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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1909
Page
4
Local items record births and departures as Dr H E Dice advertises services and home sales are pitched by G M Titus. Various residents including Fred Petersen John Alberta C T Thompson and Earl Hudler travel for business or to relocate. Shops Slaughter's and Miksch's piano contest are mentioned along with Comfort footwear and a First Baptist address.
The Muscatine Journal faced a power outage when the Citi zens Railway and Light plant cut power during press run. Conductor Black delayed the Wilton mail train, and an auto run by Smalley Automobile brought Wilton papers to customers minutes late, proving the paper’s effort to serve thousands of patrons.
Superintendent H E Manches ter of Chicago and Route Agent F E Evans of Davenport visited the Wells Fargo Express office on Tuesday. They inspected the office and arranged several improvements before leaving for Washington.
The river forecast shows nearly stationary stages across the Mississippi from Dubuque to Muscatine for the next 48 hours. Forecaster J. M. Shelier notes minimal changes and advises caution for lowland areas along the river.
Real estate transfers transcribed by G M Titus list Curtis E Hays and wife to Owen Vance transfer of lots 12 and 13 block 1 Brook street addition Muscatine for 50 dollars Also Thomas Hays and wife to Owen transfer of Brook street addition Muscatine for 50 dollars.
John Lowry of Washington Iowa comes to the city this morning at the summons of death in his family following the passing of his aunt Mrs. Katherine Lowry.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Fred Gran of Hershey Avenue on May 17.
A short classified style note invites readers to try the candy kitchen and asks a man for guidance. The item reads like a playful promotion with a light tone and a direct appeal to engage with the shopkeeper.
A reader shares a cost effective method to make quinine hair tonic. By mixing beta-quinol with alcohol and water or Bay Rum, a full pint costs 65 to 75 cents and helps dandruff and hair loss while strengthening roots for healthier, shinier hair.
The Iowa Retail Grocers Association convention opened in Davenport with many local grocers and notable figures attending. Separately the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs held its eighth biennial meeting in Davenport with several local club ladies in attendance. Local contenders for next convention site include Cedar Rapids and Burlington with Burlington leading, and for president the battle is between John T. Mulqueen and Leas Lingafelt.
The forty second annual meeting opens in the city with a day of auditing the late secretary Dr Wiley’s books. Evening sessions at the library feature discussions and papers. A Bellevue hospital clinic is planned for tomorrow morning followed by the regular program. attendees include Drs Minkler Ellingson Weaver Severs Harris Horner White Rowland and others.
J J Havercamp promotes Parisian Sage as a 50 cent bottle hair restorer guaranteed to cure dandruff in two weeks or money back. It is described as a scalp cleaner and hair growth aid with pleasant fragrance. Sold by Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store or via Giroux Manufacturing Co for prepaid express delivery from Buffalo New York.
Laurent Council of the Knights of Columbus invited to Iowa City for a large initiation on Sunday June 6. Muscatine lodge expected to bring about 150 candidates to swell the class to around 60 initiates. A special train may transport the Muscatine delegation. District Deputy Stuart of Dubuque to perform major degree.
The funeral of the late Mrs Katherine Lowry will be held Thursday afternoon from the family residence at 513 Cedar Street at 2 o'clock. Rev J B Smith of the First Baptist church will conduct. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
A list of physicians including Theo Barnes Milo Geo Burchby Oskaloosa and W H Taylor Cedar Rapids Des Moines and Cedar Bluffs appears. The compiled roster features multiple M D titles and practice locations in towns such as Sioux City Chariton Woodward Mitchellville and Burlington.
The Journal announces a reader incentive in cooperation with Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store. Cut out the coupon and present it at the store to buy one of its best selling medicines at half price.
Joseph Bisisi a Muscatine fruit dealer and his wife returned from Palermo Sicily where he attended the estate settlement of an uncle after an earthquake. He will receive at least five thousand dollars, up to ten thousand, paid in installments every six months.
A coupon offers one 50 cent package of Dr Howards cure for constipation and dyspepsia at 25 cents. The issuer J J Havercamp guarantees a money refund to any dissatisfied customer.
On Sunday, June 13, Mission Day will be observed at the German Lutheran church. Rev. George Meier plans morning and afternoon services with Rev. J. Haefer delivering German and English sermons. Afternoon speakers include Rev. C Holtermann and Rev. W Hertel. May Festival tonight features church ladies selling refreshments and handcrafts. Ascension Thursday service noted for 10 am observance.
The funeral for the late John Moxley was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the family home on Hershey Avenue. Rev. W. H. Tomlinson of Mulford Congregational church conducted the services. Interment will be at Greenwood cemetery. Pallbearers were Geo Nietzel John Nietzel Carl McDaniel Henry Franklin Geo Dethoff and Joe Eitman.
Mrs E Ember grand deputy of the Pythian Sisters arrives from Walcott Iowa this afternoon to attend the meeting and inspect the order all members urged to be present.
In Muscatine Dr. Howard's cure for constipation and dyspepsia is hailed as highly effective. Druggist Havercamp guarantees its superiority, offers it at half price, and will refund buyers if it fails to cure stomach issues, headaches, and liver troubles.
Miss Gertrude L Legler and Thomas H Brannan were married at the Legler home on West Fourth street in Muscatine at 8:30 p m with Dr J N Elliott of the First Presbyterian church performing the ceremony The couple stood with only close relatives present A luncheon followed The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Jacob Legler and a noted musician The groom is son of Judge and Mrs W F Brannan and city editor of the Journal a leading figure in Muscatine society and business
Mrs. Elnora Martin and Glenn F. Baker were married last evening at the First Baptist church parsonage by Rev. J. B. Smith. They were unattended. Both are well known in this vicinity.
The Major John Circle gathered yesterday afternoon at Mrs. August Eichoff's home with fifteen ladies attending. They completed much work and were entertained by music from circle members. Refreshments were served. The next meeting is scheduled for June 1 at Mrs. Ma's home.
The St Matthias Industrial Sewing society will meet Friday afternoon at the school hall on Oak street. The meeting day was changed from Thursday to Friday and will continue on Friday thereafter.
The Eagle lodge Aerie No. 815 of this city initiated eighty two new members in a Tuesday evening ceremony. A banquet followed with social time as the lodge continues to grow its membership and seeks more recruits.
Lew J. Yaggy of Davenport will honor Sons of Veterans in Muscatine on Decoration Day May 31. He will deliver an address on the duty of a son of a veteran at the Memorial Day observance.
A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Michael Cromer of Orange Street on May 18th in a local birth announcement noting the new arrival and family.
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