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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
4
Try Samuels' 5c ice cream sodas. Born to Mr and Mrs Clarence Hintermeister a son. Money saved by buying candy at the Candy Kitchen at car switch. Albert Kindler of Hershey Avenue injured yesterday afternoon by falling off a fence while playing with boys. He received medical attention and is resting nicely today.
Tipton Iowa March 14 reports from Rapids City indicate Will Marten was seriously injured, possibly fatally. He was found unconscious after an apparent mugging en route from the depot to his boarding place and robbed of his watch, money, and valuables. His uncle and parents were notified and friends await updates.
A Russian warship intercepted two Turkish vessels on the Black Sea carrying arms and ammunition. The seizure interrupts regional shipping and raises tensions between Moscow and Ankara.
Mrs Nelson Geller longtime East Hill resident dies at 11 in Muscatine at 1324 East Second street after five weeks of chronic illness She was a Park Avenue M E church member active in Ladies Aid society Born Martha Oliver in Danville Illinois March 13 1848 she married Nelson Geller February 10 1870 Survived by husband three daughters Jennie Judison and William Geller a brother William Oliver and sister Belle Phillips Funeral at 2 pm Monday from 1324 East Second street Rev J C Willits officiates Greenwood Cemetery follows
Chicago March 14 Dr Harriet Hook staff physician at the Lincoln state asylum was arrested for an unwelcome visit to Ben M Giroux 1358 Perry street She faced Judge Torrison on a disorderly conduct charge The testimony shows she gained entry by misrepresentation to learn the injuries of Frank R Giroux 17 student at the institution on December 23 No other person implicated.
Venezuelan superior court affirms lower court ruling against New York and Bermudez Asphalt Co for extending support to the Matos revolution against President Castro. Company ordered to pay five million dollars to the Venezuelan government and plans appeal to Cassation court.
Harry K. Thaw, denying insanity, asks for dismissal of Evelyn Nesbit Thaw’s divorce suit and arranges to fight it. His answer was delivered to Mrs. Thaw’s counsel, and the case is set for trial in the New York Supreme Court next week.
Mark A. Hanna son of Daniel Hanna and grandson of Marcus A Hanna, a Yale freshman, married Adele Pratt of Elmira New York last evening in a justice of the peace office in Bridgeport Connecticut.
A druggist testimony certifies Foley's Honey and Tar refunds money if it fails to cure coughs or colds. Claims to stop coughs, heal lungs, prevent serious complications, and avoid pneumonia or consumption. States no opiates and genuine yellow package. Refuse substitutes. A. W. Morgan, druggist.
Margarethe Camehl files suit in district court seeking judgment against Sophie Milner and others. The case requests sale of an estate left by a late husband and division of proceeds among heirs.
Local baker Bos creates golden biscuits praised for flavor and texture in a cheerful note from a kitchen in Gold Bade. The post highlights crisp edges and buttery centers, inviting neighbors to taste.
The article notes widespread flood damage as rivers overflow their banks in Pennsylvania Ohio and Michigan. Albion faces losses around 106000 while Grand Rapids Mich sees extensive west side flooding and the Maumee river near Toledo has washed out bridges hindering traffic.
A Republican convention endorses William Howard Taft for president and backs A. F. Dawson for renomination. Delegates are chosen for state and congressional district conventions. The resolutions commend Roosevelt and endorse Lane for national delegate at large.
Miss Florence Stephens and Guy Flater wed at the Baptist parsonage in Muscatine on Wednesday afternoon. The couple, described as a charming Cedar Valley bride and a prosperous farmer groom, receive congratulations from numerous friends. Other local notes include visits, school district No. 6 electing John Foster and D. H. Smith as directors, revival meetings adding forty members and the Epworth League enrolling ten new members.
The Seventh District Republican convention opens at 2 30 PM at the Commercial club rooms Des Moines with M H Cohen presiding. The Ohio Taft tariff revision plank is expected to be offered in the resolutions and may be adopted by the state convention.
The American torpedo boat Flotilla under Lieut. Cone reached Panama March 14 two days early after departing Callao March 9. The voyage up was smooth with fine weather, boats in good condition, and all crew healthy. Panama prepares festivities for the visiting naval officers.
The New York to Paris car race progress shows American car starting from Evanston Wyoming at 8 AM, Italian car from Medicine Bow Wyoming at 9 AM, French car No 1 awaiting repairs in Creston Iowa, French car No 2 leaving Cedar Rapids at 9 20, and German car under repair in Ames Iowa.
Engagement announced for Clarence Allen Stafford of Cloquet Minnesota to Mary Elizabeth De Lescaille of Davenport Iowa at a Davenport Outing Club dinner party. The event featured pink roses white hyacinths and pink candle shades with luncheon and toasts. Attendees included Ralph Stafford and Julia and Ida Hutchinson.
The Mothers' club meets Monday afternoon with Mrs J J Havercamp on Toward Avenue March 16. Roll call health program by Miss Louise Eversmeyer and reading by Miss Helen Block. All members invited to attend A E Kepford lecture at the P M Musser library Monday evening.
Zetelathian Bible study group led by Miss Patten will review the first nine chapters of John next Monday at 3 o clock. Members delayed from prior sessions are urged to attend and new joiners should come for the special lesson. Royal Neighbors Sunshine club plans a Tuesday meeting at Mrs. Hartman’s home 1155 Hershey Avenue.
The New York mayoral contest between George B. McClellan and William R. Hearst will go to trial starting April 13 before the state supreme court. The date was fixed by the court today.
London March 14 Hon James Gully son of Viscount Selby former speaker of the House of Commons was committed to Brixton jail for abducting his own daughter from her mother. Gully and his wife have been separated.
A blaze at the German Odd Fellows home in the Bronx forced about two hundred people including one hundred elderly residents and as many children to flee. Police and attendants rescued several bedridden elders as flames spread from the rear of the building in New York on March 14.
South Cedar reports Mrs S F Burnett returning from Menlo after her mother died. Miss Clara Marolf taught at North Prairie school Friday while Miss Maude Rockafellow attended her grandfather's funeral in Muscatine. Hartmee and North Prairie schools closed for spring vacation. H H Rockafellow and family attended Samuel Rockafellow's Muscatine funeral. Misses Artie Gates and Clara Marolf visited North Prairie school Thursday.
Pittsburg Plate Glass company announces a 25 percent average price reduction on plate glass conducted on March 14 in Pittsburg. The move affects several grade offerings and aims to boost demand amid market conditions.
An article promotes a home remedy called Alpen Seal Prescription to support women during their menstrual period. It lists Fird Extract of Black Haw one ounce Alpen Seal two ounces and Pure Water five ounces as the ingredients a doctor’s prescription said to restore comfort and beautify the face and figure.
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