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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1909
Page
3
The passage urges right living and timely remedies. It promotes California Fig Syrup Co. Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a dependable laxative, stating it offers beneficial effects when bought genuine from the company and sold by leading druggists.
Representatives Payne and Young lead the Chicago Office at 750 Marquette Building. The Journal names multiple city agencies for reader convenience, including East Hill Hurlbut Grocery and Toborg Bros. Grocery, plus W C A Puschs Drug Store and several others in Kecklerville West Bill and Oregon Street. New York Office is 30 24 West 83rd Street.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Bell Telephone Office and editorial desk in Minneapolis area with stray city and department references. Missing clear event or outcome. only locations and business names inferred.
Sworn detailed circulation statement for June 1909 shows daily and total figures. Entries list multiple days with numbers around 6,785 to 8,788, reflecting varying circulation counts. The data include daily totals and identifiers, indicating monthly reporting procedures.
The Journal commends the city council for its seasonal mirth with a humorous display of city light contract juggling. It offers no further praise beyond the playful performance.
The purchase of the Council Bluffs Nonpareil by the Marshalltown Times-Republican operators has stirred considerable discussion across Iowa. Local readers await impacts on editorial stance and coverage as the sale settles in.
The Nevada and Cedar Rapids editors discuss newspaper consolidation, commercialization, and the Lee Syndicate’s role in Iowa and nearby states. They argue that while efficiency and broader news focus aid success, each paper preserves distinct personality and local policy, with no trust methods or monopoly. The five papers share a common bond, yet maintain individuality and community aims.
A historic advertisement claims Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters quickly cures indigestion dyspepsia biliousness and constipation and urges readers to try a bottle today.
Tributes pour in for Congress, Washington native Francis W. Cushman who died unexpectedly. The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes Cushman’s Iowa roots and the nation’s loss as leaders recall his public service, long career, and ties to the far west.
July 10 Sunday. Assessor Gordon filed city and township population totals with the county clerk. First Ward Whites 4197 colored 76 total 4273. Second Ward Whites 2393 colored 47 total 2440. Third Ward Whites 3421 colored 53 total 3474.
Thirty years ago Capt Eaton went to Rock Island to arrange hauling the ferry onto the ways for repairs. Upon haul out the Favorite with flatboat will serve as ferry. August Dore of Hershey's mill suffered a broken arm in an accident.
An obituary tribute lauds Cushman a self made Iowan, former railroad worker, schoolteacher, lawyer, and congressman. It notes his wit and independence from party lines, and laments the loss of a man who served at forty two, with a life of usefulness ahead.
The Wapello Republican notes a soggy Burlington regatta with heavy rain and drizzle. Crowds from Wapello Columbus Junction and Muscatine attended, but races were dull and attractions sparse. railroads hotels and restaurants profited while the event disappointed attendees.
In Davenport the Iowa supreme court held a passenger may step onto the platform during a train stop and remain a passenger It also ruled a Pullman porter is a train employee The case arose from a Rock Island incident where a passenger killed after missing footing when retracing onto a moving train and no signal was given
A St Louis project advertises a child friendly apartment building in a posh area between two luxury blocks. families with children can rent with free months tied to newborns and the policy bans more than one set of readers with no stated cap on children. the mockery underscores exclusive design.
In Washington Secretary Nagel triggers consternation by ordering "No work, no pay" for federal employers. The policy is met with disbelief as workers question its necessity and fairness.
Washington correspondents announce a big shakeup in the senate, urging readers to await the real performance when the senators run again.
A Jackson Republican argues the country should begin solving problems by revising some members of Congress, calling for a bottom-up change to tackle national troubles.
Twenty years ago Aldermen Schmidt and Jones County Attorney Lauder and Deputy Sheriff Will with Jos F Beard of the Journal force enjoyed a fishing expedition. The American eagle mounted on rocks with flag drapery decorates the flag festival to be held tonight.
Ten years ago Gertrude Freers five year old daughter of Henry Freers janitor at the court house living at Fourth and Walnut streets was struck by a fast driving horse. The animal leaped over her but narrowly avoided crushing her life with a heavy fall.
Washington officials gauge new tariff legislation amid fears it would place president of the board in near-dictatorial control. A New York bureau could limit treasury oversight as Marion DeVries is expected to be named president, raising concerns over Treasury authority and board power.
If your liver is sluggish and you feel dull or constipated take a dose of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets tonight before retiring and you will feel all right in the morning.
Gladwin defeated Columbus Junction 7 to 0 in a Sunday ball game at Gladwin. Local residents, including Mr. and Mrs. Chas Lovelace and daughter Adah Carson of Washington, visited the Hancher home this week. Maids and families from nearby towns also seen in town.
Flora Howe and her Topeka daughter Margery visited uncle L A Reiley in Wapello. Edward Mc Laughlin funeral was held at the Catholic church at 10 30 Friday, with the body taken to Dodgeville for interment. Rev G A Wickwire of Columbus Junction distributed chautauqua booklets.
John Newcomb exposes his ambition and loses a political fight but gains resolve and support from Betty. The scene unfolds in a warm library where she comforts him after a tough night and he admits love. The senator later praises Newcomb's public gesture and declares the moment a victory for his daughter.
Dispatches to Dan's Review report further gains in the business world and a promising crop outlook, fueling a general sense of optimism in trade circles.
Promises a free mail order for a women’s health herbal remedy. Claims to regulate and relieve back nUri nary bladder or kidney pains. Sold by druggists for 50 cents or by The Mother Gray Co. in La Roy New York.
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