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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1909
Page
13
A sensational claim touts an internal treatment that supposedly cures the drink habit in ten days without injections or hypodermics. The piece markets the method as a world marvel and the greatest invention since some unspecified era.
A well known East Des Moines man who fell to drink for over ten years is said to have been cured perfectly by an internal treatment. The account presents a straightforward, honest statment of his recovery and the dramatic change in his life.
A Des Moines man claims years of habitual drunkenness ended after signing a pledge with Rev. Nugent and entering the Neal Institute. He describes a long struggle with liquor, a brief abstinence, then cure after three days of treatment and renewed life for his wife and children. The notice invites inquiries for contracts and a free book, noting confidentiality.
William Cutcomb longtime Columbus Junction resident and businessman died at home at 9 20 this morning after a year long illness caused by dropsy He was born December 11 1841 in Prussia Coming to America as a child he lived in Pennsylvania Muscatine and Columbus City before settling in Columbus Junction He married Rosanna Dix February 22 1866 and is survived by his wife two children Mrs Ike Stone of Arriba Colorado and Ralph at home a brother Charles Cutcomb and two sisters Mrs Cass Nissen and Mrs Louise Willmering Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 pm at the United Brethren church in Columbus City conducted by Rev Calvin Foster
New York December 30. Domestic tangle erupts with arrest of Mrs John Allen Parker wife of a Wall Street broker on criminal libel and perjury charges. Mrs Samuel B Ellis a corespondent in a divorce action accuses Parker of libel in affidavits to support legal fees. Parker had accused his wife of a statutory offense with a Austrian contact in Vienna. Mrs Ellis countersued naming Ellis as co respondent. Elliss husband from Philadelphia files $200 000 suit alleging alienation of affections. Parker may answer similarly. The Parkers wed in Chattanooga in 1892.
James Wise, who escaped from a jail in Leon, Iowa, has been arrested in Albany, Missouri. He faces forgery charges and warrants from both state and federal authorities for swindling.
The Musical Union Orchestra capped a thirty year career with a highly praised concert at the Grand Opera House. Critiques from seasoned musical observers praised finish, dynamics, and overall artistry, highlighting conductor Mr Grade and soprano Miss Tunnicliff of Moline.
Mrs. Kate Waters of Lenoir North Carolina praises Cardui the woman's tonic claiming it strengthened her after a two week wash and left her stout as a mule. The ad urges readers to take Cardui to relieve headaches back pains and weaknesses in women. Chattanooga Medicine Co offers a 64 page home treatment book on request.
Applause continues as last evening’s concert ends and the audience looks forward to March 18. Orchestra director Charles F. Grade leads the ensemble with J Pauchet Miss Richerd C W Jackson C W Schmidt among first violins and George R. Chase H Lezotte E Schenkel H Purdon in second violins along with Viola Elmer Steinmetz Ida Ap pel. Cello Lee Greenway Bass Clifford Knight Flute J A Schmidt Oboe J B Chaplin Clarinet F Manhardt R F Boydston Cornet Mrs Chas Mull F E Elliott Horns F W Eichoff H Schmidt Trombone Chas Thomas Drums C Koontz Piano Miss Stella Richard.
W J Moylan announces the sale of flour agencies to J A Te Strake and plans a modern cash grocery at 209 East Third Street in Muscatine. Moylan will liquidate flour brands Gold Rim and Western Queen through Te Strake while continuing existing contracts and Moylan’s wholesale efforts.
An injured man giving the name Hugh G King sought police aid last evening. With help from the Overseer of the Poor Beach he received a ticket to Davenport. King says he is traveling from Arizona after a railway wreck and is bound for his home.
More than a hundred fans packed Woodman hall Moscow Ia last night for a match between Kid Herman of Muscatine and The Rubber Kid of Minneapolis. Herman won the third fall after a 15 minute 11 second battle, following falls by each man earlier. Referee C M Ess and timekeepers Will Finley and B Carrison oversaw the lively program.
Dana Crawford remains seriously ill in Millersburg Illinois as winter sickness persists. Several families report tonsillitis, moves, and visitors. Christmas observances at M E Church Presbyterian Church and L D S Chapel draw crowds. Mrs Henry hosts a Christmas dinner. local couples wed and travel infrequent. Nearby residents arrive from Sedalia and Davenport. cattle driven through town. sleighing excellent with church attendance high.
Old Clifton Iowa dispatch notes Miss Myrtle Knott visiting the latter part of the week at M F Murrays with relatives and local friends reporting on social exchanges and small community updates.
Des Moines Iowa December 30 Attorney General Byers announced his candidacy for nomination for congressman opposing Congressman Walter I. Smith. Byers is described as a progressive Republican.
A vintage advertisement touts CASCARETS as a nightly aid for overeating baggage and stomach discomfort. It claims the product works while you sleep and positions it as the world’s biggest seller, urging readers to take it tonight for a better tomorrow.
Cc. J. Knott's and George Murray of Capron Oklahoma visited parents in town. Mrs. Peter Bretz and Windmeyer of Nebraska visited Albert Hank. Old Clifton school pupils held a Christmas program with many visitors. Miss Margaret Huston of Yankton South Dakota visits her parents W S Huston west of town. Several families entertained guests over the weekend and travelers left Davenport for relatives. Joe Warthman is very sick west of town.
The remains of J. D. Mendenhall, brought from Massillon Ohio, were buried today after a 2 o'clock Episcopal service at Greenwood chapel. Rev A I E Boss of Trinity church read the service. Pallbearers were chosen from the Masonic lodge.
Real estate transfers transcribed for the Journal include multiple deeds in Muscatine and surrounding towns. Transactions show various Lot and Subdivision transfers in Muscatine, West Liberty, and Wilton with prices ranging from $1.00 to $4,000 and up to $950.06 for Smalley’s Addition.
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