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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1908
Page
3
The fragment lists Journal Printing Co with editorial staff and city county coverage. It notes Muscatine papers and affiliations with the press, plus a mailing address and business location at 750 Marquette Building in Chicago.
The Daily Journal is issued every evening during the week and Sunday. The Semi-Weekly Journal is published 10 pages on Tuesday and 5 pages on Friday nights. Daily by mail is $3.00 per year, weekly 10 cents per week, semi weekly one year price listed.
The Journal lists city agencies for readers convenience including East Hill and East 2nd street. Businesses such as Clay Kneese Grocery South Muscatine W F Miksch's Grocery W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery West Still J H Fuller Grocery are mentioned along the streetcar track area.
An unclear text fragment from a business and editorial office section mentions venues and a Mississippi Valley reference. Readable names or dates are not present to identify a specific event or person for a fuller summary.
The document presents sworn circulation figures for December 1907 for the Muscatine Journal. It lists multiple daily circulation totals around 6,275 to 6,400 copies with various sub-totals and a reported annualized figure. The sheet includes formal totals and error notes typical of a newspaper's circulation statement.
Frank D. Throop publisher of the Muscatine Journal swears that the above number of copies were printed and circulated in December 1907. Notary Arthur Hoffman verifies the affidavit sworn January 2, 1908 in Muscatine County Iowa.
A reflective piece compares Ouida and George Dixon, lamenting their decline into poverty after fame. It argues life wisdom lies in saving for tomorrow, not just wealth, and urges preparing both material security and lasting deeds for the coming days.
The text reflects on evil deeds and the remorseful view of aging, contrasting youthful passions with memory’s harsh mirrors. It ponders the pity of the elderly looking back over years as death nears and seeks comfort in memory and hope.
The reports from Des Moines suggest little difference between the old and new plans. The familiar battle between the better and worse elements continues with each faction defending its own superiority. The issue may lie with the people rather than the methods.
A Des Moines Register and Leader editor facing accusations of siding with public service corporations. The newspaper opposes a man claimed to be opposed by those firms, prompting remarks about poetic justice as consequences loom.
A Sioux City feud escalated to dynamite explosions on the Missouri River ice fields. The bystander remains at risk, with tensions warned to rise by next July.
A Davenport Times writer sums up timeless wisdom in one line about women’s suffrage stating They will vote when the majority of women want to vote. The remark invites married men to test the idea, reflecting contemporary views on voting rights.
The campus discusses the rumor that Jack London is safe after an unspecified disappearance. People express relief but note they expected him to reappear and do not mind where he turns up.
Sioux City Journal calls Taft strong and in control of Iowa factions. Waterloo Times-Tribune notes GOP discussion over Bryan breaking with Parker and linking to Roger Sullivan, easing attention from Taft Foraker Cannon Fairbanks Roosevelt and Hughes disputes.
In a Cedar Rapids Republican report President Roosevelt dismisses charges of using federal patronage to influence Taft’s nomination as an unqualified lie. He hints he may employ stronger language if provoked, suggesting mounting tempers in the political fight.
The Sioux City Tribune accuses the Democrat of backing re election of Senator Allison. The piece labels Cummins as a political prostitute and criticizes Long John Kelly as consistently wrong in politics.
A traveling man who visited Iowa City recently is represented by the Republican party. The report notes his political affiliation and local engagement during the visit.
Grand Rapids man testimonial claims six years of sluggish liver and constipation improved by Dr. A. W. Chase Kidney Liver Pills. He reports kidney inactivity causing pain in the loins and says the pills cure the organs’ inactivity rapidly. Free sample offer from Dr. A. W. Chase Medicine Co. Buffalo N Y.
William Howard Taft born Cincinnati September fifteenth eighteen fifty seven. Yale and Cincinnati Law School graduate. career spans reporter judge solicitor general circuit judge and secretary of war. Led American government setup in the Philippines and engaged in affairs with Pope Leo, Cuba, Panama, and global interests.
A Republican view laments Muscatine’s business decline after saloon closures. It argues the city will not stay dry, citing human imperfectibility and a pendulum returning to licensing, while condemning saloonmen for illegal activity and political meddling.
Miss Hazel Gabbert of New London married John Cochran of Fairfield in a private ceremony at 405 West Burlington Street where Cochran had prepared rooms for the couple. Their planned December 31 wedding was postponed by the bride’s sudden illness, now resolved.
Members of the Seventh congressional district were called to meet in Des Moines next Tuesday to choose delegates. The exact time and location will be announced at the state conference for the purpose of naming delegates held at the Wellington Monday afternoon.
Aurelia resident Aurelia-Lloyd Wilson a noted barber and gambler and Miss Gertrude Waddell aged 20 daughter of O D Waddell wealthy land owner and stock buyer eloped. They left Aurelia by team driving to Storm Lake where last seen and whereabouts unknown.
The last day to file affidavits of candidacy in Davenport under the Iowa primary law shows Charles Lindholm sixth ward alderman John Soller contractor and county supervisor and Charles Schick businessman as Republican mayor candidates. Democratic nominees include Attorney George W. Scott and Attorney M W Ganfion. Several candidates are listed for other offices.
In Chapter IV, Katherine Grainger confronts Rupert Haverford about her abrupt dismissal by Mrs Baynhurst. She reveals she was taken from a school she loved, left without support, and left penniless with no guardian. Haverford admits he knows little of his mother’s plans and urges patience as Katherine questions her uncertain future.
Keota claims the only female rural mail carriers in the state with Pearl Dillion and Letta Dillion serving Route No. 4 northeast of the city. The two women are praised as faithful and persistent postal workers for the local post office.
Eleven year old Oottumway Fred Anderson drowned in the Des Moines river near the Vine street bridge while skating. His nine year old brother Leonard and companion Charles Withrow were almost drowned while rescuing him but were saved by men who heard cries for help. The drowned boy's body has been recovered.
An 19th century medicine ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for injuries from fire falls and bruises. It claims cures for burns wounds sores eczema and piles with a guaranteed result, priced at 25e from Havercamp’s Prescription Drug Store.
In Iowa, gas companies including ours seek higher charges or risk halting supply. They claim rising costs, while noting they have provided reliable gas. Separately, a theft at a depot occurred between passenger and freight trains as a robber unlocked the ticket office, stole money from a drawer, and left no clues to identify the culprit.
Three large sleighing parties depart this evening. The Electric Literary society crosses the river to McGreer's, friends of Allen McCampbell head to his country home, and Miss Calla Richman hosts guests at her residence three miles from the city.
The item notes a dated calendar reference stating January 27 1878 was a Sunday thirty years ago.
A bold robbery occurred between 11 and 12 o'clock today at the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific railroad ticket office in the city. The drawer of the office was involved in the incident, with details limited in the report.
Ten years ago S F Shotwell and Mrs Mary Hine joined in marriage in the afternoon. Homer Brookhart, 16, died of consumption at his Mercer county home. His funeral was held in Seventy-Six township after a morning service. A party gathered to celebrate Mr and Mrs Peter Maurath tenth wedding anniversary with games music and refreshments.
A distressed young woman confides to Rupert Haverford her dire poverty and independence. She recounts wandering through a fogbound city, seeking shelter and a holiday, only to find her old home empty and her future uncertain. The scene closes with plans to involve Mrs. Baynhurst for guidance.
Advertisement notes bilious headache relief with Dr King's New Life Pills at Haver camp's Prescription Drug Store. Claims liver and bowels function properly and lists a 25 cent price.
Miss Saur of Richmond was a passenger to Iowa City. J P Yoder returned from Chicago with stock. Mrs Stover moved to Washington. Jno A Yoder and J C Preston were Washington visitors to serve on the jury. Mena Dunlap appointed and bonded as assistant postmistress. A C Sleichter and wife left for Missouri and Kansas. P J Huff returned from Wednesday trip Monday. Sherman Sleichter visited home Saturday. Ethel and Edna Allen were at home between trains. George Weidlein and family visited the Yoder clan Sunday. George Beck returned from Nebraska. Emmet Louck visited Wellman yesterday. W H Cress of Riverside in town yesterday. Charles Strickler to Iowa City for time with sister Mrs D N Troyer. Rev Brooks of North English aiding Rev Jordan in revival meetings. Mrs M W Long visited sister Mrs Fred Martin Hedrick. Wm Smith returned from Nebraska trip.
The document lists daily rail schedules effective January 5 1908 for the Rock Island System. It includes departure and arrival times for Davenport Chicago Davenport Washington Oskaloosa Kansas City Ft Worth and California Special and Local Freight and Mail and Express services. It notes trains running east west and southwest with daily operation except Sunday and trains under agent W. Underdliak.
Wilton trains depart and arrive Muscatine with Nos 504 505 500 501 502 503 linking the Wilton branch daily except Sunday. Morning 6:25am 8:00am. mid day 10:15am. early afternoon 12:35pm. 3:20pm. 5:30pm.
In effect April 190% the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway shows passenger and freight schedules with No 92 and No 91 freight trains, times around 2:30 am to 11:44 pm and a 7:58 am reference, indicating service hours and passenger movements.
North bound No 5 and No 1 depart Muscatine at 9:35 pm and 9:00 am with connections to Round House Fruitland Grandview Wapello Elrick Junction and Muscatine arrivals. South bound No 4 No 2 run from Muscatine at 6:00 pm and 11:00 am with stops at Round House Fruitland Grandview Elrick Junction and connections to Iowa Central and other lines. Trains No 1 3 5 operate on Sundays or select days. No 6 runs Mondays only with various junction links.
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