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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1905

Page

6

MODEL OF OLD STRADIVARIUS VIOLINS MADE IN CITY

Charles Clifford at 210 Cedar street completes two Stradivarius style violins. One high pitched concert instrument, another softer solo instrument. Pine top with maple sides and body, light mahogany stain. Clifford claims three other valuable instruments and calls his collection best in the state. An excursion planned by Plow City Court of Honor is postponed for lack of life preservers, with Memorial Sunday noted. A large program is planned for Sunday, May 21.

Charles Clifford Cedar Street Clifford J. C. Coster Muscatine Court of Honor Florence E. Draper

They Demand New Life Pills for Ailments

They suffer headaches liver complaints and bowel disorders and seek Dr King s New Life Pills which promise cure or no pay. Sold for 25c at Havercamp s Prescription Drug Store.

Dr. King New Life Havercamp’s

Margaret and Helen C. launch from Clinton works

John H Bradley of Dubuque owns the 55 foot torpedo cruiser Margaret built at Lamb Boat and Engine Works Clinton. A second craft Helen C a 22 foot gasoline launch by Calhan Bros Clinton features oak finish double awning system and Pelton engine for cruising on the upper river.

Lamb Boat and Engine Works Clinton Margaret John H. Bradley Dunuque Sassafras Calhan_ Bros

Electric Bitters Promise Quick Boost at Havercamp’s

An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a marvelous tonic to revive a weak run down system. It claims rapid effect in five seconds and directs readers to Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store for purchase.

Havercamp’s

West Liberty Ladies Host Tea Day May 13

Mrs. M. A. Wyant entertained several ladies at West Liberty on May 13 in a social gathering. Guests were served light refreshments and enjoyed light conversation in a friendly community setting.

West Liberty M. A. Wyant

Dr A W Ghase Kidney Liver Pills Promoted

An old ad touts Dr A W Ghase Kidney Liver Pills as the world’s greatest regulator with a combined kidney and liver action. It claims one pill per dose and a price of 25 cents, inviting readers to write for a free sample.

A. W. Ghase Builaio

Various Local Movements and Visits Reported

A series of short notes recount travel to Des Moines Muscatine Kansas City and Washington with residents visiting relatives attending events and checking on storm damage. George court guardianship changes and telephone repairs follow Thursday's storm while social events include a Rathbone Sisters box social and a convention return.

Flinch Robert Hanks Des Moines Fast Mail Dan Shellsammer Muscatine Andy Hendrickson Kansas City Theo. Jones Shellhammer Shoemaker Thomas Pennsylvania F. H. Shellabarger Galesburg Ethel Baxter Norah Hise Washington Vinton Chedle Downey Inez Albert Whitacre Warren Weber Iowa City J. A. Connelly Cass County Rathbone Sisters

Postoffice adopts overtime penalties for letter carriers

A new overtime discipline scale for letter carriers is issued by the Postoffice Department. Persistent overtime beyond eight hours may lead to dismissal. The order covers penalties from counseling to suspension, with steps escalating per monthly offenses.

Postoffice Department W. D. Burk City Free Delivery Washington Muscatine

First Congregational Church Sermon Schedule

Morning sermon by Rev. Chas. Noble of Grinnell at 10 30. Sunday school at 1 30. Junior Endeavor at 3. C. E. at 6 30. Evening service at 7 30. Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 30. All are welcome.

Chas. Noble Grinnell Junior Endeavor Ee Ee . C. E

Paper from corn stalks could become future feature

A report notes that paper made from corn stalks appears likely to become a notable product soon. The potential shift could impact pulp industries and renewable materials trends.

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