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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1914
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR shows a chaotic notice about journal agencies and subscriptions. It mentions Moe Journel and various city names, publishers, daily and weekly journals, prices, and distribution by carriers. The snippet references Chicago Lorinzen Wood and Lorenzia Wood firms, with scattered address-like lines and subscription options, in a late 19th or early 20th century newspaper context.
Fragmented OCR text lists department numbers and office contacts including publishers editors and room labels. The readable items include a request to call numbers 20 or 37 for the business office and scattered names and roles without coherent context or events.
The article notes the failed Hobann prohibition amendment vote in Congress, calling the result expected and the broader struggle over national prohibition. It highlights cross party support for anti saloon sentiment and laments the Second Iowa district's opposition, framing the looming path to constitutional prohibition as distant and contested.
A newspaper column attacks Congressman Vollmer over liquor policy, mocking his stance and citing a blasphemous wedding rumor about Jesus turning water into wine. The piece argues national prohibition remains the issue, questions Vollmer’s integrity, and laments his loss in the last election.
Marjorie ends engagement after a stormy scene with Mr Willart Dunning then shifts to holiday preparations. She orders gifts for friends, calls Brown Co. to cancel a book order, and contemplates her strained romance while managing festive duties.
A compact column recalling decades past in Muscatine with items from forty to fifty years ago. Mentions Mary Gordon's marriage to J P Cavert in Duluth Minnesota and Mrs A Dungmore's fall with injuries but no bone break. Also notes Roy Walters closing a ten year meeting, shifts in Davenport car shops, and local social updates.
In a mist of pride and misread signals Marjorie grapples with Billy’s stubborn refusal to apologize. A Christmas reveal shifts the mood as Billy arrives bearing Romeo and Juliet, hinting his contrition masks a deeper affection. The pair reconnect as holiday bells echo, easing tension and deepening their bond.
Mrs O A Bahns went to Muscatine to see her aunt Mrs George N Frenzel in Hershey hospital. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Miller at Ainsworth on Sunday December 20. Mrs E Bowman visited Letts to see Gl Walter Thompson who has pneumonia. Mrs Morence Smith and daughter visited at Mrs Smith's cousin Wm Singleton's home and returned to Iowa City. Edna and Marjory Smith of Lineville visited Singleton home and accompanied them home. My and Mrs McRoberts rejoice over a daughter Rebecca Irene born Monday December List. Mrs Frank Bowdre and sons FF E and Garry of Shenandoah visit daughter Mrs E H Diamond. Mrs L A Bradley of Letts visiting Columbus City relatives returned home. Mr and Mrs 38 B Rabenu id visited Muscatine Monday. Mrs Alice Brown was a Fredonia Monday. Men braved snow to Columbus City for the men's meeting at 3 o'clock led by C Dawson with ninety eight in attendance. Mrs A L With of Muscatine came to spend Christmas with daughter Mrs Z H Bierman. Miss Anita Richards of Cotter mentioned.
A 1914 testimonial from Mrs James Moyer of Custer Michigan describes an infant in the care of R. PD who suffered eighteen months with severe eczema. After trying remedies with no relief, six cakes of Cuticura Soap and two cuts of Cuticura Ointment allegedly cured the child. The notice promotes Cuticura products and offers a Skin Book free upon request.
A weary mother leads her children through a crowded shop as a stern reminder that fashion cannot redeem character. The piece argues that no amount of money buys true style unless it is accompanied by inner virtue.
Monday visitors included Mrs. Minerva Miller and John Rabb of Cone and Frank Morgan returning from Marshalltown to visit family. Miss Jane Shearer came back from Burlingame, St. Paul visitor Gusick at St Paul. R F Ducaham and family noted. Jfowsha Rebecca lodge officers named for the year. Mrs. Whitney, mother of W S Hard, died at her daughter's home Sunday. Remains to Muscatine for interment. Burlington visitors Mr. and Mrs. J. Fred Shoore. Melinda Spafford died at Mt. Pleasant home of her daughter Mrs Oy Duncan. Funeral Wednesday at Mt. Pleasant with burial at Columbus City.
A large tree fell on Harvey Crow while he worked, injuring his limb and tearing ligaments. The community reports the accident as very unfortunate during the holiday season and Crow is expected to be disabled for some time. Local notices mention a birthday surprise for Mrs Russell Mellinger, the death of Mrs Dan Graham, a wolf hunt by hunters and farmers, and several town people involved in travel, business, and social events.
Articles of Incorporation for the Iowa Operating Co list the name, principal place Muscatine Iowa, object to own manage operate hotels and related property, and outline stock capital at fifty thousand dollars with shares of one hundred dollars each. It sets officers and directors, voting, meetings, and amendment rules, dated March 20 1914 in Peoria Illinois with notary acknowledgment.
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