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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1916
Page
3
A garbled political spoof criticizes President Wilson and the Democratic platform. It mocks the New Deal era rhetoric, praising reform efforts in a fractured verse and accusing opponents of extravagance while promising fiscal restraint.
A reader argues President Wilson favored the Adams-on bill and hurt railroad workers. He cites a proposed 30,000 wage increase for some and 1,500,000 others kept behind, urging a 25 to 30 percent raise and a broad wage investigation. An open letter from the eighty percent movement demands fair treatment and a full inquiry by Congress.
A damaged transcript reports President refused to meet railway workers and to hear their side amid the Adamson Act dispute. It notes 250000 Brotherhood members and 600,000 railway employees pressed for justice, with details on pay, hours, and labor conditions. The piece questions leadership and calls for a full investigation into the railroad crisis.
An editorial critique claims President Wilson failed to establish U S neutrality amid international tensions. It questions his stance on European conflicts and American relief efforts, arguing that neutral nations view his policies as weak and incoherent, with reactions from Sweden Norway and other observers noted.
An old remedy named Speedway claims to ease muscle stiffness and pain. It is advertised as harmless and suitable for rough or chafed skin, recommending direct application and use under bandages for rheumatism and limb aches. Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store promotes the product.
An old time advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowel cleanser that cures pimples and bad breath. It promotes a vegetable formula with olive oil and claims clear skin after a few nights of use. Available in 10c or 25c packages through druggists.
A garbled excerpt reflects a political lecture to the nation, criticizing the president's handling and interpreting his position on a school magnate and the alleged strategy. The text is unclear and preserves only partial phrases about burdens and opinions on the advisor.
Big Ben, an escaped prisoner, notices Maisie wandering near his cave hiding from pursuers. He contemplates liberty and the past while the child pleads for a home, forcing a moment of reckoning as he contemplates taking her to safety and returning her to her father.
A jagged narrative follows Big Bow as he guides a girl named Malia, with warden Pravin overseeing the escape toward a penitentiary. The scene shifts with a caravan of riders, tense commands, and an ominous procession hinting at impending confinement and pursuit.
A well attended Lin Grove Farm gathering hosted by Mrs Jamon Mreckney Mrs Clyda Turkington and Miss Adela Latin brought families from the Latta area together for an at home afternoon. Guests played progressive Nylo with Mrs Arthur Lindborkitecht winning the prize and a luncheon featuring a red brown and gold theme was served. about thirty guests attended this festive home event marking a highlight of the locality.
A poorly scanned ad-like item urges Americans to adopt an English recipe for catarrhal deafness. It describes using Parmint Double Strength, water, and granul ating myrrh to reduce inflammation in the middle ear, claiming restored hearing and marked improvement. The text promotes copying the home remedy from A. W. Morgan or a local druggist and warns readers to share the recipe to help others.
An 1910s profile extols Ralph G. Tipton for efficiency and faithful service in the county clerk’s office. It highlights his long tenure from deputy to head, praising his experience, courteous conduct, and readiness to help the public while noting the value of stable, capable staff in probate, marriage licenses, naturalization, and related duties.
Acclaimed clerk known as Tip, born February 11 1883 in Muscatine County, educated at Cone and Columba, entered politics as township clerk at age 21. Since then he has served with the county office, gaining recognition for efficiency. a member of several fraternal orders, voters face reelection decision.
City officials in Muscatine consider a ten dollar monthly raise for police staff from chief to patrolmen as winter nears. Officers report 44 arrears and 39 arrests in a month, while city revenue and expenses are reviewed. The council also addresses railroad track removal, street paving bids, bridge inspector duties, and disposal of election ballots under municipal statutes.
An informal guide promotes a Korean supplement and breathing routine to reduce excess fat without dieting or intense exercise. It claims weekly weight checks track progress, promises quicker movement and lighter steps, and urges readers to use the product as an ideal fat-burner with wellness benefits.
A fragmented 19th century style product blurb touts certain foods as mild laxatives. It links digestion, bowel regulation, and pleasant texture to ease constipation. The text promotes a Kansas City doctor’s quote and recommends a “milk of cream” and other foods as supportive for digestion and regularity.
Jonas Nordquist, contractor, has completed grading of Steno jourcet per city certificate. Court orders payment of 207.96. Town avenue power improvement advances. preliminary plot for sub-nequ-diatrics No. 01 approved. total project cost 2144.21 with city share 964.00. Hearing date set for Oct 20 on park of property owners. City will not sell an alley. Barry Manufacturing dispute unresolved. A light will illuminate the temporary bridge near East Second Street construction.
Public notice records a special meeting on October 11 1916 where the stockholders unanimously adopted dissolution of the Town Operating Co and authorized officers to issue the necessary notices and perform acts to effect dissolution. Bonds mature October 16 1916 under President Wm Teifr and Secretary Arthur Lehmann of Jowa Operating Co.
The Henry F. Kath Co invites sealed bids to salvage the burned coaster Thels ma Teo including hull and machinery. Bids are to be received at the warehouse in front of Pine Street and close Saturday noon October 28, 1916.
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