This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 33 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1905
Page
4
Miss Margaret Hickey returns home after visiting her sister Mrs Joseph King of Lake township Clifton Richards son of W W Richards ill at Hershey hospital resting this afternoon but not improved Smoking the Mas Que Wa 5e cigar noted as a local celebration item.
John Poehl of North Mulberry street was badly cut while trimming grass when a buzzing bee approached his ear. In an attempt to strike the insect with his left hand he touched the bicycle with his right, inflicting a long deep cut in the palm and fingers. He is resting and will be unable to use his hand for some time. Dr. Tyler treated the wound with Dr. Clapp administering anesthesia.
Attorney Ed P Ingham was bitten on the calf by a vicious dog this morning near the German American Savings Bank while riding a bicycle. The dog was taken into custody by Marshal Mc Gaughey and awaits a reward. The wound was dressed and no serious injury is expected.
WANT-ADS seek Latin skin cream and powder to nourish skin and reduce blemishes. WANTED a strong girl or woman for general housework at 315 West Fourth street. FOR RENT six room house at 111 East Seventh street. FOR RENT house on East Eighth street. M. W. Wheeler.
The Muscatine county teachers institute at Muscatine High School sees rising interest. Frederick Bolton spoke from Iowa City, Hon. E M Warner will discuss the Yellow Peril, and Miss Sylvia Robertson sang. Miss Lillian Bridgeford of Des Moines appears Thursday with readings urging teacher training. New names added include Helen Coe Nellie Downer Anna M Heizer Pearle Adams Becca Cottrell Nellie Mapes Frank Elder Pearle Shelter Lola Davis.
Miss Blanch Weaver Fox of this city and Boston resident William Wallace White wed at 11:30 in a home ceremony performed by Rev J W Potter. The setting featured pink and white sweet peas, ornate decor, a four course luncheon, and out of town guests Mrs C F Jamison, Joy, and Miss Gillian from Lafayette.
Ind., Madame French and daughter Geneva, Miss Florence Wadsworth, Mrs. J. J. Walker and Earl McCone of Rock Island, Mrs. Bieber of Kansas City, Sam Fox of Chicago, Lee Fox of Kansas City, Mrs. Irene Walker and daughter Kathryn of St. Joe Mo. Mr. and Mrs. White will go north on a trip.
The Mothers' Club gathering with about 100 attendees enjoyed a playful afternoon at Weed Park. J F Devitt displayed strength in pull up stunts while J P Ryan impressed with jumping. Mrs E M Warner was injured but treated by eight local physicians, and the group returned to the city around 8 p.m.
Mrs. G A Funck hosts an afternoon gathering in West Third Street, Chicago visitor Mrs. J M Woodcock among 32 ladies. Cards were played and a buffet luncheon at five o clock followed by floral decor and hospitable hospitality.
Mrs. Frank L. Smalley of North Mulberry street learns of the marriage of Agnes Lequatte, daughter of Illinois-born parents, to Mr. McNaughton at the bride’s parents home in Ellensburg Washington. The groom, a State Normal graduate, is principal of Lester schools. They honeymoon in Portland.
The wedding of Miss Florence HUBacher and Matthew Westrater is set for tomorrow evening at the bride’s mother's home on East Second Street. A linen shower honoring the bride was held by friends last night.
Mrs S G Stein entertained a few lady friends yesterday afternoon in honor of Mrs W W Witmer and daughter Miss Helen of Des Moines visiting at the Stein home 503 West Third Street. The affair was informal and guests enjoyed the visiting ladies for a short time. Light refreshments were served.
Mr and Mrs Ray N Batterson newlyweds will be special guests at a dinner tonight hosted by Miss Chenoweth and Miss McGaughey at their home.
About 60 members and relatives of the Spalding club enjoy their annual outing at City Railway park on a sunny day with picnics and games.
Frank Keating, the fifth member of a car robbery gang, is jailed in Clinton Iowa after being arrested in Chicago and brought in by Chief Rundgren. He admits presence with the gang but denies participating in car loot. Other suspects include Edie Larson Knox Murray William Boler and Scott McKim, while James Askin faces charges of receiving stolen goods.
Twenty Muscatine Elks joined Rock Island Lodge 980 BPOE for an institution and banquet with guests from Moline Davenport and Muscatine. Mayor R S McNutt spoke on Fraternalism and expressions of hospitality were shared.
Advices from Cedar Rapids report Mrs. Carrie E. Morcombe grand chief of honor of the Degree of Honor of Iowa is not in a critical condition as previously stated. A noticeable improvement today reduces her need for attention to office affairs, with Mrs. Schryock of Burlington assisting as grand recorder.
Week ending June 27 1905 list shows unclaimed items for men including Harry Carter Bert Chadderdon Ross Chriss J R Govre Frank Grim F W Hall and Milt in Muscatine Iowa with remaining mail awaiting pickup.
A diligent pastor testifies to health benefits from Grape-Nuts and Postum. He reports improved digestion, headache relief, and renewed energy after replacing oatmeal and eggs with Grape-Nuts for breakfast over four years. He notes better mental stamina for sermon work and study and mentions others aided by the product.
The paper lists names including Heberley Harry Hughes W M Minor Clarence Sutherland G H Wessell and William Ziegler Jr plus several ladies such as Mrs John Bomley Mrs M Nelson Clark Miss Mary Curtis and Mrs Belle Dunham. Parties must say Advertised when replying to the Journal via W D Burk P M.
In St Louis on June 27 the betting ring at Delmar track emptied as Central Turf association members avoid wagers after the anti-betting law began June 17. Sheriff Herpel and deputies took possession of the ring before race one. Charley Cella was arrested and held on a 17,000 dollar bond. Delmar officials say the race program would proceed, though further bets are unlikely.
In Milwaukee, on June 27, all local newspaper publishers were cited to appear as the federal government sues the General Paper company. L. T. Boyd of the Milwaukee Journal testified that paper price rose from $1.70 per 100 pounds in 1895 to $2.25 today, and that only one bid has been received since the General Paper company organized.
Three passengers were killed and 15 injured in a rear end collision on the Illinois Central near Vine Grove Kentucky forty miles west of Louisville. Victims were Peter Wilton 15 Jeffersonville Indiana Chester Seaman 11 Litchfield Kentucky and S A Kirkpatrick Hodgeville Kentucky. Officials withheld cause statements while an investigation proceeds and trainmen reported faulty brakes on the freight train.
John Barrett of Oregon is formally named minister to Colombia at the state department. He will relieve Russell who was ordered to Caracas as Bowen was summoned to Washington. Barrett, then minister to Panama, is permitted to visit the United States before departing for Bogota.
Company C held a well attended meeting after a successful street drill last evening. New members voted in were Harlow MacDermid Will Reay and M Richley. The recent equipment issued was worn during the drill.
Members of the board of school directors hired a carriage and visited multiple schools this morning, inspecting facilities and operations as they toured the district.
A thorough inspection concluded each school was in very good condition with only a few repairs required, suggesting stable infrastructure and minimal remediation work.
East Buffalo notes list weekend visits among local families including Mr. and Mrs. Charley Whitlock, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Kimball, Mrs. Lucy Wagoner and daughter, and others. Several residents travel or call on relatives. Earnest Murdock begins work for Day Bull. Willie Flaharty heads to Colorado for health. a birth is reported for Alex Mahaffey and wife a girl born June 21.
June 27 report from Pine Mills Louisiana area shows Mr. Toles of Durant conducting business nearby on Saturday. B Stecher traveled to Muscatine Monday. Mr and Mrs W Alteneder had dinner with E Kemper and family Sunday. Henry Wilhelma and Louis Miller visited from Muscatine at Louis Sickman’s Sunday. Mr and Mrs Adam Brossart of Fairport dined with their daughter Mrs Welsch at Wild Catden Sunday.
Iowa news notes a Del mar bank plan to erect a brick office building, Oskaloosa fruit growers prosper with huckleberries, and a Daven hotel project with half funding. Also: Notvedt arrested in Cincinnati for selling mortgaged property, Alumnus issue released, Veteran association meet at Clear Lake, Champlin will funds a Masonic temple in Boone, Latimer missing Heinrich Hesse sought, Iowa wool output exceeds one million pounds, Jewel council to aid road improvements with money raised by subscriptions.
The Biue Trading Stamp company of Chicago victimized numerous people around Manson by failing to fulfill contract terms with local merchants.
Franklin County Sheriff Wolfe has paid six hundred dollars into the county treasury to settle a dispute under discussion. The payment settles the matter without further court action and closes the dispute between the sheriff and county officials.
County supervisors review reveals Wright County population down by 483 over five years. Eagle Grove Belmond and Goldfield show declines as Clarion records a gain of 400 residents.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.