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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1900
Page
3
The Muscatine Journal announces subscription rates for daily and semi weekly delivery. Rates are payable in advance and include options by carrier or mail. Remittances should be made payable to Journal Printing Co. in Muscatine Iowa.
In a Polk county case the Iowa Supreme Court sustains the milk purity statute, holding the legislature may require absolutely pure milk to protect public health. The decision affirms state police power to prohibit adulterated commodities, even without intent to defraud, and reverses a lower court ruling.
The Iowa farm sector posts a 40.3 bushel per acre corn yield and 14.3 bushel wheat, with total corn output at 345,055,040 bushels valued around $93,164,860. Aggregate farm product value reaches about $229,805,050, while railroad mileage expands and taxes remain light, supporting farm markets.
The trust question is not the overwhelming issue it once was and may resolve itself. Legislation for safe guards could be needed, but the trust itself is not a menace to the public. If consolidation remains a safe development it will prosper. beyond legitimacy it harms those who invest. Large steel firms show excess capacity breeds competition and markets cannot be permanently controlled.
The rural free mail delivery system, once established nationwide on a paying basis, marks a significant step forward in popularizing postal services. This expansion promises broader access and streamlined service for distant communities and residents relying on mail.
The discussion foresees experimental adoption of new postal improvements aiming for permanence. Parcel post for up to ten pounds is considered, as is eventual government ownership of telegraph lines linked to the postal system. Progress is expected to be slow, though rural free delivery once mocked proved feasible.
The Sioux City Tribune quotes Des Moines Register urging a potential third term for Governor Shaw amid biennial election debates. It weighs political continuity against constitutional limits and the presidency path. Other editorials urge Iowa to grow via industry, manufacturing, population, and wealth. Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Vinton outlets note New Zealand commentary and Shaw’s Washington speech, stressing work, honesty, and progress.
What The People Say discusses a balanced view of capital Andrew Carnegie and labor as three legs of a stool. It argues capital business ability and labor are essential and none should dominate. The piece cautions against the idea that any leg is superior and warns against entitlement ideas.
Charles Dudley Warner praises Andrew Carnegie for supporting a world literature library project at the World’s Fair, noting Warner’s own sacrifice and leadership. The letter argues the library will bring thousands access to major authors, essays, and art across cities, universities, and private collections. Henry E. Porter, Lone Tree Iowa.
A Washington letter notes John Allen of Mississippi moved from rollicking humor to grave rhetoric in a recent house speech. Once famed for stories and laughter between sentences, he now discusses revenue with sober, measured gravity as colleagues expect a feast of fun but are disappointed.
In a Washington scene, Fairbanks balks at passing through Platt to reach his room. An Indiana visitor gunks through, a stern old man scolds him to close the door, then reveals himself as Senator Platt, prompting awe and a wide door as the Hoosier departs.
The Honolulu based Hawaiian Islands delegate Robert H. Wilcox claimed 1000 for mileage from Honolulu to Washington and back at 20 cents a mile. He will receive another 1000 on return and with a five thousand dollar annual salary his two year income totals about 13200.
A quick dessert option presented for daily family meals. Jelil- O is prepared with hot water and cooled without baking. Available flavors include Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry at grocers for 10 ets.
Western Poultry Fanciers' association holds its Cedar Rapids exhibition January 14 to 19. Excursion tickets at favorable rates sold via the B C R N Ry. Full information from Cedar Rapids Route agents within two miles of Cedar Rapids.
Advertises Jell-O as the new dessert with four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry. Sold at grocers for 10 cents each and encouraged to try it today.
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