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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1909

Page

3

Muscatine Journal Circulation and Agency Details

The Muscatine Journal reports dominant circulation versus Weber Muscatine papers and rivals, with daily and semi weekly editions, carrier delivery, and 10 cent weekly rates. It lists city agencies, a Chicago and New York office network, and a sworn November 1909 circulation statement totaling 180,170 annual copies with average 6,929.

Sta East HI Hurlbut East 2Nd Street South Muscatine Toborg Bros Oregon Street C. A. Busch's Hershey Avenue Recklergirls Chaykan’s West Hl J. A. Fuller Yan Zyl Grocers New York West 33Rd Street Muscatine Journal Leet Cay Cee Cater Cree F. D. Throop The

Taft Rules Whisky Labels Under Pure Food Act

President Taft has ruled that liquor distilled from grain qualifies as whisky and may be labeled under the pure food act. Straight whisky may be labeled bourbon or rye and aged in wood. rectified redistilled or neutral spirits must be labeled accordingly and may note aging. Blends may be described as a blend of straight whisky made from neutral spirits.

Taft Theodese Roosevelt

Labels and blends rules set by Roosevelt era officials

Under Roosevelt administration guidance from chemist Wiley and Attorney General Bonaparte, only straight whisky could bear the label whisky. Clear standards then defined labeling for grain-distilled liquors as blends or compounds.

Chemist Wiley Agricultural Department Mr. Bonaparte Roosevelt

Treasury Officials Gauge Public Mood On Central Bank

Washington officials discuss informal reactions to the central bank issue as the country weighs its potential impact. The conversations reflect concerns about policy direction and financial stability in the capital on December 28.

Washington, D. C Treasury

Reminiscences of Long Ago Fifty Years Ago

A local paper recaps past events in Oak Grove lore with four vignettes from different eras. The Graham lecture on Women at the Oak Grove Lyceum is praised though attendance was down. Skating on the river near Papoose creek draws interest. Marion Baker becomes Moscow postmaster, replacing S Kesler. Also notes Gus Bierman’s long work streak and first ride on a Davenport trip, plus a ten year ago item about Christmas shoplifting at The Boston Store.

Graham Oak Grove Lyceum J. L. Graham U of Papoose Creek Iran Marion Baker Moscow Kesler Gus. Bierman Hershey Upper Mill Davenport Bierman Muscatine Lie

Bankers split on central bank with Wall Street control debate

A Banking Law Journal symposium reports bankers nationwide divided over a central bank and its independence. Of 5,618 replies, 59.1 percent favor and 32.3 percent oppose, with 7 percent undecided. Regional support varies, Washington and Chicago named as possible locations, with the Pacific coast showing surprising support. The survey notes it reflects banker sentiment, not public opinion. Also advertised is ZEMO, a home remedy claimed to cure eczema by drawing germs to the surface and destroying them, with A W Morgan the local druggist offering a booklet.

Ing The Banking Law Journal National Bank and Trust Company United States Wall Street Washington St. Louis Chicago Pacific Coast Zemo A. W. Morgan

Y W C A Notes YWCA Christmas Party At Rooms

The Y W C A notes a Christmas party will be held tomorrow evening at the rooms. All who enjoy a good time are invited and there will be a tree with items up to ten cents. Bring friends a merry heart and a small gift if desired. The Bible marking class meets this evening and regular classwork resumes next week. January Daily Bibles are available and a club membership is open.

Y. W

Christmas visits and sickly children in Pomeroy area

Pomeroy Illinois records a sick child Donald Shoppa with croup improving. Christmas gatherings include Aledo visitors Aledo Boruff family and Jetta Shoppa with relatives near Joy. Other households report Christmas dinners and visits among Stegle Gates Riggs and Epperly families. Local residents mention church holiday events and travel to funerals in Iowa.

S. A. Boruff Clair Aledo M. C. Boruff Chas. Shoppa Miss Jetta Shoppa Walter Stegle Will Retherford EF. C. Boruff Ralph Bishop Monmouth John Livington Dolly Iowa John Peterson Prince Chauncey Epperly C. R. Gates Guy Emerson M. E. Church Millersburg I. C. Crawford Earnest Mrs. C Clay Riggs Joy

Unique figure in educational world Miss Nancy Frey

Ottumwa Iowa December 28 A pioneering teacher Miss Nancy Frey of Sigourney aged 74 who recently suffered a paralysis stroke and must retire after a record career spanning nine decades. She taught three generations in Keokuk county and began teaching at East Liberty Ohio before moving to Iowa in 1883. Her 70 plus years in classrooms won widespread admiration among communities and fellow educators.

Nancy Frey Iowa Evening Press Ottumwa Sigourney 5. G. Allender Lee Avenue Taok Richland Keokuk County East Liberty Ohio Iowa Tawa Davenport

Unable to provide full context of MISS Frey teaching return

The text notes Miss Frey, despite infirmity and advanced age, plans to resume teaching upon recovery, asserting persistence in career and commitment to education despite personal hardship.

Springdale News: Village Activities Near Christmas

Springdale Iowa reports a busy week with callers from Rochester Wilton and West Liberty. Residents attend meetings church events and holiday festivities as snow blocks travel and sledding thrives. Local families host gatherings and celebrate birthdays while merchants invoice shops.

Wilton Figures Return Home After Short Visit

Wilton December 28 Dr and Mrs J G McSwiggin returned to their Victor home after a brief visit with his parents Mr and Mrs Edward McSwiggin Prof and Mrs L G Focht and children also resumed their journey to Eagle Grove Iowa after a stay in Wilton as Monday ended

Residents make short trips and visits around Muscatine

Many locals, including Mrs. Harry Duncan and children and Miss Anna Murphy, spent days visiting relatives in Iowa City West Branch and Davenport. Several from Muscatine, Durant, and surrounding towns returned home Monday after brief visits, business, or social calls with family and friends.

Springdale W. Reeve Rochester Kansas Minnie Embree Wilton Hayes Ridenour Wilton Ja Spragdale George Kennedy Chicago Albert Peterson James Danaho Round Grove Iowa Earnest Lewis West Branch Lindley Heald West Liberty Todd Everet Lewis Everet Lee Anderson W. A. Phelps J. Sanborn Centerdale Eves Maxson Glen Mather Friends’ Church Mrs. Kennedy Oskaloosa J. M. Berry Randall's Implement Store Alex Mackie Grandmother Walker Joel Walker William Sanger Ruby Lewis Stanwood H. F. Lewis George Jewell Near Atalissa Cora Davis Maxwell William Davis Sherman Davis Large North Liberty Aj’, Vetter Tiptor Chester Ellyson Ing A. M. Persons Harry Duncan Cresbard S. D D. S. Duncan Iowa City J. Scott Blackwell Muscatine Anna Murphy Elmer Weiershauser Arthur Budelier Harry Chasteen Michael Cromer James Chasteen M. A Hagerman Mildred Charles Brambaughb Elia Rininsland Davenport A. E. Moon Muncie Ind J. L. Klein A. W. Bannick R. Creltz Carl Wilson C. W. Wilson Avalogsa L. R. Dunker Edward Heberling Catharine McDermott E.G. O'Brien Christ Christensen Henry Stutzer Minnie Klein Beardstown Margaret Atwil Mary White C. E. White James Mullin Catharine McGuckin Lowise Quigley G. T. Hedges W. D. Harris Cedar Rapids Roll Herr

Catarrh Cure Promoted As Universal Remedy

Readers are urged that Catarrh has a guaranteed cure through Hall's Catarric Cure taken internally. The ad claims it targets the constitutional nature of the disease, promises to build up the patient, and offers a hundred dollar reward for any cured case that fails. Sentences urge sending testimonials and note availability from druggists.

Jenro Hall Cmeney & CO Toledo

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