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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1907
Page
3
Business office for Bell and editorial office for Bell noted in Mississippi Valley listings. Local telecommunication offices appear with small regional references and partial addresses.
Sworn circulation summary for the Muscatine Journal of November 1907 reports daily and total copies printed and circulated. Publisher Frank D. Throop attests to the figures. notary William R. Jayne confirms the oath on December 2, 1907. Figures include monthly totals around 6,000 to 6,400 with daily variances.
The article critiques progressive Iowa newspapers for denying Senator Dolliver's claim that Governor Cummins said he would not seek Senator Allison's seat. It recalls Cummins offering $1000 to prove it, Dolliver's response, and the press’s continued hostility, citing the Marshalltown Times-Republican as a typical example.
The Times-Republican quotes Gov. Cummins as saying in a letter to W. H. Torbert of Dubuque that he is a candidate for governor and not for the United States senate. He asserts he never suggested running for Senator Allison’s seat and calls attacks by enemies lies. The letter suggests no pledge to avoid future runs, yet supports his gubernatorial campaign amid the era’s political jockeying.
Osage News quoted urging Senator Dolliver to present a written statement or reliable evidence about a claim. If proven not obtainable, Gov. Cummins should withdraw from the campaign. The piece argues Cummins has promised truthfulness and should keep that pledge.
The Fort Dodge Messenger notes the President has spoken before and stresses there was never reason to doubt his good faith. The paper warns the same insinuation may reappear, but confirms an open race for the nomination has begun.
The Marshalltown Times Republican declares the next year’s leader must embody Rooseveltism with a genuine Roosevelt reputation. It rejects mere profession and reactionaries, demanding an authentic figure aligned with the president’s ideals.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes that soon a newspaper or politician will request the President to make a final and definite statement about his intentions.
The Marion Register quotes a junior senator fatigued by quarrel. He faces a pivotal choice, with retirement already named and accusations labeling him rotten.
The Iowa City Republicans vow rewards for ministers backing Cummins once the backers fully commit to the governor. They say the arrangement will make supporters look like 30 cents in value.
The Hampton Chronicle reports efforts to reconvene discussions on the governorship issue early next year and choose a candidate to present as the living sacrifice.
The Grinnell Herald expresses a wish to cast its vote for Roosevelt for President again in the future after another administration intervenes, reflecting a return to supporting Roosevelt.
The Des Moines Capital notes that some readers may demand the President clearly state his stance again, implying a need for renewed articulation of his policy amid ongoing questions.
Miss Mabel Blakeslee departs for Iowa City for nose treatments at S U S hospital. Many residents, including Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Erwin, and Miss Battey, travel to Iowa City or West Branch. West Liberty defeats Downey 56 to 11 in basketball. Downey and West Liberty girls split a curtain-raiser game 16 to 2. Several residents visit relatives or plan moves to Boulder and Des Moines as winter travel continues.
Oliver Riggs returns to Crookton Minnesota from Aledo visits his wife stays for a mother in law. Tom Lee leaves Griffin for mining work and plans to move his family. Theodore Waespe Emil Anderson return from Davenport after a short visit. Teddy Swanson ill at home. Kales' Electric Show to perform at Mercer hall next Monday. A rosons orchestra to play an invitation dance at Mercer hall Tuesday.
The column recalls events from 50 and 10 years ago in the city. It mentions bail for intoxicated offenses, commitments for failure to post bail, and civic entertainments including a Santa Claus family debut. It also lists past club committee appointments, infant deaths, visits from relatives, and a veteran engineer’s long service with the B C R and N rail line.
A raw-boned old nag hitched to a sled made of two hickory poles and a dry goods box bolted on, escaped during an overseer’s absence and galloped away. The pair was last seen racing up the street with dogs in pursuit, resembling a steeplechase. 30 years ago Rev H Nauman learned his brother Phillip in Quincy Ill was dangerously ill. Muscatine Bible society elected officers J M Robertson president H F Turner 1st VP D Bitzer 2nd VP Henry Hoover secretary A F Demorest treasurer A C Crossman William Parkins C W Abbott directors.
Twenty years ago the Presbyterian Sunday school planned a Christmas entertainment on Monday the 26th. An interesting program was provided for attendees.
A fragment from a stained newspaper page features a phrase about keeping a notice and reading it later. The odd line invites readers to cut out the item for safekeeping and hints at future reading. No dates or names discernible.
Tabywana shadows Bud Hardy as Nat-u-ritch vanishes and a night intruder accusation fuels tension on the ranch. Bud and Kid Clarke deny wrongdoing while Bill the foreman investigates the stolen revolver tied to Nat-u-ritch.
Bud reveals plans to use the Cash Hawkins case to win support for re election as sheriff. He presses Bill and Clarke to back his sensational arrest while Tabuwana and the Indian chief Torbywana witness the maneuver. Bill doubts Bud's tactic but agrees to wait and see how far Bud will push the plan.
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports that after trying several remedies and doctors for diabetes he used Foley's Kidney Cure. He states improvement after two bottles and complete cure after five bottles, enabling him to pass a life insurance examination. Morgan at 107 W Second Street endorses Foley's Kidney Cure for back ache and all kidney and bladder troubles.
G A R Headquarters Shelly Norman Post No 231 meets on the ore t and third Tuesdays monthly at the G A R hall on East Second Street. Members urged to attend. Commander A Hebme, Adjutant Gus Schmidt listed.
Muscatine Court No 677 invites visiting members in good standing to attend Monday evenings at Woodward hall. H G Schoenig serves as chancellor and J Coster as recorder.
P O Elks Muscatine Lodge 804 meets Mondays at Elks Hall 122 Lave Avenue Muscatine. Visiting Brothers welcome. Secretary W Richards. Eagle Lodge No 1d AOUW meets Thursdays at K P Hall Iowa Avenue. Brethren in good standing invited. M W H Howe and other officers listed.
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