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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1908
Page
3
Publication schedule and subscription rates notice
The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday. The Semi-Weekly Journal publishes 10 pages on Tuesday and several pages on Friday nights. Daily delivery is by carrier in the city and by mail for one year. Price figures show 3 dollars for daily and 3 dollars for semi weekly as listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Journal
Journal
Coke
Journal Agencies List For City Readers
The Journal lists city agencies for reader convenience including East Hill Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd Street South Muscatine W F Miksch's grocery End of street car track W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocers West Hill J H Fuller Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
East Hill
Clay Kneese
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
W. F. Miksch
W. C. A. Busch’s
Hershey Avenue
Kecklerville
Chayka’s
West Hill
J. H. Fuller
December 1907 Muscatine Journal circulation sworn
The Muscatine Journal publishes sworn circulation figures for December 1907. The statement shows daily totals with numbers like 6,400 6,375 6,460 and 6,425. Publisher Frank D. Throop swears to the accuracy before Notary Public Arthur Hoffman on January 2, 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell
Dacexes
Valley
Muscatine Journal
Wing Lotenay Sun
Ben Bees
Egies
Praik D. Throop
Frank D. Throop
Muscatine Co
State of Lowa
Arthur Hoffman
Canned music debate pits authors league against manufacturers
The Author's and Composer's League of America fights against canned music phono records and self playing instruments. They argue over the spread of mechanized music while recognizing homes now access music previously unseen and classical works gain ground.
Debated Currier bill and royalties on canned music
The piece discusses the Currier bill excluding canned music from copyright and a rival proposal by Senator Kit Tredge for a small composer royalty per scroll or record. It warns that widespread canned music hurts manuscript sales and deprives authors of earnings as records are overproduced and widely circulated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kittredge
Cummins Willing to Sacrifice for Progress in Iowa
The Waterloo Courier argues Governor Cummins should be sent to the Senate to clean out old methods threatening the republic since the Civil War. The piece notes Cummins is willing to sacrifice in politics, while joking about sensational press claims and political bravado.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Cummins
Waterloo Courier
Courier
Senate
Barnacles
Republic
Double for Jeff Davis sparks clash with Indianapolis police
In a holiday celebration a public figure’s lookalike joined a confrontation with the Indianapolis police, causing strain for officers. The piece notes a real Davis was involved, not a double, suggesting broader dangers discussed at the time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Booth Tarkington
Indianapolis
Jeff Davis
Arkansas
Davis
Lafe Young Denies Aspirations for Spain Mission
The Des Moines editor notes Lafe Young denies being an aspirant for the minister to Spain now but warns that plans can change. Some readers might call his recent vitriolic remark a pledge, though others view it as imprudent or unprogressive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafe Young
Spain
Lafe
Des Moines
Thaw trial continues amid limited testimony and photos
The ongoing Thaw trial proceeds with reduced unprinted pictures and testimony, while the court also weighs the Snell case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snell
Effect of the American stringency in England
Nottingham reports how American financial turmoil depresses exports to the United States and other nations, hits factories and retail trade, raises money costs, and curbs Christmas shopping. It notes potential US recovery, inflation trends in Europe, and historic lace production in Nottingham from Rev. William Lee to John Heathcoat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nottingham
England
United States
Custom House
American Custom House
Great Britain
Germany
New York
Europe
William Lee
Lee
John Heathcoat
Nottingham Museum
Heathcoat
Reminisents of Long Ago Postpone Gilt Enterprise Distribution
Mackey & Company postpones the gilt enterprise distribution to Saturday the 23rd due to tickets sent elsewhere for sale and some on hand remaining unsold. If the money is not refunded, buyers will receive it. The notice notes a possible distribution or refund to ticket holders. Framing details include local businesses and trains in heavy snow conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mackey & Company
Fire Near Miss at Local High School Building
A small blaze broke out in a primary room floor of a city high school yesterday afternoon caused by a stove. Fire was quickly contained. no injuries reported. In Lawrence Kansas a wedding took place at Trinity church with Rev Wain officiating. The groom was Rev John Bakewell rector of Atchison and Miss Elizabeth, daughter of the officiating bishop. Another marriage occurred at Red Oak Grove Cedar county Iowa with John Findley and Mary Cargill wed by Rev Boag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Church
Lawrence
Kan
Wain
John Bakewell
Atchinson
Elizabeth
R. Boag
James Safely
John Findley
Mary Cargill
Red Oak Grove
Cedar County
Robbery at Wilton Report Near Missed Express
A morning Wilton robbery tale notes a sneak thief struck Johnny Gray’s residence last evening while Mrs. Gray attended church. The thief took a gold watch and cash, with reports estimating several hundred dollars missing. Miss Fannie Gray is now book-keeper at Muscatine National Bank. Geo Whicher reportedly retired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilton
Express
Johnny Gray
Col D W Jackson and party travel for Iowa City and Des Moines
Col D W Jackson and his wife and Mrs G M Titus were travelers this morning to Iowa City for a day there and then to Des Moines to attend the inauguration. The Colonel will also attend a guard officers meeting where he will read a paper tomorrow. Dr Harry J Dean left yesterday to take charge of the Emergency hospital in Philadelphia. duration of absence unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col
D. W. Jackson
G. M. Titus
Iowa City
Des Moines
Harry J. Dean
Marine Hospital of
Philadelphia
How To Avoid Appendicitis A. W. Morgan Advice
Overview claims most appendicitis victims are constipated and promotes Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a cure. It asserts the syrup stimulates liver and bowels, restores natural action, and is mild to take with no nausea or griping. Refuse substitutes. 107 W. 2nd St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orino
A. W. Morgan
2Nd St
Gladwin Residents Report Social Visits and Local Business Moves
Gladwin Iowa residents including Mrs. James Cherwinker hosting relatives and friends, and several Davenport Muscatine visitors, plus a stock shipment from Blanchard Giesler ranch. Gerard Rabinold takes over the local store stock from Edgar Rabinold, who moves in with John Butcher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
John Morman
Harlie Cherwinker
Washington
Patt Halligan
Lone Tree
Abe Hensicker
Gerard
Edgar Rabinold
John Butcher
Lincoln social notes reflect New Year gatherings in town
In Lincoln Iowa on January 14 Mr and Mrs Levi Burr hosted a dinner for friends and relatives on New Year’s day. Several local residents and visitors attended events including weddings and social calls at Burr’s home with names such as Stock Hauri Petry and Herring among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Levi Burr
Walter
Fred Stock
Adams
Leona Timmerman
Minnie Haur
Lillian Holdeman
Mable Thomas
Lone Tree
Glen Burr
J. Burr
Louis Hauri
Downey
P. Ha
Birth of a Daughter Prompts Oak Grove Family News
In Oak Grove on January 14 Mr. and Mrs. Robi Shields welcomed a daughter born Monday morning. Local social notes mention the Ladies' Aid sewing at Mrs. Heselton's, a birthday surprise for Mr. Rice hosted by Mrs. Milton Rice, and the Young Ladies' Aid planning with Miss Ella Bloomer on January 15. Allan Stuart and son Donald visit J. C. Stuart. Butchering remains common in the neighborhood as Sunday school and a sermon are planned at Spangler Chapel next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak Grove
Robi. Shields
Ladies’ Aid Society
Henry Heselton
Milton Rice
Mr. Rice
Rice
Ella Bloomer
Allan Stuart
Donald
J. C. Stuart's
Spangler Chapel
Wapello Notices and County Assessor Meeting
Delayed report from Wapello notes Mrs. Joseph Worthman visiting due to her nephew Joiner Owens illness and death. Louisa county assessors met at the court house Saturday. Mrs. Ernest Winter suffers pneumonia at home. The infant Dorothy McChesney Cecil died at her grandparents’ home and was buried Sunday afternoon in a private funeral with Rev. Koopman conducting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wapello
Joseph Worthman
Columbus
Lizzie Owens
Joiner Owens
Louisa County
Court House
Ernest Winter
Dorothy McChesney Cecil
Bert Cecil
J. S. McChesney
McChesney
Koopman
Presbyterian Church
Skin disease cannot withstand two germicides
Advertising copy claims ZEMO and ZEMOTONE destroy germs causing skin disease and always cure. The sample note cites E. W. Ros Med. Co. of St. Louis and lists A. W. Morgan at 107 West Second Street as seller along with general druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.w.ros Med. Co
St. Louis
A. W. Morgan
West Second Street
The Conflicted Mrs Lancing Seeks Ruptured Peace
Camilla Lancing wrestles with romance and duty at Yelverton as Rupert Haverford's silence fuels her fear of losing him. She dreams of quiet control, notes gifts for children, and weighs the starchy life vs easy escape, while dinner reveals looming change and possible London departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sammy
Camilla
Samuel Broxbourne
Haverford
London
Yelverton
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Offer Relief in Minutes
Mrs Louise Lewellyn of Powell South Dakota praises Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills noting quick headache relief and recommending them to others. The ad claims 45 000 druggists nationwide and a 25 dose 25 cent package with a money back guarantee on the first package if no benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
U. S
Frank Snyder
Dr. Miles
Louise Lewellyn
Powell
South Dakota
Uncertain engagement casts quiet mood over gathering
Camilla notes the disappointment of an impending departure as Haverford explains he must leave early for his ailing mother. Mrs. Brenton then speaks softly to Camilla, touching her black chiffon in a restrained, intimate moment during the room’s subdued departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rupert Haverford
Dhat
Haverford
Agnes
Samrfiy
Sammy
Dennis
Mr. Haverford
Betty
Baby
Camilla
Mrs. Brenton
Camiilla
Hall's Catarrh Cure contract pledge appears in affidavit
Frank J. Cheney, senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo, swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notarized December 6, 1886, by A. W. Gleason. Includes claim that the medicine acts on blood and mucous surfaces and offers testimonials. Sold by all druggists. The Toledo family pills for constipation are also advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
A. W. Gleason
Seal
Hall
FE. J
Conesville Notes Include Family Travel And Church Growth
Mrs Jas Helverson visits Knoxville to see daughter Flossie in medical treatment. Teachers meet with Principal L R McKee and others to prepare examination questions causing Friday afternoon school closure. Norris visits Grace Chapman in Muscatine before returning to Chicago. Miss Mildred Fulmer visits Ottumwa sister Mrs Gee Norris. Collie Cecil and Nellie Singleton go to Columbus Junction for music lessons. Grace Reformed church welcomes several new converts Sunday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conesville
Jas
Helverson
Knoxville
Flossie
L. R. McKee
Louise Sears
Grace Stickney
Margaret Buser
Lara McCullough
Geo. Nicolay
Muscatine
Grace
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Iowa Evening Press Association
Kingdom
Government Board of Trade
Iowa College
Grinnell
B. K. Wintermute
Springer & Schroeder
East Second Street
Frank Joyce
John B. Dougherty
E. M. Kessinger
Samuel McNutt
Thos. Morford
Davenport
Gladwin
Camilla Lancing
Chamberlin. Mindt & CO
Charles H. Jalistury
Mgr
Ben Hur
Parquet
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