Merchants Agree to Early Evening Closings This Summer
A group of hardware merchants signed an agreement to close shops at 6 15 p m from May 22 to Oct 1 with Wednesdays and Saturdays excluded. Any signer may withdraw monthly by notifying the others. Signers include Jacob Fisch & Sons J A Bartemeier Thompson Bros G S Clapp Me Questen Sawyer Co and Gev B Fisch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Fisch & Sons
J. A. Bartemeier
Thompson Bros
G. S. Clapp
Me Questen & Sawyer Co
Gev. B. Fisch
Last Day for Filing in June District Court Terms
Tomorrow is the final day to file cases for the June term of the district court. The term will lack a jury but should clear much business. Two cases were filed today: Henry F. Kauffman vs Huttig Manufacturing for $5,000 alleging a workplace accident at the Huttig plant on April 23, 1902. Esther S. Eells executrix vs Hannah Priester et al seeks $592.90 for unpaid property taxes and interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Henry F. Kauffman
Huttig Manufacturing Company
Huttig
F. S. Pentzer
E. M. Warner
Esther S. Eells
Abraham Smalley
Hannah Priester
John William Priester
Thiesen Guarantees His Talcum Powder Success
Thiesen guarantees his talcum powder, claiming strong results and wide satisfaction. The advertisement emphasizes reliability and customer trust as the reason for its success.
Kembles Buy 400 Angora Goats For New Farm Venture
John M Kemble and W Kemble of the city purchased 400 Angora goats from C G Cockerell of Jefferson Iowa. The herd shipped midweek to Rock Island then moved to a 1200 acre farm about 12 miles from Muscatine, aiming to clear hazel brush and sell wool. Some full blooded goats are noted as part of the herd with plans to supply local lodges.
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Rock Island
Muscatine
Thies en's Guaranteed Talcum Powder Ad
Compact ad touts Thies en's talcum powder to prevent heat discomfort. Offers box for 10 cents with emphasis on quick relief and affordable price.
Columbus Junction High to Graduates Seven Seniors
The Columbus Junction high school will hold its annual commencement this evening. Seven seniors will receive diplomas: Robert Clark, Margaret Adams, Nita Clegg, Pearl Parsons, Mazie Sprague, Ola Worthman, and Nellie Turkington.
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Columbus Junction High School
Robert Clark
Margaret Adams
Nita Clegg
Pearl Parsons
Mazie Sprague
Ola Worthman
Nellie Turkington
Thiesen's celebrated talcum powder on sale
Thiesen's talcum powder is advertised at 10 cents per box, a special low price for this cosmetic staple.
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L. L. Mays
Mannerchor Plans Peoria Saengerfest Trip
Muscatine’s Mannerchor German singers prepare for a June Peoria Saengerfest trip. The event runs June 19 to 22. Members equip broad brimmed tan fedoras with light cream bands from Cohn’s as a distinguishing feature.
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Peoria
Mannerchor
Muscatine
Cohn’s
Local Shopper Notices and Society Meeting Report
Wheeler's offers fancy southern pineapples at ten cents each and painting services by L Kemptrer at 714 East Fifth. Geo. W. Reuling receives a new barrel of fancy short mackerel and stocks Force cereal. The Ladies Mite Society of the Rebekahs held a productive meeting at Mrs. Laura Kent's with plans for the next gathering at Mrs. Anna Hofman's East Fourth Street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler's
Geo. W. Reuling
Ladies’ Mite Society of the
Bodman’s Is the Place for Fresh Produce
Bodman’s offers town’s finest vegetables and fruits with strawberries pineapples oranges bananas tomatoes and more. Fresh eggs and country butter are also available.
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Bodman’s
Bodman's
Telephone line push reaches Wapello from Davenport
The American Telephone and Telegraph Company has moved their Davenport to St. Louis line into Wapello with about 60 workers and camp facilities. They plan to extend four miles to reach the city if a franchise is granted, which will be decided at an upcoming city council meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
St. Louis
Wapello
Merchants and Others Arrested For Sunday Violations
The Howe justice court processed six defendants by 8:00 pm for breaking the Sunday law. Each was fined $5 with costs, but the fines were reduced to $2.85 upon payment. Artie Welch pleaded not guilty to Sunday morning delivery charges, with trial set for next Monday at 9.
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Justice Court
H. 8S
Howe
Schoenig
Artie Welch
Fresh vegetables at Hartmans and Eitamans
Fresh crisp lettuce fine firm tomatoes and sweet tender radishes along with other fresh vegetables offered by Hartmans and Eitmans.
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Hartman's & Eitman’s
Memorial Day Service Notice Invites G A R Members
In line with long custom all Grand Army Posts are summoned to attend the divine service on the Sunday before Memorial Day. Shelby Norman Post G A R Woman's Relief Corps and Ladies of G A R circle invite all old soldiers to joinRev Hertzler will lead the service Sunday May 25 at the German Methodist church corner Fourth and Cedar. Shelby Norman Post meets at 2 30 p m then marches to the church. Per order Comdr.
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Grand Army
Shelby Norman
Woman's Relief Corps
G. A. R. Circle
Hertzler
Fourth and
Cedar Streets
Shelby Norman Post
Comdr
Wiggers Denies Personal Responsibility in Sunday Law Action
Garret W. Wiggers states he is not responsible for the arrest of C. C. Smith and Henry Bodman. He acted for the Retail Clerks' union, of which he is a member, and the union and its members bear full responsibility for the action.
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Garret W. Wiggers
C. C. Smith
Henry Bodman
Retail Clerks’ Union
Hartman and Ellman Fill Your Chicken Order Tonight
Hartman and Ellman offer the finest chickens for delivery tonight or tomorrow, ensuring fresh poultry for local customers. They advertise prompt service and reliable supply to meet dinner needs and holiday meals.
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Hartman & Ellman
Colonel Dougherty Recovers Lost Gold Eye Glasses
Col Dougherty reported losing part of his gold eye glasses and placed a last notice in the Journal want column. The glasses were returned last night and he praises the Journal as the only effective advertising medium, claiming other papers are imitations.
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Col. Dougherty
Thiesen's Talcum Powder Ad Promises Quality
An advertisement proclaims Thiesen's talcum powder as the finest for babies with a guaranteed claim and a price of 10 cents per box.
Music Tomorrow Evening at the Silver Grill
Mr. Frank Nelson of the Silver Grill announces tomorrow evening music and fine fare. He promises attentive service with roast turkey and chicken, plus special catering for fishing and camping parties as every order will be prepared to perfection.
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Frank Nelson
Silver Grill Restaurant
Nelson
Union Symphony Orchestra Gains Noted Proficiency
Six young musicians Henry Fack piano Bert Hurlbut cornet Rufus L Boydston clarinet William Fuhrman flute Harry Klaffenbach first violin John Wessels second violin have formed the Union Symphony Orchestra and are practicing diligently to reach a high level of musical quality.
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Union Symphony Orchestra
Henry Fack
Bert Hurlbut
Rufus L. Boydston
William Fuhrman
Harry Klaffenbach
John Wessels
The Quiet Major and a Town Newspaper Feud
Old Major Du Pont, a retired Confederate veteran living in Louisiana, clashes with Edgar Lindsley who starts The Spy. A planned sham duel, threats of apology, and a leading field confrontation reveal a town stirred by a sensational newspaper vendetta and a veteran community ready to act.
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Major du Pont
Louisiana
North
Edgar Linksley
The
Spy
General Du_ Bridge
Lindsley
Duel of Father and Son Ends in Wounding and Laughter
In a dramatic rural duel, Captain Du Pont of the United States army arrives to resolve a confrontation between a major and his son Lindsley. Loaded pistols fail. the son flees after wounding the elder the duel ends with intervention by locals and a breakfast of reconciliation.
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Lindsley
Rascal
du Pont
United States Army
Captain du Pont
Father
F. A. Mitchel
Three Hundred Turks Killed in Turkish Arab Battle
Vienna on May 23 reports heavy losses in a clash between Turkish and Arab forces. Turkish casualties were around 300 killed with significant rebel deaths as well.
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Vienna
Lab
Wheeler's Offers Choice Line of High Grade Coffees
Local shop Wheeler's showcases a selection of high grade coffees described as a premier line. Shoppers are invited to sample the range and compare roast profiles across the store displays.
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Wheeler's
Cruiser with supplies arrives at Fort de France
The French cruiser Tage arrived with supplies while the Tage Dassas brought a government relief committee to Fort de France. Early May 23 witnessed a cabinet session in London with crowds awaiting ministers and rumors of important news from South Africa.
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Fort de France
Tage
Dassas
London
Downing Street
South Africa
Blood oranges listed at Wheeler's in small lots
Fine blood oranges priced at 10 15 and 20 cents per dozen at Wheeler's store with emphasis on affordability for shoppers.
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Wheeler's
General Escorado Dies in Mexico City
Mexico City reports Gen. Mariano Escorado died Thursday. He was the officer to whom Emperor Maximilian surrendered. Also notes price of choice sweet oranges at 10 cents per dozen.
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General Escorado
Mexico City
Mariano Escorado
Maximilian
Loubet Sails For Home From Cronstadt
Cronstadt May 23 President Loubet sailed for home this afternoon as reports say. Strawberries and pineapples were on sale at Hartman & Ejitman’s while the port buzzed with shipping chatter and civilian chatter.
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Loubet
Cronstadt
President Loubet
Hartman & Ejitman’s
Lehigh Valley Trains Run Chicago to New York via Niagara
Lehigh Valley Railroad operates sunerb vestibule trains between Chicago and New York or Philadelphia with no change of cars. Stopovers are permitted at Niagara Falls for connections and sightseeing.
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Lehigh Valley Railroad
Chicago
New York
Philadelphia
Niagara Falls
Lost black silk Eton jacket near Cedar to Weed’s lane
A black silk Eton jacket with white lace collar is missing. The item was lost between Tenth and Eighth on Cedar street, from Eighth to Cypress, north to Weed's Lane. Please leave at this office to claim a reward.
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Cedar Street
Cypress
Weed’s Lane
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Bartlett Bros
West Second Street
McCurdy
East Second St
EV. Brandenburg
Paint Man
Jamaica
Fine Fruits and Vegetables
W. F. Miksch
South Muscatine
Oregon St
M. Benham
the Journal
Thiesen
Columbus JC
L Kemptrer
East Fifth
Geo. W. Reuling’s
Mr. Wiggers
C. C. D. Grocery
East Hill
Butz
Bond’s Big Bargain Store
MacEnnin
Kinpt & Co
Miss Courtenay
Morgan
Ocean Hotel
Asbury Park
New Jersey
American Plan
Geo. L. Atkins & Sons
Hotel
Bsnenen
Geo. Kranz
Leading Florist
K. P. Building
Wilmering & Co
East
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