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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1902
Page
3
Terms by mail postage paid for various study periods. Daily one year daily six months daily one month semi weekly six months. Circulation guaranteed greater than all other Muscatine papers combined and at least three times that of any other daily.
The Journal lists agencies in Kecklerville West Muscatine and South Muscatine where extra papers are sold each night. Subscribers missing by the carrier can obtain papers at Sharrar Morse Washburn and other agency locations.
A list of county and state officials appears, naming Davis County Treasurer and State editor A B F Carroll, with Winnebago County Attorney G S Gilbertson and supervisor W Mullan among the positions. The fragment indicates appointments or roles in local government.
The Republican central committee of Muscatine County Iowa calls a delegate convention at Muscatine courthouse on September 13 1902 at 11 o clock to nominate candidates for county offices including Auditor Clerk Recorder Attorney and two Supervisors Representation will be apportioned by township ward and votes for Governor Cummins in 1901 Readable fragments list townships wards and apportioned delegates plus committee officers invite delegates to attend caucuses and result in early caucus filing.
A Harvester trust organized in Trenton New Jersey last week has a capital of 120000000. It includes five of the largest implement makers in the nation and most of the capital is dedicated to the business. The promoters claim aims to keep prices low through economies. The capitalization is conservative and none of the new stock is offered to the public. The directors note raw material prices have risen and new economies are needed to maintain machinery prices. The manufacturers see their welfare as tied to farmers and pledge good faith.
Former Colorado figure E O Wolcott announces he will quit the state and seek a sea bound life after closing his business interests. He cites hostility from women voters over his stance on suffrage and a past divorce case as factors in his decision. He warns women’s influence in state politics is strong and vows to relocate to avoid their opposition.
Polk County Democrats reaffirm the Kansas City platform while Iowa congressional and many county conventions follow suit. The state party reorganization to include the Cleveland wing is expected to be deferred as many traditional Democrats vote Republican and see no issue with the results.
The Montezuma Republican argues against Mr. Reese for congress in the Sixth district, claiming he has only one idea as a coal miners’ advocate. The paper predicts Maj. Lacey’s re election with a record majority in the same district.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil reports Secretary Shaw's speech lacks a definite ring of approval for the Iowa platform. The paper indicates it has read the speech in full, noting no clear endorsement evident.
In a campaign note the Democrats declare the dinner pail full while acknowledging concerns over market quotations. The message signals support among urban voters but raises questions among farmers about prices and livelihood.
The Ottumwa Courier praises Secretary Shaw with a banner headline declaring his 1908 prospects. The paper signals strong support for Shaw's public service and political potential.
The Davenport Leader lists Muscatine men Irving B. Richman J M Gobble and Dr Ed B Fulham as possible congressional candidates. Johnson county implies Wade and Ball. Jackson county, Lambert. Clinton county may add Thomas Gobble. Scott county has several potential nominees, with Hoffmans support raising crucial party backing.
The passage notes a policy shift and unrest in management after a period of tension. It then recounts William Jennings Bryan’s press interaction regarding a written statement and a media handoff. Finally Des Moines showcased 1,000 goats on the rain-damaged track to provide a usable surface for racing.
Scott County Democrats discuss a man named Horne as a potential congressional candidate. The piece notes a dilemma in choosing a nominee and suggests that if Horne is chosen the choice may resolve the issue in November by eliminating him from contention.
Henry Watterson forecasts Democratic gains in two Iowa districts though distant and hedges with the note that time before the election could bring many disastrous chances. He even suggests a Democratic majority of 35 in the next House. Muscatine and Des Moines are highlighted for recent sensational incidents.
Republicans across Muscatine County show strong backing for William Hoff man. The district notes evident enthusiasm for his candidacy in multiple communities.
Keokuk Gate City reports the Second district Republicans are united behind William Hoffman for congress. The German nominee is praised for sound money protection for American industries and workers and national honor at home and abroad.
Walsh accuses Scott county Democrats of disorganization and seeks to regain party control by stirring silver issue and tilting state conventions. He charges distrust of the money question and criticizes sound money factions backed by national organization leaders.
A Tuesday crowd of thirty thousand at the state fair set a daily record. The event combined old soldiers’ reunion and children’s day boosting attendance, while last year’s lineup did not include a soldiers’ day.
Burlington Hawk-Eye lauds William Hoffman a German-born lawyer and Civil War veteran as theRepublican nominee for Congress in Iowa's Second District. It notes his education at Iowa State University and strong support from Republicans, sound money Democrats, and independents, with past district majorities cited.
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson says a record corn harvest in Iowa and the west will feed cattle by September and lift beef prices within three months. He notes global droughts and rising U.S. consumption as factors, but remains hopeful that corn turned to beef will ease prices.
The Iowa Central railway places tickets on sale at very low rates to St Paul Minneapolis and Minnesota resorts water trips returnable to Oct 31. Minnesota summer resorts offer health recreation and fishing. Consult Iowa Central agents for details.
The Iowa Central Railway introduces a sleeping car service from St. Paul and Minneapolis to Kansas City St. Louis and Peoria aimed at travelers seeking speed and convenience. The Limited departs Elrick Junction daily at 7 57 am for Peoria and the eastern points. See local ticket agent.
On September 2 9 16 and 23 1902 roun trip excursion tickets will be sold at an extremely low rate from all Iowa Central railway stations to points in Ohio and Indiana. Tickets valid 30 days from sale. For details contact local ticket agent or A B Cutts G P T A Minneapolis Minnesota.
Iowa Central offers round trip tickets from all Iowa points to Des Moines at one fare. Valid August 21 to 30 with return allowed until September 1. Fair promises to excel past years and attract many visitors.
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