Journal Agencies Established Around the City for Convenience
The Journal lists agencies including East Hill Hurlbut Grocery on East 2nd Street Booth Muscatine Toborg Bros groc ery Oregon Street W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey Avenue Keexlerville Chayka's Grocery West Hill J H H Fuller Grocery and Wm Van Zr Grocery New York Office 30 34 West 83rd Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
East Hill
Hurlbut
East 2Nd Street
Booth Muscatine
Toborg Bros
Oregon Street
W. C. A. Busch’s Drug
Hershey Avenue
Keexlerville
Chayka’s
West Hill
J. HH. Fuller Grocery
Wm. van Zr
New York
West 83Rd Street
Telephone Business Office Editorial Note
A fragmented telephony item from a Bell editorial desk mentions Mississipp Valley and bell operations. The readable parts suggest a note about telephone business or office matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telephones
Bell
Circulation figures for Muscatine JournalJuly figures show 6815
The page provides a sworn circulation statement for the Muscatine Journal for July, listing several figures such as 6,900 and 6,815 in various categories. The text includes likely counts by edition or region and mentions a total distribution figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Journal
Muscatine Journal circulation for July 1909 sworn
I F D Throop publisher of the Muscatine Journal swears that the above number of copies were printed and circulated during July 1909 in Muscatine County Iowa. Subscribed and sworn before me on August 2 1909 by Arthur Hoffman Notary Public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. D. Throop
Muscatine Journal
Muscatine Co
State of Iowa
Arthur Hoffman
Prophet Leslie Shaw Warns of Rising Populism in America
The piece portrays Leslie M. Shaw criticizing the surge of popular power in the United States. It suggests the ex-governor distrusts the people and fears too direct influence over lawmakers, lamenting the loss of old-fashioned governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie M. Shaw
America
Iowa
United States
Critics Debate Populist Reforms and Lincoln’s Vision
A newspaper column weighs Mr. Shaw’s critique of direct democracy and populist reforms. It contrasts his fears of a degraded republic with defenses of citizen empowerment and warns that abandoning established principles could worsen evils while urging vigilance against anti-democratic tendencies.
Five business men could have shaped Cedar Rapids politics
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues that five business leaders could have steered city affairs, suggesting influence behind local policy and elections. The fragment hints at a political dynamic involving prominent figures though specifics are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Cedar Rapids
River at low stage halts large boats on Missouri
Fifty years ago the river runs so shallow that big boats tie up in four feet of water in the lower rapids. Capt Crapster returns from a Missouri voyage to Fort Union where he sold the Chippewa for 14000 to the American Fur Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crapster
Missouri River
Fort Union
American Fur Company
Independent band gives grand Kranz garden concert
Fortnightly notes report a grand concert by the Independent band at Kranz's garden last evening. A Lucas street house was struck by lightning and burned, owned by G. A. Brown. Steamer Tom Jasper passengers were robbed. one man lost 195 dollars and a valuable watch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kranz’s Garden
Lucas
G. A. Brown
Tom Jasper
Congress Moves Dingley Law Revisions in Five Hours
A remark highlights rapid changes to the Dingley tariff law completed in five hours by Congress, contrasting with three months of congressional upheaval and calling Congress a national incubus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houses
Congress
Senator Dolliver Loses Standpat Support in Iowa
The Burlington Hawkeye reports Dolliver has lost standpatters but not yet won progressives. The Dubuque Times Journal says he needs the confidence of fellow Iowa Republicans regardless of faction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Hawkeye
Dolliver
Dubuque Times-Journal
Iowa
Primary tensions loom for Dolliver supporters in Ida Grove
The Ida Grove Record Era notes rising friction among standpatters and progressives as they prepare to challenge Senator Dolliver in upcoming primaries. It cites his late embrace of the progressives and their desire for action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Grove
Dolliver
Taft Stratagem Noted As Timing Key Move
The Independence Bulletin Journal notes that Taft waited for the right psychological moment and delivered a decisive blow, alleviating fears among supporters who worried he might shift toward reactionary policy.
Bedbug-Crushing Law Praised if hotel inspection Works
The Charles City Intelligencer notes that if the new hotel inspection law drives bedbugs from Iown hostels, there will be something to bless the last legislature for.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles City Intelligencer
Fayette Postal Card Predicts Hot Iowa Election
The Fayette Postal Card forecasts a heated next year’s Iowa election with a knockout for any candidate who endorses Cannon and Aldrich methods and principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayette
Iowa
Cannon and
Aldrich
Progressives Intensify Attack on Dolliver
The Ames Times claims progressives will fight Dolliver to a finish over the road issue even if he votes to remove the road to heaven from the free list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames Times
Dolliver
Question on party labels perplexing readers
The Coon Rapids Enterprise notes the editorial query When is an insurgent a republican and compares it to What and why is a democrat as a puzzle likely to spark debate among readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Coon Rapids Enterprise
Iowa to See Greatest Decade in Industry and Morals
The Marshalltown Times Republican predicts the next ten years in Iowa will be marked by unprecedented industrial and agricultural growth along with strong moral development across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Iowa
Taft policy praised by Iowa City Citizen
The Iowa City Citizen notes that Taft's big stick approach appears effective, though officials aim to keep the policy out of public view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Peaceful Bill’s Smile Masks Determined Purpose
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes that behind Peaceful Bill's cheerful smile seems a steady resolve. The piece suggests a hidden drive or plan guiding Bill's public actions, implying a deeper motivation beyond his cordial exterior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Bill
Reporter Encounters Noted Senator By Accident
The Monti cello Express notes that Senator Cummins occasionally crosses paths with a reporter by chance, describing these meetings as unlikely and casual interactions in journalistic circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cummins
Monticello
Tribune backs insurgents awaiting next foray for square deal
The Des Moines Tribune declares support for the insurgents and awaits the next foray in the cause of a square deal with resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Des Moines Tribune
Whettey
Iowa City Republican mocks president over Hamilton remarks
The Iowa City Republican says it is too bad the president does not hear the sassy things Billy Hamilton is saying about him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Billy’’ Hamilton
Is It a Tariff Bill Everyone Will Support
The Des Moines Capital asks if the tariff measure is one no one desires yet all must back, framing debate on political will and public backing amid partisan pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Taft tariff stance mocked by Waterloo Reporter
The Waterloo Reporter quips that President Taft does not need a gentler tariff on gloves and that he handles tariff policy without gloves, signaling sharp editorial tone on economic policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Waterloo
Tariff Policy Heralded as Republican Pledge Redemption
The Emmetsburg Reporter reports that the new tariff is being described as a redemption of the Republican pledge. The paper emphasizes the political significance and alignment with party commitments amid ongoing policy debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmetsburg
Metropolitan Investment Company Amends Articles of Incorporation
Notice of amendment states the change of principal place of business from Muscatine to Pocahontas Iowa. At a special meeting April 16 1909 H M Patten secretary and M J Patten vice president and treasurer were authorized to sign the amendment on behalf of the corporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metropolitan Investment Company
Des Moines
Iowa
Muscatine
Pocahontas
H. M. Patten
M. J. Patten
Br H. M. Patten
Noahs Ark Exhibit At River Foot Draws Attention
J. E. Childs displays a rare collection of birds beasts and reptiles at the river foot of Sycamore street. U B church youths hosted a moonlight ride last night. Local hunters continue shooting prairie chickens ahead of the law and face heavy fines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Childs
Sycamore Street
U. B. Church
Zeidler Family Joins Water Trip on Dubuque Steamers
Mr and Mrs Ed Zeidler Fred Mark and daughter Ellen plan a trip by steamer Dubuque to St Paul then via Great Lakes steamers to Chicago before returning home by rail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Zeidler
Fred Mark
Ellen
Dubuque
St. Paul
Chicago
Nebraska Senator Brown’s income tax draws broad support
Senator Brown of Nebraska receives a flood of letters in favor of the income tax with one critical note. A reader brands the tax as a scheme to aid capitalists by taking incomes from laborers teachers and the poor and implies he is as untrustworthy as Cummins Dolliver and La Follette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Brown
Nebraska
Cummins
Dolliver
la Follette
Chaos at the Gate as Woman Struggles for Rail Fare
Observers report growing unrest at a station scene in Louisville where a woman seeks a ticket and car fare amid tense, crowded surrounds. Men complain and quarrel, officials note an imminent conflict as delays mount and passengers jostle near the rear wicket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville Courier-Journal
Japanese guest at G. A. R. banquet recalls feet remark
Inspector General Hornaday recounts a humorous anecdote from a national encampment. A Japanese guest responds to a colonel's wife about foot binding, saying that Chinese custom is to bind feet, while Japanese women are allowed to grow naturally. he bows politely in apology.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hornaday
Takashirai
Jury Exemption Questioned in Murder Trial
Mike McGinnis faces voir dire as juror in a murder case. The judge asks if he has formed opinions on guilt and any scruples against capital punishment. McGinnis replies he has none and would not object in this case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Success Magazine
Mike McGinnis
Mr. McGinnis
Mike
Roosevelt conference slows Franco German war crisis
The essay notes how Roosevelt's push for a conference delayed a war between France and Germany, making delay possible. It explains the U S role as a participating power in the Algeciras convention, the senate ratification that followed, and the mixed American reception from approval after Portsmouth to criticism over entangling alliances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
United States
Senate
Algeciras
Quiet wedding in Wapello parlors and local notices
Miss Osie Metzgar and Lee Jennings wed at the Commercial hotel parlor with Rev. Coopman officiating. Katheryn J Wright to wed Lloyd E Maffitt August 11 at the bride’s home. Various local society notes include visits, travel plans, and Riley Foster seeking eye treatment in Iowa City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wapello
Commercial
Osie Metzgar
Lee Jennings
Coopman
Presbyterian Church of
Mississippi
Dubuque
C. M. Wright
Katheryn J
Lloyd E. Maffitt
Mary Marston
Columbus City
Columbus Junction
Ida Chown
Mmes
George Foot
Lischer
Burlington
F. T. Ives
Fort Dodge
Iowa
Riley Foster
Iowa City
Laurel Hill Social Notes From August Weekend
Mrs Edith Taylor and son Lloyd visited her brother D Romig in Muscatine. E McSwiggen and son Ed of Wilton were in the area on business. Chris Angerer attended chautauqua in Muscatine with W J Bryan. Dennis Dwyer of Wilton handled local business Friday. Mary Sophia Angerer and brothers Frank and Leo joined chautauqua visitors in Muscatine. George Kelley and wife returned to Wilton after a day with Andrew Cockshoot. James Cockshoot and nephews Luke and Drew, Ralph Madden, Glen Cummings, Engel Boot and Chas Jasperson attended the Muscatine chautauqua. Winnie Cronin of Wilton visited Miss Margaret Patton. Ed Wathan visited relatives near Summit. Josie and Florence Brugman returned from Davenport. Gladys Cummings is convalescing after illness. Carl Rininsland visited his brother Leo in Muscatine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurel Hill
Edith Taylor
Lloyd
Muscatine
D. Romig
E. McSwiggen and Son
Wilton
Chris. Angerer
W. J. Bryan
Dennis Dwyer
Mary and
Sophia Angerer
Frank
Leo
George Kelley
Andrew Cockshoot
James Cockshoot
Luke and
Drew Cockshoot
Ralph Madden
Glen Cummings
Engel Boot
Chas Jasperson
Winnie Cronin
Margaret Patton
Ed. Wathan
Summit
Josie
Florence Brugman
Davenport
Gladys Cummings
Carl Rininsland
Roosevelt’s Move Behind Algeciras Pact Rekindled
Washington reports recall the lead role of President Roosevelt in spurring the Algeciras convention two years ago. Diplomats worldwide now acknowledge the initiative that averted a broader European war amid tensions between Germany and France over the Moroccan crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D. C
Spain
Algeciras
United States
Roosevelt
Europe
Germany
France
I Take a Country House and Lose My Mind
In a memoir style for a summer retreat Sunnyside becomes a trap for a middle aged spinster as she narrates a descent into crime intrigue. She recalls caring for her brother’s children Halsey and Gertrude and the shift to independence after years of domestic duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunnyside
Liddy
Halsey
Gertrude
Adirondacks
Bar Harbor
Greenwood Club
Paul Armstrong
Traders’ Bank
Walker
Armstrong
Louise Armstrong
Mr. Armstrong
Arnold Armstrong
Deafness Cure Claim Promoted by Hall's Catarrh Cure
An advertisement asserts deafness arises from inflamed mucous lining of the Eustachian tube and can be cured only by constitutional remedies. It offers $100 for any case of deafness caused by catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure and promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney &Co
Toledo
Ohio
Mt Clemens Accessible by Grand Trunk Through Detroit
Mt Clemens known as the Mineral Bath City is reachable without changing cars only via the Grand Trunk Railway System through Detroit. Free timetables and a descriptive pamphlet are available by applying to W S Cookson A G P A 135 Adams Street Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Clemens
Bath City
Grand Trunk Railway
Detroit
W. S. Cookson
Adams Street
Chicago
White Goliar Line Schedules for Helen Blair and C Hia
Daily departure times listed for the White Goliar Line with routing to Burlington Keokuk and Burlington via Rock Island. Schedule shows weekday 7 am, Sundays 7 30 am, Saturdays 7 pm, and weekday 8 30 pm services. W A Blair manager and W G Block Co agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Blair
Chia
Dineannest
Deal
Rock Island
Keokuk
Burlington
A. Blair
W. G. Block CO
Also Mentioned on This Page
California
Nico
I. B. Throop
Ll. P. Loomis
Associated Press
Lee Newspaper Syndicate
Iowa Evening Press Association
Daily Journal
Representatives
Payne & Young
Marquette Building
Association of American Advertisers
New York City
Association
Lincoln
Shaw
Chautauqua
N. Y
Theodore Roosevelt
William H. Taft
William Jennings Bryan
William Randolph Heart
Robert M. LaFollette
Mr. Shaw
Ostetter
Inter Ocean
Washington News and
Near News
National Capital
Judson Co. Welliver
Rca
Dr. Pierce
Chapter
White Goliar
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!