Local commerce and notices lively at Thompson Bros and Best
Regular meats at Best and a water powered washer shown by Thompson Bros. Co. Bestsenlehner's Pharmacy sells the old cure. Dr. A B Clapp eyes ears nose and throat specialist fits glasses. Various local trips and concerts plus a May 7 piano contest at Pearl City Music Co 425 Mulberry. Concert tickets at Frank Sawyer home and Schmidt's music store. Oriental rugs display by Maradian Bros tomorrow. Extra stamps Saturday at McColm Dry Goods Co.
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Musical Union
Frank P. Sawyer
West Second Street
Schmidt's
Maradian Bros
McColm Dry Goods Co
Vaudeville Deal Closed In Muscatine Building Transfer
The deed transfer completed today in Muscatine gives Davenport's John C. Sodini possession of the East Second street vaudeville site between Cedar and Walnut. The $13,590 purchase funds a first class theatre to be erected soon with top vaudeville shows booked through the western circuit, aimed to rival tri city venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Sodini
Davenport
East Second Street
Cedar
Walnut Streets
Sodini
Tri-Cities
Suspected Murderess Held in Poisoning Case
Chicago May 3. Coroner's jury holds Mrs Mary Sladek, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Mette, to await criminal court action after arsenic poisoning killed a family member. Jury finds she mixed arsenic into the food prepared for the Mettes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mettes
Chicago
Mary Sladek
Frank Mette
Criminal Court
Sigourney News Roundup Highlights Local Troubles and Tales
Harry Haffner is ill with pneumonia at his parents’ home on South Jefferson. Grant Ramsey and wife return from Seattle to Iowa and plan a new home on South Main Street. A. J. Weller and wife visited Center Street. J Harve Cutler and Miss Nellie Kerber wed at the Catholic church. they will live in Fort Morgan, Colorado. Various residents conduct business in Sigourney. Eastburn visits the county seat. Eastern Star memorial services held. Alumni plan programs. Walter Hoffman passes government exam to become a survey inspector. John Swisher visits Washington on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sigourney
Harry Haffner
Anton Haffner
South Jefferson Street
Grant Ramsey
Seattle
Washington
Iowa
South Main Street
A. J. Weller
Centerville
J. Harve Cutler
Nellie Kerber
Cutler
Fort Morgan
Colorado
Miss Kerber
Mr. Cutter
Millie Strain
Ottumwa
Willis van Tuly
Webster
D. L. Lamb
Hedrick
C. Z. Lindley
James Harper
Benton Township
James
Oscar Eastburn
J. C. Beem
James Beasley
Delta
Hugo F. Goeldner
Eastern Star
Webb Lodge
Sigourney High School
Frank Strawbridge
A. P. Johnson
Dr. Strawbridge
Ray Williams
Walter E. Hoffman
West
John Swisher
Additional Markets Wheat and Corn Prices Across Markets
St. Louis market reports wheat for July at 145 1/4 cents, corn at 48 1/4 cents, oats at 89 1/4 cents. Peoria market lists corn No 3 at 50 cents in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Peoria
Mrs. J. P. Eckers Dies in Oklahoma City
Mrs. J P Eckers died in Oklahoma City at 10 this morning, reported by her brother Frank Neidig. A Muscatine native, born Alice Neidig on August 29, 1863, she married John P. Eckers on October 11, 1887 and had children Carl and Alice. She is survived by her husband, two children, a brother, and parents. funeral plans not announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Neidig
John P. Eckers
Oklahoma City
Eckers
Maurice Neidig
Walnut Street
Muscatine
Alice Neidig
Carl
Alice
Frank A. Neidig
Chicago Sunday observance charter setback
Springfield reports that the house committee on Chicago charter recommended against passing the ancillary charter bill on Sunday observance. The measure would grant the Chicago city council full power to regulate opening and closing of places of business and amusement on Sundays, with Mayor Busse speaking in its favor yesterday.
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Springfield
House Committee On Chicago
United Societies For
Chicago
Busse
Homeopathists Prepare for Iowa City Convention
Iowa City hosts the annual convention of the Hahnemannian Medical Association of Iowa May 8 and 9 with a banquet and scientific program. Notable figures include Dr. Royal S. Copeland and Dr. Benjamin F. Bailey, while Dr. George Roval serves as treasurer and Dr. William Woodburn as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Ila
Hahnemannian Medical Association of Iowa
Royal S. Copeland
Ann Arbor
Mich
Benjamin F. Bailey
Lincoln, Neb
American Institute of Homeopathy
George Roval
Des Moines
William Woodburn
Lacey B. Harbach
Bureau On Pediatrics
T. F. H. Sprong
Sioux City
Bureau of Materia Medica
B. R. Johnston
Cedar
Foote Resigns as Citizens Railway and Light Agent
F. E. Foote resigns from his post as commercial agent of the Citizens' Railway and Light company. The resignation was accepted and Foote will leave Muscatine for another city to take a new position. He is described as thorough and well liked, with many warm friendships in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Foote
Citizens’ Railway & Light Company
Alr. Foote
Muscatine
Foote
Citizen’s Railway and Lights Company
A L Clark Named Referee for Iowa High School Meet
Iowa City May 5 A L Clark the Chicago expert has been chosen as referee for the Iowa State high school association field meet to be held May 17 The Iowa university board of athletic control will host a dinner for visiting athletes and the varsity band will give an open air concert
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
University of Iowa
Iowa State High School Association
A. L. Clark
Chicago
Iowa University Board of Athletic Control
Enjoyable Evening at W. S. Hill Home
The Session club met at Joseph Hill’s East Hill home for a pleasant evening. Miss Laura Hill and the 500 club arrived unannounced causing surprise. Cards and lavish refreshments fueled a congenial, joyful gathering praised for hospitality.
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W. S. Hill
Joseph Hill
East Hill
Laura Hill
Hill
Laura
Judge Bollinger Plans West Liberty Visit Over Pending Case
The April term of Muscatine district court will likely close next week with little unfinished business. Judge Bollinger will travel to West Liberty with Attorney Warner to investigate the West Liberty case from the district court trial. He may involve West Liberty city in the matter before returning to conclude other matters and adjourn. Three new cases filed include Muscatine Lumber & Box Co versus Arthur G Laurence and wife for 15.65 plus interest and costs, Morgan R Houser versus Jacob M Houser et al for share in deceased father’s property, and Adolf Welk against another party for 150.37 plus interest and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Lumber Co
Muscatine Lumber & Box Company
District Court
Arthur G. Laurence
Morgan R. Houser
Jacob M. Houser
Adolf Welk
Baraca Club Hosts Grace Church Young Ladies
The Baraca class of Grace Lutheran church entertained the church’s young ladies last evening in the parish parlors after the prayer meeting. A fine program featured vocal solos by Gus Allbee and A J Reinemund, plus several lectures by class members including Roy Putnam Karl Klink and Robt Hoover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Lutheran Church
Gus. Allbee
Luther League
Roy Putnam
Our Great Church
Karl Klink
A. J. Reinemund
Robt. Hoover
Rev. Martin
Ladies' Aid Form Kensington Social Club
The Ladies' Aid society of the First Congregational church met at the Y M C A for their regular monthly gathering. A social club was formed to meet biweekly, with officers named: President Mrs. Frank Warfield, Vice President Mrs. J E Stevenson, Secretary and Treasurer Mrs. Chester Lillibridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Aid Society
First Congregational Church
Frank Warfield
J. E. Stevenson
Chester Lillibridge
Lemon Club Initiates 35 New Members at Muscatine College
The Lemon club of the Muscatine business college held its first initiation last evening, admitting 35 new members. A social followed the ceremony, and a large crowd attended the card party hosted by the Degree of Honor ladies at the A. O. U. W. hall. Grand lodge remains the central topic for the ladies today.
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Lemon Club
Muscatine Business College
A. O. U. W. Hall
Grand Lodge
Doctor Fritch Faces Statutory Manslaughter Charge
Detroit May 3 Dr George A Fritch was arraigned on statutory manslaughter in the death of Edith Presley a proof reader for the state senate He stood mute when asked to plead His examination is set for May 7 and bail fixed at five thousand which was not furnished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Fritch
Detroit
Georze A. Fritch
Edith Presley
State Senate
State Capitol
Fritch
Pioneer Club Meeting at John Mosher’s Home
The Pioneer club gathered yesterday afternoon at John Mosher’s home. Cards and games provided entertainment and refreshments were served. The next meeting is scheduled for two weeks later at the same location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pioneer Club
John Mosher
Regular meeting of the Redmen in Asthalter hall
The Redmen held a regular meeting at their hall in the Asthalter building last evening. The regular business was transacted and one candidate was initiated. The next meeting will be held a week from today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redmen
Asthalter Building
Maennerchor Ladies Meet. Next Gathering May 16
The Maennerchor ladies met last night to conduct routine business and enjoy a social hour. The next meeting is planned at Mrs. Herman Mahraun's home on May 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maennerchor
Herman Mahraun
Trinity Guild Meets at Mrs Thompson's Home
The Trinity Guild gathered yesterday afternoon at Mrs Will Thompsons residence on West Fourth Street for a regular business meeting followed by a social hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Guild
Will Thompson
West Fourth Street
Norton couple pleased with Phoenix visit and four winters there
Cc. W. Norton of Wilton Iowa returned home after an extended visit at Phoenix Arizona. He and his wife enjoyed the trip and found Phoenix one of the best towns in the southwest, having spent four winters there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cc. W. Norton
Wilton
Phoenix
Ariz
Mrs. Norton
Traveling Man Taken to Hershey Hospital After Break-Down
John Anderson the traveling man found west of the city and once believed robbed was brought to Hershey hospital this morning. Doctors deem a general breakdown with a slight brain-base disorder, and his sister in Chicago has been notified along with the company for which he traveled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Anderson
Hershey Hospital
Oliver
Chicago
Coffee to Postum: a path to renewed health and energy
A testimony cites relief from long standing ailments after quitting coffee and switching to Postum Food Coffee. Multiple friends report improved digestion, reduced heart and stomach distress, and greater wellbeing, with one noting complete cure from chronic issues. The reader is urged to explore The Road to Wellville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yady
Wellville
American Shining Parlor Adds Large Mirrors
The American Shining parlor at 34 East Second street, owned by Michael Simprucos, announces major improvements. Two large 5 by 51? feet mirrors have been installed along with electric appliances and inlaid linoleum, making the shop one of the city’s most attractive. Simprucos has built his business during the three years he has been in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Second Street
Michael Simprucos
Simprucos
Mcintyre Faces Trial On Intoxication Charge
On a complaint by James Karr, Charles Mcintyre is charged with intoxication. He posted a $50 bond and is set to appear for trial Monday at 1 o'clock in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Karr
Charles Mcintyre
Columbus City Notes And Local Social Updates
Mrs Dr Lewis remains very low in health. Mrs Mary Shearer returned home from Letts. Mr and Mrs H B Hunt of Wapello visited. A Friday program by the lower rooms drew a good crowd. Mrs William Johnston leaves to stay with her son Rob. S C Allen builds a house for Will Williams in Welsh neighborhood. Mrs Reiner is seriously ill.
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Columbus City
Dr. Lewis
Mary Shearer
Letts
H. B. Hunt
Wapello
William Johnston
Rob. Johnston
S. C. Allen
Will Williams
Reiner
Profit and risk in corporate value law
In the April Square Deal the author argues that restricting profits to original investments would stifle progress and employment. He defends rewards tied to added value from owners’ energy, enterprise, and broader economic growth, labeling the opposite view socialist or anarchistic.
Mr. Aldrich's Poetry Reviewed by Bliss Perry
Bliss Perry in the May Atlantic praises Aldrich for tranquil mastery and enduring charm. He notes even the lightest pieces carry beauty and predicts future readers will value poems that deepen the mysterious reach of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Aldrich
Aldrich
Mozart
Crocus
Bliss Perry
May Atlantic
The American Boy May Front Cover Highlights Summer Pleasures
The May issue showcases a power boat illustration and summer allure for healthy readers. It features continuing serials by Tomlinson Sprague Stratemeyer Shute and Ellis, boating and sailing pieces, canoeing, nautical terms and lights, and guidance on building a twelve foot rowing skiff. It also includes a story about a boat race The Vindication of the Vesper and a note on government help for Alaska Eskimo dogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tomlinson
Sprague
Stratemeyer
Shute
Ellis
Vesper Nere Sam's Boy Reindeer Drivers
Alaska
Air-Brake Proves Itself In Dramatic Trial
In April 1869 the Steubenville to Pittsburg air brake trial faced a stalled wagon on a sharp curve. The engineer, using the air brake before the formal test, halted the train just inches from disaster. Observers recovered from the shock and recognized the brake’s potential.
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Steubenville
Pittsburg
Ohio
George Westinghouse
Paul Latzke
Salinity Levels in Dead Sea Vary by Depth
At sixty six feet depth the water is twice as salty as at the surface and at one thousand feet depth it is three times as salty. This indicates increasing salinity with depth in the Dead Sea.
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Dead Sea
Ripening Pepper Spike Cut for Harvest Timing
When berries on a pepper spike turn red the spike is cut and berries gathered. Leaving fruit to ripen fully risks berry loss and poorer quality product.
Frozen butterflies thaw and fly after gentle handling
A London Telegraph note describes butterflies frozen on snow shattering if mishandled. In warmer climates they recover and take flight again, illustrating resilience of delicate creatures after cold exposure.
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London Telegraph
Cliff Heights On English Coast Compared To Wales
The text notes Beachy Head as a high cliff at 504 feet with Wales boasting higher formations. Hovhead reaches 719 feet and Great Orme's Head is listed at 378 feet. St Catherine's Cliff, Isle of Wight, is also mentioned at 530 feet.
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Beachy Hiead
Tinelish
Beachy Head
Hovhead
Great Orme’s Head
St. Catherine's Cliff
Isle of Wis
Cht
Heute
Learn to Relax the Muscles of the Eye
Practical advice from Eustace Miles via C. B. Fry's Magazine on relaxing eye muscles to gain concentration. Recommends practice to achieve relief and restfulness, and to save power for future mental effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eustace Miles
C. B. Fry
Salt Overload Harms Skin and Kidneys, Experts Say
Many people consume excessive salt which burdens and injures the skin and kidneys as they work to expel the excess. Health experts warn that derangements of the kidneys may stem from heavy salt intake.
The Turk as Described Through Time and Conquest
The passage traces the Turk from a Tartar with a flat nose and squint eyes to a refined ruler through amalgamation with conquered peoples. It notes changes in facial features as the Turk blends with other nations, producing a more prominent shin and a straighter gaze.
Writer of Fiction Needed to Frame Stories for Club
A Chicago News cartoon-style remark notes members seek a fiction writer who understands gamblers and drinkers. The gag: the writer’s stories would be crafted to appeal to those who do engage in such vices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gunner
Guyer
Chicago News
Popular Sunday Excursion to Peoria by Iowa Central Railway
Sunday excursion via Iowa Central railway leaves Elrick at 7 59 a m for Peoria arriving 11 45 a m The return departs Peoria at 6 30 p m Round trip fare 1 75 Stresses social visit opportunity and urges inquiries through local agent May Sth marked by start of service
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Peoria
Iowa Central Railway
Elrick
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Lowa
Thompson Bros. Co
Bestenlehner’s
A. B. Clapp
Jos. Chaplin
Amalia Schmidt Gobbie
J. L. Moyer
Creston
Pearl City Music Co
Mulberry Street
The
Crown Restaurant
the Musical Union
Frank Sawyer
Bonas China Store
Henry Fletcher
Louie Gunderson
Mobile
Ala
Chean
Frank Bowman
John H. Baker
Conesville
W. E. Dewey
Del
John A. Robbins
Dunbar Restaurant
Ings
Burnside
Muscatine County
A. J. Kohlhammer
Gretchen Corn Planter
M. Benham
East Second St
Vaudeville Theatre
J. P.eckers
F. A. Neidig
Chicago Charter
United Societies For Self Government
Street Railway Company
A. J. Clark
Judge Bollinger
West Lib
Erty
Peti
Tion
Baraca Club
Kensington
C. W. Norton
St. Paul Park
Hinkel
Flannery
Woodley
John Manville
West 2Nd St
City Lumber Yard
Eureka
W. G. Block Co
Seiler Bros
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