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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
5
The county fair schedules war themed events for children including canning teams, war garden displays, Red Cross items, and wheatless baking. Prizes range from fifty cents to $1.50 as youths from schools and towns compete in domestic science, sewing, and vocational displays across three days starting Monday.
Hares Clark of West Liberty, drafted for May 28, is deterred due to a peculiar wound from Tuesday afternoon. He climbed a tree at the fish pond to shoot, and a revolver exploded as he descended, bullet lodging in his left foot. He was taken to the town City hospital for care by Dr. Ady.
A 25 cent box of “TIZ” is advertised to ease aching, swollen feet and corns, promising lasting comfort and happiness for tired walkers. The pitch claims feet stay fresh and shoes feel looser, urging purchase at department or drug stores.
In Des Moines on May 4 1923 a Governor received a report praising Iowa teachers for preparing occupational index cards of registrants. The document claimed Iowa led states in manpower indexing with a table of states and the District of Columbia. Major General Guy R. Loganta forwarded thanks to school teachers for this civic effort referencing a list of states.
Four Minute Men will address audiences tonight at city motion picture theaters. Speakers cover reasons to support the organization, with delegates assigned to Branmmma Avenue, Loomis Gayety, Allbee Palace, and American venues.
G W Porter reports Cape Lake fish trapped by dehria and brush forming natural dams. Rising water creates small streams that carry brush into the lake, trapping carp. Porter caught nine carp in one trap and notes one specimen nearly as large as a Jersey cow that escaped into the brush.
Three grandsons and two nephews of Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Schuyler of 1321 Sharman Street serve in the war effort. Grandsons Clack Schuyler, Itoy Schuyler, and Carl Schuyler are in Camp Travis Texas Coast Artillery and duty in France. Nephews Chester Taylor and Itoy Schuyler are in Camp No. 1 North Carolina and Somes France.
The Rymimsling at New Era hosted a farewell for four young men preparing to depart this month. Lee Pratel Herman Kouchner Leoniard Mann and Fer ent Blunter were named as leaving. A large community turnout enjoyed refreshments after a patriotic program with solo by Alande Brown among others.
The program featured Recitation by Matilde Schtavedel Solo by Mablo Sauer Piano duet Violin solo by William Sauer Boys chorus and quartet The closing item presented a girl of a new Testament to each boy Myre Yrod Craw gave the closing speech and the song America was sung
The American Savings Bank filed suit in district court to recover $20 from G. Weinberg, alleging he presented a check with funds lacking after the bank had honored it. The case seeks repayment of the amount drawn from the defendant.
The defendant allegedly refused to repay a thin amount and judgment 3 neked for in the sum named, reflecting a small monetary dispute and court action.
A promotional note offers Lille Zemo to cure eczema quickly, with an extra large bottle priced at 1.00 and claims of instant relief. It also touts Vemio penetrating antiseptic liquid as non greasy and stain free for clearing skin, from The E W Rose Co Cleveland O.
In the Southern District of Iowa Davenport Division a bankruptcy proceeding for Peter Chase seeks discharge under Bankruptcy No. 5057. Creditors and interested parties are informed to file opposition in writing in Davenport before the specified deadline June 1978. The notice is signed by W. A. Cooper Referee in Bankruptcy.
A local sale itemizes hosiery and underwear with deep price cuts. Men's, women's, and children's hose offered in various weights, reduced to 19 cents for quick sale. Women's gowns, chemises, and undergarments in muslin with lace or embroidery trims, priced to clear. Union suits, vests, and white ribbed cotton underwear featured at low values.
A local sale offers short Jongeid of droxs goods silks white gowdis domealits sing hung Hninge and red draperies with remains priced to clear. Friday and Saturday prices are cut by one third for early buyers.
Sanol 9 offers relief for kidney and bladder troubles with a guaranteed remedy. Backed by a drug store price of one dollar, it promises rapid relief within 24 hours.
An old style advertisement lists Palmolive toilet items with discounted prices and promotions. Palmolive Soap and Cold Cream, Tale Powder, and Shampoo are offered with buy one get one free or free items with purchases. Also mentions other brands like Calgate toothpaste and Perio toothpaste with free items.
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