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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1908
Page
6
An advertisement extols Kodol as a digestion helper that fully digests all food, easing indigestion by supporting nature. It argues most illness stems from poor digestion, urges reasonable eating, and offers a money back guarantee through druggists for unused large bottles.
West Liberty Iowa notes include Mr and Mrs Charlie Pratt and son Kenneth en route to Belleville West Virginia for three weeks visiting relatives, and many residents in town visiting IA City Muscatine Downey and Atalissa for family, posts and events. Several travelers attend conventions, weddings, or visits with kin through the region.
An old product alert for Foley's Kidney Remedy claims it restores vitality and health to people with kidney trouble. The advertisement features A. W. Morgan, Druggist, urging readers to refuse other brands.
Residents of New Era gather for the funeral of Fred Halling at Mount Grove on Saturday. The community extends sympathy to the bereaved family. A new social club named the Twenty Three club formed Thursday evening with Theodore Harker as president Breta Freberg secretary and Eugene Hetzler treasurer. Wm Nagle begins construction of a new barn on his property.
A married man is accused of neglect for allowing family members to use any cough remedy other than Foley's Honey and Tar. The ad notes Foley's contains no opiates and comes in a yellow package, attributed to A. W. Morgan, Drugge.
Hon. Mark A. Walsh will attend a Young Men's Democratic club special meeting at the F A A hall to offer suggestions on new uniforms and conduct under public scrutiny. Uniforms will be distributed tonight with instructions to arrive early for proper fit before the event ends.
The Presbyterian church in Wapello plans a Friday evening program featuring Trio Violin Conrad flute Keller piano Warren, solo Goodbye Sweetheart Goodbye Paul Herrick, readings by Hazel Winder and Mary Foster, several vocal and violin performances, and a male quartet. Nearby residents update moves and marriages including Hallie Moyers and Hattie Baxter wedding on Oct 7 1908.
John Thomas Peterson and Miss Verdie May Dickens wed with Rev Newsom officiating. The couple reside in Oakville with Verdie as daughter of Henry A Dickens and John as son of James Peterson. The ceremony marks a notable local union amid town families.
On October 6 1908 the District Court opened and read a will purportedly of Martha A Beacham deceased and set November 10 1908 for hearing and proof at the District Court term. Any interested party may appear and show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. Louise Eversmeyer attorney. W S McKee Clerk.
The unnamed neighborhood church dedication celebrated faithfulness amid struggle. About twenty members and a Sunday school of forty attended with a building committee including Geo. W. Schofield and others. Rev. W C Williamson led services from Burlington and Rev. J A Kennedy delivered the evening sermon. Kennedy, son of charter member Wm Kennedy, grew up on the old Kennedy farm now owned by Chas Pantel. Ladies Missionary Society helped raise funds for seating and furnishings. The ideal day drew many attendees from Wapello and nearby areas, marking a milestone in years of work.
The ad urges saving money to grow wealth through a savings account. It promotes self denial and regular deposits, even a dollar, as a nest egg. It promises four percent interest compounded semi annually on savings.
Warns against delaying essential plumbing work before cold weather. Emphasizes available now for prompt, expert service and a sanitary home this winter. Provides address 222 West 2nd St and phone 257-M.
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