Picturesque Muscatine book debut sold at local stores
Muscatine receives the first copies of H. W. Lewis and its 60 page souvenir titled Picturesque Muscatine. The handsome green cover volume features numerous views of Muscatine and is offered at Thompson Neidig and Hayes book stores for fifty cents. Limited copies available and selling fast.
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Muscatine
H. W. Lewis
Lewis
Maschine
Mississippi
RR. L. Thompson
F. A. Neidig
W.heyes
Flowers for the Ladies Opens New Drug Store in Muscatine
The remodelled store at 309 East Second Street is now a drug store run by H C Thiesen. The handsome layout and fixtures promise strong local patronage as the opening continues today and tomorrow with carnations and roses offered to ladies.
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East Second Street
H C. Thiesen
Muscatine
Thiesen
Pin Lost Then Found After Journal Ad
A woman lost a pin on Friday and, after two local paper ads and a Journal notice on Monday, recovered the pin the next day. The tale ends with the moral that everybody reads the Journal want ads.
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Journal
Want Ads
Rock Island visitor Frank Crouse drops by Columbus City
Centerville reports Frank Crouse traveled by Rock Island yesterday for a brief stop in Columbus City. He may also visit Staten Ashby in Muscatine, and friends might be surprised by the apparent plan.
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Centerville
Frank Crouse
Rock Island
Columbus City
Staten Ashby
Muscatine
Frank
Snyder v Schoenig case moves venues over unpaid rent
The landlord attachment dispute involving Snyder and Schoenig regarding unpaid rent at the restaurant property was heard by Justice Eversmeyer. Venue changed to Justice Howe and then to Bloomer of Bloomington township. outcome not yet determined.
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Snyder
Rock Island Depot Robbery Near Miss
Ed Link narrowly escaped losing a gold watch and chain at the Rock Island depot last evening while helping a young lady on a train. He grabbed the watch as the thief pulled at his vest pocket but the robber escaped. John Degler faced Judge Rowan on arson and battery charges with threats to his mother. He received 30 days in jail.
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Ed. Link
Rock Island
John Degler
Rowan
Lizzie Behres
Peter Behres
Bristol
South Dakota
Fraternal Societies Plan City Picnic for August
Fraternal beneficiary orders in Muscatine schedule a joint picnic for August 8 to strengthen fraternal spirit. A temporary committee led by E B Jones and Sue Browning drafts resolutions and asks lodges to appoint three-member coordinating committees. The Ancient Order of United Workmen endorses the plan and assigns E H Dolsen W Longstreth and Dr Durkee to cooperate.
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Ient
E. B. Jones
Clinton
Knights of the Maccabees
T. C. Ryan
Fraternal Aid Association
J. H. Cosgrove
Modern Brotherhood of America
J. B. van Meter
Tipton
Fraternal Brotherhood of the World
Co. D. Eeaton
Wilton
J. W. Wilson
Cedar Rapids
Brotherhood of American Yeomen
Cora E. McBride
Ancient Order of the Red Cross
E. L. Stephenson
Fairfield
J. M. Park
Keokuk
Ancient Order of United Workmen
John Ellis
Court of Honor
H. W. Hundredmark
The
Muscatine
Iowa
Iona
Sue Browning
Olds
Cora McBride
Ancient
Order of United Workmen
E. H. Dolsen
W. Longstreth
Dr. Durkee
George Pilgrim Injured in Davenport Train Accident
George Pilgrim of Muscatine was severely injured when he fell under the wheels of a freight train at Davenport while returning from a fire visit. He suffered partial foot loss, mangled arms, and possible internal injuries, and was treated by the railroad surgeon.
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Geo. Pilgrim
Newell Avenue
Davenport
No. 95
George Pilgrim
Muchatine
Ware
Muscatine
Pleasant surprise gifts East Seventh Street lady a piano
Mrs. Charles S. Gardner awoke to a birthday surprise as Hirt & Griffith presented a fine upright piano bought by her husband. An evening party hosted by Charles Robertson and Miss Sylvia Robertson honored Aubrey Dean back from the Philippines with war stories and merriment.
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Charles S. Gardner
East Seventh Street
Griffith
Hirt & Griffith
Charles Robertson
Sylvia Robertson
Aubrey Dean
Philippines
Aubrey
Philippine
Muscatine Tourist Describes European Trip Amid Language Gaffes
A Muscatine writer abroad from Amsterdam recounts travel through London Brussels Antwerp and The Hague with a 22 person party. He notes language mixups among maids the novelty of tiny train compartments and meals ranging from rolls and tea to five and nine course lunches. He also mentions cultural miscommunications and curious dining experiences.
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Nak Street
Bible Hotel
London
Brussels
Antwerp
The
Hague
Corner of Fish and Meat Platters in Our Grand Tour
The text describes a travel line about enjoying varied foods and sights. It mentions the corner of each fish and meat platter served with cheese and beer, along with references to flow era, pictures, cathedrals, museums, and a half unfinished tour. It conveys well being and a grand time.
May Be Fosburg Murderer Arrested in Washington
James Gray is in custody in Washington on suspicion of being the burglar tied to the Fosburg murder mystery. An affidavit from a New York acquaintance claims Gray confessed to committing a “job” in Pittsfield and killing someone to escape.
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Washington
James Gray
Fosburg
New York
Gray
Pittefield
The Hygiene of Old Age and Gentle Care
An article argues for balanced care of the elderly, warning against over coddling yet urging gentle opposition to keep vital functions active. It praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and Herb Laxative Compound as a boon for the aged, noting easy digestion, mild bowels, and life extension. Available in 50c and 1.00$ bottles from Pepsin Syrup Co. in Monticello, Illinois.
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Caldwell
Report of the First National Bank Muscatine 1901
Report of the condition of First National Bank at Muscatine Iowa as of July 15 1901. Resources include loans and discounts 165940 overdrafts 4910 U S Bonds 0 security etc. Liabilities show capital stock 8500000 surplus undivided profits 2402 notes 250000 deposits 24126. Subscribed and sworn by cashier S M Hughes before notary K Smith. Directors Chas Page J B Dougherty D V Jackson.
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Internal Revenue
U.S
U. S
S. M. Hughes
Kk. K
Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin Endorsed By Chicago Senator
A historic letter from Charles W. Kopf praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a universal stomach aid and medicine. The note claims cures for stomach, kidney, bladder diseases, headaches, indigestion and constipation with 89 cent and one dollar bottles available at drugstores.
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t. _ Caldwell
Charles W. Kopf
Chicago
Pepsin Syrup Co
Monticello
Gastritis cures and medical ads in illinois legislative note
An old article fragment discusses gastritis symptoms and Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a cure, mentioning prices and a free sample offer. It also includes a brief Illinois politics snippet naming Charles W. Kopf and a governor’s staff connection related to Chicago parks.
Pan-American Exposition Trips From Chicago and Buffalo
Travel deals via Nickel Plate road to Buffalo for the Pan-American Exposition. $13 to Buffalo and return with sale through the tenth day. Chicago to Buffalo and return $16. another option $21 Chicago to Buffalo and back valid 30 days. Special reduced rates to New York and return. John Y. Calahan, general agent, 111 Adams Street Chicago, offers full details and timetable folders.
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Nickel Plate Road
Chicago
Buffalo
New York
John Y. Calahan
Adams Street
Lehigh Valley Route Connects Chicago to New York and Philadelphia
The Lehigh Valley route offers through tickets from Chicago to New York and Philadelphia via Niagara Falls and Buffalo with stop-overs allowed after Buffalo on all through fares.
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Lehigh Valley Railroad
Chicago
New York
Philadelphia
Niagara Falls
Buffalo
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Harold J. Mahin
Chas. Braunworth
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Illinois
Theegislature
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Chieenth
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Ilinois
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Ashland Boulevard
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Linois
Col. Kopf
West Park
Garfield
Douglass
Epsin
Lemen
Reon
S. G. Stein
People's - Want
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J. C. Coster
John A. Or Robbins
Olds Block
Busiess
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Geneva
Islands
Jessie Brogan
J. W. Journal. Tatt
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George Frey
West 7Th Street
Scott
J. K Scott
Remmington
P. O
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Woodlawn Avenue
E. 8Th Street
Keokuk Lake
Cedar Street
Thos. Brown
Olds Building
White
G. W. Filloon
South
Des Moines
Pan-American Exmsitio
N. Y
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Sycamore
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East 6Th Street
Dale Street
East 8Th Street
West 3Rd Street
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H. H. Arnold
West Second Street
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