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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1900
Page
5
Old residents recall the first Uncle Tom appearance in Muscatine staged on improvised planks and saw horses at Hare's hall during state fair week. Col Dougherty recalls the makeshift stage and muslin flags while T S Stewart filled in as little Eva. audiences enjoyed the show despite sparse props.
The Huttig Sash and Door Company employs fifty carpenters until nine each night to meet rising orders. This shows McKinley prosperity as they have run overtime twice since 1892, while critics press for Bryan.
Carl Fuhrman Sr died at his son William Fuhrman’s home on Clinton Street South Muscatine after a week of illness due to senility. Born January 25 1815 in Brandenburg Germany he moved to Buffalo Prairie Illinois in 1886 and later to Muscatine. Survived by three daughters Mrs Ricka Maves Mrs Minnie Colberg and Mrs Gusta Parker and two sons Carl and William Fuhrman. Funeral Friday at 7 50 p m from the residence with interment at Illinois City cemetery.
The notice states refunds on Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar bottles 56 and 25 cents for coughs colds if not curing the patient. Signatories include G. A. Reinicke W. B. Barkalow Nesper & Co. Jno J. Havercamp and J. Theo. Keuchiaan.
The acting secretary urges every American to support the Y M C A as the sole organized group guiding young men away from ruin. Readings rooms and the Bible class remain free to all, with the gymnasium program set to restart when weather allows.
The Journal expresses sincere appreciation for a generous box of delicious wedding cake sent to the office by Mr. and Mrs W A Hysell. Their daughter Carrie married yesterday to William Nestle bush as noted last evening. The cake was attractively arranged with sprigs of similar decorations and disappeared quickly after arrival.
The Baptist Young People's Society seeks records or diaries pertaining to the church for a historical souvenir of its Sixtieth Anniversary. Communicate with Dr. Myrick, committee chair, to aid the project. Information on Albert Beaty Nancy Bear Julia C Dewibber Margaret Musgrave and Betsy Ingals is especially requested.
The Young Man's Hebrew Club met Tuesday evening with all officers present. Elected were A. C. Smith president, J. Goodman vice president, J. Greenblatt treasurer, Rev. Joe Bleeden secretary, Max Skolnick first trustee, Moses Skolnick second trustee, S. J. Gould finance secretary.
Isaac Staples and bow boat Lafay ette Lamb came down last evening with a raft. J. W. Van Sant and bow boat Lydia Van Sant brought a raft down for our local mills this morning. Fred Swain a new steamer in these waters of the La Salle & Peoria Packet Co went down this morning.
The German Lutheran church thanks the public for patronage at their supper last evening. The ladies expect to net about $75 from the event. Mr. Ashton treated his thirty female assistants to supper as a show of generosity.
All interested and disinterested parties are urged to attend the Republican meeting Friday night at the Dancing Hall over Model Laundry on Avenue.
An old advertisement touts Weeks Break-ip-A-Cold tablets with claims of curing cold symptoms during sleep. It states no cure and no pay, offered at 25 cents with J. J. Havercamp listed as sole agent.
A small party at the Fox residence hosted Miss Eva Fox for Miss Elenor Fox from Erie Pennsylvania. An engaging cinch game drew the main attention and prizes went to Miss Elenor Fox and Mr. Arthur Hoffman. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Carl Gray, Miss Cora Hunt, Miss Nellie Olds, Miss Mabel Leverich, Miss Jennie Sawyer, and Messrs. Chas Lindner, Lysle Day, Cornelius Cadle, and Harold J. Mahin.
George Hessler and Amanda Greenwald were married at Hessler senior’s Wilton township home. About 75 to 100 guests attended, with a Muscatine delegation of about 20. Emma Greenwald and Ed Breen served as bridal party. The couple received many handsome gifts and well wishes from friends.
Miss Isa Helma Wilhelm married Louis Sickman at the home of Nicholaus Wilhelm in Montpelier township. Rev Kittlekamp conducted the ceremony before a party of forty to fifty guests followed by a lavish wedding supper. Both families receive broad good wishes from friends. A fortnightly card club and a planned musical society are announced for the winter season by the young community.
Muscatine's Amateur Musical Union Orchestra plans to restart weekly practices soon, possibly next week. The group hopes for another season of their popular promenade concerts after several years of delightful performances.
Muscatine residents look forward to a lively gay social season this winter with dancing clubs and busy musical and literary circles. Local societies plan numerous events as they anticipate strong participation and enjoyment.
In Judge Rowan’s nuptial parlor last evening Charles Jones and Emma J. Mitchell both of Dallas Illinois were married by the judge performing the ceremony.
The article notes poor teamwork at State University ahead of a game with Upper Iowa. It lists players and event results from track and field and cycling, then prints both first and second football team schedules, followed by a Chicago to Marquette travel note and a request for a promotional pamphlet.
Program lists Friday events for field day at the fair grounds with multiple races. Participants include R Batterson C Chenoweth G Riemcke E Asthalter S Berry W Apple L Greenway F Morgan H Edson F Bennison W Longstreth C One-half mile bicycle R Batterson C Chenoweth G Riemcke E Asthalter and high jump entries for H Edson W Mahaney.
Local fans anticipate this season of Staite University football with anticipation for key home games and rivals. The schedule highlights dates and venues for the Staite eleven as it builds toward conference play.
Charles A. Nevius, newly appointed secretary of the local YMCA, arrived in the city this morning. He formerly served as assistant secretary of the West Side Association in Chicago and will begin his duties on October 1.
The piece highlights Marquette, located on Lake Superior, as a premier and appealing summer spot. It emphasizes scenic beauty, outdoor activities, and the inviting atmosphere that draws visitors to the city during warmer months. It frames Marquette as a standout summer locale within the region.
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