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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1907
Page
2
The passage reviews Hayes Robbins for the Atlantic piece on the labor problem highlighting direct contact between workers and employers or foremen. It argues that workers must have a right to conference with the boss as a safety valve to prevent strikes and secure peace and happiness in daily life.
The July Popular Magazine presents H B Marriott Watsons new adventure novel The Devil's Pulpit hailed as matching Treasure Island in spirit. The cruise to hidden treasure unfolds aboard a strange ship with a reckless captain who shuns rules in favor of bold, rule bending exploits.
Collier's summarizes a four hour country walk by the president and Mr. Fairbanks delayed at Akron. As they toured spring lanes they drank buttermilk at Frank Thomas's farm and watched a ball game at Mrs. Wenchter's, while speculating on what they were thinking and what distinction might exist between their thoughts.
At Fair Grounds Park a large crowd watched Muscatine fall 6 to 2 to Iowa City. Pitcher Berer dominated with speed and accuracy as Muscatine errors and poor timing ruined scoring chances while Woods held the locals in check amid a streaky contest.
Montpelier residents and visitors share a week of calls and visits with Davenport friends and relatives. Obituary records indicate William Carpenter died Saturday, with services held Tuesday at Pleasant Prairie church and interment at Parr cemetery.
Cedar Valley residents and relatives visited county seat and nearby towns over the weekend. Mr and Mrs John Millis and daughter traveled to the county seat while Mr and Mrs A J La Tourette of Barfield called on Mrs L and family. Mrs M G Swain and Mrs Elmer McGowan visited friends in Atalissa. Miss Violet Storr of Tipton is visiting her aunt Mrs Lee Gienn and Miss Edna Stephens went to Muscatine to attend institute.
Advertises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a cure for stomach liver and bowel disorders. Claims it cleanes bowels tones stomach improves digestion relieves headaches and prevents fever diseases. Endorsed by Bruceville postmaster Ridgill and engineer Burns noting easy cost and broad health benefits.
A brief notice indicates items offered for sale at Havercamp s Prescription Drug Store. The readability is limited but names Havercamp s Pharmacy and the location implied by the store designation.
Firemen held a grand ball at Hare's Hall and a moonlight river excursion after a city celebration. Hundreds attended. many rode the Columbia steamer, and a train carried home the visiting firefighters and friends amid cheers after an eventful day. A large ball game drew crowds in the afternoon.
Ollie Thomas, son of William Thomas, suffers rheumatism. James Rhean and child from Alado visit Johnie Cannam. Miss Lulu Moorehead of Illinois City stays with Stella Thomas. Mrs. Kelley returns from Rock Island visit. Ab Johnson of Illinois City visits son George. Rosa Brayton of Illinois City visits Will Brayton. Mrs. Will Parker, ill, stays with sister Mrs. Will Schnier. James Sedam of Illinois City visits daughter Mrs. Fred Kelley. Ellen Morrow and daughter Drev of Illinois City visit nearby. Fran Thomas and daughter Stella visit Muscatine. Ice cream social at Illinois City draws many locals. Children’s day program at Illinois City postponed to Sun Jun 16 due to weather.
Miss Mabel Noble closed her Winter’s Creek school with a picnic. many locals attended. A large Mannon group joined the Masonic excursion to Rock Island on Thursday. Mrs Emma Furlong and son from Weaver WV visited her parents Friday. W F M S cleaned the church Friday. Fern Thomason of Jor visited Mrs Ed Rooth. Mrs Con Lutz of Muscatine returned home after visiting her parents with Goldie Pratt. Children’s Day is planned for Sunday afternoon June 16 with suitable exercises. A lawn social at Mrs M N Flemings Saturday June 15 offers ice cream and cake.
City officials are urged to proclaim Flag Day on June 14 with nationwide observance requested by the American Flag Association. The message calls on governors mayors teachers editors and citizens to hold public exercises and pledge loyalty to the flag as a symbol of liberties and unity.
Mrs. Young of Clay City New York nearly poisoned by constipation. Dr King’s New Life Pills cured her. 25 cents. Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
Springdale and nearby areas see visits fromหลาย residents and students. Frank and Minnie Pearson attend normal in Tipton Iowa while Lillian and Hal McCann begin U I commencement in Iowa City. Edith Branson visits sister Mrs Wilkins, Francis Davidson visits sister Mrs Moore, Mollie Finley visits friends, Helen McCann visits son Henry, Jont Maxson visits Springdale, Henry Phelps spends summer with relatives, Myrtle Barstow travels to Cedar Falls before returning to Superior for summer. The district Sunday School convenes.
A Springdale convention will be held at the Friends church on June 15 1907 with Dr Starbuck of Iowa City addressing the gathering. Mrs Fogg and Misses Embree visit relatives while Rev Brown gives a chalk talk. The Willing Workers meet for sewing and the Culture club holds a business meeting. Mr and Mrs J Z Williams welcome a new boy. Grace Harnes vacations with her grandmother in Rochester and Lewis Bailey moves to the Wells property in Springdale.
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