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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
2
Readers share testimonials praising Peruna for coughs catarrh and weak lungs noting relief from long lasting coughs sleep disruption and appetite improvement. They describe Peruna as effective for colds and as a prophylactic against consumption while doctors and sanitariums push open air treatment as key in care.
Four generations gathered at the Zeidler home on West Sixth Street for the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. William Zeidler. Rev C E Baumgarten led prayers as Henry Zeidler presented a gold purse. William Zeidler, a 1854 immigrant from Glaesersdorf Prussia, was praised for a long life and counsel.
and Mrs Zeidler in 1857. They were united in marriage on March 13 1858 by Rev J W Winkler and have resided in Muscatine during all of their long married life. They are among the best known citizens of Muscatine with many friends and relatives who congratulate them on their long and happy wedded life and wish them many more years.
An ad promotes Orrine as a guaranteed cure for the drink habit, claiming pledges fail and the nervous system requires treatment. It emphasizes secrecy, a free book on alcoholism, and a $1 per box price via The Orrine Co. in Washington, D C and dealer A W Morgan.
J E Cathell rector of St Pauls Episcopal Des Moines spoke at the Trinity Lenten service last night. The church was well filled and his sermon considered profitable and instructive. He has spoken in Muscatine before and many availed another opportunity to hear him. Offertory solo by E M Walker praised.
Martin Bressler, about 60, a former Shelby resident and Grinnell retiree, died suddenly at home. He ran a meat market on Iowa Avenue, moved to Grinnell, and leaves a wife and daughter Mrs. J. A. Blackmar of Iowa City. He belonged to Eureka lodge I O O F and Shelby Norman Post G A R and was known among local veterans.
Boxed remedy advertises Grove’s Cure a Cold in One Day with Bromo Quinine and laxative. Claims to remove the cause and features E. W. Grove’s signature on the box priced at 25 cents.
The United Brethren church Young People's Society held a What's In a Name Social in the church parlors last evening. An excellent program was presented and refreshments were served. A small sum was raised as attendees paid as many pennies as there were letters in their names for admission.
The local Sons of Veterans confirm organization is certain as enough members join. Applications go to the state commander at Davenport for approval and then to the national commander. The election date is not yet set but will likely be in two weeks.
A mass meeting of Fourth Ward property holders convened at the Relief Hose house to hear objections to the Drainage District No. 3 assessment. County Auditor A S Lawrence explained steps from 1904 to 1906 including petitioning, surveying, district establishment, and the five section levy. Residents were urged to file written objections with the county auditor before noon March 23 for readjustment, with no action taken at the gathering.
The navigation season on the upper Mississippi opened at Clinton on Wednesday as the Northwestern draw steamed up and bridge crews began summer work. The early start is notable since navigation normally begins in mid March.
A. E. Kepford state tuberculosis lecturer spoke to lodge members at Woodman hall last night about rising cases and public health steps. He plans a big tabernacle meeting Tuesday night at the William A. Sunday Memorial Tabernacle in Muccatine with stereopticon views. He will also address the P. M. Musser Library and teachers’ groups to aid in stamping out the disease.
Tom James of Cairo visited Wapello yesterday. Area residents and visitors including M Carrigan and Kate at John Gresham home Muscatine. Frank Ives and family went to Burlington. W E Sharer of Minneapolis visited on business. Mrs Wm Shaw in Columbus Junction. Wm Hings who moved to a farm near Letts shopped in Wapello. W H Hurley attended Fairfield convention. Mrs Wm Allen and baby returned to Grandview area after visit. Louis Greene and wife from Crookston Minnesota visited Oscar Sellers. Petition circulating to form a school district east of Muscatine slough Port Louisa Township. O H Walker and mother Mediapolis transacted business at courthouse. M L Jamison went to Moline on business. Mrs Frank Christie teaching in Grandview came home. Mrs Dan Owens of Morning Sun visited Wednesday.
South Carolina congressman Geo S Legare, a Patents Committee member in Washington, announces a complete recovery from consumption after a year of illness. He recounts initial diagnosis four years ago, six months on Lung-Germine, and a 26 pound weight gain with return to duties.
Miss Trella Wise plans a summer visit with sister Mrs. H. L. Near pass of Claypool Indiana. Frank Peters family to Colorado after visiting Morning Sun. Sam Dotson Tom Walker Milo Jamison Frank and Earl Walker travel to Claude Texas. Ethel Mae Roach to wed D Clyde Gearhart March 18 at 7 30 p m. Roy Fisher and Vada Bantal wed in Oakville. New comedy Adrift in New York plays at Grand Saturday with matinee and night shows.
Advertises PAZOQ Ointment with a guarantee to cure itching bleeding and protruding piles in 6 to 14 days or money back. Claims a 50 cent refund.
Eighteen months earlier Marian Grey married Rev. Arthur Burton after her first husband Earle Stanhope vanished and was believed dead. Stanhope later returned and died in a bridge fall, while Marian was claimed by Daryl Stanhope, his twin. Marian reunites with Burton and their baby after the truth emerges.
The advertisement claims Foley's Urino Laxative will cure constipation sick headache stomach trouble or indigestion with a money back guarantee if it fails. A. W. Morgan, druggist offers the product with assurance.
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