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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1915
Page
4
The main dining room at Hotel Muscatine was closed last evening and will stay shut until late August or early September, per a statement this morning by Manager Harry Boose. The plan appears to be seasonal reopening.
Washington June 11 Lt Brauer and crew from the German commerce raider Prinz Eitel Friedrich left the ship before internment and have not returned to Norfolk. A DOJ inquiry follows a Treasury report stating they were not on parole since internment was not completed, though Captain Thierichens had arranged shore leave for officers.
The operating company plans to close the main dining room in summer and offer cafe service in the quick room to save on staff. The departure of the Pringle Sisters orchestra marked the first hint, as patrons preferred the Finch room during warmer months.
The grave note from Washington to Germany, indicating misinformed conclusions about Lusitania guns, invites Germany to submit evidence on American inspection thoroughness. The altered document surfaced after Bryan saw it, and Acting Secretary Lansing attended the cabinet, following Wilson’s request. Marshall praises the note.
The Red Men held their annual election of officers and selected delegates to the Great Council in Des Moines for October 11 to 12. Officers chosen included Prophet C. G. Bennett, Sachem D. Sieck, Senior Sagamore Vern Rittenhouse, and Junior Sagamore L. B. Cunningham. Delegates named to the state council were W. D. Hine Ed Hagerman Albert Vetter Fred Ray A. Reams G. C. Hageman S. G. Bemmett C. W. Opelt and James Quinn Gent. Marshall.
An advertisement touts Sargalia tablets for weight gain claiming malnutrition prevents fat absorption and that artificial nutrition via Sargalia with meals converts sugars and starches into nourishment. It cites gains of 10 to 25 pounds per month, warns against use by those unwilling to gain weight, and lists Barpol as the cold remedy.
The United States reiterates that sinking the Lusitania without warning violated principles of humanity and international law. It warns Germany to honor noncombatant lives and to seek accommodation with Britain, offering to assist in negotiations while stressing that American rights cannot be sacrificed.
The report notes a purchase in a Quincy restaurant linked to U S interests, with comments that the German government may adopt measures to protect American lives. Henry Schaefer, a former local pool room owner, is mentioned in relation to safeguarding arrangements and actions on West Second.
Washington on June 11 reports say war department orders delay three regiments from the border to the Philippines due to possible interference by local Mexican officials and to keep options open for enforcing presidential instructions. Regiments affected are the Fifteenth Cavalry at Fort Bliss Texas the Twenty-Seventh Infantry at Galveston and the Ninth Cavalry at Fort Douglas Arizona.
Storefronts unveil new summer clothing lines with lightweight fabrics and bright patterns. Retailers highlight affordable basics alongside trend pieces, inviting shoppers to refresh wardrobes for warm weather and upcoming events.
W D Mahon international president of the street car union arrived in Chicago to lead talks with city officials. The union demands substantial wage increases and has rejected arbitration after the previous award three years ago. Mayor Thompson arranged a meeting set for tomorrow as Mahon reviews union demands.
A truncated historical item shows a mention of Robert Lansing as acting Secretary of State with an incomplete quote on assurances and American ships. The fragment points to diplomatic language but lacks full context or dates.
Street resident becomes owner of a Quincy restaurant and lunch room after Schaefer’s departure two weeks ago. Local friends report he is progressing well in the new line of business. The Journal notes a 10 cent weekly price.
Noblesville resident W R Fox reports kidney trouble lasting months improved after using Foley Kidney Pills. He cites relatives and unsolicited nationwide letters praising the remedy as cleansing the kidneys and alleviating backache rheumatism and bladder issues.
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