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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1913
Page
2
Mrs Josephine Sargent recounts a long persistent leg infection that threatened amputation and pain, improved after starting Hood's Sarsaparilla. She notes rapid relief after the first bottle and complete healing after ten, returning her to work and normal health. The letter endorses the remedy for others.
Ottumwa fifty fourth regiment band will headline a concert in Muscatine on April 10. Praise from West Coast papers highlights their precision, harmony, and stage presence. Dr King’s New Discovery advertised as a trusted cough remedy with testimonials from J J Owens.
Pine Muis march 29 41 Grandpa Schultz attended church in Muscatine Sunday. Mr and Mrs Wm Alteneder and Andersen visited with C Alteneder at Waterloo. Tom Agar from Davenport transacting business. George Longatreth closed term of school at Ping MIs and vacationing in Muscatine. Mrs A Kemper sailed to Muscatine to see her sick sister Edith. M C Irwin under care of Mrs Tettchmiller. Hartman pair from Davenport visited Schultz family. Mrs Ed Pantel under doctor’s care. Charlie Eater transacting business in Davenport. Mrs Telchmiller visited with Mrs William Hartman. Storm caused damage slowing several small buildings in the vicinity. Mrs B A Rowe of Latta spent yesterday in the city and left in the afternoon.
City council debated site options for a new city hall, leaning toward a larger Fourth Street property. Aldermen favored a voter decision before locking in a location, noting the present site is inadequate and options on Bishop Maxcor, Bikey, and Horan Davitt properties were secured for purchase.
Construction at Mulberry avenue site progresses with carpenters and planter work advancing. Maurer reports a carload of crushed rock arrived for concrete floors and cellars, with finishing details and spouting set to begin soon as crews push the project to completion.
Three youths Frank Healey Harry McGaughey and William Full were marooned on Geneva Island in the Mississippi for three days. Rising water levels and dwindling rations tested them after their motor boat broke down. They endured hunger while awaiting rescue as their up river trip proved safe and the resort area was flooded by last Tuesday.
Local Mod awn Woodmen of America lodge presents a Tuesday evening event with a dance and refreshments after the program. Opening number by Black's Big Boys Band followed by address by A. Lawrence, instrumental duet by Cyril Meyers and Bernard Chaylin, violin solo by Clarence Bloom, readings by Mrs. G. B. Samuels, vocal solo by Mrs. Hochin, piano duet by Gertrude Davidson and Marguerite Hinkle, and vocal solo by Lee Amlong.
An advertisement promotes a scalp care regimen to prevent dryness thinning and loss of hair. It instructs massaging Cuticura ointment into the scalp, then parting and treating successive sections, followed by shampooing with Cuticura soap. Free samples are offered with a 32 page Skin Book by mail.
Concrete work across the city resumes after a late start caused by weather and freezes. Local contractors expect sidewalks and cellars to begin Monday with ongoing activity through the season. Carpenters report busy remodeling and new residences, as gravel shortages shift to crushed rock temporarily. Several local routines and visits fill the social pages, noting family movements and funeral services in West Liberty on March 28.
An advertisement attributes headaches to a sluggish liver and intestinal buildup. It claims Cascarets stimulate bile flow, relieve constipation, and purge toxins, promising quick relief by morning. It targets women and children, touting tastiness and no griping, with a 16 cent box price.
F D Steen president of Muscatine County Crop Improvement Association spoke at a Pomona Grange session in Wilton. He discussed state legislative measures affecting farmers and recommended the Farmers Mutual Insurance measure. He noted a Des Moines hearing and announced the next grange meeting at Atalissa on May 6.
Oregon, Washington and British Columbia attract business men, agriculturists and travelers. The Son Line train service from St. Paul and Minneapolis is being promoted, with address for inquiries to W. R. Harley, D. P. A. 210 Fifth St., Des Moines, Ia.
Inclement weather last Sunday forced a postponement of the New Era Lutheran church Easter program until Sunday morning at 10 oclock. The program will be presented as announced. The Sunday school convention will be held at New Era church on the coming Wednesday with an interesting program expected to draw a large crowd.
An advertisement hawks a “free” cure for weak kidneys and related urinary and back pain. It promises rapid relief from scalding dribbling frequent urination, headaches, muscle weakness, yellow skin, and sleeplessness. The notice urges readers to request a copy by mail, offering delivery at no cost and claiming dramatic healing power.
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