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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1902
Page
3
Notice to readers states the Chicago Inter Ocean office at 106 108 110 East Monroe Street is open for tours of its magnificent building. Readers may call to inspect and sightsee through its facilities showcasing modern mechanical and scientific improvements of the newspaper age.
Muscatine celebrates pledges toward a 40000 dollar Y M C A structure funded by gifts from P M Musser and a letter from Thomas Irvine of St Paul. The community welcomes a planned erection within the year to uplift local youth and citizenship.
A historical report counts Boer camp deaths in August to November, with thousands of children among the dead. It cites about 14 000 total deaths, notes the higher rate than Bombay plague weeks, and condemns the camps as a lasting shame worsening wartime hatred.
Henry Watterson declares readers will tire of mis information and demand trustworthy journalism. He warns editors will choose truth over wealth if the public demands accuracy and discriminates between fact and fantasy.
An Iowa editorial argues for state enforcement of liquor laws amid Ottumwa saloon violations. It notes screens, back doors, and wine rooms defying rules, with local officials failing to act and pastors forming citizen enforcement groups. It urges legislators to provide state enforcement at Des Moines.
The National Civic Federation in New York agreed to form an executive committee of 37 representatives from capital labor and the public to devise a plan for settling disputes without strikes lockouts or boycotts. Leaders include Samuel Gompers John Mitchell T J Schaffer and ex President Cleveland Archbishop Potter James H Eckels and others. The plan aims to prevent future labor conflicts through early fair meetings.
Burlington Hawkeye reports gossip from Des Moines about Hedge's renomination. The piece states Hedge faces no known opposition and may receive unanimous renomination, noting his strong record and support from Republicans across the district. It emphasizes his electability and continued service in the Iowa delegation.
The Marion Register supports pay increases for congressmen as just but warns of political imprudence. It cites campaign costs: a Democratic member says $3,500 and a Republican $3,000 spent between convention and election. A seasoned member notes he could save only about $40 a month from salary.
Side-Lights reports veterinarians urging a tuberculin test requirement for cattle imported into the state. The bill failed narrowly in the last session. Koch’s supposed views are disputed. farmers oppose examination and slaughter costs. The measure aims to block interstate cattle at risk and share testing costs with the state.
Muscatine eyes progress as a YMCA building joins a list of city assets including cemetery chapel library hospital old ladies home orphans home and a park. Governor-elect Cummins praised as bulwark of moral education, and Judge Selden P Spencer delivered a notable address at the banquet.
A Detroit report notes Mrs. Sarah Williams, a 40 year old widow and believer in spiritualism, claims marriage to the spirit of deceased millionaire Theodore Comstock. A medium facilitated the nuptials and another medium reportedly conveyed a message from the departed.
London Standard surveys how authors misstate astronomy in fiction, citing Hall Caine, Dickens, Rider Haggard, and Twain. It notes the moon's phase and position often clash with scenes, such as a crescent moon in the east implying daylight, an eclipse mistimed, and persistent full moons on nightly voyages.
In a solemn ceremony the bride vows fidelity to her husband while ghosts of departed charmers linger. The groom’s plea for hearing was not timely, but the couple proceed with a vow to respect the dead. Numerous spirits arrive offering congratulations and gifts, though none have substance. The bride and groom plan to live together, with a stipulation to keep haunting ghosts from interfering.
The Des Moines Register notes 1 564 991 dollars spent on city improvements last year, up 50 percent from the prior year. Mt Pleasant works lack water except from new wells. the asylum is cut off and boiler owners warned. Electric plant faces shutdowns due to scarcity. The 1901 drought boosts shredded corn fodder use. fodder stays local while hay exports rise. The Living Age Company Boston publishes an eclectic magazine covering art, science, travel, biography, literature, poetry, fiction, politics, and international affairs.
Literary notes praise a new romance by Roy Rolfe Gilson, a young Iowa author and journalist graduate, comparing its charm to Mitchells Reveries of a Bachelor. The book follows a man’s heart from childhood through mature love with graceful narration and a satisfying ending.
Philadelphia magazine Table Talk opens its January issue with etiquette expert Mrs. Burton Kingsland of New York authoring The Conventional Way of Setting the Table. The issue touts fashions for 1903 and includes pieces on housekeeping in Mexico Burmah table customs and mumps and chicken pox by a nurse, plus practical articles and illustrated dishes.
The Living Age dated January 4 1902 bears the number 3000 on its title page. Founded in 1844 by E Littell the weekly magazine has carried to readers every Saturday for nearly six decades the freshest and most important writings.
A Mexican war veteran and editor credits Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with preventing pension increases by curing Mexican diarrhoea during service. He calls it unequalled for quick, safe relief and notes local druggists J J Havercamp and W C A Busch sell it.
A Saturday Review excerpt describes rabbits leaping toward each other and springing into the air at contact, each clearing the other with higher jumps. They land tails first and instantly flee, repeating the pattern several times as if enacting a synchronized game or dance.
A New York Press column critiques the fever for rapid gains and quick cures. It notes a young woman overtraining to grow her voice, warns of pervasive "get rich quick" schemes, and cites legal troubles and widespread overexertion harming health.
An editor urges constant humor in columns while a new reporter submits a burglary note from a butcher shop. The piece begins with Mr Jeremiah Cleaver, a well known butcher, described as losing flesh rapidly. This brief exchanges highlight newsroom dialogue and a crime note.
A brief, humorous quote about speaking French and shrugging shoulders attributed to Jon ion Answers. It frames a light exchange on language ability and humor in communication.
Advertisement notes a money back guarantee if Rector does not cure piles. Includes offer of a free pile pipe with each package and free samples. Signed by J. J. Havercamp.
The article discusses how explosion sounds are unreliable for signaling due to variable penetration and brief duration. It favors reeds, sirens, and two-note signals. notes that high pitches carry better but should be combined with varying tones. Examples include Alpine cries, Australian calls, and children’s high pitched calls like Sally to reach distant listeners.
The piece traces turquoise as December’s birthstone, its ancient popularity among Mexicans and Western peoples, and legends of its protective powers. It notes fading with illness, myths of warding contagion, and Shakespeare’s reference to a turquoise ring. It also mentions Turkish origin of the name and faith-based healing notions.
The United States buys Cascarets at six million boxes annually and expects eight million by New Year. The ad proclaims Cascarets the most delightful bowel regulator for all year and assures a cure. Available at druggists in 10 25 and 50 cent boxes.
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