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New York Office at 140 Nassau Street lists La Coste and Maxwell in charge while Chicago Office at 750 Marquette Building names Payne and Young in charge of operations.
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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1907
Page
3
Daily Journal Subscription Rates and Schedule
Terms to subscribers outline issue days for The Daily Journal and Semi-Weekly Journal. Daily issues arrive each evening except Sunday, with delivery by carrier. annual mail subscription is $3.00, semi weekly is noted with garbled pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Journal
Cccnasseess
Local Agencies Listed for City Convenience
Journal Agencies names several city outlets for reader convenience including East Hill area stores Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd Jat South Muscatine Morse Washburns Grocery End of street car track W C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey Peannasa arcuun Keckierville Chavka Grocery West Hill Sharrs Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Hill
Clay Kneese
East 2Nd Jat
South Muscatine
Morse Washburn’s
W. C. A. Busch
Hershey Peannasa
Bell successors and Mississippi Valley office note
Fragmented notice mentions Bell business office and successors, with unclear reference to Mississippi Valley and related offices. Details are unreadable but indicate organizational or procedural context rather than a complete event or action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell
Mississippi Valley
System as the keystone of business success
The piece extols six letters as the difference between success and failure. It argues two thirds of self employed men fail from lack of system, not ability. It claims large firms rely on system to prevent leaks and collapse, urging systematic work with purpose and an ideal.
Illinois Lieutenant Governor Attacks Roosevelt at State Bar Banquet
Lieut Governor Sherman of Illinois assailed President Roosevelt during a State Bar association banquet. Critics say the attack may stem from being passed over for the Interstate Commerce Commission. Roosevelt can ignore the complaints from disappointed politicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
Illinois
State Bar Association
Roosevelt
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Severe storms leave mixed damage across the state
The report notes heavy rains and damage locally while western regions faced destructive hail that ruined crops and may require outside help to survive the year.
Rockefeller Precept on Happiness Through Right Living
A reflection asserts happiness follows right conduct, noting ancient roots and a historic figure whose life and deeds inspire. It emphasizes the weight of aligning a person’s life with their words to achieve lasting influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Rockefeller
Politicians Ready to Pass Primary Law Next Year
Lawmakers push to implement a new primary rule to simplify voting and reduce public questions next year. Critics warn details remain unclear and urge careful consideration.
Professional politicians Forced to Step Back as People Rise
In a shift toward public influence, ordinary citizens gain prominence while seasoned politicians relinquish control, reshaping power dynamics and governance expectations. The change signals a broader move toward direct participation and accountability in leadership.
Hidden Professionals Count Narrows Baseball Talent Pool
An expert statistician estimates only about 2000 professional baseball players exist in the country leaving many who mistake themselves for pros. The rest are not all in the minor leagues and many lack professional status.
Senator Tillman Urges Penitentiary for Harriman Type
The article notes that Senator Tillman makes sensational remarks that conservatives condemn, yet his statement that men of the Harriman type belong in a penitentiary reflects a broadly popular opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tillman
Harriman
Business Like a Bride Cannot Be Had Without Effort
An old exchange notes that business, unlike a bride, requires effort. It contrasts a valuable, worthwhile venture with the less favorable proposition referred to in the text.
Bryan Claims Bounding Optimism On Presidential Bid
Colonel Bryan spoke in Carthage Missouri declaring he is the most sanguine and hopeful man to aspire to the presidency. He asserted he truly believes he will win and remains the most optimistic man of the age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Carthage
Missouri
After Chautauqua, moisture to be dispensed
The universal opinion holds off any more moisture until after the Chautauqua event. Key figures or organizations are not named in the fragment. The statement suggests a community or group decision prioritizing relief from moisture before the upcoming Chautauqua.
Gorst Born in Preston England England’s Governor General for Egypt
Sir John Eldon Gorst is described as a scholar and diplomat born in Preston. He married Mary Moore in 1860 and trained as a barrister in 1865. He served as Civil Commissioner to New Zealand 1861–1863 and as solicitor general 1885–1886 before becoming Under-Secretary of State for India until 1891. He was Lord Rector of Glasgow University 1893–1894 and represented Britain at Berlin Labor Conference 1890. his home is London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Eldon Gorst
England
Egypt
Preston
Mary Moore
New Zealand
India
Glasgow University
Great Britain
Berlin
London
Iowa Democrats misled by railroad candidate claim
The Waterloo Times Tribune cites an editorial accusing Democrats of Iowa of being misled by rumors that Claude Porter was a railroad corporation candidate. It says Governor Cummins promoted the false claim, which harmed Porter’s reputation and voting support among loyal Democrats who trusted Porter's anti corporation record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Waterloo Times- Tribune
Dem
Iowa
The
Daily Courier
Claude R. Porter
Porter
Cummins
Voters weigh replacing the senator with Allison or Cummins
The piece argues voters will not tolerate attack on the incumbent and that the contest between Allison and Cummins will be a tough choice. It urges a high plane of republicanism and acceptance of the people’s views by the legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone News-Republican
Allison
Cummins
Tillman parades on stage shouting liar at Washington
The Atlantic Telegraph mocks Senator Tillman for prancing on a chautauqua platform and shouting liar at no one in particular to prove superiority over George Washington. The piece suggests the spectacle should provoke amusement and pity, not anger, among listeners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Atlantic Telegraph
Tillman
Gooker T. Washington
Kalona Visit Highlights Family Gatherings
Junction Cole and relatives in Kalona and Wellman spent the Fourth in Kalona. Mrs. Martin of Hedrick visited sister Mrs. Long in the past week. The Mil ler daughter-in-law and granddaughter from Kensington Kansas arrived today to visit Kalona relatives.
Dr King's New Life Pills Advertised Capsulated Cure
An old time ad from Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a quick curative remedy. The ad promises pleasant effects and a guaranteed result at 25 ets. per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Havercamp
Spoilers Cutout Reminder Included for Later Reading
A note urges readers to save a spoiler cutout for future reading, indicating the item should be kept for later access or reference. The message emphasizes personal decision to read now or later.
Encounter at Nome Harbor Sets Turbulent North Quest
Glenister and Dextry linger on the Santa Maria dock as Nome's gold rush swarms Eldorado. Mexico Mullins, tied to a disputed Anvil Creek claim, nears trouble amid politics and wealth hunger, while the two men recall past fevers and perilous loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenister
Dex
Dextry
Santa Maria
Unalaska
Bering Sea
el Dorado
Nome
Mexico Mullins
Mexico
Discovery Claim
Anvil Creek
Guadalupe Way
Light Guards ready as Grimes vows to halt regulators
reminiscences recall a call to service for the Light Guards amid Gov Grimes effort to stop regulator violence in the state. a new military company forms for young men, and a local harness theft sparks pursuit. shad flies return, and Dr Fulham offers land for a straighter Third street bridge. 20 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grimes
Iowa
David Bently
Sweetland Center
Spalpeen
Water Street
Second Street
Fulham
Third Street
Gardner Cowles for governor debate urged by Sioux City Journal
The Sioux City Journal argues that any strong campaign for Gardner Cowles must prove the name suggestion aims at real reform rather than personal ambition to hinder progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardner Cowles
Sioux City Journal
No Legislature To Oppose State Senator Pick
The Des Moines Register and Leader argues legislators will not oppose the state choice for U S senator despite local backlash against the winner. The piece suggests party cohesion will override county opposition and party members will support the statewide selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Register
Kalona Community Notes A Busy Week in Town
Kalona Iowa residents report travels and visits. A. C. Sleichter shipped stock to Chicago. Mrs Press Figgins and Mrs Barbara Gingerich returned from trips. W R Adams left for relatives in Corning and Fontenelle. Myrtle Snider spent Sunday in Lone Tree. Baptists laid a cement sidewalk at the church. Otha Grady returns home before starting a drug store job in Ft. Dodge. D Manatt and daughters visited from Iowa City for the Fourth. E L Palmer came from Charles City with daughter Ackerman and infant. C K Mauck and child visited relatives in Kalona. R Northan and family from Colorado Springs visited his parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kalona
A. C. Sleichter
Chicago
Press Figgins
Dakota
Barbara Gingerich
W. R. Adams
Corning
Fontenelle
Myrtle Snider
Lone Tree
Otha Grady
Ft. Dodge
D. Manatt
Iowa City
E. L. Palmer
Charles City
Ackerman
Infan
C. K. Mauck
R. Northan
Colorado Springs
Tl Tinememall Anc Famile
Cearnd
Married in Muscatine by Rev George N Power
A marriage notice states Mr Samuel Lantz and Miss Mary E Spencer both of Muscatine were married July 14 at the bride’s father Isaac Spencer’s residence. A H Kagy Esq of Marengo IA has relocated to the city to practice law and is located at Justice Klein’s office over Daniel’s store on Gravel Road. The gravel road below the depot has been improved with thick gravel and is now a smooth drive, with winter performance yet to be seen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George N. Power
Isaac Spencer
Samuel Lantz
Mary E. Spencer
Muscatine
A. H. Kagy
Marengo
Iowa
Roach Named Muscatine Post Office Head
W L Roach was appointed to the Muscatine post office. A family reunion marked the fiftieth anniversary of Mr and Mrs A S Hoffman, parents of Mrs Samuel Cohn, and Mrs Louis Cohn. The Rathbone Sisters hosted a lawn social at James Mayes home on West Third Street. Brick mason William Groskiaus of Iowa Avenue remains in precarious condition after blood poisoning from a badly swollen arm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Roach
Muscatine
Samuel Cohn
A. S. Hoffman
Louis Cohn
James Mayes
West Third Street
Rathbone
William Groskiaus
Iowa Avenue
Boy Sings of Arcadia and Joyful Country Life
A barefoot boy narrates a nostalgic scene of hill breezes and morning light. He cherishes a spring, meadowlarks, and Edenic landscapes as he drifts through lyrical praise of carefree youth and rural joy. The poem blends nature imagery with youthful longing and a wish for peaceful, pastoral happiness.
Runaway Woman Evades Pursuit at Santa Maria Wharf
Dextry and Glenister observe a skiff chase on the night coast as a young woman escapes pursuers near the Santa Maria wharf. A tense confrontation on the dock ends with the assailants knocked back and the group pursuing the runaway along a dim shore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inck
Mexico
Congress
McNamara
Dextry
Glenister
Grand Trunk Lehigh Valley Route to New York and Philadelphia
The Grand Trunk Lehigh Valley double track offers easy access to New York and Philadelphia with through coaches and sleeping cars. Magnificent scenery. For details on the July Philadelphia Excursion and literature contact Geo. W. Vaux A. G. P. T. A. Grand Trunk Railway System 125 Adams St Chicago.
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Grand Trunk
Lehigh Valley
Niagara Falls
Philadelphia
Geo. W. Vaux
Grand Trunk Railway System
Adams St
Chicago
Masonic Lodges and Chapters Meet Monthly in Iowa City
Society notes list Mason lodges and chapters in Iowa City with meeting dates. Iowa Lodge No. 2, Washington Chapter No. 4, Webb Council, and De Molay Commandery meet on the first Tuesday, second Tuesday, third Thursday, and third Wednesday respectively each month. Officers and secretaries are named for each body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic
Iowa
A. W. Scott
L. Johnnson
Washington
W. H. McCoy
L. Johnson
Webb Council of Royal and Select Master
Stein's
Music Hall
G .D. Lezotte
T. J. M. L. Johnson
DE Molay
G. D. Lezotte
W. H. Graf
Fraternal Orders Meeting Schedule and Officers Listed
R M Musquitine Tribe No 95 meets Thursdays at 8 p m in K O T M ball with Visiting chiefs invited by H Teen Dean Sachem M P G of RE Fraternal Aid Association. Bloomington Council No 175 BF and A meets Fridays at Shammo building East Second St with all in good standing invited. Alfred Moore Prea E P Day Secretary. The Degree of Pocahontas Romona Council No 52 meets first and third Friday monthly in Maccabee Hall with Mrs Emil Krans vocabolisa Milo Smith Keeper of Records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
Shammo Building
East Second St
Alfred Moore
Prea
E. P. Day
Romona Council No. 52
Maccabee Hall
Emil Krans
Vocabolisa
Milo Smith
Court of Honor Muscatine Court meets Mondays in Woodman hall
Visiting members in good standing invited. H G Schoenig Chancellor J C Coster Recorder Woodbine Camp No 142 Royal Neighbors of America meets on first and fourth Wednesdays monthly Mrs Kate Dunkerance Mrs Emm Hoefflin Recorder Mrs Cora McCoy Receiver Visiting neighbors in good standing welcome
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Court No
Woodman Hall
H. G. Schoenig
J. C. Coster
Woodbine Camp NO
Royal Neighbors OF America
Kate Dunker
Rnce
Emm Hoefflin
Cora McCoy
Brotherhood and Union Lodges Meet in Muscatine
The Brothers of American Yeomen Muscatine Homestead No. 336 meet Wednesdays in Yeoman hall above Jacobb Fisch & Bons on East Second Street with J. M. L. Payne as Foreman. Mrs. ER. C. Ingraham listed as Correspondent. Eagle Lodge No. 10 AOUW meets Thursdays in the AOUW hall on Second Street. W. F. Schoenig is Master Workman with H. Howe as Recorder. Members in good standing are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Homestead No
Yeoman Hall
Jacobb Fisch & Bons
East Second Street
J. M. L. Payne
ER. C. Ingraham
5Th St
UU. U. W
Second Street
W. F. Schoenig
Howe
E. H. Dolsen
Muscatine Castle
Fisch’s Hall
Alexander W. Scotector
Elma Scott
Electa Chapter No 82 Meets Monthly on Mondays
The Electa Chapter No 82 holds meetings on the second and fourth Mondays each month led by W M Mrs Fannie Reinicke and Secretary Mrs August Othmer with standard officers outlined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electa
Fannie Reinicke
W. M
August Othmer
Sec’y
Muscatine Elks Lodge Meetings Announced
B P O Elks Muscatine Lodge No 304 R ELKS holds weekly meetings Mondays at 7 o clock sharp. Gather at the Elks Hall 122 Iowa Avenue over Cook Musser Bank. Weng Dr H Johnson Dean W Richards Secretary Fras.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine Lodge NO
R. Elks
Elks Hall
Iowa Avenue
Cook
Musser Bank
Elks
Weng
H. Johnson
Dean W. W. Richards
Fras
Iowa Legion of Honor Lodge Meeting Notice
Iowa Legion of Honor incorporated March 19 18798 reorganized May 22 1901. Argus Lodge No 17 meets the second and fourth Wednesday evenings in Maccabee Hall on Iowa avenue. Visiting members welcome. 8S V Chenoweth president Mrs A C Hopkinson recording secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Legion OF Honor
Argus Lodge No. 17
Maccabee Hell
Iowa Avenue
V. Chenoweth
A. C. Hopkinson
Medi ero Woodmen of America Camp Meeting Notice
M. W. OF A Muscatine Camp No 106 holds regular meetings on Tuesday evenings at Woodmenhall Olds Brock. W E Ashton Consul J A Leyda Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. W
Muscatine Camp
Mediero Woodmen of America
Ular
Woodmenhall
Olds Brock
W. E. Ashton
J. A. Leyda
Rend City Lodge 145 Meets First and Third Mondays
Rend City Lodge No 145 Modern Brotherhood of America meets the first and third Monday evenings each month at the K of P building. A cordial invitation to all members in good standing. Dr H King, President, Chas Ryan, Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraternal Bankers Reserve
Woodman Hall
Wu. Appel
J. B. Vanatta
Charles Lockwood
Arend City
Modern Brotherhood of America
K. of P
H. King
Chas. Ryan
Local Veterans and Fraternal Lodges Host Meetings
G A R Headquarters Shelby Norman Post No 231 meets first and third Tuesdays at G A R hall Hast Second Street. Visitors welcome. Muscatine AFPRIE No 815 meets Tuesdays at 8 pm in Eagle Lodge hall over Dunbar Restaurant. Knights of Pythias Wyoming Lodge No 76 meets Fridays at 7 30 pm in KP building on Iowa Avenue. Visiting brethren invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelby Norman
G. A. R. Hall
Second Street
A. B. Reamer
Gus. Schmidt
F. O
Muscatine
Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming Lodge No. 76
K. of P
Iowa Avenue
L. L. Kember
1. O. O. F. Muscatine Lodge
Miriam Lodge
D. of H
Prairie Encampment
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