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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1907
Page
3
Daily Journal and Semi Weekly Journal Subscription Notice
Terms to subscribers outline delivery options for The Daily Journal and Semi Weekly Journal. Daily issues issued every evening except Sunday with city dry carrier delivery. weekly collection 10 cents. The Semi Weekly Journal issued 10 pages Tuesday and 8 pages Friday nights. Mail subscriptions priced per seat and per year with rates shown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Journal
Journal Agencies in City Pages
The Journal lists multiple street corner agencies for reader convenience. Fast Hill Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd at South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery End of street car track W C A Buech's Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery West Hill Sharrar's G ity
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journsl
Fast Hill
Clay Kneese
East 2Nd
South Muscatine
Morse Washburn's
W. C. A. Buech
Hershey
Telephones Business Office Bell Notice
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Bell telephone office and numbers. unreadable content prevents clear details or event.
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Bell
A. W. Lee Honored By Ottumwa Typographical Union
Ottumwa Iowa Typographical union 75 mem bers mourn the death of A W Lee longtime employer who supported union men and fair labor. Resolutions note his fairness, morality, support for better working hours and the common good. The charter will be draped for thirty days and copies sent to family and press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
Iowa
A. W. Lee
Ottumwn Typographical Union
Ottumwn Typographical Union No
Charles B. Gilliland
K. L. Smith
J. B. Bacon
Smaller Farms for Independence and Profit
The author argues for smaller farms as a solution for farmers facing labor shortages. Owning land just large enough to support a family increases independence and long term earnings, while reducing the hassles associated with large landholdings.
Farm Life Theme: Happiness Over Wealth
A short moral note champions a well tilled small farm as the key to owner happiness and contentment, asserting that happiness outweighs riches as the essential goal.
Weaver Signals Run for U S Senate Next Year
General James B. Weaver announces plans to run for United States senator next year. He supports the primary system and invites voters to express their choice, promising a lively, free for all race if he enters the ring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Weaver
United States
Weaver
Campaign rhetoric on early gubernatorial election cycle
A reader laments state papers overemphasizing the upcoming governor election more than a year away. The note questions the value of biennial elections if media campaigns begin far in advance, suggesting ongoing political agitation disrupts peace.
Farmer Embraces Gasoline Across Life Inventions
A rural farmer, once wary of gasoline for cooking, now uses it to power a water pump and feed grinder. He will ride to town in a gasoline powered automobile, trade at a lit store, and hear only a price complaint about the fuel.
Call for Another Chautauqua In Muscatine
The writer urges continuation of Chautauqua events in Muscatine praising the program for entertainment and real knowledge at lower cost than other venues, arguing it provides more amusement and genuine information than alternatives.
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Muscatine
Indiana man buys talking machine sparks divorce suit
A man in Indiana bought a talking machine and his wife sued for divorce, joking that she could handle all domestic talk without the cost of new records for every issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Scientist notes high soda water costs to Americans
An editor remarks that Americans spend about 160 million dollars annually on soda water, suggesting this spend worsens the nation’s fizzy condition.
Government ownership issue ripens slowly
A remark by Colonel Bryan likens government ownership to a tomato that tends to rot before it ripens, illustrating his cautious stance on the issue and drawing a comparison to produce. This quip frames the debate as protracted and uncertain.
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Bryan
Reminiscences and Local notices from Muscatine
Recap of religious meeting plans at the Methodist church for the next weekend with church ordinance observances. Installation of Muscatine Lodge officers C Kegel N G Dr L S Baetchel W G M Wise Sct. Sermon on temperance announced by Rev Miles at the Baptist church tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist
Muscatine Lodge
C. Kegel
N. G
L. S. Baetchel
W. G
M. Wise
Miles
Baptist Church
Passing the Water by Byron Williams
A nostalgic poem about a speaker revisiting a childhood schoolhouse scene. The journey from spring to the old gate evokes youth, love, and innocence as the narrator passes the water and dreams of days gone by.
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Byron Williams
Election of Officers in Hatchs Zouaves at City Hall
Hatchs Zouaves met at the mayor's office electing officers including Captain Lyman Banks and first lieutenant A Sibley. A late night fight on Iowa avenue left several Irishmen badly treated after a clash with a drunken crowd.
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Hatch
Zouaves
Lyman Banks
A. Sibley
Jesse M. Dill
Greenly McColm
C. Sibley
Frank Lewis
Chas. Munson
Chas
Lewis
Samuel Hale
Iowa Avenue
Homecoming of Charles R Bennett from Colorado Mines
Charles R Bennett, youngest son of Joseph Bennett, returned this morning from months in the San Juan mining region in Colorado. Charley, once styled the poet of the Sierras, declares there’s no place like home and resumes his sensible ways. E. L. Roberts & Co., new saw mill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles R. Bennett
Joseph Bennett
San Juan
Colorado
Charley
Sierras
Far West
E. L. Roberts & Co
New Saw Mill
Governor race chatter sparks Cedar Rapids debate
The Cedar Rapids Republican paper questions the candidates for governor next year, asking what is wrong with Dave Palmer and suggesting a young native-born Iowan may be better suited for the race.
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Dave Palmer
Cedar Rapids
Republican
Chautauqua Lectures Slammed for Bribed Ads
The Mason City Globe-Gazette says chautauqua lecture courses should educate, but managers who hire brathershites to sustain the programs should abandon them.
Preacher Discovers Three Heavens For Believers
An eastern preacher claims there are three heavens, a discovery framed as encouraging. The commentary suggests he could still be a strong figure even if he only secures third place in the debate or following discussion.
Auditor Carroll Touts Candidacy Prospects
Mason City Times-Herald praises Auditor Carroll as an able state official and suggests his potential governor bid would make him a strong contender in the next year’s contest before the state primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll
Mason City Times-Herald
Public institutions urged to seek fair newspaper access
The Marshalltown Times-Republican argues that state fairs and other public bodies should limit their requests to legitimate demands on newspapers. If followed, these institutions will likely receive more than they deserve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Marshalltown Times- Republican
Fort Dodge Messenger Notes Primary Law and Senator Choice
The Fort Dodge Messenger argues that while primary law cannot bind legislators in selecting a senator, a fit and dignified man would not pursue or accept a candidacy despite adverse primary results. It says Senator Allison would not do so, and expresses regret at papers abroad arguing primaries should not control the senator race for their own convenience.
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The
Fort Dodge Messenger
Allison
the Messenger
Government ownership calms public debate, says Waterloo Reporter
The Waterloo Reporter argues that greater government ownership tends to quiet public contention, suggesting the effect will persist next year and beyond as citizen focus shifts away from ownership issues.
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Waterloo
Garst and Funk Would Make a Good Ticket Says Free Press
The Webster City Free man-Tribune quotes local sentiment that Garst and Funk would form a strong political ticket. The remark highlights support for the pair and hints at possible campaign alignment within the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garst
Funk
Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Machine politician: Funk to withdraw if Garst runs
The Cedar Falls Gazette reports that the progressive press asserts Garst’s candidacy would force Funk to quit. It calls Funk a machine man and says the party machine would push him to political death by his own action if directed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Falls Gazette
Garst
Funk
Abe
Cedar Falls Record Praises State Fair Location
The Cedar Falls Record high praises the state fair and says attendance increases pride in the commonwealth. It notes Des Moines is only incidentally connected to the enterprise and that the city is the proper, wisely chosen location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Falls
Des Moines
No More Dandruff Newbro Herpicide Ad Claim
An advertising notice promotes Newbro s Herpicide as a science backed dandruff destroyer claiming to kill the parasite causing flaking and hair loss. It describes symptoms of dandruff and thinning and urges readers to purchase two sizes or mail for a sample from The Herpicide Co. in Detroit with local agent Havercamp s Prescription Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newbro
Science
Earth
Newhero
Herpicide Co
Detroit
Mich
Havercamp’s
Progress not single Iowa governor candidate claimed
The Creston Advertiser notes progress in Iowa politics with the assertion that there is more than one man fit to be governor, contrasting with previous heat and vehemence over a single candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creston
Iowa
Atlantic Monthly Fifty Year Anniversary Preview
The Atlantic Monthly prepares for its Fiftieth Anniversary issue this fall. The magazine is praised for its long standing policy of appealing to all classes and for carrying prominent articles on politics literature labor education art and current topics. It is regarded as a leading expression of American character in both the United States and Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic Monthly
The
Atlantic
Europe
Nevada Representative Endorses Lacey as Logical Candidate
A Nevada representative argues that Lacey is the most logical candidate. The comment reflects internal party calculations and positions Lacey as the leading choice for the upcoming nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada
Lacey
Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup Promises Irritation Free Stimulation
An advertising notice for Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup touts stimulation of the bowels without irritation. It lists A. W. Morgan as the seller at 197 West Second Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Morgan
West Second Strat
Georgia aerolite sighting ends with train arrival
Twenty years ago residents reported a meteor in the Cedar county sky. J G H Little stepped from the southwestern train to quell rumors. A lightning strike on a barb wire fence killed four cattle belonging to Homer C Fink. Mrs Prester aged 72, visiting the De Camps near Solon, Cedar county, was found dead hanging in tree branches along the Cedar River, a pioneer of the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. H. Little
Cedar County
Homer C. Fink
Prester
de Camps
Solon
Trolley Party Lights Muscatine Route Afloat in Summer Night
Ten years ago Mrs. Mayo G Seevers hosted a trolley party in Muscatine. An open car carried thirty young ladies in elegant summer attire, draped and illuminated, traveling from 7 30 to 9 30 with hundreds admiring along the route. Also listed are Muscatine post office salaries for 1900 including Postmaster and clerks with specified pay and six carriers.
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Mayo G. Seevers
Muscatine
John van Lent
George Lohr
M. L. Mikesell
Ed. Link
Fred Davidson
John W O’brien
Apaper
Otto Eggers
Con. B. Fisher
W. W. Ewing
George W. Ritchie
Far Northwest Crisis Opens with Nome Gathering on Beach
On the nineteenth day of July Nome gathers as Judge Stillman arrives with his party. The Senator's ship is seen as the first court bringing justice to the wild land. A charming girl meeting His Honor Was hints at family ties and local intrigue as newcomers arrive.
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Far Northwest
Stillman
Chester—swell
Glycerine’s Role in Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery
Glycerine in Dr. Pierce’s medicines enhances extracts from native medicinal roots and acts as a nourishing, antiseptic demulcent and antifermentor. It supports remedies like Black Cherry bark and Stone root in treating chronic coughs and lung afflictions, while adding to blood purification and general strength. The ad notes no alcohol content and cites Prof. Ellingwood praising glycerine’s digestive benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Finley Ellingwood
Bennett Med. College
Chicago
Golden Medical Discovery
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
McNamara plots bold Alaska mine grip in Nome district
Struve and Dunham meet McNamara in Dunham & Struve offices. They discuss Miss Chester delivering papers and potential trouble from rivals Dextry and Swedes. McNamara declares a plan to dominate Nome district mining, facing tough opposition and implied black mail. The scene ends with belief in his audacious scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunham
McNamara
Struve
Mr. McNamara
Alaska
Masonics and Societies Meet Monthly Across Fraternal Groups
Society notes list regular meetings for Masonic bodies including OWA Lodge No 2 A F and M with W M A W Scou and Secretary S L Johnson Washington Chapter No 4 A M with convocation on the second Friday W B Mecoy and S L Johnson Webb Council Royal and Select Masters meets third Thursday in Stein's music hall G D Lezotte and S L Johnson Die Molay Commandery No 1 BE TF K regular conclave on the fourth Wednesday with G D Lezotte B W B Graff Visiting Musqu pine Tribe No 95 meets Thursday at 8 pm in K O T M ball with Dr H Johnson Dean Sachem M P Goff C of B.
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OWA
A. F
4& M
A. W. Scou
W. M
L. Johnson
Washington
A. M
S. L. Johnson
Webb Council of Royal and Select Masters
Stein
Music Hall
G .D. Leazotie
T. LM
Die Molay Commandery No. 1
Kregular
G. D. Lezotte
B. W. B. Graff
H. Johnson
Sachem
M. P. Goff
Fraternal Lodge Meetings and Officers in Muscatine
Woodbine Camp No 142 Royal Neighbors of America meets the first and fourth Wednesdays monthly at Mrs Kate Dunker Jade and Mrs Cora McCoy recorders. Muscatine Homestead No 336 of the Brotherhood of American Yeomen meets Wednesdays in Yeomas Hall with J M L Payne foreman and Mrs B C Ingraham correspondent. Electa Chapter No 32 meets second and fourth Mondays. Muscatine Lodge No 304 B P O Elks meets Mondays at 8 with Dr H Johnson dean and W W Richards secretary. Iowa Legion of Honor Argus Lodge No 17 meets second and fourth Wednesdays at Maccabee Hall. S V Chenoweth president and Mrs A C Hopkinson recording secretary.
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Woodbine Camp NO
Royal Neighbors OF America
Kate Dunker
Mra
Imme HoefMliin
Cora McCoy
Fannie Reinicke
W. M
August Othmer
Sec’y
Muscatine Lodge NO
B. P. O. Elks
Elks Hall
Iowa Avenue
Cook
Iowa Legion OF Honor
Argus Lodge No. 17
Maccabee Hell
V. Chenoweth
A. C. Hopkinson
Modem Woodmen of America Camp Holds Weekly Meetings
M. W. O A Muscatine Camp No 106 met each Tuesday evening at Woodmen hall in Olds Block. W E Ashton served as Consul and J A Leyda as Clerk for the organization.
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M. W
A. Muscatine Camp
No. 106
Woodmen of America
Woodmen Hall
Olds’ Block
W. E. Ashton
J. A. Leyda
Local Fraternal Meetings and G A R Post Notices
M 3A Bend City Lodge No 145 and the Moderna Brotherhood of America invite members in good standing to meetings on the first and third Mondays at K of P building. Shelby Norman Post No 231 announces meetings on the first and third Tuesdays at G A R hall with visiting members welcome. Muscatine Aerie No 815 meets Tuesdays at 8 pm in Eagle Lodge hall over Dunbar restaurant with visitors welcome.
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Fraternal Bankers Reserve
Woodman Hall
Wm. Appel
J. B. Vanatta
Charles Lockwood
Bend City
Moderna Brotherhood of America
K. of P
H. King
Chas. Ryan
Shelby Norman
G. A. R. Hall
East Second Street
A. B. Rehmel
Gus. Schmidt
F. O. E. Muscatine Aerie No
Eagle Lodge Hall
Dunbar
W. C. Towers
W. P
John P. Breen
Knights of Pythias Wyoming Lodge meets Fridays in KP hall
Wyoming Lodge No 76 Knights of Pythias meets every Friday at 7 30 PM in the KP building on Iowa avenue Visiting brethren invited E L Keminer C C L Bihtmeier K of R and 8 Highland Nobles Muscatine Castle meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Woodmen hall Al Alexander W Scott Protector Elma Scott Secretary
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Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming Lodge No
K. of P
Iowa Avenue
E. L. Keminer
Muscatine Castle
Alexander W. Scott
Elma Scott
A. O. U. W. Beagle Lodge
K. P. Hall
W. F. Schoenig
M. W
E. S. Howe
E. H. Deisen
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Dr. Lyon
IY Lyord
Ghe Journal BY Journal Printing CO
F. D. Throop
Associated Press
Lee Newspaper Syndicate
Iowa Evening Press Association
Kecklerville, Chayka’s Grocery
West Hill
Sharrar’s G ‘Iy
Justice Court
S. T. Hagan
Melvin King
Justice Brumfield
William Hailing
Sweetland
Rex. E. Beach
Dunham & Struve
Dakota
Duunham
Washinton
Seattle
Struce
Dextry
Midas
Wilton College
Wilton Junction
Muscatine Co
John R. H. Latchaw, A. M
D. D
Society
Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
Shammo Building
East Second St
Alfred Moore
L’res
Romona
Maccabee Hall
Emil Arana
Apa
Milo Smith
Kec
Muscatine Court
H. G. Schoen
Charnceslor
J. C. Cosier
O. O. F. Muscatine Lodge
Lalli
Miriem Lodge No
D. of H
Prairie Encampment
First National Bank
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