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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1902
Page
12
The Daily Journal issues every evening except Sunday and the Semi-Weekly Journal comes in 8 pages on Tuesday and 12 pages on Friday nights. Published in Muscatine as the official paper of city and county.
Daily six months one month and semi weekly options priced with postage paid terms. Circulation guaranteed greater than all other Muscatine papers combined and at least three times that of any other daily.
Representatives G Logan Payne of 985 Marquette Building Chicago and Lacoste and Maxwell of 140 Nassau Street New York.
The Journal lists agency locations Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery End of street car track. Extra papers sold nightly at these places and missed subscribers may pick up at agencies.
A Republican delegate convention for Iowa's Second Congressional District will be held in Clinton on August 20, 1902 at 11:00 a m to nominate a candidate for Congress. The delegate ratio is one per county plus one for every 200 votes or a fraction of 109 for Cummins in 1901. County delegations listed include Clinton Muscatine Scott and others with chair Joe R Lane of the 2nd District Committee.
A list of Republican nominees includes Secretary W B Martin for state, Adair County Auditor B F Carroll, Davis County Treasurer G S Gilbertson, Winnebago County C W Mullan, Attorney General Black Hawk County Scott M Ladd, O'Brien County short term Supreme Judge Co A Bishop, Polk County Clerk J C Crockett, Hardin County Reporter W W Cornwall, Clay County Railroad Commissioner E A Dawson, Bremer County.
Secretary Shaw argues tariff revision should be considered for wisdom and party unity, not for Democratic clamor. He warns opponents will be unsatisfied regardless of changes and cites Republicans as progressives, noting no policy will please rivals. He speaks from Iowa origins and forecasts no immediate schedule change.
The piece notes the tension over tariff revision linking 1883 Republican ideas to a Democratic president in 1884. It cites the 1890 McKinley bill as a Democrat criticism of high protection and argues Republicans should follow their own best course without courting Democrats. Shaw rejects seeking Democratic favor in tariff policy.
The Post-Dispatch notes a new St Louis inhabitant the horned corydallis described as a bat bug lobster hybrid The piece claims a family feud with mosquitoes and urges a hatchery on the River des Peres enabling the creature to roam free The monster reportedly eats over a hundred mosquitoes daily and could aid mosquito control in town.
A quick Sunday sermon in Atlantic Michigan used Luke xvi 24 as text. The pastor, urged to keep it brief due to heat, delivered a three-person tale of Abraham Dives and Lazarus with a single prayer line.
Comparing current classes the Georgia and New Jersey under construction will approach six and a half million dollars each. Bids have been advertised for the Louisiana and Connecticut of the same class, expected to reach a similar total.
The OxO Muscatine Pythians plan to attend the next supreme lodge meeting to determine whether they will proceed to Louisville.
John W. Gates shocked a New York hotel by tipping a waiter $500. The man quit on the spot and sped to the races in a flashy car, promising the windfall won’t last long.
Chicago officials showcased a heavy close woven fabric claimed to stop a pistol bullet. A Bloomington convention test by police chiefs and sheriffs was reported as very satisfactory, though comfort on hot days remains a concern.
Towns Oskaloosa and Ottumwa propose an electric line to connect them as part of a broader vision where many Iowa towns form a state wide network of electric railways. The plan aims to keep neighboring cities in close touch and create a unified regional system.
Iowa wholesale liquor dealers met in Ottumwa Thursday and formed a state organization with Anton Heeb of Dubuque as president. They seek more liberal liquor legislation and aim to repeal the prohibition on manufacturing liquor, warning that the liquor power will keep asking for more as opportunities arise.
In the Second Judicial district covering seven counties there is strong talk among Democrats about making the judiciary nonpartisan. Four judges are elected in the district and there is growing sentiment for nonpartisan courts statewide. The district’s example influences others.
The Muscatine Journal Jubilee Edition recalls past commendations of its cotemporaries. It lists Hon John Mahin s editorial service beginning 1852 and his campaigns supporting Fremont Lincoln Grant Hayes Garfield Harrison McKinley through 1900.
Wilton Herald lauds John Mahin of the Journal for fifty years of service and reform. The piece praises his modesty and bipartisan respect, calling him a living force in advancement and a true blue Republican. The Herald presents a celebratory, full-page salute to Mahin.
Algona Upper Des Moines Republican reports editor John Mahin of the Muscatine Journal marked his fiftieth anniversary with a special edition. His long, aggressive stance on moral questions, especially prohibition, is noted as defining his career. He remains a resilient survivor from Muscatine's 1852 era.
Newton Journal pays tribute to Hon. John Mahin for fifty years as editor of the Muscatine Journal. The piece praises his integrity, energy, and devotion, noting he remains active and strikes a high editorial tone. It contrasts him with W. W. Junkin of the Fairfield Ledger, who nears seventy-two and has largely retired.
Brighton News lauds Hon. John Mahin for half a century of editorial service. The piece praises his courage, unwavering principle, and impact on truth and temperance, noting Iowa owes him gratitude and the world is better for his labors.
The article praises Mr Mahin a well preserved leader of the Journal noting his vitality fair dealings and sixty years of influence in Muscatine and Muscatine County He recounts early days and the paper readers and business partners while highlighting his two editor sons and the paper’s steadfast community service.
The Iowa City Citizen notes John Mahin has served as editor of the Muscatine Journal for fifty years. He is praised for contributing to Muscatine and statewide growth, upholding firm ideals, and shaping the paper’s tone and mission. The piece highlights his lasting esteem and broad influence.
The Muscatine Journal editor John Mahin marked his fiftieth anniversary on July 17. Born in Noblesville Indiana he shaped a paper into a pulpit and preached righteousness, opposing slavery and supporting temperance despite opposition. His integrity and courage defined his career as a grand teacher and exemplar.
John Mahin veteran editor and proprietor of the Muscatine Journal marks 50 years at the paper with a jubilee issue. He is described as the nestor of the Iowa press and a fearless writer who continues to contribute leaders after half a century.
Moses welcomes his brother in law Hobab as a potential guide and helper for the march to Canaan. The piece compares Israel’s desert trek to a church pilgrimage, praising tactful outreach to allies while warning against formalism and urging faithful participation in the journey.
Attendees heard Bryan warn of disaster and avoid new issues while Landis projected confidence in the people and the nation. Bryan would hold back. Landis would press forward and support prosperity for all as vast industrial progress continues.
A Decorah paper lauds Mr. Mahin for steadfast editorial labor and fidelity to good, noting his radical temperance stance caused hardship but preserved his self respect and the esteem of Iowa citizens. The Journal is described as a strong, able publication.
Hon John Mahin of Muscatine marked his fiftieth year as editor of the Muscatine Journal passing the milestone at age sixty nine. He began editing the paper at nineteen, a tenure noted as remarkable in local press history.
Prohibitionists hold a county convention at Muscatine courthouse on Monday August 18 at 1 30 pm to elect seven delegates to the state convention nominate a county ticket and handle other business. The state convention meets at Waterloo August 20 and a full delegation is desired. E F Hoag county chairman Wm Bilby county secretary.
Fashion notes describe a slender women’s two piece gown in biscuit colored canvas with voile and foulard fullness at hips and back. Side pleats form a panel front and a box pleat backs. elaborate white cloth applique with pale blue Corticelli silk detailing. A blue taffetas strap accents the upper pleat and a Louis XV knot decorates the vest side.
A Chicago Post snippet shows a man proposing a plan to the woman about sharing income. He asks if she is ready to live on his income, she replies trustingly and adds a condition for another income. The exchange highlights financial dependence in a romantic moment.
The brig Albatros arrived in port from the South Atlantic, the first vessel in a month to dock ash-free after a long voyage. The ship escaped volcanic ash that plagued other ships within five hundred miles of Martinique, delighting the marine desk and city editor.
The Iowa Central Railway introduces a sleeping car service from St Paul and Minneapolis to Kansas City St Louis and Peoria for faster travel and convenience. The Limited departs Elrick Junction daily at 7:67 a m for Peoria and points east see local ticket agent.
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