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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1908
Page
6
Zephyr Flour from Muscatine County is praised for high gluten content improving bread quality. The ad claims it yields more loaves than other flours and guarantees satisfaction with a 24 pound free trial, sold through listed dealers.
South Muscatine locals report Rev. P A Johnson of Grinnell Iowa will deliver a stereopticon lecture Saturday December 26 at Mulford Congregational church on The History of Congregationalism in the State of Iowa. Johnson as secretary of the Iowa Congregational Home Missionary society has gathered data and photos promising an instructive discourse.
Extensive winter improvements planned for the Roach and Musser Sash and Door plant include new boilers and engine room work during the annual shutdown. The timing is uncertain but expected to occur during the holiday season with an invoice of stock and overhaul of machinery. The plant is to reopen shortly after repairs. Skating on Muscatine slough thrives as boys clear ice for a rink.
Delayed column notes numerous hometown visits communications and moves. Guests include Elmer Smiths cousin from Davenport and numerous relatives visiting Muscatine Wapello West Liberty and Iowa City. Francis Cushman heads to Washington for the last session of the 60th Congress.
Fredonia Louisiana December 9. Mrs Mary Brown visited Thursday with friends in Muscatine. Mr and Mrs Ed Knott shopped in Muscatine Saturday. George Grasham of Wapello helps Rob Lee shell corn at Lee Mishler's this week. Joe Tally returned to Muscatine Saturday after several weeks here. Mr and Mrs Scott Van Dyke attended to business in Muscatine Friday. Mrs Eva Bedwell visited over Sunday with friends in Letts.
An advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a quick remedy for biliousness malaria and constipation priced at 25 cents sold at Haveream s Prescription Drug Store.
Gus Broders wears a smile after a new arrival on Sunday night. Bohnsack heads to Chicago for the fat stock exposition. Mr. and Mrs. Dittmer host and entertain neighbors and relatives at several gatherings. Multiple family events include birthday parties and visits among residents of Stockton and nearby towns.
Foster Illinois December wedding of Miss Reka A. Keller to Fred A. Frevermuth was held at the bride’s parents home with Rev. Fred W. Carwell officiating. The ceremony took place under a wedding bell in the parlor, chrysanthemums in the decor, white silk dress and roses for the bride, followed by a formal dinner and numerous generous gifts.
Local society updates show Mr. Freyermuth marrying a respected young woman and planning to live on the Freyermuth farm at Pine Bluff. Several residents record weekend visits, school term starts for Ella Foster at Drury's Landing, and upcoming M F E Ladies' Aid lunches with officer elections at Mrs. Morse’s home.
Cedar Rapids residents Mr and Mrs Richard Tramor visit with friends in town Wednesday. Burlington guests Miss Tillie Nesbitt funeral attended in Burlington. Miss June McClurkin returns to Ames from Thanksgiving at home. Several locals visit relatives and attend gatherings across Iowa towns.
Family visits include Mr. and Mrs. Bert Gawithrop from Des Moines and Miss Florence Curran from Hedrick. Births announce a daughter to J. E Boltz and wife and a son to D. J. Cotter and wife. A golden wedding celebration for Mr. and Mrs. Elliott with luncheon and reception is planned. Funeral for Mrs. Ruth Gawthrop conducted by Rev. Schreckengast with burial at Elwood cemetery.
Keota Iowa reports a busy week with announcements of illness and visits, a Methodist quarterly meeting, and a keynote talk by Choyei Konda on Christian education for Japanese women. The town also plans a craft sale to fund his Tokyo return and notes a new harness shop opening, run by Will Hoth in the Marquis building.
In Andalusia Illinois on December 9, the Baptist church outlines an instructive and entertaining Christmas program. Ladies will host a dinner at Mrs. George Spickles home Thursday. Public prayer meetings are well attended with Sunday school at 10 AM and services at 11 AM and 8 PM. Young men are invited to the Bible class.
Thomas Lyons of Lostant Illinois traveled to Muscatine yesterday on a business visit and meeting with local merchants. He was observed in the downtown district during the afternoon hours.
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