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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1908
Page
4
Say boys buy candy at the Candy Kitchen and Slaughter’s 114 E. 2nd with fancy Xmas boxes. J E Stevenson advertises fire insurance and first mortgage farm loans at 209 Iowa Ave and urges calling for rates. Birth announced for William Goetzman’s family. Y M C A board meets next Monday. Baptist ladies hold an all day sewing event before holidays.
The remains of Lydia Underwood aged 69 will be brought from Peoria to Muscatine for burial after dying of pneumonia in Peoria Illinois. Funeral services are set for tomorrow at 2 PM from the home of her niece Mrs Cora Reynolds 1113 West Ninth street with interment in Greenwood Cemetery. She lived in Muscatine ten years before moving to Illinois. Survivors include two half sisters Mrs Lamberts and Mrs N Murdock near Illinois City.
The Huttig Manufacturing plant will close on December 23 and stay shut for about ten days for an annual invoice and machinery overhaul.
Fairbank's engines power Red Tackett pumps and 17 S separators at Frank Asterraft's on Fast 2nd Street. The item listing highlights equipment for sale and the sellers involved in the local market.
H J Blessing files suit against W G Block Company claiming 197 dollars for wagon rental after alleged reuse of a wagon left along the riverfront. Plaintiff seeks 50 cents per day for over a year as evidence and witnesses are being examined. The case names C A W Kent and J R Hanley as attorneys with German Noll and others serving on the jury. Also reported are divorce developments: Katie Wagner granted divorce from James Wagner after trial. Henry Funck seeks separation from Edna M Funck with marriage date listed as March 9 1905.
The junior and intermediate YMCA departments show strong interest in Bible study this year. The John Wolfe organized class has over thirty members and is expanding quickly with Saturday morning sessions.
Rev J C H Light pastor of United Brethren church delivered an engaging talk at the McKee and Bliven button plant during a noon service attended by about ninety men who greatly enjoyed the discourse.
The funeral for Gustav Kolmerer was conducted this afternoon at 2:30 from his daughter Mrs. Christ Reinsager's home at 815 East Fifth Street. Rev J C H Light of the U B church officiated with pallbearers Walter Garmer Fred Reinsager Robert Toyne Gus Reinsager Clayton Vanatta and Frank Keyes. Interment followed at Greenwood cemetery.
A six month study under Inland Waterways Commission head Theodore E. Burton shows vast savings from improved water use. It details rainfall as the fresh water source, current low use rates, flood losses, soil erosion, and the economic case for expanding navigation, power, irrigation, and drainage to boost interstate commerce and reduce waste.
J G Gay mayor of Conesville Iowa pleaded guilty before J C Coster to unlawful fishing with a fish seine from Cone Lake waters. He was sentenced to five days in county jail and costs totaling 28 dollars. State Deputy Game Warden Green made the arrest.
The Tribune reports that its Washington correspondent examined Panama canal case papers and found no evidence of government officials knowing stock ownership or legitimate American interest in the property. The President's aim to secure the canal is affirmed by the documents.
Traveling peddler Joe Martin was arrested this afternoon by Deputy Chief Wilhite for peddling without a license and jailed. He paid the usual price for privilege and was released. his wares were cuff and collar buttons of uncertain quality.
Christian Volunteers of Muscatine plan a free Christmas dinner for poor children. Donations are welcome to support the effort led by Commander Sophia Wright, who can be contacted at 612 East Sixth Street.
Adrian Smith falls ill in Wapello as others travel to Des Moines and Burlington. Hyde Paper Works in Pueblo burns. Verne and Fred Hyde, former Wapello residents, are named owners. Mrs. Duncan visits Des Moines. funeral for Sarah A. Whitcomb draws E. F. Christie from Grandview. George Jamison dies. local social at E. L. Davison’s honors Mrs. E L Davison of Wichita. A. M. Taylor Post elects W. C. Saunders as commander for 15th year. officers to install January 13, 1909. Mrs. Christie attends funeral preparations for grandmother.
Lorente a noted historiographer of the inquisition served at the Paris morgue guarding corpses for nights to earn a living and died from prolonged starvation after a brilliant but unfortunate career.
A satirical exchange cites Dr Thudleigh delivering his wife’s first husband’s funeral sermon. The quip notes his alleged emphasis that the deceased has gone to a more delightful place, reflecting on religious views in a literary aside.
RuWena enjoys improved bread results using Medal Flour, noting better texture and crust. The piece highlights flour quality and its influence on homemade loaves.
H. E. Kistle of LeMars Iowa arrives to oversee ferreting the tax books for Muscatine city and county under Judge Ben McCoy. He began work at noon and cannot estimate duration as no taxable property report will be issued until completion.
The Young People's union of Park Avenue M E church completes its first monthly social program. Tomorrow evening at Rev H M Strong's home the event features piano and violin solos, a dialogue by three Shepards, a song, a recitation, and refreshments.
The Baptist church Men's Club will prepare and serve an oyster supper next Tuesday evening at the church parlors. The event is organized by the men and the public is invited to attend.
Regular convocation of Washing ton Chapter No. 4, R. A. M., Friday evening, Dec. 11, 1908, at 7 30. Immediately after, Webb Council No. 18 will convene in regular assembly to elect officers for the coming year. Per order H P and T I M.
Mrs Rinehardt of West Fifth street entertained the Royal Neighbors Aid Society yesterday afternoon. Attendees sewed together and enjoyed refreshments. Mrs Rinehardt received a set of chinaware as a remembrance.
The Highland Noble Sewing Circle held a sewing bee yesterday afternoon at Mrs. Anna Jones home 100 Hershey Avenue. The next meeting will be at Mrs. John Ahlfs 710 West Seventh Street.
The Col. Hare Circle Ladies of the G A R will meet tomorrow at 7 30 p m at the G A R hall. The election of officers is the major item on the agenda and a large attendance is hoped for.
The Yeo men schedule a regular meeting for tomorrow evening to elect officers for the coming year. A large attendance is anticipated as members gather to set leadership and plans.
The Major John Buttons Club will meet with Mrs. Sarah Feichoff at 106 West Sixth Street on Friday evening.
The Homesteaders Industrial will meet with Mrs. Theodore Wieter at 414 West Fourth Street tomorrow afternoon.
In Fruitland Ja Miss Maude Butcher was surprised at her home on Saturday night for her 13th birthday. The gathering included Frances Shoultz Minnie Shoultz Clara Seright Elsie Kemp Ella Pape Bessie Pape Anna Kreiger Martha Cross Florence Krabell and Maude Butcher. Attendees also included Harold Butcher Willie Shoultz Clyde Kemp Earl Seright Emmet Holliday Lester Homer Kra bell and Fred Glen Harold.
Bilkins suggests hiring Scribbler for office work to cover funds shortfall. Boomer dismisses the idea, arguing a failed novelist lacks imagination for any auctioneering business.
Your name and address will appear in the next issue of the Illustrated Post Card Exchange. Hundreds seek to exchange cards. Four embossed floral post cards with your name tinseled on each and a copy of Exchange for 10c. Storm Lake, Iowa.
Coffey County farms offered by Lane and Kent of Burlington Kansas. Listings include many sizes priced from 25 to 50 dollars per acre with a request for readers to write for a full list and map.
An advertisement offers choosing a tint from flesh, white, pink, brunette, Latin skin powders priced at 25 cents. Contains brief product guidance and price point.
In a late night restaurant at 1 39 a m a diner recalls ordering corned beef and cabbage but receives nothing while companions are served. The waiter questions the order and grows more aggressive as the scene unfolds in a Bohemian Magazine excerpt.
The London Mail notes elephants have strong memories and argues that other jungle beasts show notable recall. It cites captive tigers recognizing kindness after months and lions in gardens fearing native hunters from their early homes.
A humorous Punch-like exchange notes a worker in a powder factory who jokes that his hazardous occupation draws little concern from people, quipping that he rarely encounters automobiles on his commute.
A dialogue fragment contrasts trust in Wiggins with trust in valuables, noting a strong personal endorsement. The Philadelphia Inquirer is cited as the source of the exchange about reliability and worth.
Brown in Detroit Free Press toys with the idea of gambling and asks Reeson Smith why he avoids poker, suggesting a stance against betting and risk. The piece frames a casual debate on gambling ethics and personal choice.
A dispute erupts as one resident complains that the other tore up prized plants last night. The neighbor questions why more planting will continue, urging prevention of a repeat incident.
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