Muscatine Semi-Weekly News Tribune from Muscatine, Iowa • 4

CREATE HEW OFFICE Over two hundred hogs owned by Illinois farmers crossed on the high o) MDSCATINK, IOWA, WEDNESDAY, May mm Is absolutely necessary in order to have good health. The greatest affliction of tho human race is impure blood. There- are about 2400 disorders incident to tho human framo, tho large majority arising from the impure or poisonous condition of the blood. Tho best remedy for all blood diseases is found in Hood's Sarsaparilla. Its romarkable cures are its loudest praise.

It is not what we say but what Hood's Sarsajmrilla docs that tells th story. ONo remedy has ever had so marked success or won such enormous sales. Scrofula in its severest forms yields to its potent powers, blood poisoning and salt rheum-and many other diseases are permanently cured by it. For a general Spring Medicine to remove those impurities which have accumu bridge yesterday and were shipped from here to the Chicago market. Before purchasing call and see Steen Bros' line of wall paper.

a Boots and Shoes. In niea's plow working boots, we have what you want, and in ladies' wear and men's fine shoes we can't be beat." Thurston Dolsen. the old re liable shoe house, Muscatine. The strawberry plants are in bloom hereabout, they are as heavily laden with flowers as Muscatine county plants generally are. This means, with propitious season, a large yield of berries as fine as are grown, Fair's Shoes.

You save money by buying them. The men who robbed the State bank of Orion, 111., early Saturday morning secured $5,000 and got away with it, it is thought to Chicago. They were ex perts and worked the burglary and the escape with the skill of profession The steamer Sidney will leave St. Louis next Saturday and probably reach Muscatine on Sunday night. The Pittsburg is expected down 'from Dubuque the latter part of this week.

The well at the i county farm was tested yesterday. The new steam pump was set to work and kept in operation for five hours, the flow at the, end of that time being as copious as it was when the pump was first started, showing that the well's supply of water is ample and up to expec tations. Complete Line Summer clothing BORGER BLIVF.N, The horse shoe paint pleases the dealer, the and the house owner. Give it a trial. You take no risk; take it all.

Satisfaction guaranteed. Ev. BiiaAerbvrg, Bed Paint Store. C. E.

Dayton, the new landlord of the Hotel Webster, is in the city and was joined by his wife and family from Brighton last evening. Mr. D. expects to open the" hotel in first-class style about the 15th and has engaged the former clerks, Messrs. Wyman and McBride, to preside at the desk.

TVin.t scrofulous taint which has been in vour Blood for vears.will be expelled by taking Hood's Sarsaparilla, the great blood purifier. Jacob Eis, of Fulton township, who recently had a rib broken in a run away accident near Durant, is recovering nicely. For Sale. Three very fine high grade Jerey males. Sire Alcheny.

Prices reasonable if taken soon. Dr. Battey. Graad Opcn'ng of the "Huh" Clothing House. Rosenfield Covitz have opened the "Hub" clothing store at 313 East Sec ond street and will offer bargains in clothing, furnishing goods, underwear, hats, caps, boots and shoes, etc.

-In fact you can find anything necessary to your comfort summer or winter at this store. It is our aim to make this store the bargain store of Musca tine, and our motto will be small profits and big sales. We hope the people'will appreciate our undertak ing and respond in great numbers, as we will positively save you money on every article you buy of us. Don't forget to call at the "Hub," 313 East Second street. The "Gem" is worth 10c but sells for 5c.

Who does the best photograph work in Muscatine? Clifford Son, on Cedar between 2d and 3d streets. Did Not Know Much. Maud Sibyl is the sort of girl that tells all she knows. Marie Yes. And yet she isn't very talkative.

N. Y. World. True to Ills Trad" The Mother Yes, our baby weighed twelve pounds when it was born. The Retired Butcher (deepny interested) Without the bones? Life.

HIGH PRICES MUST GO. The idea of paying $25 to 875 per acre for land that is unimproved and with only a prospect of making a living is preposterous, The chances for selling such larms at an advance are limited. The G. S. Graves Land Companj, room 311, 56 Fifth Avenue, Chicago, 111., is offering fine farming land, unimproved, in central Wisconsin, at such low rates and on such favorable terms that prices will increase from year to year.

This land is located within easy reach of good markets, with plenty of fuel, good water and excellent and is selling at from $5 to 610 per acre. 1 Public Letting. Notice is hereby given that at 2 p. Thursday, May 23, '95, at the Sauls- bury bridge, the county commissioners will let the contract for grading and filling in of the approaches to the above bridge, re-flooring and repainting of same. County to furnish ail lumber required for flooring.

An Ordinance is "to Be Drafted Providing For. the Office of Plumbing Inspector. RESIDENTS OF I5L0CK 8(X PROTEST Against the Extension or the Fire Lim its and Represent that the Erection of any but Frame Buildings in that Block Would be' Unsafe aud Impracticable Cedar Street Grade Ordinance Passed ou Its Second Reading. May S. The city council convened in ad journed session last evening with the mayor presiding.

The members were all present. A petition from Win. Hoffman and all other residents, with: a single exception -in block SO, asking that the ordinance defining the fire limits be so amended as not to include block 80, was presented and a motion made that the same be granted. A substitute was offered that the same be referred to the committee of the whole which substitute prevailed. They represented that the new oVdinance extending the fire limits was passed at the same meeting at which it was first proposed, without notice to them, and without giving them an opportunity to be heard or protest or remonstrate against the same; that there were no brick structures in the block; that it is remote from the' main or.

business portion, and intersected by gullies and ravines, and on which, if filled, no brick structures could be erected at once, as it would be unsafe and impracticable, and that to permit the present limits to remain would render great injustice and work hardships upon them. A motion was made that the petition be granted. A substitute was offered that it be referred to the committee of the whole, which substitute prevailed. The petition of Theo. Martin relative to his assessment was referred to the finance committee.

1 A communication from the First National Bank of Chicago, asking for a qpflimission of upon receipt of which they promised to forward canceled sewer bonds, was read and on motion the recorder was authorized to draw an order for the above amount. A communication from Mason, Lewis Co. tendering their services with reference to bonds which the: city might desire to have redeemed, was read and the recorder authorized to transact business with them in future. The petition of J. Eisley Eeuling stating that the sidewalks on Cedar street west of Eighth were in a dilapidated condition and asking that the city prepare ground so that new sidewalks could be' laid, was granted and the street commissioner directed to do the work.

4 On motion the marshal was instructed to notify property owners on both sides of East Eighth street between Oak and Spring streets to lay perma nent gutters. -7 The street commissioner was in structed to do some filling on East Eighth street in front of lot 2, block also to lay.a sidewalk in front of Nicholas Butcher's- property on Park avenue at the intersection of Washington street, and on Canon street in front of the Smalley property. On motion was instruct ed to notify Mr. Barry or the parties who laid the sewer on Fifth street between Mulberry and Walnut to repair the same, as it is dangerous to travel. On motion the street commissioner was instructed to do some filling on north side of Fifth street between Sycamore and Walnut and on the south side of West Eighth street along the foot bridge.

Also to prepare ground for sidewalks on south side of Third street extension between Main, and Green, and when the ground is prepared the marshal is to notify property owners to lay sidewalks. It was moved and carried that the marshal notify all property owners who have not laid permament bidet-walks on Second street from Pine to Mulberry street, i on Mulberry from Front to Seventy, and on Iowa Avenue from Front to Eighth excluding the block from Fourth to Fifth, to do so fortwith. The committee.which was authorized to confer with Jos. P. Freeman with reference to constructing a wall for the protection of the Fapocse storm sewer reported having approved a proposition and on motion the agree ment was ratified The lighting committee to whom was referred the petition of S.

E. Hoo ver and others asking for the placing of seven gasolene lamps on Hershey Avenue, Clinton, Hanover and Second 'streets reported favorably and on mo tion the Muscatine Electric Railway was requested to place them at once. The city engineer, reported that to reduce the alley to grade between Fourth and Fifth and Chestnut streets "I wish to. say that 3 years ago we had ai beautiful boy born to us. At the age of 11 months he broathod his last, a vlotlm to impure blood.

On Aug. 4, 1891, another boy was born, who at tho egeof two months became afflicted with the same disease. We believed the trouble was constitutional, and not common sore mouth. I procured a bottle of Hood's Sarsaparilla and commenced to give 'it regularly to both mother and baby. Improvement began at once.

We have succeed Jn eradicating the scrofulous blood from the system and today we are blessed with a nice, fat baby boy, 18 months old the very Picture of Health, all life and full of mischief thanks to Hood's Sarsaparilla. I am a minister In the Methodist Protestant church, and it affords me much pleasure to recommend Hood's Sarsaparilla to all as a safe, sure remedy. Even my wife, after taking Hood's, became healthy and fleshy and has the bloom of girlhood again." Rev, M. Path, Brookline Station, Missouri. ALL THERE IS TO SAY About Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Is That They Cure Every Form of Stomach Trouble Safely and Permanently.

Mrs. Sarah A. Skeels, an estimable lady residing at Lynnville, Jasper Iowa, was for twenty-five years a sufferer from dyspepsia, and her complete restoration to health is so remarkable that we present the facts in the case for the benefit of our readers, many of whom have doubtless suffered in the same manner and will, therefore, be interested in learning how all stomach troubles may be avoided and cured. Mrs. Skeels says: I used only one package of Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets and I received such great and unexpected benefit that I wish to express my sincere gratitude.

In fact it has been six months since I took the medicine and I have not had one particle of distress or difficulty since. 'And all this in the face of the iact that the best doctors I consulted told me my case was incurable as I had suffered for twenty-five years. I want half a dozen packages to distribute among my friends here who' are very anxious to try this remedy. Truly yours, Mhs. Sarah A.

Skeels. Mrs. I. N. Beard ef Lismore, writes: "I have the greatest faith, in Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets.

I have used different medicines, but found no relief until I got the tablets and now after taking one 50 cent box I feel so much better that I cannot forbear writing you." Mr. W. H. Lockwood, Weedsport, N. writes: "I have just finished one box of Stuart's Dyspepsia tablets and I shall never be without them.

I was troubled with both constipation and dyspepsia. I have three people here now waiting for them." Mr. C. B. George, of Winchester, says: 'J Although I have used only one box of Stuart's Tablets I am satisfied they are the greatest medicine on record for any stomach weakness." Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are pleasant to the taste and, if necessary, can be every hour in the day -without injury, but with positive benefit, At any drug store, 50 cents per package.

Headquar era On both goods and low prices. We have an immense stock of furniture of all grades from the finest to the common and you cannot imagine how low we are selling bedroom and parlor suits until you come and see. We are headquarters. Stein Furniture Muscatine, Iowa. List of Letters Remaining uncalled for in the postofflce at Muscatine, -Iowa, May 7, 1895: GENTS' LIST.

Bowen Fowler Harney John Learner WJ Niekleson VV A Paiver Eyerson Peter. 1 LADIES' LIST. Anderson Miss Daisy Bachelor May Poland Mrs J. Parties calling for- any of the above, letters will Rlease Bay ADVERTISED. To Insure prompt delivery all mail matter should be addressed to street and number or P.

O. box. Mabt I. Van Hobne, P. Mi THOUSANDS OF WOMEN BRADFIELD'S SUFFER UNTOLD miseries.

ACTS AS A SPECIFIC By Arousing to Healthy Action all her Organs. Jt Camel Health to Bloom, and Joy to Kelicn Throughout the Entire Frame. IT NEVER FAILS TO REGULATE. "My wife haa been under treatment ot leading physicians three years, without benefit. After using three bottlea oC BIIADFIKLD'B FKHAI.K REGULATOR alls can do her own cooking, milking and washing." K.

S. BRYAN, Henderson, Ala. BEADFIELD REOCLATOU ATLANTA, Gi'. VF Sold by di uggiota at 11.00 per bottle. Regulator LOCAL LACONICS.

Mutter from To-Pay' Pitihj. Continued from 1st page. Straw hats. liOlil.EK Bl.lVKN. Fresh line of mixed paints, lead and oil at Mcliride Cope's.

Fine tailorraade clothing at the great clothing house of S. it L. Cohn. Mrs. Lou is 3 Stineford left forColum bus Junction last eveningr- If you want a spring' suit we can yOU.

TiOKGEK Buvex. Get vour watches and clocks re paired at The ''Gem" cigar is a seller. County Treasurer Johnson is visiting in Wilton. See the New Champion Binder at llaifleigh's. Mowers, hinders and all kinds of farm machinery at Giesler's, Muscatine.

Frank, the Jeweler, warrants all repairs on clocks and watches. Always call for the "Gem" cigar. John Beninger and Fred Hines have gone to Chicago to enter the employ of the Baker Manufacturing Co. Use the White Rose and Front Bank flour. Ask your grocer for them, and you will get the best.

Miss Clara Grafe has returned to Columbus Junction, after a week's visit with Muscatine friends. See Schmidt of. Muscatine, for the largest line of wall paper in the latest designs. I-- W. D.

Cattell has gone to Des Moines- where he was summoned in response to the news of the dangerous illness of his father. Some special bargains in window shades at Schmidt Bros', 207 East Second street, Muscatine. Colt stakes of Muscatine County fair close June 1. For entryy blanks call on C. S.

Kincaid, secretary. Engineer Bradford has gone to Davenport to take charge of a corps of surveyors on the new C. E. railway. Moonlight Excursion Monday evening, May 13th, on the elegant, steamer J.

W. Young and barge. Dancing free. Music by Eichoff bandj Tickets 25 cents. All-wool suits at the following prices: $4, $5, 86, and $10, at S.

L. Cohn's. Joseph Maurath has gone to Chicago to enter the employ of the Baker Mfg. Co. as a boiler maker, the wages of 84 per day tempting him to leave Musca- blllC KJ VV 0 liUbCU llLlUUi -a- wl the Park Place ball club, which organization will greatly miss him.

People from a distance It pays to ome to Muscatine and trade with the best cldthing house in Iowa. S. L. Cohn. Smoke Gremmel's "Gem." -The genial night ticket agent- at the depot sat in -his comfortable chair "pawning last evening, when during a work and he had to await the hastily summoned doctor's coming with his mouth stretched wide open from ear to fear.

The dislocation was soon set, however, and he is again as other mortals. The large display cigar case which adorned the Webster house office several years, has been transferred to the Commercial hotel. About forty of the high school pupils board the Western for Bayfield, from whence they will botanize through the surrounding bluffs, and the First ward scholars who wprp. an ticipating such a glorious time over in Illinois last Friday, will take their long anticipated trip to-day. Farmers, bring us your produce and buy the best groceries at lowest prices.

J. B. Mark. It is said that the committee on Sabbath observance will now try to secure an injunction against the Musca tine Improvement restraining them from permitting base ball to be played on their grounds on Sunday. Matilda Enham, Columbia, says "That Feeling and dizzy, faint, gasping attacks left me as soon as I to take Lydia E.

PinkharrCs Vegetable Compound. I was sick 'with womb trouhlp olong I thought I never could get well." Bargain THE Boston Store Will offer some splendid bargains all this week; We everybody to come in and get acquainted with us. You will never regret it, for we will do you good. Our store is the Bargain Store of Muscatine. You will only know this to be so by investigating.

You are welcome at the Boston. Table Linen. We offer three splendidbargains in Bleached Table Damask, saW finish, 00-inch to 66-inch wjde, with napkins to match at 69c, and 99c. You never saw so good vayie in table linen before. btep and look it at.

Silk Skirts; $1.98. We are selling Ladies' Black and Colored Silk Skirts, wide and' all silk and linen. These retail in the largest cities at $3, until all are sold at $1.98. The Kosmo Corset We sell the new kosmo Corset and are the selling agents in Muscatine, We invite the ladies to look at this corset. We ask you to try it.

If at the end of three weeks you are not perfectly satisfied, we cheerfully give you your money back. In black and white, price $1.50 Silk Mitts, 25c. 50 dozen ladies full fashioned, pure silk Mitts, kid puluLs and French thumb; a regular 40c mitt. Our price till all are sold at 25c. Other mitts at 10c, 13c, 18c, 35c up '-to the new 50c double-palm and double-thumb mitt.

We show a complete line of opera colored silk mitts in three lengths, and at our low prices 50c, 75c and $1.00.. It's worth your while to call on us. Misses' elbow silk mitts in all colors; also opera shades at 25 cents. Ladies' Wrappers We show a complete line of Ladies Hot-Weather Wrappers, well made and 'all good material, at 69c, 75c, 87c, 95c, 99c, $1.28, $1.39 and $1.49, in calico and percale. Light and dark colors.

Also Indigo blue, red oil calico, etc. You can take and try them If after you are not satisfied, come back and get your money. Satisf actiou guaranteed or your money back' with every purchase. Merit wins trade for the new store. Boston Store 1 Bennison Bros.

Week! lates during the winter, or to ovcrcomo Tha nothing equals and Iowa Avenue would require the ex cavation of about 550 cubic yards of earth at a cost of probably $S0 or $90. On. motion the committee to whom was referred the matter of the grade on Iowa Avenue was granted permission to submit their report to the committee of the whole. An ordinance establishing the grade of Cedar street was presented, read and passed on its reading. It also passed on its second reading by the reading of its title.

By permission John W. Rice made a statement to the effect that property owners and the county had contributed between $400 and $500 in labor and material towards putting Cedar street extension in passable condition. The street being entirely within the city limits he asked that the council in view of the liberal and gratuitous assistance given, aid in finishing the work and expend the balance of the $100 appropriation made, by the last council and only about one-half of which has been expended so far. On motion the matter was referred to the committee of the whole. By permission Rev.

J. Fath made a statement requesting the council to re move the hydrant in front of the Ger man Congregational church and place it nearer the curb, also that a light be placed at the church corner and that a gutter be placed across the street near the church. The street commissioner reported having made the gutter yesterday and on motion the matter of replacing the hydrant was referred to the committee of the whole. By permission Molis addressed the. council relative to the placing of one more hydrant at the corner of Eighth and Oak streets and three blocks of water mains, on Walnut from Third to Fourth, on Fourth from Iowa avenue to Chestnut and on Chestnut from Fifth to Sixth, where he deemed them necessary.

It was moved that the hydrant and three blocks of water mains be ordered put in. Motion lost. On motion the Water i Works com pany was ordered to lay the three blocks of mains without any additional hydrant. It was moved and carried that the city engineer be empowered to have sewer connections made with the Weaver, Graham, Patrick, Weir, Watson and Freeman properties. On motion the council adjourned to meet as a committee of the whole.

The proceedings of the committee are as follows: On motion the city attorney and en gineer were appointed a committee to draft an ordinance creating the office of plumbing and sewer inspector. The committee appointed to ascer tain upon what basis a settlement could be made with the residents of Iowa avenue for changing the grade of Iowa avenue recommended that property owners be allowed damages as follows: J. S. Patten, $100; Frank Jackson, $100; E. P.

Day, $100; R. Reuling, $25. On motion the recommendations were adopted. On motion it was decided to bring the alley in" block 78 to grade. The petition of John Underwood and others for a hydrant on West' Second street was not granted.

The petition of residents of North Mulberry street for an extension pf the water mains was not Th.e petition, of Parvin in regard to a gas pipe connection broken by the Rockford Construction company have the same repaired and have the cost charged to the Rockford Construction company. The council having reconvened the report of the action of the committee of the whole was adopted. On motion the council adjourned to Thursday evening, May 16th. Dr. Price's Cream Baking Powder Awarded Gold Medal Midwinter Fair, San Francisco.

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