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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1911
Page
2
Motor car owners in Iowa face delays as incomplete license applications are discarded. Secretary of State Hayward foresees backlogs likely until after July 4 when the new law takes effect. The horse power section also prompts many motorists to resubmit due to inaccurate estimates.
H M Young Peters editor of The Sun Lake View Ohio reports severe stomach distress before using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. He credits initial relief from the first doses and a full recovery after a second bottle. Available from all dealers.
Elks from across the state travel to Sioux City for the annual gathering with 29 lodges represented. Exalted Ruler Clay Kneese and Fred Schmaltz lead delegates from Muscatine. River excursions, a Bohemian lunch, wrestling match, and a grand parade are planned, with Brother George T. Reddick expected to become state president.
Sealed bids for building a school house in Atalissa Independent District No 1 due June 27 at 8 p m. Plans and specs available from John B Van Horn within 10 days. Bidders must enclose a certified check of 800 dollars. Board may reject any or all bids. J B Van Horn Sec
Des Moines business evangelist Ben Vardaman addressed Muscatine’s leading merchants urging formation of a local business association. He warned against mail order rivals and rural deliveries siphoning trade, urged coordinated effort, and stressed the power of impression and organized action to build a larger, more prosperous Muscatine.
Suffer Now. William Archer and James Bryant were arrested after police surveillance for illegal sale of liquor. An intoxicated man picked up and questioned led to their arrest. Bryant recently released from custody after six months for contempt of court and Archer previously faced a liquor sale attempt to a soldier case.
Mrs Rob bens and baby returned from a several days visit with relatives in Muscatine. Mrs Hazel Ray and two children spent the past week with friends in Muscatine. Mrs Fred Hummel and children were in Muscatine on Wednesday. Willard Rice is visiting relatives in Davenport. Fred Shannon of Columbus Junction stayed with Ralph Griffin and family and with Mr and Mrs Charles Griffin of Lettsville.
Testimonial from Jacob Dornacher of Edwardsville Illinois praises Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root for backache and kidney trouble claiming recovery in weeks. Notarized by Samuel W McKittrick on July 14 1909.
A promotional letter to Dr. Kilmer & Co. of Binghamton New York urges readers to request a sample bottle of Swamp Root and a booklet about kidneys and bladder. It states the Muscatine Daily Journal should be mentioned and notes regular fifty cent and one dollar bottles are available at drug stores.
Norris of Nichols visits with Ray Norris and family south of town. E. J. Stafford attends old soldiers reunion in Muscatine. Mrs. Curtis of Adams visits sister Mrs. Ben Oostendorp. Tom Stafford of Audubon stays with brother E. J. Stafford. George Hankins family visits sister Mrs. T. E. Norris at Lettsville. J. F. Fulmer visits relatives in Muscatine and attends reunion. District Methodist conference set for next Tuesday and Wednesday at this place. Obituary Lucy Ann Scott Mapes 1833 193? born Toronto died Nichols 193? age 78 years 10 days. Married 1853 H. M. Mapes. he died ten years ago. Eight children born, four sons Freder ick Albert Jay Lewis and one daughter Mrs. Frank Hummel. Survived by twenty grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She lived alone since husband’s death and had many friends. Found dead by neighbors likely overnight. Services held Sunday after a June 11 conducted by Rev. Richards. interment Nichols cemetery.
After a contest begun January 1 the Ladies of the Maccabees closed enrollment last night at Yeomen hall, adding thirty new members to the roster. Nellie Lucas led the Silver Stars to a 588 total over Elizabeth Ellis’s Diamond team at 576. Four candidates were initiated and the annual Weed Park picnic is planned for the 28th with a 6:30 supper. Mrs. Eades attended as guest of honor.
An amendment to the articles of incorporation was filed at the Scott county recorder's office raising the capital stock of the Davenport Muscatine Interurban company from 100000 to 1000000 dollars. Lane and Waterman filed the papers.
Muscatine launch club plans a June 29 reception and dance at the clubhouse for down river launchmen en route to Dubuque for the July 4 Mississippi River Power Boat regatta. Invitations extend to Chicago Peoria and tri city launch groups. committees organize arrangements decorations and entertainment.
West Liberty Iowa residents share weekend visits with relatives in Muscatine Perry and Iowa City. Mrs Kate Mitchner and Miss Ella Thompson toured L M Lewis and Geo Gatse homes while Mrs Rachel Mead and Mrs Maggie Beade prepared to visit sister in law J H Seacrest in Iowa City. Maurice Whitacre made a business trip to Iowa City and Sam and Patt Mitchell traveled to Des Moines for Norman B Mitchell's funeral. Beatrice and Ethel Baker returned from Wilton and Nellie Dillingham returned from Muscatine and Davenport.
In Iowa City and nearby towns on Monday many residents were noted traveling or visiting. Lena Schwab of Wellman left for Marengo to visit relatives indefinitely while Harlin Black opened a dental parlor in Durant.
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