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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
2
An old advertisement promises quick relief from a stuffed nose and head cold. It touts VWly's Cream Balm as a fragrant antiseptic remedy that penetrates air passages, soothes inflamed mucous membranes, and provides instant relief from head colds and catarrh.
The year just closed saw American athletes struggle in international contests across athletics rowing polo golf and tennis though Harvard’s second crew won the Henley grand challenge cup and Durbar II captured the Mogulish derby. English teams dominated polo and golf while yacht and motorboat events were canceled or postponed amid the war and a weak economy reducing attendance and promotions.
Pimples and skin eruptions come from toxins in the bowels and blood. A noted authority advises taking four ounces of Jad Salts in hot water each morning for a week to prevent toxin formation, stimulate kidneys, and clear the skin. Jad Salts is described as inexpensive and lemony flavored.
Australasia survives prelims and beats America 3 matches to 2 at Forest Hills for the Ure Divis Cup. Anastasian players include Worman K Brookes and Anthony F Wilding while McLoughlin defeats both to win the world individual championship.
The P M Musser Public Library closed in the morning with no books circulating but reading rooms open 2 to 4 pm. Children’s story hours led by Mrs Nellsa Sawyer will resume next week after a popular run. January board trustees meeting scheduled for Monday afternoon. brief prior session approved December bills. no unusual items expected.
An old home remedy marketed as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound claims to darken faded or gray hair naturally. A sponge application on strands over days allegedly stops dandruff itching and hair loss, with a bottle priced around 50 cents.
New York reports that bankruptcy filings in 1914 and the years since the act took effect have reached a city record. Nearly 21,000 petitions have been filed under the present law since 1898, reflecting enduring use of the system.
Considerable interest is shown here for the grand jury meeting on Monday With priority on the case of Mrs Rose Stanley alias Madame Meiris the fortune teller to be investigated The woman is mentioned amid other affairs in the session
A 1918 Atlanta reader recounts how pimples vanished after using Beaniat Soap and Resinol Ointment. She says the transformation made her complexion velvet smooth and social life improved, urging continued use and noting Resinol products available from druggists.
A November arrest concerns a 2300 theft from William Wallard of New Hampton Iowa. Indictments to be returned during the January term. a suspect will be arraigned to plead. A separate incident: Harry P B King reports a veal heist at 2614 West Avenue. three accomplices robbed the market, King fired a revolver, and the fleeing trio were pursued. Govloos handed to police.
The Bloomington Grange held its annual election last evening with officers chosen: Master C. A. Price, Overseer Ray Downer, Lecturer Mrs. G. W. Wiggers, Steward R. M. Otto, Assistant Steward Edward Goddard, Chaplain Mrs. George Exo. Refreshments followed the business session and a watch party was enjoyed.
A distorted account recalls 195 New Year celebrations with watch services in lodge halls and church rooms. It notes late revelers and the parish financial officers present, listing several officials and trustees amid a scene of communal toast and reflections on past milestones.
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