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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1911

Page

3

Journal Agencies Map City Retail Stops

The Journal lists agencies around the city for readers convenience including East Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine Toborg Bros groc Oregon street C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey avenue Keckerville Chaykas Grocery West Hill J H Fuller Grocery and Wm Van Zyl Grocery.

East Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2Nd Feet South Muscatine Toborg Bros Groc Oregon Street C. A. Busch’s Hershey Avenue Kecklerville Chayka’s West Hill J. H. Fuller Wm. van Zyl

Telephones Iowa private branch numbers for editorial staff

Telephones in Iowa list numbers 26 and 27 for business office and staff access. Readers are directed to request a person or department by number when calling. Contact details include Throop publisher and editors with designated rooms and roles.

Iowa F. D. Throop H. E. Dreier Adv

Tribune Poll Shows Broad Support For Reciprocity With Canada

The Chicago Tribune reports a reciprocity poll of 10 000 editors across 22 states. Of 4303 replies 4110 gave definite opinions with 3113 in favor and 1127 against, Florida to Minnesota and South Dakota showing strong support while North Dakota bucked the trend.

The Chicago Tribune Tribune Pacific Congress Canada Taft North Dakota Central States Illinois Indiana Ohio Michigan Wisconsin Mississippi River Iowa Kansas Nebraska Missouri Oklahoma Minnesota South Dakota

Tribune Poll Reveals Low Reply Rate On Reciprocity Issue

The article notes promise of easing harsh conditions in the print paper trade. It highlights a small response rate to Tribune letters, suggesting public apathy toward reciprocity and that many view it as a minor issue.

Tribune

Call for Two-Term Limit on Governor in Cedar Rapids

The Cedar Rapids Republican argues against a third term for Gov Carroll. It states many capable men exist for the office and criticizes Cummins for seeking a third term for personal advancement. It urges restoring the two-term precedent and avoiding long tenure beyond four years.

Cedar Rapids Carroll Cummins

Fort Dodge Establishes Public Speaking Department

Des Moines Register notes Fort Dodge plans to sustain Iowa’s supply of eloquent men by hiring a dedicated head of the department of public speaking for its high school faculty. Fort Dodge pupils have earned honors in interhigh debate, and the late Senator Doliver’s example spurred local ambitions to become forum advocates.

Des Moines Register & Leader Fort Dodge Iowa Senator Dolliver

Kenyon Unable to Visit Cedar Rapids for Commencement

The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports Senator Kenyon cannot appear in Cedar Rapids this month to deliver Coe College’s commencement address. The city and college had shown strong interest due to his prominent role in trust prosecutions and public service. He is expected to visit Cedar Rapids later, and residents will welcome him as a distinguished visitor.

Cedar Rapids Kenyon Coe College Iowa

Principal H. W. Jones Stays Seated at Baccalaureate

Shenandoah Sentinel recalls a Sunday baccalaureate when Principal H. W. Jones entered with the class but remained seated as the audience rose. Two ladies whispered about the "great big curly headed boy" who did not stand, illustrating the lighthearted moment.

Shenandoah Sentinel H. W. Jones

Republican Unity Reported in Shelby County District

The Shelby County Republican editor notes total absence of factional spirit in the district praising Judge Green as a reliable stalwart and progressive. It cites disaffection only with Chase of the Atlantic News, described as chasing every political opinion across the district.

Shelby County Judge Green Chase The Atlantic News

Senator Ken yon Not Looking for Eagle Receptions and Orations

The Des Moines visit by Senator Ken yon included a routine round of meetings with friends and light business. He departed quietly, avoiding pomp or bouquets along the way.

Waterloo Kenyon Des Moines

Country boy learns city life hides its superficialities

Davenport Times notes that education should awaken appreciation for surrounding beauties and possibilities while exposing the make believe of city life, giving the country boy an advantage over others.

Davenport Times

Diaz's Return Hinted After Spain Voyage

The Burlington Gazette asks if General Diaz, who sailed yesterday for Spain, will return to his country before year’s end. The piece notes the possibility with a tone of cautious curiosity about his future.

Burlington Gazette General Diaz Spain

Reminiscences of Long Ago Retold in Journal Snippets

Fifty years ago today the Journal is missing. Forty years ago a burglary attempt on the Island woke Mrs Corwin. intruder fled through a window and tracks stopped near a pawed ground. Twenty years ago Miss Estella A Hill visited Rolla and Denver while attending Ida Nev ens graduation. The Hus Eatine class picnic endured light rain.

H. Corwin Estella A. Hill Rolla Gilmore Col Denver Ida Nevens Huseatine High School

Board of Trade forms committee to back firemen's tournament

30 years ago a sparse crowd at a board of trade meeting appointed a committee to secure necessary guarantees for next year's firemen's tournament. Al der man Lauder, Mayor Dillaway, Major Pickler, ex Chief Morrison, Chief Bodman and General Banks were named to lead the effort.

Board of Trade Lauder Dillaway Pickler Morrison Bodman General Banks

Anti-cigarette league eyes court and trust clash

Sioux City Journal reports members of the anti cigarette league will shed no tears if the tobacco trust and the court fail to unite in a re organization scheme that would permit the trust to use interstate commerce channels.

Sioux City Journal Anti-Cigarette League Tobacco Trust Court

Guthrie Center Guthmian Says It Will Bolt Judge Green

The Atlantic News reports the Guthrie Center Guthmian will abandon Judge Green the Republican congressional candidate in the district. It previously bolted Judge Walter I. Smith last fall yet he was elected.

Guthrie Center Guthmian the Atlantic News Judge Green Congress Walter I. Smith

Court Decision Lifts Oil Shares Amid Unreasonable Doubt

Standard Oil stock rose after a supreme court ruling deemed a trust unlawful. observers say the decision signals underlying issues in the case and prompts questions about market fairness and legal strategies.

Council Bluffs Standard Oil Supreme Court

Foley's Kidney Remedy Endorsed for Chronic Kidney Bladder Pain

A. W. Morgan endorses Foley's Kidney Remedy for chronic kidney and bladder trouble. It aims to regulate kidney and bladder action and is described as healing, strengthening, and bracing.

Foley A. W. Morgan

Wilton social and campus notes highlight porch party

In Wilton Iowa on Thursday a porch party honored Mrs Addie Ross with readings by Miss Clara Dodge and musical numbers by Mrs Geo Holzhaurer. A luncheon followed. Teachers hosted a breakfast for high school pupils while other residents arrived from nearby towns for visits and errands.

H. E. Strong G. Holzhauer Thos. Raynor W. R. Reid Geo. Bannick W. D. Harris M. E. Lumbar L. B. Mason Wm. Ross H. Gordon J. W. Miller J. Cope M. M Holzhauer G. Leith E. Kaufman J. R. H. Latchaw Clara Dodge G. Bentley Chicago Cummings D. Brotchie Ralph Jas. Hayes Atalissa Moylan North Wilton Co. Hucke Davenport Florence Foster Silvis Ill W. Wilkerson Tipton H. B. Strong C. P. Fulton W. M. Brown C. E. White L. Dunker Frank Cope H. \. Efinbach H. H. Johnson Muscatine A. M. Scull J. Adams A. Adams Moscow

Fires Twice Burn Shed Behind East Hill Home

Ten years ago a rear shed at Fred Geller’s East Hill residence was set ablaze twice on Saturday evening by unknowns but was quickly doused by a bucket brigade. Investigators found kerosene-soaked material used to start the fire and more kerosene evidence around the site. Miss Carrie Shammo departs on the Firefly for Chicago with a party of women en route to Europe.

Fred Geller East Hill Carrie Shammo Chicago Europe

Trial Ties OCallaghan Kin to Polk County Robbery

Evidence linked Al Rhodes's brother James OCallaghan to the attempted robbery of Polk county treasury two months ago. Witnesses say Tom Hatch and Peter Juhl rented a daytime room from Mrs. L A Fuel and were active at night. OCallaghan plans to dispute Rhodes's statements at the trial.

Des Moines Fra al. Rhodes Robert O'Callaghan Western League Tom Hatch Peter Juhl Polk County Treasury James O'Callaghan L. A. Fuel Hatch Juhl Rhodes O'Callaghan

Waterloo Will Not See The President

President Taft left for Chicago to address the Western Economical Society on Canadian reciprocity with Secretary Fisher. A Baltimore arrival on June 6 could not be met, so he will skip Waterloo Iowa and the State Dairymen's convention.

Washington Taft Chicago Western Economical Society Fisher Interior Department Baltimore Cardinal Gibbons Waterloo Iowa

Wreck blamed on Clinton roundhouse foreman and Chelsea engineer

Des Moines Iowa June 3 Northwestern officials say the roundhouse foreman at Clinton and the engineer were held responsible for the Northwestern railroad wreck at Chelsea on Tuesday. The Iowa railroad commission received a report and noted twenty seven damage claims have been filed.

Des Moines Clinton Northwestern Railroad Chelsea Northwestern Iowa Railroad Commission

Aviators Fly At Des Moines Meet Draw Big Crowd

Hyperion club aviation field in Des Moines Iowa attracted a large crowd for the second day of the Des Moines aviation meet following successful flights on opening day.

Des Moines Hyperion Club Aviation Des Moines Aviation

Endowment Secures Penn College in Oskaloosa Victory

In Oskaloosa Iowa June 3 the endowment was raised saving Penn college. A joyous victory followed high school graduation at the Masonic opera house with cheers from students, townsfolk, and auto horns as the announcement circulated. The celebration had men and women joining college youths in a jubilant demonstration.

Oskaloosa Penn College Masonic Opera House

Allen's Foot-Ease Advertisement Summary

An antique advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for nervous, tender feet and bunions. It claims instant relief, comfort in tight or new shoes, and relief from sweating and callouses. Sold nationwide for 25 cents. free trial offer via Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy New York.

Allen Allen S. Olmsted le Roy N. Y

Campaign closes with big cheers at college event

After a downtown parade the crowd moved to the college campus for a bonfire and fireworks. The organizers announced Mahaska County subscriptions surpassed 56,800 dollars and outsiders reached 57,000 dollars, with gratitude to all who helped.

Mahaska County

Burlington Likely to Lose Fast Mail Trains

Burlington Iowa June 3 reports the government may start shipping magazines by freight on July 1. As a result the Burlington route may remove fast mail trains Nos 15 and 8. Train 15 carries most weight as magazines, risking loss of revenue from first class mail if withdrawn.

Burlington

Young Folks Win Scholarships

Fort Dodge Iowa June 3 The annual scholarship awards under the will of former Fort Dodge man Harry Stanley go to Ella May Wilson with 61.08 percent of credits and to Paul Gustafson noted for high rank debater music and shorthand. The Iowa university scholarship was awarded to Ruth Sperry.

Fort Dodge Ft. Dodge Harry Stanley Ella May Wilson Paul Gustafson Iowa University Ruth Sperry

Burglar Attacks Woman During Home Invasion

In Davenport on June 3 a desper te burglar, described as colored, was found in the act at 1403 Leonard street. He assaulted Mrs. Benadom, rendered her unconscious, and fled with about 185 dollars in cash money orders and checks. Police are exerting every effort to capture him as he remains at large.

Davenport W. A. Benadom Leonard Street

Five Mile Limit Set on Northern Iowa Power Plant

Fort Dodge council voted two to one to notify Northern Iowa Power Co. not to build a $200,000 hydroelectric plant within five miles of the city. The council also moved toward a municipal dam and power plant and passed an ordinance safeguarding city rights. Prospecting work for the west end anchorage has begun.

Fort Dodge Northern Iowa Power Company

Auto Fatality Claims 15 Year Old Deliverer

Samuel Gilinski aged 15 was killed in downtown Council Bluffs when he jumped from a delivery wagon and was struck by an automobile driven by J. C. Erler. Gilinski's mother Mrs Enoch Gilinski was seriously injured.

Council Bluffs Samuel Gilinski J. C. Erler Enoch Gilinski

Tax Must Be Levyed by Toad Supervisors and Township Trustees

Des Moines Iowa June 3 Attorney General Cosson says many local officials intend to ignore the new law and refrain from levying the tax. He insists the tax must be levied and collected.

Des Moines Cosson

Armory Dedication Planned for Fairfield June 13

Fairfield Iowa reports Governor Carroll and state officers will attend the dedication of the new armory on Tuesday afternoon June 13. The Civil War veterans will oversee the ceremonies honoring the project and Company M will participate in the dedication events.

Fairfield

City to pave twenty six blocks this season

Oelwein Iowa June 3 The city council has decided on twenty six blocks of paving lacking only a few feet of two miles Specifications are now being prepared in anticipation of advertising for bids.

Oelwein

Moon Law Enforcement Targets Des Moines Saloons

The Iowa Anti-Saloon League plans to press cases against eight Des Moines saloons the group says lack authority to operate under the Moon law.

Des Moines Iowa Anti-Saloon League Iowa

Lou and Herb Fire Team Set State Relay Record

Council Bluffs team Lou and Herb secured a new state record with a 325 second hitching time, qualifying them for the Des Moines state tournament in July.

Council Bluffs Lou Herb Des Moines

Boy 14 Arrested in Stabbing Case in Des Moines

Des Moines police arrest Arthur Morgan aged 14 after a stabbing of his 13 year old companion John Grimm. Morgan pleads self defense as the incident is investigated.

Stabbel Des Moines Arthur Morgan John Grimm Morgan

Bank Call Issued for State and Trust Firms

Des Moines state Auditor Bleakly issued a call to report the condition of state and savings banks and loan and trust companies as of May 29 at close of business.

Des Moines

Fire Damage at McConnell Boiler and Ironworks

A fire damaged McConnell Boiler and Ironworks early this morning causing several thousand dollars in damage. Fire crews responded quickly but the extent of the damage is not yet known.

Des Moines McConnell

Memorial services held at Foster Baptist church

Memorial services at the Foster Baptist church on Sunday afternoon drew a large crowd. Rev. Neumeyer gave a notably interesting address. The church was prettily decorated for the occasion. B. Wilford of Ottumwa Iowa visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm Ripley. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Reynolds and ...

Foster Ill The Baptist Church Neumeyer Wilford Ottumwa Iowa Wm. Ripley Frank Reynolds

Patriotism Tied to Digestion in 19th Century Ad

An advertising piece argues that patriotism depends on a strong stomach and links health to Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. It claims dyspepsia makes one treasonous and promotes the medical adviser and World’s Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo.

Dr. Pierce

Decoration services Held at Reynolds Cemetery

Brother Elmer Reynolds of Rock Island attended services at the Reynolds cemetery where Decoration Day observances were largely attended on Tuesday afternoon. Paudet's band from Muscatine provided music as families and friends gathered.

Elmer Reynolds Rock Island Reynolds Cemetery Paudet Muscatine Johan Workman Millersburg Ill Curtis Foster C. Ripley Eldon Iowa J. C. Moree Ella Mewes

Dr King’s New Discovery Restores Wellingon Man to Health

“I never felt so near my grave” writes W R Patterson of Wellington Texas after a severe cough and lung illness dropped him to 100 pounds despite two years of medical care. His recovery came from Dr King’s New Discovery now weighing 187 pounds and healthy for years. It treats coughs colds la grippe asthma croup and all lung troubles. 50c and $1.00 trial bottle free. Havercamp’s Prescription Drug Store guarantees.

W. R. Patterson Wellington Tex Havercamp

Prairie Grove Social Notes Highlight Local Visits

Prairie Grove residents host and visit families across nearby towns including Davenport Letts and West Liberty. Drs Kimball operated on a child in need, and local families celebrated birthdays, picnics, and school events while noting minor injuries from a horse kick and a rusty nail incident.

Prairie Grove Chas. Schiele Cara Davenport Marion Kirby Centerdale H. B. Pinney Alma Walker Myrtle Milo Crane Letts J. E C. B. Kimball West Liberty Duane Chas. McCann Frank Horn Oelwein Iowa Frank Robinson C. E. Dice West Branch Elmer Faires Ruby Lewis J. M. Walker Retta McCann Wash. Jackson Chas. Swart Ray Benson Iowa City Hattie Faires Mesdames Chas Swart Cedar Hill Clara Fogg Ss. U. S Della Worrall Pedee Helen Schiele House Black Gertrude Dice

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for Whooping Cough Effect

Whooping cough can be treated by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy which keeps the cough loose and expectoration easy. It has proven successful in epidemics of the disease and is sold by all druggists.

Chamberlain

Pleasant weekend visits and home improvements at Port Allen

Port Allen residents hosted visitors from Moline Illinois and Columbus Junction. Mr and Mrs James D Wilson entertained W C Wilson and daughters and family friends while others reported wedding attendance and home construction projects nearby.

Port Allen James D. Wilson W. C. Wilson Winnie Wilson Fred Kroeger Moline Ill R. E. Tipton R. E. Babbitt H. F. Babbitt Vera Alex McC Alex McCullough J. D. Wilson F. Floyd McCullough Cone F. G. McCullough Washington

Memorial and social notes from Stockton Iowa events

Stockton Iowa June 3 notes list memorial exercises at Walcott attended by Mr and Mrs E E Moeller and daughters Vera and Mrs L Schlapkohl. Various residents are recorded visiting Davenport Durant Bennet Chicago Muscatine Clinton Richland and Davenport with relatives and friends.

Stockton E. E. Moeller Vera L. Schlapkohl Walcott Ethyl Bohnsack Davenport R. Stister Durant John Koch Manning Iowa H. Koch Hilda Lenders Alma Behrens Bennet Henry Bohnsack Chicago R. Lee Viola Beulah Clinton Suster Thompson F. Bargholtz W. Swartz Muscatine Edwin Thomason John Dittmer Richland Otto Gilbert

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