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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1903
Page
7
Local items show residents visiting relatives in Davenport and Bayfield, with travel details for Miss Hartman Miss Ryan and others. A Muscatine missionary discusses polygamy beliefs and law abiding practices while canvassing in the city, noting polygamous families live in separate homes and are supported by a common husband.
A bold promotion asserts Zema-Cura cures eczema, hives, eruptions, and skin diseases in all cases. The ad features testimonials from W W McMullen and Thos Johnston & Co. and lists 50 cent and 1 dollar prices, with sale points in New York and local merchants.
A Muscatine based Major John Circle report shows total membership at ninety five with sixty eight active and twenty seven honorary, plus finances from sociables and relief funds. The section notes Lincoln birth celebration, visits to the sick, and aims to aid widows and orphans while supporting veterans. The Diocese of Iowa marks fifty years since its 1853 organization in Muscatine with Davenport event May 26 27 28 and Bishop Morrison urges broad laity participation and parish representation.
A reflective line on appearances and intentions, suggesting caution about assuming motives behind actions or requests. It hints at nuanced expectations and the danger of snap judgments in social interactions. The tone implies individuality and skeptical observation rather than a straightforward message.
An advertisement quotes D. H. Turner of Dempseytown Pennsylvania praising Dr King's New Life Pills. The claim states a two week nightly dose rejuvenates to teens and benefits liver stomach and bowels. The product is advertised as purely vegetable, non grippable, and priced at 25 cents at Havercamp's Prescription drug store.
The Congre gational church youth group held a regular business meeting and a Japanese style social led by Prof H K Boyer. Members enjoyed Japanese games, mats, and refreshments served in Jap fashion. Miss Laura Hill performed a Japonese folk piece and Miss Katharine Hayes spoke on life in Japan.
Notice of incorporation for Conesville Savings Bank under Chapter Ten of Title IX. Capital stock $12,000 in 100 shares of $100 each. Principal place Conesville Muscatine county Iowa. Nine directors named led by Maxwell and Smith. Dated May 15 1903.
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