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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1908
Page
7
Short items note Mrs. W. W. Williams of Fredonia and others shopping in Muscatine, visits between Letts and Wilton, and travels to Davenport Chicago Louisville and Roanoke. Mentions births, insurance, wiring, a cantata, and musical studies, with several named residents and destinations.
Republican leaders say the 1908 presidential race will focus in the Midwest states Illinois Indiana Iowa Minnesota Wisconsin Kansas Nebraska and Ohio with fears that Taft may lose ground to Bryan if the Denver convention nominates him. Senator Dolliver of Iowa touted as potential VP pick. middle west loyalty to Roosevelt programs cited as reason for shift.
The funeral for Robert Carson took place Thursday at one in the Reformed church, led by Rev. Calvin Foster of Columbus Junction. Carson, born January 13, 1832 in Blount County Tennessee, died June 7 1908 at his Lone Tree home aged 76 years 4 months and 24 days. He lived in Louisa county before moving to Lone Tree in 1906. Burial was in Foster cemetery Louisa County. He leaves a wife and an adopted son Robert in Louisa County.
A sentence fragment cites a plan to avoid needing a New York man for second place on the ticket. The context implies political maneuvering within a local slate and seeks a more suitable regional alternative.
W R Ward of Dyersburg Tennessee reports Foley's Urino Laxative cured his chronic constipation. He calls it a thorough practical remedy and offers his conscientious reference. A W Morgan Druggist confirms the testimonial.
Sufferers with lung trouble learn Dr Kings New Discovery will help them. Available at Havercamps Prescription Drug Store for 50 cents and 1.00.
L B Boswell of Quincy Illinois secretary of the Upper Mississippi River Improvement Association issues a circular urging strong turnout at the October Clinton Iowa convention. He notes Congress adjourned without action on inland waterways and outlines Roosevelt administration support and the need for united advocacy to secure river and harbor improvements, reservoirs, and reforestation.
A newspaper notice touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease requiring constitutional treatment. The ad promises a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure and urges sending for testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. in Toledo, with druggists selling the remedy at 75 cents and recommending Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Ora Sanderson traveled to Cedar Rapids to visit his son Charles. Rev H C Millice, former Conesville pastor, preached locally before returning to Reasnor Indiana. Frances Gay and Elsie Owens returned from relatives travels as Em ery Bailey joined W A Mincher household. Mrs Robert Owen and daughter Gertrude visited F B Gay, H H English has house painted with Albert Moyer doing the work. Ward Bechtel family report an Ohio visit and planned return to resume services next Sunday. John Butcher took his two sons Harry and Ward to the children’s stage in town.
Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Crow and children Bertha and Harold attended the funeral of the little baby of Mr. and Mrs. Thos Gideon and returned to Muscatine. Miss Grace Stickney visited Alatissa to spend days with Mrs Theo Schwab. The M E Aid society met with Mrs C B Horton and added about 12 to the treasury.
Muscatine Shriners expect to attend the Imperial council meeting at St Paul July 12 18 and will travel with their brothers on several occasions G M Titus is a delegate Davenport will send a large delegation Kansas City has a special Rock Island train likely to pass Muscatine July 13 with possible Muscatine accommodations and Kaaba Temple Davenport also seeking a special for Muscatine attendees
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure and comfort for incipient and advanced consumption. Claims relief for patients and urges to refuse any but the genuine product. Attributed to A. W. Morgan, Druggist.
A compact note highlights the splendid biscuits featuring Gold eda Berry. The item praises taste and presentation, pointing to a bake showcase and the creator’s skill in crafting decorative biscuits.
A brisk sales pitch urging readers to choose durable plumbing repairs that reduce ongoing costs. The ad promises lasting quality and reasonable prices, inviting customers to visit.
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