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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1916
Page
4
A public health warning describes the risks of using laxatives like Callst Or Syrup of Pubs for children. It notes potential side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhea, fever, whining and poor appetite while urging consulting a doctor and avoiding unregulated products. It warns against counterfeit labels and promotes a specific California Syrup of Figs product.
Members of the board of directors met at the Young Women's Christian Association Rooms yesterday afternoon and discussed plans for the calf-supporting women of the city and the potential organization of a women’s club to advance efficiency. A Halloween party and a dramatic club week end party were planned for later in the month and venue details were noted.
New York October 10 The unfilled orders of United States Steel Corp for September stood at 9 022 084 tons, down 127 778 from August 31 The September unfilled orders also fell 410 214 tons from the record 9 937 793 tons The drop reflects reduced new business despite capacity offers on hand.
London dispatch reports Professor Spryidon Lambros has formed a cabinet in Saloniki as part of the provisional government. The slate includes Lambros as Premier and Public Instruction Minister, M Halocontan as Foreign Affairs, General Dracot as War, A Damintor as Marine, Twantoleas as Finance, Constantin Andonopulos as Justice, Alexander Txolon as Interior, and M Onconomides as National Economy. the narrator notes the political scene appears colorless.
In Philadelphia on October 10 Chas Hy Hughes spoke at the Metropolitan Opera House denouncing foreign and Mexican policies. He reiterated the Republican program opposing interference with American property mail and legitimate commerce and warned against arousing foreign nations. He recalled the Lusitania sinking and the seizure of American mail while stressing accountability, stating he would not embarrass the administration.
At the second annual convention of the Young Men's Club of America held in Electra Mink on October 0, President Wilson’s message opened the gathering. About twenty speakers and several hundred delegates attended as leaders promoted future economic and national progress through the vigor of young business men.
An old time remedy ad touts Pape's Diapopsin as a quick fix for stomach misery, dyspepsia, and indigestion. It claims the product works within five minutes, neutralizes sour stomach, stops belching, and helps you enjoy meals again. Purchase a fifty cent bottle from any drug store.
A vintage ad promotes a home hair removal method using a small Dolotone package mixed with ink to form a paste for skin application. The text claims two minutes of contact will remove hair and erase any trace, asserting no harm or inconvenience, and warns to buy the real product.
A Berlin Vorwaerts dispatch reports the paper urging suppression of its policy by appointing a Reichstag committee for foreign affairs. The piece recalls the 1908 agitation over a measure to require government to pursue foreign policy by parliamentary majority. It notes Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg’s stance and the Reichstag's mood on Germany’s war policy, arguing the case for parliamentary government.
A fragmented ad promises a one hundred dollar reward for a catarrh cure. It touts Halla Catarrh Medicine as thirty five years trusted and claims it acts through the blood to expel poison and heal diseased portions. Readers are urged to start taking the medicine for quick improvement and to send for testimonials.
A garbled notice outlines a grand production featuring a large cast headed by King of Wredpryd and Queen Engenta Lola May with many named principals. It previews a multi-day run at the Grand Opera House starting October 1 with matinees and evening shows, highlighting a lavish ensemble and musical drama.
In Portage Pa district court proceedings were noted with a bank seeking 36000 on an alleged promissory note and other suits including a divorce petition by Mollla Storfing against Charlton Sterling seeking custody of minor children. The case lists attorneys from Mackaon Littention Instituted and D Ve & RS Jackson, with timelines indicated for hearings and filings. Separately federal antitrust actions against the Reading railroad were discussed as the term docket opens, with initial opinions and orders expected next Monday and more hearings scheduled.
Newport October 14 reports from American naval officers describe a single submarine operation south of Nantucket. Rear Admiral Gleaves noted a German U-62 likely surfaced at Newport to mail letters as three additional ships were reportedly sunk. Ten Chinese crew members from the Steamer Strathmore were rescued by the destroyer Motile and held for immigration review.
Chienga UI Oct 10 Members of the Republican National Advisory Committee met at Western Republican headquarters and received roynary from each state in the territory. The meeting discussed progress in the western division and outlined campaign plans with an optimistic outlook for November victory.
Interest in evangelistic meetings led by Professor Wil A Chessman at Mutford Congregational Church attracted a large audience. The topic evening was Which Way, Brother and Mo Went Away, with the usual evangelist message emphasized by local clergy and attendees. Davenport report notes Dr Nanty Matthay of Davenport recently returned from two years in a German hospital and arriving in New York aboard the Scandinavian-Atmorlan liner.
Angural style headaches with intense pain in the brow temples or neck respond to Sloan's Liniment. One painless application quickly relieves dull pain without rubbing as it penetrates to the source. Also effective for aching muscles joints and back. Available at drug stores for 20 cents to a dollar.
An advertisement touts a dandruff cure using four ounces of liquid argon applied nightly to the scalp. It claims morning results and complete removal after a few more applications, promising relief from itching and dry scalp and shinier hair, with liquid argon sold at drugstores as inexpensive and effective.
The first of an informal meeting series planned by the local Republican organization was held at Red Mat hall with a large GOP crowd. The gathering featured a political image themed discussion and a smoker, drawing county affiliates. A similar session is planned at Nichola on Thursday with several county candidates present. Another smoker is scheduled at Red Mans hall on Monday next week.
El Paso Texas October 10 A packed wagon with Mexican refugees arrived tonight two Americans among the Danvongers said Villa was in control of the Guerrero district Border Patrol Atlanta City New Jersey October 10 The American monitors of the Mexican American joint commission studied with General Tasker H Bell assistant chief of staff US army the military questions involved in suggested plank for border patrol The Mexicans also met rapriately and no joint session was held until evening
A review notes Thora as a versatile star, playing five roles in a Famous Players picture. The piece jokes about audiences spotting her in various guises and assures viewers they will recognize her performance despite the many on screen personae.
Local news items list residents visiting and traveling. Mr and Mrs J A Gordes of Chicago hosted calls. Mr and Mrs Robert Lewis of Lincoln and others visited. Mrs Samuel Colin and daughter returned from Molmnot near relatives. auto tour through the west is mentioned. Arm cast nearly removed for Tom Maber. Reports from Lincoln state new patients. typhoid warning appears. Keithe nburg beat Mathowaville 8 to 2 in Riverride park as Ravengumeax series opens.
Keithsburg players pressured Nelson with strong at bats driving in four runs in the third inning. Ping shone for Keithsburg with clutch hits and pitching effectiveness. A fine play by A Brockway at third and a double by James and Trenure highlighted the team’s timely slugging as Keithsburg edged the rivals 8 to 7 in a tight matchup. Matheravius allowed eight runs while Keithsburg capitalized on Nelson and Rodansky.
An incomplete OCR fragment mentions Nichols family from west of town traveling toward Brighton on an October morning. The text references Jay and Mia Brown and a pitovtx unclear, with lack of coherent events or dates.
Relatives at Gat pinned VeLienlins to Waithowe on Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Swickard, visiting Welwok with relatives and friends in Pavan Park, returned home. Mrs. dammed Oostendulph and child ren spent part of the week at Burlington with her mother and several brothers and sisters. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Fry spent Sunday at Crovaton Indiana with Curl Mooker, returning home in the evening. A carload of cattle arrived Sunday morning from AIniteKnot for R. Sculati and Henry Braun.
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