective pine-based cough remedy, with a money back guarantee.
The text notes a large share of tickets being sold to Florida destinations for winter travel, reducing California trips. It suggests the public prefers Florida unless interest remains for California during the year of the Fair. The reference points to 1915.
At a mass socialist meeting, two aldermen were instructed to vote for the Fox property at the Hay Market site. Votes favored East End over Collins Launder Yard, with a five to three tilt likely if the socialist ballot aligns. Alderman Lee Rainbow touted a municipal market plan to sell farm products directly to consumers, noting examples in Des Moines and Dubuque. A drug ad promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar for croup and coughs without opiates.
The German Mechanics' Aid society elected officers at Turner Hall last evening. President William Wendlandt and Vice President G Maeglin led a slate that also elected Secretary H Grensing Assistant Secretary Frank Wends andt, and finance chair Frank Chayka with duty on the banner and flag bearer William Paj following the gathering. A New Year's Eve dance at Turner Hall was proposed as an additional event.
Night policemen on duty were entertained at a late supper provided by a local business man. Attendees included Night captain Copper Patrol men Binhush Walhite Burke and Degk Sergeant Peck with other on shift officers.
The Muscatine Chamber of Commerce session reviewed a factory proposition to close soon and endorsed a $14,000 entertainment pledge plan. It set a policy favoring industrial ventures, delayed 1914 regatta action, and proposed a uniform downtown boulevard system.
Bloomington Grange to hold its annual meeting in the evening with arrangements prepared for the gathering. The notice emphasizes the member gathering and organizational proceedings to be conducted.
Tonight the Washington Grange holds its annual meeting to elect officers and address important business. A recent box supper raised 3.05 with the Cox highest at 6.65. An advertisement promotes Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for children and adults, noting it contains no opium.
Bankers Reserve members reelect W A Appel as president for the eighth consecutive year. Plans were laid for the fifth annual ball on January 1 under the drill team, with E P Kent as dance committee chairman. Armory hall will host Chase's orchestra. Officers to be installed January 7 by R D Taylor at Cedar Rapids.
Assistant District Attorney John K. Clark traveled to Albany to gather evidence for a presentation to the special grand jury convened in Whitman’s investigation of state highway graft and political contributions. The evidence will supplement testimony from the John Doe inquiry, with two indictments anticipated. An army of grandpony left New York today in search
District attorney aims to have hundreds of contractors present as campaign contribution pressure is discussed. The note references about 300,000 workers reportedly compelled to donate, highlighting the scale of the issue and potential witnesses for the resumed hearings.
To Clara E. Miller you are notified of a petition filed in the District Court of Muscatine County Iowa by Fred Miller seeking an absolute divorce and restoration of status of unmarried person unless you appear and defend by noon of the second day of the next term beginning January 4 1914. Attorneys Abdreon D Vo and R Jackson represent the plaintiff.
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