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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1913

Page

3

Gleaning City Newsroom Advertises Local Grocers

A fragment list shows Jhurwadi Agency and various city grocers like Hl, Save and Aancaring, Tobory Tiros, Crayka's Grocery, OEY Grocery, and Gronerr. Members of the Lee Newspaper Syndicate and Lorenzen Wood Combel Bu Building are cited. The Associated Press subscription details note weekly issues with a price and delivery terms. Contact numbers and office details are provided for subscribers.

Jhurwad Agencier Goursan Fol Acancias Lee Byndicate Aloe Epentathes Avadieina Rew York—Cane Jrorensen Cicane Lorenzen & Wood Combel Bu

Open air reform call by Wilson on political openness

Fragmentary essay attributed to Woodrow Wilson argues for open government and publicity in politics. It urges exposing private conferences, ending machine control, empowering primaries, and letting citizens see all processes behind elections and public policy. It praises public scrutiny to root out corruption and urges a bold political transformation.

Pat Dobtor Woodrow Wilson Wison Geelar Tiberculosia Mr. Wilson Neahbors Jrgent Tigey Politica Ko

Open publicity in legislations reform urged on floor

A speaker advocates open publicity for every bill and legislative process to let the people see costs and arguments. He argues reforms should move debate from committees to the open chamber, exposing the real aims behind acts and preventing hidden agendas.

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Politician Rivalry and Editorial Voices Across Iowa Papers

A compilation of editorial snippets from Sioux City and Iowa papers citing Hallam of Sioux City and Stevens for Senate, critique of Roosevelt era diplomacy, Payne Aldrich tariff defense of pearl button makers, and mixed views on President Wilson's patronage while commenting on state issues and national policy.

Waterloo Wilson Bryan Des Moines Iowa Pepper

Local Social Notes Highlight Visits and Moves

A collection of brief social items from Atalissa and surrounding areas notes May 1 events. Wuttarman and daughter from Owensboro visit Grandma Lundy. the Overnins return home after a pool visit. Dr Beveridge and family and the Moorns from Muscatine spend a day visiting relatives. Emma Long and son plan to stay in Crosh­eon while George Long works at the electric meat company. Ada and Ethal Long will finish school before the move of the meat market to the Latbert building. Mrs Butler returns from Preston after a three week visit. Vida Strex of Cedar Rapids signs for a teaching position in the upcoming year.

Atatissa Emma Long Georaa Tonya Tits Long Crolsheon Nob Electric Meat Company Ada Ethal Long Tms Ady Bia Meat Market Butler Ralativor Preston Vida Strex Cedar Rapids

Reminiscences and Local Notes From Muscatine Journal

A collage of past recollections and town notices from Muscatine with references to Rev Milburne Tahleso lecture plans, horse shipments to the government, a crowded Methodist sermon, a Cedar River audit, steamboat cargoes, Scotland guest Mrs Duncan Smith, a fatal warehouse fire near Mad Creek, Chicago World’s Fair visit, air freight, and a Y M C A brick accident at the new building.

W. ZH. Milburne Tahlselo Quest Divine Tramoyt Nall Shinkle and Company St. Louis Methodist J. of. Panera

The Curious Paris Auction and an Honest Lawyer

Attorney Mr. Cyrus Stebbins, a Philadelphia resident in Paris, buys an antique writing table at auction for a fraction of its value. A shady buyer pressure, stolen possession claims, and a sequence of dramatic events expose his stinginess and stubbornness. A landlady and a bold, well-dressed visitor reveal letters in the drawer, showing a different side of the case as Stebbins weighs truth against self interest.

Gonald Aten Cyrus Stebalna Tawansaresident Pailadelphia Paris Stevbings Stebbins Tim Giallani Stebbing Givner Ming Waa Zacy le Joeve Hy Star & Man Ross Becaten Anon Agair Dad Rae Philadelphia Hersef Jef Couraa Eseritoire Tle Gar Ant

Secret Letters And A Lawyer In A Curious Exchange

A lawyer advises against writing as a noblewoman receives a package of letters. A sudden death, a railroad collision, and a promise to preserve or burn documents loom. The scene features a Countess and a juried verdict, with a playful exchange on discretion and memory.

Garden Soil Prep For Dry Weather and Tools

K A Kirkpatrick notes dry soil harms seed germination and advises thorough rolling and fine surface packing after plowing or spading. Emphasizes rotted manure as top dressing, shallow mulch, and avoiding weed-laden top layers while warning on tools and weed control for dry seasons.

Arden Don

Garden Tools Buying Guide From An Old Harvest Plot

A partially readable 19th or early 20th century guide stresses selecting quality garden tools. It discusses wheel hoes, hand hoes, rake construction, and materials, favoring polished steel blades, proper handle angles, and durable joints. It advises separate tools if affordable and warns about rivets and shanks loosening with wear.

Hay's Hair Health promises grey hair restoration

An advertisement touts Hay's Hair Health as a quick cure for grey hair, claiming natural color restoration and money back satisfaction. It directs readers to buy a bottle with Hardina Soap freebies and lists druggists Q. & Bipmcee and G. Bustin Jenner as sellers.

Los Ray Bipmcee Bustin Jenner

Washington D C patrons split over Wilson patronage move

In Washington the clash grows between Representative Pepper and National Committee member Wade after the president appointed Judge Van Wagenen to a northern post without consulting them. Kirkpatrick protests Wilson favoritism while Pepper seeks clear guidance on patronage distribution and potential allies for future offices.

Washington, D. C Mar J Representative Pepper National Kirkpatrick Kir Erick Wilson Nickpatrick Champ Clark Woodrow Wilson Great Democratic Party Chaip Clark al. Kirkpatrick Wade. Pepper Connolly Nick Reed Combine Nick White Hoos Pepper Mr. Pepper Maes van Wagenen Senate

Rheumatism Relief From Liniment Succeeds

Lee L. Chapman of Manleron Iowa writes of two years with rheumatism and a two month relief after using Chamberlain's Liniment. He reports marked improvement and no rheumatism since. Sold by all dealers.

Lee L. Chapman Manleron Towa Chamberlain Andy

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