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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1916
Page
5
In a late November dispatch from Amsterdam a correspondent recalls a perilous sea crossing on the Prins Hendrik and the Koningin Wilhelmina that survived storms. The writer reflects on calm seas, lingering danger, and a restrained mood amid war, noting Dutch farmer prosperity, farm mortgages, and rising rural cooperation, with observations on youth smoking and potential punitive measures.
Waterbury may vaccinate the entire town to halt a smallpox outbreak, says Dr John T Usek, secretary of the state board of health. About 164 cases reported. health officials warn mass vaccination could be necessary if spread continues, noting the disease remains mild but contagious.
In Davenport a man identified as Freeman was fined 500 dollars and jailed five months for violating a permanent injunction restraining sale of intoxicants. He was bound over to the grand jury on two counts and later held after a raid found whiskey and beer at his Davenport corner business.
Worn out shopping prompts a push by Soni to Magnus as the pair discuss buying plans and fatigue from recent purchases. Details focus on shopper fatigue and potential decision shifts between the two individuals with limited context.
Local social scene reports arrivals and visits, with multiple residents returning home from Chicago and Davenport. Announcements note the birth of Mina Marie Kimberly at Ghanasa, Kin e gut, details of visitors including Mrs. Fountain Hurboxed, Mrs. Webster and others. An upcoming Third Annual Dance of the Mu aletana Union at New Armory is planned for December 20.
State of Jaws Muscatine County notice to Aduling Spratt in a district court petition filed by Samuel W Spratt claiming adultery with unspecified partners. Respondent must appear by noon on March 2 next term. failing which default and judgment will be entered. Hanley and Hanley acting as attorneys.
Rev K J Brann, general missionary of the American Sunday School Union, closed a city visit after a week of talks with fourth to eighth graders. He urged value of study and body care, noting 700 to 900 communities in Iowa lack Sunday schools and plans to organize congregations or times for religious instruction.
A corn bread club in Des Moines advocates substituting corn bread for wheat bread until flour prices drop. About a thousand members pledge to switch, with regular corn bread served at homes. The movement cites price cuts of wheat flour and grocery reactions as support, aiming to reduce overall meal costs.
About sixty members will be admitted this evening at the local Homestead of the Yeoman Lodge. The event marks the largest intake and the second class accepted by the local lodge, following several months of membership drive activity.
Davenport Indiana December incident left Charles Langman a 46 year old Tipton auto dealer with a severely wrenched back and head and face injuries after his car overturned in a collision with a passing vehicle. Driver of the other car fled. Votter escaped uninjured and George Paurmann of Tipton assisted rescue and took Langman to his home.
Congressman John R Thayer longtime Democrat leader in New England died today after a general breakdown. He was 71 and had been prominent in politics for fifty years.
A reader writes of using Chamberlains Cough Remedy for years to cure colds hoarseness and coughs and says it always provides prompt relief. The testimonial urges others to try the medicine and has led to recommendations among friends.
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