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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1913
Page
7
A series of reader testimonials extols Peruna as a cure for grip and catarrhal symptoms. Citizens from Alabama, Ohio, and California report relief and improved health after using Peruna, noting quicker recovery during acute stages and sustained wellness after treatment.
Local notes report residents in Wilton Letts Nichols and Davenport area visiting and traveling. The People’s Light company of Davenport plans a 30,000 dollar extension of a power line from Walcott to Durant, with Buffalo and Blue Grass area franchises to vote March 3 and 7 respectively.
Anna Catherine Wunderlich Schmoker, born 1848 in Germany, longtime Meade resident, died February 28 in Larned Kansas after a month of illness. Survived by seven children including Mrs Thomas Johnston and George Schmoker, eight grandchildren, a brother J C Wunderlich, and sisters Mrs Macy Kemper and others. Funeral held March 3 in Meade at the M E church.
Many supporters push statewide campaign for state aid to consolidate rural school districts in Iowa. The measure would fund equipment and maintenance for consolidated rural schools, with grants varying by school size. Opponents warn consolidation is a lure, while supporters say it enables access to higher education benefits in rural areas. The bill stalled in the house appropriations committee but advocates vow to press for floor consideration.
Week ending March 12 1913 list includes eight men and several women awaiting letters. Names include Alfred Allen Jon R Bermet Dan Kelly Edward Johnston W E Murphy Dick Scott and others. foreign entries Olovanning Anzeving and Mrs John. Patrons urged to say Advertised.
Gov George W Clarke and legislative aud committees met Des Moines figures Gardner Cowles Lafayette Young and Harry Wallace with L J Dickenson of Algona and Wm Keeley of Washington in a four hour good roads conference The attendees remained non communicative after the session in Des Moines Iowa on March 12.
The Grand Theatre presents Clyde Fitch's The City with Hugo Koch in the lead, supported by a strong company. The drama follows a small town youth drawn to New York and features a notable defense of the city, arguing it tests ambition and integrity rather to blame. George Rand Jr. seeks fame in the metropolis, while Daniel Fager delivers a strong George Huptock, as Miss Marie Dunkley and others receive favorable notices.
An advertising note promotes Dr Burkhart Vegetable Compound claiming cures for headaches stomach issues and fatigue. It touts 25 years of policy, offers a prepaid trial for 26 cents and a money back guarantee. Banks and Cincinnati firms endorse the claim.
Advertised remedy claims strong effect on coughs and hoarseness caused by bronchial throat and lung affections except consumption. It targets obstinate hang-on coughs from irritation and congestion of bronchial mucous membranes but is not as effective for acute coughs from sudden colds.
A local notice highlights Electric Bitters as a remedy for rheumatism and stomach and kidney troubles, citing Charles R B Allen of Sylvan ia Ga as a testimonial. The piece also reports church society news, school district finances, and community notices from Columbus Junction, including upcoming events and local concerns.
The Muscatine city council resolves to construct a city hall and buy the land for up to 90000 dollars. A special election on the proposal will be held April 7, 1913, with notices published for four consecutive weeks starting February 27, 1913. Mayor C Koehler and City Recorder T H Brannan sign the measure.
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