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Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1901

Page

2

Forecast of 1901 corn crop range given by Iowa official

J R Sage director of Iowa Weather and Crop Service predicts the 1901 corn crop will average between 60 and 70 percent of last year’s level, contradicting the idea of a half crop. He notes 32 bushels per acre as long-term average and cites fodder value and potential gains to farmers from strong stalks and high yield.

Des Moines J. R. Sage Iowa Weather and Crop Service Sage Acre

Proceedings of the Board of Supervisors August 5, 1901

The board met at 9 a.m. with Nichols Day Bernick Hoskins and Webster present. They verified July warrants, approved issuance, reviewed tax abatements, and accepted six month reports from C. J. Richman and W. Schoenig. Justice claims were examined and allowed before adjourning at 1:30 p.m.

A. m. Board of Supervisors J. L. Nichols E. P. Day M. Bernick S. M. Hoskins D. D. Webster W. Schoenig C. J. Richman Mus. Water Co J. T. Nester A. C. Hopkinson Orig C. H Lindner Lilly Nmoleuma A. Holmes Record Co J. A. Townsley J. G. Gunzenhouser J. Richman F. Glesenhaus F. A. Neidig Ndse John Mark Biec Muscatine News Co Hi. Pressier J. J. Nichols Iowa Tel. Co Jack Eee J. R. Hanley R. O. McGaughey Schmelzer el- Cees McGaugher Chas Phil. Duncan Selman

Township Board Meeting Reports July Poor Fund Disbursements

Board session approves July report from Muscatine township poor overseer B Beach. Disbursements totaled 224.13 with cash 88.50 goods 108.90 wood 9.00 and transportation 17.77. Bridge bills and other matters discussed. adjourned to 8 am Tuesday.

B. Beach Muscatine Township Sophy Dallas State of Iowa George Wright Supreme Court Brannan

Des Moines to Host National Grain Dealers Convention

A Des Moines meeting of the Cereal club discussed hosting the National Grain Dealers association convention in October. B A Lockwood, Des Moines, is national president and helped secure the site. The convention will draw leading grain dealers from across the country, with plans for a Chicago-originating special train and substantial regional attendance.

Ers’ Association B. A. Lockwood National Association Des Moines Chicago East

Daylight Ride Buffalo to New York via Lehigh Valley Line

A Daylight Ride from Buffalo to New York via the Lehigh Valley railroad offers a pleasant trip with comfortable accommodations, including stop-over at Buffalo on through tickets to New York and Philadelphia.

Buffalo New York Lehigh Valley Railroad Philadelphia Niagara Falls Necesary Lake Shore Michigan Cleve Chicago

Louisa Muscatine Boards Meet on Island Levee Repairs

The Louisa County Board of Supervisors and Muscatine County Board met in joint session to inspect the Muscatine Island levee and determine needed repairs. The session adjourned sine die. A. C. Noble, County Auditor.

Board of Supervisors Louisa County Muscatine Muscatine Island A. C. Noble

County Ledger Of Claims And Inquests Full Of Details

A long list shows common claims including repairs supplies and jail needs. Coroner inquests record multiple witnesses jurors and medattd items. County farm bills and bridge claims follow with varied vendors and labor charges.

Cummins cheered on Iowa governor bid homecoming

A B Cummins returning with the Republican nomination for governor was met by thousands in Des Moines. Speakers urged harmony among Iowa Republicans to unite for the fall election, praising Cummins and the party’s future. A large crowd filled the Grant Club area as a procession escorted the nominee and supporters.

Des Moines A. B. Cummins Iowa Cedar Rapids Northwestern Depot Mr. Cummins Grant Club Thomas A. Way Carroll Wright W. B. Martin Webb Byers Harlan L. M. Shaw Sidney A. Foeter J. M. Junkin Red Oak Grant Club House Cummins

Hoyt in Sioux City Woman Liked Indians

Mrs. C. E. Hoyt of Sioux City is described as pretty and the scene notes a social connection in Council Bluffs on August 9. The fragment hints at an Indian theme or interest in the social circle. The item emphasizes a personality note within a local social column.

Buffalo Bill Hoyt Sioux City Council Bluffs C. E. Hoyt

Moville Mayor Resigns Ending Reform Drive

Mayor Wright of Moville resigns after an election on a reform platform and an unpopular reform agenda. His resignation was accepted and a successor appointed as Moville government shifts.

Wright Sioux City Moville

Rain Delays Fall Pasture Prospects In Iowa Town

A light rain aided farmers but likely too late for the potato crop. Residents plan to attend Colfax camp meeting starting Thursday, while Bethel area Methodists hold a three week camp meeting.

Montezuma Colfax Bethella

Unclear OCR fragment on company plan and personal reactions

Fragmentary text discusses Exted plan with July and citizens, a car company, and labor hours. A quoted Philadelphia Evening Bulletin item recalls a woman confronting a manager and breaking down in a dressing room after being accused, with whispered remarks noted.

Phiadelphia Evening Bulletin

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