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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1910
Page
5
Charles Baker, code commissioner of Iowa, died at 3 AM in Iowa City after a heart ailment. A well known figure among Iowa lawyers, Baker practiced law for forty four years in the state. He was 68. He had recently arrived with a shipment of Studebaker buggies and carriages. Frank Bow and others noted his passing.
Train dispatcher July Temple of Burlington swam the Mississippi River from Illinois to Iowa shore three times without a rest this morning. The four mile crossing took one hour and twelve minutes and breaks all records of the upper river.
H. C. Madden reports relocation to Suite 204 in the Muscatine State Bank Building for his office. No further details provided.
A broad selection of brims and crowns to fit any build. Choose among split straws Sennits Mackinaws Milan and soft split straws priced from 21 to 2.50, offering many kinds of straws for all tastes.
Variety in shirts neckwear and socks highlighted in Muscentine furnishing goods section. The display features pretty snappy exclusive novelties and a praised shirt range that attracts many customers.
The Mutual Life of New York establishes a local office in the First Trust & Savings Bank Building to serve Mr Sam Borger, district agent, as demand grows in his territory. The note praises Borger's early results and highlights insurance as a financial benefit to an estate, while warning long-term membership may still impact the estate after death.
The article cites D. W. Dawley of Le Claire who held a Mutual Life Ordinary Life policy from age 35 to 82. Premiums totaled 2200 dollars while the heirs received 7089 dollars after his death, including 4000 dollar face value and 3089 dollars in undistributed dividends. The case highlights the policy’s cost effectiveness and dividend mechanics, contrasted with weekly claim outlays. It also notes Dawley’s family and local society events on East Hill.
Old Clifton Ia July 1 report notes Clifton and Tennessee hoods will hold their annual Earl Orris timber on July 4. The piece lists locals visiting Muscatine and surrounding families, with numerous residents seen at homes and gatherings across the area.
Cupid presided over two Keota weddings in one day. Howard Stewart and Gertie Keiser wed after a Washington ceremony officiated by Rev. Sawhill with Rev. Graham assisting, then plan a Cleveland Niagara Falls Chicago trip before settling in Keota. Later, Clara Stewart and A C McNarlen married at home with Rev. Walker officiating, and the couple will reside in Keota amid local praise for their talents and social ties.
Mrs J Chandler of Wapello visits Fredonia over Sunday. William Campbell called on business in Davenport. Mrs Bessie Reynolds and Irene of Chicago visit relatives in Fredonia and Columbus Junction, returning with Edna Laura and Tommy. Robert Carey loses a horse to heat. Will Knott and children visit parents in Fredonia. Mrs Sam McCleary and children visit Columbus Junction. Mrs Walter James and children visit Muscatine. Bridensteine of North Lity visits George Solomon. Joe Reed of Bard visits Fredonia. Myrtle Knott visits Muscatine. Jesse Lupton and son visit Henry Dilier in Columbus City. Mary Mickey visits Cedar Bethel. Will Skipton visits GC Hawley. Joe Boden and wife plan a few days with Sam Bodens near Cotter.
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