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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1913
Page
7
An old time advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as a safe stomach and liver cleanser. It claims a torpid liver and sluggish bowels cause many ailments and promises relief without griping. The remedy is described as natural, gentle, and preferable to violent purgatives, urging readers to seek the genuine preparation from The California Fig Syrup Company.
A string of Nichols Wilton and nearby residents visited the city yesterday then returned home in the late afternoon. H J Wendricke Mrs Floyd Barclay Mrs M Ti Chuak and others were seen in the city for errands visits and social calls before departing by late trains and afternoon rides.
A woman discussed hair renewal with her own doctor for failing hair and dandruff. She plans to start the treatment called Tiall's Hair Renewal and will have confidence in it with no hair coloring involved. She mentions Ady.
Muscatine residents expect to travel to Chicago for the annual automobile exposition in February. Manager Samuel A. Miles says the event will cost 100000 dollars this year and aim to outshine the eastern show with record facilities. The Chicago display will cover 147990 square feet from February 1 to 8, featuring 102 passenger cars and 76 commercial exhibitors, with many new models expected. Anna Looney of Latts will return home after visiting friends in the city.
Catherine Dugan aged 100 years, born in Tipperary Ireland, died last night at home after a long Galeax residence. Survived by six children Elizabeth Mia Kate Archer William Thomas Henry and James Dugan all of Galeax. Also twenty four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Funeral at St Matthias Church Friday morning with Rev Father Leonard conducting.
The Rachels club of South End plans a permanent fund to aid the poor in emergencies. Meeting at Mrs. Herman Keller's home outlined instituting the fund next season at Mrs. Frank Whitman's Evans Street home. About two dozen members, active in sewing for needy families, elected officers led by Mrs. Keller.
More than eighty couples attended the February 4 dance arranged by the Hershey Hose Company. The Dealing orchestra provided music as the committee, including Louis Fanthaber and Clarence Appel, planned eight dances at two week intervals. A South End company dance is scheduled next Tuesday, with the February 4 event dispensed.
An old advertisement touts Munyon Paw-Paw Pills as a liver and stomach stimulant that corrects constipation without weakening the body. It claims to invigorate blood and nerves, avoid calomel or dope, and offer soothing healing properties. The pills cost 23 cents and the tonic is sold by druggists.
A venerable South End figure, aged eighty, lies critically ill with little prospect of recovery as family members gather. Mrs Franceg Filder of Conesville visits sister Mrs Irvin Brewer at Fletcher Avenue. Mr and Mrs John Henderson reside on Canton Street as a birth announcement is noted.
The funeral for Blanche Du Roiy, who died Monday night at the Peterson home, 1202 Isett Avenue, was held this afternoon at 2 from the residence. Rev. A. J. Barker of Park Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church officiated. Pallbearers were Fred Fett person, Edward Fett person, Louis Pratt, Theodore Richardson, Fred Cork, and Harry Schildard. Burial followed at Greenwood Cemetery.
The Morning Sun notes teachers returning to duties at public schools in Ta. Jax. and surrounding towns, with staff from Onalaska Maxwell Cedar Rapids and Wapello. It also reports social events, dinner party for Mr. and Mrs. Win L. Wilson, and upcoming cottage prayer meetings led by local residents.
A banquet at First Presbyterian Church last evening hosted by the Retail Merchants’ Committee of the Commercial Club drew over seventy Muscatine business and professional people. Speakers praised city cooperation, roads, charities, and the community spirit, with J L Glesler and Frank D Throop among those lauding progress and partnership for better times in Muscatine.
The passing of Peter Mc Partland occurred Sunday. Funeral arrangements are to be announced by the family and local funeral home.
An old advertisement touts Olive Tablets as a safe liver and bowel aid from Dr. Edwards after extensive study. It claims benefits include clearer skin and better vitality without oily taste, urging nightly use to overcome constipation and improve overall wellbeing. The copy promotes large annual sales and a movement surrounding the product.
Night was held this morning at 3 o'clock with Rev Father Leonard officiating. Pallbearers named include J Authalter Henry Fuller Joseph B Fuller Joseph Kexse John Ryab and Paul Gorey. Interment followed at St Mathy s cemetery.
New Hampshire Republicans met after the fourth ballot to decide a bloc vote for Edward N Pearson of Concord for U S senator. The caucus anticipated about thirteen votes to be allocated on the day, signaling consolidated support for Pearson from state party members.
Conesville Iowa details a stocking social at Epworth Leagon Church next Friday January 24 with admission equal to twice the wearer's stocking size. A music program by an orchestra, games, and refreshments are planned. attendees are urged to bring money for a miniature stocking at the door.
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