Hobart M. Cable piano sold by J. J. Griffith
Local notice notes the Hobart M. Cable piano is sold exclusively through J. J. Griffith. It also lists brief items about Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil and Dean's Ointment, with survey of residents and travel mentions including Milton J. Patten's departure from New York City to Des Moines after a visit at his parents’ home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobart M. Cable Piano
J. J. Griffith
Milton J. Patten
New York City
Des Moines
J. S. Patten
Iowa Avenue
Local travelers depart on business and social notes
J Linn Hoopes leaves for Chicago on business, Wm Huttig travels to Burlington, Daniel Manhardt visits Washington relatives, and A J Thomas heads to Columbus Junction. Mrs Clyde Dove returns from Iowa City. Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry advertised for bowel complaints. Wilton Line delay blamed on track conditions from rains. James Beach & Sons pack Peosta Soap in five-bar boxes. five bars cost twenty five cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Beach & Sons
Muscatine Opens Summer Resort With Fireworks and Dance
Thousands attend the Citizens' railway park opening with a two hour fireworks display organized by H. T. Fiske. Paudhet's band plays as dancing runs from 9:29 to 11. The park features chair swings, rustic walks, and other attractions to lure summer evenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens
H. T. Fiske
Paudhet
Muscatine
Guard board in Des Moines considers commissions for state guards
Captain Harry Kern and Second Lieutenant F. E. Norwood of Company C appeared before the national guard examining board in Des Moines this week seeking commissions. The board, led by Colonels Lin coln and Prime with Majors Turner and Hume, also heard a list of other officers and applicants across various infantry and signal units.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Kern
F. E. Norwood
Des Moines
National Guard
State Guard
J. Rush Lincoln
John R. Prime
Daniel W. Turner
J. F. Hume
W. S. Conkling
Muscatine
Thomas F. Cooke
Lloyd D. Ross
Chase H. Pierce
Clyde H. DeAcres
George M. Teed
Fifty
J. F. Kerfoot
Fifty-Fourth Infantry
Ben Baker
O. W. Kulp
Oscar Reinhardt
W. C. Pabst
F. A. Moore
H. K. Spencer
H. B. Speck
A. B. Farr
Fifty-Third Infantry
W. H. Bailey
Fifty-Sixth Infantry
C. A. Smith
M. L. Opdycke
Patrick Murphy
Victor Hastings
Meeting of High Officials of A. O. U. W. In St. Paul
Will M. Narvis travels to St. Paul for a two week session of the Ancient Order of United Workmen with about 1000 delegates expected. The program includes a parade on June 13 with 10,000 uniformed members, a Ryan Hotel headquarters, Minnehaha Hall sessions, and various entertainments and prizes for drill teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will M. Narvis
Order of United Workmen
St. Paul
Narvis
United States
Ryan Hotel
Supreme Lodge of the
House of Representatives
Capitol
Minnehaha Hall
West Ninth Street
Minneapolis
Rice Park
Twin Cities
Mill City
Commercial Club
Ancient Order of United Workmen
Minnesota
Educate Your Bowels With Cascareta Candy Cathartic
An advertisement hawks Cascareta Candy Cathartic as a cure for constipation promising permanent relief. The copy claims a money back refund if the product fails and states a price of two cents for one box.
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C.C.C
Anniversary Observance at Lutheran Orphans Home
The German Lutheran Orphans and Old People's home near Muscatine on the Burlington road will celebrate its foundation anniversary on June 21 with elaborate festivities and large attendance expected.
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Old People’s Home
Muscatine
Burlington Road
Des Moines Woman Tries Suicide In Family Home
Hattie Pinninger, believed to have been the victim of dope fiends, attempted suicide at her parents home in Des Moines.
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Hattie Pinninger
Des Moines
Washington to get hospital from Keck donation
Charles H. Keck donates his late father’s $10,000 residence to establish a hospital in Washington. The gift supports creating a local medical facility and honors the deceased homeowner.
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Washington
Charles H. Keck
The Advantage of Going Slow for Others to Catch Up
The saying notes that taking time benefits by letting others gain pace. It frames patience as a fair practice in shared effort and progress.
Pearl Worth Two Thousand Found In Mississippi At Lansing
Report from Lansing states a pearl valued at $2000 has been recovered from the Mississippi River near Lansing. Local divers and authorities confirm the find and note the item’s quality and potential historical significance.
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Mississippi
Lansing
Atlantic City and Seashore Resorts by Grand Trunk Route
Through trains Grand Trunk Lehigh Valley Chicago New York connect Niagara Falls to Atlantic City Cape May and Seashore Resorts with convenient terminals and scenic travel. Descriptive literature timetables and full route information are available from the Grand Trunk Railway Advertising Department Chicago.
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Niagara Falls
Grand Trunk
Potatoes Scarce Here As Wet Weather Raises Prices
Potatoes are scarce due to unusual wet weather. Prices have risen from 40 to 50 cents per bushel to 60 to 80 cents, with a $1.90 forecast if rains persist and farmers cannot plant seed potatoes. Grocery merchants warn the city may face shortages if the water around St. Louis does not subside.
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St. Louis
Funeral services for Miss Nancy McVeigh in West Liberty
The Catholic church heard the funeral for Miss Nancy McVeigh at 10 o clock Thursday morning. She died at her Second street home Tuesday evening after a four month illness. A 74 year old native of Ireland she lived in Scotland before moving to America in 1862. Widely respected by Catholic and Protestant neighbors for a life of good deeds.
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West Liberty
Nancy McVeigh
Second Street
Miss McVeigh
Ireland
Scotland
America
Local Notices Mention Teachers and Health
The Misses Vae and Elizabeth Barr, both teachers, return home for summer vacation from Ames Iowa and Little Falls Minnesota. Mrs Joseph Coppock and Mrs Joseph Myers of Hickory Grove visit West Liberty on business. Anna Phillips from Pasadena California expects to return to West Liberty soon. George Wooly is in poor health and young Phebe Bingham is ill.
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Vae
Elizabeth Barr
Ames
Iowe
Little Falls
Minnesota
Joseph Coppock
Joseph Myers
Hickory Grove
West Liberty
Anna Phillips
Pasadena
California
George Wooly
Little Phebe Bingham
Armour battering case set for third trial in Des Moines
Judge Given ruled a flaw in the indictment from prior trials prompts a third proceedings in Des Moines. The case concerns an Armour battering matter and seeks to resolve procedural errors cited earlier.
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Armour Battering
Des Moines
Given
The Carver Faces Public Observation of Roast Craft
A craftsman known for carving a small roast cannot escape scrutiny as onlookers watch his precise technique. The scene draws attention to skill and tradition in a local kitchen setting.
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Ayer
J.C. Ayer Co
Lowell, Mass
Blanchard Packing Co
F. A. Neidig
East Second Street
Mira Hershey Lumber Co
W. E. Battey
West Second Street
McBride & Cope
H. M. Bartlett
Spruce Street
Iowa City
Dr. Thomas
Wm. McCampbell
R. H. McCampbell
Dean
J. Linn Hoopes
West Third Street
Chicago
Wm. Huttig
Burlington
Daniel Manhardt
A. J. Thomas
Lucas Street
Columbus Junction
C. L. Stafford
M. E
Mt. Pleasant
Clyde Dove
F. M. Witter
Wilton
Anheuser-Busey
Malt Nature
Nature
Anheuser-Busch Brewing
Ass’n St. Louis, U.S.A
Fiske
Captain Kern
Charles E. Hires CO
Reivers, Pa
William M. Narvis
Order
Cedar Valley
Journal
Shellabarger
Cedar River
William Gregg
Jesse
Mr. Gregg
Moscow
Edwards River
Marion
Ill
Port Allen
Milwaukee
Conesville
Wapello
Rock Island
Elrick Junction
Iowa Central
West Chester
Brighton
Smoke House
Frank
The
Pearl Dealer
Atlantic City
Cape May
Seashore
the Globe Restaurant
Albert Brazel
North
Dakota
Montana
Oregon
Great Northern Eens
Max Bass
F. I. Whitney
Imm
Pass
Tkt
S. Clark St
Minn
Muscatine Lumber & Box Co
Second St
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