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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1907
Page
5
Mrs. F P Sawyer urges public backing for the local Musical Union orchestra. She praises the group’s dedication and asks patrons to attend, noting seat sales fund operations and emphasizing music’s uplifting role for the community.
In Muscatine a board meeting elected Mrs M W Stirlen president to fill the vacancy after Mrs J R Realing’s resignation. Miss McElroy spoke on committee work and will meet with committees through next Thursday to plan future efforts. A rally and open meeting at 3 30 Sunday at the Baptist church will feature Miss McElroy as speaker with special music.
Distressing kidney and bladder problems relieved in six hours by a new remedy. Claims rapid relief for bladder, kidneys and back in men and women, including prompt water retention relief. Sold by Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
A Journal advertises a lost and found service offering to locate items such as a $260.00 diamond. Readers may submit notices through the want column at the rate of one half cent per word per insertion.
Henry Zeidler of this city has been chosen to design the Roach and Musser companys new two story hose house to be built on the present site. The first floor will store carts and serve as an assembly room while the second floor will be finished in hardwood and used as a dance hall. Work is expected to start soon after plan completion later this week. Also noted are late strawberry crops due to cold weather and local notices on an Epworth League anniversary service at Musserville M E church with installation of new officers tomorrow evening. Local items cover residents Bert Wells Edward Reed Fred Brown Edward Beecham Joseph Hoffer and others returning from travels or visits.
Muscatine for the past week returned to his home last evening. Miss Ada Gray of Melpine Ind. returned to her home yesterday afternoon after a short visit with relatives here. Mrs. Henry Taylor and daughter Alma of Blue Ridge returned home last night after visiting the former's brother on Grand view avenue. Miss Margaret James of Mk alona who had been visiting relatives south of town returned to her home this morning.
A druggist guarantees Orrine will cure the liquor habit or refund money. The product is sold with a registered guarantee in every box and offered in two forms. It promises no work disruption, cures drinking cravings, and restores health. price is $1 a box with mail orders possible from Orrine Co., Washington DC, via A W Morgan in city address.
A Highland township mare owned by Robert McGinnis gave birth to three colts on April 30 amid a heavy snowstorm near Creston. The owner reports all foals are strong and thriving.
A notice invites readers to place items in the Journals Want Columns describing desired goods or services. The column offers a one cent per word rate for those seeking to buy or sell or provide requests through the newspaper listings.
The report indicates strong party unity around Senator Cummins with minimal opposition. It notes the Republican base in Iowa appearing cohesive and resistant to intra party challenges at this time.
Des Moines report by Ora Williams notes a belief among political figures that harmony will prevail in Iowa Republicans for the upcoming campaign. Railroads and insurance power is receding, with lawmakers and factions uniting to pass progressive measures from the recently adjourned session. Only three posts loom large: U S senator governor and auditor of state, with Cummins facing little opposition beyond a few lingering critics.
The statement praises Senator Allison for retiring at eighty after forty years of congressional service. The text suggests only trusted individuals will seek other offices, making the selection process likely straightforward.
Ad copy from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a guaranteed cure for dyspepsia constipation and related ailments. It stresses rapid action and low price at 2 cents.
An old brick starch mill in Ottumwa, Iowa, three stories tall, suddenly collapsed yesterday. One wall remained standing as debris settled. Two dust-covered tramps crawled from a window and hurried along the railroad track, with possible injuries for one man aided by his partner.
An old advertisement claims Dr E Detchons Anti Diuretic stops nighttime bedwetting instantly for children and adults. It is sold for $1 at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store, with a note it may be worth more than $169 to users who need it.
A jury in Michigan City court found for Michigan Central railroad in an Indiana suit alleging violation of the 2 cent fare law. This marks the first case of its kind tried in the state, with the railroad cleared of the charge.
Classified ad seeks tenant to rent a spare room. Accessible space described as suitable for a single occupant. Includes basic furniture and private entry. Contact provided for scheduling viewings and agreeing on terms.
The Grace English Lutheran pastor Rev Horace F. Martin was elected secretary of the Eastern Iowa synod at the annual conference in Lisbon Iowa. Also elected were Rev H M Leech as president and Dr W H Blanche as treasurer. Next conference site undecided.
In Willimantic Connecticut Alvin H Stimpeon credits Foley's Kidney Cure with his full recovery after many failed remedies. He recounts nearly losing hope before trying the product and states four bottles cured him completely. A W Morgan 107 West Second street endorses the remedy.
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