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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1906
Page
6
Ulrich von Lichtenstein, a medieval German cavalier, pursues a fervent love for a woman, roaming hills with knights and dueling rivals who doubt his passion. In one act he amputates a finger to prove his torment to his patroness while his wife languishes at her forest château.
Foote, a comedian, faced a threat of whipping after caricaturing a certain man. He apologized fervently declaring he "takes himself off sometimes" and demonstrated the act by slipping through a fence opening.
An Ordinary Mortal notes a broken hearted fiancé who quickly seeks a fallback, likening him to the average man. The quip suggests his rejection spurred a rapid search for comfort.
Purchaser complains after buying a horse claiming it is lame. The horse dealer counters that lameness is not a fault but an affliction.
A compact quotation notes that the most cultivated minds are patient clear and rationally progressive with meticulous attention to accuracy in details attributed to James Martie.
Arrangements indicate the Helen Blair will depart winter quarters Wednesday for its first trip of the season. The Columbia, its downstream rival, is slated to arrive early May with a Burlington run added on weekdays. The Columbia has been refitted with hot and cold water in all rooms and a Texas installed, promising top passenger service. Captain Washington Hight, aged 75 and famed as Pink Barbee of the Mississippi, died at Summerville Illinois after a long river piloting career.
Ardon Ia March 26 Hugh Wigim of Muscatine will erect a large two story building on Newt Longstreth’s house site. Lower floor will house a butcher shop and harness room while the upper story will serve as a town hall. The project aims to provide a meat market harness shop and a public meeting space for the community.
At a Des Moines meeting last week the Pioneer Lawmakers chose Samuel McNutt of Muscatine as vice president for the second district for the coming year. The officers include President T. B. Perry of Albia and an executive slate with Des Moines officials in secretaries and committees.
An advertisement notes that Ben Pool of Threet Alabama was cured by Bucklen's Amica Salve for wounds and urges readers to try the salve, priced at 25 cents at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
The annual Trinity church confirmation exercises are set for next Sunday afternoon at 4 30 with Bishop Morrison in attendance. A large class is expected to be received. The morning will feature a missionary service led by Bishop Morrison with a talk on the state missionary societies work.
An archival ad notes Dr King’s New Life Pills claimed to be a quick pleasant curative effect with a 25 cent price and attendant guarantee from Havercamp’s Prescription Drug Store.
John Curtis dies after weeklong illness at 50 in Lone Tree. Funeral at Reformed church, burial in Lone Tree cemetery. Notices cover weddings, new births, travel, graduations with 12 graduates at Lone Tree High School. David Curtis plans move to Oklahoma with family following.
Columbus Junction reports Chas J McWilliams will address Oakville Tuesday evening on the subject Familiar Talk Wise or Otherwise. Rural carrier Chas Paxton had a horse crippling mishap on the route. Mrs Willip and daughters Buryl and Hortense traveled to Wapello to visit Mr Collip's relatives.
A long list of residents and visitors mix daily travel from Columbus City Letts Muscatine West Liberty and Iowa City to visit relatives friends or for personal matters. Notable moves include Miss Rubye Knaube to Muscatine and Mrs Kendrick visiting Chicago with children.
In Wellman Iowa on March 26 Mrs Walt Livery visited sister Mrs G W Klockenteger in S U S hospital. Wade and bride returned from Iowa City and have not yet decided where to locate. Epworth League to host missionary program Sunday on Africa led by Mrs J W Oldaker. Mrs W L Clapp visiting parents in Washington this week. Opera house hosted a meeting to form a commercial club with a ten member committee. Wes Webster moved to Jim Adams property south of town. Dave Yoder delivering atlas from Iowa Publishing Co with books proving satisfactory. John S Yoder bought T E Harvey’s wagon shop and will quit carpentry. FE Hucke spent Sunday in Muscatine. Harvey McConnell of Burlington visited friends. moved to educate children. works for Prudential Life. Mrs J W Eryestone of Mt Vernon visits Lexington and Wellman relatives. Mrs B R Steninger surprised with a social gathering Friday night with baskets and refreshments.
Nichols Iowa March 26 Resident updates Mrs H Dowling improved Evan Carr visited with parents over weekend F G Baker Columbus Junction called on Thursday Lewis Mapes relocated to a Lone Tree area Mr and Mrs P C Hart departed Saturday
An advertisement proclaims a pink skin cure free from eruptions using Dr Hale's Household Ointment. It claims to soothe irritations stop itching and permanently cure skin diseases even long standing. Sold at drug stores for 25 cents or direct from Kenyon and Thomas Adams New York.
Riverside Ia March 26 Miss Jose Allen visited friends in Iowa City Saturday. Claude Samuels came down from Iowa City Friday evening and visited until Saturday evening at the home of.
A seller notes a journal advertisement offering a second hand washing machine for a nominal rate. The message implies a low cost per word listing and emphasizes a woman's desire for an affordable appliance.
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