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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1900
Page
7
Mrs. Mathilde Richter of Doniphan Nebraska reports relief from pelvic catarrh after using Peru Na and Man a Lin during menopause. She credits the remedies with restoring health and strength. Other testimonials from Mrs Col Hamilton Columbus Ohio endorse Peru Na for women. A free book by Dr Hartman Health and Beauty is available from Columbus Ohio.
A collage of city items notes Thompson's Book Store offerings including new pianos at lower prices, Hood's Sarsaparilla advertised as a cure, and various residents such as Miss Jennett Nicola Miss Florence Gould and Mrs J J Shafit in town yesterday. It mentions Adams-McCoy Electrical Co servicing electrical work, loan promotions, and travel of D W Vaughan Jr with family visiting local relatives.
O P Dillon an Illinois Central operator from Storm Lake Iowa confessed to aiding a robbery at an American Express office. He claimed accomplice George Masteller persuaded him to steal blank express orders money and valuables, with the loot meant to be moved to an eastern city. Dillon was arrested in Chicago after a lengthy interrogation and expressed fear his confession would break his parents hearts.
While on a summer trip readers are advised to consult Halstead and Son for wallpapering and fixing services. The notice promotes seeking professional help during travel season.
For sale two iron settees and two iron chairs suitable for kitchens inquire at this office.
LaCrosse Wisconsin July 14 Judge Sie decker sitting for Judge Wyman refused an injunction against E C Higbee to stop chopping poles on his boulevard. Higbee Usher and others threatened to cut poles but have not acted yet. Also Des Moines editorials discussed ethics in printing education value of editorial pages and country journalism.
Injury suit filed by Harry W. Pace for 30000 dollars over a March 13 accident in Chippewa Falls was dismissed on its merits. The court found Pace was ahead of the engine not in a brakeman duty position when injured, and thus the railway was not at fault.
Cape May New York July 14 The long pier at the end of Broadway near completion will serve boats between Cape May and Lewes connecting with the Queen Anne road to Baltimore. Improvements this winter aim to revive the resort’s appeal, with Marylanders showing renewed interest this season.
The civil service commission holds exams in all cities with local boards for square letter engravers. Successful candidates will be placed in the Bureau of Printing and Engraving in Washington D. C. on July 14.
Properties for sale or trade include a 260 acre stock and grain farm near Wellman with a large house and bank barn, plus fruit trees and extensive improvements. Also listings: 203 acre Illinois stock farm, 184 Cedar county farm, a 1000-population town hotel, a $4,000 residence, and other exchange opportunities with cash adjustments. Call for details and to arrange exchanges.
London notes St Swithins Day tomorrow marking a thousand year tradition honoring the Bishop of Winchester, tutor to Alfred the Great. An old superstition warns of forty days of rain if it rains on St Swithins Day. Nesper & Co. and John B. Dougherty druggists offer 25 free samples of Metzgar’s Pile Ointment for piles ailments.
The Royal Dutch Naval exhibition opens in The Hague tomorrow and runs until September 15. It features portraits of naval commanders engravings of engagements voyage descriptions charts vessel models medals and personal mementos. Queen Wilhelmina serves as patroness and has ordered a medal for the owners of the most important articles.
New York July 14. A grand trotting meet is held this afternoon at Empire City Track. Entries from gentlemen road drivers are strong in the free-for-all trot featuring speedway stars Jack Dani Lucre Daniel and Brooklyn crackajacks Daphne and Quarterstake with several marks under 2.10.
Lexington July 14 The Democratic State Convention will meet here next week to nominate a governor candidate. Gov Beckham is likely to be renominated. The body may pass a resolution urging Beckham to call an extra legislative session to modify the Goebel election law amid rising contention.
The first St Joseph Chautauqua opened at Lake Contrary with a strong lineup including Henry Watterson D F Fox Sam Jones former Governor Stone and General John B Gordon. Eight subsequent days promise continued quality according to organizers.
The Democratic State Committee meets in Seattle to select a site for the nomination convention. Tacoma and Seattle contend for the event, likely between August 15 and September 1.
Cincinnati July 14 After tomorrow the employees of the Railroad Omnibus Company of this city will appear in uniform dress President Bailey believes the change will be appreciated by the public Drivers must also wear their badges in a conspicuous place
Hoboken New Jersey July 14 A concert will be held here tomorrow for the fund raised for surviving fire victims. A portion of the fund has been used to provide decent burials for many unidentified victims.
New York City residents in Little Italy will start the Feast of Our Lady of Mt Carmel tomorrow. Last year sixty extra policemen were detailed in the district to insure order during the festivities.
An old advertisement touts Mull's Lightning Pain Killer as curing any pain instantly whether internal or external. It promises absolute purity and lists prices of 25 cents and 50 cents at all druggists.
A South Muscatine delegation of about 100 attended the Grandview Court of Honor lawn fete at Grandview last evening. About 300 people rode the train down and 1,500 to 2,000 gathered for a well rendered program with two bands as ice cream and cake were served.
Door shipping clerks have resigned to take a similar position at the Har mer Sash and Door factory in Burlington. Mrs J L Berry and daughter Alberta after visiting at South English Iowa have returned home. Roy and Ralph McCleary placed a monument on their fathers grave on Friday July 6 1900 at Grandview cemetery.
Aldermen back the proposal with eight ayes and no nays. Ald. Koehler reports Champion Hose Co. asks meeting over repairs or new building. fire committee to review. Council then adjourns with City Recorder Bert C. Benham noting the record.
Local apothecary advertises Wallis Catarrh Cure as an internal remedy that treats blood and mucous surfaces. Hall's Catarrh Cure credits a physician prescription and combined tonics with blood purifiers. Testimonials promised, Toledo Ohio. Sold for five cents. Hall's Family Pills touted as best.
Round trip fare of 14 dollars with return limit August 28 1900. Tickets valid on any of three daily trains. Also offered lowest rates to Ft Wayne Cleveland Erie Buffalo and other eastern points. For details contact John Y Cahahan general agent 111 Adams St Chicago central 2057.
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