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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1900
Page
10
The piece argues against re establishing the Spanish friars in Philippine parishes. It warns such a move could bring endless trouble, asserting these orders aided tyranny and resisted reforms. It calls for total separation of church and state and for the church to operate independently of the American government.
The piece notes President Snow’s manifesto declaring the church has abandoned polygamy. It recalls a Colfax remark about revelation to quit the practice, implying a turning point in Mormon history and public life.
The Tipton Advertiser urges rigid enforcement of the mulct law as saloons return. It claims leasing gambling and selling to minors and drunkards are prohibited and permits should be revoked for violations, while accusing brewing firms of supporting Tipton's three saloons and defying the law.
Census Director Merriam authorizes warning that sweeping advertisements promise 50 000 jobs with the census bureau for a fee and no examination. The fraud claim targets the unwary as swindlers flood the country with misleading notices.
Editor of the Ottumwa Democrat reports a letter from Grover Cleveland refusing to write on the 1900 campaign. He states that any draft would be viewed by Democratic leaders as an intrusion by an outsider seeking to disrupt their plans.
Chicago literary circles buzz over claims that Rudyard Kipling authored the best selling novel David Harum. W. Allen White of Kansas sparked the debate, and librarian C. W. Daggett of Wells Fargo library denies the accusation. The dispute traces to White's Gazette of Emporia and fuels a wider sensational literary controversy.
A Chicago luncheon hosted by Roswell M. Field allegedly exposed that Edward Noyes Westcott used Kipling as the author of David Harum. W. A. White claims the event would prove the truth, while Field declines to comment. The note spans a reported exchange from Emporia Kansas to Dagget and White.
The canal would cut 6.261 million cubic yards of glacial drift and 12.006 million cubic yards of solid rock creating an 160 foot wide bottom channel. It would carry 600000 cubic feet of water per minute for 3 million people and include a 200000 cfm auxiliary flow. Navigable for boats under twenty two feet draft. Government support hoped to extend Mississippi commerce from Great Lakes to Gulf of Mexico.
ADAMS. H. Meyers remains focused on the same matter. Mrs. John Meyers is reported very ill. Enos Shafer visited Gust. and Fred. Meyers Sunday. John Lewis and wife made a pleasant call in town last Friday. Mrs. Allie Adams is listed as sick. Chas. Meyers and his sister Mary were county seat visitors Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Smith attended the sale at Mr. Rowland's Monday. Mrs. Geo. Schildsberg and children visited H. Meyers Friday. A man from Iowa City sold medicine here Monday. Charley Groteludheon and Bill Flake called Friday evening. Billy Smith and family and Henry Smith and family visited the parental home Sunday. Many farmers were in Muscatine Saturday on business. Jess Mundy has been coming to town recently. Wonder who Jess beat out of a hitching post this time. Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Ayers and daughter Mrs. Minnie Ayers and son Elmer and Henry Meyers of near Ata-
The community chased a burglar who stole about $28 and a gold watch near Oakville Iowa. He fled to Illinois as officers closed in but remained at large after evading capture despite close approaches and a shotgun muzzle sighting.
In Des Moines at noon the Iowa legislature met in joint session and reelected James H. Gear of Burlington to the United States Senate. The vote was 111 for Gear and 32 for White. Governor Shaw signed Gear’s certificate and sent it to Washington.
Frederick Kimball Stearns of Detroit donates a 1600 title musical library to the University of Michigan. The collection includes orchestral scores and other rare costly works.
Marshalltown Iowa January 18 three cases of sickness in city families are pronounced smallpox in the mildest form. The cases are isolated and vigorous measures will be taken with no danger of spread. The sick recently came from Mahaska county.
Chicago dispatch reports a persistent belief from Cape Town that Ladysmith has been relieved. The notice notes the rumor focus and the ongoing wartime communications from the theater in South Africa.
The text outlines John the Baptist's admonitions to the crowd to repent and bear fruits, warns against relying on Abraham, and explains baptism as cleansing. It notes Jesus’ greater coming, and includes comments on John’s mission, preparation of the way, and related observations about public figures and historical context.
The quoted aphorism reflects on public unrest and the challenge of restoring calm after agitation, contrasting it with a paradox of peace and departure.
A veteran Philadelphia physician disputes vivid deathbed fears, saying the dying process is a quiet parting with loved ones. He notes resignation often follows the knowledge of impending death, and that fear is a human trait not tied to circumstances.
Admiral Dewey and wife plan to attend the New Orleans Mardi Gras in February. A robbery at Omaha Station B totaled 2354 dollars. The Lake Carriers' Association held its ninth annual convention in Detroit. Tom Weldon will replace Ted Sloan as first jockey for Lord Beresford in London. Kansas City plans another interurban to Olathe Ran. A. H. McConnell of Chicago touts a new wireless telegraphy system. Rev J M Atwater died in Cleveland at 62, former president of Hiram College. Physicians from IL WI IA prepare for a Paris excursion. The Lawton fund closed at 909 dollars to be given to Mrs Lawton. President McKinley hosted a state dinner for the diplomatic corps. John B. Sherman retires after 21 years at Union Stock Yards & Transit. Francis P. Owings files a large bankruptcy in Chicago. Baltimore and Ohio directors reelected. John K. Cowen remains president. Count and Countess Roni de Castellane sail from Havre for New York to visit Mr and Mrs George Gould.
Indianapolis January 18 The United Mine Workers of America third day session opens with John Mitchell presiding. About 700 delegates attend as reports detail 91 019 paid members, 931 locals, district No 12 largest with 27 756 members, receipts 111 665 57, expenses 72 277 52, cash 39 378 32. Membership rose about 40 percent amid organizing and strikes. Per capita dues contributed 74 264 70.
Madrid reports Premier Silvela announced negotiations with the United States for a peace and friendship treaty and an extradition agreement. He said steps have begun toward a commercial treaty and the restoration of normal relations.
A woman tends to be shaped more by her suspicions than by direct instructions. The remark emphasizes internal doubt over external guidance in decision making.
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