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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1902
Page
2
Football rule updates introduce goal changes after each touchdown and a new team kick setup. The scoring team must line up twenty yards from the goal with the other on the 15-yard line for a drop or place kick, aiming to encourage team kicking and blocking participation.
Levi Hoff man, a Chickasaw county farmer living about eight miles east of Charles City, attempted suicide several days ago with a penknife and died from his wounds. Police and local authorities investigated the incident as a self-inflicted death. The report notes the method and location of the act and lists no other persons involved.
A Davenport tinner Edward Buck testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured his kidney trouble after cold settled in his loins and pain. He notes color change in urine after one box and full relief after the second. Readers are urged to visit Havercamp's drug store and learn from local customers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is sole U S agents.
A man judged insane at New Hampton attempted self harm at the insane hospital in Independence. He bumped his forehead on a knife fixed in the floor and gashed his head badly but did not fatally wound himself. His insanity is evident.
Sylvanus Dunham aged pioneer of Wapello County died at his home near Wapello. Born August 29 1822 in Fayette County Indiana he moved to Iowa in 1837 and accumulated 2200 acres including 1000 in Elliott township. He married Mattie Jamison in 1861 and had nine children. Funeral held at his home with burial in Bethel cemetery.
On September 2 9 16 and 23 1902 round trip excursion tickets will be sold at all Iowa Central stations to Ohio and Indiana points at a low rate. Tickets limited to 30 days from sale. For details contact your local agent or A R Cutts G P T A Minneapolis Minn.
Postmaster R H Randall of Dunlap Iowa testifies he suffered years of indigestion and its evils until using Kodol digests food and restored strength. He claims to have a new lease on life and offers his affidavit as proof. Sold by Coady Morgan and Havercamp's Prescription drug store.
LeMars Iowa September 9 The T M Zink nominee of the Democrats for the Eleventh district to congress has refused to accept. The committee is now seeking a willing substitute to offer as a candidate.
W J Bryan began a nationwide stump tour from Lincoln Nebraska with an opening speech to the Grand Army at a state reunion near Hastings He plans to campaign in Missouri at Joplin and then continue through neighboring states with most of October spent in Nebraska for fusion state and congressional tickets.
A fire in Gilmore Iowa destroyed the Willis lumber yard and damaged nearby businesses. Total losses reached about 50 000 dollars with the lumber yard alone costing 20 000. Causes are listed as unknown and the blaze also damaged a restaurant and printing office.
Miss Sophia Yardo of Cedar Rapids vanished in Waterloo while attending the Evangelical church Young People's Alliance. She bought a return ticket on the certificate plan but did not return it to the railroad company and friends cannot trace her.
Advertises round trip first class rail from Chicago to Cleveland for September 26 and 27 with extended return to October 28 by ticket deposit. Three daily trains originate at Chicago Passenger Station Harrison Street and Fifth Avenue. John Y. Callahan, General Agent, 113 Adams Street, Chicago, for details.
A young maid seeks rest while her mother recalls ongoing pains from backache to other womanly ailments. The text touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a perfect cure, claiming it strengthens weak women and heals illnesses. A Florida testimonial from Mrs. B. H. Munn details long suffering and full recovery after seven bottles, urging publication.
The Iowa county republicans met in Victor on September 9 and endorsed the party state platform and Gov. Cummins administration. County ticket announced includes Auditor Chas. G. Smith Clerk Alex. McLennan Attorney R. W. Pugh Recorder C. K. Raun Supervisor Geo. W. Reed.
Soldiers aboard the Buford returning from Manila to San Francisco tell of heavy gambling on the voyage. More than 900 men aboard spent cash ranging from 190 to 500 dollars before departure. The messroom became a daily gambling hall with monto, poker, and craps. A Sixth Cavalry casual allegedly won over 6000 dollars from peers and an Eighth Infantry arrival reported over 3000 dollars in winnings.
Ames Iowa September 9 Professor P G Holden the eminent astronomy specialist has accepted the chair of astronomy at Iowa State College His national reputation and addition to the faculty are seen as a significant strength for the institution
Travel offer for $3.50 round trip to Cleveland with return by October 28. September 26 and 27 departures, three daily trains, vestibuled sleeping cars, American Club meals in dining cars from 35c to $1. Also a la carte meals. City office Chicago Adams St. Contact John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 113 Adams St.
The National Candy company was incorporated in Trenton New Jersey with authorized stock of 9 million dollars. Rumors say the capital may be increased to between 25 and 30 million dollars soon.
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