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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1906
Page
5
Report from Rock Island railroad proves Greek workers perform reliably on construction and yard tasks. Foremen note high wages attract diligent labor and Greeks contribute to both in yard and line construction. Also brief local items include a girl injured by a fence fall and Ladies Aid meeting at Muscatine.
The Diamond Jo line posts four round trips for the steamer Sidney between St. Louis and St. Paul in June with northbound calls at Muscatine and southbound arrivals in Des Moines. Stops include Hannibal Quincy Keokuk Ft Madison Burlington Muscatine Rock Island Davenport Clinton Dubuque McGregor LaCrosse Winona and arrival dates span June 4 to July 3. Mrs A J Jenning returns to Des Moines after business in the city.
The river report notes the snagboat Col McKenzie on its maiden spring trip from St Louis to St Paul to locate and remove sunken trunks and snags. The Lily carries light tenders supplies and pay envelopes while the crew trains for buoy setting and channel sounding. The McKenzie emphasizes safety and navigation ahead of the season with 29 crew under Captain Martin.
Local officers from Muscatine proceed to Des Moines for a two day Iowa National Guard school of instruction. Col F W Bishop Capt Harry Kern and Capt W S Norton will attend. Col E D Thomas offers command assistance for field maneuvers and marches. a board will examine newly elected captains awaiting commissions.
Muscatine bank statements organized under Iowa law show the close of business on the 37th day of May 1906. The document is filed with the Auditor of State as required by law.
The German American Savings Bank of Muscatine Iowa submits its annual financial report listing assets total of 1 000 762 81. cash on hand 3 435 00 silver and bullion 1 940 00 legal tender 13 824 42 drafts and checks 448 276 93,367 16 and deposits with banks including First National Bank Davenport, Iowa National Bank Chicago, and Commercial National Bank Chicago with overdrafts 10 759 02. Liabilities show total deposits 1 365 572 49, capital stock 100 000 00, profits 34 0262 83, surplus 25 000 00, and total liabilities 1 336 677 57. State of Iowa Muscatine County. Signed by J Carskaddan president S G Stein vice president and R K Smith cashier. Notary public seals and director attestations included.
The high school boys stageable comedy The Ulster may be performed in West Liberty Wednesday evening. Negotiations with Mr Wiley owner of the local opera house continue and a definite proposal response is expected today.
The local high school team travels to Wilton next Saturday for the deciding game against Wilton high. Each side has one win. Wilton beat the locals 15 to 5 at home and the locals won 14 to 6 here last Saturday. Juniors plan to join the team.
A longtime physician describes a dramatic recovery after adopting Grape-Nuts, claiming the pre digested cereal rebuilt his health within 15 days. He weighs 70 pounds during illness and credits Postum Co. and a book promotion for inspiration.
The Wallace circus comes to Muscatine on Thursday June 7 with acts led by the St. Leon Family. The lineup includes the Bosses as barrels, Earl Sisters aerialists, Matsumoto Troupe with a sensational act, Genaro and Theol, Salvaggis eccentric whirlwind, Pauline Viola and many riders. Clowns promise fresh stunts and humor, making it billed as the biggest and best of the year.
All itching, scaly, burning skin eruptions are cured by Dr Hale s Household Ointment. Four soothing, healing balms. First application brings relief. At drug stores 25c or from Kenyon & Thomas Adams N Y.
Reports of residents returning home from work and visits to relatives across Iowa and Illinois. Local improvements progress on residences and cement walks. Visits by Mrs. Himelrich and others, and several travel notes including piano recital, art school, and church duties.
Geo Basley of Rock Island visits Letts with family and friends. Remains of Elmer Shellabarger expected from Phoenix for funeral at M E church Cedar Bethel cemetery. Several locals attend business in Muscatine Davenport and Washington. Publications include caucus delegates chosen and upcoming Decoration Day programs.
Auto crash leads to injuries but Bucklen's Arnica Salve quickly heals all wounds. 25 cents. Guaranteed. Hav er camp's Prescription Drug Store.
Plus 1.00 from Chicago via Nickel Plate Road June 2 3 4 and 5 at excursion rates through New York City. Return limit June 30 by arranging extension. Nickel Plate office Room 298 No 113 Adams St Chicago.
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