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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1908

Page

2

Taft Endorses Y On The Canal Zone In Speech

In Minneapolis Taft endorses Y M C A work in Panama led by A Bruce Minear and supported by Nell Downer. He cites 35 000 people in a 50 by 10 mile Isthmus strip and says clubs and ministers aid moral living, raise standards, and justify canal construction costs.

Panama A. Bruce Minear Nell Downer Muscatine William H. Taft St. Paul Minn Taft Commission

Hale’s Household Ointment Promises Skin Cure

Advertises Dr Hale's Household Ointment as a quick permanent cure for eczema salt rheum scrofula ulcers and other obstinate skin diseases. Claims availability at drug stores for 25 cents or direct from Kenyon & Thomas Adams NY.

Wilton Democratic Meeting Enrolls 70 in Campaign Drive

In Wilton Iowa a Democratic meeting elected officers and enrolled 70 members to push the campaign. Officers include President A R Whitmer and secretary D A Burrows. A marching club committee was named with Harry Shafnit and George Doran among others. Several residents planned weekend visits to Davenport Muscatine La Porte.

Harry Shafnit Christ. Angerer George Doran Will Lee Alex Atwill Chas. Rodgers John Brocker Davenport Bertha Rynearson Muscatine Frank Hopper Ed. McSwiggin la Porte Fred Ficken Leonard Friederichsen Ferd Jacobs

Patton Delivers Strong Performance In The Blockhead At Grand

W B Patton headlined at the Grand on Saturday with The Blockhead in a solid showing. His distinctive drawling voice and humor elevate a commonplace tale, supported by a capable cast and well staged sets, delivering notable entertainment for the audience in Muscatine.

W. B. Patton Patton Muscatine

Jane Eyre at Grand Theater Thursday Evening

Rowland and Clifford present a production of Jane Eyre praised as a classic with human characters and a brighter, concise stage interpretation. The dramatist adds comedy to temper the book’s gloom without altering plot or strength.

Rowland Clifford the Grand

Muscatine Visitors and Local Departures Reported

Four sons rode to Muscatine this morning to visit Mrs. Jacobs' brother Will Huey. Chas Wacker tended to business and stopped in Muscatine yesterday afternoon. Orren McCoy left for Sioux City after visiting his parents. Chas Kaufman traveled to Davenport today. Maude Latchaw arrived to spend Sunday at home. John Marolf attended business in Muscatine this morning.

Muscatine Maude Latchaw John Marolf

Dr Kings New Life Pills Promote Prompt Liver and Bowel Action

Advert shows Dr Kings New Life Pills claimed to cure sluggish liver and bowels. The copy notes the product costs 25 cents and is sold at Haverkamp's Prescription Drug Store.

Dr. King Havercamp

Beach Floating White Castile Soap Free Offer

Ladies may claim a large 10 oz Beach floating white Castile soap bar and a one pound Key City Borax Nantha soap powder free with this coupon.

Key City

Muscatine Men Listed on Federal Jury Panel

Federal Court in Davenport drew grand and petit juries for the October term. Muscatine men appear on both panels, including C. E. Richard, whose dual eligibility is unlikely. The list includes Henry Dunker and H. A. Hueler of Muscatine among others from Iowa towns such as West Liberty, Burlington, and Oskaloosa.

Grand Federal Court Davenport C. E. Richard Grand Jury E. E. Mead West Liberty John Boyle Burlington F. L. Wilson Washington S. L. Curry Weldon H. A. Hueler Muscatine J. T. Ogle Centerville Henry Bitzer N. B. Gardner Wellman Don Sherman Fred Leu, Jr Frank Critz Riverside C. Crago John McCormick W. P. Oliver Lenox Carl Keck F. G. Kiest Des Moines S. M. Mitchell Marion Tracy Batavia Wm Laefollett Oskaloosa Wm. Wilson Lettsville Henry Dunker FE. Phelps Sigourney Wm. London Fairfield W. O. Payne Ewart John Grimm Andover Alvin Heving Ft. Madison Henry Klare Lyons John McFadden Atalissa. Co E. Richard Frank Jackson W. H. Bennett Kirkville George Craig M. A. O'Neill Lost Nation Alfred Jaeger Agency Steven Delaney Clinton J. W. Troyd

Garland Acquitted of Speeding Charge in Local Case

A. S. Garland was found not guilty of speeding after Judge H. S. Howe ruled witnesses could not establish a definite speed. Garland’s car on Sycamore street nearly hit Eddie Leack and then struck a truck wagon near the Hershey building. no injuries occurred.

A. S. Garland H. S. Howe Howe Mr. Garland Fof Garland Sycamore Street Eddie Leack New Hershey Building

King of Physics CascaRoyal Pills Claim Market Lead

An advertisement asserts sales rise under the name CascaRoyal Pills and brands them as a superior royal remedy. It states imitators cannot copy the label and touts the pill as a tasteful alternative to harsh purgatives. Available in 10c 25c and 50c packages through druggists.

Blackburn

Elks Attend Davenport Home Dedication Parade Banquet

One hundred five Muscatine Elks with Pauchet's band joined a Davenport dedication event for the new Elks' home. The group traveled on a special train, led a Saturday evening parade, and then attended a 2,600-guest banquet at the coliseum. Speakers included former Congressman Martin J. Wade and George W. Scott.

Muscatine Elks Pauchet Elks Davenport Muscatine Coliseum Martin J. Wade F. D. Letts C. H. Murphy Iowa Iowa Elks"’ Was the Topic Assigned To J. R. Frailey, of Ft. Madison Henry Vollmer Fred Robinson Dubuque Grand Lodge Fred Vollmer George W. Scott

Methodist Bishop Speaks To Crowded Muscatine Gatherings

Bishop W. F. Oldham of the Methodist Episcopal church spoke three times in Muscatine yesterday. He preached at the morning service, addressed a Y M C A men’s meeting at the Family theatre, and led a union evening service at the Tabernacle. Rainy weather reduced attendance at the later event but crowds still turned out for the rally day programs and the United Brethren women’s society hosted the morning services.

W. F. Oldham Methodist Episcopal Church Muscatine Methodist Church Family Theatre William A. Sunday Memorial Tabernacle Oldham Tabernacle United Brethren Church Woman's Missionary Society

Miner Found Frozen To Death Near Norville Road

Des Moines dispatch reports coal miner Joe Lencer was found dead beside the Norville road early yesterday morning. County Physician Burcham ruled the death a freezing fatality amid the first September snowfall in Kansas City and nearby areas in 19 years.

Kansas City Des Moines Joe Lencer Norville Road Burcham

Kensington Meeting Draws 54 in Keota

Keota Iowa September 28 The Presbyterian Kensington met with Mrs Willard Teets Thursday afternoon to yield a banner meeting with 54 attendees and proceeds of 5.40 Ice cream cake and coffee were served Officers for the coming year were elected.

Keota Presbyterian Kensington Willard Teets

Keota Community Notes Highlight Local Elections and Events

President Mrs. A W Pringle leads the Epworth League officers with Mrs. Willard Teets and Mrs. W T Palmer as vice presidents and Mrs. B L Sanders as secretary. A fruit social funded a donation barrel to the Methodist hospital in Des Moines. Craig Kirkpatrick’s illness at Park College in Kansas City worsens. Nate Kendall to discuss politics in Keota on September 30. Christian church marks anniversary with services before repairs. Embroidery club hosts a friendly gathering. Residents visit from Canada and Washington. Mrs. Clendenning buys Dr Mulhern’s former residence. Missionary tea at Presbyterian church set for October 5 with program at 8. Public invited.

A. W. Pringle Willard Teets W. T. Palmer B. L. Sanders O. Powell Epworth League Methodist Hospital Des Moines C. Kirkpatrick Ralph Kansas City Craig Kirkpatrick Park College Craig Washington Lusk Nate Kendall Keota Christian Church Nora Warner Embroidery Club N. G. McNarlen Canada Fred Jordon T. A. Morris E. A. Hulse Harper Clendenning Arthur Dr. Mulhern Ladies’ Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church

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