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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1908
Page
4
A home remedy to restore a fresh complexion is described using Rose Water, Cologne Spirits, and Eppotone. Dissolve Eppotone in hot water, strain, cool, then mix with Rose Water and Cologne Spirits. Apply daily to the face to counter wind roughening and restore velvety skin.
The twenty first birthday of ee Ashcraft, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Ashcraft, was observed at the Cedar street residence with a musical program by Misses Anna Wilson and Edna Feaster. A seven o clock dinner preceded games and socializing, with guests including Tom Wilson Clarence Schmidt George Koenigsaecker Joe Bielefeld E Berry Edna Feaster Bernice Ludlow Anna Kern Mabel Martin and Mrs FE Berry.
A Carrie Dermidy recital at the Y M C A auditorium was one of the season’s finest musical events. Pupils under Mrs. Amalia Schmidt-Gobble performed a challenging program with assistance from Olga Junge of Davenport at the piano. Fraternal Bankers Reserve Sewing Society meets tomorrow at Mrs. Luella Cramer’s 988 Lucas Street. County Clerk W. S. McKee issued marriage licenses to Frank C. Robinson and Edna C. Irwin W A Lettiemire and Nellie G. Bout Charley E. Billings and Hazel Felton. St Matthias Industrial meets Thursday at 2 PM. Mercy and Help Sewing Society meets tomorrow at Mrs. A. J. Fuller’s 1102 Iowa Avenue.
London March 25 Premier Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman is steadily growing worse. He remains confined to his sick bed with symptoms that keep him from resuming public duties.
New York March 25 refined sugar prices rose ten cents per hundred across all grades.
Alva Stoker departed at noon for Peoria to establish his future residence, signaling a move plans and new beginnings.
The Des Moines and Davenport church community reacts to a forged letter claiming Bishop Morrison asked Mrs. Simon Casady to nominate a successor for Rev. J. E. Cathell of St. Pauls. Morrison denounces the letter as a forgery, noting bishops do not select parish rectors.
Muscatine to host the city champs at the armory hall Friday night in a game featuring the Crescent five players using a local commercial college name. The 8 30 pm tip off aims to draw fans after the previous Monday match. Tickets 35 cents at Swan Jewelry. seat reservations free. Opponents include Reuling Robinson Kautz jrafe Richards and L Fuller. entire tourist team will play.
Captain W. S. Norton reports the quartermaster ordered U S Springfield Model 1903 rifles for Company C, 54th regiment I N G. The calibre 30 firearms are expected in the city within days and are awaited with anticipation by the company.
A son was born yesterday to Mr and Mrs Harry Phillips of Schley Avenue, adding a newborn to the family.
Delegates selected last Saturday depart Muscatine for Cedar Rapids on the 6 45 train arriving about nine o clock. The group is a solid Bryan delegation with possible Johnson support. They favor Martin J Wade as national committeeman and will work to secure his selection if needed.
Government snag boats Tipton and Bosse will arrive tomorrow to clear the channel of the Mississippi near Muscatine. They will drag the river, remove dangerous obstacles, and repair levees with a second crew to reinforce island levees later.
A. J. Hines and T. A. Siebert of Rock Island Illinois are in the city to reopen the Majestic theatre with the Miller Musical company for an indefinite run. Plans include various plays and specialties between acts as final arrangements are completed this afternoon.
Davenport Iowa March 25 Twenty injunctions were asked for today against saloonkeepers here. The filings do not specify violations of the mulci law. The action targets saloons that have complied with most provisions except the matter of tables and chairs.
Pleasant Prairie on March 25 hosts a weekend in Wilton for Mrs. Perry Baker. A large crowd attended Chas Roehlk's birthday party. Miss Hague heads to Lone Tree for a two week vacation. Wilson Robb of Newton visits relatives. John and Mrs Henke visit August Henke. Telephone workers repair the line. Mrs Arthur Stigers travels from near Summit to Blue Grass. Henry Drumm returns from Wellman after visiting and duck hunting. Plett Brothers ship cattle. Jas Metz hauls lumber for repairs on the new hall.
A preacher warns of the premature aging of wives after marriage and cites a doctor calling it an indictment. He endorses Alpen Seal Prescription with Black Haw, Aspen Seal, and water to curb menses and promote vitality, noting druggists can supply the mixture and that Alpen Seal is alcohol free for temperance women.
The Gunthers and the Ramblers will open the amateur baseball season Sunday at Fairground Park. Both teams are strong with large followings and enthusiastic crowds expected. The Gunthers, organized recently, aim to be tougher than last year as practice has kept them in top shape. The warm weather boosts local interest and more teams are forming for what looks to be a busy year.
The Iowa state auditor reports increased activity in non life insurance with joint stock and mutual firms writing $53 million more in risks and paying $430 thousand more in losses. State and county mutuals show $22 million more risks written, $165 thousand more losses, and $33 million more risks in force. Taxes paid rise by over $20 thousand. Impressive ceremony planned as battle flags of four Iowa Spanish War regiments are placed in sealed steel casks in the capitol rotunda, arranged by the four regimental colonels.
Walter Height was bound over to the April grand jury session by Justice J. C. Coster. Bond set at 500 remains unsecured as of 3 p.m. Height faces an assault to commit murder charge stemming from a March 18 shooting at the Hahn home in Kecklerville. Nine witnesses testified. defense claims Height aimed at the ground. The State's position sends the case to district court after the hearing.
A local note invites attendees to a musical program at the Baptist church this evening, promising an enjoyable performance for all in the community.
Washington reports that Judge Lebbeus L. Wilfley of the U S court for China will not face impeachment in the U S Senate over alleged misbehavior. A special committee found him guilty only by inference of high handedness and serious court mistakes.
Chicago march 25 after two hours the coroner s jury exonerated Chief of Police George M Shippy and Policeman James F Foley for the shooting of Lazarus Averbuch alias Jeremiah or Harry Averbuch after listening to more than a score of witnesses the jury declared the killing justifiable and returned a verdict shortly after 8 o clock last night
The private ceremony at the Buline home in Lone Tree united Marie Anna Buline and Stephen Schnessler with Rev. B. A. Black officiating. Lilian Prizler played the wedding march as relatives attended a lace arch, bell center, and a supper decorated with white and blue ribbons and smilax.
A call invites attendees to a church concert offering two thousand dollar admission. The notice emphasizes the event taking place this evening at the Baptist church and urges participation.
Rev. Judson Kempton of Muscatine Baptist church spoke at Foster Baptist Church on Psalm 32:1 and led ten new members to join, all Sunday converts baptized in Muscatine. Services follow March 29 at 7 30 pm by Muscatine members. Ladies to serve dinner and supper at Mrs Gust Anderson home. Election day noted as April 7 with local candidates listed.
Candy Kitchen advertises tonight's sale at the Baptist church with the Central College Glee Club. Bestenlehner's promotes a week long buffet special. Dr. Cal W. Smith related to medical ad and E L McColm leaves for Chicago on business.
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