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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1903
Page
3
Onejournal by Journal Printing Co. describes official paper status for City and County. Heavily circulated Muscatine daily and semi weekly editions are mailed with carrier delivery and low weekly rates.
Washington Bureau The Marlborough Harold J Mahin in charge New York Office 140 Nassau Street La Coste Maxwell in charge Chicago Office 948 Marquette Building Payne Young in charge
The Journal has set up agency offices at Kecklerville Chayka’s grocery West Muscatine Sharrar’s grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn’s grocery End of street car track W C A Busch’s Drug Store Hershey avenue for extra papers. Subscriptions missed by carriers can be obtained at these agencies each night.
The Philadelphia Saturday Evening Post questions whether keeping a child in a prolonged "over grown babyhood" serves happiness or growth. It asks if childhood should be extended, whether a brain benefits from exercise, and if seriousness equals dullness or if true ideals guide adult life. It weighs values of education, humor, and character.
Senator Lodge reintroduces a measure barring illiterate immigrants over fifteen who cannot read English, with exceptions for spouses and children. A prior similar bill passed the House in 1896 but was vetoed by President Cleveland for harshness. Advocates favor testing newcomers by conduct after arrival rather than literacy.
The notice states that England officially restricts the legal profession to men, denying women the right to pursue law based on sex. The stance is controversial, provoking critique of gender discrimination and equal access to professional careers.
At this distance observers suggest United States Steel might have benefited by retaining Mr Schwab rather than pursuing their current course.
A stalled dispute leaves Mr. Ziegler and Missouri unable to reach a consensus. Details remain unclear as negotiations pause and parties assess next steps amid ongoing disagreement.
Proclaimer John Alexander Dowie signals upcoming actions, urging supporters to watch for strategic moves and disclose plans soon. Public anticipation rises as he prepares the next stage of his campaign.
Political rhetoric warns that opposition senators may delay or derail the Panama Canal treaty. The remark implies potential partisan maneuvering and strategic leverage in ongoing negotiations.
The Iowa City Republican predicts the legislature will do nothing of importance because there is nothing of importance to be done.
The Keokuk Gate City suggests that much of the legislature will be spent in striking down undesirable bills rather than enacting new laws.
Council Bluffs Nonpareil reports a proposal to grant a liberal bonus to the discoverer of oil or gas in paying quantities in Iowa. The suggestion aims to spur exploration and development statewide.
The Alton Democrat laments tightening city measures on shippers to large livestock markets. It warns that farmers face growing pressure and hints that, if the system remains in trust, they may need to consolidate to defend their interests and labor.
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes the nation has never honored a president with three terms and argues many Americans see no good reason to make Grover Cleveland the exception. The quotation reflects public hesitation about extending presidential tenure beyond two terms.
The Burlington Hawkeye argues politics is the finest square game in the country while acknowledging crooked politicians. It claims honesty exists in politics as much as in business or elsewhere, framing the issue as a national question.
Queen of Roumania urges simple homes rich with books and art not luxury. She champions books as the main source of thought and education, saying mothers reading to children create priceless joy and that children should read to learn. She prefers a modest life with access to good books over indulgence.
Henry Clews comments on labor penalties and folly. Wages and union exactions rise to prohibitive levels under aggressive leadership. Winter likely to bring idle workers and a weakened labor movement, with excesses on both sides producing a setback in future agitation.
Scott Maxwell of Cordova Alabama, a cotton factory agent for Boston capitalists, praises the South and Alabama. He asserts southern people should handle local affairs and race questions without interference, predicts Alabama’s bright future, vast mineral wealth, and rapid Birmingham growth that could rival New Orleans in ten years.
John Mahin urges a state marshal system to prosecute liquor cases, clashing with Cedar Rapids Republican and Times-Republican on enforcement. The piece argues mass marshals threaten local option sentiment, warning such a force could backfire and delay temperance reform in Iowa.
In Hampton Chronicle copy from Friday reports Judge Evan's mare Susie died on the street. The 29 year old animal had been with the Evans family for 17 years and was deeply loved by the household. The family dog guarded the scene and reluctantly let the drayman remove the body after gentle coaxing.
The will of John Moore filed in probate in Quincy Illinois bequeaths 1000 dollars to Blessing hospital and Woodland Home. It states Moore and his dog Honey will be cremated together and buried in a zinc coffin in Davenport Iowa. B F Underwood is named to officiate the funeral, with another liberal to replace him if needed.
An advertisement extols CN as a safe, non-poisonous household disinfectant that eliminates germs, odors, and illness in kitchens and sick rooms. It claims authority from government and health boards, notes its safe use in homes, and markets 25 and 50 cent sizes with a booklet on household facts. Sold by Hizveramp's Prescription Drug Store at 203 East Second Street.
A West Philadelphia reader recalls the Cuban War and the fall of Santiago. An American in Italy, aided by an English-speaking Italian, translates headlines for him. The translator ends with a humorous note: the band played The Flag All Covered With Stars and It Will Be Very Warm in the City This Evening.
Mark E Swan, author of A Runaway Match and successor to the late Chas Hoyt, brings a fresh humor in his latest work. He cites A Runaway Match as his best production, with earlier hits Brown's in Town and The Kodak noted as laughable successes. Performances begin Friday December 4 at the Grand.
The fourth act shows Grace church interior at night during a wedding. The adventuress is shot by her lover at the altar, ending the expectant ceremony. The denouement reunites a separated couple, with Baby Gladys Smith as the Little Mother in a touching attic scene. Date is Thursday, Dec. 3.
Cleveland's Theatre in Chicago announces the military comedy Ours as the next attraction with a Sunday matinee on December 6. Mr. Cleveland plans to heavily feature the production with a fine military band and substantial efforts in every detail.
The comedy "Ours" with a large company of soldiers on stage departs for Sebastopol in a lively revival. It has enjoyed long runs in London and New York and is praised as the season’s first strong comedy at the Cleveland theatre. A new scene “The Hut in front of Sebastopol” is added. matinees run daily with special care for ladies and children seeking entertainment.
The passage argues that not all important scientific findings are dramatic yet many improve lives. It cites Herschel’s Uranus discovery contrasted with Anna’s hair research proving baldness stems from a germ. It notes Herpicide, marketed to destroy that germ, with samples offered by mail and a local drug store agent.
Kansas City reports detail the Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul line expanding influence on regional travel. Milwaukee formally applies for Union depot entry, with appointments including a southwestern passenger agent based in Kansas City and a new city ticket agent. George L. Cobb becomes the southwestern passenger agent with R A Laughlin moving to Kansas City as city ticket agent.
M Frew will assist in leadership as passenger men from Chicago offices are detached to boost business for the road especially for the new South Western Limited until permanent officials are chosen. Changes take effect December 1. Miller seeks Rock Island entry into Union Depot. application seen as foregone. A new telegraph system is being installed along Rock Island lines with instruments on trains for quick emergency communication.
Readers on upper Broadway notice a bright glass tube lamp giving intense daylight like glow. The mercury vapor lamp is touted as cheapest efficient lighting but emits a ghastly hue lacking red rays and alters surrounding colors in window displays.
Thursday December 3 details a confrontation over THE FATAL WEDDING by Theo Kremer. Sullivan Norris and Woods are noted in relation to the dispute, with publication dated events and literary attribution clarified.
Mothers of small children are advised that croup starts with hoarseness and a rough cough. Give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the first sign to dispel symptoms and avoid danger. The remedy is praised as safe, pleasant, and dependable, sold by all drug stores.
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