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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1906
Page
3
RIA is NS an ia Kate 127 Davenport Iowa August 4 1906 notice issued by Joe R. Lane chairman Congressional Committee detailing political party actions or endorsements in the Davenport area with no further specifics.
W. S. McKee announces candidacy for county clerk in Muscatine County subject to the Republican County Convention decision. He presents the declaration to party Republicans.
R. J. Wiley announces candidacy for the sheriff’s office in Muscatine County subject to the will of the Republican county convention. He presents his bid as a party aligned run for the nomination.
The 1906 figures from the Bureau of Statistics show imports rising 57 percent and exports 109 percent since 1896 as population grew 20 percent. Manufactures and materials drove imports. agricultural products and manufactures led exports, with Asia and Oceania and Europe showing notable gains. Increases totaled 447 million dollars in imports and 861 million in exports, with large gains in specific sectors.
The document lists rises in trade with Europe North America South America Asia Oceania and Africa. It shows imports and exports converted to millions with values such as 214 Europe imports and 527 exports, 108 North America imports and 192 exports, 32 and 39 for South America, 92 and 98 for Asia Oceania, and 1. percent for Africa imports with under 6 exports.
A Kansas City Journal article reprinted argues tariffs do not cause trusts like Standard Oil or the beef trust and that removal would harm legitimate industries. It urges regulation, public oversight, and dissolution of violators as the proper remedy while rejecting the view that tariff change cures all abuses.
A New York court holds that a state law prohibiting more than eight hours work for women and children is illegal, signaling a major challenge to child labor regulations. The case will go to the U S Supreme Court for final resolution, with implications for similar laws nationwide.
The Waterloo Times-Tribune calls the hissing of Secretary Shaw cruel. The Onawa Sentinel notes crow diets as not tasty but rarely fatal, while the Republican party of Iowa faces accusations of lacking dignity in its actions.
A Muscatine Journal line cites the Burlington Hawkeye urging Republicans in Iowa to note a "good deal of hay down" while the Davenport Times condemns hissing under any circumstances as out of order at a state convention.
The Waterloo Courier reports that the Burlington Hawkeye notes a political bolt that could be worth thousands of votes to Governor Cummins and his associates on the state ticket in the upcoming November election.
The Des Moines Capital suggests it would be premature for Senator La Follette to speak for Iowa’s delegation to the 1908 national convention, noting cautious timing for political statements.
The Farnhamville Index notes that a Republican governor nomination does not guarantee election, warning that many slips occur between nomination and victory in a concise political remark.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil notes ample time remains before election day to repair the Republican party in Iowa, calling for changes to present a stronger, unified front.
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes the standpaniers have placed their platform behind the governor hopeful and expresses hope he stays firmly in the middle, avoiding extremes or risky shifts.
The Waterloo Reporter comments that party loyalty requires accepting the result and adds a metaphor about sea sickness and castor oil as an agency for purging unwanted elements. The tone urges acceptance while offering a sharp, humorous analogy.
The Hampton Chronicle laments the futility of arguing over religion or politics, noting that each side clings to certainty while the other remains convinced of their own error, reducing any productive discussion.
The Alvord Register criticizes several members of Congress for compromising principles in tight races. It praises those who stand by their beliefs, while condemning others who abandon core positions to maintain political advantage.
The Mason City Times-Herald argues that both progressives and standpatters displayed resourcefulness and good leadership in a recent Iowa political confrontation.
The Mt. Vernon Hawkeye notes Gov. Cummins at convention time shows delight in aligning with a republican platform and then performs a dramatic reversal, suggesting a Rubicon moment in political strategy.
The Des Moines Mail and Times credits standpatters for seeking peace, noting that had they resisted peace and submitted to what they viewed as a rights deprivation, war could have erupted.
The Rock Valley Bee states it supports tariff revision within the Republican framework. It also notes sympathy with a broader movement to reform tariffs, arguing that vested interests must be shifted from the infant industry sector.
An advertisement claims Botanic Blood Balm cures ulcers eczema scrofula blood poison cancer eating sores and rheumatic conditions. It urges sufferers to write for free samples and medical advice and notes availability at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store in Atlanta and prepay shipping charges.
The Denver and Rio Grande promotes summer travel to Colorado and Utah with extensive Circle tours across the Rockies. A celebrated 1000 mile trip costs 28 dollars and covers La Veta Pass to the Royal Gorge, best enjoyed in five to ten days. Tickets to Salt Lake City and other points are offered at low rates, with free illustrated booklets available upon request.
In the Alexis Building, Glenarm heir debates a restrictive clause with Arthur Pickering over a will that designates St. Agatha's School in Indiana if he marries Marian Devereux or makes any marriage contract within five years. The conversation hints at Sister Theresa and Miss Evans, and the heir jokes about avoiding marriage for money.
Residents and visitors fill Sigourney scenes with a string of movements. Dr. Ward James of Chicago arrives after Northwestern University training and Cook County Hospital work. Many relatives from Cedar Falls Des Moines and Delta visit, while trades and property changes surface including Weller galley sale and a new separator purchase.
Miss Zua Goodheart returns from Drake University in Des Moines while Lulu Utterback visits Ottumwa relatives. Merle Koden of Kalona visits here. J. R. Talley returns after two weeks in North Dakota. J. H. Morgan trips to Mitchellville South Dakota on business. George Richmond came back from Montana last week. A W McNarlen leaves his restaurant to help run a threshing outfit in East Lancaster township. Dr Brockman of Ottumwa passes through town.
The Mineral Bath City Mt. Clemens is accessible without changing cars solely via the Grand Trunk Railway System. Timetables and a descriptive pamphlet are sent free on request to Geo. W. Vaux A. G. P. & T. A. 135 Adams St Chicago.
August events and visits unfold as Henry Plain Sherman Smith Harry Fox and Fred Roast head to Dakota. Ora Hirehman hosts a party for Harry Fox with ice cream and cake. Local residents travel to Rock Island Muscatine West Liberty and Freemont for visits and camping with friends and family.
Taken up by Wm. Hildebaugh on July 6 1906 in Seventy-Six township a black sow about 175 pounds with crop off left ear and three white feet. Appraised July 1906 at $10 before J. W. Brook coke nart, J. Z.
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