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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1917
Page
3
The piece argues that true patriotism demands more than military service and urges citizens to financially support the war through liberty bonds. It claims the government needs funds and emphasizes that every patriot should contribute to the funding effort to sustain national liberty and victory.
Morcatino's reputation is cited as a call to action for the community to back the Liberty Loan. The notice urges subscriptions by June 1 and stresses youth enlistment, homefront duty, and the need for financial sacrifice to defeat German militarism. It urges immediate action, appeals to banks, and warns that delay leads to defeat.
A late war bulletin reports Allied superiority on the Western Front as German counterthrusts fail and British and French artillery drive back raids. Isonzo successes aid AustriaHungary while German morale drops. revolutions and public unrest threaten Kaiser’s regime as Russia and other foes seek peace before America’s entry shifts balance.
A Muscatine campaign asks residents to save waste paper for the Red Cross to aid soldiers. Citywide collections promise a $200 monthly saving by conserving materials, with arrangements in place for regular pickup and disposal.
June 11 report notes Jack Dillon from Indianapolis entering Navy service. Local ceremony honors Dillon as he begins naval duty.
An advertisement touts Pineapple Pepsin Compound as a remedy for stomach issues including sour stomach bloating and nervous symptoms. It claims digestion aids from pineapple juice and pepsin, with approval by Neapot Drug Day and endorsements in a dated public notice style.
Attorney debates Wyatt & Co. future as Paul Morrill plans new ventures and Edna aids a risky breakthrough. Carleton Davies returns, scheming revenge, while Morrill resolves to prove himself with a pivotal invention amid pressure from Wyatt.
In a tense scuffle, a man uses a mop to subdue a would-be murderer, flinging the assailant through a doorway and window. The attacker, shocked by the improvised weapon, attempts escape but is recaptured the next day. The boastful defense leads to a pledge of partnership and personal vindication for Paul Merrill.
David Rothschild, aged 66, a former Muscatine and Davenport resident, died in Chicago on Saturday. Funeral services were held today at his Chicago residence. Born in Gar Many in 1851, he moved to Davenport in 1887, later starting his own company in Chicago. He is survived by his widow and several relatives in Germany, including two sisters.
Miacatino witnessed Wo local Woodmen lodge foresters perform drill evolutions at Wead park in the afternoon. The group impressed spectators and earned approval as they prepare for the national Woodmen convention, with Chicago involvement hoped for and aims to bring back high prizes for efficiency.
An organization of buttag workers formed at a meeting held at the Trade and Labor Assembly Hall in the afternoon, recording attendance and aims.
A newspaper health column discusses nervous dyspepsia linked to overwork and social stress, noting various stomach and digestion issues and suggesting a nitrate of liver treatment. It also touches on facial hair growth myths and advises readers to seek doctor guidance while the columnist signs as Dr Hover and Dr Joby L D Huu.
Case continued until Wednesday due to the county attorney's absence. The hearing involved Charnes, Ed Morrow Jr, Pred Wilson, and J.C. Coxter with counter charges and an altercation with Patrolman Humphries. An Ed Morrow arrest led to related discussions at a United Brethren Sunday school excursion.
Mr. and Mrs. Wirtz narrowly escaped serious injuries Saturday evening when their auto was struck as they passed a streetcar on Main Street near Mulberry. The Wirtzs were thrown to the pavement. Mrs. Wirtz suffered a sprain while Mr. Wirtz was unhurt. Dr. Tydet eridge treated Mrs. Wirtz.
Ludi Bosten of the A Muse U and J C Wittmin of the American theatre left this morning for Des Moines to attend the Exhibitors Motion Petre convention to be held Monday Menday and Wednesday of the current week.
Practical guidance for housewives on preserving fruit juices for jelly using sterilized jars. Includes methods to avoid sugar, combine ripe fruits with jelling varieties, and store juices for 9 to 18 months with careful sealing and heat treatment. Guidance cites Department of Agriculture tests on jelly texture and safety.
Public notice announces the Mulberry Avenue street improvement cost for City of Muscatine Iowa. The city recorder’s office holds the plat and schedule detailing costs assessable to properties. Objections in writing to the assessment must be filed by the specified deadline with the city recorder.
Notice is given that an instrument purporting to be the last will and testament of Jucos Minder, late of Mascatine County, has been opened and read by the Clerk of the District Court. A hearing for probate is set for June 5, 1517, at the District Court, where any interested person may appear and contest admission of the will.
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