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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1908
Page
9
An advertisement extols Kodol from B C DeWitt Co Chicago as a complete digester containing all natural digestive elements. It warns against soda or magnesia tablets that may harm the stomach and kidneys and promises a money back guarantee if the large bottle fails to help after full use.
Buck Campbell of the Waukomis Hornet claims a sixteen foot tall corn stalk he grew. The plant measures twelve feet to the first ear with brace roots extending seven feet. The seed was sent from the canal zone last year.
Dr. Julius D. Dreher United States consul at Papeete arrives in San Francisco and says the Society Islands phosphate deposits will be rich and newly discovered beds will provide long term employment for many workers in the Pacific industry.
Washington observers note that while a Democratic Senate is unlikely a House shift is possible. Democrats target close districts in Mississippi valley states to seize the House, arguing tariff revision favors a Democratic majority, while Republicans warn against reversing tariff policy. Both sides count on presidential popularity to influence gains.
The Philadelphia Press quotes a remark about a man who appears content while job hunting, noting he has nothing to do and thus is happiest when seeking work.
Walter Williams, a African American wagon driver for W D Goldsberry, was severely injured when a horse bolted on Sycamore Street last evening. After coal delivery at the Hershey Bank building the horse ran and struck a Thompson express wagon, throwing Williams and wrenching his back. he remains in serious condition under medical care from Drs A J Oliver and F L Appel.
Voters in Muscatine placed little money on today’s election with total stakes unlikely to exceed 1000 dollars. Bets on Walsh and Dawson shifted as odds tightened, and few wagers were laid on county or state candidate majorities.
The article states that every Catholic archbishop and bishop in the United States will appoint a personal representative in Rome and that all Vatican business will pass through these appointees. It argues this will hasten church affairs in America.
Harry Bauzert was arrested in Coon Rapids Iowa after bloodhounds tracked a burglary to him. The break ins occurred Sunday night at Roger and Childs drug stores with about 21.50 recovered in cash. The dogs led sheriffs to Bauzert near the opera house where he worked.
Waterloo dispatch reports Mrs. Joseph Brown, 75, of Waverly, seriously injured in a Sunday automobile crash when a front axle broke and the car careened at speed. Five passengers were thrown clear. Mrs Brown suffered a broken shoulder and hip injuries and may not survive due to age.
Cattle receipts 1500 strong to higher with beef cattle 3.30 to 5.30, stockers and feeders 2.55 to 4.55, cows and heifers 1.60 to 5.35. Hogs receipts 18000 strong. light 5.15 to 5.85, mixed 5.35 to 6.10, heavy 5.35 to 6.15, bulk 5.60 to 5.95. Sheep receipts 8000 strong to 10c higher. lambs 4.00 to 6.00, yearlings 4.50 to 5.15.
The latest market report lists turkeys at 17 cents per pound and cheese at 20 cents per pound. catfish near five pounds each, black bass at 15 cents per pound, croppies at 100 pounds, bullheads 12 cents per pound, pine wood five dollars per unit, and various coal and wood prices including hard coal eight dollars seventy five cents and soft lump coal three fifty to four fifty. Hardwood black and red oak five dollars twenty five cents per unit.
By 3 30 pm Muscatine voters pushed total to 2736 the heaviest by that hour with 1219 yet to vote before polls close at 7 pm Weather is fair voter time spent in booths hints at a Republican victory. Results expected near midnight with county and district tallies to follow Journal to publish results shortly after precincts report.
Chicago poultry market reports steady demand with turkeys at 13 cents, chickens at 10 cents, and springs at 11 cents.
Baltimore on November 3 marks the change in church administration as American Catholics move from the Propaganda side to a new jurisdiction placing bishops on par with other nations. The reform governs church governance and global alignment. The shift takes effect today.
Local market list shows grain and feed prices including corn at 45c, oats 80c to 85c, wheat 80c to 85c, and hay 6.00 to 7.00 per ton. Beef, pork, and mutton rates appear with beefsteak 18 to 19c per lb, mutton 15 to 26c, veal 12% to 13c, lard 10c, and various poultry prices. Fruits and vegetables include peaches, watermelons, grapes, apples, and peppers with per-unit and per-peck pricing.
Frank L Blhulmeler is listed as attorney and counselor at law and notary public. The address is Telephone Iowa 700 with rooms 220 and 221 on the second door of the German American Bank Building.
Train timetable snippet shows Chicago Milwaukee and srt Pall Railway in effect April 9 1905 Eastbound No 12 passenger 2 30am No 8 passenger 8 00pm Westbound No 3 passenger ereeeee No 5 passenger 44pm No 1l freight carries passengers 8 45am
North and south bound schedules outline trains from Muscatine to Round House Fruitland Grandview and Wapello with connections to Burlington and Iowa content. Details include departure and arrival times for No 4 No 2 No 6 and No 5 trains with weekday and Sunday variations and transfer points at Elrick Junction Wapello and Elrick Junction connections.
Frankfort Kentucky November 3 1913 If convicts stay on good behavior stripes will disappear within thirty days The board of prison commissioners ordered new rules making stripes only for vicious inmates Those who obey the rules will wear dark gray suits with a gold band on the sleeve or collar marking each year of service Medal Medal Fl ola our saves re EPZIBAH
The Cook Musser Co State Bank and Trust Co report capital of 75000 with 75000 surplus and officers P M Musser president Ed C Cook vice president 8 B Cook cashier offering 4 percent on time deposits. First National Bank lists capital 59000 surplus 50000 with directors Stein Jackson Reuling Smith Carskaddan Sawyer Hughes and vault boxes for rent.
A dealer bought a Dutch style tavern scene forged with a faux Jan Steen signature. The artist altered the signature to his own name, the work was seized at customs in New York, and the importer paid a 50 percent fine plus duties. He later resold the piece for a profit, while the original cost was 14 70 francs to the artist.
Society cards list meeting times for Masonic 10WA Lodge No. 2 A E and A M Gretna monthly on Tuesday eve ning. Washington Chapter No. 4 RB and M convocations second Friday. Webb Council of Royal and Select Masters third Thursday at Stein's music hall. DeMolay Commandery No. 1 regular conclave third Wednesday monthly.
Local notices list meetings for M. B. A. Bend City No. 143 Modern Brotherhood of Musenica at K P building and numerous lodges including Woodbine Camp No. 142 Royal Neighbors of America and Muscatine organizations. Dates span first to fourth Mondays and Tuesdays with visiting members welcome.
The steamer Helen Blair departs for Davenport Wednesday and Friday at 7 a.m. and Sunday at 7 30 a.m., returning at 7 p.m. A boat to Burlington runs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8 30 p.m., arriving Burlington 9 15 a.m. W. G. Block Co. agents.
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