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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
3
The Journal issues a daily page with city notices and local business ads. It lists carriers for delivery and mail subscriptions, and names staff positions including publisher manager editor and advertising contacts.
A Muscatine city probe into mayoral and police chief conduct ends with a seven to one exoneration of the mayor and a four to four vote on the police chief. The uncertain outcome leaves Chief Hoffman under cloud and prompts calls for a definite resolution before the chief’s term ends.
A New York state penitentiary inmate at Sing Sing offers to undergo cancer infection to test contagion and cure prospects. The warden endorses the convict's alleged sincerity and heroic motive, saying the plan could aid countless cancer patients despite the ultimate personal risk.
A reflective piece urges sacrificing for humanity through living acts rather than death. It contrasts the costly heroism of dying for others with serving humanity by bringing real Christmas happiness to a needy child, emphasizing the joy and renewal found in living for others.
Nation's Capital reports on Georges Otis Smith director of the U S Geological Survey presenting at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers in Philadelphia. He sketches industrial prosperity for east west north and south driven by export of finished products, movement of raw materials, and regional advantages in coal iron ore hydroelectric power and phosphate rock. He cites four key elements of industry brain brawn money and material and notes transport expands markets.
Excerpts from the Muscatine Journal cover reminiscences across decades fifty forty thirty twenty and ten years ago. Notable items include a near-robbery on Water Street and Union Lumber Co. office, a Baptist ladies festival at Union Hall, Europe tours by Mrs. Hutchinson’s sister, a visit by John Winn from Argentina via Kansas City and railroad work ties, and a social at 160 North Mulberry with guests from 2 to 5.
A historic discussion on American industrial growth argues for expanding manufacturing and international trade over mere abundance of natural resources. It emphasizes coal, petroleum, natural gas, copper, and iron ore as national assets and notes widespread stateside mining, with calls to leverage new federal reserve support and avoid costly pork-barrel politics. The piece also cites wartime innovations and questions whether the nation can lead in peace as it does in war.
Cranston Iowa December events include visits by Merle Runyon and Mrs Barnhart family, Newt Benson and Virgil Bailey in town, Fern Trautman at Snyder and Boggs homes, and a November 27 recital at Grace Boggs home with a program featuring America and accordion pieces by Mr Paterson.
In a 1913 penniless memory tale, Angiel Barr returns to a cottage on Creauant road and finds Caroline singing with another man, recalling a past Maying promise. Disappointed, he hides in a hotel, unable to sleep as May first unfolds with memories of their early spring baskets and youth.
Edna Brookhart led a Thanksgiving day recital with Nellie Pergon Velma Peterson and Helen Brookhart performing a variety of pieces. Mr Peterson, Edna Brookhart, and others provided accordion selections. Mrs George Chase and Mrs Holiday, noted Muscatine music teachers, supplied the rest of the music for about thirty guests who enjoyed a roasted Koore supper before departing near midnight.
An old advertisement extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a trusted remedy for women during hardship and pain. It claims benefits for headaches backache menopause and related symptoms, asserting ingredients are listed on the wrapper and available in tablet or liquid form.
A fragmentary ad urges readers to send 20 cents for a bound book over 1000 pages with plates on nutrition and wild charge. It promises reception by return mail at prepaid charges and touts a medical advisory claim. Prominent names and exact details are garbled.
In a quiet village morning, Russell Barr wanders the woods gathering violet leaves and Mayday blooms for Carolina. He places the bouquet on her door via a hat and knocker, then flees, leaving her curious and hopeful as she discovers the hidden gift with the initials CHZ.
Caroline and Russell confront past secrets when he seeks reunion after years apart. He recalls their duet dream and May Day farewell flowers, asks to sing together again, and invites her to a future shared moment as music lingers between them.
Wilton Ia December 3 Mrs H B Ayres returned home after visiting relatives in Adair and Newton. Fred Rost returned after two days in Muscatine. Mrs Minale Dice left for Muscatine to visit friends. Mrs Melinga Fiehaly and daughter Mrs Joe Jacobs returned from Cedar Rapids. Chas J Melwig left for Davenport after visiting his sisters in Wilton. Mr and Mrs G T Bridges spent the day in Iowa City. Will Knott had a brief Muscatine business trip. Winifred McSwiggen left for Tipton to visit friends. W F Warner from Davenport spent the day on town business. Mrs Harry Gordon returned from Davenport. Chas Wright of Atalisea visited Wilton for a few hours. Breen, after visiting his mother Mrs Hattie Bacon and sister Mrs J E Parka in Boulder Colo, returned home. Mrs P B James rode to Dubuque to spend the day with friends. W R C held a business meeting electing officers for the year: Amelia Allen president, Myrtle Maraball senior vice, Hatilda Duncan junior vice, Franc Fulton treasurer, Rebecca Creitz chaplain, Kate Builler conductor, C Ringgenberg guard, Sarah Dawson patriotic instructor, Emme Holzbauer musician. Geo Valet returned from Moscow after visiting relatives. Mrs A R Leith returned from spending time away.
Day in Muscatine includes visits by Perry Duncan to Gen Davison and Mrs. Albert Groahner to her sister Elmer Wierhauser. John Ryan returns to Duluth after his father’s death. Henry Miller duo visit Muscatine. H. Wise travels to Ainsworth to see daughter Mrs. Conant. Woman’s club met to hear Denmark papers and Denmark education notes. Dr. and Mrs. Woodhouse dined with Kelley. Mission Band market day and Christmas sale planned at Nelson's store. Ryan leaves for Rock Island for relatives.
Mrs R G Neff of Crookston Ohio credits Chamberlain's Tablets with restoring her health after two years of stomach trouble. She says she was an invalid then used three bottles and has since remained in good health. Advertisement notes availability everywhere.
In Old Clifton Dec 3 residents hosted a birthday gathering for Dean at his home with 4% of attendees present. Nearby neighbors Mrs. Lawrence Cra and Mrs. Joe Leonard helped cook, while many townsfolk visited relatives including the Hank, Leonard, Roil, and Simmie families for Thanksgiving and weekend visits.
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