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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1903
Page
7
Advert says Liquozone kills germs with liquid oxygen and offers a free first bottle to prove its claims. It lists numerous diseases said to be cured and urges readers to request the free sample, asserting no obligation.
Sunday visits by McElroy Morris Brockway Kennefick and Thurman noted in Wilton Clinton Muscatine and Davenport scenes. Bayfield teaching assignment for Mary Ryan with other residents traveling and meeting notices from Masons and related orders. Medical ads for Foley's remedy Dean's Ointment Dr Woods syrup and Hedl stitches reported.
The Missouri extradition fight centers on William Zeigler a Muscatine born millionaire and baking powder magnate charged with bribery. His lawyers challenge the indictment claiming it was not signed by the proper prosecutor Frank M Brown. They secured copies of the suspension of Price Stone and Brown’s appointment. Evidence from Montreal deposition questions may influence the Albany hearing.
North of Cordova on the Illinois shore, a riverbank house hid a counterfeiters workshop. The hidden cellar and secret passages enabled them to print money for months until a wary patrol closed the operation, killing three bandits and scattering the rest.
The third in a series of card parties will be held Monday evening December 7 at 5 o clock. Knights and Rathbone Sisters and their families and sweethearts are invited to attend. Per Com.
Mrs and Mrs W S Hill receive a newspaper account detailing Butler Pa typhoid fever outbreak with 1186 cases and 33 deaths. Diphtheria and scarlet fever cases, quarantine, aid for 200 families, 2500 dollars issued, 100 nurses employed, two hospitals opened, weekly costs 5000 dollars. A six week to three month struggle is planned with a fund of at least 50000 dollars, possibly double, to be raised by voluntary contributions.
D. H. McCosh of Mt. Morris Illinois has signed to lead the Fifty fourth regimental band in Ottumwa starting January 1. He succeeds Prof. J. B. Kindig of Keokuk whose resignation was accepted Friday as he cannot devote needed time to the local musicians. McCosh will move to Ottumwa January 1.
The Concord, Hancock County post office has been discontinued and mail service redirected to Garner. Residents will use Garner ZIP facilities and carriers for deliveries and pickups.
The Marshalltown Water company let the contract for a deep well totaling 17200 dollars. The award named the selected bidder and established project scope and funding level.
Chas H Burd treasurer of Clarke county dies in Colorado Springs after a long illness of consumption. He had served the county in a financial capacity for many years and was widely known for his integrity and public service.
Oriental beauties favor bronzed outdoor skin and avoid sallow tones. Coffee tinge harms appearance, so readers are urged to switch to Mocon Cereal Coffee. The ad touts Mocon as delicious, strong, and healthful, claiming it makes people sunny, clear-skinned, and well.
A circulating rumor claims Emmetsburg will start a fourth newspaper led by a woman as editor, signaling a shift in local media leadership and newsroom roles.
A scheming advert promises a foolproof cure for drunkenness through White Ribbon Remedy hidden in coffee or food. It claims permanent results, odorless and tasteless formula, and endorsement by the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. Sold in drug stores with trial offers and a Boston address for orders. Special agent in Muscatine, Iowa.
A derelict riverside house near the old ford has stood vacant for decades, its cellar once used for illicit money making now silent as time erodes the structure and surrounding grounds.
Cough remedies other than Foley's Honey and Tar may contain opiates causing constipation and risk, especially for children. Foley's Honey and Tar contains no opiates, is safe, and will not constipate. At Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
Council Bluffs eyes a watch factory project offering employment for 800 to 3000 workers. City officials assess site potential, economic impact, and investment incentives to lure the plant.
The residence of John Blattner of Des Moines was partially destroyed by fire causing an estimated loss of $2,000. Fire officials investigated the scene for cause and origin.
Keokuk issued twenty six marriage licenses in November and one hundred fifty five since January 1, reflecting ongoing local nuptial activity. The report lists counts for the month and year to date.
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