Library Gift Dominate Muscatine Club Meeting
Members of the Commercial Club discuss the Musser library proposal with Daughters of Rebekahs backing the gift. A nine member committee is urged to push for council action and a special election to establish and fund a free public library in Muscatine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
Daughters of Rebekahs
Musser
Muscatine
Old Library Association
Maccatine
J. M. Gobble
7. L. Hoopes
William Hutting
F. H. Little
W. J. Roach
F. M. Warner
Phil J. Mackey
Adam Funk
J. H. Munroe
Johnston
Muscatine Y M C A Unit Considers Coffee House Plan
Y P C T U in Muscatine weighs opening a non profit coffee house for noon breaks. The executive board met at the Y M C A to discuss a home like space with books and periodicals for workers and shoppers both city and country. Miss Eva Marshal Shantz tours towns amid growing local support and a practical motto guides the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Organization
Temperance Union
Muscatine
South Muscatine
Pilgrim Congregational Church
Eva Marshal Shantz
Towa
Club Names Trio to Gather Facts on Pending Question
A committee consisting of J. L. Hoopes F. A. Neidig and J. F. Devitt was appointed to gather facts pertinent to the question and report to the club at its next meeting. The report will form the basis for a general discussion at that time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Hoopes
F. A. Neidig
J. F. Devitt
Button Workers' Union Elects Officers at Social Meeting
Last night at the Assembly Hall above the post office the Button Workers' Union held its regular business meeting and elected officers for the new term. President G. J. Peck and others were chosen with W. H. Kindler and G. Royster as trustees. The event ended with a social gathering and improvised program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Button Workers’ Union
G. J. Peck
W. H. Hild
Ben. Bierman
Wm. D. Walton
Marion Jones
Chas. Coon
Guardian
W. H. Kindler
Wm. Pohlman
Beggs' German Salve Promises Cure for Piles
E F White of Des Moines Iowa reports after two years of physician treatment no relief from piles a single box of Beggs' German Salve cured him. He claims the doctor advised operation. The note mentions J J Havercamp's as the location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. F. White
Des Moines
Iowa
J.J Havercamp’s
Pioneer Couple Mourns Loss of Fred Phelps
Mrs. M. A. Phelps, 84, writes to the Journal about bereavement after the death of her husband Fred Phelps. The pioneer Muscatine couple were longtime friendly residents, childless with relatives gone long ago, leaving them lonely and saddened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Phelps
Fred Phelps
Mrs. Phelps
Muscatine
Young Colonel Clark Leaves for Mt. Pleasant for Commencement
Colonel J. W. Clark of the 51st Iowa regiment travels from Red Oak to Mt. Pleasant to attend the commencement exercises of his alma mater Iowa Wesleyan University. He formerly served with distinction in the Philippines as captain of Company M and was promoted to colonel in March this year at a notably young age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Clark
51St
Iowa Regiment
Clarence Stafford
Mt. Pleasant
Iowa Wesleyen University
Red Ca
Clark
Philippines
Red Oak
Marc
Capt Thayer Appointed To Lead Muscatine Volunteer Army
Capt Thayer, well known in this city, now takes charge of the Muscatine Volunteer Army work. Capt I Perry had led the effort recently and may take a vacation. a letter has appointed Thayer to oversee the campaign against vice and poverty. Thayer has worked in the city all winter and is favorably known by many residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt. Thayer
Muscatine
I. Perry
Perry
Thayer
Local Notes From Cedar Bethel and Surroundings
Miss Lelia Lane has a new piano. Mrs. Oren Lee visited Friday. Frank George attended the Friday picnic at Fredonia. Earl Bedwell finds Dave Blackenhorn too far to drive. Miss Ella Coder went home Friday and school ends next Friday. Lulu Murray Effie and Eva Lee were in Letts Friday evening. No more croquet at S J Johnson's after 9 oclock. Lyin Murray visits Miss Effie Lee this week. Dotlie George stays in Keota visiting Aunt Mrs Clarence Blake. Many attended practice at Cedar Bethel Friday evening. Children’s entertainment at the church June 24, 1900 is open to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lelia Lane
Oren Lee
Frank George
Fredonia
Earl Bedwell
Dave Blackenhorn
Ella Coder
Lulu Murray
Effie
Eva Lee
Letts
S. J
Effie Lee
Dotlie George
Keota
Iowa
Clarence Blake
Cedar Bethel
Anti-Semitic Unrest Triggers Martial Law in Konitz
Four more infantry units deployed in Konitz Germany as anti Semite disturbances escalate daily and martial law is declared. Authorities warn the trouble may widen beyond the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Konitz
Germany
Thirteenth Annual Train Dispatchers' Convention Opens
The Train Dispatchers' Association holds its thirteenth annual convention at the Kimball Hotel in Atlanta with President F N Schultz presiding. Papers of interest are read as attendees note a larger than expected turnout and discuss methods of telegraph based train movement and mutual aid initiatives.
National Credit Men's Association Opens Convention in Milwaukee
The annual convention was called to order by President John Field of Philadelphia in Milwaukee. Local organizers earned commendation for thorough arrangements. The three day gathering includes separate conferences to discuss topics of interest in the credit field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
National Credit Men's Association
John Field
Philadelphia
Iowa G. A. R. Department Encampment Opens in Davenport
The Illinois Department G. A. R. encampment starts in Davenport at the Kimball House and runs today through tomorrow and Thursday. Officials promise a royal time for the veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Iowa
Ilowa Department G. A. R
Kimball House
Steamer Ilvernia Changes Routes From Liverpool
The Cunard steamer Ilvernia sailed from Liverpool for Boston instead of New York, as on the previous trip. She will henceforth ply regularly between this port and Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liverpool
Eng
Cunard Line
Ilvernia
Boston
New York
Bond Issue Vote Underway in Haddonfield
Voters in Haddonfield New Jersey head to the polls on June 12 to decide if bonds should be issued to fund a complete sewage system improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haddonfield
N. J
Hero Today
An Okoboji Outing Offer Then Available
An invitation to obtain a booklet describing Okoboji and Spirit Lakes with rates for hotels and boarding houses. The flyer urges sending orders before spaces fill, promoting private cottages and commodious hotels as ideal outing spots. Jno G Farmer signs as A G P T A B C R N Ry Cedar Rapids IA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okoboji
Spirit Lakes
Jno
G. Farmer
C. R
N. Ry
Cedar Rapids
Democratic State Convention Opens in Milwaukee
The Wisconsin Democratic Convention began in Milwaukee on June 12 with plans to endorse William Jennings Bryan for the presidential nomination. Delegates gathered to hear platform discussions and align on party priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Democratc
Bryan
Beggs Blood Purifier Endorsed By Newton Resident
E F Andrews of Newton Kansas reports Beggs Blood Purifier has been a standard spring medicine in his family for twenty years. He claims it permanently cures all skin and blood disorders and notes it is sold at J J.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
E. F. Andrews
Newton
Kan
J. J. Havercamp
Pioneer Cure Claim Draws Mrs Stiles Praise
Mrs. Wm. Stiles of Glenwood Colorado says heart action is normal and stronger after discarding doctors and patent medicines. She touts Mull's Pioneer Cure for female trouble as miraculous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mull
Wm. Stiles
Glenwood
Col
Also Mentioned on This Page
Society
Masonic
J Picarotta
W. M. A.W. MorGean
Hawkeye Lodge
Sumner G. Sharstt
W. M
K. T
M. L. Mikesell
E.C. de
O. F
Miriam Lodge
D. of R
Prairie Encampment
Muscatine Lodge
Speer
Second
Cedar Streets
Cedar Street
M. W. OF
Aee of
America
Frank Gooto
V.c. Clayeneese
Court of Honor
Muscatine Camp
Woodman Hall
S. E. Fox
R.C. Schenck
Bend City
Modern Brotherhood of America
H. Cosgrovs
G. W. Colerston
Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming Lodge
UH. of R
K. of P. Hall
Iowa Avenue
J. C. Coster
C. C. H. S. Howe
K. of R
Eagle Lodge
Second Street
S. R. Amlong
M. W
Redman Hall
Shammo Hall
E. O'Brien
T. J. Grant
Maccabee Hall
Vlach
Henry H. Fack
J. W. Hann
Ladies OF the Maccabees
Muscatine Hive
No. 13
Macabee Hall
Fisch's
W. D. Hine
Mary E. Peck
Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
Woodman Ball
Q. T. Howard
Pres
Bankers’ Union OF the World
First National Bank
O. L. Peyeatt
N. W. Meyers
Electa
E. S
Mks
L. E. Gres
Ter
Emma Mantove
Sec’y
Thos. Brown
Clymer A. Coldren
Ofice
East Second Giice
John M.kemble
J. W. McKee
Dratkworth's Drug Store
East Seconda Street
B Thompson
Sue Browning
W. B. Thompson
Life Insurance, Reéal Estate and Loans
Iowa Ave
A. Carekaddan
Burke, Carskaddan & Burk
Lowa
West Second Street
T. R. Fitzgerald
Liershey State Bank
Lowa Avenue
G. M. Titus
D. ¥. Jackson
Titus & Jackson
Hoffman Jayne
Hoffman
Scott Ricoman
E. F. Rickman
Richman & Richman
H. J. Dean
OR. J
Kulp
Seconda Street
Cook, Musser & Co.'s Bank
Towa Avenue
MR. Johnston
Greenville
Miss
St. Louis
G. H. Johnston
Button Workers Union
National Credit Men’s Association
Ivernia
Cypress
Woodlawn
Ality
Colver
John J. Havercamp
Lewis
J.B. Lewis Company
Boston, Masse
Dillaway’s Crockery Store
East 2d St
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!