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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1909
Page
14
A 100-year-old grandmother credits Peruna with maintaining her health and longevity. She describes severe grippe two years prior, avoided doctors, and continues taking Peruna nightly. The ad touts Peruna as an ideal tonic for the elderly and explains its mucous membrane cleansing effect.
The Iowa Small Grain Growers association announces its first annual contest at Iowa State College in Ames from January 3 to 15, 1910, concurrent with the short course. Prizes total numerous cash awards and equipment, with premiums for corn also offered. Contests are open to state youths, and correspondents are invited to apply for details.
S100 reward offered by F. J. Cheney & Co for any case Hall's Catarrh Cure fails to cure. Claims to cure catarrh as a constitutional disease with internal use, affecting blood and mucous surfaces. Advertises testimonials and availability through druggists at 75 cents. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Two health talks are planned at the Young Men's Christian Association tomorrow. Dr. Winfield S. Hall of Chicago will present lectures on youth health and the man’s problem. He is a Northwestern University physiology professor and noted author.
An Ohio or Indiana home remedy by Mrs. M Summers offers free instructions to mothers and adults using a non punitive treatment for bed wetting and daytime urinary difficulty. The notice urges writing for the home treatment without sending money.
Advert says the preparation ensures abundant, healthy blood and freedom from disease. It claims cures for scrofula eczema rheumatism and catarrh and promotes use of liquid or Sarsatabs chocolate tablets.
Rock Island depot buzzes daily as crowds from surrounding towns pack the waiting room. Trains bring in shoppers with bundles and tired smiles, signaling seasonal rush. The Western line coach and engine train, new to the schedule, draws 25 to 30 travelers each day.
James Henrietta admitted guilt in Judge Howe's court to offering diseased beef for sale after ordering a diseased cow killed. He claimed no real breach occurred, but chose a guilty plea as the cheaper path. Judge Howe fined $10 plus costs, paid after the city health board action sparked the case.
Guaranteed to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days or money back. Subtly promises relief with a 50e price claim.
The Iola Palefaces held their annual meeting at Mrs. Frank Rehmel's home 603 West Fifth street. Officers chosen for the coming year include President Mrs. P. D. Sowers Vice President Mrs. Augusta Stark Secretary Mrs. Lyda Young and Treasurer Mrs. Nora Rankin. A purchasing committee of Mrs. Hattie Frazier Mrs. Emil Kranz and Mrs. Frank Rehmel was named. The next session will be December 1 at Mrs. Jacob Whistler's home on East Seventh street.
For indigestion and stomach trouble take Foley's Urine Laxative as it stimulates the stomach and liver, regulates the bowels, and will positively cure habitual constipation. Testimonial from W. W. Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee and A. W. Morgan, a druggist, tout its practicality and thorough remedy.
Dr W P Behan of the Chicago YMCA training school spoke at a Muscatine Y M C A luncheon to area students from Muscatine High and local commercial schools. He stressed the benefits of association work and planned a Query club to bring speakers and help students choose vocations. A committee led by Hahn Wolf Fill ett and Schenck Jr will arrange the next event.
The County Farmers Institute met in West Liberty Iowa to present a varied program. Notable speakers include Prof. C. F. Curtiss Ames on agricultural college offers to young men and Miss Edith Charlton on modern cooking methods.
A late report from Wilton Iowa describes a deadly house fire on a winter morning. Fire crews found one resident dead amid extensive damage while investigators sought the cause and whether any others were trapped.
Names of residents visiting relatives and attending events appear throughout. Mrs Henry Stutzer hosts visitors including Mmes Neibert and Edwards who return to Davenport. Mrs William Myers travels to Muscatine to visit Dr Grant Myers. A Rock Island chorus visits and meets with local members for business and refreshments. Various residents including John Welch Leonard Friederichsen Will Turner Hilbert Johnson and George Hoskins attend errands or travel for chores and meetings.
Hoskins of Moline visited in the city on Thursday. Mrs. Patrick Moylan returned home after visiting her daughter Mrs. Henry Smith in Atalissa. Mrs. George Winn of Muscatine attended the funeral of George Moore.
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