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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1906
Page
4
Dr. McNutt, a dentist, welcomed a girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Carl Barger on East Twelfth street yesterday. Numerous city residents travel, shop, and attend chautauqua as trains pass and streets bustle with soda, cigars, milk, and postcards.
Eclipse Naphtha Soap and Kerosoap introduced by the Eclipse Naphtha Soap Company in Muscatine under W S Hill as manager. Local testimonials claim unmatched cleaning power including removing stubborn carpet grease. nearly ready to meet consumer demand with two grades and plans to expand if demand rises.
An advertisement from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a cure for severe colds and lung coughs with pricing at 50 cents and one dollar.
The Hawk-Eye Button company cuts department shut after 65 workers quit Saturday over new rules and a new foreman. Wages were not disputed, with cutters earning 13 to 18 dollars weekly. Company says discipline needed and refused rule changes. Orders to weigh up issued as mass quitting began.
The Home Tea Co secures the contract to supply all teas and coffees for the Chautauqua event at City Railway Park, marking another step forward for the firm and highlighting the quality of its beverages.
Mrs Sarah A Hand Reynolds a longtime Drury township resident in Rock Island county Illinois was found dead at her son Burnett Reynolds home Sunday forenoon She had lived in the township for more than fifty years and leaves four children Oscar Davenport Austin Grinnell IA Burnett Drury township and Lana McGinnis Davenport along with a brother and two sisters Funeral is set for Tuesday at 10 o clock with burial in Reynolds cemetery
In Eliza Illinois under threatening skies the West Ends fell 5 to 3 after a fifth inning rally and rain halted play. Borgstedt and Bates led the West Ends defense while Throop pitched for Eliza, with Alps defeating Kecklervilles 4 to 3 in morning action.
Sam P. Jones captivates a large crowd as German Day unfolds at Chautauqua with Davenport’s Prof. Reuter directing events. The program features Maennerchor performances, lectures on American authors, Seton Indians demonstrations, and a packed schedule of songs, solos, and dances led by Mrs. Fuller Swift and Mrs. Evelyn Foote Morrell.
H. W. Grafe departed for Davenport aboard the Firefly to visit friends for a short time. He will be away briefly while on his trip.
The J. S. arrived from the Tri-Cities last evening with a large crowd aboard and departed this city about 7 30.
Rain halted the Morena game and the event featured changes to the lineup. Els and Owen are headed to Clinton for new pitchers.
A heavy shower during a baseball game at the fair grounds park halted play as the Mokenas trailed by one inning. Umpire Armbright called the game after the field became too wet, with players soaking in the rain and wind. Big changes in the Mokena lineup included Clint on bringing back Owens and new pitcher from Maquoketa. Later, Danville Unions plan to challenge the Independents as Kell aims to steer clear of danger.
The Grete family extends heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness shown during their bereavement after Geo Grete's passing.
Short ad noting oak bath tub seats 25 cents nickel plated 18 inch towel racks 25 cents Cosmo lights complete 59 cents. From F Ashcraft located at 225 Iowa avenue.
Butter remains steady with creameries at 15 19 c and dairies at 15 174 c. Eggs hold at 12 1 ic with a steady market in Chicago on July 23.
Chicago July 23 poultry prices remain steady with turkeys at 12 cents, chickens at 12 cents, and springs at 17 1 2 cents per pound. Market observers note stable demand and consistent trading activity across the market.
Lester Leutzinger, three, was severely scalded at 10:30 AM when he fell into a wash boiler of hot water at a home west of town. Mrs. Leutzinger and Mrs. Peter Wren were present during the washing. The boy was taken to Bellevue hospital. doctors fear for his recovery though later reports say he was a bit better.
Mrs H T Port and baby of Marengo visit Drs Dalzell. Miss Lilian Wachter recovering post Bellevue surgery. Mrs John Schaefer of Wapello returns from visit. Banner Lodge to meet Tuesday at 7 45 PM. Ed Makeley of Coffeyville recovering after Bellevue operation. C Whistler of Grandview arrives for business. E Beardsley of Silvis visits then returns home. Mrs O W McGrew of Grandview returns after shopping. Mrs W H Carpenter and children depart for Topeka to visit relatives. Ralph Williamson departs for Elrick Junction to visit relatives.
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