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Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1911

Page

2

Elegant Imported Wallpapers And Décor Line Announced

Announcement states a complete line of elegant imported wallpapers decorative sketches draperies fabrics rugs and related items will be carried by the store.

Local Notices Highlight City Shoppers and Travel

Miss Anna Shellabarger of Letts visited the city yesterday and rode the Firefly home. Miss Tracy Laud of Columbus Junction also toured the city and returned home on the Firefly. Miss Marie Maley and Miss Gertrude Gardner spent the day shopping and visiting before leaving on the Firefly. George McCoy and Martin Fink of Washington departed after a day of business contacts. First mortgage loans offered by Titus Loan & Investment Co at 5 and 6 percent. A BC Family Tea advertised for health benefits and 25 cents per package.

Anna Shellabarger of Letts Tracy Laud Columbus Junction Marie Maley Gertrude Gardner George McCoy Martin Fink Washington

Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Drug Firm

A Pasadena drug firm endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as an efficient non narcotic cough remedy safe for children. The letter from C H Ward Drug Co and secretary treasurer C L Parsons urges readers to get the original yellow package, noting absence of alcohol or digestive interference and its effectiveness against colds.

California Pasadena Cal Foley & Co Foley C. H. Ward Drug Co C. L. Parsons, Sec’y and Treas Foley’s A. W. Morgan California Fig Syrup

Dr Clapp Office Eye Ear Nose and Throat Practice

Dr Clapp operates a Hershey Building office limited to eye ear nose and throat care. Glasses fitting is offered as part of the practice.

Clapp Office Hershey

Four Attractions Set for Y M C A Winter Program

The Y M C A plans a four-event winter entertainment series with dates TBD. Acts signed include Edward McDowell Albert Wiggam The Apollo Concert Company and the Star Male Quartet. Lectures feature McDowell and Wiggam with illustrated color slides and a focus on public health. Excursions offered via Blair Line accompany river trip music and onboard refreshments. Life Saved At Deaths Door recounts recovery from lung disease thanks to Dr King s New Discovery now weighing 187 pounds after prior illness.

Young Men’s Christian Association Edward Burton MacDowell Albert Edward Wiggam Apollo Concert Company Star Male Quartet E. B. McDowell Fiji Islands Jamaica Samoa Cuba Panama Lyceum Chautauqua Josef Bistline Apollo Bell Ringers Blair

Albert Davis Dies of Tuberculosis at County Farm

Albert Davis aged 43, born in Missouri, died yesterday at the County Farm after being brought there in a pitiable condition from tuberculos is. He was found in West Liberty last week by authorities and moved to the farm due to his inability to care for himself. Remains to be buried in the county burial grounds today.

Albert Davis Davis West Liberty Missouri

Tri City Railway Hints at Buying Wilton Line

Rumor spreads that Tri City Railway Company aims to purchase the Wilton line from Rock Island Railroad. Joe R. Lane of Davenport has been in the area, with reports of purchases along farms near Sweetland and a shift toward the upper route for engineering work. An electrified interurban could then link Wilton with the Tri Cities and Muscatine, improving passenger service.

Joe R. Lane Davenport Lane Sweetland Wilton Tri-City Railway Company Rock Island Railroad Company Tri-Cities Muscatine

Dedication Plans Announced For Hare Circle Memorial Dial

The sun dial donated to Durham Parking by the Colonel Hare Circle arrives in Muscatine and will be erected tonight under Oscar Grossheim. A 6:30 pm dedication follows flag raising with Dr. J N Elliott as speaker and Miss Marian Warfield pouring waters from world rivers over the dial.

Durham Colonel Hare Abraham M. Hare Oscar Grossheim Muscatine Marian Warfield Ida Hare Warfield Eunice George H.S. Howe

Blair Lines Announces Sunday Moonlight River Excursions

Due to high demand from Muscatine residents the Blair lines will run weekly Sunday moonlight river trips to Davenport with arrivals in Davenport and Rock Island in time for return rail travel. The steamer departs for Davenport each Sunday night.

Muscatine Blair Lines Davenport Rock Island Daven

Cascarets Promote Biliousness Relief Ads Speak On

An advertisement extols Cascarets as a gentle laxative for biliousness. It promises quick mood lift, reduced headaches, and smoother digestion, urging readers to carry a box and take one immediately. The copy contrasts Cascarets with harsher purgatives and cites doctor approval and natural efficacy.

Complete Flag Raising Plans in Durham Program

General W. L. Davis of Cedar Rapids chairs a Durham flag raising Tuesday at 6 30 pm. Major John Circle presents a large flag to the city as fifty children sing Columbia Gem of the Ocean while the flag is raised. Mrs E B Lewis and a committee organize, with prayer by Rev J C H Light to close.

Durham John Alice Gettert Columbia E. B. Lewis Mother John Circle W. L. Davis Cedar Rapids J. C. H. Light United Brethren Church

Contempt Proceedings Filed Against Local Booze Dealers

District court moved to curb liquor sales with permanent injunctions issued against several offenders. Edward Muenz was arrested for contempt of an injunction on liquor dealings, and Theodore Kuechman faces contempt action after a prior $50 fine for disposing of Centennial Bitters. Writs restrain listed defendants from selling alcohol. Plaintiffs J. C. H. Light and A. S. Henderson name multiple defendants in related actions.

Muscatine Law Enforcement League Edward Or Turkey Muenz O’leary Theodore Kuechman Horan J. C. H. Light Edward Schnering Lemuel Copeland A. S Henderson Frank Milhorn

Cure of eczema and dandruff testimonial for Cuticura products

J Acevedo of New York reports a thirty year dandruff and eczema struggle cured after using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment. He praises the remedies, notes hair loss ceased, and says he will use Cuticura exclusively. The advertisement invites readers to obtain the soap, ointment, and a 32 page care book.

Inez J. Acevedo General Commission Merchant Pearl St New York Potter Drug & Chem Corp Columbus Ave Boston Mass Gale Realy

Civic association to honor park dedication with three services

The Civic association schedules three services with national airs by ors two bands and a gesture from President H A Mudge of Rock Island lines who cannot attend now but will visit later to deliver an address. The park’s funding and upkeep are praised and the public is invited to attend all three services.

Ors Martial Pauchet Civic Association H. A. Mudge Rock Island Lines

Doctor's Medicine Restores Health in Coal City Man

S W Bends of Coal City Alabama suffered twelve years of liver and kidney trouble caused by thieves of health. Dr King's New Life Pills restored his health and offer relief from constipation malaria headaches and dyspepsia. 25 cents at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.

S. W. Bends Coal City Ala Dr. King Havercamp

Steamer St. Paul Tracks Up River Here Sunday

The steamer St. Paul will arrive in St. Paul on Sunday for its second up river trip this season. Freight demand is rising and water levels are aiding schedule times. Last trip carried ten carloads from St. Paul to St. Louis. Warm weather has boosted passenger lists and river tourists are expected in larger numbers next week. The St. Paul offers cafe order meals alongside the regular American plan.

St. Paul St. Louis

Buick Runabout Debuts at Bowman's Garage

Bowman's Garage showcases a new Buick runabout sparking local interest. The modest exposure hints at growing demand for classic models in the area.

Bowman's

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