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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
11
The Daily Journal is issued every evening on weekdays except Sunday. The Semi-Weekly Journal appears in 8 pages on Tuesday and in 12 pages on Friday nights.
The Journal lists city agencies Kecknerville Chayka's grocery West Aluscatine Sharrar's grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery to sell extra papers nightly. Regular subscribers missing by the carrier can obtain papers at these agencies.
A call invites Republican electors to Des Moines on July 50 1962 at 11 am for a state convention nominating candidates for Secretary Auditor Treasurer Attorney General Supreme Court Clerk Reporter Railroad Commissioner and other business. Delegates are apportioned by county and vote totals with listed counties and representation rules.
The general assembly adopted revisions to the Presbyterian creed on foreordination infant salvation and papal terms. The changes emphasize universal divine love and salvation available to all while maintaining the confession’s core faith. Substantial controversy has persisted for about twenty five years.
The Clinton Age argues a law enforced only when aimed at an opponent is flawed and should be repealed. It challenges the claim that enforcement is routinely biased and notes that law resembles a schoolmaster guiding citizens toward duty.
A editorial criticizes the Age's stance on constitutional statutes, warning that following its ideas would cause civilization to relapse into barbarism. The piece argues for stronger moral guidance to maintain lawful society.
A London paper reports Sunday closing of pubs gaining momentum as bishops and Canterbury's archbishop back the policy. About a million households were canvassed showing seven to one in favor. Among 56 workshops with 11 000 workers, 10 000 supported Sunday closing, 1 190 opposed, 514 neutral. even most publicans favor ending the present custom.
The Sac Sun argues Governor Cummins speech excludes defense of the trusts and notes protection theory does not cover oppressive industries. It invites the paper to name a protected industry that has become an oppressor to enlighten readers, while agreeing with limiting protection to non oppressive trusts.
The Iowa state health board will establish a department in an asylum to treat those with alcohol and morphine addictions. The board of control will designate the location for the drunkard care unit. The speaker argues legislators should not legalize any drinking establishments.
An object lesson in temperance law enforcement is found in adjacent Washington and Keokuk counties. Last year Washington incurred criminal costs of 4092.47 dollars while Keokuk spent 9422.86 dollars. Population is similar in both counties, and Washington bans saloons.
The piece casts Miles as a deft manager causing ongoing friction in the administration and with the secretary of war. It notes he faces possible court martial and may be deemed unworthy of continuing in his high post amid political bitterness.
Depew asserts Roosevelt will win the 1904 race regardless of political will and Bryan warns about Hanna. The Nebraska voice notes Hanna’s capability, yet current sentiment favors Roosevelt and a potential vice presidential call may recur. The piece weighs Roosevelt’s popular backing against possible rivals.
The Illinois theater in Chicago hosts heavy out of town patronage as Florodora’s original New York company sustains a long run. Critics cite the show’s music, clever production, and lavish settings as key to its popularity and staying power across the country.
The city hears about Fourth of July plans, a band concert opening night, and ongoing rain affecting farming and waterspouts. Muscatine county reports rising incorporation fees amid prosperity while a new Milwaukee depot rises in Washington. Children displace ministers tomorrow as school ends and city life adapts to changing conditions.
Despite London critics attacks Klaw and Erlinger English production of Ben Hur at Drury Lane proves the greatest foreign stage success. It opened with the largest receipts ever for Drury Lane and in twenty performances neared $50,000 with Saturdays over $6,000 and weekly averages above $23,000.
Literary note describes Hamlin Garland camping in Iliinois at Eagle's Nest near Oregon on a bluff above the Rock River. The piece notes the region’s appeal to artists and mentions Garland's new book The Captain of the Gray-Horse Troop gaining popularity and to be published by Grant Richards in England next September.
Community voices propose giving proper names to multiple ward school buildings as a way to honor local dignity and identity. The suggestion reflects a broader move toward more distinctive, respected campus designations in the district.
Attendees praised a band concert in Muscatine and credited Prof Paudiet and local musical groups for the event. The performance showcased community pride and support for local arts initiatives.
Booth Tarkington, noted author and politician, plans to abandon society after his marriage. He expresses fatigue with social life and says he and his bride will go abroad then settle in the country to pursue farming and orchard studies.
The article suggests seeking out people who prayed for rain and directing their attention to the new depot and other urgent matters, noting their unqualified success in previous efforts.
A Davenport telephone message dispelled a rumor that No ble Noble's brother killed Noble's wife's sister. The report suggested the tragedy would occur on Thursday, but the tip clarified there was no such incident.
The piece cites a persistent critic who opposes varied developments in Muscatine including brick pavement, street railway, a new school, and proposed enhanced railway facilities. The text portrays him as opposing every progressive move to date.
The piece applauds graduates entering the workforce, noting harsh jokes about revolution in thought miss the point. It argues that education builds a lasting mental capital, enabling a strong push through opportunity doors and honoring those completing high school and college.
Klaw and Erlanger closed their Drury Lane spectacle at the Broadway theater on May 31 after 246 performances over 20 weeks. It drew over 450000 attendees and earned more than 500000 in receipts, with daily company expenses averaging 1200 and a final week receipts of 16000. Over 500 people participated, and the production claimed a first of its kind in American scope for a fully spectacular show.
The Martinique number of Harper's Weekly prints a striking series of pictures showing the island's destruction and its people The piece argues camera history preserves events beyond oral tradition noting Ignatius Donnelly's remark that Pompeii and Herculaneum legends were once dismissed as myths.
After three weeks since opening Florodora shows continued crowd interest and steady weekly performances. Local theatergoers note strong singing and staging while producers evaluate seating and pacing as demand remains robust.
John Kendrick Bangs published author of Olympian Nights recounts selling the first copy himself after a book agent attempted to push a sermon volume. Bangs offered to subscribe the agent for Olympian Nights and the agent accepted, leaving without pursuing the sermons. He quipped the agent thought him beyond the reach of religious instruction.
Washington report notes Congressman Lacey predicts a canal bill will pass both houses before adjournment. Debate may stretch to month end with support divided between Nicaragua and Panama routes. Lacey estimates total cost near one billion dollars, citing French progress and climate risks.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil remarks that Mr. Bryan did not need to travel to Cuba to find those always suspecting the sincerity of the government.
The Corning Gazette reports Adams county Republicans are united behind Col. W. P. Hepburn for congress. The Gazette states they will support him as long as he accepts the office, ensuring representation for the eighth district.
The Davenport Democrat notes the spectacle of William Jennings Bryan advising Theodore Roosevelt, suggesting Roosevelt faces possible renomination trouble and how to avoid it, and wonders what may follow this interaction.
The Clinton Age accuses Senator Hoar of harboring an overheated conscience. It cites his ability to deliver persuasive speeches while voting for measures he condemns, calling it nerve to act thus.
The Clarinda Herald denounces the Washington capitol bars as an infamous outrage and disgrace. It urges Congress to pass abolition measures, threatening that any member voting to keep the saloon should be knocked senseless to awaken them to where control lies.
The Iowa Central Railway will run sleeping cars and coaches between Peoria and St. Paul and Minneapolis starting in June, offering quicker travel and better service from all points on the line to St. Paul Minneapolis or Peoria. For details, contact Iowa Central agents.
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