Three Men Held on Express Car Break-In Habeas Action
William Lowrey, Thomas Murphy and James Bohen, held for six weeks on alleged express car entry at this station, may be released in a few days. They faced a May 8 arrest by Captain Dollarlhide and a grand jury bound over, with attorney C A W Kent pursuing release. Similar habeas efforts are expected for three West Liberty men, E W Scott F W Thomas and John Alden, cited for selling medicine without a pharmacist license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lowrey
Thomas Murphy
James Bohen
Dollarhide
C. A. W. Kent
Rowan
West Liberty
E. W. Scott
F. W. Thomas
John Alden
Leysen Shoe Store Promotes Stylish Low Shoes
A Leysen Shoe Store invoice promotes new stylish slippers and oxford shoes in guaranteed patent leathers at cut prices. See them before you buy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leysen Shoe Store
Wilson's Shoe Store
W R C Society Meeting At Mrs Berry’s South Muscatine
The W. R. C. industrial group met at Mrs. J. Berry’s on Nebraska street with 50 to 60 members. They sewed tags and enjoyed entertainment by Mrs. J. Berry Miss Alberta Berry and Mrs. Wm. Stewart. Refreshments were served around 4 30 and many departed as a shower began. Piano pieces were performed for the group’s enjoyment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. C. Industrial
J. Berry
Nebraska Street
South Muscatine
Alberta Berry
Wm. Stewart
Ice Cream Night Ahead at Hackers for Fourth
Residents are urged to place orders early for ice cream on the Fourth at Hacker's. The event promises crowd favorites and quick pickup to celebrate Independence Day with treats and community goodwill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hacker's
Balance Sheet Exposes Bank Liabilities and Deposits
The document outlines paid up capital stock total deposits including sight and time deposits, undivided profits, surplus and other on hand funds. It lists total liabilities of 916,428.95 dollars with figures for borrowers and endorsers by directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Nat'l. Bank
New York
Commercial National Bank
Chicago
Drover’s National Bk
First
National Bank, Daven Obe
Csc .Es.teuses
Iowa Eee Bank
Daven
Sds Na Lonas
Special sale of Lewis Picturesque Muscatines items
The Journal offers Lewis Picturesque Muscatines books at 15 cents each to all subscribers with no advance payment. New subscribers can obtain them by three months of subscription, and existing subscribers may buy unlimited copies at the reduced price. Former price 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Lewis
Muscatines
Hammock bargains and local shopping notes in the city
A dense list of merchants and items appears with ads and brief items. It notes Hammock bargains at The Maze, Beefs and Wines at Wheeler's, Freye's Colfax mineral water at C Otto and Son's, Leona Letts visiting Columbus Junction, and various shop specials and arrivals around East Fifth Street including Wilson's Shoe Store and Bodman’s fresh produce. The piece also mentions travel of local residents and a golf handicap series starting this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freye
C. Otto and Son's
Bryan and Cleveland stir party harmony talks
Lincoln report cites Bryan accusing Wall Street of forcing harmony with Cleveland. Washington notes Cleveland’s speech praised by House Democrats with Floor Leader Richardson calling it pointed and united. The House is expected to accept the Spooner amendment on the isthmian canal, though not yet canvassed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Bryan
the Commoner
Hill
Cleveland
Wall Street
Washington
House
Richardson
Farm near Melpine with first class improvements
Farm of 160 acres with good first class improvements located near Melpine in this county. Good soil, somewhat rolling, but desirable and cheap at $65 per acre. This farm joins land that can't be bought for $100 per acre. Fred S. Pentzer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melpine
Fred S. Pentzer
Wreck on Northern Pacific Kills Six on Siding at Staples
Six people dead and four injured after a collision of two Northern Pacific passenger trains on a Staples siding early this morning. Names of the deceased include Fireman Geo Rasmussen, Conductor Noble, Baggageman Mueller, Ernest Schultz, Walter Scott, and an unknown tramp. Injured include Harry Ziegler and three trainmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Northern Pacific
Staples
Geo Rasmussen
Noble
Mueller
Ernest Schultz
Walter Scott
Harry Ziegler
Haugen Renominated in Fourth District Contest
Charles City report notes Gilbert N. Haugen of Northwood was renominated for congress over Duncan Rule of Cerro Gordo by 185 to 15. Rule carried only Cerro Gordo and will stay in the race to push his bid for two years when Haugen is expected not to seek another term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles City
Gilbert N. Haugen
Northwood
Duncan Rule
Cerro Gordo
Rule
Haugen
Viaduct Collapse in Iowa City Kills Cattle
A Rock Island viaduct in Iowa City collapsed today causing twenty cattle to plunge about forty feet. Several animals were killed and others injured in the incident reported June 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Rock Island
American Telephone seeks franchise in Muscatine after Burlington win
The American Telephone and Telegraph company narrowly failed to secure a long distance franchise in Muscatine but won one in Burlington. The council passed the ordinance and sent it to voters on the 10th. about 15 residents opposed it. Muscatine remains the only city where the firm has not secured entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Muscatine
Burlington
Farms for Sale with Varied Prices and Location
Well located farms with rich soil and solid improvements listed by Fred S. Pentzer. Prices shown include 165 acres at 80, 320 at 75, 200 at 68, 160 at 70, 220 at 60, 320 at 6714, and 160 at 65.
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Fred S. Pentzer
Low Summer Excursion Rates to St Paul and Minneapolis
The Iowa Central railway offers place tickets at very low rates to St Paul Minneapolis and Minnesota resorts with return valid through October 31. The Minnesota summer resorts are praised for health and recreation and fishing opportunities. Consult Iowa Central agents for further details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Iowa Central Railway
Minnesota
Iowa Central
Otte and Son's Rio Coffee Offered at Ten Cents
C Otte and Son's advertises Rio coffee priced at ten cents per pound. The copy praises the product as good and urges customers to request the coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Otte and Son's
Farmers' Co-Operative Creamery Firm Dissolved in Iowa
The Farmers' Co-Operative Creamery company of South English has been dissolved per records, ending its business operations and legal existence in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Farmers’ Co-Operative Creamery Company of
South English
Mistook His Man A cautious American tourist aboard a Paris to Nice train encounters a card expert
A cautious American traveler sharing a berth with a stranger suspects a professional gambler after repeated games and a cryptic threat. The man identifies himself as Lord Russell of Kilowen, the English chief justice, revealing the danger of a possible con. The tale ends with a vivid note on a passenger’s singing posture aboard a ship and a separate item from the New York Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nice
Lord Russel of
Kil’owen
England
The Old Time Derby Compared with Modern Travel
In 1780 spectators walked or rode to Epsom, lodging was common, and racing began midmorning with a long day of viewing. Today fashionables ride by rail, lunch in Pall Mall, attend the Derby, and return home for tea and papers, all in one day.
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Surrey
Westminster
Epsom
John Gilpin
Pall Mall
Edward Spencer
How to Prepare Baked Milk for Invalids
Guidance from St. Louis Republic on feeding the sick suggests avoiding very sweet or sour foods and favoring milk. Raw milk is often unsuitable. baked milk becomes thick as cream after eight to ten hours in a moderately hot oven, using two quarts of milk in a jar wrapped with writing paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Micr Singing Pose On Ocean Liner Captivates Passengers
A woman aboard an ocean liner drew attention by singing during crossings, captivating fellow travelers as she performed repeatedly in public spaces.
A Question of Degree In a London Shop Window
A playful dialogue in a London shop where a suave young shopwalker clarifies mourning etiquette. A polite exchange unfolds as a lady explains her brother in law has died and the shopwalker offers guidance with quiet wit.
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London
Teaspot quips on pocket handkerchief catch
Teaspot jokes about women carrying pocket handkerchiefs in pocketbooks. Hunter asks for clarity and Teaspot recalls a woman offering to carry money, noting he gave her ten dollars on the spot.
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Hunter
Detroit Free Press
Square and Frank Culture Bring Honest Happiness, Says School Master
A school master extols the value of plain living as true culture and happiness. He argues sincerity and straightforward conduct define cultured life, contrasting it with affectation and cunning. The remark frames culture as practical virtue.
Scarce Declaration of Independence Facsimiles Worth More
A Philadelphia collector paid $10 for a Declaration of Independence facsimile used in western railroad advertising. The original document remains in Washington but is fading. photographic reproductions have little value. McBride made plates and held a copyright in 1874, but they were destroyed by fire and none survive.
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Philadelphia
Western
Department of State
Washington
James D. McBride
Philadelphia Record
Drury Lane Fame From Drurys to Nell Gwynn
Drury Lane is linked to the Drury family and Clare market to Lord Clare. The theater’s pantomimes and famed performers are noted. Nell Gwynn, the flower girl, rose to influence the Merrie Monarch, with Pepys calling her Pretty Nell and recalling her at Drury Lane.
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Drury Lane
Drurys
Clare Market
Lord Clare
Drury Lan Theater
Nell Gwynn
Pepys
Nell
Cassidy Kearney’s Prising Job Praised by Speakers
Philadelphia Press notes Cassidy Kearney is doing well in his prising job while Casey predicts he will not last long. The exchange claims Cassidy appears decent and sober since taking the role two years ago, with confidence he will be correct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cassidy—Kearney
Casey
Cassidy
Philadelphia Press
Cultivate Patience Advice From Atchison Globe
A reflective aphorism from the Atchison Globe urges growing patience with age as the sole talent expected in later years. The quote emphasizes enduring restraint and steady personal development.
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Atchison Globe
Ancient copper boat unearthed near Des Peres river at St Louis expo site
A visitor reports digging crews at the 1904 St Louis exposition found a 20 foot long copper and zinc boat buried in a high bank by a bend in the Des Peres river. The vessel resembles a yawl and appears seaworthy though its age and origin remain unknown.
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St. Louis
Des Peres
Fine Farm for Sale in Iowa on 165 Acres
165 acres of black soil lies level and nearly unbeatable. Improvements totaling 4000 dollars. Located two miles from a good station and two miles from another. Proximity to Muscatine. Bargain price of 80 dollars per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Good Station
Muscatine
Fred S. Pentzer
Miner James Johes Killed In Sailor Mine Tragedy
Des Moines Iowa June 20 James Johes colored thirty died from a self inflicted wound in the Sailor mine at eleven this morning. It is believed he returned after one project and was shot by accident while handling a mine tool. He leaves three children.
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James Johes
Des Moines
Sailor Mine
Tragic Self-Nat Negligence Claims Life
A man died from a self-inflicted gunshot, declared the result of his own negligence. He was married with three children left behind.
For Rent: Business Room and Dwelling Flat on Second Street
A classified notice announces rental space listing by C. E. Richards. It specifies a business room and a dwelling flat located on Second Street, inviting inquiries from prospective tenants.
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Second Street
C. E. Richards
Ground breaks for new Congregational church at Mitchellville
Ground has been broken for the new eight thousand dollar Congregational church at Mitchellville. The project marks a sizable investment by the town and church members in a long awaited community house of worship.
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Mitchellville
William A Townsend Banker's Death in Lake City
William A Townsend a prominent banker of Lake City died after a long illness. The report notes his stature in local finance and his leadership roles within the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Townsend
Lake City
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State of Iowa
Muscatine County
J. L. Gesler
J. H. Kaiser
S. L. Johnson
J.L. Git Si.er
John H. Kaiser
J. Ll. Giesier
M. W. Stapleton
F. H. Littie
F. W. Swan Ant
Wheeler's
Henry Jayne
Little Son
Leona Letts
Columbus Junction
Carrie Shammo
Bodman’s
Maud Nissley
Sterling, Neb
City
East Fifth Street
Mattie Robison
Ruth Winder
Wapello
Wilson’s Shoe Store
Hacker
Harriet Meskimen
Pittsburg
W. S. Richie
G. O. Morgridge
J. G. Brendel
Clara Wehmeyer
Davenport
W. H. Heppe
D. D
Christian Heppe
Mt. Pleasant
Cora Phoenix
Blanche Woods
L. Angersbach’s
S. F. Boke
East Hill
James Figg
Musserville
Otto and Son
Townsend
Nebraska Potographers’ Association
Omaha
C. Otto and Son
Paris
the Stran
Micr
Drary Lane
Geo. Kranz
Leading Florist
K.P. Building
Fine Farm
R. S. Rice
Nichols, Ia
Peasley
Apply Home Tea Co
Malta
D. McCurdy
East Second Street
Muscatine, Iowa
Joe Wilson
EV. Brandenburg
Muscatine Lumber & Box Co
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