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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
8
A tailor promotes made to order suits from a choice line of striped flannels and exclusive patterns. He warns against ill fit as a fatal defect and offers a fine line of three button sacks for summer wear priced from $23.00 and up.
J H Cosgrove promotes his shop located at 110 East 2d Street with up stairs access. The notice highlights his position as a trusted local merchant serving the community.
The schedule lists departures from the company office at 5:50 and 6:00 a.m. with 20 minute intervals to 11:00 p.m. from various points including South Muscatine Park Place Fair Grounds Cemetery and special Sunday times. The last car at 11:10 p.m. travels to the switch and car house with no passenger deliveries. Sundays start at 8:00 a.m. and run every 30 minutes to 10:00 a.m. then every 20 minutes to 9:00 p.m. and half hour to 10:00 from the office.
The census effort in Muscatine continues beyond the two week goal in cities over 8 000. Ward by ward reporting shows A F Demorest and P M Hoffman finishing in the First Ward while Capt A K Raff in the Second faces a delay due to large territory. Third Ward workers A J Neidig and O D Longstreth expect to finish next week with scattered outskirts consuming more time. Fourth Ward’s Baird and Loet near completion with Baird hoping to finish soon.
The Wall Paper News and Interior Decorator praises R. A. Holmes of this city for a novel ad idea. It reproduces a facsimile of his Next Week hang ad once run in the Evening Journal. The piece notes the striking approach compared with typical ten cent wallpaper promises.
Buffalo Prairie reports the death of Joseph Close, nephew of Simon Marple and wife, who accidentally drowned after falling into a large jar of water. The community extends sympathy to Mr and Mrs Close amid their great sorrow. A hall dance is planned this evening for the benefit of those affected.
The community closes a successful term led by Miss Emma Ziher with strong parent and pupil support. Several students had perfect attendance while an ice cream social raised funds for the church, featuring the New Era Band. Mrs. Henry Agar visits from Killduff and others attend Davenport encampment. Gary Barnes and Charlotte Goodhand return from travels.
Melpine notes report S C Kelly returning from Chicago with his daughter and two Rockford children. Several locals attend a children’s day program. church and decorations praised. Furloughs cover visits to Davenport and Blue Grass. Road work and social visits fill the week as Mrs Brownawell and others host and travel.
The Ladies' Missionary Society held an ice cream and Strawberry supper Friday night for the benefit of India, drawing a large crowd and clearing $27. The town saw multiple building projects and local visits as workers prepare for sowing and repairs. Rev Teal of the Congregational church will wed Miss Henn of Muscatine on Wednesday.
Anyone desiring to engage in business that pays well will find it to their interest to call upon us. Titus and Jackson.
Historic ad touts Mull’s Lightning Pain Killer claiming instant relief for internal and external aches. Advertises two bottle sizes 25c and 50c with instruction to ask your druggist.
The Rev Peter J Thiel and Miss Mona L Henn were married at the bride’s Woodlawn avenue home at eight pm in a large gathering. The groom, a promising minister, leads the Congregational church at Grandview. The couple will reside in Grandview with a wedding supper following.
Mr J Harris Brown wed Miss Ella Burrows at the bride's parents home in Lime City on Tuesday evening June 12. Miss Edith Burrows served as bridesmaid and John Sloane of Maquoketa acted as best man. Rev M W Williams of Des Moines performed the ceremony. The couple will reside in Maquoketa where Brown is in the drug business. After a northern journey they will be at home to friends.
Arthur M. Barnhart and Stella J. LaZelle announced their wedding to be held at the bride’s mother residence at 5331 Greenwood Avenue. Barnhart, connected with Barnhart Brothers and Spindler type foundry, once worked in the Chicago newspaper trade and is a stockholder in the Oat Meal Company.
The Iowa delegation travels by train with three Pullmans decorated with banners to back Dolliver for vice president. W J Foach and Chicago delegates accompany the group as Iowa supporters anticipate a strong campaign and possible nomination impact at the Philadelphia convention. The atmosphere shifts from quiet to spirited as delegates aim to influence the outcome.
B C R & N railroad offers a round trip single fare from all Iowa points to Davenport Iowa for the State Encampment G A R in June. Sale dates June 1 12 13 14 with return to June 16. Contact nearest agent for details. Jno G Farmer A G P T A B Co B B & Nu By Cedar Rapids Iowa. Heart action now normal says Mrs Wm Stiles Glenwood Iowa.
Iowa Central Railway announces round trip rates for three major conventions. Prohibition event in Chicago June 27 28 priced at one and one third fare with sales June 25 26 27 and return by July 2 1900. Democratic convention in Kansas City July 4 also at one and one third fare with sales July 2 3 4 and return by July 10. For details contact agents or Geo S Batty Marshalltown Iowa G P T A.
The piece extols Marquette Michigan as a charming summer retreat reached via the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. It notes healthful location scenery hotels and immunity from hay fever making a visit to the copper country appealing. A pamphlet The Lake Superior Country offers more details.
An old advertisement touts Mull's Lightning Cough Cure as a quick remedy for coughs and lung trouble, claiming safety for children and prices of 25c and 50c. It urges readers to consult their druggist for purchase.
On June 20 July 9 17 and August 1 special excursions offer round trip tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Salt Lake City and Ogden at a single fare plus 2 dollars. Tickets limited for return to October 31st. Call any B C R N Ry ticket agent or write Jno G Farmer Cedar Rapids IA for details.
The remark notes a stereotype about women as talkative when nothing else occupies them. It reflects dated attitudes and likely appears in a social column or column gossip tone. The piece centers on general behavior rather than a specific event or person.
A.public notice from the A B O Osteopathy college at Kirksville Missouri announces readiness to treat diseases in men and women without drugs. It cites circulation of vital fluids as a cause of illness and offers free consultation and examination for thirty days with office hours 9 pm to 6 pm except Sunday.
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