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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1908
Page
3
Representatives are listed for New York and Chicago offices. New York address is 45 W. 5th St, Mono lith Bidg with La Cosier and Maxwell in charge. Chicago office at 750 Marquette Building is Payne and Yourg in charge.
Terms to Subscribers list the Daily Journal with evening issues except Sunday, the Semi-Weekly Journal on Tuesdays and Fridays, and delivery details. It lists city carrier delivery, weekly 10 cents, and mail rates of 3.00 per year for daily, 1.50 for semi weekly, noting reduced rates for subscriptions.
The Journal has established agencies for readers convenience in East Hill at Hurlbut Grocery on East 2nd Street South Muscatine at W F Miksch's Grocery Oregon street W C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville at Chaykas Grocery West Hill J H Fuller Grocery Telephones Bell for business and editorial offices.
Sworn detailed circulation statement shows totals for March 1908. Provides daily and Sunday circulation figures, with sums and breakdowns reaching a total of 152,740 across listed days and editions.
F D Throop publisher swears the above number of copies of the Muscatine Journal were printed and circulated in March 1908. Notary F L Bihlmeter attests to the oath on April 3 1908 with seal.
The piece argues that progress comes from personal effort and not favors or nepotism. It contends true leadership cannot be bought or inherited and that real opportunity exists today through work and merit, challenging nostalgia for the “good old days.”
The piece argues true progress comes from personal energy and judgment, not vague influence. It cites railway leaders as examples of self-made opportunity, warns against reliance on luck or hookups, and notes such pulls often fail when circumstances shift, leaving individuals unable to adapt.
John Foehler, a local figure in Dubuque, after five days in jail for drunkenness, attempted suicide by cutting his throat with a tin pie plate. He lost a great deal of blood and recovery seems unlikely.
The Sioux City Journal questions its next steps after the primary and pushes readers to subscribe now for ongoing coverage.
In Dubuque, Jack Dalton of the Mason Democrat denounces George F. Rinehart as a sacrilegious scoundrel and an unchained cur finishing the debate on Rinehart's Bryan tribute. Dalton and Rinehart lead a united Iowa Democratic organization.
In a Missouri print shop a skeptical dry goods man asked if advertising pays. The editor replied it does, pointing to Sands the grocer who advertised for a boy and the next day his wife gave birth to twins, both boys.
Davenport based Dr DeArmand plans a primary challenge to a Clinton Democrat for Congress. The self described scrapper hints at a hard fought race driven by personal ambition and shifting influences that may emerge later.
Morning Sun News-Herald notes a 19 cent per capita drop in money in circulation in March, reducing the average to $35.35 for 87,140,000 inhabitants. The piece questions who holds the readers’ share and implications for local readers.
Washington dispatch reports many congressmen face uncertainty after the election with potential consequences looming for several incumbents and their political standing.
Burlington Gazette notes Senator Dol liver will weigh in on the Iowa senatorial contest. Jonathan P. and Albert B. campaign concurrently, highlighting how English will be tested in public speaking and arguments.
The agricultural department aims to fix yearly costs for keeping a hen. To determine the exact amount, the man next door with flower beds and a garden patch should be summoned as a witness.
The article suggests Russia and Japan may each take a portion of Manchuria leaving China with a stripped core. The hypothetical division implies a reduced Chinese stake in the region and frames nearby powers as pursuing territorial gains.
Prof. C. W. Cruikshank, longtime Fort Madison city schools superintendent, was elected Mt. Pleasant school superintendent to fill the vacancy created by Frances resignation. The appointment takes effect at the end of this school year.
The mayor and council in Council Bluffs consider higher licenses for saloons to recoup losses from gambling house closures that previously paid $12,000 annually to the city treasury. Advocates and opponents present split views.
Three Mason City druggists Theodore Bohn George Tiss and C W Cragg were fined 200 each for illegal selling of intoxicants. Of seven indicted by the grand jury G H Lambert stands trial while the others have not decided their pleas.
Charles Gates, a Hamp ton trapper, earned about 300 dollars for the season ending. He disposed of 31 mink 90 skunks 18 weasels 500 muskrats and other fur bearing animals at favorable prices.
It is believed the new court house at Leon will be completed around June 1. Great preparations are underway for dedication exercises set for July 4. The building is described as one of the finest in the state.
The annual meeting of the Woman's Foreign Missionary society of the M. E. church Marshalltown district will be held in Iowa Falls on Tuesday and Wednesday April 28 29.
A body of an unknown man was discovered on the Northwestern right of way near Boone. Investigators seek to determine if the man fell between cars during the night, causing fatal injuries.
The secretary of state issued thirty two automobile licenses on Wednesday. Iowa now lists 5 236 registered autos representing an investment of at least seven million dollars.
The Gifford project has awakened and moved forward after a long pause. Officials report $10,000 spent in improvements over the past year to restart progress and enhance the site and surrounding facilities.
Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store promotes Dr King's New Life Pills claiming painless relief from liver inaction and bowel stoppage. The advert notes a 25 cent price and targets readers seeking a quick health remedy.
Downey reports residents at West Branch West Liberty and Iowa City with several visits. A high school ball game Downey versus Springdale ended 4 to 5 for Springdale. Crescent Lyceum closed for spring in bank hall with a good program.
Fifty years ago on a Sunday in Muscatine plans unfold from machinery repairs at Rockafellow and Zeigler to bridge masonry bids of 3500 pounds. A West Liberty teachers’ institute gathers about twenty five Muscatine county educators with R H McCampbell presiding. J Colett of Mississippi Valley Telegraph visits to push line location, promising service within six weeks. M C A contributes 25 to local Y M C A as William Huffman seeks a hog cholera patent promising prosperity for Porcine industry. Continuous efforts to secure river telegraph lines and rail connections dominate civic notes.
P M Musser plans a front porch extension toward the bay window on the west side of his residence. Hon Hiram Price, a regular Davenport Y contributor, is mentioned in relation to the notice.
A brief note announces The Iron Lord a 1907 novel by S R Crockett with copyright held by the author.
In a continued chapter a young master tells of marrying against prudence. Abraham Fyfe fears exposure as the wedding proceeds in an English Episcopal kirk with secrecy. The match falters as the wife’s mind fails and ruin shadowed the union, while Jacob Romer and Jacob Gorm face a grim outcome.
Ad affirms nerve strength as cause of illness and promotes Dr Miles Nervine as remedy. Testimonial from John James of Riverton Nebraska cites recovery after being told he would die. Medicine marketed by Miles Medical Co. of Elkhart Indiana with doctor endorsement and pharmacist price offer.
Street Commissioner Schneider advances macadam work where needed. A. J. Brockaway of Cone reports five cattle drowned in Cedar bottoms floods while swimming to shore. Patrick Barry to wed in Waterloo. ceremony postponed and congratulations flow from friends.
Mrs Louis W Donnalley of Rochester announces her husband has been appointed traffic manager of the newly organized International Paper Company in New York with capital of 45 million dollars. The couple will move to New York City on May first. Howard McGowan, formerly of West Liberty, reports from a sheep camp in Chillkoot Pass Alaska where he aided in recovering avalanche victims on April 3.
Vida learns from Abraham Fyfe about Jacob Romer the master of vast wealth and his brutal temper. The old gardener recalls a cruel marriage and a child’s death, judging Romer as unfit for wife or family while affirming a stubborn loyalty to the clan and a harsh, practical faith.
In a rustic dialogue, Vida vents hatred toward Jacob Romer and James Kahn while an elderly Cameronian preacher urges patience and restraint. The uncle’s harsh treatment of Vida’s father shapes perceptions, and the priest counsels to leave vengeance to God as Vida struggles with anger and loyalty.
West Liberty reports Rev. Joe R. Hanley posted red framed signs on the M E church fence declaring merry widow hats and similar headgear barred by statute. Chet Stevens seized the pile of confiscated hats by Sunday noon and sat atop the collection before dinner.
The Keosauqua Republican notes many churches enforce a rule against Merry Widow hats in worship. It questions who could fault such enforcement and asks readers to approve of the practice, as women with regard for others in pews drop their hats during sermons.
Local Columbus crafts a new headgear fad called the Merry Widower style. Invented here the rimless lids resemble a two-quart milk crack and are pitched as essential for bachelors and widowers. Demand is seen as likely to mirror the Merry Widow craze.
The Civic Improvement Committee of the Federation of Women's Clubs of Grand Rapids appeals to Washburn Crosby Co. to remove GOLD MEDAL FLOUR painted signs from walls. The company promptly agrees and says there is no intent to hinder city beautification efforts.
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