Ex-newsboy Dobinsky accused of fake magazine premiums scam
Muscatine residents were lured into subscribing to a magazine with promises of a gold watch after eighty-five issues. Ed Dobinsky, linked to National Publishing Company, allegedly pressured payments and sent deceptive letters. authorities note similar schemes in Davenport and Rock Island. Officials cannot verify offices in Muscatine or Moline.
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National Publishing Company
Ed. Dobinsky
Muscatine
Ed Dobinsky
Sunday Sun
Rock Island
Moline
Ill
Cedar and
Twelfth Streets
Robinsky
Dobinsky
Refund Guarantee on 50cent Syrup of Tar Warranted
The undersigned pledge to refund your money if the 50 cent bottle of Gre' 1's Warranted Syrup of Tar does not cure cough or cold. A 5 cent bottle is offered to prove satisfaction or money refund. Signatories include G. A. Reimese, B. Barkalow, J. J. Havercamp, Nesper & Co., J. Theo. Keuchma.
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D. G. A. Reimese
B. Barkalow
J. J. Havercamp
Nesper & Co
J. Theo. Keuchma
Holy Week Services Emphasize Fasting and Mercy Across Churches
Holy Week observed with special services and stricter fasting as churches mark Palm Sunday through Holy Saturday. Programs at St. Matthias and Holy Trinity detail mass timings, Way of the Cross, adoration, and prayers, urging quiet reflection and mercy during the week.
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Jerusalem
St. Mary’s
St. Matthias’ Church
Laurent
Holy Trinity Church
Fantastic Club entertains at Miss Winifred Giesler home
Society notes report the Fantastic Club gathering at Miss Winifred Giesler's home last night. The program featured music by Miss Stella Richards along with games and social chat. This is the last winter meeting, and many young people regret the closing as they spent many pleasant evenings together.
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Winnifred Giesler
Stella Richards
Local residents visit city for business and illness and parish death
C Harrigan and D Parson attend city business in town from 76 township and Letts respectively. J E Allen from Shirly West Virginia stays at Scott house. James OToole from 76 township spends day in city. Chas Passmore from Nichols P W Westbrook from Letts also visit on business. L S Pepper from Atalissa arrives for the day. Miss McDssa Hoffman ill at 810 East Eighth Street. A J LaTourette from Bayfield and Mr Mrs Charles Cromer of North Prairie mourn loss of their two month old child to pneumonia. F H Shinn Chase Dillardhide Arthur Krejci Bert Cline hunt at Blanchard island and plan to return tonight.
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cDssa Hoffman
East Eighth Street
A. J. LaTourette
Bayfield
Charles Cromer
North Prairie
Muscatine Golf Links to Open April First
A large portion of Muscatine society anticipates the formal opening of the Muscatine Golf links on April first. Green keeper Scheetz takes charge of the grounds that day and play will begin in earnest after a week of informal practice.
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Muscatine Society
Muscatine Golf Links
Scheetz
Lenten Ball Planned by Local Society Gentlemen
The close of Lent spurs social activity with plans discussed for a Lenten ball to be hosted by a group of young society gentlemen the week after next.
Mrs Henry Dealing Hosts Friendly Reception
Mrs Henry Dealing gave a reception to a number of friends yesterday afternoon. The gathering enjoyed social converse and music and was heartily attended by those present.
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Henry Dealing
Muscatine Markets Grain Produce and Livestock
Market report from Muscatine lists grain prices for corn oats and wheat with oats at 23 to 25 cents, wheat around 55 to 760, hay values from 11 to 12 dollars, and hogs 5.50 to 5.60, cattle 3.00 to 3.50, calves 3.50 to 4.00, sheep 3.00 to 4.00 per head, and various poultry and flour prices with mixed market tone. Sugar loaf prices 12 1/2 cents per loaf and general market unsteady with multiple minor item quotes.
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Timothey
Illinois
Ladies of Presbyterian Church Hold All Day Sewing
The Ladies of the Presbyterian church completed an all day sewing event at Mrs. E. F. Schall's home on East Eighth street. They reported good work accomplished and a pleasant time for all participants.
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The
Presbyterian Church
E. F. Schall
East Eighth Street
Miss Lillian Churchill Hosts Party Honoring Brother Guy
Miss Lillian Churchill will entertain a small party of friends Monday evening in honor of her brother Guy, who is home from Iowa City enjoying his spring vacation.
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Lillian Churchill
Guy
Iowa City
Niece Miriam Keith and Maud Howell to Visit Lewis Family
Mr and Mrs H W Lewis expect a visit next week from their niece Miriam Keith of Des Moines and Maud Howell of Des Moines.
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H. W. Lewis
Miriam Keith
Des Moines
Maud Howell
Miss Stella Cohn Expected Home From Chicago Visit
Miss Stella Cohn, who has been visiting relatives and friends in Chicago, is expected home Tuesday or Wednesday of next week.
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Stella Cohn
Chicago
Chicago Visit Short for Mr and Mrs Jackson and Miss Jarvis
Mr and Mrs D. Jackson and Miss Bessie Jarvis returned home after a brief visit in Chicago.
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D. ¥. Jackson
Bessie Jarvis
Chicago
Lady of Lyons at Grand with William Owen in demand
Despite stormy weather a good audience saw William Owen star in The Lady of Lyons at the Grand. The audience praised the performance as first class and many expressed praise for Mr. Owen. Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice is slated for this evening with advance sales suggesting a large turnout.
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the Grand
William Owen
Owen
Shakespeare
Rock Island Announces Seasonal Victory Coast Rail Fares
One way second class tickets to California and Washington coast points go on sale every Tuesday from Feb 12 to April 30 1901. Fares are 30 dollars to California and 25 dollars 40 cents to Washington. Tickets available at the passenger depot under agent C M Gould.
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California
Washington Coast
Rock Island
Washington
Oeseus
Scenic Lehigh Valley Route to New York via Niagara Falls
A descriptive note promotes travel from New York to Niagara Falls by the Lehigh Valley railroad. It highlights attractive scenery, fast trains, dining cars, and an a la carte service, presenting the trip as pleasant and convenient.
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New York
Niagara Falls
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Switzerland of America Route Preview
The Lehiah Valley railway line connects Buffalo with New York and Philadelphia on a luxurious limited schedule. The Black Diamond Express is highlighted as the flagship service along this scenic route.
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Switzerland of America
Lehieh Valley
Buffalo
New York
Philadelphia
Mississippi Box Company Incorporation Notice
Incorporation under Iowa law forms the Mississippi Box Company in Muscatine to buy sell and manufacture lumber and products. Authorized capital $40,000 with possible increase to $60,000 by two thirds stockholder vote. Board of 3 to 5 directors including Wm Kaiser Chas Mosqua R J Kaiser Louis C Lenck. Date March 28 1901.
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Iowa
Mississippi Box Company
Muscatine
Muscatine County
Wm. Kaiser
Chas. Mosqua
R. J. Kaiser
Louis C. Lenck
Muscatine, Iowa
Household goods for sale at J M Peck residence
For sale items include an upright piano sideboard carpets matting chairs rockers parlor suites book cases bedroom furniture folding bed gas stove and other items at the residence of J M Peck West Third Street
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J. M. Peck
West Third Street
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Fake National Pub
Lishing Company
Davenport
Rosenberger
F. A. Neidic
2Nd St
Muscatine Plumbing & Heating Company
Last Third Street
CG DD
Peacock
Adams Sts
Mark
C. Harrigan
D. Parson
Letts
J. E. Allen
Shirly, West Virginia
Scott House
James O'Toole
Chas. Passmore
Nichols
P. W. Westbrook
Rofressor L. S. Pepper
Atalissa
F. H. Shinn
Chase Dillarhide
Arthur Krejci
Bert Cline
Blanchard
Muscatine Markets
Graham
Lady OF Lyons
Grand
C. M. Gould
Kelle
Stin
Tedianapolis
Ami
B. Thomas
Cornell Ave
Indianapolis
Ind
F.c
Porrtea Care
Onex
Coar
Sole Props
Boston
Holland
Scheetz’s
Colmu
W. S. Peasley
Muscatine Bash & Door Co
Szek
Child
Iawn Ave
Singer
Bath Street
J. W. Maddox
New
Ills
Attorney
E. W. Horton
Bloomington Friends’ Church
RK. J. Jefferson
West Second Street
East 10Th Street
Mutual Refining Co
Cleveland
Ohio
Muscatine and County
Dows Block
Cedar Rapids
Slater & Ceeder
D. Dpd
Frye
Brother
Swett Ave
X” Care Journal
Prunette
Laura Draner
Reserve Oil Co
Mackey
Model@ Clothing house
C. H. Sterneman
Board of Engineers
Geo. A. Zeller
S. 4Th St
St. Louis
2Nd Street
Tfesma
8Th St
Sth
Orange
8Th Street
7Th Street
6Th St
5Th St
Lucas Grove St
Mulberry St
Lotson Oak St
Seconassreet
H. H. Arnold
West Second St
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