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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1906
Page
7
Local notes report a newborn son born to Mr and Mrs Fred His and a mix of travels visits and business trips. People travel by Western and Firefly trains to Bayfield Davenport and Lone Tree while others plan visits to Oskaloosa Sigourney and Wilton.
Senator LaFoliette faced criticism after delivering a speech in the Senate drawing sharp rebukes from colleagues who urged restraint and warned against violating established precedent. The incident prompted calls for decorum and reflection among the chamber.
Washington dispatch notes Senator LaFollette misread unwritten senate rules and failed to dodge confrontation. He argued an amendment banning railroad and coal stock tied to land title questions, then faced tough questions from Senators Knox and Heyburn revealing unforeseen consequences and weak footing in the chamber.
Mrs T C Willadsen of Manning Iowa writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound saved her life after two years of failed medicines. She describes relief from irregular periods pain and weakness and urges other women to seek help. The letter notes free advice from Mrs Pinkham and endorses the product.
The text critiques Senator La Follette for proposing an amendment seen as unconstitutional and flawed. It argues he rushed to the fray without refining his position, suggesting wiser action from cautious leaders like Allison and Dolliver. It notes his honesty but questions the strategic cost to his Senate standing.
Engineer Albert French of the West Newton Express was killed when a rock fell from the Second Avenue bluff and crashed through the cab roof near the Baltimore and Ohio station. The train, at about forty miles an hour, continued without slowing until the depot. The fireman knew something was wrong only when the engine failed to slow.
River traffic is set for spring, with new boats built and overhauls under way. The Albatross, Wanderer II, Glenmont, and Silver Crescent headline a fleet upgrade, while gates and bridge adjustments improve safety as navigation opens in early April.
Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store offers Mi o na claiming it cures stomach troubles by acting on gastric glands and improving digestion. The ad guarantees refund if not effective and offers mail delivery from Ithaca through The R. T. Booth Co.
An advertisement proclaims Electric Bitters as a universal remedy for stomach liver and kidney diseases. The pitch claims guaranteed results and lists Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store as the supplier with a 50 cent price point.
The N. N. club met at Mrs. W. A. Cooling’s home with Rev. N. A. McAulay presenting a lecture on modern London and its sights. A musical net followed and carnations were given to the speaker. Grove Hill left for Sioux City on business. Philip Ryan visited family in Wilton from Muscatine. Jay Tufts resigned from Star drug store and left for Chicago. Mrs. H. C. Illingsworth of Muscatine visited in town. Jim Walker returned to Moline after a weekend at home. J. W. Potter went to Chicago for spring goods. F. C. Wickes visited Davenport. John Schieff of Dundee arrived.
Various residents made short trips visiting relatives in Davenport Pleasant Prairie and Paducah while the Harris commercial school term closed with a diploma awarded to J C Marchant. Miss Winnie Wilson died eight miles northwest of Wilton from diabetes with funeral at the family home and Rochester cemetery interment.
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