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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1902
Page
3
Circulation is described as surpassing all other Muscatine papers combined and at least tripling every competing daily publication. The claim positions the newspaper as the dominant regional outlet with leading reader reach.
The Journal announces agency locations in Keckierville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery and an end of street car track where extra papers are available each night. Regular subscribers who miss delivery can pick up papers at these agencies.
Iowa Republicans announce a delegate convention in Des Moines on July 30 1902 at 11 a m to nominate candidates for statewide offices and to handle other business The call outlines representation by county and vote totals from 1901 and lists R H Spence as chairman and W P Phillips as secretary with a total of 1233 delegates.
The House passed the Shattuc immigration bill aiming to exclude anyone over 15 who cannot read in any language. It also broadens the term contract in the contract-labor law and fines steamship firms for sending immigrants with contagious diseases. The measure includes a broad illiteracy test as a means of excluding undesirable newcomers and argues the nation cannot assimilate growing immigrant numbers.
The Boston Transcript remarks that the people of the Philippine islands have been seen by Senator Hoar as very different. The brief note reflects a viewpoint cited by the senator during discussions in the publication year.
The piece criticizes Senator Hoar for idealizing Philippine affairs and questions which tribe he would have interpret the Declaration of Independence. It notes unrest in San Domingo and Haiti, where sugar prices and racial factions fuel revolutions, Jiminez and Sam’s fate, Boisrond Canal’s provisional Haiti presidency, and an upcoming but delayed election.
A paper argues that admitting Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arizona would be the right expansion while condemning the surrender of the Philippines. It contends that these territories were acquired without consent and that surrender would revert the continent to the original inhabitants, portraying it as a return to “savages.”
A reader quotes a Republican claim that brick pavements in Cedar Rapids make three times as much noise as twelve cars. The notion of vocal streets prompts wonder if danger lurks beneath, hinting at an eerie urban mystery.
The nation’s corn acreage, if gathered, would surpass the British Isles and parts of Europe, with a crop value near a billion dollars last year. Favorable field reports boost hopes for the country's grain outlook despite drought.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes the convention hall in Kansas City is a business success but its platform falters. James A. Patten dominates Chicago board trading, gaining a half million in May contracts during a nine month campaign, as the public awaits his next move amid other speculative operators.
The piece argues the Philippine question could divide the Democratic party nearly as the free silver issue did, blaming Democracy for tardy interpretation of national opinion and for reacting after Republicans act. It contrasts Republicanism as constructive and optimistic with Democracy as pessimistic and indecisive.
The piece defends President Roosevelt for addressing lynching on Memorial Day without naming sections or parties. It argues public leaders must discuss the issue openly, noting the problem is grave for America and deserves examination. It dismisses offense at his general, logical reasoning and urges the South to seek a solution rather than defend lynching.
The article notes London received word of the surrender in the afternoon with late editions sold on streets while many woke to breakfast papers next day. It contrasts with the United States where extras would flood streets within half an hour, highlighting national tempo differences.
The Newton Journal questions past rulings as Congress enacts oleo margarine legislation. It argues the new act represents a shift in policy and invites reader reflection on the legal and economic implications.
The article notes that imported oleomargarine from other states cannot be sold where local manufacture and sale are prohibited. It argues that oleomargarine, when not harmful to health or morals, should not be treated as an intoxicant that harms communities or undermines business and life.
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes the Let son Balliet case in Des Moines federal court and questions how investors could trust Balliet with 250000 for White Swan mine stock. It warns he could print unlimited shares, turning a printing press into a money machine and condemning stock swindles as a perennial risk.
A Muscatine column notes sensational strikes in Chicago and other cities, but praises local river cruisers on the Mississippi. It describes distant storms while Muscatine remains untouched, likening gasoline explosions to a miniature volcano as boats churn the water.
Muscatine leaders reject opposition to proposed railroad and transportation facilities. They insist the city will gain from increased traffic as progressive businessmen expect more visitors and customers to flock to Muscatine.
The notice lists rail fare rates and limits for Iowa Central routes to numerous 1902 events including the National Education Association in Minneapolis, National Baptist Anniversaries in St Paul, the Elks in Salt Lake City, the Travelers Protective Association in Portland, and various Masonic and fraternal gatherings. It specifies round trip fares, executive fees to extend limits, and final return deadlines.
Fruitland held a Corwin school picnic and program with 54 visitors. County Superintendent Witter attended, photographed the event, and spoke to the children. A full program featured recitations, songs, drills, and a flag ceremony, with joyfully served dinner, ice cream, and lemonade.
Mrs. Eddy died at the county farm Friday afternoon after twenty three years of insanity. She leaves three children Mrs John Utt of Columbus City Frank of Missouri and Allen of Chicago. Funeral held Sunday at Utts with burial trips to Wisconsin. Decoration Day observed with a small crowd. Numerous local social notes follow about visits and gatherings in Columbus City and nearby towns.
In Conesville Iowa a pleasant Sunday rain pleased farmers while a social gathering at Oakland Saturday evening drew a sizable crowd and netted about 1.50. The Jarrards attended Lone Tree commencement exercises Friday evening.
Granddaughter and niece graduated on that evening. Miss Eva Chapman has been visiting at the Abbott home and her uncle M. Chapman. Miss Add Weiss stayed in town after coming from Columbus Junction. The C M & St P railroad depot nears completion with a watch tower to skip stopping fast trains. Epworth League hosts ice cream social June 7 at the schoolhouse. Dec E Jayne of Columbus Junction visited with his daughter Mamie. Lillbern Moyer returns from Cincinnati after cancer treatment claiming a cure but missing his lower lip. A man with a hand organ and monkey collected pennies Monday. A lawn party at Geo Jarrard’s Saturday evening June 7 to aid Oakland Sunday School.
Mrs Will Moseley and Miss Katie Stevenson transacted business in Muscatine Wednesday. Florence Mason attended aledo commencement. Leslie Mason returned with his sister Friday. Misses Rachel and Ella Schaper attended Memorial services in Millersburg. Mrs Sarah J Mannon and Mrs E Church visited Mannon Tuesday. Lee Wagoner and son visited Mrs Reich. Clyde Pullen and niece Nellie attended a White Eagle school picnic. Rev Creighton Birch of Eliza was a Marion caller. No chapel services due to rain. Children’s Day planned for Sunday June 8. Rev Shearer began revival meetings in Mason’s hall. L R Hyett called from Millersburg. James Stevenson delivered four car loads of stock to Max Widebrook. Wm Shirkey was in Keithsburg. Charlie Lane of Muscatine was a
Miss Emma Krueger visited Mrs. Arthur Price and Miss Anna Zollner called in Muscatine. Families of Krueger and Price visited relatives. Decoration Day saw many Ferdinand residents at Reynolds cemetery. Mrs. Joe Ryan remains in poor health. German M. E. Sunday School picnic set for Foster's Grove on Saturday June 7.
Illinois City honors Decoration Day with a Muscatine band and a program including prayers, songs, recitations, and Veteran Talks. Henry McPherson reports a contract and 800 rods of wire fence built. Visitors include Miss Julia Furst and Miss Anna Guyer.
The document details passenger and freight train numbers, departure and arrival times, and route changes for the C., R. 4 & P. Railroad. It notes through trains between Chicago and Denver via Kansas City or St. Joseph, revised stops at Evans, and daily schedules with Sundays excluded for several train numbers.
Muscatine North and South by Company announces April service changes. Train No 1 departs daily at 12 noon with connections at Wapcot to Burlington and Iowa Central for Peoria Monmouth and locals. Train No 3 arrives Burlington 1 05 am with connections for Grinnell Marshalltown Mason City and locals. Saturday service begins at Hirick Junction 8 45 pm to Mascatine 9 20 pm. Monday service departs Muscatine 4 70 pm arriving Elrick Junction 5 35 am with Iowa Central for Peoria Monmouth and locals east.
Elrick Junction timetable shows northbound and southbound trains with No 3 St Paul Express 8 10 p m No 5 Mason City Mall 11 59 a m No 25 Way Freight 4 m Going south No 6 Peoria Mail 2 45 p m No 4 Peoria Express 5 36 p m No 16 Way Freight 1 50 p m Coupon tickets to US Canada and Mexico available from Geo S Batty Marshalltown and L Seevera Elrick Junction Iowa officials
The notice lists steamers Helen and W J Young Jr with sailing days Monday Wednesday and Friday. Departures at 6 30 a m and 7 p m with telephone contact 40 for details.
Sevastopol notes another light rain on Sunday morning. Farmers report a dreuth last summer and fall leading to a small hay crop, while wheat rye and oats appear sound. Local residents Frank Hartman Harry Holmes Lou Hoffmeyer and others are recorded with weekend visits and shopping trips.
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