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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1905
Page
11
The page lists W. L. Lane as publisher and Fr. D. Throop as managing editor and notes membership in the Lee Syndicate of Iowa Evening Newspapers.
Terms listed for daily city delivery by carrier and weekly ten cents, daily by mail three dollars per year, semi weekly by mail one dollar fifty.
Editorial and business operations at Bell in the Mississippi Valley appear divided. Opened discussions signal shifts in management, logistics, and regional coverage as staff await potential reorganization.
The Journal lists convenient city agencies including East Hill Clay Kneese Grocery on East 2nd Street South Muscatine Morse Washburns Grocery End of Street Car Track W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey Avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's Grocery.
I W Lane publisher of the Muscatine Journal do solemnly swear that the above number of copies of said paper were printed and circulated during the month of June, 1905. The statement lists totals and averages for various circulation figures totaling 137,930 with an average of 6,305.
Local business leaders organize a large excursion to Muscatine for the Dain Manufacturing company outing from Ottumwa. About 1,000 to 1,500 visitors are expected August 12, traveling on the Rock Island line with hopes of a festive, well hosted welcome and positive impression of the city.
Readers demand action as editors and reformers including Tom Lawson of Boston and Ida Tarbell publish critical histories of John D. Rockefeller. The piece argues for arrest amid ongoing public dispute over Rockefeller’s wealth and business practices.
The piece argues public attacks on John D. Rockefeller persist though he is not a saint, noting sister Tarbell and figures like Bryan and La Follette push criticism. It says Rockefeller, head of a major corporation, faces persistent, sensational exposure yet condemns broad media campaigns that harm public perception without changing business methods.
Across the Mississippi in this region several races intensity in the upper house fight between former Governor Yates and Senator Cullom. In the fourteenth district six counties seed candidates for Marsh’s seat with Chandler leading, McKinney, Rankin and others in strong contention. Conventions set for August 24 at Bushnell Illinois amid factions and party battles.
The report notes thousands suffer loss of appetite with stomachs described as having “gone back on them” yet calls for a fair trial of the famous. The passage frames a public health concern amid ongoing discourse.
An old advertisement claims Hostetter's Stomach Bitters has restored vigor for over 50 years by curing indigestion dyspepsia constipation biliousness poor appetite cramps and diarrhea. It urges readers to try it today and see the results.
Medical bulletin notes that diarrhoea and related diseases in severe cases can be promptly cured through prompt treatment, hydration, and appropriate medical care, with emphasis on early intervention to prevent complications.
An old time remedy advert promises lasting relief with Wakefield's Blackberry Balsam, claiming 59 years as the leading remedy and noting it is sold by all druggists.
The text notes that Henderson county will have little chance to nominate the district but holds power to influence the candidate selection. C. V. Chandler and Jas. McKinney appear best positioned due to ties to Sherman, though unexpected events could occur before August 24.
J. M. Butler, a well known traveling man, returned from a three week trip through northwestern Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota. He says prospects for a monstrous crop are brighter than ever, with no rain since July 2 and haying finished in pleasant weather, leading to well stored hay and good news.
The excerpt notes President Roosevelt studying peace conference precedents and hints at balancing approaches to Komura and Witte, warning that missteps could derail the talks. It portrays a cautious, provisional view of diplomatic strategy.
The city downtown shows bright banners and date lines advertising upcoming circuses, reflecting the area’s popularity as every show vies to visit.
The Columbus Junction event begins tomorrow with high expectations. Locals describe the town as energetic and determined to succeed in every undertaking.
The Muscatine White Sox gain local renown as the fast little baseball team from Muscatine with a steady display of strong play across the region.
Officers close in on Brother Hoch as they push to convict him of a murder or another. He must halt his flight to avoid conviction in a case tied to local tension.
A plan proposes relocating the old band stand from the court square to Weed park. The move aims to enhance the park’s appeal as a valued community feature.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican laments how simple crude swindle schemes can extract money, noting the ease with which targets are fooled and money handed over.
The Dubuque Telegraph argues that the press must uphold honesty in public service. It asserts if the press fails its duty, the public would suffer, as evidence becomes a matter for the verdict of public opinion.
The Boone Republican insists the proposition is binary with no middle ground. He states either the tariff should be revised or it should not, with no third option.
The Webster City Freeman-Tribune calls for the next Republican state convention to nominate a governor who will fight for the people against corporations. It declares there is no middle ground and names Larrabee Blythe Lane and Rathbun as favored candidates.
The Marion Register quotes the Republican Party declaring unwavering resolve. It praises steadiness in speech and action, insisting the party will never retreat or compromise.
The Cedar Falls Record notes a man grieving his drowned son as a friend laments the mystery of such misfortune while recalling Iowa's 20 mile per hour speed limit law.
The Clinton Herald notes the Dubuque Telegraph promotes Republican picks for governor and questions if the paper seeks entry into the party. The Mason City Times-Herald ponders whether Cummins should stay on for another term if compromise exists beyond personal ambitions.
The Dubuque Telegraph says Shaw erred in arranging lemonade for visitors during a Dubuque trip while the Mason City Globe Gazette argues it would take strong proof to claim Shaw erred or to assert anyone errs in refusing to drink to seem a good fellow.
Lindsay Denison in Collier’s August 5 notes Mr. Lawson’s central west tour. The Ottawa Chautauqua listened but did not buy. Audiences welcomed finance talk and patriotic rhetoric yet offered no broad action, amid Kansas court rejection of the State Refineries bill and stockholding steadiness.
George W. Alger critiques a decade of reformist magazines exposing political rottenness, bribery, stock frauds, monopolies, and social inequities. He contrasts sensational tales with constructive writing, noting a drift toward lurid accounts like Titus Oates while constructive works lag.
In chapters four and five, Warburton jokes with John and the women about travel and a ball while checking horses, stables, and a hunting plan. Robert resists dances but joins the group for a late night conference, and old friends recall schoolboy pranks as tension and humor mingle before a cliffhanger ending.
Davenport Times reports Peary sails for the north on his seventh dash toward the pole. The expedition plans a winter camp and spring start with 25 Esquimaux guides, each with a sled carrying 500 pounds, to push across ice fields toward the pole.
The polar expedition now relies on private subscriptions to cover costs. Backers include local donors and supporters who contributed through community drives. The project hopes to secure sufficient funds to advance its Arctic voyage plans.
Joe Bowman and family visited his parents in South Cedar Iowa. Emma Gatton of Moscow and Etta Bister stayed with the Williams family. Joe Boyne of Buxton visited relatives here. Mrs. H H Rockafellow and daughter Clara called on relatives at Springdale. H Baker and wife traveled to Muscatine to visit his mother. H W Rockafellow and wife from Pleasant View spent Sunday with relatives.
Rates published for homeseekers via the Iowa Central Railway to states including Nebraska Kansas Missouri Arkansas Oklahoma Indian Territory Texas New Mexico Colorado and more. Trains on flat and third Tuesdays monthly with stop-overs allowed and tickets valid 21 days. For rates and times contact agents or A B Cutts G P and T A Minneapolis MN.
K L G Pfarl City Lodge No 43 holds regular meetings on the first and third Thursday evenings each month at Fisch Hall East Second Street. J W Richards is president and Louise Maisenbach is secretary.
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