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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1900
Page
4
Muscatine Journal lists annual subscription rates delivered by carrier with weekly payments in advance. Orders accepted by postal card or telephone No 27. Remittances payable to Journal Printing Co Muscatine Iowa.
The passage rebukes anti imperialist claims that retaining the Philippines will flood the U S with cheap labor. It recalls wartime fears about emancipation and black migration, arguing census data show limited northern movement and that fears of Filipino exodus are unfounded humbuggery by demagogues.
The Sioux City Journal doubts Allen's claim that the Populist party is stronger, suggesting the statement may reflect a figure of speech about butter aging rather than real gains.
The speaker argues the Chinese misunderstand open doors preferring bidirectional flow. They claim Chinese workers want U.S. entry to aid production for goods shipped back, framing the issue as a one sided economic concern.
A Democratic paper notes the South shows extraordinary industrial growth but calls it only a beginning. It laments that the region benefits from national policies it does not vote for.
An orator Bryan delivers forceful rhetoric while touring hostile regions. When he announces his candidacy in November he will confront a rival campaign as harsh as a new glacial epoch.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company subscribed fifty thousand dollars toward the five million dollars required for the 1903 Louisiana Purchase centennial in St. Louis.
Press opinions note the Iowa collateral inheritance tax law remains a constitutional fixture yielding revenue without discouraging thrift. Ottumwa Courier condemns Clark’s Senate seat, arguing that failure to expel him after proof of guilt would be a national scandal and undermine the Senate’s credibility.
Andrew Guinn a Cen terville merchant arrested in Marys ville Missouri on perjury charges. C G McCarthy ex Auditor of State named as Des Moines district congressional candidate with Cummins forces backing him. Poweshiek county Republican primary set for March 10. Montezumas Republican notes rules to prevent Democratic cross voting and asks if you voted Republican last fall.
The notice notes the winter of 1900 is rapidly passing and mentions time moving forward with the season coming. It reflects early 20th century cadence and local seasonal concern.
Family moves announced as Father Allen sells his farm and relocates west with tenants in place. Barry Stephens takes over Hai leck farm, William Meeks considers Atalissa or West Liberty, Timmersman family leaves Allen place, Isadore Rolle moves to Charley Houseman’s old farm, Charley shifts to Bloomington. Presbyterian Willing Workers sew with Grandma Drake, Cedarville literary debate on newspapers vs books with judges split 2-1. Matthias Johnson’s death shocks neighbors. Grandma Holmes visits Mrs Swain. Holmes Brothers cut wood for Albert Gertz. Health generally good. other changes pending.
Hazel Dell organized a school with Superintendent E H Potter and officers Miss Kate Fisher and Mrs Nan Powell. A Sun day school at the French school house lists M Brookhart as Superintendent and Mary Bouruff as Treasurer with organist Miss Jordan. The Lambert telephone line is completed and local activity includes hog trades and a large public sale with corn at 30 to 34 cents per bushel.
Fred Teller, who bought the John Rus property with several judgments, abandons the deal and moves his shop to the Shillig brick with family. He says the costs exceed the property value and blames the heavy judgments. O Savill, the barber, contracts measles after shaving a Barnett boy and attending church during the outbreak.
A son of Gus Lukosky contracts measles while the community expects more cases. Stella Ford returns from Lafayette Ind to visit her sick mother but arrives after her mother’s death. An 8 pound girl is born to Mr and Mrs Sutton. Fred Teller buys a house and lot from Mr Mingo for 535 dollars.
Rev Richard Haney oldest active Methodist minister in the world died suddenly at Altoona at age 88. He will be buried in Peoria after funeral services in Altoona and Monmouth. For 25 years he was presiding elder of the district and a longtime abolitionist and Lincoln ally. Born 1812 in Ohio, he came to Illinois in 1834, helped form the central Illinois conference, and drafted early Civil War abolition resolutions. He served as chaplain in the Sixteenth Illinois and later in the G A R department.
Captain L L Wheeler has submitted a 995000 dollar estimate to the government for the Hennepin feeder and main line work to be carried out in the coming year. The amount covers right of way, outstanding contract debts, and payments for planned contract work.
Des Moines reports that Hon John Cownie is on Washington’s agricultural department payroll at 800 dollars yearly plus expenses. The notice says the appointment to the control board promised good conduct but he holds another federally paid post earning 800 to 1000 dollars and provides no practical service.
Mrs. Hughes of Bondurant and Mrs. McCord of Marshalltown receive pensions for widowed status linked to veterans of the Civil War. Amelung of the Seventh Iowa cavalry at the Soldiers' Home is granted a $6 monthly pension plus about $600 back pay, with $2 monthly for 1886 85 and $6 monthly from 1895 onward. Washington not yet announced.
August Grossenbaugh struck a three gallon per minute flowing water vein while prospecting near Dayton for the C and N W tank. Lake City official verified the steady flow. The water witch has faced skepticism but celebrates a promising, abundant supply for the area.
A Cleveland Plaindealer feature blends light imagery with a portrait of a man whose quiet expression becomes striking when his face lights up. The piece contrasts plainness with charisma, noting the variability of his visible charm.
In Collier's Weekly a claim is made that the diamond is the hardest known substance. The article notes a discussion involving De Witt and a favorable stance toward the assertion.
Quincy police officers killed two expert safe blowers likely from Chicago after a running hotel pursuit. The trio allegedly targeted building and loan offices in Illinois towns including Galesburg and Freeport, with a $20,000 haul at Adams County Building and Loan. A man’s fatal shot came at Moecker's hotel and another fell during a street chase as burglars tried to flee.
Laredo Texas January report states President Diaz favors Gen Bernardo Reyes as successor when he retires. Reyes, Mexico’s minister of war and former Nuevo Laredo governor, is popular with foreign elements for his energetic progressive leadership and is seen as a future presidential candidate. Diaz reportedly will seek reelection and back Reyes for the December term.
Fire nearly destroys the town of Ramsey in Pana Illinois area on Sunday causing an estimated loss of 25000 with 10006 insured.
Paris report notes the election of 99 senators produced a decisive setback for the nationalists with only three of their 30 candidates winning seats.
Berlin on January 29 reports the prince regent of Bavaria awarding Dr. Nansen the order of St. Michael first class in recognition of his explorations.
Indianapolis delegates from the miners and operators spent Sunday at the hotel discussing concessions. Early signals point to small gains by operators, a stable miners’ screen agreement, and Illinois adoption of the double standard, with Illinois miners fearing job loss if the change is forced.
Washington reports the House Agriculture Committee backs a bill to reorganize the Weather Bureau with a merit system. It would appoint through nonpartisan processes, protect employees from political removal, and remove disabled or inefficient staff without cost to the government while preserving tenure for productive workers.
Toledo reports that manufacturers of baby carriages and children's wagons met in secret and agreed on a 20 percent price rise. Representatives deny a cartel but say higher iron costs require a uniform advance.
It is bitterly cold in Troy New York and the strike against United Traction Company persists causing suffering as the company’s deadline for workers to return to duty passed at noon Saturday.
Vienna observers warn the China situation could trigger a broader response with foreign fleets sent to safeguard nationals. The Neue Freie Presse notes France may be followed by other powers in deploying warships.
A Chicago and Grand Trunk locomotive blew up at Edwardsburg resulting in the deaths of the engineer, fireman, and conductor. The incident reported by a Battle Creek dispatch to the Journal occurred in Michigan.
Washington officer C C Morrow longtime executive clerk of the United States senate died in Washington Sunday at age 58. He was a Missouri native.
Louisville court opened the trial of State Senator S. B. Harrell accused by Col. John H. Whallen of obtaining money under false pretenses. The case began with opening statements and witness testimony expected to follow.
Washington observers report that on January 28 the president and Mrs McKinley celebrated their twenty-ninth wedding anniversary with private observances at the White House.
J J Toher and Co brokers with H E McKay manager report Muscatine post office and Chicago offices as of January 29 1900.
Muscatine Iowa January market reports show wide ranges in prices for wood lime cement coal various grains and produce. Grain futures include flour sacks at 1.05 dollars per sack wheat 50 to 60 cents per bushel corn market price 26 cents shippers 241/4c and oats 20 to 21 cents for shippers with mill pays 20c. Buoyant live stock prices with hogs 3.50 to 3.75 cattle butcher stock 2.50 calves 4.50 to 5.00 and spring lamb 4 to 5 cents per pound. Dairy products eggs 20 cents per dozen butter 15 to 22 cents per pound. cheese 17 to 20 cents. Miscellaneous items including sugar 5.75 per 100 pounds, beeswax 17 to 12 cents, potatoes 40 cents per bushel, lemons 25 to 35 cents per dozen, bananas 1.25 to 2.00 per bunch. Lumber and hardware quotes listed with numerous prices. market described as unsteady or strong in places.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer clipping contrasts Boston’s bustling club scene with a remark about police clubs and fear of testifying. The anecdote notes a man who was clubbed by a police officer refused to testify to avoid a repeat beating.
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