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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1911

Page

12

Schreurs Named to U S Fishery Station at Baird Calif

Charles H. Schreurs, son of G. W. Schreurs of Empire Button, recently passed Davenport exams and is appointed to a U S fishery station at Baird California. He has over ten years in shell and button blank work and is pleased with the California posting and the coast country.

United States Baird Calif Charles H. Schreurs G. W. Schreurs Empire Button Company Davenport Schreurs Fairport Biological Station California

Elderly Man Falls 100 Feet From Scaffold

Charles Gunner a 77 year old Yonkers resident fell 100 feet from a scaffold in New York while doing carpenter work. He walked away uninjured and refused ambulance care. His coworker John Williams aged 60 suffered both legs broken.

Charles Gunners New York N. Y Charles Gunner Yonkers Gunner John Williams

Leading California Druggist Endorses Foley's Honey and Tar

A Pasadena drug firm letter dated March 9 1911 endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as an efficient non opioid expectorant safe for children. The letter from C H Ward Drug Co and C L Parsons notes no nau seating or digestive interference and urges use of the original yellow package.

California Pasadena Cal Foley & Co Foley C. H. Ward Drug Co C. L. Parsons, Sec’y and Treas A. W. Iore

Snyder's Ready Buggy and Harness for You

A new buggy and harness are prepared at Snyder's for available pickup. The notice invites customers to claim the equipment directly from the shop.

Snyder’s

Muscatine Prepares for Quiet Fourth Low-Key Holiday

Muscatine will largely shut down on July 4 with grocers banks and big stores closed to give clerks and delivery staff a day of rest. Factories and public buildings will close while smaller shops open in the morning. Many residents plan to visit nearby towns and attend tri-city and Keithsburg celebrations as picnics abound.

Muscatine Tri-Cities Keithsburg

Foley's Kidney Remedy Endorsed for Chronic Kidney Bladder Trouble

A. W. Morgan recommends Foley's Kidney Remedy for chronic kidney and bladder issues. The product is described as regulating and controlling kidney and bladder action while being healing, strengthening, and bracing.

A. W. Morgan

Ordination of G. E. Bevans Delayed by Presbytery

G. E. Bevans of New York, a Union Theological Seminary and Yale graduate, faces deferred ordination into the Presbyterian ministry as Brooklyn presbytery seeks further discussion. He testified on Christ’s divinity, supporting a modern interpretation and uncertainty about miracles, prompting a committee review before September.

New York N. Y G. E. Bevans Union Theological Seminary Yale University Bevans Presbytery Jesus Christ Union Seminary Christ

Summer Diarrhoea Remedy For Children Advertisement

For summer diarrhoea in children always give Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and castor oil and a speedy cure is certain. For sale by all dealers.

Chamberlain

Connecticut Moves to Liberalize Sunday Laws

Connecticut lawmakers push to permit outdoor sports on Sundays with no admission charged while not disturbing the public. Governor Bald­win supports Sunday rest yet allows healthy exercise if it does not cause disruption. The judiciary committee plans a bill to allow non disturbing games.

Connecticut Hartford Conn Judiciary Committee The General Assembly Baldwin Assembly

Cedar Valley Notes and Local Visits Center Here

Cedar Valley reports John Foster lost a horse last week. A. Rabe family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. C. Grigg. Residents prepare for the West Liberty chautauqua this week. Roy Ayers of Wilton visited his sister Mrs. Warren James. Miss Diana Cunningham stayed with Mrs. W. A. McMahon. Hattie Arnold of Attalissa conducts a music class nearby. Mrs. Gierse’s new barn nears completion. Mattie Foster visits her parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Foster.

Cedar Valley John Foster A. Rabe C. Grigg West Liberty

Mother Grays Sweet Powders for Children Ad

Mothers should keep a box for their sickly children as it relieves colds fevers teething headaches and stomach issues. Used by mothers for 22 years these powders never fail. Sold by all drug stores 25c free sample mailed. Address Allen Rimsted Le Roy New York.

Material for Bitulithic Paving Arrives to Start District 28 Work

Early next week grading for Paving District No. 28 will begin with materials shipped from Iowa City. Contractor William Horrabin says grading implements reach Muscatine on Monday and first excavating may start Wednesday on Licas Street. Local labor will be employed for the project.

William Horrabin Iowa City Muscatine Licas Street

Visit to Pearl City Best Trip

Clarence A. Frambers of Chicago won $25 for a best vacation trip schedule promoting Muscatine Iowa as a summer resort. His plan begins in Chicago and includes Dubuque, a Mississippi River steamer, Muscatine’s high bluffs, Geneva Island beaches, Wild Cat's Den park, with fares listed for rail, bus, boat, lodging and leisure costs.

Muscatine Clarence Frambers Chicago Frambers Pearl City Chicago Evening Journal Twin Cities Geneva Island Wild Cat’s den Dubuque Clarence A. Frambers West Polk Street

Various Residents and Visitors Parade Through West Liberty

West Liberty residents and visitors travel and visit relatives across Iowa and neighboring states. Mrs Henry Ruess returns from a three week trip to Nebraska Kansas and Colorado. Several families and individuals from West Liberty and nearby towns are noted as visiting, staying with relatives, or en route to other destinations.

West Liberty Henry Ruess Nebraska Kansas Colorado W. F. Wheelan Washington Iowa Council Bluffs Wessin Bessie Bell West Branch Mr. C. Fisher Nina Reeves Trenton Jessie Klotz Iowa City Pearl Secrest Everett Nay Addie Gray Smith Frances Montezuma Thos. Gray Ida Eves Anthony Strawberry, Point Franklin J. H. Campbell East Sixth Street Fannie Liebhart Tipton F. Barnes Dora Wagner David Dixon Chautauqua H. W. Brock Baby Buffalo New York Burkeley Cal Bert Childs H. L. Watters Florence Watters Atalissa Linn Watters

City Dog Tax Notice Seeks Prompt Payment

Owners must pay the 1911 city dog tax by July 1. Males taxed at $1.00 and females at $2.00. Dogs found running at large without collars bearing the tax will be collected and disposed of within 24 hours. Tax may be paid at the city recorder or police chief offices.

T. H. Brannan City Recorder

U B Ladies Plan Outing On August River Trip

The U B Ladies of Muscatine arrange an August 3 excursion to Burlington Iowa with the steamer Columbia chartered for the trip. The annual river outing, well patronized in the past, aims to be another popular event with Mrs A A Keath elected president and committees named for tables advertising coffee kitchen and food service.

U. B Burlington Iowa Columbia Orchard City Ladies’ Aid Society of the A. A. Keath Hatfleigh Frank Kintzle W. J. Vannatta A. J. Neidig Dennis Stapleton George Miller Anna Mull Frank Eitman

Freckles vanish with ethinedouble strength drug

A new remedy called ethinedouble strength claims to remove freckles completely. One ounce applied nightly promises disappearance of dark freckles and light spots with a money back guarantee if no improvement.

A. W. Morgan

Bertha Futler Marries Joseph Lane in Shellsburg

At the home of the bride’s parents Mr and Mrs J Futler the marriage of their daughter Bertha to Joseph Lane of Shellsburg Iowa took place. Rev Father Kirkpatrick officiated in a Catholic ceremony with a cream silk gown and rose bouquet. The couple left the noon train for Shellsburg to begin their life together.

Little Villa Roy Evans Grace Ensley West Branch Marie Hill Clara Woodruff Frances Heindel Columbus Junction Hanife Mary Siberts Seattle Washington Santa Barbara Cal Wm. McClunn Carrie Burlington Chas. McClunn J. Futler Bertha Joseph Lane Shellsburg Iowa Father Kirkpatrick Lane

First mortgage loans for sale at 5 and 6 percent

Titus Loan and Investment Company offers first mortgage loans for sale bearing interest rates of 5 percent and 6 percent. The listing highlights secured financing options for property purchases and potential investors seeking reliable yields.

First Titus Loan & Investment Co

State highway report files August 15 1911 damages

State of Iowa Muscatine County to Henry Friedli Norman D Oyler Jacob L Peters H H Hawker Sarah P Null Adolph Fickler Geo L Oxley L F Oxley Kate A Oxley. Commissioner reports favoring establishment of a 45 foot wide highway from southeast corner of Sec 8 to Iowa City road. Objections or claims for damages must be filed by noon August 15 1911.

State OF Iowa Muscatine County Henry Friedli Norman D. Oyler Jacob L. Peters H. H. Hawker Sarah P. Null Adolph Fickler Geo. L. Oxley L. F. Oxley Kate A. Oxley S. W Iowa Iowa City Auditor’s Office

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