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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1913
Page
8
A historic advertisement extols Nowbro's Harpicide as the cure for dandruff and unruly hair. It promises healthier scalp and natural hair growth, claims satisfaction guaranteed with refunds, and urges purchase through dealers and barber shops with samples available by mail.
Citizens meet in Keokuk to guarantee support for hosting the Mississippi Valley Boat Association. A mass meeting subscribed to funds and, at a later executive meeting, Keokuk is expected to be awarded the 1915 roster. Dates set are August 7 to 9, with power zone cities initially resisting costs but facing possible relocation.
Montpelier pupils presented a pleasing program at the school this week, followed by a successful box supper that netted 18 dollars for the period. The event featured songs dialogues and recitations with leading roles by Pearl and Augusta Schroeder Thalma and Georgia Smith Ollie and Harold Knoles Edwin Morris George Pyles and Garry Harp. Minor parts were by Tod Harp Allie Mao Criften Buegel Harry Morris Willie Estabrook Mildred Sieh Henry and Raymond Wagner Pearl Philips Anne and Carrie Kahler Cyril Wranklin Edith Nora Schroeder and Grace Pulse. On May 27 Miss Cecelia Hassett the instructor held a picnic party for the children.
East Hill South End notes plan for a formal opening of Weed Park on May 30 with a concession and public reception. The park has improved this spring and is expected to be a popular summer resort, with next meeting plans to finalize opening arrangements. Sidewalk flooding from heavy rains has inundated streets and sewers in several areas, making crossings nearly impassable. Residents report mud several inches deep and water pooling on Grandview avenue and nearby streets, while residents on Walton and Nichols area travel for visits. Various residents and visitors are mentioned in the South Side neighborhood notes today.
Funeral services for Mrs. J. J. McDonald, a longtime East Hill resident, were conducted at her home on Second Street with Rev. A. E. Barker presiding. Pallbearers included Henry Meyers, Harry Dale, J. Springer, Samuel Kendly, John Meyers, and George Brogne. interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery. Relatives from Galena, Derby, Perry, and Rochester attended.
The Sweetland M G A Lodge at 6 Sweetland Street held a dance with a Muscatine orchestra despite threatening weather. A large crowd attended before the evening ended due to the elements. Various local residents left on trips or visits after the event, including Mrs Wessman and her daughter Mabel from Burlington and Irma Harrison.
In Towa City Iowa, a stray dog sheltered at the Rock Island station alarmed Station Agent Flynn with sharp yelps before dawn. The blaze at the Fox store and Babbitt factory raged but villagers extinguished the fire, credited to the dog waking Flynn who then alerted the town.
Twelve thousand New York city employes joined a six mile street parade to show unified municipal government. The fire department led with 1495 men and 22 plows, followed by police and nineteen other departments in a coordinated display.
A 7,224 strong procession followed by 34 vehicles showcased municipal workers in uniform with work implements. The lineup totaled 560 vehicles and 43 bands. The street cleaning division ranked second with 1,770 white uniformed workers and 851 carts and machines. Parks department contributed a zoo section led by a clever elephant.
Heavy rain flooded grounds at Monmouth delaying the final game between Waterloo and Muscatine. Officials may enlarge the grandstand as interest rises, with a doubleheader against the Monmouth Browns scheduled tomorrow. Gould and Newmeyer expected to start, as Frank Boyle pushes for a win before an anticipated expansion.
Members of the local canoe club discuss a large canoe meet in the city this summer with decisions on scope at the next meeting. If turnout meets hopes, it may be the finest event yet. Proceeds from a forthcoming dance will fund canoe racks and club projects.
Mason City Iowa lodge notices list regular meetings for Masonry groups including Lodges No 2 and 6, Webb Council, Demolat Commandery No 1 KT, and several staid assemblies. Dates show second and third Wednesdays monthly with officers named such as Braunworth Johnson Mueller Werman Othmer Venatti and others. Also included are Modern Woodmen of America Muscatine Camp 108 and Eagle Lodge No 12 along with Wyoming and Columbus council chapters and Red Men tribally focused gatherings.
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