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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
3
The Journal Printing Co announces staff and office details with publisher Throop and editor Loomiss. It lists New York and Chicago representatives and firm addresses, detailing lithography and in charge responsibilities across locations.
The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday. The Semi-Weekly Journal is issued 10 pages Tuesday and 5 pages Sunday nights. Daily delivered by carrier, weekly collection from readers, 10 cents per week. Daily one year by mail 3.00. Semi-Weekly one year to subscribers. Agencies listed for reader convenience include Past Hill Clay Roeese Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine W F Miksch's grocery End of street car track W C A Busch's Drug Store Herehey avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery West Hill J H Fuller Grocery.
Fragmentary telecommunication notice cites Bell business and editorial offices with unclear lines and dates, listing Mississippi Valley region and San ge. Details are unreadable, but reference to Bell lines and an office segment hints at a local contact or service notice.
Sworn detailed circulation statement shows varied figures for January 1908 with multiple entries near 6,000 to 6,275. The report lists several distribution totals including 6,100 6,225 and 6,150 across different categories and dates, indicating fluctuating circulation volumes throughout the month.
Publisher F D Throop swears the paper produced the stated copies for January 1908 in Muscatine County Iowa. Notary William R Jayne attests to the oath on February 1, 1908.
The Republican National Committee calls Iowa Republicans to a March 18 1908 Des Moines delegate convention to elect four at large delegates to the Chicago national convention. Delegates from districts will meet at 10 am to select committees, with district conventions held per notices in local papers.
The State Committee schedules district caucuses and a state convention for March 18 1908 with separate halls. Representation bases one delegate per county plus one for each 200 votes or fraction for Cummins in 1906. Delegates per county listed. Franke and Woops sign as secretary and chairman in Des Moines.
Iowa columnists accuse Des Moines newspapers of extreme localism and factional bias. They say coverage insults readers and damages reputations, costing state conventions and misfiring on national reporting, while Des Moines correspondents are politics obsessed and unreliable.
Political charges against Cedar Rapids Postmaster Boyd are dropped as outside observers view the case as political maneuvering. The charges reportedly stem from editorials in the Cedar Rapids Republican, a paper Boyd has an interest in but does not control. Yesterday's Republican notes the development.
Rev Woodhouse will preach at Universalist room Second street next Sabbath February 21 morning and evening. February marks the 125th birthday of George Washington with a Light Guards parade. Mrs B birthday celebrated with a chair gift and presentation by G W Van Horne. Merchants Exchange National Bank shipped nichell worth 300 to Chicago subtreasury. Judge Hastings offers 100000 to found a San Francisco law college, presented to Governor Irwin for the legislature.
A couple, Ross Drury and Chartie Russell of Ypsilanti Michigan, wed at the Drury residence with Rev. W Bowman officiating. Pliny Fry reports the State Christian convention in Des Moines is a glorious success, with local representatives including Rev. A B Robbins and Allen Broomhall. George Shields Sr. returns from England pleased with his Iowa home after months abroad.
Thirty years ago a large and cozy gathering convened at the Mansion of Marx Block, described in sparse readable details as a social or community event hosted at a notable residence.
The Des Moines Register and Leader reports that John A Reed Cedar Rapids ward boss signed charges against W R Boyd postmaster. Reed leads the Cummins faction in the city and is described as the Cummins representative in Cedar Rapids influencing local and state politics.
Elmer George Balluff aged 6 months and 1 day died in Davenport February 18 1888 at 1 15 pm from inflammation of the brain. The bereaved parents brought the remains to Muscatine Saturday evening and the funeral was held Monday at 3 o clock. Mrs C F Cadle and son Nealey left for Chicago for treatment of the latter s eyes. Jack Murphy a longtime brakeman on the Wilton plug has moved to Eldon for a new run from Eldon to Rock Island.
Ten years ago today February 20 1898 marked a Sunday. The calendar note highlights the date as a historical reference point without additional context or events.
The Cedar Rapids Republican comments on Judge Prouty and his alleged leadership of a walnut lumber trust, claiming he has earned hundreds of thousands in a few years. The piece frames the trust as a focal point of scrutiny and hints at potential press restrictions.
The Burlington Hawkeye quotes critics claiming Senator Allison is the poor man's candidate saying he has spent much of a lifetime in the Senate and remains modest in wealth with no personal gain from public funds.
The Waterloo Times Tribune editorial calls for Leslie M. Shaw to retire, saying the nation would appreciate his stepping down for a much needed rest. The piece frames retirement as beneficial for health and national interest.
The article labels Uncle Joe Cannon as reactionary and tyrant yet notes he wins favor with fellow legislators. It hints at hidden strengths behind his controversial reputation and political influence.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette states it is beyond belief that Speaker Cannon represents Illinois sentiment, signaling strong opposition to his stance and suggesting regional discontent with his position.
The writer hopes public attention will drop as it did during the Thaw scandal, reducing scrutiny between the first and second Snell trials.
Charles Campbell sues Ida Grove resident William Anderson for damages alleging alienation of his wife’s affections. Campbell, a former horse trader now a Sac City restaurant man, seeks relief in the high profile civil action.
A description notes that this stretch of the country bore the brunt of a severe blizzard, with the storm delivering its strongest effects and disrupting travel and daily life in the area.
The town notes the oldest resident has not spoken since the Tuesday storm, with inquiries mounting about health and safety while officials monitor the situation and residents await any word.
A tramp locked out of the Tindell school house four miles northwest of Ottumwa set it on fire. The building burned completely, with about 1000 dollars in loss covered by insurance. The district school board offers a 50 dollar reward for the hobo's arrest.
Iowa press comment quotes Des Moines Capital accusing Democratic state committee members of frequent interviews and harpoon imagery about Des Moines conventions. It argues these officials reveal prejudices guiding actions and explains why the party makes only small advances in public affairs.
University of Iowa registration for the second semester nears completion with Registrar Barrett suggesting a possible surpass of the 2300 mark as students finalize enrollments.
The Cedar Falls Record supports the claim that Des Moines newspapers bias political conventions by criticizing how the Des Moines News covered last week’s Allison meeting. The Record calls the News report “a more insulting, untruthful report of a meeting of statewide importance.”
The Knights of Columbus plan a large class for the fourth degree in Des Moines on May 31. About 60 to 75 candidates are expected to participate, with representation from perhaps a score or more towns across Iowa South Dakota and Nebraska.
The Cedar Falls Gazette remarks on the uphill task of selecting a lieutenant governor running mate to pair with Garst against Murphy. It notes factionalism seems to matter little when faced with such a popular figure as Murphy.
Woodbury county tax ferrers pursue Cudahy Packing and Armour and Company to compel payment of taxes they were exempted from by common consent of Sioux City business men and the city council.
The Charles City Intelligencer predicts that continued Republican infighting will boost the Democratic Party. It calls the conflict unnecessary and unseemly and says it can only lead to future trouble.
George B Affleck a noted Iowa physical director who moved to Chicago about 18 months ago to head the Central Y M C A fitness program will depart March 15 for a new post in Springfield Massachusetts.
Mark Street er of Frames sues for $10.50 in Justice of the Peace Van Liew's court at Des Moines alleging breach of promise. The action seeks compensation for a broken heart dated in the local docket.
The Fort Dodge Messenger notes no major differences among Iowa Republicans, while acknowledging two factions exist within the party. The piece contrasts progressives with standpatters and highlights intra party tensions without endorsing either side.
An old advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Cure can stop regularities and cure any kidney and bladder trouble not beyond medicine, attributed to A. W. Morgan.
In a dim room Katherine weighs kindness and debt after a tense night. She recalls Camilla Lanc ing, questions her own pride, and plans to write to Rupert Haverford while considering his mother’s harsh judgment. A resolve grows to repair the rift and seek guidance from Mrs Brenton.
Mrs Lancing returns late after dining with Sir Samuel and others, attends a play, then suppers with a woman who mocks her, plays cards poorly, and travels home alone. Broxbourne hints at leaving town, Camilla fears confrontation yet senses relief if he goes, while she resents a once cruel man and worries Agnes Brenton would judge her.
Camilla contemplates her tangled marriage and moral turmoil as Ned’s remembered disdain for Sammy haunts her. She resents enabling a brute to hold power over her yet feels the pull of remorse and fear of becoming coarse like the man she despises. The scene ends with unfinished thoughts.
The city of Muscatine Iowa announces registration times for the March 2 1998 city election listing dates February 20 21 and February 29 with sessions 8 a m to 9 p m at ward hose houses and on election day for those outside the city or newly eligible. Voters who did not vote in November 1906 or who moved wards must register or risk losing their voting privilege. Mayoral seal J Asthalter City Mayor and Gustav Weis City Recorder.
G. A. R. Shelby Norman Post No 231 holds meetings on the first and third Tuesdays each month at G. A. K. Bali on Last Second Street. Visiting members are welcome. Commander J. H. Muuroe and Adjutant Gus Schmidt preside.
CULES OF HONOR MUSCATINE COURT No 677 meets every Monday evening in Woodman hall. Visiting members in good standing are invited to attend. Li G Schoeng is Chancellor and J Coster Recorder.
Muscatine Lodge No. 304 B P O Elks meets each Monday at 8 PM at the Elks Hall 122 lawa avenue over Cook Musser Bank. Visiting Elks welcome. Officers include Dr. H. Johnson dean and E R W Richards secretary.
F. O. E. Muscatine Aerie No. 815 holds weekly meetings every Tuesday at 8 pm in Eagle Lodge hall above Dunbar restaurant. Visitors are welcome. L. E. Alkens serves as W. P.
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