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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1911
Page
8
Am-Or-O0 is advertised as a restorative tonic for all ages from infancy to senility. It claims to boost leucocyte activity, aid cellular resistance to bacteria, and restore organic integrity even in cancers or phthisis. The tablet form is flavored, with directions to take before meals and at bedtime, courtesy of AL W. Morgan Rexall Store.
Local items report constant activity at the County Pair with entertainment and events. Updates note Mrs. Baker nursing a rib fracture after a fall, and Cal Haton undergoing an operation at Bellevue hospital. A divorce petition by John M. Dicket against Mary Dicket is filed in district court. The Civic Association plans a Red Cross stamp sale at the public library and a hotel project to be considered by businessmen in Ottumwa. Washington Chapter to meet December 6 for Masonic degree work.
Wilton high school and Muscatine high school may meet in a scholastic packetball championship Friday evening negotiations between principals indicated a possible scheduled contest. Other teams have declined to arrange games this year delaying a full schedule into spring.
The funeral of Miss Lucy May Lip pelcoes was held at Greenwood Chapel. Pastor Ry McCorkel led a brief private service this afternoon at 2180 o'clock with pallbearers Walter Pollock Glinton Wills Harry Long Glen Pollock Walter Herwig and a G Heeman.
H C Haney served a writ of replevin today to remove a harness from a team at the New Era Coal Yards. The harness claimed by Puritan Tea Co. had been smeared by John Richley of South Muscatine. An officer unlisted the team and the owner was found lounging, unhaltered, in the lot.
Misses Gladys Johnson Agnes Duffy Carrie Greisendrock and Dara Quandt were found guilty before Tudge Carl and fined 91.00 plus costs. The case alleged interference with a worker delivering buttons to a local factory affected by the button workers strike.
Mrs. Roy Gatton appears in juvenile court as the case of her children is taken up. The youngsters were found in an neglected state yesterday and the court is expected to decide a disposition to ensure better care for them.
The piece advertises Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle bowel remedy for children and adults. It claims quick morning relief, reduced need for other laxatives, and lists testimonials from Mrs. Mary J. Paddock and Mrs. H. Scovill. A free sample offer is included with address details for Dr. W. B. Caldwell.
Members of the Mothora club gathered at Mrs. Ly n Grigaby’s home on Iowa avenue and West Eighth Street for an afternoon program. Hon. S. Warner delivered a lengthy talk on Can the High Ideals of Government Be Realized by Modern Statecraft. The meeting included readings by Mrs. G. B. Samuels, piano by Mrs. Hriam Mackenzin, and a vocal by Miss Telal Stinsen. Next gathering set for December 18 at Mrs. J. J. Wayercamp’s home.
The Epworth League of the First Methodist Episcopal church hosts a county fair style evening in the Marshoy building. Forty to fifty league members perform in clown garb with stunts while stalls offer home baking, refreshments, and various amusements. Josiah and Samantha attend as guests. the fair closes Wednesday evening.
The article lists officers for various clubs including Vice President Mrs W H Grate Bearstory Mrs George Lowe Treasurer Mrs John Havercamp and an executive committee with names like Mrs E G Magoon Mrs Joseph Havercamp and others. It notes a treasury balance of 29.35, recent entertainments purchased, and a schedule shift to the first Tuesday after noon for monthly meetings. Multiple meetings are described with hostesses and venues, upcoming elections, and Christmas crafts sessions.
A joint session of Muscatine and Louisa County supervisors met to review routine business. The group toured the county farm to inspect a new lighting system as part of the morning’s agenda.
A new club organized at the high school by Misses Lewrne Barker and Fannie Hayes in the Latin department. About twenty five juniors and seniors formed the Latin Club, with Robert Halin elected president, Mica Ethel Morgan as vice president, Charles Faker as secretary, Barry Anson as treasurer, and Clarence Schoemaker as sergeant at arms.
Reputed featherweight boxing great Donnelly visits Muscatine today in a tribute to his past as the original prize ring star. Once undefeated in the early 1890s bare-knuckle era, he recalls gloves' protection and shows knuckle scars. He remains engaged with boxing, sharing views with prominent sport writers. M. Henle departs Cedar Rapids for business matters.
Supporters of Senator La Follette converge in Milwaukee for a Wisconsin Progressive League conference to decide primary endorsements and delegates to the Republican National Convention. Gov McGovern is tipped to chair the rally with speakers including George L. Record and Prof. Charles Merriam. Walter Houger attends as La Follette bureau head.
Kansas City court of appeals reversed a lower court ruling awarding Mrs Birdie Frank $500 for alienation of her son's affections. The court acknowledged a natural parental interest and allowed interference when aimed at the child's welfare, affirming the mother-in-law's legal sanction to intervene.
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude through the Murcatine Journal to relatives and neighbors for aid during the sickness and death of Leta Flor ance Darting. Police court notes describe Mina Ann Pierce of Des Moines accused of speeding and arrest by motorcycle officers, with a stated speed of 45 mph and a talk with Captain Freewick.
In New York, det. A charged crowd of about 300 women, survivors of the Triangle Waist fire, attacked Isaac (Ismac) Jarvis and Max Blanck, proprietors of the waist company, as they appeared in court for manslaughter accusations. Police reserves were called, the defendants were escorted under protection, and the session proceeded with witnesses.
The Omaha Grain Exchange charged the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway with unlawful discrimination against Omaha South Omaha and Council Bluffs shippers in grain freight rates. They claim Minneapolis millers receive more favorable pricing for South Dakota and Iowa routes despite shorter hauls to Omaha.
Berlin reports that the Moroccan question featured in the Reichstag's final session. Chancellor Van Vohrwaard? spoke calmly outlining Germany's stance amid Anglo German relations, stressing the issue's impact on future policy.
Attention Degree Staff All members of the degree state together with other Miriam Rebekah lodge members will meet at the LO F ball Wednesday evening at 7 30 o clock Per order Noble Grand.
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