Journal by Journal Printing Co. Advertises Superior Circulation
The Daily Journal and Semi- Weekly Journal are published in Vincai Paper of Cry and County. The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday. the Semi-Weekly Journal appears Tuesday and Friday nights. Circulation is claimed to be greater than all other AMfuscative papers combined and at least three times that of any other daily. Subscription rates include 110 cents per week by carrier and $3.00 per year by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luesaay
Genvereu
Lue City
Representatives In Charge At New York and Chicago Offices
New York address Odie-4d W. Satu Street Monorth bidg. La Coste and Maxwell oversee operations. Chicago address Vidco-750 Marquette Building Payne and Loung oversee operations.
Journal Agencies List For City Convenience
The Journal outlines its affiliated agencies to assist readers. Listings include Hast Hii durbut Grocery on East 2nd Street South Muscatine W F Mikschs grocery Oregon Street W C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey Avenue d Kvecklerville Chaykas Grocery West Hill and J H Fuller Grocery with telephone numbers for the business and editorial offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Hast Hii Durbut
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
W. F. Miksch
Oregon Street
W. C. A. Busch
Hershey Avenue
Circulation Statement for Muscatine Journal July 1908
Sworn statement by publisher F. W. Throop showing July 1908 print and circulation figures for the Muscatine Journal. Notary F. L. Bihlmeier attested on August 6, 1908. Includes totals and average circulation across listed figures for Muscatine County Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Journal
Rick Wicca
Throop
The
F. D. Throop
Muscatine Co
State of
Lowa
F. L. Bihlmeier
Bryan and Pudding
A Washington attorney and friend of William J. Bryan shares a story of the candidate carrying a plum pudding from a streetcar conductor’s mother to Nebraska. The tale highlights Bryan’s human sympathy but also critiques his focus on policy. The piece argues for a president who is more led by practical action than by grand dreams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
William J. Bryan
Hanley
Bryan
Mr. Hanley
Mr. Bryan
Nebraska
Lincoln
Noted leaders favor realism over idealism in debate
The passage contrasts energies diverted to practical schemes with dreams of broader reform. It argues that if Mr. Bryan had studied government ownership during a famed trip rather than focusing on a plum pudding gift, there would be less to forget about democratic leaders and their base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Manley
America
United States
As to Happiness and the Millennium Quest
The Chicago American argues there has never been a truly happy people or universally just treatment. Progress requires accepting imperfection now, striving for justice, and marching toward an eventual millennium as foretold in the Bible. The message urges ongoing effort, limited happiness now, and mutual fair treatment in the meantime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago American
Emmetsburg Reporter on Iowa Senate Question
The Emmetsburg Reporter argues Republicans must first elect a Republican legislature before addressing the senatorial race. It calls for a free field for any man who desires the seat and says Cummins should defer to the result whether he wins or not. It notes multiple Iowa Republicans have senatorial size and deserve equal opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmetsburg
Cummins
Iowa
Terms progressive and stand out must be dropped says Cedar Rapids Republican
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues the Republican party should forgo the terms progressive and stand out and urge believers in the party to unite behind the Republican ticket for the greater good, without weighing the future of any individual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Republican
Republican Party
Iowa Republicans Split Over Cummins Senate Run
The Rockwell City Advocate argues Iowa Republicans aim for harmony with one faction backing Gov. Cummins for the Senate and the other opposing his bid, seeking unity through either victory or defeat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwell City
Iowa
Spirit Lake Beacon on Bryan campaign prospects
The Spirit Lake Beacon notes that Bryan has not previously carried the country and calls the current year's prospects unlikely to change that trend, suggesting limited chances for success this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spirit Lake
Bryan
Harmony in Iowa politics sparks questions about unity
The Marshalltown Times-Republican notes calls for harmony while suggesting some democratic newspapers push for conflict to achieve national unity. The piece examines how factions may shape public discourse and partisan strategies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Peace conference urged to end Republican factional fight
The Oceyedan Press calls on all Republicans to halt infighting and convene a peace conference immediately, warning that failure will let the Democrats seize the advantage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oceyedan Press
Cummins Urged Senate Bid by Marengo Republican
The Marengo Republican argues that Gov. Cummins, if the political general he ought to be, would easily win a United States Senate seat now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cummins
United States Senate
Marengo
Republicans Endorse Lawful Senate Settlement Says Herald
The Grinnell Herald quotes Republicans pledging to accept the result of a legal and regular settlement of the senatorship, underscoring party unity in adhering to official process and final determination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Grinnell Herald
Charters Meets Edward After Trial In Fog Shrouded Suffolk Estate
Charteris eyes a grim future as a decree nears absolute in six months unless the King’s Proctor acts. He receives a telegram from Edward Charteris, his half brother and head of the family, at the Saffron Charteris estate in Suffolk. Angela Tempest figures in the looming reunion as Charteris encounters skeptical onlookers outside the courtroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charteris
Charters
McAllister
K. C
Sandown
Edward
Edward Charteris
Ted
Teddie
Saffron Charteris
Suffolk
Church of England
Gossins
Timbuctoo
Guy
Eton
Angela
Angela Tempest
Edwards
Refinished reminiscence items from long-ago local notices
Capt Phillips boat 78 forfeited as ferry under law. an appeal filed while it stayed under security. A 15-year-old named Thomas Dougherty was arrested for horse theft after borrowing a horse near Wilton and fleeing. trial ended with a stern lecture. Ja cob Butler inspires a brick walk on Second street. 30 years ago amateur regatta events in Muscatine Rowing assn include a single scull, double, and three oared barge races. Mrs N H Wood and daughter from Chicago visit. Ben Beach hosts sister Mrs Chumley from Winchester Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips
Thomas Dougherty
Harrisburg
Chicago
Newton
Wilton
Muscatine Rowing Association
N. H. Wood
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Ben Beach
Dr Chumley
Winchester
III
Business trip begins as A Davidson leaves for Boston
Four decades ago A Davidson of Davidson and Roach departs this evening on an extended business trip to Boston Massachusetts. Alice Dutton gave a Rock Island concert on the 14th with help from friends, lauded by the Rock Island Union. William Hall resumes control of billiard rooms opposite the depot and invites his old patrons back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Davidson
Davidson & Roach
Boston
Mass
Alice Dutton
Rock Island
Rock Island Union
William Hall
Barnard and Nellie Franklin Wed in Muscatine
20 YEARS AGO. The marriage took place at the M. E. parsonage in Muscatine on Sunday afternoon August 19 with Rev. W. G. Wilson officiating. Harry Barnard and Miss Nellie Franklin were joined in matrimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Parsonage
Muscatine
W. G. Wilson
Harry Barnard
Nellie Franklin
Vacation Notes and Local Moves Ten Years Ago
Ten years ago Richard Wier left for Devil's Lake North Dakota for a month long vacation. W F Bishop his wife and son Jerome spent a week with friends in Green Bay Wisconsin. Mrs H W Guy of Muscatine died suddenly in Rock Island Illinois on Tuesday evening. Charles Graff planned to build a cottage on Town Avenue and Chestnut Street on ground bought from J L Knopp on Ninth Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Wier
Devil’s Lake
North Dakota
W. F. Bishop
Jerome
Green Bay
Wis
H. W. Guy
Muscatine
Rock Island
Mns
Charles Graff
Town Avenue
Chestnut Street
Ninth Street
J. L. Knopp
Portrait of a London Bad Man Returns to the Street
Guy Charteris, tainted by public infamy, moves through fog and crowds toward his Hyde Park flat while reporters and haters jeer. He recalls old friends including a missing bond from Eton Oxford days and the pall of scandal follows him to Pall Mall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strand
England
Pall Mall
Wayfarers’ Club
Charteris
Guy
Eton
Oxford
Golden Medical Discovery Promoted By Dr Pierce
The Golden Medical Discovery by Dr. Pierce is extracted from golden seal root using glycerine and heat. It is promoted for weak stomach indigestion torpid liver and biliousness and for catarrhal bronchial and throat affections. It warns it will not cure consumption in advanced stages but may prevent progression if taken timely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Tor
Dr. Pierce
Republican State Convention set for Des Moines in September
Notice to Iowa Republicans announces a delegate convention in Des Moines on September 9 1908 to nominate a judge for the Iowa Supreme Court and conduct other business. It orders county chairs to convene August 29 1908 to select delegates, detailing representation by county and district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Electors of
Iowa
Republican State Central Committee of
Republicans of
Des Moines
Supreme Court
Charles A. Bishop
Republican Central Committee
Albert B. Cummins
Saeed
F. Franke
FE. P. Adler
County Convention Delegates to Meet August 29 1968
Republican delegates elected at the June 2 1908 primary will meet at the Court House at 11 am Saturday August 29 1968 to select 16 delegates to the state convention at Des Moines September 8 1908. E C Stocker chairman Co R Stafford secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Des Moines
E. C. Stocker
City board to accept new pest house this evening
The board of health meets in regular session at the City Engineer’s office this evening to inspect the completed pest house and arrange payment via a certified bill to the board of supervisors. The city finance committee will also convene tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Ryan
Board of Supervisors
City Finance Committee
Brainage District 2 Board Meeting Summary
The board of Brainage District No. 2 reports work completed at the district facilities. Directors discussed next steps and potential maintenance tasks arising from the completed project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brainage District No. 2
Board of
Engineers report completion of Drainage District No 2 work
Supervisors heard Engineer J. J. Ryan submit a report announcing the completion of work in Drainage District No 2 located in Pike and Orono townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Ryan
Pike
Orono
Deafness Cure Declared By Constitutional Remedies
Advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure as the remedy for deafness caused by catarrh. Claims local applications fail, Eustachian tube inflammation leads to hearing loss, and promises one hundred dollars for any case cured by the remedy. Advises requesting circulars and mentions Druggists sell other products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Slall
Suspect Arrested in B and E at Peter Mohnsen Shop
Henry Lorenzen was arrested by Officer Decester in Grossheim's launch for breaking into the Peter Mohnsen shop and stealing a pair of boat oars. No case will be heard Friday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Mohnsen
Henry Lorenzen
Decester
Grossheim
Dr King's New Life Pills Advertised Cure
An old advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a remedy for chronic constipation and related symptoms including headache stomach liver and bowel trouble sold at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store for 25 cents.
Kalona Notes On Local Visits And Trips
Kalona residents report varied activities with relatives and friends. Glenn Roup visited his uncle in Wellman on Tuesday. Mrs. Glyn Jones traveled to Mt. Pleasant to visit friends. Mrs. Carvie Roup went to Colfax on a business mission. Mrs. C. Snair attends the chautauqua in Iowa City and visits relatives. L. G. Shaver and wife were visitors in Iowa City and nearby communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kalona
Glenn Roup
Wellman
Glyn Jones
Mt. Pleasant
Carvie Roup
Colfax
C. Snair
Iowa City
L. G. Shaver
Local residents visit and errands across towns
Chris Wahl of Wellman county visited the Syl Sharp home this week. E L Palmer and wife traveled to Cedar Rapids on Saturday to visit their daughter Mrs E L Ackerman. Henry Lauser will run the store during Ora Roger's absence in Davenport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris Wahl
Wellman Country
Syl Sharp
E. L. Palmer
Cedar Rapids
E. L. Ackerman
Henry Lauser
Ora Roger
Davenport
Open Plumbing Advice From a Disinterested Source
A humorous remark suggests replacing disease breeding plumbing with open plumbing. The speaker notes doctors might share this view and positions the message as practical home maintenance guidance.
Also Mentioned on This Page
She Journal BY Journal Printing CO
L. P. Loomis
Vincai Paper
Cry
Associated Ress
McLver
Lee Newspaper
Oyndicate
Lueuing T Press Associa
Tion
Aeris
Sulsdrivers
Kvecklerville
Chayka'’s
West Hill
J. H. Fuller
Bell
Mississippi Valley
Scccseees
Bryan and Pudding
Ostetter
Chapter
Jacob Butler
Second Street
St. Clement Dane's
Hyde Park
Hextra Speshul
Canada
Montrose
J. L. Giesler
E. Klepper
Wagner Bros
California i Strup Co
Wes
J. K. Tyler
Wm. Bokenkamp
2Nd St
Ute
Ture
Wittich Bros
Jewely
Swan
Jewelry
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!