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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1902
Page
5
A promotional note offers a free booklet titled Before Baby Is Born from the Bradfield Regulator Co in Atlanta. It claims to ease fears of childbirth by providing information to expectant mothers and invites readers to send name and address to receive the book.
A Milwaukee rail gossip item outlines a new cutoff with Rock Island track use between Davenport and Muscatine and through trains from Minneapolis to Davenport with cars to St Louis. West river operation excludes Savanna, Sabula, and Savanna Chicago connections, while a local Savanna to Sabula Junction link will meet through trains.
A letter from Mr and Mrs Wm Weismiller of 411 Spruce St Muscatine Iowa commends Drs Harrison and Collins for diagnosing their son's fits as vision related and claims after corrected eyes the child is in perfect health. They urge others to refer to the doctors.
Twelve new Oliver typewriters were received yesterday to expand the already large equipment stock of the Muscatine Business College, enhancing facilities for students.
A local shop window displays low prices on underwear, inviting customers to inspect the bargain items at Geo B. Jackson. The display highlights affordable intimates and urges shoppers to view offerings inside.
Ed Morrow, a fish peddler on East Hill, lost a horse with signs of strychnine poisoning after a late Tuesday feeding. Dr Hackett treated it through the night. the animal died Wednesday morning. Morrow recalls a suspicious passerby near the barn, adding to prior losses of horses and hogs in the past five years.
The second semester begins next Monday with midyear promotions and special reentries for students who missed September. Dr G O Morgridge spoke to seventh and eighth graders on Civil War experiences, offering new insights. High school resumes after a one day break with thorough disinfection of the building. Southeast Iowa Teachers association meets April 1, 4 and 8 with Washington likely as venue. Muscatine teachers expect to attend if favorable rates are found.
A local ad notes Scheetz's offers reduced prices on school supplies, encouraging shoppers to save on books, pencils, notebooks, and backpacks this season. The promotion highlights affordable options for students and families.
At a Commercial club meeting the question of improving the bowling alley was referred to the executive committee. The committee decided on extensive upgrades including leather back pads, a new return chute, patent gutters on both sides, and extending the platform to the dead line. These upgrades will be welcomed by bowling enthusiasts.
Bargains on dress goods as the sale continues at Geo B Jackson's. Shop for value before the event ends.
Mrs. John Miller of 300 Clinton Street South Muscatine declares she was treated by J K Wilkins for cancer with a swift permanent cure without surgery He offers free calls and urges other cancer patients to seek his treatment at Muscatine area address P O box 323 Muscatine.
A silver bracelet was found at the K P hall last evening and a person named A L Lind ner is asked to call.
The undersigned pledge to refund money on a 50 cent bottle of Green's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. A 25 cent bottle is also guaranteed with money back if not satisfied. Signatures include G. A. Riemcke, Nesper & Co., J. J. Havercamp, W. B. Barkalowi, J. Theo. Keuchman.
A French report describes a newborn infant born with two heads, four arms, two legs, and a single abdomen and digestive system. The rare condition draws medical attention and prompts questions about classification and care.
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