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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1901
Page
8
The Imperial, fitted with a cushion frame and coaster brake, has drawn hundreds of retired cyclists back to riding. The rocking chair is not for comfort, as this machine rekindles their competitive spark.
J A Cochran and Mrs E S Rabe of Letts visit the city on business while S M Ashby and J B Jarvis travel for duties. James O'Brien and daughter of Sev enty Six township also visit. G W Essex travels to Nichols due to his father's illness. Gus Turner is reportedly sinking in a worsening condition.
An advertisement asserts Ev. Brandenburg paints cost less in the long run due to durability and longevity. It claims Brandenburg paints last twice as long as cheap alternatives and offers guaranteed satisfaction. The ad cites 20 years on the Avenue.
The Imperial offers thirty five bicycle styles for selection, showcased at Schmidt Bros. Customers can compare models in person and choose the bike that fits their needs from the broad range.
Numerous items from a local page list Barnard's laundry as the best in the city and promote lace curtains from Geo B Jackson. It notes residents traveling by Firefly, community events at the M E church, and various small ads for eateries and services.
One bay mare three years old with white hind feet and one white front foot and a heavy black mane and tail. Owner may reclaim by paying all costs. Notice dated May 9 1901.
During a school supper a man swapped a minister's hat with his own dusty hat. The minister nearly lost his temper and had to borrow a decent hat to go buy a replacement.
Lemon ice at Hackers and new garden seeds at E L Graham's are announced. John Idle and Thomas Tharp of Moscow visit the city. Mr and Mrs S Hamilton of Letts and Mr and Mrs J F Gaunt of West Liberty are also in town. Chas Howard of MR & S traveled to Peoria. Arthur Sinclair was taken to Eldora by Sheritt McGaughey. The Journal want column is promoted as a quick fill for all wants.
August Will of Moscow shops at The best laundry in town. Chas Wonrell and James O'Toole visit for business. Mr and Mrs Thomas visit. several residents attend social and religious events. The Journal notes new Oliver typewriter, shortages of rental houses, and plans for Stein's hall Masonic lodge suites with McCorm Dry Goods moving upstairs.
New York reports John D. Rockefeller will be handed a check for roughly 35.5 million on June 15. It represents his share of the $12 dividend payable that date.
Chicago market quotations show hogs up to five cents higher with mixed and butchers at 5.60 to 5.80 for heavy varieties and pigs at 4.80. Cattle receipts steady with beeves 5.40 to 6.00 and Texans 4.25 to 5.00. Sheep receipts steady with sheep 3.50 to 4.40 and lambs 5.25 to 5.49.
Chicago May 11 market report shows wheat and corn futures with May and July figures for opening and close. Park and pork products listed with bid and close prices, plus car lots received and tomorrow's estimated loads for wheat, corn, oats and hogs.
Dr and Mrs Deemer hosted a surprise party at their home last night from 7 to 9 oclock in honor of Lygle Deemers ninth birthday anniversary. Attendees included Adam and Helen Reinemund Margaret Young Cole Holmes Glen and Ralph Hacker Marie and Stella Smith Alvin Hoffman and Chas Reuling. Refreshments were served and a pleasant time enjoyed.
The New Imperial bicycle fitted with a coaster brake is offered for $30. It is showcased at Schmidt Bros for potential buyers to inspect.
According to astronomy the dog star must be a sky-terrier.
Wm. Walker from near Grandview spent the day in the city on business. Miss Vinnie Besse rode the morning Firefly to Geneseo. C. E. social scheduled Friday evening May 17 at 320 Green street. Everyone is welcome. Journal want ads promise results.
Emigrant agent H H Arnold promotes a May 7 excursion to Oklahoma Kansas and the South. He urges rapid turnout to secure a chartered car, listing contact points at the Scott House Muscatine and his office 105 West 2nd Street. He advertises houses lots and farms for sale in Muscatine on West 2nd Street.
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