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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1908
Page
2
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder troubles including bladder pain and frequent urination It claims kidney disease can lead to heart and lung issues and offers free sample bottles and a book by mail from Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY.
The Muscatine chautauqua board announces a star lineup for 1909 with Senator Borah and Mrs. Lenora Lake opening night, Florence Maybrick, Senator Gore, John Ratto, and Gillilan among others. A rich musical program features Pauchet's band, Bohumir Kryl's 42 piece ensemble, the Whitney Brothers, Schubert Quartet, and eight soloists, running daily except the last two days.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as strengthening white blood cells to defend against disease. It claims benefits including purified blood, increased red corpuscles, improved vitality, and relief from ailments like anemia and dyspepsia. Available as liquid or Sarsatabs, 100 doses for one dollar.
Statistics show under eight percent of Americans use dentifrice and only about five percent of adults treat their hair. Dr. Nott's Hair Tonic and Hair Restorer are promoted to improve hair color and health, with Havercamp Drug Co offering a free first package and a money back guarantee.
Advertises PAZO ointment promising cure for itching bleeding and protruding piles in six to fourteen days with a money back guarantee. Includes price of 50 cents.
Mr and Mrs John C Plessis celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at home on East Tenth Street with a large gathering of relatives and friends who paid tribute with remembrances and refreshments yesterday afternoon.
The host and hostess were surprised but recovered quickly and welcomed guests in royal style. Many presents were left as memories of the day. Mr. and Mrs. Plessis have many friends in the city who will wish them many more anniversaries.
Two swift matchups headline church league play this evening as leaders meet in contests likely to shape the standings. Each game promises fast pace and competitive action from top teams.
Four church teams meet this evening at the Y M C A. Baptists vs Methodists and Congregationalists vs Presbyterians in hot pennant races. Rev Preston's absence weakens Congregationalists but all squads expect to win. A special exhibition follows with Roach and Musser paired against the Baptist team.
A vintage ad touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve for burns sores piles cuts wounds and ulcers priced at 25 cents advertised by Haver camp s Prescription Drug Store.
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