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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1903
Page
3
The piece reports Samuel Gompers urging organized labor and organized business to reduce conflict, predicting better conditions as cooperation grows. It notes Roosevelt era views on the farm, the rural labor stance, and opposition to long mayoral tenure, including Barrett’s renomination.
The Iowa Falls Citizen questions whether the 'negro himself' represents the only solution, reflecting a provocative stance from a 19th or early 20th century era paper on race and social change. The remark signals the period's contentious attitudes and debate over African American progress and integration.
The Glidden Graphic quips that Lafe Young cares only that the platform reflect his views regardless of who drafts it. The remark underscores a partisan stance amid strategy discussions.
The Decorah Republican notes General Miles’s tour aimed at creating a row and finding fault at every turn.
Mrs Anna Hagelgans of Tuckahoe New Jersey praises Chamberlain Pain Balm as the best family liniment for rheumatism lumbago and sprained back. She says it quickly relieves and she recommends it to many who praise its merits. Sold by all druggists.
The body of Simon Erkson, missing since Tuesday, was found at 1:40 PM by the Diamond to warehouse area near Pine street. Identified by relatives and daughter Lydia Erkson, the deceased wore a brown suit and new shoes. the coroner ruled drowning with no foul play suspected.
An advertisement proclaims Hyomei cures catarrh by medicating the air and reaching the head throat and lungs. It claims to kill germs and offer permanent relief with four daily brief inhalations, plus Hyomei Balm for deafness related to catarrh. A Mass. user testifies hearing improved after eight days. A seller offers a one month guarantee.
The jury concluded Mr. Ericson died by accidental drowning with no marks of violence found. Items noted include a leather chain, a stopped watch at 9:25, a pack of tobacco, two handkerchiefs, and a knife.
Deeds filed in the county recorder office show Claus Hansen transferring one acre to the Salt Marsh Cemetery Association in township 77 Muscatine County. A second transfer lists James and Mary Weed selling property to the City.
An advertisement claims Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery purifies blood to cure eruptive skin diseases such as pimples, eczema, tetter, and scrofulous sores. It cites a testimonial from Miss Carrie Adams of Battle Creek and warns against substitutes in the pursuit of profit. A 1008 page medical adviser book is offered free with stamps for mailing.
A damaged OCR notice outlines parcels on Front street in Muscatine. It details two strips of land 64 by 2 feet and 52 by 2 feet along Front street with consideration 666 in a tract between park road diagonal and the river, referencing Sultana Bartlett and Frank Hummel and a transfer via Washington street connection.
Muscatine photographer Townsend was unanimously re elected secretary of the Iowa Photographers Association with a higher salary. He will plan a larger convention next year as T W Townsend Iowa City won class A, Frank Medlar Spencer received the Feil trophy, and a cash tribute was given to Townsend for his efforts.
Opinion column argues it is acceptable to travel abroad but criticizes discussing the trips upon return. The piece weighs personal freedom against social scrutiny and encourages discreet reflection after overseas journeys.
A brief editorial notes that heroism matters but practical backing is essential for families. It argues for steady aid alongside bravery, emphasizing communal responsibility and sustained assistance.
Greenville student H P Burbage says a four to five year cough alarmed him as the first stage of consumption. After trying Chamberlains Cough Remedy he felt a marked change and was permanently cured after two bottles. Sold by all druggists.
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