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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1911
Page
3
The notice lists internal extension numbers for TELEPHONES Iowa with operators directing callers to the correct person or department. It identifies key staff: D. Throop publisher No 1, managing editor No 2, city editor No 8, society editor No 4, composing room No 5, advertising manager H Dreier No 7. For the cor es office use ext 26 or 27.
A Chicago Tribune editorial describes a Des Moines Capital demand to reveal the 248 Iowa newspapers backing reciprocity. The piece argues the Capital’s challenge may provoke widespread discussion, noting general Iowa press support for reciprocity and contrasting with some lawmakers.
Iowa officials urge county attorneys to press mandamus actions if road trustees refuse this year to levy funds for road dragging under the Cunningham drag tax law. The attorney general says the duty rests with trustees and supervisors, and failure to comply is a misdemeanor. He pledges state enforcement if courts rule the levy mandatory.
The Burlington Automobile Club approves a resolution requiring engines to be muffled as cars approach churches or hospitals to avoid disturbing services or causing discomfort to patients. The speaker notes such steps could foster sympathy and respect between drivers and the less fortunate.
Davenport Times reports customs now imposes duties on live animals returning to the United States. Previously exported items raised or produced in the U S could reenter duty free, but live animals were exempted in the last tariff law. The reason for this exception remains unclear as it was added during Senate or conference actions.
Mason City Times reports talk of Senator Cummins as a possible Taft running mate appears to come from those who favor his retirement from the Senate. Supporters say Cummins would be sidelined by a vice presidency and western friends would not accept a second position on the national ticket.
The text recounts Diaz leaving Mexico’s capital in secret, after decades of service to the nation and its people. It portrays his love for Mexico and the pathos of his exile as he nears the end of a long career.
Clippings reflect 50 years ago with notes on C Weed returning home aboard the Sucker State after eight days. He visited St Louis Chicago Pittsburgh Wheeling Portsmouth Cincinnati and made brief stops in St Louis and Cincinnati.
Forty years ago Carl Pretzel entertained Tremont hall attendees with a humorous lecture. City youths formed a baseball club and played an engaging game in North Muscatine last evening, with another match scheduled tomorrow afternoon. The Davenport, Capt. Conger, was due up tomorrow morning as the regular through St. Paul packet.
In a delayed but heartfelt gathering, friends of Rev. shared warm congratulations during a rain soaked anniversary event. Despite the deluge, attendance remained strong, underscoring steady community support and respect for the honoree.
The article praises Diaz as ruling firmly for Mexico, contrasts Latin leaders who flee with funds, noting Diaz left everything for the country yet must depart for Spain for his remaining days, lamenting Latin ingratitude.
Clarinda Herald reports Iowa residents purchase automobiles at about fifty daily as state license issuances reflect. Observers say at least eighty percent of those machines go to farmers, suggesting farmers remain confident despite looming food price pressures.
Mason City dispatch says Taft is not at odds with Ninth district Republicans over Green or reciprocity. He opposes no quarrel with GOPs and wants Republicans in Congress, arguing reciprocity could be a benefit rather than a disadvantage.
A Keokuk Constitution-Democrat opinion urges readers to broaden activities beyond church and charity circles, urging practical pursuits and community engagement over routine gatherings.
J. H. Barnard and wife were surprised with a party at the residence of W. H. Sharp to celebrate their twentieth wedding anniversary. Mrs. W. A. Clark returned this morning from a visit to Kansas City.
A brief retro item marks twenty years since Sun day, noting the date in a concise retrospective style.
Ten years ago the entire city teaching force gathered at City Superintendent F. M. Witter’s home, surprising him as he studied. He welcomed the group and several male principals to join the evening gathering despite the unexpected intrusion.
President Hamilton of Tufts College urged a Massachusetts preacher convention to shed clerical shells and accept worldly experience, arguing that wearing clerical dress no longer marks moral superiority.
The Webster City Freeman-Tribune condemns Gypsy rovers as a nuisance infringing on Iowa towns. It argues the current policy only scatters thieves to other communities and rural areas and urges a statewide method to protect residents from theft and depredations.
In Nevada a death sentenced former baseball player umpired a game between two convict teams. He faced potential danger from rotten decisions but the prisoners did not protest, and no one challenged his calls.
A humorous housekeeper quips about swatting flies with varying strikes. The verse playfully notes a gentle stroke for a young fly and tougher blows for others, ending with a call to swat with care and fairness.
A brief note recalls Democratic gatherings as scenes of revelry and symbolic confrontation, describing laughs and a metaphorical bull’s nose rubbing in the dirt to illustrate partisan bravado and past political theater.
The 1911 high school graduates held their class day exercises in the auditorium at 2:30. January and June divisions displayed a long program with speeches by Myrta Munster Angersbach and Cora Angersbach, plus music, a class will reading, and a gift presentation.
The program featured Glenn M. Smith receiving the valedictory honor and delivering a thoughtful address on lifelong education beyond high school. The Class Poem and performances by the high school orchestra highlighted the ceremony with poems and remarks from figures such as James Patterson and reflections on instructors and notable alumni.
An ad for Derma Viva claims the powder whitens the face and body without rub off and can cure pimples freckles and liver spots in a few days. It recommends Morgan's Drug Store and lists a 50 cent price.
At the Polo Grounds work on the historic plant has halted, delaying return to their field. If the Giants cannot play there this season, shifting remaining games to the American League grounds could handicap their pennant chances.
Mr and Mrs R M Lee of Fredonia celebrated twenty five years of marriage with a gathering at their Fredonia home on Sunday June 4 1911. Guests presented them $12 in silver and a noon dinner was served. The article lists numerous attendees including Alice Brown Cord McDaniels Will Skipton and many others. Brief Junction News notes various local visits births and movements. Rev Little concluded evangelistic meetings in Columbus Junction and will visit Lisbon for a few days as meetings resume Sunday night at the Reformed church in Columbus Junction.
A. B. Clarke Horse Sales Co announces a four day sale starting June 19 in Miles City Montana featuring 500 mares and colts 500 Indian ponies and 1000 broke horses. All classes offered with options at auction or private sale. The firm promises plentiful stock and urges inquiries.
New York June 7. A strike in all building trades employed on the New York Nationals new grand stand halted work at the Polo Grounds. Union action interrupts construction as talks continue for a settlement.
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