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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1907

Page

2

Man Inflicts Injury After Fall in Rail Yard

Frank Schaeffer of Newell Avenue was severely injured last evening at the roundhouse about 9 o clock while climbing an engine to clear the top. He slipped fifteen feet, struck a rail, and was unconscious when found. He survived by being taken home for medical aid, suffering knocked out teeth and probable internal injuries.

Frank Schaeffer Newell Avenue Round House Oak West Sixth Streets East Fourth Street Park Avenue Halstead Woodlawn Avenue Isett Avenue Oak Street Washington Street Oregon Street Miles Avenue Stewart Road Wisconsin Street Demorest Miles Avenues Fulham Avenue James Billings Sampson Street Clinton Street Schiller Street Angle Avenue Elizabeth Todenweis South Muscatine Bridgman Street Reddick Stirlen Roscoe Avenue Evans and Hanover Streets Hershey Avenue Clara Schmidt Ninth Street Jackson School Sherman Street George Stoker George Neibert Rutherford Nyenhuis

Notice to Contractors for Muscatine Grading Bid

Sealed proposals will be received at Kemble & Kemble in Muscatine until noon on July 24 1907 for grading Fulham addition between Mulberry and Orange streets. Estimated earth removal 6200 cubic yards. Blank proposals and specifications available at the office. Right to reject any or all bids reserved. Kemble & Kemble

Kemble & Kemble Iowa Avenue Fulham

East Hill cabbage harvest boosted by sun after wet spell

Cabbage cutting continues on Heinz farm east of the city with many children employed in the fields. Wet weather slowed work for days, but a stretch of warm sun is expected to accelerate harvesting and shipping to the factory.

Heinz

Remarkable Catarrh Cure by Dr Shaffer praised in testimonial

A letter from Hedrick Iowa reports strong results from Dr Shaffer's treatment for head catarrh and an eye injury. The writer claims permanent cure after three months and commends the doctor for restoring sight after a hatpin wound in his wife's eye.

Shaffer

Cattle and Hog Shipments Reported in Ardon Area

Ardon Ia July 19 Dave Legier shipped three car loads of cattle to Chicago. Chas Sinnett sent a car of hogs to Davenport. Joe O'Brien shipped a car of corn. Various residents visited relatives or traveled for family occasions.

Ardon Dave Legier Chicaito Fred Longstreth J. B. Downer Nell Wm. Ballard Washington Chas. Sinnett Davenport Ray Downer Wilton Grandpa Lang Henry Dethoff Hugh Wieim Joe O’brien Ira Lee Lizzie Healy Connell Henry Altekruse Ilinois Chet. McCabe Lizzie Gary Muscatine Frank O’brien

Doctor Shaffer Praised for Eye Treatment and Glasses

Mrs. Addah J. Boney of Illinois City writes that Dr. Shaffer of Muscatine treated her eyes for nervous affection and painful vision successfully. She also praises the glasses fitting as splendid and expresses satisfaction with his fairness and competence.

Illinois City Muscatine

Short Talks by L. T. Cooper

A testimonial piece touts Cooper's New Discovery as a remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia. It cites Mrs Ellen Keogh of Superior Wisconsin, who reports relief after using the medicine and enjoying a hearty meal after years of suffering. Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store is credited.

E. Keogh Cooper Ellen Keogh Ogden Ave Superior Wis Mr. Cooper Havercamp

Mr Chigger Arrival Brings Relentless Itch and Remedies

The writer describes a summer encounter with chiggers in the woods causing severe itching. Home remedies including a hot bath damp salt ammonia and sulfur mix fail to relieve the welts. The author endures sleepless nights and dreams of battles with giant chiggers, vowing to avoid quiet woodland trips.

City Officials Invited to Hershey Hose Picnic

The mayor and aldermen are invited to attend Hershey Hose Company yearly outing next Sunday at Nestle Bush Point, Smith's Landing. Attendees will cross the river by Barrus launch at varying times, enjoy a day on one island, with an evening return.

Hershey Hose Company Nestlebush Point Smith’s Landing Barrus

The Strangest Thing That Could Happen

An old advertisement notes constipation would be cured by Dr King's New Life Pills with a guarantee. Sold for 25 cents at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.

Dr. King Havercamp

Minor Mississippi charizes forecast near Dubuque Muscatine

The forecast calls for only very slight changes in Mississippi River levels over the next 48 hours from below Dubuque to Muscatine. The message suggests minimal river motion with small shifts likely.

Mississippi Dubuque Muscatine

City Council Holds Regular Meeting and Debates Damages

City aldermen vote down a badge motion and handle numerous minor items. Repairs and filings are approved for streets and sidewalks, while damage claims and property assessments are referred to committees. The meeting ends with approval of financial drafts and adjournment.

ZEMO claims cure for eczema and pimples

An advertisement promoting ZEMO as a quick permanent cure for eczema and pimples. It asserts ZEMO draws germs to the skin surface to destroy them and offers samples from E. W. Rose Med. Co. in St. Louis and sale through A. W. Morgan at 107 West Second Street.

Heinz Pickle Works West Third Street News-Tribune Iowa Avenue East Second Street M. F. Martin William Zeidler Park Avenue Louis Benninger Fred Maurer F. Ashcraft & Son Corry-Werentin Co E. W. Rose Med. Co St. Louis A. W. Morgan West Second Street S.S.S Bool Swift Specific CO Atlanta

Train Reservations Offered for Double Berth at Low Fare

Advance applications available to agents for double berth accommodations for two people at $1.90. Tickets not extended. Contact local ticket agents or G. B. Birch, G. F. & P. A., Muscatine Iowa. A. B. Cutts, G. P. & A., Minneapolis Minnesota for further particulars and to buy in advance.

G. B. Birch Muscatine Iowa A. B. Cutts Minneapolis

Arnica Salve Ad Promises Quick Healing at Drug Store

Store advertises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for bleeding and wounds at Havercam s Prescription Drug Store. It claims daily carnage and rapid healing for 25 cents per container.

Bucklen Arnica Havercamn

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