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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1900
Page
6
All subscribers in Muscatine who have not yet received ten copies should call at once to obtain their directory. The notice urges prompt action to ensure delivery and access.
Washington reports the United States and Russia agree on avoiding war in China as Li Hung Chang’s rehab and a peaceable return to Beijing are pursued. Two Russian notes influenced moves, one opposing naval interdiction of Li and the other urging withdrawal of allied troops from Peking.
The United States invites remaining powers to state their desires for peace negotiations regarding Li Hung Chang. Delays by powers hinder a settlement while Russia, Japan, and others adjust troop movements. A dispatch from Che Foo notes more troops arriving and the imperial palace to be entered, with Prince Ching expected soon.
An old ad from Ster.euedy Co. Chicago promotes sparing pills claiming kidney benefits. It offers a free sample to entice readers to try the product and consider purchases.
A boxing match in New York ended in the fifth round as Corbett defeated McCoy by knockout at Madison Square Garden. The bout featured early exchanges, sustained offense by Corbett in the decisive round, and McCoy being unable to rise before the count of ten.
Aug 31 Indianapolis reports Mrs Mc Whiter president of the Indiana WCTU denies organizational involvement in sending out a presidential prayer chain pledge urging women to pray for McKinley defeat. Secretary Mary E Balch admits ordering pledges printed and sent, calling it an executive act. Balch campaigns amid anger over army canteen policy.
Terre Haute Indiana reports the McKenzie home for dependent children closed by the board of children's guardians amid stories of cruelty. A five year old boy allegedly was lowered into a cistern by rope around his waist and drenched, with other children bearing marks of violent beatings.
Wilmington announces Hon. Alfred W. Waddel seeks the U.S. Senate to replace Marion Butler. Other candidates are Democratic State Chairman F. M. Simmons and General Julian S. Carr. The Democratic primary to choose the nominee is set for November 6.
Helena Montana obituary notes the death of M. A. Hough in Los Angeles. A 1864 plains traveler, he helped establish the first Methodist church in Helena in 1865 and served long as its pastor, marking a cornerstone of northwest Methodism.
Charles Flynn and Frank Moore, after using forged checks to secure large sums in Fond du Lac Stevens Point Beloit and other Wisconsin cities, arrived in Chicago Tuesday and were arrested yesterday. They await Beloit police chief Applebys arrival.
Acting Governor Warder announces a $200 bounty for the arrest of the murderer of John and Mary Bobb who were slain in Stephenson county on August 25 by a tramp. La Crosse Republicans rejoice Roosevelt will speak twice in La Crosse on September 10.
Rev Francis S McCabe a Presbyterian pastor with wide western renown died at his Topeka home Wednesday night aged 77 He previously lived in Peru Indiana and was prominent in church work across the region.
The Census Bureau reports Evansville Indiana has 59,007 residents, up from 50,756 in 1890, an increase of 8,251 persons or 16.26 percent.
Pain relief product called Lightning Pain Killer offered by druggists at 25 cents with claims of rapid relief and wide availability.
Traveler's Guide notes daily service to Montezuma with passenger trains at 8 10 am and 7 10 pm and freight at 8 am and 6 pm, excluding Sundays. The Muscatine division timetable covers arrivals from Montezuma for both passenger and freight movements.
With the baseball season near end and colleges reopening, football becomes talk again. Iowa State University looks promising with a veteran team this year and Muscatine plans to field a squad. Organizing efforts indicate a serious football campaign with clean games on home grounds.
Spalding's Foot Ball guide cites two major rule changes for 1900. Rule 21 adds a twenty yard retreat limit to prevent abuse, while Rule 28 shifts offside penalties from loss of ball to a ten yard penalty, altering incentives for attackers and defenders.
Davenport Rock Island Northwestern Railway Co to arrive at Davenport Iowa. No 1 Sioux City Omaha and Chicago routes listed with connections. Daily except Sunday service noted under General Passenger Agent L F Berry.
Daily trains operate except Sunday with No. 2 running regardless of No. 1 and No. 4 running regardless of No. 3. Connections available to Burlington and South via B C R N and from Burlington to Muscatine with Iowa Central to points east west and north.
A Cedar River area resident asked the Journal for clarifications on game law expiration. Hunters from West Liberty claimed the law had expired. they were warned their actions broke the law. E. E. Davidson of the Muscatine Rod and Gun Club can provide copies of the game and fish laws. The prairie chicken protection ends September 1 while the quail law ends November 1.
The Muscatine Maroons host West Liberty on September 2 on local grounds in a midweek baseball match up. West Liberty vs Muscatine rivalry heats the slate as both teams seek early season momentum.
To quit tobacco easily and forever be magnetic full of vitality take No To Bac the wonder worker that makes weak men strong All druggists 50c or 1 Cure guaranteed Booklet and sample free Address Sterling Remedy Co Chicago or New York.
The M E church infant class received ice cream cake and candy from teacher Mrs Frank Leim Kuehler. Children played on the lawn as their outing was described as a big time by attendees. Numerous residents are mentioned in short notes: Chas Schmidt rents the Miller farm in Goshen township for spring move, Fred Miller Sr and family head to Des Moines for the State fair, Cyrus Lyons and bride visit, John Hirshman returns to Arkansas, G A R gathering in Chicago, L C Healy plans a new house on Besley farm, Ernst Ritter visits, F A Maurer and John Evans travel to the State fair.
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