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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1908
Page
3
L. P. Loomis is the managing editor and the paper proclaims itself the official organ of City and County with circulation surpassing all Muscatine competitors. It lists New York and Chicago offices with responsible representatives in charge.
The Journal catalogs city agencies for reader convenience listing East Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2nd Street South Muscatine W F Miksch's Grocery Oregon Street W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey Avenue Keckleville Chayka's Grocery West Hill J H Fuller Grocery Telephones Business office Bell Editorial office Bell 30 Mississippi Valley Lee.
Sworn statement by publisher Asa I F D Throop listing monthly circulation totals with several figures and a notarized oath. Notary F L Bihlmeiler attests on April 3, 1908. Includes cop y counts around 5,825 to 5,980 and an average figure.
The Register and Leader editorial questions whether Iowa reforms were worth while and if leadership under Allison rather than Cummins would have achieved them. It argues reforms arose from broad public demand, not a single leader, reflecting a changed public sentiment.
The piece discusses reform measures facing Iowa leaders, arguing any governor would struggle against the reforms. It cites Theodore Roosevelt praising Senator Allison and critiques Sioux City Journal and Des Moines Register perspectives. It notes ten years of shifts in Iowa politics, warning that ring rule still influences nominations and criticizes backroom control by railroad lawyers.
The Marion Register questions paying $250 000 to name party tickets as the cost of the primary. It doubts a local paper will support the change and challenges advocates to prove its value. The Journal has never been a strong advocate but notes the law is untried and untested.
The Milwaukee mayor Sherrie Becker plans a gubernatorial bid using a balloon to reach Wisconsin voters. He aims to speak from the basket above crowds and expects large rural crowds drawn by the balloon. He has trained with ascents in captive balloons and believes the aerial tour will be effective and less costly than a ground campaign.
The author argues the Iowa primary law is worth the cost if it truly represents voter will and broad civic engagement. It notes politics is essential to governance, railroads influence, and that citizen wakefulness is needed beyond election day. a genuine reform could empower electors and mobilize the whole citizenry.
The Williamsburg Journal Tribune notes that if William Taft endures his current ordeal life insurance firms may trust him as a policy holder. It mocks the public’s treatment of the political visitor, calling civic events in Chicago ferocious and implying endless talks and receptions as the expected entertainment.
The Congregationalists of Muscatine dedicated a handsome new church last Sunday and Waterloo followed with a similar celebration. The Muscatine edifice is described as substantial and attractive in architecture. Both churches are praised as worthy landmarks likely to foster much good work in their cities.
Hon. Fred White states he will not seek the governorship as a Democrat. He emphasizes love for Iowa and the party but says the political burdens and lack of financial return deter participation.
The Cherry sisters perform engaging theatrical stunts for Des Moines audiences. City government inaugurates its new plan with Lafe Young confirming the capital city enjoys a delightful spring.
The Goulds have agreed to Anna's marriage to Prince Helie de Sagan. Anna agreed long ago. Report states Count Boni was a cherub beside Helie, and Anna faces a Helie of a time due to the wedding.
The Muscatine Journal pledges support for Alli son and will stand by the party choice as indicated by June primary returns, signaling readiness to campaign alongside the chosen candidate.
Davenport Times notes a proverb about fishermen and commerce. It argues merchants who avoid advertising are adrift while proactive, live advertisers push against the downstream current to sustain business. The piece frames ads as a lifeline for market success.
Waterloo Courier notes Kansas blocked populists from the primary ballot while lamenting the death of Jerry Simpson who died before he could confront the resulting grief.
A. W. Morgan promotes Foley's Urino Laxative as the best choice for women and children due to its mild action and pleasant taste. It is preferred over harsher purgatives like pills and tablets and is claimed to cure constipation.
A compact retrospective from Muscatine recounts past anniversaries and events. It mentions the Ferry Boat Northern Illinois arriving from St Louis led by R T Wallace, a Turner society Easter ball planned for April 13 1868, and deaths and marriages. It also notes lectures by G W Van Horne, promotions on the Muscatine Western, a May 1888 African M E church wedding, a newborn at the Ogilvie family, and travelers to Cedar Rapids for G A R W R C gatherings.
In this installment Rupert Haverford confronts unrequited affection as Katherine declines his offer. Mrs Brenton notes a possible shift toward marriage with an American, while Katherine, Betty, and Agnes reflect on future lives and the pull of family ties amid social expectations.
Ten years ago Rev. Kiein united Herman Pantel and Lena Blass at Huttig home as they begin housekeeping in South Muscatine with good wishes from friends. Otto F. Kindler intends US citizenship renouncing German allegiance. A marriage license was issued to J. A. Schnur and Ida M. McDaniel.
Mrs Cuthbert Baynhurst arrives with sable stole and festive mood to share Christmas with Agnes Brenton and Camilla. She hints at not wanting to impose yet asks to wire Rupert about hoped for Christmas plans, adding tension to the holiday gathering.
Society cards list regular meetings for Mason ic Iowa Lodge No % A F and A M first Tuesday evenings weekly. A W Scott W M 8 S L Johnson Secretary. Washington Chapter No 4 RBAM stated convocation second Friday monthly. A E Othmer M E H P S L Johnson Secretary. Webb Council Royal and Select Masters stated assembly third Thursday in Stein's music hall. G D Lezotte T LM L Johnson Recorder. JE MOLAY Commandery No 1 KT regular conclave id Wednesday each month. G L D Lesotte B W H Graff Recorder.
Musquiti ne Tribe No 95 meets Thursdays at 8 p m in K O T M bail Visiting chiefs invited to attend. Jake Whistier Saschem Lester Smith C of B Fraternal Aid Association Bloomington Council No 175 F and A meets Fridays at their ball over H F Bodman s Grocery Store corner Second and Chestnut streets All members in good standing invited to meet with us Q S Howard Pres ER P Day Secretary
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