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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1906

Page

3

Newspaper Subscription Rates Declared for Readers

Terms to subscribers outline daily city delivery by carrier at 10 cents per week and mail rates of 3 dollars per year for daily and 1.50 dollars per year for semi weekly delivery.

Representatives in New York and Chicago Offices

New York Office at 140 Nassau Street announces La Coste and Maxwell in charge while Chicago Office at 150 Marquette Building names Payne and Young as managers.

Agencies Established Around the City for Readers

The Journal lists local agencies for reader convenience including Fast Hill, Clay Kneese Grocery on East 2nd Street South Muscatine, Morse Washburn's Grocery at End of Street Car Track, W A Busch's Drug Store on Hershey Avenue, Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery, West Muscatine Sharrar's Grocery.

Journal Fast Hill Clay Kneese East 2Nd Street South Muscatine Morse Washburn’s W. c. A. Busch’s Drug Hershey Avenue Kecklerville Chayka’s West Muscatine Sharrar’s

Bell domains outline Mississippi telephony offices

Editorial note outlines the Bell system business office and editorial offices in the Mississippi Valley region, indicating organizational scope and service areas across telephone operations.

Telephones Bell Mississippi Valley Ee Ee

Republican Electors of Iowa Convene Delegate Meeting

There will be a delegate convention of the Republicans of Iowa in Des Moines on Wednesday April 1 1906 at 1030 a m to nominate candidates for state offices including governor lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general and various supreme court and railroad regulatory posts.

Iowa Republicans of Des Moines Supreme Court Theodore Roosevelt Tomson - Adaireeee Adams Aeseeeee Tonesee Weeee Keokuk Louisa Eee Roone Seen Bremer Lucas Ee Buchanan Ee Lyon Ee Buena Vista Madison Prutter Ee Eee Mahaska See Wee Calhoun Marion Arroll Seer Marshall Tees Aes Eeee Mills Cedar Onsen Mitchell Cerro Go Navis Seeee Pocahontas Yecator Eeeee Polk Yelaware Aeeeee Pottawnattamle Yes Moines Poweshlek Eee A Mickinson Sete Ringgold Ae Dubrone Seeeee Fac . Sees Primettee Ewes Scott Fayette See Eee Shelby Ster Eee Floyd Eee Washington Warricon Hewes Webster See Winnebago Winneshiek Van Woodbury Vows Republican State Central Committee R. H B. Spence George R. Fastabrook

Bold Front Masks Russian Crisis as Parliament Falls

Dispatches describe Russia in turmoil with dissatisfaction, a bold government stance claiming the crisis passes, and Emperor Nicholas dissolving the parliament and ordering suppression of disorders. The czar’s aggressive move signals desperation after a year of conciliatory policy.

Russia Nicholas

Russia faces a crisis as Stolypin orders crackdown

The emperor shifts to a decisive stance against rebels, summoning governors and officials to suppress opposition without mercy. A nationalist crackdown appears imminent as Russia teeters on revolution and the Romanoff era nears its end. Foreigners flee as unrest spreads to St. Petersburg and the Duma dissolves.

Stolypin Russia St. Petersburg Japan Douwma

Postal savings bank planned for Philippines

A report from a New York Evening Post correspondent describes a proposed postal savings bank in the Philippines. It would operate as a division of the bureau of posts with three classes of accounts, transferability across islands, government guarantees at two and a half percent interest, and strict deposit limits and investment rules. The piece notes potential benefits for Filipinos lacking investment means and suggests the concept might be considered for the United States as well.

Philippines New York Evening Post Bureau of Posts of Islands Postal Savings Bank United States

Tracy Receives Democratic Nomination in First Iowa District

Mt Pleasant reports A S Tracy of Burlington gains unanimous Democratic nomination for Congress in the First Iowa district. The Des Moines county favorite faces strong Republican opposition, with Henry county split and Bryan-favoring factions critical. Kennedy looms as a capable opponent, and Tracy's popularity may help in Des Moines county but overall prospects look difficult. The Hawk Eye notes Tracy is well liked yet likely to face defeat in November.

Mr. Tracy Rge S. Tracy Burlington Mt. Pleasant Congress Iowa Tracy George George Tracy Des Moines Henry County Mae William J. Bryan Mr. Kennedy Kennedy Geoma Tracy Hawk-Eye

Alfalfa Trials Show Iowa Farmers Promise Profitable Crop

Iowa experiments at Ames report alfalfa can be grown across the state with two to three harvests possible yearly. A June 11 first cut yielded 2.16 tons per acre and projections suggest four to six tons annually with proper seeding, soil preparation, and timely mowing.

Muscatine County Ames Great Southwest John Downie State Board of Control Iowa Bowman

Iowa Republicans in caucus clashes spark family row

The Clinton Herald notes bitter internal strife among Iowa Republicans at caucuses with political neighbors at odds. The piece uses a sharp metaphor about a buzz saw to describe the leadership fray and suggests leaders face personal backlash.

Iowa Clinton Herald

Political quote from Iowa Falls citizen on extremes

A Iowa Falls citizen comments that truth lies between extremes in politics, but notes in this case it seems impossible to pinpoint. The remark frames a debate about finding a middle path.

Iowa Falls

Dingley Tariff Law Cleared by Washington Bureau

The Des Moines Capital notes that the Dingley tariff law has received its ninth annual vindication from the Washington bureau of commercial statistics.

Des Moines Washington Bureau of Commercial Statistics

Dol liver Seen as Strong Prospect Against Bryan

The Anamosa Eureka argues that Senator Dol liver would be the most formidable presidential opponent to Mr. Bryan if Bryan is nominated, ranking him next to Roosevelt in potential strength.

Anamosa Eureka Roosevelt Dolliver Mr. Bryan

Fort Dodge Post Denounces Free Silver Scarecrow Ghost

The Fort Dodge Post expresses firm confidence that the resurrected free silver scarecrow will not trouble the democratic party again. The remark frames the scarecrow as a dodged political ghost now considered settled.

Fort Dodge Post

Webster City Freeman Tribune Quote on Party Unity Split

A Webster City Freeman-Tribune quotation asserts that the Republican Party or any party must bow to majority will, else it should be split and remain divided until reason prevails again.

Republican Party Reason Webster City Freeman-Tribune

Roosevelt third term precedent challenged by possible candidacy

The Davenport Times notes that if President Roosevelt consents to run again, the long standing third term precedent would be severely undermined even though not technically violated.

Davenport Times Roosevelt

Des Moines Editorial Plays Down Waistline Debate

The Des Moines Mail and Times dismisses focus on the waistline as trivial amid broader social evils, urging readers to prioritize more serious issues over fashion related concerns.

Des Moines Mail and Times

Rail rate bill warned as no cureall for evils

The Ottumwa Courier cautions readers not to overestimate the railway rate bill. The paper argues the framers did not win elections by promising a nationwide cure for all the nation's ills and stresses skepticism about sweeping fixes.

Ottumwa

Progressives Threaten Bids in Iowa Nominations War

The Cedar Rapids Republican says progressives intend to defeat half the Iowa congressmen unless Cummins receives the nomination. It warns of a war to the knife across state offices, aiming to secure or deny the nomination.

Cedar Rapids Iowa Cummins

First District Nominee Named in Iowa Convention

The Democratic convention in Mt. Pleasant Iowa selected George S Tracy of Burlington as their nominee for congress to oppose Charles A Kennedy. Republicans in the district express confidence in Kennedy praising his record and ability for the district. The Burlington Hawk Eye supports Kennedy and expects a clean campaign without personal attacks.

Iowa Mt. Pleasant Georges. Tracy Burlington Congress Charles A. Kennedy Kennedy Tracy

Nevada Rep Critiques Convention Threat Over Gubernatorial Nomination

A Nevada Representative comments on an alleged threat to bolt if the governor’s renomination is not secured. The Des Moines Register and Leader asserts the governor has won reelection and will not be cheated, fueling political maneuvering ahead of the convention.

Nevada Des Moines Register

Boone Republic Broken Over Central Committee Debate

The Boone Republican argues about control of the state central committee. He contends that if the body were run by progressives standpatters would push for the central committee to stay out just as fiercely as progressives do now.

Boone Republican State Central Committee Central Committee

Marion Register Opines on Repeal and Partisan Tone

The Marion Register predicts supporters of Iowa’s anti pass law will seek repeal. It quotes a critic about motives for riding passes and notes public satire on Senator Allison and Cummins inflaming partisan anger in Waterloo.

Marion Register Iowa The Register

Saengerbund trip offers low round trip fares to Minneapolis

Iowa Central lists low round trip rates for travel to the Saengerfeet event in St. Paul July 26 to 29 including Peoria and nearby towns at 8 dollars or less. Sale dates July 24 25 and 26 with return limits July 31 extended to August 15 for 50 cents. Agents provide full details.

St. Paul Saengerfeet Saengerbund Minn Iowa Central Minneapolis Peoria Monmonsth Oskaloosa Grinnell Marshalltown Eldora Ackley Hampton Mason City A. B. Cutts

Wiley Announces Candidacy for Muscatine County Sheriff

R J Wiley declares his bid for the Republican nomination for sheriff of Muscatine County, to be decided by the Republican county convention.

Muscatine County R. J. Wiley

Iowa convention sparks talk of split tickets

The Coon Rapids Enterprise predicts a warm and uproarious Iowa convention with potential Republican ticket splits driven by Democratic tensions. The commentary suggests unrest may loom despite hopes of unity.

Coon Rapids Enterprise

Aimee De Marsay Encounters Gaspard Roguin Ally

In a gloomy house Aimee pleads for help from a wary prisoner, learns that du Tillet and Gaspard Roguin are the same man, and gains a wary ally in a hostile keeper who offers a whistle for rescue. She secures a barricade tool and steels herself for what comes next in her perilous captivity.

Aimee Aimee de Marsay de Marsays Felix de Marsay Pierre Reguin Marie Giro Gaspard Roguin Monsieur du Tillet du Tillet Raoul Sevral Farouche Armand la Maison Sombre

Night through a candle and a dawn of escape

Aimee sleeps as her captor leaves and dawn shows the street. Marie Girol arrives with breakfast and warns that Gaudais guards the door, fearing Gaspard Roguin. The plan to escape is blocked by the guard’s loyalty and danger remains.

du Tillet Marie Girol Aimee Monsieur Gaudais Marie Girot Gaspard Roguin

New Boston Notes From Henderson County Area

Fred Crose was arrested and sent to Oquawka on suspicion of taking part in an assault and robbery of a colored man in Henderson county. Fred Bruce is under medical care for malaria. H. F. Kath begins a new residence. Marion Webster owns about 69 dollars worth of pearls from his shells. The Star button factory is receiving carloads of shells for a year’s supply. Mrs. L. E. Marion and children returned from Oquawka. New Boston will send 11 delegates to the next republican county convention.

New Boston Fred Crose Oquawka Henderson County Fred Bruce H. F. Kath Marion Webster Star Button Factory L. E. Marion

Oak Grove Chautauqua attendance and visits

Oak Grove residents report guests from Wapello and Gallatin at Ed Barnard's home during the Chautauqua. Mrs. Elmer Schillig of Gallatin visits Stuart family and attends the Chautauqua. Dorcas Sewing society meets August 1 at Mrs. Chas Toyne's home.

Oak Grove C. W. Williamson Wapello Ed. Barnard

White Collar LineSailings and Moonlight Excursion Schedule

The White Collar Line lists steamers serving Muscatine and adjacent towns with departures from 7:30 a.m. on Sundays for Helen Blair and 6:20 a.m. for New Boston Keitsburg Oquawka Burlington service. Columbia runs Tuesday Thursday Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Moonlight excursion aboard Columbia from Muscatine each Saturday until May 20. Helen Blair resumes regular schedule after. Inquiries to the agent for details.

Rock Island Davenport Helen Blair Columbia New Boston Keithsburg Oquawka Burlington Muscatine

W. G. Block Co. Announces Davenport Sunday Round Trip

The W. G. Block Co. promotes a Sunday round trip to Davenport priced at 50 cents, available through its telephone service at 49.

Davenport

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