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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1908
Page
3
SChAeJOURNAL printing company publishes the official city and county paper. It lists publisher F D Throop and editor L P Loomis with offices in Muscatine New York Chicago. Circulation claims exceed other local papers. The paper is a Lee Syndicate member and Iowa Evening Press Association member.
The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday and delivered by carrier. The Semi Weekly Journal appears 10 pages Tuesday and 3 pages Friday nights. Daily mail rate is $3.00 per year. carrier weekly 10 cents. Semi-Weekly yearly rate $1.50.
The Journal lists city agencies including East Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine W F Miksch's grocery Oregon street W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklervile Chayka's Grocery West Gill J H Fuller Grocery Telephones Business office Bell access at Editorial office Bell Mississippi Valley
Sworn statement by publisher F D Throop confirms monthly print and circulation totals for May 1908. NotaryPublic F L Bihlmeier attests to the sworn declaration with the average circulation noted as about 5 830 copies.
Billy Hamilton of the Odebolt Chronicle rails against the postwar peace, attacking Iowa voters as referees and clinging to factional hostility. The piece frames him as a defeated voice refusing reconciliation amid a broader shift to harmony.
A drunken critic named Billy denounces Iowa Republicans for endorsing the United States Senate as the most corrupt in the world. The piece recalls a St. Louis episode of boasting and a punchline about territory, arguing the claim is absurd and vile.
The notice notes quiet returns after a political primary in Iowa. Rain continues to fall as citizens reflect on the absence of noise and pain from the campaign period.
The Burlington Gazette, a Democratic paper, prints a booster for Roosevelt. It notes Lincoln Steffens is not satisfied with the President, calling it perhaps the best boost the President has had in a long time.
Rumors say a delegation of Indiana authors may visit Chicago soon with plans tied to the large convention hall area and surrounding activity. The chatter suggests organized plots and notable interest from literary figures.
An energetic exchange likens Bob LaFollette to Abe Lincoln highlighting strong differences. The remark underscores nostalgic rhetoric and political framing in a spirited discussion.
The Glidden Graphic notes no objection to Conner and says voters preferred strong leadership over a neutral candidate, reflecting a district mood that valued Rome over Caesar. The comment frames the outcome as a choice for decisive governance rather than personal regard.
The Fairfield Ledger argues that the Republican chance in 1908 hinges on adopting Bryan style radicalism, suggesting they would fare worse if they avoid it. The Des Moines Register and Leader contends Republicans can win only by matching Bryan's stance.
The Dubuque Times-Journal argues a June primary drawing under 40 percent of Republican votes in several farming districts weakens the case for June primaries.
The Charles City Intelligencer remarks that with the campaign over the nation should drop harsh labels like standout and progressive. The editorial urges focusing on issues rather than name calling and party designations.
The Man son Democrat notes that preparations may begin for two upcoming life milestones, the graduation and the wedding, signaling social ceremony and community anticipation.
The Iowa City Republican declares that anyone unhappy with the campaign should speak up, signaling a call for open debate and asserting confidence in their effort. The remark frames internal tensions as a public discussion within state politics.
The Burlington Gazette, a democratic paper, notes Republicans are briefly speaking to one another in rare moments, commenting on post election sentiment and renewed dialogue.
The Ida Grove Pioneer notes a festive graduation scene celebrating two accomplished young women as the sweetest moment of the year. The piece casts a warm, communal cheer for local education milestones and the graduates' bright futures.
Reminiscences recall a river body found four miles above the city with a watch and nine dollars. taxonomic notes on a flood injuring Davenport area, a flood floodwaters in Iowa Avenue near the Boston House, Wrenker and Company factory inundated, and Adam Courtney killed by lightning near the city while plowing. Also noted is the U S Express Office move to Second Street. 40 years ago a mule kicked Hiram Gilbert’s wife causing facial injuries.
Thirty years ago Frank Ashcraft and Miss Ella Fisher wed in Muscatine at the bride's home with Rev I K Statton officiating. Also, G A Freeland of Grandview married Miss Julia Garrett of Wapello last Wednesday evening, both couples celebrating happy unions.
Mrs J Moore and son from Cedar Rapids visit Mr and Mrs G M Scott. Miss Mamie Beacon from Wilton visits Miss May Demorest. T S Parvin of Muscatine, secretary of the Masonic grand lodge, was praised for Masonry work with a salary raise from 1600 to 2000 and a 1600 gift.
Delayed report notes Mrs. W P Paugh hosted a noon dinner for friends including Mrs H M Letts Mrs George Remley and others with arrivals from Chicago Muscatine Mt Vernon and Ames. Many relatives and visitors are listed with travel to Overton Neb Des Moines and Mt Pleasant as weekend plans unfold.
James Kahn proposes to Vida Bryan while Dick Finnan and Billy Bryan defend her autonomy. The scene unfolds in the cottage as Kahn offers support and asks Vida to consider marriage, asserting protections for all involved and insisting on her free choice despite competing claims and loyalties.
Ex Senator J M Gobble of this city is formally presented as a democratic nomination aspirant for congress. His chances for the nomination appear strong. The Journal editor and wife plan to attend the second annual reunion of William Maxson descendants in Cedar county on June 18 at 11 am.
The speaker asks to keep a marriage secret for up to six months while honoring current terms with Mr. Jacob Romer. He cites private reasons and a time-limited delay to inform his esteemed chief, noting the continuation of existing arrangements and a pending continuation.
Conesville residents recount visits and gatherings including Mrs Theo Schwab and children en route to Atalissa from Wapello, Miss Margaret Buser and Miss Zula Abbott, Master Laird Owens with sister Mrs Mincher, and S S Snyder’s business call. The M E Aid society to meet at Mrs Mincher’s home next Wednesday. The dumb waiter social was postponed due to rain. Roy W Jean hosted a Friday party with many attendees and refreshments.
Mrs. B. M. Junkin is seriously ill with a complication of diseases. Mrs. H. H. Kerr of Des Moines was a guest at the J. M. Dodds home the past week. The M. E. church societies hosted a reception for Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Rose and daughter with gifts including silverware and Epworth League pins. They depart June 16 for Southern Texas. Mrs. Cherry hosted about 90 people for a W. F. M. S. picnic and program. Frank Fraker of Mt. Pleasant visited Miss Susan Gardner. E. D. Lewis bought Walt Livezey’s stake in the Livezey blacksmith shop. Moody Canott of Peck’s Business College spent Sunday at home. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Williams of Onslow visited the W. H. Wishard home. Liberty Zimmerman attended the Iowa City high school commencement. J. M. Dodds and family spent Monday at W. A. Curl’s. Dr. L. M. Downing and wife and Dr. Jones and wife attend the Chicago medical association. C. E. Klockenteger will build a modern home between A. L. Braden and Clark Wimner lots. Miss Kiester, assisting in Miss Harvey’s millinery, returned to Washington.
Advert says Dr King s New Life Pills cure sluggish liver and bowels and restore action. 25 cents. Haverkamp s Prescription Drug Store.
A London hospital reports alcohol given to patients only 71 times in 32 years with a 7.3 percent death rate in 1904, lower than the 9.1 percent city-wide average. The article notes physicians’ varied views and the endorsement of glycerine as a safer solvent in Dr. Pierce’s remedies for women.
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