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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1900
Page
3
The schedule lists summer street car departures from the company office for South Muscatine Park Place Fair Grounds and Cemetery with trips every 20 minutes from early morning to late evening. Extra Sunday service begins at 8 am with half hourly runs to 10 am and then 20 minute intervals through 9 pm.
A public notice from Muscatine Iowa details newspaper subscription rates for daily and tri weekly delivery. It lists payment methods by postal card or telephone and instructs remittances via draft express or money order payable to JOURNAL PRINTING Co. The item reflects a second class mail registration and service details.
Irregular or tardy delivery of The Journal should be reported to the business office. Every copy should arrive before 6:20 p.m. Complaints should be made promptly if late. Subscribers are asked to provide secure delivery locations or boxes to protect from weather or molestation.
The Daily Journal offers summer subscribers a mobile service. Notify the business office in person by mail or by telephone to keep home news arriving wherever you go. Address changes can be made as often as needed.
Republicans in Des Moines organize August 1 event in Albia for Sixth District outreach led by local organizers to rally support and discuss campaign issues.
The ticket lists William McKinley of Ohio for President and Theodore Roosevelt of New York for Vice President, presenting a campaign pairing in the nation’s political slate.
Citizens are urged to vote tomorrow in Muscatine in favor of establishing a public library. The appeal stresses the issue as crucial for the city’s best interests and calls all eligible voters to participate.
In the Annals of Iowa July an 1896 article by the late Cyrus C. Carpenter chronicles the grasshopper invasion starting 1867 and lasting to 1877. It recalls northwest Iowa and southern Minnesota farmers suffering heavy losses, with Minnesota's area still abandoned as late as 1883.
The Democratic Sioux City Tribune denounces Bryan as a controlling figure for the party, likening his influence to a ruler with the state as his domain and warning such exaltation could threaten the party's fate. The piece contrasts Bryan with Andrew Jackson and cites Louis XIV to frame the warning.
The New York Tribune depicts William Jennings Bryan as a kingly figure crowned with 16 to 1. He raises the scepter of free silver and 16 to 1 while a Democratic donkey bears his hat. In the background Croker dances with a bloody tomahawk over Hill and holds Hill's scalp, marking the scene as a democratic critique.
The Des Moines Leader satirically pictures the Democratic donkey drenched by ice water during a warm convention. The scene shows a sponge on its head a fan on its hoof and Bryan and Stevenson’s flag hanging from its ear as the party endures the heat.
The Chicago Tribune reports thirty killed and 1 325 injured from Fourth of July fireworks and gunfire, with fires causing losses of 123 325 dollars. The piece argues for measures to curb the deadly celebration.
The article notes the Chicago platform reaffirmation by the Democracy with silver as the top issue and an added plank declaring imperialism the paramount concern, suggesting two equal paramounts in the party's stance.
Stop that cough right away with Mull's Lightning Cough Cure priced at 25c.
Real estate notices offer 260 acre stock and grain farm near Wellman with large house, bank barn, facilities, and potential income. Additional 203 acre Illinois farm, 184 Cedar county land, and assorted hotels and residences listed for exchange or cash deals. Call for buyers seeking to trade or purchase existing properties.
J G Speed in ainsleys magazine notes Italians form a growing, largely unskilled immigrant group in the United States. He cites 1890 population 182 580 and 1897 arrivals 59 431 with 10 913 previously in the U S. Speed calls them amiable and law abiding, a significant but mixed labor force.
The Dubuque Herald condemns President McKinley for ordering American troops from the Philippines to China to aid European forces in a joint assault on China. It argues the action oversteps the constitution and sets dangerous precedents.
The St Paul Globe, Minnesota, under the heading A Crime Committed, condemns both major sides and declares it declines participation in either. It criticizes those who claim credit for forcing the party toward free silver and calls for responsibility.
The Keokuk Gate City quotes a prominent local Democrat declaring that the Democrats went to Kansas City to defeat their own party and that they have succeeded. The remark is described as a clear case of suicide.
The piece contrasts Transvaal war deaths with everyday ailments. It argues needless life loss should be avoided and promotes Festetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for dyspepsia constipation and biliousness, claiming it cures digestion issues naturally and permanently.
The State Liquor Dealers Association opened its state meeting in Peru Indiana and prepared a petition for repeal of the war tax on beer. The gathering began on July 11 and involves dealers from across the state.
An old advertisement touts Cascaret Candy Cathartic as a cure for constipation with a money back refund offer. It notes the product name Cascaret and suggests pharmacists endorse or sell it, highlighting the claim of a permanent cure.
Joliet Illinois July 11 A prominent citizen Frank Shreufler is arrested on charges of murdering his wife by burning her alive after neighbors witnessed her scream and flames enveloping the home The wife died hours later in agony while three children were saved though disoriented The suspect denies the charge and a sister of the deceased backs the accusation with claims of gasoline saturating her clothes The case causes a citywide sensation as officials await further statements
For week ending July 10 1900 remaining uncalled letters include John P Cassel Jr J R Getty S Lindley Joachim Radie. Parties called to claim must say Advertised. W L Roach P M.
An advertisement for Dr Hobbs Sparagus Pills claims to cure all kidney ills. The sample is offered free. The ad lists Sterling Neety Co in Chicago or New York.
A 56 year old woman at Metropolitan Hospital suffers elephantiasis with extreme swelling. She weighs 400 pounds now, up from about 140, and the condition has extended to all parts of her body except the head, which is nearly enlarged.
Cadillac Michigan hosts a Michigan Hardwaremen's Association convention. A key topic is improving understanding and sentiment between retailers and wholesalers, with discussions likely addressing cooperation and business relations.
Citizens endorse a library plan funded by Mr Musser’s $50,000 gift seeking a city library open to all residents over ten. The argument stresses free home borrowing, reading rooms, and minimal taxes, inviting voters to approve on the 12th and join local organizations in support.
A fragment lists Bend City Lodge number 143, Modern Brotherhood of America, and Mechanics Aid Society as readable items from a historical document.
An old style drugstore ad promotes Candy Cathartic as a stomach and bowel cleanser. It claims relief for constipation and cough issues with a money back refund if CCC fails, noting safety for children and price points of 25 and 50 cents.
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