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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1901
Page
4
The drought and poor broom corn harvest have pushed wholesale broom prices from 2.50 to 4.25 per dozen, with retailing at 30 to 45 cents. Farmers previously hoped for 200 dollars a ton, but drought and trust actions altered profits and spurred crop diversification.
A critical note exposes the Chicago American and New York Journal for a sensational misreport about Iowa girls chaperoned by Mrs. Macomber touring Europe. A member of the party blames a supposedly connected consul and newspaper man, denying any truth to the sensational claims.
John Nolan a Dallas County man working on the Frisco railroad in Qrecevla Missouri became a wreck after town youths played ghoulish jokes. A spectral visit, a white dress, and rope at a bed spurred epileptic fits. Doctors say his death could come in days as his father moves him home to Urbania. He is about 24 and single.
The Grand Trunk Railway System and Dominion Line Steamship Company run a direct summer service to Liverpool via Portland. Ships sail from and arrive at the Grand Trunk Wharf next to the depot avoiding transfers. Through fares via Portland equal those to Montreal and the St Lawrence River. further details available from city passenger and ticket agent at 249 Clark Street, Chicago.
Delightful breezes blow at Clear Lake northern Iowa summer resort reached by the Iowa Central route. Great fishing sailing and bathing promised with extremely low rates for single tourists or parties of five or more. Ask ticket agents or address Geo S Batty G P T A Marshalltown Iowa.
Louisa Iowa August 5 delegates reported a heavy voter turnout in Louisa county primaries. Key results include representative El McClurkan 756 over H Richards 531, treasurer R S McDonnell 92 and Asa Merrill 692, superintendent C R Wallace 999 over C M Donaldson 704, sheriff W C Saunders 1638, coroner P Wagner 1302 over D J Higley 162, supervisor W S Kremer 821, and Jacob Lieberknecht 171 over D H Westbrook 134.
A witty exchange contrasts a financier with earning power and public influence. The quote highlights using others’ money and reading the public mood to steer success, urging adaptability to the tide and timely action in August.
Travel itinerary lists stops from Niagara Falls to the Atlantic Seacoast via the Grand Trunk railway system. It highlights Muskoka Kawartha Lakes St Lawrence River Thousand Islands White Mountains and Atlantic Seacoast Resorts with a Chicago agent for copies of tourist publications at 249 Clark Street.
Ottumwa notes a Banner lodge August 6 moonlight boat ride. Local residents Otto Stoke Grandview and J Kent Letts visit city for business. John A Rowan ill in his room. Mrs C A Jarvis arrives from Chicago for summer stay. A Budge of social events includes a boat party on the river and a Geiss residence gathering with local youths.
The Dubuque Times argues agriculture drives Iowa prosperity but river cities must develop factories. Muscatine Journal notes river city growth aids state prosperity, while Burlington Hawkeye highlights electricity as a power distributor for factories along waterways. Keokuk Gate City cites strong water power potential and studies to attract capital, projecting 10 000 to 100 000 electrical horsepower and aims for several Mississippi towns of 60 000 to 100 000.
The Lehigh Valley rail road provides vestibuled limited trains from Buffalo to New York with service at dining cars and carte menus. Through tickets allow stop overs in Buffalo and travel to Philadelphia via this line.
An advertisement touts 2c 30c and 35c coffee options claiming superior flavor that beats the world. The copy emphasizes low prices and global quality to entice readers.
Muscatine firemen select the M. N. N. S. and Iowa Central routes for the Firemen's State Tournament in Marshalltown. A special train departs the M. N. N. & C. depot at 5 a.m. with a stop in South Muscatine to pick up passengers. Round trip fare is two dollars. For information contact the M. N. & S. depot, Chief Neibert, or foremen. A. L. Lindner, General Agent.
Round trip tickets at favorable rates will be on sale to New York via Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern Railway. Contact agents for details or write Jno G Farmer AG Cedar Rapids fa 718920 for information.
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