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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1902
Page
3
The Ohef Journal of Muscatine notes it is entered as Second Class Mail Matter. The Daily Journal publishes every evening on weekdays except Sunday, while the Semi-Weekly Journal runs 8 pages on Tuesdays and 12 pages on Friday nights.
The notice asserts Muscatine papers achieve circulation higher than all rivals combined and at least triple the figure of any other daily.
A brief notice lists G. Logan Payne representing a party against LACOSTE and MAXWELL with addresses at 925 Marquette Building Chicago and 140 Nassau Street New York. The item records a legal matter notice without further details.
The Journal lists agency locations in Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery and End of street car track. Extra papers will be sold there each night and regular subscribers can pick up missed copies at these agencies.
The Marion Register recalls the Cedar Rapids Gazette critique of party paragraphs on prohibition. It notes Senator Harlan's stance that prohibition was not part of the platform and argues the Iowa GOP never adopted a prohibition plank, urging Republicans to stay true to popular rule and history.
The article argues Cuba will raise import tariffs as a source of revenue, targeting American farm goods and essential imports. It cites corn and flour import levels, predicts sharp tariff hikes on these items, and notes Cuba's need to tax everyday necessities rather than luxury goods to boost government income.
The piece argues taxes will yield substantial returns and frames retaliatory claims as largely unfounded. It characterizes the issue as a straightforward logic of policy, dismissing moonshine notions of revenge.
The Journal calls on railroad companies to allow reporters access to accident details, arguing swift accurate reporting benefits the public and reduces rumor. It notes officials barred coverage of the Lettsville wreck and even ejected a reporter from a work train.
The piece argues that Muscatine politicians thrive on misfortune and calamity. It notes storms and floods causing bridge failures, then mocks the party in power for Schadenfreude and internal dissension. The author labels the party as retrogressive and urges acceptance of this political dynamic as a necessary evil.
All eyes on Clinton as the second district delegates prepare to nominate the next congressman. Muscatine backs William Hoffman as the strongest candidate, while recognizing the risk conventions may alter the outcome. The district remains loyal to its chosen Republican path.
The writer argues Muscatine should question Des Moines about pursuing a murderer. The piece asserts the country is organized to detect crime and predicts a crew will be provided to bring the murderer of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Tuman to justice.
Ottumwa News notes religious excitement as Mor mon evangelists spread tales of the end times and gain converts in the city. Centerville paper counts 81 Smiths in Appanoose County, a notably large family. Democratic judicial convention in Ottumwa nominates four judges H E Vallentyne J A Campbell J J Smith and Geo P Sours. State horticulture reports forecast good winter apple crops in southeast Iowa and fair crops in southwest Iowa while grape prospects decline due to wet weather fungal diseases.
A description extols a tailored light grey cheviot gown for women with a plain, figure flattering silhouette. The article notes such gowns are rarer and distinguished by cut, material, and finish, highlighting a ceviot fabric and closely fitted gore skirt in an approved light grey style.
The passage describes an upper portion flare below the knees a fitted single breasted body coat with a small basque at the sides and a curving hip seam. The coat collar and sleeve finish use a smooth cheviot facing with Persian pierced pattern overlaid on vivid figured pannc providing distinctive color and individuality.
The Davenport Democrat commends J. J. Seerley as a highly qualified candidate for the Democratic congressional nomination in Iowa's First District. Burlington Gazette also speaks well and believes he could win, but notes party opposition over free silver stance and hints he may withdraw.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil notes the Waterloo Courier favors the younger Boies and asks other papers to “tote fair, please.” It questions how Waterloo will handle the candidacy when the campaign truly heats up.
The Marshalltown Times Republican advises women to cultivate graces and be ready to marry when the way opens. It suggests the path will be smoother if they do their share in a modest way to find a lifelong partner.
The Waterloo Reporter asserts the tariff will be revised and focuses on who will lead the change. The question shifts from whether to who. are the friends of protection or its opponents driving the revision.
The Burlington Hawkeye notes the national platform stance while the Des Moines Register and Leader counters that it is a strong base to stand on. The exchange signals rising tensions as opposing papers push for clear positions and action.
The Keokuk Gate City argues the Democratic Party has no use for the American soldier, claiming the party is traditionally against the government the soldier serves. The piece frames the soldier's role as essential to national unity and government standing.
The Estherville Republican comments that a few free silver democrats roam the area, calling them scarce and harmless and noting they attract little attention from residents.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette hails a joyous political day as an independent pursues a long-fought objective. The piece notes the goal and the battles endured to reach this moment in Iowa politics.
A Republican in Iowa City says that since people favor both tariff planks in the platform, it is all right. The remark frames a pragmatic take on the tariff issue amid local political discussion.
The Montezuma Democrat asks readers whether Cato Selis is a fool or a political knave in a provocative editorial inquiry.
A disclaimer explains the Journal provides a medium for writers to express ideas and does not approve or disapprove of the sentiments. The note clarifies editorial stance and grants free use of the column space for opinion.
Iowa brief notes a Sioux City street fair set for September 22 to 27 known as the Elks big fair. The district court docket in Wapello county shows sixty divorce actions for the August term. Gov Cummins paroles E S Jenks who was sentenced to five years for forgery in Scott county.
A taxpayer complains about deteriorating conditions on East Second Street near the Mad Creek foundry. weeds fill the worn boardwalk and stock piled debris crowds pedestrians, making passage nearly impossible for blocks amid dirty, impassable sides. Residents urge responsible officials to act and restore safe passage.
Decorah Republican notes Mr. Mahin's fifty years as editor and lists living veteran editors from Iowa newspapers. Names include John Mahin, W. W. Junkin, Edmund Booth, J. J. Richardson, George D. Perkins, H. A. Burrell, E. A. Snyder, S. W. Rathbone, C. H. Austin, Joseph Ejsboeck, with omissions and corrections adding Mead, Bailey, Talmadge, May, and Eaton among long-serving editors.
Washington reporters note expected GOP strength in Iowa with rivals Henderson and Boies in bold clash, Lacey Reese feud, second district contest shaping as Democrats’ target. Also updates on Aguinaldo travel talks, pneumatic mail tubes bids, and the Vesuvius cruiser’s troubled fate.
The Iowa Central railway offers very low priced tickets to St Paul Minneapolis and Minnesota resorts with return through October 31. The Minnesota summer resorts are praised for health and recreation benefits with ample opportunities for fishing. Consult Iowa Central agents for details.
W G Block general agent for the Diamond Jo line can sell excursion tickets to Clinton and return for 1 25. Tickets on sale from July 19 to August 22. Return trip limited to August 30. Issued on instruction from Isaac P Lusk G P A. Event is the Mississippi Valley Spiritualists association annual meeting.
Iowa Central Railway announces a new Limited sleeping car and coach service from Elrick Junction at 7 39 p m daily to Minneapolis arriving 8 00 a m Travelers to the Twin Cities and Northwest are urged to note the fast low rate service and consult the local ticket agent for details
The Iowa Central Railway announces a new sleeping car service from St. Paul and Minneapolis to Kansas City St Louis and Peoria for quick travel and convenient overnight trips. The Limited departs Elrick Junction daily at 7 57 am for Peoria and eastern destinations. See local ticket agent.
The Iowa Central railway offers special low rate excursion tickets to Clear Lake every Saturday through Sept 30, with return Monday. A quick, affordable outing for busy people. ask your local ticket agent for details.
Iowa Central offers round trip fares from all Iowa points to Des Moines for the State Fair from August 21 to 30. Tickets good until September 1. The fair promises to excel prior years and draw big crowds.
Iowa Central will sell Aug 21 to 30 tickets at one fare for round trip to Des Moines for the fair from Aug 22 to Aug 30 1902. The event promises a great year with a favorable return limit until September 1 expanding travel options.
Iowa Central railway offers greatly reduced one way tickets to Minnesota and North Dakota and South Dakota for harvest hands and laborers through August 19.
A family signs a card of thanks to neighbors who assisted them after their father’s death, expressing gratitude for support during bereavement.
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