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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1907
Page
3
Newspaper Subscription Rates and Delivery Details
Terms to subscribers for The Daily Journal and Semi-Weekly Journal. Daily issued every evening except Sunday with carrier delivery in the city and 10 cents weekly collection. One year by mail $3.00 for Daily, and the Semi-Weekly offers one year. See margins for Viet rion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Journal
Journal Agencies list for city readers
The Journal names local agencies including East Hill Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd Street South Muscatine Morse Washburn's Grocery End of street car track W. C. A. Busch's Drug Store Hershey Avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery West Hill Sharrar's Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Journal
East Hill
Clay Kneese
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
Morse Washburn’s
Bell Telephone Office News in Mississippi Valley
Editorial note on Bell Telephone business office in the Mississippi Valley region highlighting operations and local communications infrastructure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell
Mississippi Valley
Brighter Outlook From Henry Clews Letter On Market Recovery
Henry Clews notes a cheerier week on Wall Street with Union Pacific strength linked to financing for its loan. He cites ICC Harriman report as calming, better crop prospects, easier money rates, and growing farm yields pointing to renewed prosperity and improving sentiment abroad, while a credit strain remains tight and demand for funds rises through autumn 1907.
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Henry Clews
Wall Street
Clews
Union Pacific
Interstate Commerce Commission
M Harriman
Harriman
London
New York
Market Outlook Warns Against Broad Speculation
The piece argues that while some securities trade below intrinsic value due to money market strains, a recovery is possible as conditions improve. It notes limited speculative room due to market constraints and says Union Pacific gains were largely manipulative, not shared by the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
Popular Chautauqua Draws Big Town Attendance
In a small town the Chautauqua series ended its most successful meeting yet. Receipts reached 5469 dollars with profits over expenses about 1600 dollars. Patrons packed the halls despite likely lower talent costs, showing strong appetite for this class of entertainment.
Tragic Queer Tale Of Love And A Snake Bite
An exchange recounts a strange love story. A swain, spurned by his chosen lady, entered the timber and captured a large rat snake. He allowed the snake to bite him multiple times, then lay down to die. He survived the poison's effects and is hoped to regain his senses, but the snake died.
Captain Hobson’s broadened war with japan
The report claims Captain Hobson widens hostilities against Japan and includes England as a belligerent. It predicts quick action and states that within a couple of weeks the United States will be in daily conflict with the combined powers of Asia and Europe.
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Hobson
Japan
England
Asia
Europe
Paterson as Anarchist HQ Questioned
A terse note questions whether Paterson New Jersey served as a headquarters for anarchists, stating the claim was by others and not the city's responsibility, labeling the assertion a mere incident and rejecting responsibility for others' mistakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paterson
N. J
Pateon
Japanese Stir Up Dispute in Seoul Sparks Regional Tension
A garbled wartime snippet describes Japan stirring a row in Seoul, suggesting increased regional strain. The text implies Japan seeks only limited leverage, signaling ongoing tension and a cautious stance by nearby powers.
Tesla's Mars Talk Frustrates Planet Yet Plans Move Ahead
Resident Martians tire of promises from a visiting Earth figure who boasts grand plans but delays action. Skeptics urge clear steps and real progress rather than more rhetoric.
Japan Rescues Korea from Russian Grasp
Fragmentary lines claim Japan saved Korea from Russian influence and hints at payment in noble service. Mentions lawyers pursuing clients in questionable fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Korea
Almanac Warning Dismisses 1907 Summer Fears
The piece mocks erroneous predictions claiming a summer without heat and mocks Hicks and similar forecasts as baseless.
Statewide vs district voting stance on U.S. senator
The Coon Rapids Enterprise argues that the popular vote should determine the state's choice for senator if cast by Republicans, reflecting the will of the majority that a senator represents. It concedes representatives may be removed by constituents at the next election if they fail to represent them.
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United States
T Coon Rapids Enterprise
Garst Ranked Against Funk in Railway Battle
The Manchester Press ponders whether Garst can outpace veteran Funk in a clash with the railroad octopus, suggesting Funk may face sidetracks and delays from the machine as the contest unfolds.
Standpatters clash over Funk and Garst in county row
The Odebolt Chronicle reports feuding over Funk and Warren Garst with sharp retorts from the Ames Times and a rebuke hinting at the Register and Leader. The dispute centers on local political alignments and power moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odebolt Chronicle
Warren Garst
Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery advertised with ingredient list
An 1900s style advert promotes Dr. R V Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a blood purifier and tonic for stomach and liver ailments. It claims safety from alcohol, lists native roots, offers a free booklet, and mentions All-Healing Salve and Pleasant Pellets for stomach, liver, and bowel regulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Artholow
King
Scudder
Coe
Ellingwood
Dr. Pierce
Abe for Governor Mention Sparks Newspaper Attention
The reference markets Abe for governor as a notable mention this year, noting he would likely be unknown in that role without the esteem of the Register and Leader guiding coverage. The line signals early political chatter tied to the publication.
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Abe
Register
Gazette notes progressives lack governor choice
The Cedar Falls Gazette observes progressives have no candidate for governor as editors have yet to express a preference. They say progressives will wait for the machine to select someone before committing.
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Cedar Falls Gazette
the Gazette
People urged to question railroad corporation motives
The Boone News-Republican argues the public must stop crediting railroads with deceptive appearances and urges scrutiny of their responses to new conditions as to whether outcomes will be financial loss or gain.
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Boone News-Republican
District Primary Vote Must Guide Representation
The Logan Observer urges legislators to represent district voters first and insists the district primary should govern regardless of overall state totals. It warns that if this is not the case, the district system itself should be abolished.
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Logan Observer
Iowa
Insurance interests block Carroll for governor in Cedar Rapids
A newspaper notes Mr. Carroll is unavailable for governor as he is deemed unsatisfactory to insurance interests. The Cedar Rapids Republican asks if the result will be a government controlled by the insurance interests.
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Carroll
Cedar Rapids
Wisconsin La Follette cited as unlikely presidential candidate
The Des Moines Mail and Times argues against electing a La Follette to the presidency, saying the Wisconsin figure would mark a sharp break from McKinley or Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A la Follette
Des Moines Mail and Times
McKinley
Roosevelt
Wisconsin
Garst bets on early nomination bargains
The Emmetsburg Reporter notes Garst will likely learn it is easier to secure a nomination by making a bargain two years ahead rather than waiting until the time arrives.
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Emmetsburg
Garst
Senator Dolliver Recalled in Des Moines Observations
The Des Moines Capital notes Senator Dolliver felt at home speaking under the circus tent after years in the Senate, reflecting on his familiarity with political crowds and public speaking settings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Dolliver
Des Moines
Political Comment Spars on Cortelyou Trade
The Marshalltown Times Republican jokes that Cortelyou might trade his presidential ambitions for a circus ticket if given the chance. The playful remark reflects speculative chatter on political prospects in a light editorial tone.
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Cortelyou
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Cummins Harmony Question Marks Iowa City Race
The Iowa City Republican notes Cummins calls for harmony but appears least inclined to seek it, signaling a rift in the race dynamics and party cohesion.
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Iowa City
Cummins
Spirit Lake Beacon Comments On Cortelyou Safety
The Spirit Lake Beacon dismisses fears of presidential danger surrounding Cortelyou, stating he is not in danger from any lightning risk next year. The newspaper frames the remark as a calm, reassuring note about Cortelyou’s safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spirit Lake
Cortelyou
Urino laxative syrup promises irritation free cleansing
An old advertisement touts Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a bowel cleanser that stimulates without irritation. Sold by A. W. Morgan at 107 West Second Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Morgan
West Second Street
Literary notes tease August Century highlights
The August Century will feature Mrs Frances Hodgson Burnetts The Shuttle reaching a dramatic turning point and Elizabeth Robins Come and Find Me building tense interest. The midsummer holiday number includes short stories by Rebecca Lane Hooper David Gray Annie B P Searing Willa Sibert Cather and Reginald Wright Kauffman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Elizabeth Robin
Rebecca Lane Hooper
David Gray
Annie B. P. Searing
Willa Sibert Cather
Reginald Wright Kauffman
Mineral Bath City By Grand Trunk Line
Mt. Clemens, The Mineral Bath City, is reached without change of cars only by the Grand Trunk Railway System. Time-tables and a descriptive pamphlet will be mailed free on application to Geo. W. Vaux, A. G. P. & T. 235 Adams St., Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Clemens
Bath City
Grand Trunk Railway System
Adams St
Chicaza
I will not abandon the old way of life
In a rugged narrative scene a powerful man declares he lives by force and pursuit, praising the survival of the fittest while violating boundaries with Helen. He reveals violent intent and possessive attraction as she resists, then collapses into a charged confrontation aboard a rail line set against a wintry landscape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
The Killing on the Santa Maria Nome Arrival
The Santa Maria reaches Nome after a white sea crossing as Dextry and Miss Stowaway, watched by Glenister, begin a tense clandestine meeting. Captain Stephens greets officials and the crew readies for formalities while a sharp, charged dynamic unfolds between Dextry, Miss Stowaway, and Glenister. The scene foreshadows consequences of their encounter.
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Santa Maria
Behring Strait
Nome
Stephens
Dextry
Glenister
Reminiscences of Long Ago and Local Accidents
A man named Pomroy bit off McDonald’s ear during a drunken scuffle at a doggery near Mad Creek. The incident stemmed from liquor and no stated enmity. An Irish hod carrier fell from a ladder at Mellroy and Daugherty’s marble shop on Iowa avenue, injuring him but not fatally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pomroy
McDonald
Mad Creek
Mellroy & Daugherty
Iowa Avenue
Jewelry theft notice at Mrs Tappes millinery store
Forty years ago a notice was published for the return of stolen jewelry from a show case in Mrs Tappe’s millinery shop. The report labels thieves bold and skilled as they operate in broad daylight. Cemetery fence planned removal and replacement to begin soon. The association aims for a top class fence around the city cemetery.
Perilous carriage plunge in Muscatine history recounted
Twenty years ago in Muscatine a legal man named Hoff mans leaped from a runaway carriage as a pony dashed down Fourth Street Hill toward Chestnut Street. The wagon plunged over a 12 foot plus drop into a sand filled ravine while Hoffman and the horse escaped unharmed.
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Muscatine
D. Powell Johnson
Ell. Ritchie
Drew Musser
Chautauqua Lake
Hoffman
Fourth Street
Chestnut Street
Chestnut
Pappoose
Mr. H
Shark jaws from California gulf reach city by express
Philip Stein received today an ex press curiosity a shark’s jaws sent by Aaron Stein of San Francisco The jaws came from a gulf of California catch and imply the shark could swallow a man. A note recalls a tale of a “hat” and mentions John Dougherty and Horace Greeley or Parson Brownlow. A thief case follows as M Schaab appeals for the return of fourteen items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Stein
Aaron Stein
San Francisco
Gulf of California
John Dougherty
Horace Greeley
Parson Brownlow
M. Schaab
Local Misfortunes Reported From City Districts
Ten years ago John Pauley of Hut tig factory suffers blood poisoning from a severe foot cut when a tool fell during filing. Thirteen year old Frank Schoenig, bell hop at Commercial hotel, drops down an elevator shaft twelve feet, shaking but no bones broken. George Lindner, 17, rescued from drowning yesterday afternoon after a near watery grave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Pauley
Huttig
Frank Schoenig
Commercial
George Lindner
A. L. Lindner
Humorous Fragments on Social Life and Gardening
A collection of light anecdotes about etiquette and urban life. It mentions Wilie and his sister at an ice-cream parlor, a chiropodist for unmarried women, dress and shaving, engagement diamonds, hair loss, a man misreading a postcard, a dog attack, sugar articles with sand, and Amateur Gardening noting city men’ s views on potato crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilie
Willie
Wisconsin summer reporter laments guarded by waterless lake tale
A Wisconsin summer reporter recounts two Chicago men with a horse syringe and two sponges stealing a big lake. The trade avoids the site for lack of water to catch imaginary fish. The fragment notes two methods to make up a tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Chicago
Big Lake
Brothers of American Yeomen Meeting Notice
Muscatine Homestead No. 536 meets every Wednesday evening in Yeomas hall over Jacob Fisch and Sons hardware store East Second street. J. M. L. Payne acts as foreman with Mrs. E. C. Ingraham as correspondent at 510 West Street.
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American Yeomen
Muscatine Homestead No
Yeomas Ball
Jacob Fisch & Sons
East Second Street
J. M. L. Payne
E. C. Ingraham
W. St. Bt
A and G W FAGLE Lodge No 10 Meeting Notice
A and G W FAGLE Lodge No 10 of the A O U W meets every Thursday evening at the A O U W hall on Second street. Brethren in good standing are invited to attend. W F Schoenig M W H 8 Howe Recorder E H Dolsen Financier.
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O. R. M. Mosquitine Tribe No. 95
H. Johnson
Sachem
M. P. Gof
Fraternal Aid Association
Lloomington
Shammo Building
East Second Sc
Alfred Moore
Scourt OF Honor
Muscatine Court
Woodman Hall
H. G. Schoenig
J. C. Coster
A &. G. Wfagle Lodge
A. O. U. W. Ball
Second Street
W. F. Schoenig
Howe
E. H. Dolsen
Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming Lodge No. 76
K. of P
K. P
Iowa Avenue
Re. L. Kember
C. C .L. Bihimeler
K. of R
Muscatine Lodge Elks Meet Weekly at Elks Hall
B P O Elks Muscatine Lodge No 304 holds weekly Monday evening meetings at 8 sharp in the Elks Hall located at 122 Iowa Avenue over Cook Musser Bank. Visiting Elks welcome. Officers Dr H Johnson and Secretary W Richards listed.
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B. P. O. Elks
Muscatine Lodge NO
Elks Hall
Iowa Avenue
Cook, Musser Bank
Elks
H. Johnson Dean
E. B. W. W. Richards
Iowa Legion of Honor Meeting Details
The Argus Lodge No. 17 meets the second and fourth Wednesday evenings at the Maccabee Hall on Iowa avenue. Visiting members welcome. Officers listed include 8. V. Chenoweth as President and Mrs. A. C. Hopkinson as Recording Secretary. The lodge was incorporated March 19, 1879 and reorganized May 22, 1901.
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Iowa Legion OF Honor
Argus Lodge No. 17
Maccabee Hell
Iowa Avenue
V. Chenoweth
A. C. Hopkinson
Modem Woodmen camp holds weekly meetings in Muscatine
M. W. OF A. MUSCATINE CAMP No. 106 held regular meetings on Tuesday evenings at Woodmen hall in Olds Block. W. & Ashton served as Consul and J. A. Leyda as Clerk.
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M. W
A. Muscatine Camp
No. 106
Woodmen of America
Woodmen Hall
Olds Block
W. &. Ashton
J. A. Leyda
Bend City Lodge 145 Meets First and Third Mondays
Modern Brotherhood of America Bend City Lodge No 145 meets on the first and third Mondays each month in the Masonic building. President Dr H King and Secretary Charles Ryan extend a cordial invitation to all members in good standing.
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Woodbine Camp NO
Royal Neighbors OF America
Kate Dunker
Emma Hoefflin
Cora McCoy
Fraternal Bankers Reserve
Woodman Hall
Wm. Appel
J. B. Vanatta
Charlies Lockwood
Bend City
Modern Brotherhood of America
Mont Ath. of P
H. King
Chas. Ryan
G A R Shelby Norman Post 231 Meets Monthly
G A R Shelby Norman Post 231 holds meetings on the first and third Tuesdays at the G A R hall on East Second street. Visiting members are welcome. Commander A B Rehmel and Adjutant Gus Schmidt are listed.
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Shelby Norman
G. A. R. Hall
East Second Stree
A. B. Rehmel
Gus. Schmidt
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