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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1900
Page
8
An advertisement touts the Daily Journal promise of prompt service and uniform, exquisite linen finishes with guaranteed satisfaction. It emphasizes high quality work and the finest results, inviting customers to trust their linen needs to the shop.
Local newspapers announce a Presbyterian excursion and lawn social at Shoemaker's in Pauchett, with appearances by Schoemaker's Mandolin Club and Baptist social events. The Diamond Jo Line will carry freight to St. Paul. Various locals including J Donovan, J A Cochran, W Beal, J C Wilson, P A Schmidt, and Miss Mary Grosshaus are noted visitors and arrivals. A special Woodmen's picnic train to Wilton is advertised.
A whirlwind of town items reports arrivals from Wilton Burlington Davenport and Chicago on the Firefly and Young. Socials and mass meetings at Schoemaker's court square and Wilton Woodmen picnic plans plus a woodmen train with 25 cent fare Aug 16 highlight the day.
A concise reflection on human limits, noting that no person can view every facet of a straightforward issue. It suggests humility in judgment and awareness of unseen angles shaping understanding.
In Davenport the Second district convention faces a dilemma after Hon. W L Roach publicly withdraws from all consideration for the congressional nomination. He urges Muscatine county delegates to oppose his nomination, citing business interests and district needs. The withdrawal opens the field for other Republican candidates to emerge ahead of the Davenport meeting.
Judge Wolfe rules against J L Giesler in the Giesler vs Chesebrough dispute over a 1896 transfer from A A Ball & Co. The bank’s insolvency at the payment time is noted, and presumption of consideration from a $26,000 check leads to judgment for the defendants and case dismissal.
Chas L Breckon purchases the Seaton Printery in the Journal building and resigns as managing editor of the Journal. The Muscatine news notes his thirty years of printer experience and promises a first class job office run by him.
Samuel R. Chase of Tipton Iowa celebrated his 91st birthday on August 12. A Mexican War veteran and long-time participant in U S politics he plans to vote for McKinley and Roosevelt in November if alive. The Journal extends hearty congratulations to this longtime reader and father and grandfather named in attendance.
The masons demand 45 cents an hour for brick work on the new opera house while contractors offer 40 cents. If no agreement is reached, contractors plan to hire union men from Chicago to prevent work stoppage.
A neighbor on North Oak street reports a late night carousing that kept nearby residents awake for several hours. The writer condemns the noise and horn blasting as unnecessary and uncalled for.
At six this morning a lightning bolt hit E. R. Carr’s barn in Lake township. A cow was killed instantly and the barn with grain and hay was destroyed. Carr carries only 300 dollars in insurance. total loss estimated around 1000 dollars.
J M Beck reports back from Ottumwa after a ten days stay. The case State vs W M Hobert alleging trespass and blasphemous language in public was brought in police court this afternoon and continued to Saturday. Hahn Bros Co advertises half car pears and peaches for wholesale buyers.
The Kit Carson steamed upstream earlier today, navigating the river route with a steady passage. Local observers report the vessel proceeded without incident and is expected to continue its schedule on the waterway.
The steamer Young offers a 60 mile ride to Rock Island and electric cars to Black Hawk Tower, which now opens with more attractions. Tickets cost 75 cents each way. groups of ten or more from Rock Island to Black Hawk and back receive free tickets. Boat departs Muscatine at 6 30 a m on Sunday Monday Wednesday and Friday and returns by 7 45 p m. Basket dinner accommodations are available. For more information contact agent Wm G Block.
In a light Chicago Record item, Louise jokes about her Easter outfit and a tonic prescribed by a doctor. Dick questions if he will feel better once he sees her in the hat, adding a domestic playful exchange.
Marquette on Lake Superior lures visitors with healthful location scenic beauty and good hotels. The Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway touts easy access for a restful summer outing in Marquette Michigan. Address requests for The Lake Superior Country description to Geo H Heafford General Passenger Agent Chicago IL.
A playful simile likens the moon just before last quarter to a 30 cent coin, pairing astronomy with a whimsical monetary image. The line blends celestial phases with everyday currency to evoke a faded glow and guarded charm.
Chas. H. Reesink announces his candidacy for the nomination for county recorder subject to the Muscatine County Republican convention.
Miss Jeanette Hannan entertained a group of friends with an excursion to Rock Island and Black Hawk tower. Attendees included Miss Allie Olds Mr and Mrs J S Miller Mr and Mrs A L Lindner Mr and Mrs Geo H Lohr Miss Zimmer of Peoria and Mrs Miller and daughter of Cambridge HL who joined at Rock Island.
The lawn social proceeds as planned with bright sun drying the grounds and pleasant weather for attendees. Organizers note no risk of cold from damp conditions and urge neighbors to join for the event.
The Black Diamond Express departs Buffalo at noon on Lehigh Valley Railroad and arrives in New York at 10 08 p.m. Dining car available along the entire trip with service a la carte.
Titus and Jackson advertise farm bargains across this and neighboring counties inviting calls or letters for details on available properties.
J. C. Coster announces candidacy for the Republican county convention nomination for county attorney in Muscatine Iowa dated August 11 1900. He signals he will run subject to the convention’s wishes.
A. O. U. W. Social member with ticket 41 asks to reclaim an umbrella left with G Schmidt and Bro on East Second Street.
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