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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1901

Page

3

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The Great Steel Strike and Labor Power in McKeesport

Analyzed editorials from the Indianapolis Journal Chicago Post Chicago News and New York Evening Post critique the Amalgamated Association leadership led by Mr Shaffer and the steel trust. They warn that labor dictation could resemble czarist rule and note simmering unrest in McKeesport and other cities as clashes between labor and capital unfold.

Indianapolis Journal Steel Trust Shaffer Russia Chicago Post South Chicago M. M. Garland Chicago News Chicago Milwaukee New York Evening Post Amalgamated Association Steel Corporation McKeesport New England

Insurance firms form Iowa bureau to oppose valued policy bill

The fire insurers in Iowa organize a bureau to block a proposed valued policy law and offer to supply literature to papers that publish it. The Omaha Bee notes such laws have never satisfied insurers, while Nebraska policyholders have few complaints. It argues insurers should refund excess premium if they do not pay the agreed amount.

Iowa Nebraska Omaha Bee

Cummins Opposes Any Change in Iowa Liquor Law

The Des Moines Register notes Mr. Cummins opposes any modification of Iowa liquor laws while his nomination is said to be supported by liquor interests. It calls for a clear statement from Cummins outlining his own views to inform the public.

Des Moines Register Cummins Iowa the Register

Cummins Loss in Philadelphia Ties to Iowa Governor Nomination

The Des Moines Capital argues Cummins was not defeated at Philadelphia for national committeeman and would not be the Iowa governor nominee if comebacks and revenge did not drive the outcome.

Des Moines Cummins Philadelphia Iowa

Boni's First Duel Sparks Clubroom Tale

At the Automobile Club the speaker recalls Castellano's first duel after returning from school. The tale describes how the Little Count turned the tables on clubmen who had previously "guyed" him, recounting a sharp reversal in a social duel narrative.

Automobile Club Castellano

Young clubman drawn into fatal joke duel

A bashful youth admitted to a club is provoked by cynical members. In a staged duel near the Seine the pistols are loaded with bread crumbs. the supposed corpse is found alive, and the boy, enraged, dumps it into the river. The club laughs at the prank.

Seine Vance Thompson Philadelphia Saturday Evening Post

Leader Lays False Claim About Major Lacey

The Des Leader published a telegram said to be from Cedar Rapids claiming Major Lacey sought Poweshiek delegates support for governor. The Poweshiek delegation was not approached by Lacey, who disavowed any use of his name. The Leader’s telegram is stated to be misinformation.

Des Leader Cedar Rapids Leader Des Moines Major Lacey Poweshiek Cummins Lacey Maj. Lacey

Stone declares candidacy for presidency

The Chicago Chronicle notes ex Gov Stone of Missouri announces himself as a bona fide candidate for the presidency. The piece highlights democratic breadth and the constitutional limits that would let any native-born citizen seek the office, while acknowledging opposition would work within those bounds.

Chicago Dem Stone Missouri United States

Altgeld’s Dream of Life in Tax Probe

The Hon. John P. Altgeld gave Chicago tax officials a list of supposed millionaires dodging taxes. Investigation found the names belonged to bellboys elevator operators and telephone operators. Altgeld treats life as a large political campaign.

Washington Post John P. Altgeld Chicago Bell-Boys Altgeld

Kentucky Counties Divide Dry and Wet in Liquor Turf

The New York Tribune reports Kentucky comprises 48 wholly dry counties, 25 with a single sale point, 17 with two outlets, and seven entirely wet counties. The distribution outlines liquor availability across the state.

New York Tribune Kentucky

The Tables Turned in Boer Relentless Assaults

The Boers continue to rush British positions in close hand to hand fighting described as desperate work requiring great courage. Lord Kitchener is portrayed as surprised, given his past campaigns where he led such charges himself.

St. Louis Globe-Democrat Lord Kitchener

A Woeful Lack

The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle notes the Democratic party faces a serious drawback the lack of material for platform building and calarattyles terial is mentioned as a key issue.

Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A Cure For Cholera Infantum

Mrs. Curtis Baker of Bookwalter Ohio relates a neighbor’s infant cured from cholera infantum after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as directed. She reports full recovery in two days and ongoing health, praising its reliability and recommending it to others. Sold by all druggists.

Curtis Baker Bookwalter Ohio Chamberlain

Real estate bargains via Titus and Jackson

For bargains in real estate see Titus and Jackson. They make no charge for showing property.

Titus & Jackson

Mossberry Seeks Senate Seat in Muscatine Louisa District

Hon. F. M. Mossberry, a Republican candidate, runs for the state senate in the Twentieth district covering Muscatine and Louisa counties. He campaigns on local issues and party platforms.

Career outline of F. M. Molsberry in Iowa politics and law

The article traces F. M. Molsberry of Columbus Junction from Cerro Gordo roots to Iowa law school graduate, teacher, and solo practitioner. It notes his marriage to Cora A. Oliver in 1893, service as county attorney after the 1894 death of A. Lover, and his rise as a Republican platform speaker during campaigns, replacing a Massachusetts speaker with strong local popularity.

State University Law School Iowa City Muscatine Louisa F. M. Mossberry Columbus Junction Plymouth Cerro Gordo County Law Molsberry Robert Caldwell Louia County Caldwell and Molsberry Cora A. Oliver The State University League of Republican Clubs

Mossberry Emerges as Strong Louisa County Candidate

W Jarvis created a vacancy and Mossberry was appointed and elected as county attorney for three terms. He is praised as a top prosecutor and speaker, with broad Louisa and Muscatine county support. Analysts predict a vigorous senatorial campaign and strong Republican show in the district.

W. Jarvis Mossberry Louisa County Louisa

Hot Weather Notes From Lincoln Journal

Poetic meditation on harsh heat and longing for frost and snow. A brief verse contrasts sunlight with ice and sleet and laments indoor warmth. The excerpt frames weather as a mood and seasonal discomfort.

Heat Amid Northern Streets Prompts Midday Rest Advice

The New York Tribune muses on scorching northern city heat and suggests following southern habits by resting during noon hours. It warns that sustained labor under high temperatures risks collapse and urges a graceful retreat to cooler seclusion.

New York Tribune Mercury Sieetas Equator

Pop politician derides group as crop prospects worsen

The speaker blasts the organization for abandoning its stance as crops falter. He laments only a half crop of corn and complete destruction of oats, arguing loyalty would have improved the situation.

Kansas City Journal

Not Hot Day Turns Brutal as Patrolman Is Struck

In Chicago, Policeman Michael Heilman recalls a deadly heat day thirteen years earlier while declaring current conditions not hot, then is struck as a bystander reacts to the tense moment.

Chicago Tribune Michael Heilman Harrison Street

J J Nichols Announces Candidacy for 29th General Assembly

J J Nichols announces candidacy for the nomination as representative to the 29th general assembly subject to action of the Republican county convention.

29Th General Assembly Republican County Convention

Candidate for Muscatine County Sheriff Nomination

John Wiley announces his candidacy for the sheriff nomination in Muscatine County subject to the decision of the Republican county convention.

Nomination Bid for Muscatine County Sheriff

W Riley Rice is a candidate for the nomination of sheriff of Muscatine county subject to the decision of the republican county convention.

Muscatine County W. Riley Rice

Ansley Enters Sheriff Race in Mupcntine County

N B Ansley announces candidacy for sheriff of Mupcntine County subject to the Republican county convention decision. The statement sets the course for party support and a primary entry.

J D Stuart Seeks Republican Nomination for Muscatine Sheriff

The candidate for nomination for the office of sheriff of Muscatine County is J D Stuart, pending decision of the Republican county convention. The notice highlights the contest within the party and the formal nomination process.

Daylight Ride Buffalo to New York via Lehigh Valley Line

A daylight Buffalo to New York ride along the Lehigh Valley railroad offers a pleasant journey with full comfort. Through tickets to New York and Philadelphia permit stop-overs at Buffalo on the route.

Buffalo New York Lehigh Valley Railroad Philadelphia

Father rode the goat in a rousing Baltimore night

A poem from the Baltimore American describes a lively event with a father who rode the goat. He returns home with sixteen brethren, wears a vibrant uniform with gold red and blue, and mutters mysterious passwords while resting on the couch. The piece questions who truly rode whom in that evening.

Rip Baltimore American

Snakes by the Pound Boosts Klamath Falls Trade

In Klamath Falls Oregon a thriving local snake industry develops after a Minnesota firm orders 400 pounds of seamaik and hints at 809 pounds next season. Postmaster Cantli’s joke reply to ship snakes at twenty five cents a pound leads a surge in demand as children collect snakes and stores prep for shipments.

Klamath Falla Klamath Falls Cantli Minnesota Minnesotta Kerr Falls Enake Klamath Falle Penver Times

Reduced Rock Island Fares for Colfax Assembly

Great Rock Island Route offers one fare round trip from Iowa points to Colfax for Ep worth League Assembly. Sale dates August 7 to 18, 1901 with return by August 18. For details contact any Rock Island agent or John Sebastian, G P A Chicago.

Great Rock Island Iowa Council Bluffs Timis John Sebastian P. A Chicago

Strikers Alarmed as Grocers Deny Credit in New Castile

In New Castile Pa on August 16 a late night fire at the National Steel plant spurred fear amid a strike. Firefighters gain control after damage from waste pile. Merchants then deny credit to strikers, signaling a prolonged, difficult conflict and growing despair among workers.

New Castile National Steel Company Shaffer

Also Mentioned on This Page

Muscatine Journal Journal Journal Printing Company Albert B. Cummins John Herriott Supreme Court S. M. Weaver ER. C. Brown R. C. Barrett F. M. Molsberry Boni Chabman Ress Opinions State Committee Massachussetts National Committee Land of Culture Massachusetts Moleberry Senator Moleberry Lincoln Journal J. J. Nichols John Wiley Mupcntine County N. B. Ansley J. D. Stuart Oregon Colfax Epworth
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