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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1909

Page

8

Eight-Year-Old Kirby Smith Captured by Juvenile Court

In juvenile court Judge Jackson rules the case not for reform school. The bright eight year old, Kirby Smith, awaits a foster home as his mother recounts poverty and desertion. County Attorney Pepper supports placing him with a local family or a home-finding group.

Kirby Smith Judge Jackson May Smith Kansas Street Kirby Mrs. Smith Jackson Reform School Pepper

James O'Keefe Heads to Summit for Short Visit

James O'Keefe left this morning for Summit to visit for a few days. Dr. H EF Dice, physician and surgeon. 205 B 2nd St. Mr and Mrs Ben Swickard of Nichols, who have been in this city attending the chautauqua, returned home this morning.

James O'Keefe Summit H. EF. Dice Ben. Swickard Nichols T. Long Omaha Ella Atkin Lone Tree Ada McMackin West Front Street Daisy Bell East Seventh Street Rock Island J. S. Newton Keswick J. F. Ryan Clinton Wm. Sheppard Wm. Countryman Fruitland Snyder D. L. Parke Davenport

Five room house for sale at 750 dollars brief ad

For sale five room house at seven hundred fifty dollars for a few days. Titus Loan Investment Co. offers installment plans and urges ownership rather than renting. Other items include farm gear and personal notices of travel and visits by Davenport and Rock Island residents.

M. W. Stirlen Titus Loan & Investment Co Ed.Harty Champaign, Ill M. Smith West Fourth Street Iowa Ave

Weather Bulletin Indicates Little Mississippi Change

Forecaster M. Sherier reports only slight Mississippi level changes expected over the next 48 hours from below Dubuque to Muscatine. The brief weather note signals stable river conditions with minimal fluctuation anticipated.

Mississippi Dubuque Muscatine M. Sherier

Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Lung Relief

A. W. Morgan, druggist, advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy that stops chronic coughs, strengthens the lungs, and provides comfort in chronic bronchitis asthma hay fever and other lung trouble cases.

Foley A. W. Morgan

Wilton residents host visitors and travelers in July notices

Wilton Iowa citizens list several movements including Mr and Mrs John Leverich and daughter Sarah returning from West Liberty after two days with the Wise family. O G Graves arrives from Durant, Russell Schaffer leaves for Tipton, Arthur Brenner returns from Muscatine, Rev J B Bloom visits Muscatine, A I Agnew of Denver visits his father, Charles Hart travels to Davenport, Andrew Christensen returns from Muscatine, Charles Markee visits from Muscatine, Mrs George Mannasmith departs to Durant, M L Teeple conducts business in Muscatine, Dr F S Abbott and Charles Van Epps travel to West Liberty for business. Miss Margaret McSwiggin also returns.

Muscatine J. B. Bloom A. I. Agnew Denver Col Charles Hart Davenport Andrew Christensen Musecatine Charles Markee D. F. Dwyer Atalissa Hilda Peters Durant Will Clarinda Thede John King G. W. Ball Guthrie Okla West Liberty S. H. Wise Arthur Brenner Flandreau, S. Dak

Stock Wash Suits and Skirts Hurry for Best Selection

In our effort to close out our present stock we have lost sight of profit and many costs. The assortment includes stylish garments in popular materials and complete sizes. Come early or you may be disappointed.

Sale on high class waists and lingerie this week

Our stock of waists, lingerie, net and silk will be sold at a material reduction this week. The garments are of excellent quality with pretty fronts trimmed in lace and embroidery insertion and plaits. Buy now before stock runs out at reduced prices.

Muslin Underwear Clearance Offers Quality at Low Prices

A clearance sale promotes muslin underwear with superior quality offered at ordinary prices. Shoppers are urged to share the deal while stock lasts and to take advantage of the low prices before it ends.

This Week's Specials in New Wash Goods

The sale features the prettiest wash goods that looms have woven. Prices are sensationally low, lower than in this season of the year.

Linen Bargains Sweep The Linen Department This Week

The linen department highlights large quantities of linen in new patterns and designs. Shoppers are invited to see the bargain cuts available this week.

Last Week of Clearance Sale Offers Silk Dresses and Coats

A limited window features greatly reduced prices on nobby silk dresses and rain coats. Extraordinary values extend to corset coats pongee coats and motoring coats during the final week of the clearance sale.

Mid-Summer Lace and Curtain Sale Attracts Shoppers

In this assortment you will find the height of your heart's desire. The laces are in effects that are most attractive and the prices low. The curtains are in rich fillet novelties, fine brussels, Irish points, etc. Buy curtains now for full house cleaning.

Brussels

Umbrella Clearance Offer Promises Low-Cost Ownership

A promotional note invites buyers to consider a fine umbrella at a minimal price. The message emphasizes value and urges readers to view the offering for ownership details and cost.

Bargains Week Closes With Record Breaking Push

The message promotes the final week of a large event with attracting bargains and a determination to set a record. Shoppers are urged to come early and frequently to take part in the closing week.

Local residents return from weekend visits to neighboring towns

Monday saw numerous residents travel to Muscatine Davenport Rock Island West Liberty Durant and Tipton for short visits. People mentioned include Lena Grunder Clara Trepton Carrie Trepton J. B. Harris Leo Farrel Dwyer Hilda Peters and others visiting relatives friends or attending church events. Many plan week long stays or return home after visits with family.

Davenport Paul Wierhauser Muscatine Christensen South Wilton Lena Grunder J. R. Brown George Angerer West Liberty Perry Duncan Thomas Dilley F. A. Martin Clara Carrie Trepton Iowa City P. A. Schmidt Thomas Killion Ruby Anderson Grace Anderson Rock Island John Farrel Mable Carter Sweetland

DeWitt Visitor Returns After Short Stay

Miss Clara Holzhauer, a business visitor, returned to DeWitt on Monday after a brief visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Holzhauer. The Rescue Hook and Ladder Company will attend the firemen's tournament in Davenport on Thursday.

Clara Holzhauer DeWitt George Holzhauer Rescue Hook & Ladder Company Davenport

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Court Dauber Wilson’s Shoe Store J. E. Kranz Schaefer Schaefer’s Spats Braunsworth Ley Sen W. J. Wilson G. Miller East Eighth Street Frank Nelson Clyde Reeg E. P. Bridge East Second Street L. E. Myer Mitch Cow Frank Bowman St. Paul la Crosse le Claire Keokuk Ose Wilton J. M. Conner Sycamore Street McColm Dry Goods Comp Ln Mov J. B. Harris E. F. Schall Don Stibelt Alpha Watham John McClain Kensington The Presbyterian Church H. G. Austin Mmes George Bannick L. N. Ayres Ella Smith Leo Farrel Fred Kincaid L. B. Mason L. C. Winters Hampton, Ill Katherine Chown Tipton Maude Marshall O. A. Graves Rca
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