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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1916

Page

3

Church and State Debate in Town Politics

Town editors discuss church involvement in local politics amid protests over church organizations denouncing W. L. Harding on liquor policy. Residents defend moral grounds for voicing views on the executive offices while noting church bodies’ united stances on morals and concerns about political entanglement.

Town W. L. Harding Lown Thosxa Mr. Harding Attite Iowa

Muscatine Road Tourists Praise Highway Improvement

Motorists touring the River-to-River road between Wilton and Durant laud the northern county improvements and urge expanding the standard to attract more visitors. The Sunday tourist trade brings money to towns, supporting broader prosperity and local trade growth.

Wilton Durant Manentine Muscatine

Truth on Prohibition and Local Option Stance Cited

The Waterloo speech features Ed Meredith opposing the return of the saloon and supporting strict prohibition. Herbert G. Thompson endorses Meredith for governor and cites Meredith’s willingness to follow party leaders on local-option legislation.

Meredith Waterloo Posalbio Herbert G. Thompson Scott County Democratic Love Feast I. Z. Meredith

Dale Arnold backs Linden Grove troupe with dream of city fame

Dale Arnold, a former reporter turned con man of ambition, becomes the backer of Stella Rossiter and her touring company in Linden Grove. The manager plans a grand show in the city as Stella anchors the troupe while Arnold pursues stardom and publicity, courting a playwright who crafted a heroine matching Stella’s stage persona.

George Elmer Cobb Dale Arnold Dale Stella Rossiter Rowl Jasper Wynant Linden Grove Rowsiter Lttle Stella Lindon Grove Wisconsin Burg Arnold Vary Tandon Grove Stalla Stala Benson Calton Loodo Ivo Acheme Carnoat Fuldomo Dalo Httle Lonady Stolla

Dandruff Remedy Promises Hair Health

A vintage advertisement touts four ounces of ordinary liquid atgon to dissolve dandruff during night application. It claims scalp moisture, itching relief, and improved hair look after three to four more uses, available at any drug store for a low cost.

Riches From a Drama Bid Transforming a Troubled Pair

Dale pays a thousand to a playwright for a manuscript and a manager risks him with theater debts. Stella flees with funds, the troupe dissolves, and Dale recovers in hospital. Stella reappears with twenty thousand dollars from the drama’s success and asks Dale to be partners, signaling a hopeful union.

Stolla Dilo Dale Stella Hfo New York City Indy Sant Dato Aren Jove

Regular G A R meeting in Shelby Oct 7 1930 p.m.

Regular meeting of Shelby G A R Post No. 231 scheduled for Tuesday evening at 7 30 o clock. Adjutant invites attendance and notes Anglo Aide.

A. R Shelby Normin Pout Anglo Adjt

Dr McNutt Heads Risk Agency Here In Muscatine

Dr R McNutt, mayor of Muscatine, has been named district agent for the Penn Mutual Insurance Co. He will direct the territory around Muscatine under Frank H Perry Davenport general agent. Perry notes Penn Mutual loyalty to American securities and national operation.

McNutt Muscantine Penn, Mutual Insurance Co Hfo Frank H. Perry Davenport Penn Mutual Muscatine Perry

Cabinet Resigns in Japan Premier Okuma Steps Down

Tokyo October 3. The Nichi Shimbun reports the cabinet of Premier Count Okuma has decided to resign. He plans to recommend Vice Count Tekauki Kato as his successor to the emperor.

Prean Sea and Wire Tokio Nichi Nichi Shimbun Count Okuma Tekauki Kato

Illinois G O P Candidates Tour Illinois

A Chicago to Decatur three week campaign tour kicks off with Frank Lowden and fellow nominees aboard a private special train. Stops include Champaign and other cities, with meetings at noon and night meals provided by a drum corps from Rockford. A baby elephant bearing a Hughes campaign banner travels on the flat car.

Chicago Frank O. Lowden Medill McCormick Wiliam Jo. Mason John G. Oglesby Louis L. Emmerson Mao Edward J. Brundage Lon Small William Lu. Abbott Otla W W. Holt Mary &. Buvey University of Illinois Andrey Russel Fred I. Sterling Republican Champaign Decatur Eutynse Cool County Thatate Maxa Sam Hughes Fair Pants London Grand Army of the Republic Rockford

First Firemen's Dance Set for Saturday Night

Kaiser Hose company to host the first Firemen's Dance next Saturday with officers appointed to run programs. Committee includes John Helmbucky president and Grommel's fall orchestra slated to play at the hose house. Dances planned biweekly through winter if turnout stays strong.

Kaiser Hose Company Fire Department Takel Cbhure John Helmbucky CG. Freese HW. Ammandt J. Winer Foor Manner St. Wee Grommel Hose House

Home remedy to cure catarrh and related symptoms

A simple home treatment claims to relieve catarrh, catarrhal deafness, head noises, and mucus in the throat. Mix Parmint Double Strength with hot water and granulated sugar, take four times daily. improvements may appear within a day, with breathing ease and fading headaches.

Famous Wash Heals Skin Remedy Ad

An old advertisement touts D D D as a magical skin remedy for itch burning and discomfort. It claims rapid relief and many cures, inviting readers to send 25¢, 50¢ or $1.00 for a trial with a money back guarantee on the first bottle.

Bonn

Election Officials Named for November 7 Precincts

The board of supervisors announced the complete list of election judges and clerks for county precincts for the November 7 election. Names span Pike, Sweetland, Wapsinonoc, Wilton, Muscatine, Bloomington, Cadar, Frustiund, Fulton, Coshon, Lake, Montpelier, Moscow, Orono townships and Muscatine wards with multiple judges and clerks per precinct.

Board of Supervisors U Pike Township H, S, Brown T. B, Nichols T. Shannon W. R. Schmidt John Stephens Hichlelberger E. J. McFadden E. H. iDodder James O'Toole WH. W.vincent Sweatland Township J. H. van Camp Wapslnonoc C. A. Purevis George Winters Bloomington George Dilbert G. J. Te Strake H.T. Hucke, Jr Freq Otto Robert Shields Cadar G. W. Jones C. M. Estla Lester Hafner H. Co Hendrix and Co N. Cader Frustiind R. F. Parmeslee S. G. Shetler C. G. Hargrave Milton Boyle Ernest Fiderlein Albert Banhagle Lake Township R. D. Harper R. R. Baker A. J. Ua Tourette Joseph Gibbs Warold Will Montpelier Rd. Kemper Richard Nugent Fred Baer August Briere George Gerhard Moscow Township J. F. Maurer J. G. Klein Henry Smith CO. H. Miller J. ©. Parkar Orono J. H. Helverson Maxwell G. A. Adams Judes If. I W. HH Melkee Clarks

Kent Pleads Guilty in Springer Liquor Case

Attorney C A W Went today pleaded guilty before Judge House in the district court to giving liquor to a minor after perjury proceedings against him were displeased on the recommendation of County Attorney R Stafford. The penalty to be imposed was expected today. The charge ties to Irene Sopher in the Springer divorce suit, where she testified amid alleged perjury leading to subornation charges. Kent had previously been acquitted in the first Springer case that led to disbarment proceedings.

Judge House Co. R. Stafford Kent Huquor Irene Sopher Springer Sopher Wags

Petit Jurors Exempted After Court Adjourntment

Judge House in the district court excused petit jurors for this term after a verdict favoring Mrs. F. A. McCreskey in a $1,750 promissory note suit against S. W. Curtis. The trial ended shortly after 1 pm, concluding the docket for the term.

Settlement of Muscatine high school contract dispute

A special board of education meeting settled a dispute over heating plumbing and vacuum piping bids for Muscatine high school addition. William J Watson and Lotspeich & Company divided the work, with Watson receiving plumbing and vacuum piping for 1602.50 and Lotspeich handling heating for 8142.00, totaling 9764.50 for the three components.

Muscatine High School Board of Education William J. Watson and Lotspeich & Company Watson Plumbing Concern Lomapeich Company Watson Lomapeich Kompang Latspeich Lotapeich

Local Woman Files Suit for Divorce

Mary EF. Hickey through Attorney A. W. Kent today filed for divorce from Bernard T. Hickey claiming threats to shoot and cruelties. The defendant denied the allegations and demanded proof. In another case Judge Hoare gave the defendant five days to amend his answer.

Mary EF. Hickey Atorney

Resignation Not Accepted for Senior First Lieutenant

Dr. H L Husted received Washington notice that although furlough extension was granted, his resignation from Battery C was not accepted. A 30 day extension was approved with expectation resignation will be accepted soon and he will be relieved of duties due to physical disability. His condition has worsened since returning to Manitine and rumors linked Sergeant Cox to vacant Battery C positions, but War Department has not announced final disposition.

Oaerney Firat Battery C H. L. Husted Washington Nusted Mancatine Cox Regular Army Adj Guy KE. Logan War Department Hustedanid

Illinois Troops Muster Out As Parade Welcomes Home

From Springfield the old line 1st regiment M G and a 2nd regiment of about 1000 Chicago men prepare to depart Texas service. The 1st will entrain tomorrow and reach Chicago around six am Thursday. the 2nd departs Thursday night and arrives Friday morning. Soldiers cheerful after nearly four months away.

Springfield Lincoln Texas Frst M. G Chicago

Earthquakes Recorded at Georgetown University Helamoygrap

Two earthquakes were recorded during the night on Georgetown university Helamoygraps and announced today.

Washington Georgetown University

Society Dinner Honors Birthday at Laurel Heights Meeting

Mrs. Paul Schreurs hosted a 6 o'clock dinner at 617 East Tenth Street in honor of her husband. Fifteen Laurel Heights club members gathered at Hamilton school house for an informal social after routine work. A planned social with a short program was discussed for Wednesday October 11, with the next meeting set for October 16 at the school house.

Paul Schreurs East Tenth Astreet Lehreurs Laurel Heights Club Hamilton School House

Mercury at 78 Degrees as October Warmth Persists

Local forecasts say mild weather will continue after a warm October day. The afternoon thermometer reached 78 degrees, seven above yesterday, with no local records broken, though a recent cold snap made the warmth feel more notable.

Brooklyn Leads In Giant Battle In Seventh Inning

Brooklyn New York led the Giants by a substantial but unfinished score at the end of the seventh inning in a key game shaping the National League pennant race. Philadelphia trailed Boston after splitting the doubleheader, with a 1 0 score at the end of the first half of the fifth inning.

Brooklyn N. Y New York Giants Philes Boston Philadelphia Braves

Powers Protest Mexican Action

Washington Oct 3 strong protest to the state department by the British and French embassies against Carranza order seizing assets of British and French banks in Mexico City. Banks closed amid decrees with vast trench financial interests. Franco leads protest while the British embassy backs the effort and seeks full sympathy from the state department.

Washington, D. C State Department Mexico Franco Fi Fe

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