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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1908
Page
3
The Daily Journal of Journal Printing Co. claims city and county status as the official paper. It notes circulation superiority over other Muscatine papers and outlines Chicago and Mingawesik offices. Rates: daily in-city delivery ten cents weekly, annual mail six dollars, semi weekly one year one dollar sixty.
Journal announces agency points for reader convenience across the city including East Hill Clay Kineese Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine W F Mikschs grocery End of street car track W C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey avenue a Kecklerville Chaykas Grocery West Lill J H Fuller Grocery.
Editorial office and business office of Bell Telephone in the Mississippi Valley discussed the telephone service and organizational structure, noting offices for the business and editorial functions and outlining the scope of Bell’s regional presence.
Sworn statement shows January 1908 circulation figures for the Muscatine Journal. Publisher F D Throop attests to print and distribute 164 805 total copies with an average daily run around 6 103. Notary William R. Jayne verifies the oath at Muscatine County Iowa on February 1 1908.
Iowa Republicans convene in Des Moines on March 18 1908 at 11 am to elect four delegates at large to the National Convention in Chicago. District caucuses meet at 10 am to choose committees and district delegates under district and Cummins vote baselines. The State Committee allocates seats by county and county votes from the 1906 governor race. Des Moines, January 10 1908.
A short Sunday meditation urging rest and good deeds as the weekly standard. The author notes many people improve on Sunday, while lamenting the rest of the week falls short, yet suggesting the world should be thankful for this one day.
A exhortation urging readers to improve themselves and their communities through thoughtful action. It emphasizes responsibility for self and others, urging business leaders, citizens, and parents to reflect, talk kindly, and set right examples. The piece cautions about political trust and generational morals, urging daily effort.
From West Liberty Index via Muscatine reports circulators for consent petitions to reopen saloons have secured at most half the required signatures. The Muscatine county saloon is said to be down and out, with citizens urged to keep it so. The Nonpareil notes Congressman Cousins of Iowa's fifth district plans to retire at term's end to take a self benefiting position, implying Congress life not worthwhile to him.
Keokuk Gate City reports the editor apologizes after noting the printer changed the line from Mr Bryan is the most desirable candidate in sight to Mr Bryan is the most durable candidate in sight. Cedar Falls Record mentions Bailey of Britt whose philosophy is described as sound.
Reminiscences recall two deaths in Davenport area both reported by the Democrat publisher in district court. Alexander Dunsmore died suddenly between 11 and 12 after a morning at his store. Martin Havercamp, German born in 1820, died at home in his 58th year after 21 years in Davenport.
The latest intelligence reports Mr. C Weed has left Italy and returned to Paris. From Paris he will go to Liverpool and sail for home, aiming to reach America around the tenth of next month. Also noted is Dr Eli Reynolds of Moscow, seriously ill at his home, the doctor being about 71 years old and among the county's oldest residents since 1856.
Thirty years ago a local report states that Mr. J. F. Walter has sold his soap factory in this city to a gentleman from St. Louis, with Mr. Walter planning to relocate soon.
A witty remark notes that many marriages fail because after the wedding both spouses discard the bait they used to win each other. The line frames marriage as a trap where initial charm is abandoned for routine.
A noted scientist announced that the talking with the dead proposition was a humbug, clearing up public confusion and confirming the matter. The public now welcomes the definitive clarification on the illusion.
Lone Tree Reporter notes saloon men failed a consent petition in Muscatine leaving the city dry for the present. All saloons were closed January 1.
Ten years ago James McGinnis of Buffalo Prairie died at his home Sunday at age 70. A party of sixteen chartered a boat to visit the Will home under the bluff. Cinch winners were Mrs. R. J. Hittel and Fred Mavis. consolation prizes went to J. A. Bond and Mrs. J. C. Nietzel. Misses Laura Tiecke and Marie Schaefer entertained friends at Schaefer's hall. W. H. Letts confirmed by the Senate as postmaster of Columbus Junction.
A noted scholar announced plans to visit the city and deliver a public lecture in the near future, prompting local interest and anticipation for the event.
Pupils at the Sioux City high school may attend three annual social functions in the high school building but are limited to dances approximating old time tunes like Old Dan Tucker, reflecting a strict social code.
All the arrangements are completed for the dedication of the new Methodist Episcopal church at Winfield Sunday.
A Muscatine patent medicine advertiser urges residents to drink water but the Iowa City Republican says he is wasting his money. The paper notes locals have little else to drink.
Literary Notes discuss Charles Battell Loomis remarks in a short sermon titled Mixed Pickles found in Smith's Magazine. Loomis reflects on victory and defeat, wickedness in America and Europe, and the hope of reform through earnest young and old men striving for better conditions. The piece contrasts pessimism with faith in improvement.
An Iowa newspaper claims Jack London is safe, challenging his long standing reputation. The piece hints at shifting public perception and ongoing controversy surrounding the author.
Rev. Henry Luz has given up the fight against removal from St. John's Lutheran church in Dubuque. He was ousted because many members felt he was too old for active service after thirty-five years as pastor. The dispute went to court and Luz organized a new congregation.
Funeral directors from four estates will gather in Sioux City on April 7 and 9 for the annual Iowa State Funeral Directors association meeting. Local undertakers and coffin suppliers plan to host visitors with top notch entertainment and hospitality.
Without telephone service Maxwell is entirely cut off as operators strike for higher wages. Manager Prawl tried to fill the boards but failed, and a call to Nevada yielded no help.
Ottumwa advances toward a new federal building after Senator Allison proposes a 222000 dollar appropriation in Congress. Local leaders push the project, planning to replace the current post office on the government lot with a grand federal courts and post office structure.
Rev. A. J. Good, who recently resigned from Ottumwa Orphans' Home, has begun temperance activities in Minnesota. He has moved to Minneapolis, where he will establish his future home while promoting state constitutional prohibition.
William Haywood, secretary of the Western Federation of Miners, is invited to speak in Dubuque as socialist groups organize a gathering. His trial for the murder of ex-Governor Steupenberg of Idaho has drawn global attention.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine as a cure for rheumatism with a soothing effect on the nervous system. It cites patient testimonials inclosing a claim of dramatic relief after use and offers free advice for complicated cases. It notes druggists sell Nervine and a money back offer on the first bottle.
A discussion contrasts optimism and pessimism about nations and humanity. It notes that evil and good coexist, with Optimist praising open arms to the oppressed while acknowledging flaws. The dialogue warns against pride in acts like mailing misaddressed packages as signs of progress, suggesting the Millennium is not near.
Excerpt from H K Job in The Outing Magazine describes hummingbirds as boldly entering open house windows seeking flowers and even pecking at flowers on hats. It notes their fragility and tendency to injure themselves in rooms, and argues against captivity outside greenhouses where artificial food fails to sustain them.
Edwin Markham’s ballad The Juggler of Touraine appears in the Century with four color plates by Guipon. It offers a terse vigorous retelling of the Jongleur de Notre Dame tale. An opera of the same theme is announced for New York this winter.
Mrs George Cornwallis West recounts life as Lady Randolph Churchill in a chatty Century installment. The piece recalls incidents and people of London's social season in 1874 and her first days as a bride visiting Blenheim. The narrative sparkles with humor.
Howard Pyle presents a tale of Sir Launcelot and fellow knights of King Arthur's court. The book mirrors his prior works The Story of King Arthur and The Story of the Champions of the Round Table in tone and is richly illustrated in his distinctive style.
Mrs. Jessie M Deakman of New Boston visits her mother Mrs O McNall. Families including Spitznagle and McNall clans spend time with relatives near Eliza New Boston Muscatine Island and Keithsburg. Mrs Emma Anderson closes a successful term at District No 51.
Camilla lurks behind a poised social veneer while hosting a tense luncheon. Beneath polished chatter Mrs. Horace Lancing critiques and Camilla deflects with frugality and family care. Betty worries over a hopeful suitor while lingering fragilities surface among guests.
In this scene Camilla and Mrs Horace discuss the new governess as the two sisters in law share news of a likely early exit. Laughter and singing from upstairs signal joy at freedom while Camilla braces for forthcoming conflict. To Be Continued.
A patent medicine advertisement states Foley's Honey and Tar stops coughs and heals the lungs to prevent pneumonia. It claims the genuine product contains no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes. A W Morgan Druggist.
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