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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1902
Page
3
Notice invites readers to visit The Chicago Inter Ocean building at 106 108 110 East Monroe Street for a tour of its facilities and exhibits of modern newspaper technology and scientific improvements.
Advocates for Sunday saloon openings fail to garner support as Jerome and Newcomb bills falter at the Albany hearing. Dr Dunn and religious temperance groups withdraw after no advocates appear to defend the measures. Federation opposition cited as a key factor, defenders of the Sabbath hailed as successful.
Judge Thayer of Clinton writes in the Clinton Age that railroads and other corporations should be allowed to merge in Iowa if desired. He criticizes opponents who fear public losses and argues the guardian role has a single ridiculous side. He was the party’s U S Senate candidate nominee last January.
The king notified London mayors on March 18 that £20,909 has been set aside to entertain about 599,000 people at a coronation week dinner. He urged arrangements to feed the large number in celebration of his coronation.
Government worries as 1,009 vonne neonie leave Greece in recent weeks seeking fortunes in the United States. Press urges prompt measures to curb the exodus and protect national interests.
A wave of destruction from Sunday's storm injured six churches in various regions and killed several worshippers, including a preacher. A Cincinnati matinee theater fire forced a panic as spectators narrowly escaped. The moral reflection cites a Biblical parable on repentance rather than judgment.
The Missouri Supreme Court holds that contesting elections does not include opening ballot boxes. The St. Louis Globe-Democrat fears disfranchisement and guarded fraud are last resorts of a worn party amid democratic outcry over suffrage conditions.
An income tax in lieu of taxes on personal property is among reform proposals submitted to Minnesotans as a constitutional amendment. The move reflects a broader trend away from taxing stocks and bonds the same as real estate.
James H. Fairchild, longtime Oberlin College figure, died March 19 after 68 years of association and 33 years as president. His tenure likely surpassed any other college official in U.S. history.
A Journal column provides space for signed communications with free use by writers. The paper states it neither approves nor disapproves of the expressed sentiments and acts only as a medium for reader expression.
In Foster Alabama on April 2 1902 a remonstrance letter from the Remonstrance Committee questions proposed boycott of the Museca line and criticizes tolls at the bridge and the feed yard. The letter argues tolls are unfair and warns of economic impact on local farmers and stores while noting potential resistance if concerns are not addressed.
A Washington Post feature traces the life of Speaker David B. Henderson of Iowa from humble prairie origins to the peak of power. It recalls his Civil War service, rise through politics, and a career marked by strategic coalition building and public service in the White House era.
Illinois Central announces a plan to plant over 200 000 catalpa trees along its entire 900 mile route from Chicago to New Orleans within five to six years. The massive forest will provide future lumber for railroad ties and will be planted at stations rights of way warehouses and other suitable spots. A private firm has the contract and agents are surveying locations amid timber shortages affecting tie supply.
A highly praised comedy drama titled Maloney's Wedding Day stars James L. McCabe as Maloney at the Grand Monday April 7. Described as clean crisp fresh jolly entertainment, it offers infectious humor and broad appeal for all ages.
Two Chicago employees of a mail-order house stole 1,000,000 postage stamps from the postoffice last week. They paid cashier William R. Dawes $25,000, the largest single order ever entered at the postoffice, including 500,000 four-cent stamps in one package and 500,000 one-cent stamps in the other.
Advertises low fares to California and Pacific coast points from Montana and Utah with daily through tourist sleepers via El Paso. Sale period March 1 to April 30, 1902. Inquiries at C. R. L & P ticket office. G. M. Gould, Agent.
The Muscatine City Council announces layout of Sub-Sewerage District No 2 in Main Sewerage District No 2. A plat, schedule, and cost estimate of 2402.80 dollars are filed for review, detailing a 24 inch combined storm, water and sanitary sewer along Hershey Avenue with three manholes and receiving basins. Public objections due by 7:30 p.m. April 10, 1902.
Ireland continues to lose population through emigration while four-fifths of emigrants settle in the United States. The observation notes a strong Irish blood presence abroad, suggesting the diaspora far exceeds the homeland's native population.
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