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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1927

Page

5

Murderous Plot Bends Through Brooks Family in Catawba Times Saga

Diana Brooks, heiress to Rog er Brooks of the Catawba City Times chain, is kidnapped and released unharmed as Rog er Brooks tightens attacks on Ring politicians and underworld leaders. Don Keene and Teddy Farrell uncover stock manipulation linked to lawyer John Waldes while Costello dies in a jail breakout attempt. Teddy emerges from peril with Don hospitalized for pneumonia. Roger Brooks reappears, and hospital visits spark renewed newsroom bustle as Diana and Dinny Morrison grow closer amid mounting intrigue.

Diana Brooks Roger Brooks Catawba City Times Donald Keene The Times and Guardian Teddy Farrell Brooks John W. Waldes Don Charley Costello Teddy Costello Bill Canfield the Times Dinny Morrison Diana Vamocles K Street Pop Mr. Brooks Dinny

Diapepsin Promises Relief for Tired Stomachs

Diapepsin described as a powerful aid for stomach is worn, enabling appetite for problematic foods. The ad claims it aids digestion of starches meats dairy and fats by boosting secretions and easing discomfort. A 69 cent package is offered at drug stores.

Return of Roger Brooks Triggers City Times Manhunt

In Catawba City, Roger Brooks reappears after a five day disappearance to a crowd at the Times. Reporters spread sensational versions of his kidnapping as Teddy, Don, and Charley Costello’s fate intertwine with police and coroner inquests. Teddy testifies while Brooks hints at a raise as Don’s condition improves in hospital.

Teddy Roger Brooks Bill Canfield Franny Blake Catawba City Times Don Pop Bill Charley Costello Dinny Morrison Dinny

Chapter cliffhanger hints at marriage proposal

The text teases a forthcoming marriage proposal for Teddy and asks readers to await the next instalment to learn if it is accepted. The advertisement promotes Titus Loan & Investment Co. offering loans and real estate services at 211-213 Iowa Avenue.

Teddy Titus Loan & Investment Co Iowa Avenue Ady

New Wonderful Face Powder MELLO-GLO Promoted by McColm & Company

Ad copy promotes MELLO-GLO French Process Face Powder as a lasting, shine free cosmetic. It urges customers to remember the name and credits McColm & Company as the seller.

McColm & Company

Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Provides Gentle Relief

Countless women find purge and physic unnecessary as Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin promotes natural bowel regularity. It delivers easy, gentle movements without griping or upset and is described as harmless and pleasant even for delicate individuals.

Dr. Caldwell

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