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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1927
Page
3
The notice lists P B X numbers 26 and 27 with operator response for the requested person or department and names advertising representatives in Chicago New York Kansas City retrofit. It cites CORE ROTHENBURG NOEE Inc a member of The Newspacer Syndicate.
A wartime era courtroom scene portrays George Remus facing murder charges with his relatives’ loud outbursts shaping the proceedings. The passage suggests such theatrics could embolden future killers to act with impunity.
A newspaper notes space limits in a column bout with Senator Thompson over the road proposition. The editors pledge facts and invite Thompson to continue the exchange, while signaling future restraint due to limited space.
The editorial dismisses claims Herbert Hoover was ineligible to the presidency due to residency. It notes Hoover was born in West Branch and left the United States only as a young man, while he served abroad during wartime and led relief efforts. It argues against attacking Hoover with this issue and urges voters to judge him as an American citizen.
The piece alleges Chicago police officers are pressured to donate $10 each to Thompson’s America First foundation. It claims about 6,500 officers would be tapped, with captains' secretaries collecting from every man. Critics warn of dismissal or trumped charges for nonpayers as part of the campaign.
Former Pennsylvania governor Gifford Pinchot advocates sweeping reform to curb corrupt campaigns. He backs a national cap on spending per voter, centralized funding, mandatory reporting, and voiding elections won by law violations. He suggests checks on contributions and single-ticket office runs to curb excess.
The text discusses a proposed plan by Mr. Pinchot to create an organized body of investigators. It warns of potential backlash from the public and notes the value of an itemized sworn expense account for each candidate. Despite concerns, the author wishes him success.
The paper argues for closing seven scattered Atlantic coast navy yards to keep the fleet unified in war and cut peace time costs. It warns Congress may snip for district gain, urging Midwest lawmakers to prioritize national defense over politics and patronage.
The column refuses to forecast hog prices stating price prophecy is unreliable. It explains the aim is to present all available market information to help readers judge when to buy or sell and notes it cannot offer concrete future price guarantees.
A Winnipeg dispute erupts over claims about Winnipeg girls wearing short skirts in cold weather. Winnipeg mayor Ralph H Webb rebukes Chicago health commissioner Dr A H Kegel, calling the accusation false and mocking Chicago officials for misreading Canada and the west. The piece quotes Chicago officials and notes the public snicker from local women.
The Elma New Era reprints a Muscatine Journal editorial and disputes a point about party loyalty. It argues there are good Democrats and Republicans, cites Walsh and Doheny, and praises the brave rank and file of voters as American citizens who strive to be better people.
Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that farmers across regions reject charity or untargeted government aid. They demand economic justice to improve production and distribution so they can stand on their own feet.
The Washington political interpretation by Frederic William Wise is aired on WJZ via WOC at 6 45. Gerald Stopp presents Great Moments in History on WEAF at 7. The Prince of Pilsen on CNRO at 8 30, Martha on KOA at 9 15, and New York Grand Opera on WEAF to WHO at 9 30. Iowa notes include the Duncan Sisters on KSO at 6 30, Santa Claus visit on WOCS, KMA book review at 7, Tat Flanigan and Marigold Casson on WOC at 7 15, and KOIL Indians at 12.
Dr McCoy publishes a Christmas dinner menu stressing practical dietetics. The menu includes shredded wheat dressing with olives and celery baked parsnips mashed pumpkin and pineapple snow. Readers may request his article on food combinations and ask health questions with answers provided.
The essay argues hypocrisy is widespread and partly necessary, praising small social pretenses as tools to reduce friction. It notes the outer shell of conformity keeps individuals coherent amid conflicting impulses, comparing it to an egg shell that shapes destiny. It warns against valuing pretend virtues yet admits occasional usefulness of pretense.
Landon Taylor of Dorchester Iowa testifies Foley Pills diuretic restored his urinal flow and overall well being. The ad claims quick, complete benefits for both men and women with satisfaction guaranteed and widespread use.
Miss Lillian Williams daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Williams of Oakville and Fred G Erie of Guttenberg were married Thursday at St John s Episcopal Church Davenport by Rev Frank Court Attendants were Miss Yvonne Miller and Glenn Holcomb After visiting the Williams home they will move to Keokuk Also notes on T G Jamison s recovery Oakville Rebekah lodge officers and W R C officers for the year and a preliminary social at Mildred King s home for Mrs Dennis Arnhood
The Rev Royal J Montgomery of Grinnell head of religious education for the denomination in the state will speak at First Congregational church Sunday January 8. Two special picture reading services have been arranged for January at the church. The Four Horsemen will be presented January 1 and Silence on January 8.
India plans a new factory to manufacture paper from bamboo fiber. The project aims to expand domestic paper production, reduce reliance on imported pulp, and support sustainable forestry practices. Details on location and timeline were not provided.
Radio schedule lists morning Happy Hour of Morning Drill from 6 45 to 7 45 and 9 45 market openings. Weather forecasts and market quotations are at 11 00 and 2 00 with closing quotes on grains and dairy. Evening features include the Hoover Sentinels and Maxwell Coffee Hour with a late weather update for Iowa and Illinois.
A Santa’s program schedule lists morning to evening broadcasts. Victor Record Program at 8:00 a.m.. later segments include U S Dept of Agriculture Radio Service, The Ambassadors, Dory Richardson blues, Santa Claus talk, Hoover Sentinels, Maxwell House Hour, and various NBC appearances.
Keota Iowa residents will attend a joint officer installation for the Masons and Eastern Star on Tuesday evening January 2. New officers include Worshipful Master Charles Smock and Worthy Matron Edith Teets with R R Hulse as senior and associate matron.
In the industrial district of South Wales, about 15,000 people await their turn to emigrate to the United States seeking new opportunities and better living conditions.
Victoria Australia projects a wheat crop of 40,000,000 bushels for the current season. Officials note production targets and overview of farming outlook across the state.
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