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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1902
Page
3
A notice invites readers to visit The Chicago Inter Ocean office at 106 105 110 East Monroe Street Chicago to tour its motion and sight seeing building showcasing modern newspaper machinery and scientific improvements of the age for interested visitors.
An annotated catalog contrasts eighteenth and nineteenth century life with the twentieth. It traces advances from wooden ships and hand looms to steel steamers, electric power, typewriters, vaccines, and education expanding for women, while noting earlier hardships and limited schooling.
The board of control asks the legislature for 848000 dollars to run institutions under their charge. The writer notes most funds go to criminals and the insane, many caused by liquor traffic, and questions the burden this home destroying Geatraffic imposes.
The passage describes voters facing pressure from saloonkeepers to vote in support of local business interests. It portrays a coercive dynamic where ordinary citizens are manipulated as the community debates political influence and restraint.
In Des Moines critics challenge the enforceability of liquor laws, noting extensive illegal sales alongside seventy two legal saloons. Proponents of prohibition days sold less than what current bootleggers move monthly, prompting claims that lawmakers acted in the interests of temperance.
In Tuesday's Journal a brief editorial on Commodore Schiey refusing a presidential bid states he has a wholesome fear of humiliation akin to Sampson. A pen slip altered the reference, mistakenly listing Sampson instead of Dewey.
The Baltimore Methodist notes a critique of presidents and governors rarely addressing the curse of the legalized saloon. It questions whether the liquor traffic has blinded their eyes and implies concern over national leadership on temperance.
Editorial notes a breach of promise suit where the defendants are the heirs of Frank Crum and he is dead. Miss Mary Christensen sues Crum estate for 6000 with three year delay cited. Jury awards. lawyers say law supports breach claims despite death. Also notes Congressman Rumple's heavy mail and diligent, personal responses in Washington.
The census shows Iowa livestock valued at 264,612,427 with about 5.5 million cattle 1.5 million horses 10 million hogs and 1 million sheep. Farm products total 538,639,368 with Iowa leading in swine and horses and second to Texas in cattle. The piece also notes a calm snow season and conservative politics in the state.
Congressman Hepburn aims to pass a measure authorizing a 50000 dollar public building at Centerville. Newton R. Parvin of Cedar Rapids, head of the Masonic library there, says efforts will seek contributions to enlarge the library. Also, 26 cases of whisky were seized at the Adams express office in Montezuma on January 16, with 60 more cases subsequently en route.
The notice states that all payments are to be made at the Des Moines post office. It confirms location and method of settlement, implying centralized processing and official receipt handling at the central facility.
A religious column argues God's love is inclusive unchangeable unfailing and everlasting. It emphasizes whosoever believeth in Him, contrasts mortal limits with divine grace, and asserts the gift of everlasting life through Jesus Christ with a concluding note from H. G. Schoenig of Muscatine Iowa.
An advertisement promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a guaranteed cure for constipation and sluggish liver. It claims biliousness headaches fevers piles and numerous ailments are caused by these conditions and offers a free booklet and a handy box.
The quote argues that nourishing the body and exercising are the best investments for energy and mental strength, warning against depriving oneself regardless of cost. It emphasizes sustained self-care as essential for lasting personal power and achievement.
Iowa congressman defecting from canal support weighs long term trade shifts and Pacific monopoly risks. Des Moines Ingham opposition rumors denied. Commerce Department bill faces House hurdles amid cabinet power concerns. News on Rumple posture postoffice posts and first Washington snow. Bicknell travels for agriculture data in South America.
Muscatine plans weekly horse market coverage as breeders and buyers unite for exclusive sales. Nelson A. Bivins will open a premier training stable in Peoria, while multiple breeders and trotters such as Carrie J., 2:12% and Lady Smaith, 2:16% gain attention. The U.S. exports of horses reach about 300,000 head in six years, earning roughly $35 million. Sac County Iowa elects Ballé and Healy for next year. dates set for August events. Mexico moves to improve its native stock with Kentucky assistance and planned stallion import program. Jessie C., 2.24%, tops Illinois M. & M. contenders.
President Hickey mourns Western fate while rumors fly of Gale Gear resigning from the Players' union and joining the Kansas City club in the American association. Smiling Pete Daniels seeks a new team after a Milwaukee try, and Billy Bradley plans to stay with Cleveland.
Advertising notice by J. J. Havercamp offering Rector treatment for piles with a refund if it fails to cure. Includes a free pile pipe with each package and samples available.
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