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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1907
Page
3
A brief AP syndicated item appears amid Lee Newspaper Syndicate and Iowa Evening organization credits, indicating a standard press distribution line. The note credits Associated Press and regional syndication partners for content.
New York Office at 140 Nassau Street lists La Coste and Maxwell in charge. Chicago Office at 750 Marquette Building lists Payne and Young in charge.
The Daily Journals issued every evening except Sunday and the Semi-Weekly Journals on Tuesday and Friday nights. Daily delivered in the city by carrier for 1 cent weekly. Daily by mail one year $3.00. Semi-Weekly by mail one year $1.50.
The Journal lists agencies for reader convenience across several streets and towns. Locations include East Hill East 2nd Street South Muscatine Morse Washburn's Grocery End of street car track W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey Avenue Kecklerville Charka's Grocery West Hill Sharrar's Grocery.
Editorial office Beil and Mississippi Valley appear in a fragmented telephones listing. The readable text hints at an office directory or telecommunication notice with scattered letters and abbreviations. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.
The Muscatine chautauqua enters its second annual session next Thursday. It is praised as a powerful educational force expanding across Iowa with lectures on politics, literature, music, art, and public affairs. The piece credits the movement for awakening public sentiment and fostering citizen empowerment through self-education.
The Sioux City Journal asks which country would be class A power in Manchuria while Japan fights another class A power. It argues Russia’s claim is weakened after its defeat by Japan, noting public doubt over Japan's standing.
Quotes extol a remedy claimed to save lives and bring relief in minutes. Harry K. Thaw and Judge Loving endorse it alongside Mrs Bowie and others, asserting its efficiency and permanence. The notice touts Collier's as finding no fault and calls the product the greatest panacea of the age.
Collier's magazine labels Charles Warren Fairbanks as a bad man and ally of Wall Street while he saves a western waitress and prepares to speak at the Christian Endeavor convention. The piece critiques his integrity amid national attention.
The speaker urges Roosevelt to consider appointing a non Iowan to replace former Mint Director Roberts, arguing the state can endure the risk if the president is willing to take chances.
The last issue of the Lone Tree Reporter appears in a new dress with entirely new type that materially improves the appearance of this splendid weekly.
Mark Twain leaves dear old London this week with the English to spend the next month trying to discern what has caused their mirth. The famed American humorist will seek new venues to entertain and finish his current engagements abroad.
The judge faces conflicting testimonies asking whether Haywood or Orchard tells the truth about a man’s character. The court must decide which version holds.
Residents recall a forecast of a shallow wind and pressure change said to pass in a day or two. Authorities urge calm and routine precautions while monitoring for any impacts on health and safety.
A reader asks about the massive U S naval deployment to the Pacific, noting it reflects a strong national effort and warning against war while praising the scale of the fleet.
The Chicago Tribune notes Raymond aligns Hughes career with Cleveland’s but warns the difference is notable.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette backs Mr Garst in the governor race and argues his removal would be unfair. It notes he bore much factional fighting last year and remains well qualified to succeed Gov Cummins. The paper cautions against boosting Funk at Garst expense.
The Atlantic Telegraph mocks Senator Tillman for prancing on a chautauqua platform and shouting liar over the crowd in a bid to outshine Booker T. Washington. It contends Washington works quietly for uplift and that Tillman’s display inspires amusement and pity rather than anger.
The Marion Register notes Lieut. Gov. Garst has not filed to sidetrack his progressive gubernatorial bid. It predicts any filing will be described in seventeen languages, asserting he is the rightful heir to the throne and promising succession will be fulfilled.
The Cedar Rapids Republican says voters will favor the man who faces the least self-promotion next year. The paper notes the public prefers voters to hunt for and choose their own candidates rather than having candidates hunt and pick.
The Webster City Freeman-Tribune states it would name Taft now with no hesitation if choosing among presidential candidates. It says Taft looks like a winner and the situation is entirely satisfactory to Iowa Republicans.
The Waterloo Reporter states Garst is being dropped not for lack of service but because Mr Funk is a closer choice, expressing a sentiment that Garst's devotion was not the issue.
A historical note on the Golden Medical Discovery by Dr Pierce of Buffalo New York. It describes the use of glycerine and heated apparatus to extract curative properties from native medicinal roots including Golden Seal. The advertisement lists approved uses for weak stomach indigestion or biliousness and endorses its effectiveness for catarrhal bronchial throat affections and hoarseness. It warns it cannot cure advanced consumption and encourages a fair trial with no miracles expected.
The Burlington Gazette comments on the public vindication of Mr. Rockefeller and urges letting him enjoy his immense fortune for a time. The piece frames the outcome as a triumph of the people's will and a moment of quiet for the financier.
The Iowa City Republican urges caution after noting that while adults may delay tariff revision, children who have played with fire must be careful to avoid danger.
The Clinton Herald notes broad agreement that Governor Cummins cannot run again, suggesting the political landscape will not feature his candidacy for a second term.
The Charles City Intelligencer argues Taft could unify Iowa politics under his leadership, expressing optimism about a smooth path to political harmony.
The Mason City Times- Herald urges that the successful farmer of the future rely on intellect as well as strength, emphasizing smart farming alongside physical labor to ensure prosperity.
The Boone News-Republican declares that war with Japan would be wholly unnecessary extravagant and wicked in an editorial stance.
Stimulation without irritation is the watchword for Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup. It cleanses and stimulates the bowels without irritation. Sold by A. W. Morgan located at 1/7 West Second Street.
The Journal prints the first of a series of letters by A W Lee president of the Lee Newspaper Syndicate. He and his family are currently in Europe detailing their experiences and observations.
The author records a June 1907 transatlantic crossing aboard the Allan Line Royal Mail steamer Virginian. He notes calm seas near 53°4′ N, 33°45′ W, meals, deck life, and a stop at Quebec with reflections on Wolfe and Montgomery. En route past Tadousac, Cape Race, and icebergs, he observes passenger chatter and Roosevelt praise from fellow travelers.
Clippings recount events from 50 years ago about a supposed horse theft in Boston with a man fleeing, a claimed brother in law presenting an order, and the marshal delaying seizure of the horses amid concerns of lynching. The piece then shifts to 20 years ago events including a buggy incident and a streetcar assault.
The new Hermon Presbyterian church house in the Silverhorn neighborhood will be dedicated at 10:30 tomorrow. The Rev. J. Armstrong will preach the dedication sermon. A theory about the Mississippi River being a minor navigable waterway is discussed, with concern over replacing Marks Block as steamboat agent after his departure.
Mrs Slade a widow of Muscatine Island driving a wagon attempted to pass another team near Fifth and Cedar when the wagon over turned she was thrown into the street carried to S N Candee residence and Dr McKennan was summoned A resident of South Muscatine seeks enforcement against men running at large and boys with a sharp stick as another note in the item
A large crowd attended the 10 o'clock service at the Leyda residence conducted by Rev. Hackley and Rev. Fowler of the First M E church. Music by a ladies quartet included Misses Musser Mitchell Kessinger Batterson. Mourners listed Ruth DeGraff William Hartman George Co Winn Charles Fath. Alice Reed wife of T N Reed died Sunday morning in Elizal NIl after a lingering illness. Louisa County reports W H Hoppe of this city considered a candidate for the state senate combining business and agricultural success. G O Morgridge is also talked of but declines consideration.
A Montreal stock broker notes that Americans back the President against powerful interests. He describes easy trans Atlantic travel via the Allan Line, praising its ships Virginia n Victorian and turbine engines for comfort, and recommends the Allan Royal Mail line for US travelers to Europe.
Foley's Honey and Tar provides immediate relief to asthma sufferers in the worst stages and, if taken in time, will effect a cure. Sold by A. W. Morgan at 197 West Second Street.
Travel special offered on July 20 from Muscatine to Minneapolis and St Paul with Iowa connections. Round trip five dollars, schedule lists multiple departure points and times, through train via Iowa Central. returns valid until July 23. Sleeping car available with double berth for one dollar. tickets sold in advance by local agents.
A U W lodge announces meetings every Thursday evening at the hall on Second Street Brethren in good standing are invited to attend W F Schoenig M W S Howe Recorder E H Dolsen Financier.
The Electa Chapter No 32 meets the second and fourth Mondays each month. Mrs. Fanoie Reinicke serves as W M and Mrs. August Othmer as Secretary.
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