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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1916
Page
2
William A. Wolkert of Muscatine declares Tanlac relieved his chronic stomach distress and constipation after trying laxatives and multiple medicines. He reports improved tongue coating, no laxatives needed, and overall better health, recommending Tanlac as a reconstructive tonic. Havercamp Drug Co. markets Tanlac in Muscatine.
With election approaching next month Masca tine prepares for registration days beginning next week October 26 28 and November 4. Under law every voter must register on a registration day to be eligible to vote in the November 7 election. No exceptions.
An old promotional Victorian style ad claims meat forms uric acid that overworks kidneys and urges readers to take four ounces of rad Salts dissolved in water before breakfast for a few days to flush acids and relieve kidney issues. It touts Jad Salts as a harmless, inexpensive effervescent drink used to prevent kidney and bladder problems.
The notice outlines precinct locations for upcoming registration in November. First ward covers the lp xcolator House, second ward uses the Treasurer's office and city hall, third ward lists First precinct at German Home association and Second at Atert Hose house, fourth ward includes Relief Veteran Monuments association and formerly the Re Hof hose house.
Railroads report a severe car shortage in the western territory including Chicago and Muscatine, with 46 040 cars short on October 1, the worst for the season. Officials say conditions are not as bad as 1916 but delays persist. Shippers and railroads collaborate to speed movement, urging advance orders and immediate unloading of cars.
Raymond Robins of Chicago, former chairman of the Progressive National Convention, told a Wichita audience that the nomination of Charles E. Hughes for president shows a superhuman hand guiding events. He praised Hughes as fit to lead the nation in this trying time, while criticizing the Democratic Party for drift toward conservatism.
A large informal Republican rally drew almost two hundred voters to the West Liberty opera house on Monday evening. County candidates spoke about party strength and past achievements, urging continued Republican leadership in Muscatine county and Iowa. West Liberty figures WH Nichols and J. H. Melintoah voiced support for the county ticket and federal sentiment.
Locals plan to challenge Davenport for premier honors in a Yeomen drive. Mr and Mrs Talley supervise orders across Scott Mancntino and Loulan counties as the club aims to enroll 150 new members by December 15. The incentive awards installation in Davenport if their lodge leads.
A 25 cent advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as the fastest remedy to break a cold in hours. It claims to relieve nasal congestion discharge headache feverishness sore throat and body aches with two hour dosing for three doses, and asserts easy taste and no side effects.
Mitchell describes a touring car transformed into a luxurious sedan with a detachable top and numerous unique features. The text suggests months of enhancements and emphasizes distinctive design elements not found in competing cars.
The world's champion trotting stallion clocked a quick time to win against the clock at the Grand Circuit event here today. Spectators watched as the horse trained by Worthy defeated rivals, showcasing elite running and pacing.
Washington Virginia and nearby county announce Lieutenant Governor W L Harding will tour October 25 arriving from Jefferson County by auto. Stops include Brighton West Chester Wellman Kalona Riverside then supper and a speech at Graham theatre in Washington at eight o'clock. Several Washington political candidates will accompany him during the county tour.
District Clerk R. G. Tipton issued five marriage licenses this morning. The couples are Fred F. Wirt and Margaret Russ, Fred H. Havemann and Helen K. Spillmann, Fred G. Miller and Elsie M. McMillan, Harry H. Tobias and Clara M. Lorber, and Roy Brown and Bertha D. Crow.
Iowa City reports Paul Calloway a 24 year old arrest suspect admits forgery at Valley City North Dakota after passing a 40 dollar forged check for garments and cash. He awaits Sheriff James Kelly to return north without requisition papers. Also notes rise in woman registration and Royal Mail line cancellations due to British requisition.
The Chicago voting population for the November election set a record with 808,?28 registered voters, breaking all American records. Women’s registration boosting Chicago to the top, with 304,261 women and 504,467 men enrolled. Chicago leads New York by about 700 registrants in the unverified figures.
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