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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1907
Page
3
Journal Agencies Directory for City Readers
The Journal lists city agency locations for reader convenience including East Hill Clay Kneesse Grocery Fast 2nd street and South Muscatine Mobse Washburn's grocery Fond of street car track W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey Brenna.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Hill
Clay Kneesse
2Nd Street
South Muscatine
Bse Washburn's
W. C. A. Busch
Hershey Brenna
Sworn Circulation Statement for Muscatine Journal July 1907
Notarized affidavit states the Muscatine Journal printed and circulated a specified number of copies during July 1907. The document, sworn August 12, 1907, by William R. Jay, Notary Public, lists daily print counts for July and confirms totals for Muscatine County Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Journal
Rewekad Eben
Perenne
Nate Galas
Tenchusaxv
de Solemnig
P_ Muscatine Co
State of
Iowa
William
R. Jay
Tariff Revision Debate Divides Employers and Critics
A newspaper discussion weighs against immediate tariff revision until after the presidential election. The National Association of Manufacturers calls for a pro tective tariff while warning against centralizing power in a federal commission. The creed argues for a liberal tariff to protect American industries and ensure steady operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Association
Congress
The
Tariff Reform Proposals Urge Nonpartisan Commission
A 1910s tariff reform call argues for a nonpartisan tariff commission with semi judicial powers to study schedules. The goal is to remove tariff politics, ensure equity, and adjust protections within set minimum and maximum limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Interstate Commerce Commission
Illinois university funds show modest state support
The Illinois State University president released a summary of state appropriations totaling 2 207 790 dollars, with 190 000 for buildings and about 290 000 for engineering and agriculture research. He notes running expenses under three quarters of a million annually and contrasts with private universities while praising results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
University of Illinois
State University of Illinois
Illinois State University
Harvard
Yale
Columbia
Princeton
Pennsylvania
Hopkins
Chicago
Northwest
Progressive label and Taft support draw debate
The piece argues that some newspapers mock Taft supporters who lack progressivism marks and asserts the author has read Taft speeches and finds them loyal to the Republican cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taift
Thesare
Reminiscences of Long Ago Fifty Years Ago
Mulberry street gains respectability with near level sidewalks paving under way. Two youths fined one dollar and costs for trying to black each other’s eyes. Mr Bartlett of Muscatine Island supplies forty acres of potatoes aiming for 8000 bushels. Fall of Davenport delivered a sermon to a large audience. I W Childs finds and recovers his lost earnings tucked in a brown paper near Graham's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mulberry
Bartlett
Muscatine Island
Fall
Davenport
I. W. Childs
Carpenter
Graham
Removal notice for dress and cloak makers Miss A E and P Knox
Forty years ago items report the move of Miss A E and P Knox dress and cloak makers to a room above Geiss's drug store. An accident note mentions a boy named Harris injuring a foot with an axe while chopping wood. Another report states an Hershey's mill employee named Lawrence losing two fingers on his left hand to a circular saw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. and
P. Knox
Geiss
Harris
Lawrence
Hershey’s Mill
Muscatine Browns Triumph 28 10 In Baseball Tilt
Muscatine Browns defeated Rock Island Central City 28 to 10 in an exciting game. Batteries: Muscatine McCord C Whistler P Rock Island Freeman C Murratt P. A marriage license was issued today to Henry Edgington and Nettie Heckmeir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Muscatine Browns
Rock Island Central City
Browns
McCord C
Whistler P
Rock Island
Freeman C
Murratt P
Henry Edgington
Nettie Heckmeir
Abe Rothschild Confirmed in Jewish Rite at Hebrew Synagogue
Thirty years ago the thirteenth birthday celebration for Master Abe son of David Rothschild of this city featured his confirmation to the Jewish faith at the Hebrew synagogue. The ceremony was performed by Rev.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe
David Rothschild
Hebrew Synagogue
Endorsement Marks Silent Call For Convention Standard Bearer
The speaker urges support while offering tariff recommendations and avoiding rigid infallibility. He argues Republicans should accept him as a satisfactory national convention standard bearer despite disagreements within the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Prizes Named In Local Girl Baby Show
Ten years ago prizes were awarded in a girls baby show with winners in several categories. Edna Detthoff won fattest, Fern Nessier won blue eyes, Clare Teichmiller red hair, Lulu Lloyd and Frieda Pierson tied for colored, and twins Florence and Gertrude were noted with their mother Mrs. M Hacker. Mr and Mrs Eugene Goddard of Fairport mourn their 6 year old son who died last night and his funeral is set for Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glyde Beach
Fern Nesper
Eva Cramer
Edna Detthoff
Mildred Hacker
Fern Nessier
Clare Teichmiller
Lulu Lloyd
Frieda Pierson
Gertie Lloyd
Florence and
Gertrude
M. Hacker
Eugene Goddard
Fairport
Yale Professor Claims Hades Is A Person Not A Place
Ottumwa Courier reports Professor Thom as Day Seymour of Yale University has concluded that Hades is the name of a person rather than a location. If his theory is correct, Hades could be a nickname or alias referring to an individual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
Thomas Day Seymour
Yale University
Hades
Telegraphers Strike Shows Mixed Victory Claims
Both sides claim victory in the telegraphers dispute while observers see the union side gaining leverage. Strikers remain out of work and fractured into individual actions as morale sours and leadership hardens in stalled negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Couradies
Dubuque Newspapers Critique Davenport Liquor Compromise
The Dubuque press criticizes the Davenport liquor compromise as a sign of the town’s strong law abiding stance. The piece notes renewed zeal from new supporters of tighter liquor controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Dubuque
Davenport
Mrs Leroy Ware Threatens Five More If Husband Goes
The Oskaloosa Herald reports Mrs. Leroy Ware wife of a prominent Iowa bank wrecker hints she will sponsor five more offenders if her husband is sent to prison. The state penitentiary reportedly had available beds at the time of the latest note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oskaloosa
Leroy Ware
Iowa
Oil firm pleads mercy over lack of rivals in court
The Standard Oil company pleads for mercy by arguing no competitors existed to injure. The Clinton Herald compares the plea to a murder defendant claiming leniency because he was an orphan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Company
Clinton Herald
What the Human Race Owes to the Moon
A current maga zine article debates Moon influence and benefits. The piece notes no action will occur while Luna controls the issue and avoids collection by agencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton Herald
Luna
Keokuk Gate City backs Senator Allison unanimously
The Keokuk Gate City editorial commends Senator Allison as a conspicuous national figure and calls for unanimity in expressing gratitude for a life of usefulness to Iowa. It argues the state cannot be governed by selfishness and urges strong support in the political moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keokuk Gate City
Allison
United States
Iowa
Missouri roads face freight rate law clash
The article argues Missouri roads shifted operating costs to freight service to appear unable to bear a two cent fare. It notes the conflict between legal limits and financial tactics, calling attention to a disastrous situation on the upper road and tensions with Indigenous peoples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Kansas City Justice Sets Drunkenness Fine Pattern
A man charged with drunkenness and beating his wife faced a Kansas City justice who fined him 100 dollars to be paid weekly, with all installments going to his wife and family. This justice’s approach is urged as a model for other lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Harriman Loses Control of Alton Road Share
The report says Harriman has lost control of the Alton road after a period of substantial gains. It questions what remains for the next possessor and whether any value is left to claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriman
Alton Road
Wedded Bliss Article Hint From Senator Beveridge
Davenport Times notes a magazine feature titled Wedded Bliss may appear from Senator Beveridge soon as part of a press commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Beveridge
Rockefeller stance promotes cheap advice to nation
The piece portrays Rockefeller as adopting a blunt approach that the nation should take heed but not overvalue advice, summarizing his attitude as practical and frugal in counsel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodge Messenger
Rockefeller
Republican contenders on hand with Taft second in Iowa races
The Iowa City Republican and the Cedar Rapids Republican attend with Taft second. Both names indicate they are Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
Rockefeller eggs not all in one basket claim echoed
Marshalltown Times-Republican notes Mr. Rockefeller warns his eggs are not all in one basket and suggests he may be hatching another hold-up scheme like the Stand ard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshalltown
Rockefeller
Uncle Joe Cannon Cuts Smoking Rate At Least
Burlington Gazette reports that Uncle Joe Cannon has reduced his daily cigar intake from fifteen to three, marking a notable behavioral shift. The town awaits further details on whether this change signals broader revisions in his public stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Gazette
Joe Cannon
Rmit
Experimental Baggage Smashing Exposé by a French Artist
Jules Dupree discusses American baggage smashers in New York. He recounts a Washington test where a weak grip sack is hurled and broken, then damaged in Philadelphia and Chicago, finally smashed open in Sioux City, warning to take care with his companion Constance Learing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jules Dupree
Constance Learing
Wolf, Mont
New York
America
Washington
Philadelphia
Chicago
Sioux City
Indianapolis Star
The Extreme Penalty Joke From Courtroom Tale
A St Louis Times item recalls Lord Russell visiting Scotland to aid Liberals. He starts with mock Scotch, then declares he votes and drinks Scotch, winning applause. As a youth, Russell heard a bigamy case and a friend asked the extreme penalty. he quipped two mothers in law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Russell
Scotland
Russell
St. Louis Times
Last Supreme Effort To Cure Constipation Pills
An advertisement urges a final supreme effort to cure constipation and biliousness with Dr King's New Life Pills, priced at 25 cents, from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Havercamp’s
The Spoilers Cut This Out and Keep
A brief note instructs to set aside a copy for later reading with a warning of future use. It emphasizes not reading now if not desired, suggesting a later opportunity to peruse.
The Gambler's Downfall At The Faro Table
In a crowded saloon scene Glenister succumbs to gambling frenzy as Cherry plots to ruin him. The Bronco Kid intensifies the pace with higher limits while a cunning case-keeper swap shifts control to Cherry who aims to break Glenister’s streak and expose his weakness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cherry
Glenister
Faror
Faro Js
Chery
Bronco
Toby
Mexico Mullins
Rey
Favorite Prescription Advocates Unicorn Root and Golden Seal
The article cites editors and doctors praising Unicorn root and Golden Seal as key ingredients in Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women's ailments. It lists indications such as back pain with leucorrhea, amenorrhea, flooding, and general reproductive weakness, and references authorities from Bennett Medical College and Jefferson Medical College supporting their use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
John Fyfe
Tuk Ecitectic Medicar Review
Helenias
Fyfe
Finley Ellingwood
Bennett Medical College
Chicago
John M. Scudder
Cincinnati
R. Bartholow
Jefferson Medical College
Marriage License Lyrics in The Circle
Literary note quotes Martha Young in The Circle describing a scene where a character debates returning to town for a marriage license Adeline salang and keeping the name Sal while claiming a two dollar difference in cost. The exchange highlights identity and legal name choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massa
Adeline
Martha Young
The Opal's Death Watch Poem Excerpt
A Septembers Bohemian verse fragment describes a death scene with burning embers fading, cold ash, and a dim room. The speaker recalls blood stained palms and a pale bloom as a lover who cherished flowers contemplates mortality.
The Wedding Gown by Josephine Preston Peabody
A poem in which the speaker imagines a bridal gown as an ideal, dazzling gift. The speaker insists the gown is not for him but for the one beloved, contrasting moonlight and sunlight with the purity of whiteness and dove brightness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josephine Preston Peabody
Interurban Railroad Planned From Walnut to Coast Bluff
Assurances indicate an inter urban railroad will be built linking Walnut to Co Sect Blinffs with completion aimed for fall and winter. Local officials promise rapid progress and project support from regional governments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walnut
CoSecti
Masonic Lodges and Chapters Monthly Meetings Listed
Society cards detail Iowa Lodge No. 2 A F and A M regular meeting on the first Tuesday evening each month with W M A W Scott and Secretary S L Johnson. Washington Chapter No. 4 R M holds stated convocation on the second Friday with officials W B McCoy and Fr Webb Cornell. Stein's music hall hosts Royal and Select Masters stated assembly on the third Thursday with T Lm Lezotte and Recorder S L Johnson. De Molay Commandery No. 1 ET regular conclave on the third Wednesday with G D Lezotte and HL Grat as recorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
A. M
A. W. Scott
W. M
L. Johnson
Washington
W. B. McCoy
Webb Cornell
Royal and Select Masters
Stein’s Music Hall
G .D. Lezotte
T. Lm
DE Molay Commandery No
G. D. Lezotte
B. W. HL Grat
O R M Musquitine Tribe No 95 Meeting Notice
O R M Musquitine Tribe No 95 meets every Thursday at 8 p m in K O T M ball Visiting chiefs are invited to attend the meetings Dr H Johnson Dean Sachem FE Gof C of BR
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. R. M. Musquitine Tribe No. 95
K. O
Modem Woodmen of America Camp Holds Weekly Meetings
M. W. of A. Muscatine Camp No 106 conducts regular weekly meetings Tuesdays at Woodmen Hall Olds Block. W I k Ashton serves as Consul and J A Leyda as Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. W
A. Muscatine Camp
No. 106
Woodmen of America
Woodmen Ball
Olds' Block
W. Ik, Ashton
J. A. Leyda
Bend City Lodge 145 Meets Twice Monthly at K of P Hall
Modern Brotherhood of America lodge MS3A Bend City Lodge No. 145 meets on the first and third Mondays at the K of P building. Dr E H King serves as president and Chas Ryan as secretary. Members in good standing are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
Shammo Building
East Second St
Alfred Moore
K. P. Day
Bankers Reserve
Woodman Hall
Wm. Appel
J. B. Vanatta
Charles Lockwood
Bend City
Modern Brotherhood of America
K. of P
E. HU. King
Chas, Ryan
Muscatine Court
H. G. Schoenig
J. C. Coster
Muscatine Castle
Woodmen Hall
Alexander W. Scott
Elma Scott
Eagle Lodge No
K. P. Hall
Iowa Avenue
W. F. Schoenig
H. S. Howe
E. H. Dojsen
Woodbine Camp 742 Royal Neighbors Meeting Notice
Woodbine Camp No 742 Royal Neighbors of America meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month. Officers listed include Oracle Mrs Kate Dunker Recorder Mrs Kata Parvin and Receiver Mrs Cora McVoy. Visiting neighbors in good standing are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodbine Camp NO
Royal Neighbors OF America
Kate Dunker
Oracle
Kata Parvin
Cora McVoy
Iowa Legion OF Honor
Argus Lodge No. 17
Maccabee Hell On
Iowa Avenue
W. Chenoweth
A. C. Hopkinson
G A R Shelby Norman Post meeting notice
G A R HEADQUARTERS Shelby Norman Post No 231 meets the 61st and third Tuesdays each month at G A R hall East Second street Visiting members welcome Commander A B Rebmel Adjutant Gus Schmidt
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelby Norman
G. A. R. Hall
East Second Street
A. B. Rebmel
Gus. Schmidt
Elks Muscatine Lodge Meets Weekly at Elks Mall
B P O Elks Muscatine Lodge No 304 holds Monday meetings at o'clock sharp at the Elks Mall 122 Iowa Avenue over Cook Musser Bank. Visitors welcome. Dr H Johnson Dean EB B W Richards secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. P. O. Elks
Muscatine Lodge NO
Elks Mall
Iowa Avenue
Cook, Musser Bank
Elks
H. Johnson Dean
B. W
Brotherhood of American Yeomen and Muscatine Aerie Notices
The text lists two fraternal bodies in Muscatine. Brotherhood of American Yeomen, Homestead No. 336, meets Wednesdays in Yeomas hall above Jack Wisch & Sons hardware on East Second street with Foreman J. M. L. Payne and Correspondent Mrs. B. C. Ingraham. Muscatine Aerie No. 815 holds Tuesdays at 8 PM in Eagle Lodge ball above Dunbar restaurant with W. C. Towers as W P and John P. Breen as Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Vyeomen
Muscatine Homestead No
Yeomas Hall
Jack Wisch & Sons
East Second Street
J. M. L. Payne
B. C. Ingraham
Muscatine Aerie No
Eagle Lodge
Dunbar
W. C. Towers
W. P
John P. Breen
Local fraternal lodge meeting schedule brief
oO and G Electa Chapter No 22 meets the second and fourth Mondays monthly. Mrs Fannie Reinicke is Worthy Matron and Mrs August Othmer is Secretary. Muscatine Lodge No 5 meets every Monday at 7 30 pm. Miriam Lodge No 27 IX of H meets second and fourth Fridays at 7 20 pm. Prairie Encampment No meets first and third Fridays at 7 30 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oo. &. G. Electa
Fannie Reinicke
W. M
August Othmer
Sec’y
Muscatine
Miriam Lodge
IX of
Prairie Encampment
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Journal Printing CO
Associated Press
Syndite
Iowa Evening Press Association
Kecklerville
Charka‘s Grocery
West Hill
Sherrer's Grocery
Bell
Mississippi Valley
Hoatetter
Teen
Society
Masonic
Pocahontas
Romona
Maccabee Hall
Emii Krans
Pocahonta
Milo Smith
Hecorda
Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming Lodge No. 76
KE P
Ag. K. L. Kember
F. L. Bibimeler
First National Bank
Cook, Musser & Co, Bank and Trust CO
P. M
C. Cook
B. Cook
Faible
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