Westbound train notes and social arrivals in town
Ed Gobble traveled west on the Western this morning. Berlin Studio offers current photos by Alexander Grosheim. A ten pound daughter was born to Mr and Mrs J H Bering on Monday morning. Fred Shhulz of Lone Tree rode the Western home this morning. The West Hill Card club met with Mrs James Mayes yesterday afternoon. R W Weidlein left this morning for Katona to help W J Coffey for three weeks. John Winn and his daughter came from Kansas City for Mrs Winns funeral. Judges Brannan and Carskadden arrived from Clinton for Walter I Hayes funeral. Rev E A Kurtz of Lake Geneva Wis arrived at midnight to visit his brother in law P A Schmidt of the French cheese factory. Mrs Robert Ray and two children of Walnut visited at Mrs P M Detwiler’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Kurtz
Lake Geneva
Wis
P. A. Schmidt
Robert Ray
Walnut
Pottawattamie County
P. M. Detwiler
Allen's Foot-Ease advertisement from Olmsted NY
Ask your dealer for Allen's Foot-Ease. A powder for feet that cures swollen sore hot callous aching sweating feet corns and bunions. At all druggists and shoe stores priced 25 cents. Sample mailed free. Address Allen S Olmsted Le Roy NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Allen S
Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Wallpaper and medicine advertisement promises and claims
An advertisement proclaims various goods including wall paper at low prices and a medicinal claim for Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup. It features a testimonial from Mrs. H. Gregg of Dundee Kansas about curing her croup troubled child and includes a general assurance of guaranteed satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Gregg
Dundee
Kans
J. J. Havercamp
Gibson Heater Company formed in Muscatine
The Gibson heater company organized to manufacture an improved feed water heater for steam boilers. The device heats water, removes dirt, and prevents scale, improving boiler life and saving fuel. Col J H Munroe presides. initial units already in use in Muscatine and Iowa City with strong testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Our
City
Gibson Heater Company
Muscatine
Journal Company
J. H. Munroe
Iawa Avenue
Remedy for Grippe Promotes Throat and Lung Health
Kemp's Balsam is recommended for grippe patients and aimed at the throat and lungs. Do not wait for symptoms to begin treatment. keep a bottle ready to prevent pneumonia by keeping the cough loose and the lungs free from inflammation. Available from all druggists at 25c and 50c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drogesii
Express
Serpry Co
The Oklahoma Opportunity Opens Kiowa Comanche Apache Lands
A forthcoming book describes the Kiowa Comanche and Apache Reservations in Oklahoma and notes they will open to the public this summer detailing land tenure and community life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Public Lands Opening Announcement for Oklahoma Reservation
Publication advertises 2 000 000 acres open for public settlement with soil and climate details, a district map, entry conditions, and the Act of Congress opening the reservation. The Great Rock Island Route serves the area. Oklahoma Opportunity and the Western Trail are offered free by John Sebastian, G. P. A.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Great Rock Island
Oklahoma
John Sebastian
Chiago
Petition canvassers push for enforcement across Muscatine
Canvassers urging council and mayor to enforce provisions of a long ignored law report steady progress in Muscatine. One district saw 121 signatures with 54 voters, and several factories and merchants provided broad support though worker time is limited. Promoters remain confident of a strong showing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Robbed on Train Wings from Arkansas to St Louis
John G. Vogel of Muscatine Iowa was robbed of 123 dollars by pickpockets while asleep on a moving train en route to St Louis from Arkansas. Vogel formerly worked as a saw filer for Jer shey Lumber in South Muscatine and has relatives there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
John G. Vogel
Muscatine
Iowa
Arkansas
Vogel
South Muscatine
Jershey Lumber Company
Fat Travelers Find Grape-Nuts Aid Suffering Stomachs
Frank W. Clarke of Arbuckle Bros. reports he began using Grape-Nuts Food after dyspepsia weakened his stomach eight years ago. He keeps a supply in his grip and eats it one to three times daily on the road. He credits the pre-digested formula with steady digestion and strong nourishment for brain and nerves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank W. Clarke
Arbuckle Bros
Broom Factory Plans Move to New Town
Newport reports a rumor that the local broom factory intends to relocate to a larger town. Muscatine, Walpole, and Burlington are under consideration for the move, with the best offer likely winning. The firm has a growing trade and is in prosperous condition. Yesterday James Beach started as a traveling salesman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
Muscatine
Wapello
Burlington
James Beach
Rock Island Offers Low-Rate Tu esday Tickets to West Coast
Rock Island announces second class one way tickets to California and Washington coast and direct intermediate points at 30 and 225.40 dollars, starting Tuesday February 12 and continuing each Tuesday to April 30 1901. Tickets available at the passenger depot from agent C M Gould.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Washington Coast
Rock Island
Washington
C. M. Gould
The Burgomaster Actor Relies On Valet For Prologue
The Burgomaster star Gaus Weinberg tours with a valet who assists him during the prologue. Weinberg plays Peter Stuyvesant as a one legged character with a wooden peg, needing support ten minutes before and twenty minutes during the act. The valet helps him stand lie and rise, a burdensome demand amid performance challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaus Weinberg
Burgomaster
Weinberg
Peter Stuyvesant
Gus Weinberg
Human Hearts at the Grand Opera House
The melodrama Human Hearts is praised for its humor pathos and dramatic scenes. A capable company delivers a cleanly told story with strong action and scenic detail. Performances run at the Grand Opera House on Tuesday March 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urs
Erand
Grand Opera House
What Shall We Have for Dessert This Day
A family note promotes Jett Oo a quick no bake dessert ready in two minutes. Just add hot water and let it cool. Flavors include Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry available at grocers for 10 cents.
Rich farmer found dead at Rosehill home
Oskaloosa reports H. H. Drake a wealthy bachelor farmer killed at his Rosehill area residence Sunday night. A revolver lay beside him and a bullet hole in his head. Officials say foul play is suspected despite initial appearance of self-inflicted death due to money on the premises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oskaloosa
H. H. Drake
Rosehill
Drake
Wife and team drown in ice gorge rush
Mr and Mrs A W Campbell of Monona Iowa were crossing the Yellow River when an ice gorge broke causing a sudden rush of water. Campbell escaped but his wife and team were drowned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monona
Iowa
A. W. Campbell
Yellow River
Campbell
Girl Mangled by Train in Postville Tragedy
March 18 Postville reports Tyrene Thiesa an 11 year old girl was struck by a Milwaukee train as she walked home from school at noon. She suffered severe injuries and survived 14 hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postville
Tyrene Thiesa
Milwaukee
Jell O Introduces New Dessert For Family Menus
Jell O debuts a new dessert with four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry for family meals. Sold at grocers in a 10 count package encouraging trial today.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Daily Journal
Robinson
Ste
Hem McBride & Cope
City Drug Store
Luise Battey
George Bros
3D Street
Hay Market
Ed. Gobble
Berlin
Alexander Grosheim
J. H. Bering
Fred Shhulz
Lone Tree
West Hill
James Mayes
R. W. Weidlein
Katona
W. J. Coffey
John Winn
Kansas City
Winn
Brannan
Carskaddan
Clinton
Walter I. Hayes
C. B. Fuller
F. Giesenhaus
Myrtie D. Harlan
Fifth and
Chestnut Streets
Schmidt Bros
J. B. Mark
Mrs. Lottie Fiedler
Davenport
Paul Baker
Fred D. Miller
Wellman
Mary Gorey
Bayfield
Chas. Grade
Wilbur Demorest
Wilton
James Giesler
John Meyers
Nichols
John Nugent
Iowa City
J. P. Forbes
Chicago
Thompson's
Mrs. Chas. Below
Anna Webb
Halstead and Son
Mildred E. Mitchell
St. Louis, Mo
M. E. Church
Arch Tyler
Fairport
Hallie Miller
Garnett
Kansas
Scott Blackwell
Harry Huttit
T. W. Townsend
Capt. Omann
Letts
Margaret Shealey
Montezuma
Titus & Jackson
Gazelle
Zephyr Wricht
Theair
West Liberty
Frank Bowman
S. A. Crull
Fredonia
N. K. Stanton
U. B. Church
Tama County
America
Bulletin Press Association
New York
Chas. Mosqua
Mulberry Street
A. S. Lawrence
Madame B. Runyon
Cedar Rapids
St. Mary's School
Gibson
Muscatine Capital
Gibson Heater CO
Col. J. H. Munroe
United States
Bie W. F
Journal
Muscatine Electric
Ice Gorge
W. E. Nankeville
Arkansaw Hills
Company of Scenic Players
New York City
Fifth Avenue Theatre
Patuca Valley
Honduras
Patuca Plantation Company
Cleveland
Ohio
The
Betz
Philadelphia
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