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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1902
Page
3
Notice invites readers to visit The Chicago Inter Ocean offices at 106 108 110 East Monroe Street for a tour of the magnificent building and the newspaper's mechanical and scientific improvements. The invitation promises courtesy to visitors interested in viewing the facilities and innovations.
The article argues General Miles opposes the army reform bill in Senate testimony but actually supports it by highlighting the need to replace the current staff and bureau system. It criticizes Miles for being out of touch, notes his past objections were often ignored, and praises Secretary Root's staff-based reform as addressing divided responsibilities and ineffective wartime structure.
A joint note from Russia and France pledges sympathy with the Anglo-Japanese treaty aims and a return to the status quo in China. Yet Russia keeps 100,000 troops in Manchuria, disarms police, and builds fortifications, signaling a long stay despite assurances to withdraw. The piece critiques the treaty’s real implications.
The article notes Mr. Carnegie funded 238 libraries by 1901 and through the latest year, spending 26.367 million dollars overall. United States gifts total 43 sites costing 852,500 dollars with Iowa receiving nine and Indiana seven. Canada adds four libraries at 90 thousand dollars.
A columnist cautions about chronic worriers, describing a fretful woman who magnifies annoyances and deems life a burden. The piece urges readers to recognize the habit and join the Don’t Worry club to regain balance and calm.
A Muscatine veteran recalls the April 1862 Clash at Shiloh Tennessee where General Albert Sidney Johnson led Beauregard toward Grant. The Union army, surprised but victorious, suffered nearly 4000 casualties and Johnson fell in the fight as Iowa contributed eleven infantry regiments.
A Senate subcommittee bill dubbed the Allison plan proposes a Manila mint to coin a new silver dollar of 416 grains nine tenths fine. It would circulate in the Philippines China and the Far East, with deposits and silver certificates, and a 50 20 and 10 cent coinage. The measure aims to supplant the Mexican dollar and opens a vast trade and political field in Asia.
An oil field observer recalls the moment a Beaumont Texas gusher begins in October. Drill crews remove tools and hear a growing roar as the first burst of oil erupts at 19:25. The narrative captures the tension and specifics of a famous early gusher.
The text outlines Andrew Carnegie's view that money making rests on five keys push squareness clarity of mind economy and strict limits on work. It warns against overworking recommending ten hours daily as a sensible maximum and cautions against greed favoring sure small profits over risky large gains.
A journal column states it grants writers free use of the page to express ideas without endorsing or opposing them. The piece clarifies the paper acts as a medium for opinion rather than a judge of the sentiments published.
The Journal criticizes Dr. Weed for donating a park valued at over 59000 to Muscatine while lamenting the city’s failure to provide access. It denounces officials and leading citizens for blocking transportation to the park and allowing streets to stagnate, hindering public enjoyment of the gift.
Oakland Iowa reports wintry spell and Easter gatherings. Families visit Lone Tree and Columbus Junction, with egg hunts, dances, and social visits. A shed fire caused by local youths and cow loss near Shoo Fly are noted amid illness and travel.
Downey Iowa residents record arrivals departures and social visits. Fred Meardon shipped stock here last week while Mrs Jno Borick visited Wilton. Jacob Baker and wife visited friends in West Liberty. Local residents attend Easter services and enjoy neighborhood events.
The Muscatine City Council announces the layout of Sub-Sewerage District No 2 of Main Sewerage District No 2. A 24 inch combined storm water and sanitary sewer, plus manholes and basins, is planned with estimated cost $2402.80 and 40 percent to be assessed to adjacent properties, 60 percent to the city. Objections must be filed by April 10, 1902.
Mrs Edna Smalley of West Liberty joined callers Milton Lewis and I Compton in town Monday. Easter services at the Baptist church Sunday morning featured Rev J F Baker on the Resurrection of Christ with fine sermons, anthems, and music by the choir. The young people’s service led by Miss Larilda Applegate and the morning Sunday school also drew praise.
Mrs. Mary Haller of Mt. Crawford Virginia credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with saving her son's life. After a neighbor brought the bottle and three doses were given, the boy regained consciousness and recovered within 24 hours. The product is sold by all druggists.
London records show municipal expenditure exceeding 1,000,000 pounds each year for funeral services. Officials say the figure covers burial and cremation costs, maintenance, and related fees across city facilities.
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