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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1902
Page
3
The Muscatine issue lists editors John Mahin J M Beck and W L Lane as business manager. It notes daily and semi weekly delivery options with pricing and claims circulation dominance over local papers in Muscatine.
Representatives G Logan Payne of 835 Marquette Building Chicago and LaCoste Maxwell at 140 Nassau Street New York are listed. The fragment names firms and addresses signaling professional listings.
The Journal lists Kecklerville Chayka s grocery West Muscatine Sharrar s grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn s grocery and an end of street car track as agency points where extra papers are available each night for regular subscribers missed by the carrier.
The Fontanelle Observer scoffs at moving to California for winter relief. It praises Iowa’s snowy beauty and traditional fare, contrasting it with flowers and sea breeze and fears of earthquakes.
Des Moines Register credits Cummins with sound republicanism in Detroit. Dubuque Telegraph Herald calls his speech an enunciation of orthodox democratic doctrine. Fairfield Ledger leans to Sioux City Journal, which says his approach departs from Republican precedent and narrows the party’s ground.
The Sioux City Journal editor Geo D Perkins argues with Gov. Cummins over reciprocity. The extended discussion suggests that adopting the governor's policy would lead to free trade, as noted by the Vinton Eagle.
The Creston Gazette speculates which section Harvey Ingham edits in the Des Moines Register and Leader. It jokes that the able and spirited young Republican has been assigned to washing the rollers, implying a behind the scenes task.
The Corning Gazette argues that rapid Republican attacks on the trust problem signal a willingness to amend tariff laws if public welfare requires it. The editorial frames tariff reform as urgent if economic welfare dictates action.
The Washington Press praises Gov Elect Mick ey of Nebraska as a Methodist who will skip an inaugural ball and refuse formal attire, lauding his obstinacy and simple approach to office.
The Cedar Rapids Republican criticizes Des Moines for listening to an eight-year-old preacher on sin and righteousness. It questions what such a child can reveal about morality and world affairs, suggesting skepticism about the value of his message.
The article portrays John P. Reese as a labor friendly candidate who accepted a $2400 annual offer from the coal industry, implying a conflict with labor votes. It notes his pledge to stand with workers and suggests a change in attire with a starched shirt.
The Minneapolis Journal notes President Roosevelt proposed submitting the Venezuelan dispute to The Hague tribunal and that Britain and Germany suggested he arbitrate himself. The piece frames the reply as a flattering vote of confidence.
The text praises Theodore Roosevelt as a courageous and upright leader whose vision and example elevate both Americans and international observers. It emphasizes a widespread high regard for his presidency and ideals.
The editorial admits the Democrat run council tabled a full mulci law petition yet condemns the Republican council for not enforcing it while not faulting its own side. It questions rumors of gambling house patrons among city officials and urges full disclosure and action if true, warning the rumor may reflect partisan bias.
The Muscatine democratic paper abandons its previous defense of disreputable resorts and now advocates strict enforcement of the law against them. The change is likened to Saul prophesying among the prophets, raising questions about genuine conversion and prompting cautious acceptance from supporters.
Amusements note a top road attraction The Show Girl by E. E. Rice heads to town. The large New York comedy opera company features over fifty actors including pretty girls witty comedians and a grand production. Performances begin Wednesday December 31 in this city.
Charles T. Dazey’s new play Burglars and the Waif comes to the Grand on Thursday January 1 with matinee and night shows. The piece blends sensation and comedy as Miss Forman in the Waif leads a four act performance and holds the audience from start to finish.in
The enduring American drama Uncle Tom's Cabin by Stetson's company returns to the Grand on Tuesday December 36. The show began at the Troy Museum, moved to the National Theatre in New York in January 1853, and ran three years, drawing large crowds.
Lottie Parker presents Way Down East at the Grand on Monday December 29 featuring a sympathetic New England farm tale. The production highlights humor realism and strong human interest with a carefully selected cast under Joseph Grismer’s direction for broad audience appeal.
An abstract has been filed with the supreme court requesting a new trial for Chester Tyler, the Black man serving a life sentence for the murder of Dr. B. M. Failer of Newton on September 11, 1901. The filing cites grounds alleged by the attorney claiming certain issues.
Washington dispatch reviews Shaw reports showing postwar U S finances booming. Debt rose to 915 million in 1902 from 847 million five years earlier, cash and gold reserves swelled, and a Panama canal financing plan contemplates up to 130 million borrowed over 30 years.
Signor Mascagni the Italian composer was arrested in Chicago on a embezzlement charge brought by former manager Richard Heard. Heard claims a $5000 contract. Mascagni refused payment. He remains at the Auditorium hotel with house detectives ensuring his court appearance.
Testimonials from James Evertt of Alton Illinois and L B Morris of Helena Montana extol Dr Miles Liver Pills and Anti Pain Pills. Customers credit relief for liver trouble neur algia headaches and rheumatic pain and recommend the remedies to others. All druggists carry the first bottle with guarantees and a free catalog on nervous and heart diseases.
Governor Cummins names A. L. Parsons to fill the unexpired term of Judge F. T. Hughes in Keokuk. Toronto Jimmie Sawyer, linked to the Eldon bank robbery, is arrested in Chicago for the Gardner bank theft of $10,000. Wm Penn Nixon accuses S. D. Thompson of defrauding the U S and horse breeders with bogus pedigrees and waived duties. Secretary Wilson is informed, and the American Horse Breeders Association in Springfield is not yet linked to Thompson.
On the first and third Tuesday of each month until April 1992 the Iowa Central R A will sell colonist tickets to points in Arkansas Southwest Missouri Oklahoma Kansas Nebraska South Dakota at extremely low rates. For rates and information contact any Iowa Central agent or A B Cutts Minneapolis Minn
Grace Miller a well known Ottumwa woman died this morning from burns suffered last night when her clothing caught fire from a spark from a stove.
Hints describe a crocus yellow peau de soie waist with a plaited bolero, black corticelli silk trim and black chiffon applique. The design includes a fitted lining blouse at yoke depth, drop yoke bolero attachment, puff sleeves with circular frills, and a novel collar. Material quantities and sizes 32, 34, 36 inch bust are given.
Iowa Central Railway offers round trip excursion tickets for continuous travel within 200 miles of the selling station at one way fare and a third. Sales on December 24 25 31 and January 1 with final return January 2. Teachers and students get a special return limit to January 8 and details from local ticket agents.
The remark plays on mutual hardship in social ties, noting that shared misery does not guarantee reciprocity or lasting friendship. It hints at the fragility of bonds formed from distress rather than genuine affinity.
The street and alley committee led by Street Commissioner William Freers reports a constructive year with $15 307 36 spent for nine months of work despite extreme rains. Comparisons show lower costs than the prior Democratic administration of August Korneman, highlighting efficiency and economy.
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