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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1902
Page
4
The city paper lists a marriage license for Lizzie Wettermann and Henry Ayeseng, visits by Izara Van Dorah and S W Spickler, and thanks from families for support during illness and bereavement. Rev. W E Howe receives an Iowa appointment. Dr. H M Dean attends state meetings. Blind Boone performs at the First Congregational church.
A brief note from Fred S. Pentzer inviting others to join him in a farming or crop observation activity, emphasizing timely action while the soil reveals its capabilities. The writer expresses readiness to proceed with two or more participants at any time.
Report notes that Rescue boys arrived late after the South Muscatine company and that all firefighting units acted valiantly. The Journal photographer or writer mixed up the Rescue team with the Relief hose company and Muscatine Sash and Door in the fire coverage.
The judge contrasts romance with marriage, arguing love is a fleeting illusion that ends when a man takes a wife. He says passion fades and the real work of earning a living begins, leaving the hopeful as they confront domestic duties.
Dr. J. D. Fulliam sues the county for 870 dollars claiming 113 patients received 419 visits at two dollars each plus 64 vaccinations at fifty cents each. He seeks judgment with interest from June 2 1902. The case opens at the November term of the district court. Also on trial is George F. Swab vs. Harry Metzger for 1000 dollars over a horse power machine injury.
Wheat saw light offerings and fair buying, but outside longs sold to scalpers. market eased to under yesterday’s close yet closed steady for December and May. Corn opened weak on good receipts and weather but firmed as rains forecast. selling by locals later pressured September to May. Oats traded lightly with lower prices. Provisions dull and steady early, but broker selling weighed on prices. hogs faced price declines.
Stocks listed show a range of small movements with several rail and industrials posting fractional gains while others soften midday. Notable entries include Atchison and Texas Pacific showing firm prices, with U S Steel hovering around 40 percent and Copper at 68 percent. overall activity reflects a cautious market.
Company C announces a Thursday evening drill on September 18. All members are requested to attend. By order of Captain Smeenk.
A centrally located house offers modern amenities and reasonable rent. Details point to address B and describe a straightforward rental option in a compact, practical listing.
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