Fears 7O Tuuscrceese and the Market Papers
The piece discusses rate changes for market papers and weekly subscriptions, noting that carriers collected weekly and mail delivery persisted with various page counts. It mentions advertising space and staff roles at the Kansan City building, including publisher Taroon and editors, with contact details for office calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guarantova
Etn Marcadae
Hunday
Jourrel Tx
Mull ‘al Nail
Bere
Cons
Lorenzen & Wwoodmead
Halloone
Gore
Tarensen
Woody
Fronowick Bullding
Laronato
Vwoods
Gumbel Bullaing
Netonic One
Lorenate & Woodman
Drege Hulidine
Aclante—Cone
Lore Lorenzen & Woodman
Elnprone
Aeaneh
Peracs
Department
Nanbor
F. D. Taroon
Raa Rao
Geo. Titentortn. Ady
Alther
Rate decision sparks debate on rail tolls and prosperity
A critical column argues the Interstate Commerce Commission’s rate increases favor railroads while burdening interstate commerce. It cites Justice Harlan, calls for reform of unjust practices, and questions Democratic support for tariffs and transport taxes as a means to protect industry and induce growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vastern Tauls
Justice Harlan
Columnisulon
Avilgon
Commierse Commission
Reminiscences of Long Ago in Muscatine
A compact column recalls local events from 40 years ago in Muscatine. Simon Mayer returns from Louisa County after watching the Hamlin cattle theft case, with hopes of clearing his name. The piece also notes 42nd anniversary of Rev. Dobbins at the Congregational church and a hunting tale of a large wildcat killed by Cammie Freeman and companions. Ten years back, a fire at Jake Schowberg’s Mulberry Street residence caused substantial damage, likely linked to crossed electric wires under the kitchen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon Mayer
Louisa County
Hamlin
Mr. Sweitzer
Mr. Thompson
Simon
Amin
Jreirey
Cammie Freeman
Frank Wreeman
Cupid
Jake Schowberg
Mulberry Street
Ben Dyer
Woodlawn Ave
Nile
Dems levy second railroad tax as commission rules
The article alleges a tribunal exists to set fair charges but criticizes Democrats for supporting a railroad tax. It argues the commission's decision shifts costs to shippers and consumers, while claiming railroads did not need government aid. The Journal questions value and advertising claims tied to the tax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moet
Fea
Commission
Twa
Ford plan spreads wealth to workers and banks nationwide
William Ford’s wage plan in Detroit cuts wage excess, deposits rise. Workers average 348.75 monthly toward homes, life insurance, and savings, with bank deposits up 3 percent and home ownership up 75 percent. The Peoria Journal notes improved morals and cooperation, predicting broad economic ripple effects on lumber, hardware, and construction industries, plus banks and carpenters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FORD
Datroit News
Neary
Woo
Peoria Journal
Pratl
United States Steel Corporation
Andrew Carnegie
Mec
Carnegie
Rockerfeller
Ford wage policy widens profit and cuts consumer costs
The article argues Henry Ford proves higher wages do not raise prices, maintaining product value while lowering consumer costs. It credits Ford’s insight into adequate personal funds and worker contribution as keys to his financial success, contrasting with typical employers. An unrelated medical advertisement follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ford
Ford Innovation
Ford
Keota News Sees Christmas Spirit Amid Local Happenings
Winters and Christmas cheer fill Keota with decked stores and church groups decorating parlors. The W R Gs plan a box for Davenport Soldiers Home and cushions for Marshalltown. Local residents renew acquaintances, note a blind wife, and report Ira B. Thomson’s son Frank’s death. Good Times Club hosts, Mrs Ralston ill, Thomas Lautry dies after operation at Eota Hospital, Civil War veteran among the fallen.
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Keota
Det
United Presbyterian
Methodist
Davenport
Marshalltown
Smith Bailey
Near Town
Hoy
Missouri
Ira B. Thomson
Eureka
Calbava
Frank
Thomas Lautry
Eota Hospital
James
Centerville
Columbus Junction news brief highlights local visits
Jesse Marshall traveled to Muscatine to see Wilson Morris who is slowly improving at Bellevus hospital. Rev. 3. Boyd Johnston of Aurora Illinois accepts call as pastor at United Presbyterian Church Columbus City. Alice Brown visited Carl Bedwell home Fredonia Friday. Don Oakes and son Donald were Muscatine visitors Friday. Elsworth Manley of Columbus City spent a couple of days in Muscatine. Carl Bedwell visited Davenport last week. An 18 pound gift was born to Mr and Mrs Gleve Nichols. Mrs Geo Brock visited Muscatine Friday. Mrs H H Wilson returned to Colfax. Miss Iva Hendrickson of Washington visited Friday with cousin Miss Jessica Hendrickson. They then went to Oskaloosa to visit friends. Sew and So club met Thursday evening at Mrs H S Turkington’s home from until 10 o'clock. There was a Christmas program.
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Columbus Junction
Der
Jesse Marshall
Muscatine
Wilson
Morris
Eya Bellevus Hospital
Boyd Johnston
Aurora, Ill
United Presbyterian Church
Columbus City
Alice Brown
Carl Bedwell
Fredonia
Don Oakes
Donald
Elsworth Manley
Oskaloosa
Turkington
Henpecked Henry at Grand Opera House Debuts
Halton Powell brings the musical farce Henpecked Henry to the Grand Opera House, debuting December 26. The production, praised as the funniest show on Earth, features the original cast and company with lavish staging and a cheau t r chorus, promising top entertainment for all ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton Powell
Henry
Grand Opera House
Elenry
Halton Powall
Cheautr
Evening Story Sparks in Hampstead Village Romance
In Hampstead village, Professor Travers shelters from commencement crowds, while Marta distrusts new neighbor Betty Gainsboro. A chance rescue from a tree leads to mutual curiosity as Travers modernizes his look and Gabrielle Betty's flirtation stirs Marta's suspicions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constance D'Arcy Mackay
Marta
Professor Travers
Jace
Maria
Gainsboros
Hampstead Vs
Seldon
Farmer
Sue
Local Social News And Upcoming Church Services
Delighted attendees list includes Mrs. H A Wilson, Mrs. Emily Darrow, E. G Auwyl, Mrs. Sam Overholt, and others. Harry Treadway visited Chicago. J Diehl sold the Lyric theatre to Fred De Vere of Chicago. Church services and Sunday schools scheduled across Presbyterian, Methodist, and Reformed congregations. Miss Helen Howe, music instructor, left for Muscatine for holidays. Families James Paxton and D B Hughes noted guest visits. D L Griffith marks sixty eighth birthday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Wilson
Emily Darrow
E. G Auwyl
Sam Overholt
C.av, Mannan
Mra
F. H. Bierman
G A. Salmon
C. 3. Cavin
Harold Thaimas
Chas Clarks
C. CG. Farmer
R. W. Owen
Harry Treadway
Chicago
Tt. J. Diehl
Lyric Theatre
Fred de Vere
C. B
Methodist Episcopal
Epworth League
Reformed
Helen Howe
Muscatine
Agnes Reaney
Lucretia Turkington
Mt. Pleasant
Mmr
Israel Rabenold
Warg
Iewin
Aincort
Tsardore
Haskins
J. BR. Paxton
Hartigan
Arkansas
BH. Paxton
D. BR. Hughes
Cotter
D. L. Griffith
Town City
Dennis Thomas
Gloria
Cranor
Davenport
Love and Intrigue After a Summer Lecture
Professor Travers battles doubt about Miss Betty Gainsboro as Marta, Maria, and the Gainsboro household watch a romance unfold. Betty teases, Travers confesses longing, and a garden meeting near the orchard seals a tentative engagement amid social expectations.
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Lhe Journal ST Journal Printing CO
P.M. Talog
Pudimer
Ll. ¥. Loomis
Stauging Butts
Merabere Ui
Pras
Mawbea Ul Ibs Lee Newspaper
Syn’losis
Zugenai Acencibe
Jocroa
Diurinut
Muscatisa
Toborg Broek Groce
Wirack C. &. Dusch
Crayta
F. A. Fuller Grocers
Muscatine Journal
Tipty
Ates
Haytor
Tore
P. A. Morgan
Gaia
OMS
John
Mupta
Travers
Sashe
Betty Gainsboro
Inccheon
Elde
Hampstead
New York
Gainsboro
Jon
Betty
Ber
Ckiss
Gainsboro House
Tove
Artfor
Betty Gainspore
Carly
Miss Gainsboro
Warry
West
Betty Gains
Vera
Ruby Douglas
Federal Reserve Banking System
Federal Reserve
First National Bank
Muscatine, Lowa
New York City
Lanmgeut Dejeriucul
Prietipace Aires
Hedeen
Raitread Studion
Grend
Penneytrams
Feanayivaria Bretica
the Hotel Martinique
Broadway
334 Street
Elas Lrigh Taylor Walter
Asda
Walters
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