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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1911
Page
2
George W Young prominent banker in New Orleans and noted Knight of Columbus died at his home from heart disease. He spent summers in Muscatine as a guest with Van Lené and Wels families, was well known here, respected for broad views and generous sympathy, leaving friends who mourn his loss.
Mr. Young, a respected banker in Canal-Louisiana Bank circles and long time district deputy for Mississippi and Louisiana, served as chairman of the Roosevelt reception committee in New Orleans. He conferred Knighthood on five thousand candidates and rose to vice supreme master of DeSoto Provinces.
Muscatine readers can learn the basics of appendicitis and preventive steps. A free Adhorika book is offered by YT. Nesper, Druggist, 1291 and street.
The First Methodist Church Sunday School observes Children’s Day next Sunday with a morning program. Readings, songs, and recitations by many named participants including Marguerite Payne Lilian Ferguson Boyd Burnside and Elizabeth Ferguson. The program ends with the pastor’s address and offering before Miss Nettie Marquardt’s departure to Davenport.
Rural Muscatine county schools awarded diplomas to thirty nine graduates at the high school assembly. Hon. A M Deyoe delivered the main address on Our Educational Needs beside music and recitations. Leslie Steen of Wapsinonoc led the class with over ninety percent average and was valedictorian. The program highlighted agriculture in schools and urged continued study and practical preparation for life.
Muscatine readers are urged to try Ou-ti-clay Soap described as a transformative facial wash that cures pimples blackheads and eczema. The ad claims the soap clears pores brightens skin and provides a luxurious complexion with a money refund option. Local Muscatine outlets and Chicago mail order options are listed.
The Rock Island County Sunday School rally drew about 3000 children from Rock Island and nearby towns. Forty four street cars carried delegates from Rock Island Moline East Moline Allins and Watertown to Muscatine area Longview Park hosted the event with a welcome from Mayor Harry M Schriver and a day of games races and tug of war followed by a dinner for around five thousand attendees.
Indigestion hints point to liver issues and stomach upset. The ad touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild, effective remedy for stomach, liver and bowel troubles, with free samples offered and guaranteed money-back results. It cites endorsements and promises medical advice free of charge.
Four cars were chartered and one built for seventy adults carried two hundred seven children. The First Methodist Episcopal church of Rock Island probably holds the record for the greatest number on one car, carrying two hundred twenty five.
Conesville Iowa June 23 The Jua dies Aid Society of Grace Reformed church plans an ice cream social next Saturday evening June 24 to raise funds for their good works. Mrs George Brockway returned to Marshalltown after weeks with relatives here. Several locals attended Muscatine district mineral convention. others visited relatives in Columbus Junction and Oakville. Children prepare Boys Day program at Grace Reformed church July 2 at eleven. Ernest Smith death prompts family notice. Miss Fay Gay and Ruth Underwood visit and travel details noted.
The text notes Will Cone died on Wednesday with a sister caring for him and planning to attend the funeral Friday. Marie Norris spent several days at her grandpa Norris’s Oval in Nichols. John Fulmer of Ottumwa stayed a few days at his daughter Mrs Geo Norma’s home. Mrs Maurice Jones returned to Wyman after a short visit with grandmother Mrs Sidney Emerson.
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