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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1908
Page
2
A reader extols Peruna as the best friend they ever had, with mentions of WisiLovel Geno Asien in a home setting. The brief note reflects personal endorsement of the product and a casual, testimonial tone.
RS Florence Aitkens of Toledo writes that Peruna cured her internal catarrh after nine months of illness and pain. She praises the medicine and notes her husband now takes it, as Dr Hartman’s team announces success converting Peruna to tablet form for those who dislike liquids.
Maria Goertz of Orienta Oklahoma narrates how her family used Peruna to treat chronic catarrh and related ailments. She says she, her husband, and children recovered from asthma earache stomach catarrh and throat catarrh and that her weight rose from one hundred to one hundred forty pounds.
Board approves regular bills and boosts Garfield janitor Henry Marx to 37.50 a month. Truant Officer Ogilvie to report monthly. Insurance renewed and repairs ordered in the principal's room. Summary lists various bills with several firms and amounts. sports notes follow with Holzhauer, McCleary, Butcher, Woods scoring and Buckner refereeing.
Several hundred fans attended the gymnasium games as Roach & Musser defeated McKee & Bliven 14 to 6 in the factory league, and the YMCA first team beat the Iowa City Independents 43 to 11. The Iowa City squad relied on teamwork while the locals used long shots and rapid passes. The factory league clash was fast and rugged with notable shots, drawing a large crowd to Muscatine.
Medication ad states Foley's Orino Laxative cures chronic constipation and stimulates the liver. It claims the product regulates bowels to act naturally, reducing need for continuous purgatives. A. W. Morgan, druggist.
Wyoming Lodge No 16 Knights of Pythias held its annual meeting last night electing officers and arranging a joint banquet with the Knights and Pythian Sisters to be held Friday night December 11. A committee including John Reay John Millar and F W McDougal will organize the event.
The Salvation Army will distribute large baskets of edibles clothing and toys to Muscatine families on Christmas or the day before. Ensign Jensen says about 60 outfits were given last year and hopes to do more this year. They seek old clothing and will collect at the Army barracks.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a reliable laxative. It highlights cleansing and gentle action without debility or dosage increases, claims physician approval, and urges purchase of the genuine product by California Fig Syrup Co. and leading druggists.
Camp Hill Sons of Veterans held its annual meeting electing officers for the coming year. Eighteen new members were initiated and plans were made for a January banquet and a membership contest. The camp claims to be the largest in the state. Officers include Commander Howard Warfield and Senior Vice Commander Emmett Huffman.
Guaranteed to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days or money back. Advertising notice states price 50c and refunds. Product promises a quick remedy for hemorrhoids with a stated guarantee.
Ramona Council of the Degree of Pocahontas met last evening for its annual session. Officers were elected, several new members initiated, and a social dance followed. An additional dance is planned for January 1. Officers include Isabella J. Norton and Julia Stolzenau among others.
Advertisement offering 2.5 dollars of special heart treatment and a free Heart Book to afflicted persons. Dr. Franklin Miles claims 28 years of research and lists multiple cured cases after failure by other physicians. Free two pound trial treatment and request for disease description.
Warden Escott William Axtell and Miss Catherine Tamisen are listed in roles, with trustee R. E. Scott serving three years and pianist Miss Elizabeth Pfeiffer named among the group.
The Fraternal Aid association held its annual meeting at the hall last evening electing officers including President Fred W. Lewis Vice President Geo Butz Past President Ed Maxson Secretary E P Day Treasurer Mrs Mary Crouch Medical examiners Doctors Heidelberg Durkee Appel Crow Chaplain Mrs Ed Maxson Guide Mrs O D Munn Observer Mrs Fred Lewis Sentinel Henry Mahe Local Trustee Andrew Schmeer.
The Highland Noble lodge held its annual meeting last evening with major matters discussed and officers elected. Past protector A. W. Scott, Protector George Scholten, Counsellor O. L. Pyeatt, Evangel Mrs. Maud McCord, Secretary Mrs. Elma Scott, and Treasurer Mrs. Frances Will were named to their posts.
West Liberty ia December 5 Mt Calvary Lodge AF and AM elected John McCann W M A H Martin S W C P Worrell J W W S Luse treasurer W H Shipman secretary. Numerous residents visited Davenport Iowa City Muscatine and Durant locations with family and friends.
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