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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1901
Page
3
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Railroad Commissioner candidate E C Brown and Superintendent of Public Instruction R C Barrett appear on the senatorial ticket. The brief notice lists the two officials and their roles within the forthcoming election slate.
The piece notes varied support among Republicans for Cummins and the ticket. It states all are stalwart and that the paper, as a Republican voice, will back the full slate to satisfy its Republican patrons.
The Iowa Republican state convention in Cedar Rapids adopted a conservative platform, which the Democratic press called strong and no frills. It avoids franchising legislative powers and unites Republicans across the state in firm support.
Ft Scott Kansas faces an uprising against prohibition enforcement with an indignation meeting of 2500 citizens and a 50 member reform committee. A jury in a local justice court finds Rev Price of the Methodist Church guilty of malicious prosecution in a liquor case and assigns costs to him. The Council Bluffs Nonpareil condemns the disturbance as unamerican defiance of law and urges lawful repeal or court challenge.
A New York City Tammany official is found guilty of taking 550 dollars from a disorderlyhouse keeper. The conviction stands out in a city long accused of sanctioned law violations through bribes, and prompts calls for further action beyond this single verdict.
The Gate City argues that Republicans cannot fault Mr Cummins for disloyalty while themselves lacking party fidelity. It states objections based on loyalty must come with genuine good faith and loyal conduct by those urging them.
Eli Reed claims the populist party will field a state ticket in Iowa this year after an event in South Dakota. He asserts familiarity with political matters and speaks with confidence about the Iowa slate.
The Keokuk Gate City notes Hon. Welcome Mowry, candidate for renomination for rail road commissioner, did not receive an entirely warm reception, suggesting mixed voter sentiment at a recent gathering.
In the Cedar Rapids Republican opinion column a note questions whether a mean Democrat will accuse the Republican Party of Iowa of changing railroads.
The Monticello Express argues that support for the Republican party and convention nominees does not require servile obedience. It contends one can critique where warranted while backing the nominee and remain principled, not a fawning servile follower.
The Mediapolis New Era column places the Republican state ticket at the top of its page. The piece frames the lineup as a bold stance and urges readers to consider the candidates ahead of the upcoming election.
Oskaloosa Journal editor Alf Wooster is said to have drawn one of the Oklahoma claims. Chicago banks send currency west for crop-moving needs though not in large amounts yet. Demand at banks remains active with rates around 4¼ to 5 percent. small loans at 4 percent. Forgan, First National Bank president, thinks crop-move currency demand will be smaller than last year.
A Minneapolis Tribune column discusses beauty as a shift between external charm and inner virtue. It lists ideal features and emphasizes that lasting attraction rests on mind, sensibility, elevation, and generosity, with true beauty growing from modesty and grace.
A collection of humorous clippings includes a fish tale about a dog retrieving a catfish and change, a car conductor quip about candle power cars, and a comic domestic scene with Bridget the Irish servant. The notes also feature a travel vignette to El Reno with Rain-in-the-Face and a poke at land speculation.
Senator Shelby M. Cullom of Illinois says there will be no general tariff revision next winter but supports partial tariff changes. He favors ratifying reciprocity treaties before the Senate to improve U S trade terms and counter perceptions of hoggish trade behavior abroad. The aim is mutual advantage for both countries involved.
Senator Nathan B. Scott praises Gov. Odell as presidential timber and notes two good men for vice president Theodore Roosevelt. The writer reports strong Roosevelt support in Colorado Missouri Kansas and Nebraska during recent western state travels.
Adam Short of Franklin Louisiana argues that if the Republican Party gives Louisiana fair attention the state will align with the party. He asserts the state’s political direction depends on outreach and effort from national Republicans.
The speaker backs republican protection for sugar, arguing Louisiana sugar grows in infancy and cannot compete with Cuba’s cheap labor and fertile soil. He warns that Democratic calls for free sugar trade will cost Democrats Louisiana in upcoming elections.
J. I. Nichols announces for the Republican nomination for representative to the 29th General Assembly, pending action by the Republican county convention.
A candidate declares seeking the Republican nomination for Muscatine County sheriff subject to party convention decision. He frames the race as an official bid within the party process and notes the nomination hinges on the convention outcome.
W Riley Rice is a candidate for the nomination of sheriff of Muscatine county, subject to the decision of the republican county convention.
N B Ansley declares candidacy for the office of sheriff of Muscatine County subject to the Republican county convention decision.
A post office report recounts an eccentric incident where a German passenger, after wearing out six pairs, shipped repaired corks back to Germany. The return trip incurred duty charges, totaling $7, with customs officials seizing the socks upon arrival in New York. The man protested but ultimately paid the duties.
A race between automobiles representing all nations is a highlight of the Buffalo Exposition. While France is said to lead in vehicle development, American manufacturers aim to win. Also advertised is Fiostetter's Stomach Ritters for stomach liver kidney and bowel disorders praised for improving sleep appetite and digestion and claimed to prevent malaria fever and ague.
A Philadelphia Post item narrates Mr. Sousa in a railway station humorously challenged as a conductor. He clarifies he is a conductor of a brass band, not a train, as travelers mistake his uniform for a rail role. The anecdote highlights his strict discipline and playful arrogance about his band leading.
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