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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1902
Page
3
Circulation figures assert dominance in Muscatine, claiming to be greater than all other local papers combined and at least three times that of any single competing family.
The Journal lists agencies in Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery Booth Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery and an end of street car track point for extra papers each night. Regular subscribers who miss delivery may pick up papers at these agencies.
A delegate convention of the Republicans in Iowa’s Second Congressional District will be held in Clinton on August 20 1902 at 11 a m to nominate a candidate for Congress. The district allocates one delegate per county with extra delegates for Cummins votes including Clinton Johnson Jackson Muscatine Scott totals and chair Joe R Lane presiding as 2nd District Chairman.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat argues the United States can match Germany and France in beet sugar production as domestic plants grow from 7 to 42 in five years, with projected growth of 83 new factories and $50 million in capital. It recalls tin plate tariffs of 1890 and 1891 and questions outcomes of protective measures.
The article cites federal census figures on tin plate in 1900 showing 66 establishments employing 14 826 workers, wages of 10 288 061, output valued at 41 332 053, and argues that American tin and terne plate production was rapidly rising. It asserts protection aided large American industry, challenging Democratic criticisms of infant industries.
A Canadian invention, the bricklaying machine, claims to lay as many bricks in a day as six or seven skilled bricklayers and may transform the trade. As printers adjusted to type setting machines, bricklayers may accept this change if the device proves successful and safe.
The Des Moines killing of Isaac Finkelstein is cited to argue for strict state enforcement of liquor sale and gambling bans. Critics say local laxity invites violation while reformers like Finkelstein faced threats for challenging police fees and licensing practices. If reformers are killed for opposing vice, what then for opponents of tolerating such dens.
The Sioux City Journal argues a newspaper should fight only for worthy causes. It urges editors to stand for their beliefs and clearly state reasons on important public questions, while avoiding personal fights and folly.
The New York Sun questions William Jennings Bryan’s relentless attacks on Democrats who opposed him in 1896 and 1900. It argues Bryan would have bolt ed or balked if nominated and urges him to show tolerance toward others who follow his own principles. The piece notes his own admission of refusing to yield when the majority disagreed and warns against hypocrisy.
J S Clarkson praises George C Tichenor in the Des Moines Register and Leader. Tichenor, a former Des Moines postmaster and twenty five years ago influential in Iowa politics, held treasury posts in Washington and advised on tariff duties.
The Muscatine county delegation pledges support for William Hoffman of Muscatine as the second district Republican nominee for Congress. The county cites his deep Iowa experience, German American roots, legal career, and proven drive to serve the district, hoping he secures the nomination at Clinton in two weeks.
Speaker Henderson says Republicans expect success this fall, noting Iowa favors the party's proven policies. He calls for strong anti monopoly actions, supports enlightened views on the Philippine question and Cuban reciprocity, and backs tariff revision to create a clear free list. He contrasts unified Republicans with divided Democrats.
Passengers in the smoking room on the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse played a series of jackpots starting at five dollars. The pot grew from $100 to $1,000 and then reached $11,090 before a player appeared ready to fold as a spectator cried out.
A passenger halted a game, alleging cheating after a disruption in a smoking room. He accused four players of card exchanges, who allegedly submitted quietly as the table stakes were redistributed. Two outsiders reportedly lost a substantial amount in earlier hands.
An assertion claims a great booksellers trust exists and that two large combines push out smaller firms. The groups named are the American Booksellers' association and the American Publishers' association.
Captain J N McClanahan of Corydon met an old friend months ago whose warm welcome led to a firm handshake. The grip damaged bones and a cancerous growth required amputation last week. Iowa tops farm product value at 365 million with Illinois second. Illinois leads farm land value, 2.604 billion, while Iowa stands at 1.834 billion. The data suggests Iowa land values may still have room to grow.
A historical ad promotes Cascarets candy cathartic as a cure for constipation with an assurance of refund from druggists if it fails. The copy mirrors early 20th century consumer ads emphasizing bowel health and simple remedies.
Special round trip excursions offered via C R I P R R from Muscatine. Iowa Republican state convention in Des Moines July 30 on sale July 29 30 with return August 1 one fare. Epworth League Colfax July 24 to August 3 limit Aug 4 one fare. Catholic Total Abstinence Union Dubuque sale Aug 3 7 inclusive limit Aug 12 one fare. New York City and Atlantic City sale July 31 to Aug 7 14 return within 12 days of sale rate 23.35.
Washington letters trace Rock Island Railroad reorganization to Governor Cummins veto of a merger bill. Iowa company capitalization cited at 125 million dollars as response to stock manipulations and recapitalization plans.
O O F Des Moines announces annual session on sale Sept 12 15 return Sept 22 fare six dollars round trip. Iowa State Fair Des Moines Aug 22 30 on sale Aug 21 30 return Sept 1 1992 one fare round trip. County Fair Columbus Junction on sale Aug 6 14 limit Aug 15 excursion rate. St Paul Minneapolis very low round trip rate on sale daily. Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo low round trip tickets on sale daily. Elks Salt Lake Utah annual meeting on sale Aug 7 8 9 10 return limit Sept 39 rate 32 30. San Francisco Cal K of P meeting on sale July 29 Aug 2 10 limit return Sept 30 rate 48. C M Gould Agent.
Iowa Central to sell round trip tickets to Salt Lake for the Elks Grand Lodge meeting. Fares under one fare with stop overs allowed west of Denver and Cheyenne. Tickets on sale August 7 to 10 with return limit September 39. Inquiries to nearest Iowa Central agent for side trips.
W G Block the Diamond Jo general agent has instructions from Isaac P Lusk G P A that excursion tickets to Clinton and return may be sold for 1 25 for the Mississippi Valley Spiritualists annual meeting. Tickets will go on sale July 19 and continue for a limited time.
The schedule extends to August 22 for outbound travel with the return trip capped at August 30. Officials clarified that travel must be completed within these dates. This restriction affects reservations and logistical planning for affected participants.
The Iowa Central railway offers very low tickets to St Paul Minneapolis and Minnesota resorts with return allowed until Oct 31. The Minnesota summer resorts are praised for health and recreation with fishing noted. Consult Iowa Central agents for details.
Iowa Central Railway introduces a Limited sleeping car service from Elrick Junction at 7 39 p m to Minneapolis arriving 8 00 a m daily. Low rates offered for travelers to the Twin Cities and Northwest. See local ticket agent for details.
The leading novelist was run over by a railroad train Thursday morning. He seeks damages to fund publication of his new book, per the Atlanta Constitution report.
Professor Ricco reports Mount Aetna has lowered 65 feet on the south side since 1868 and twice as much on the north. The summit is believed to have gradually fallen away due to persistent winds.
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