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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1903
Page
3
The Journal Printing Company announces editors and managers including H M Sheppard as editor and W L Lane as business manager. It lists association with the Lee Syndicate of Iowa Evening Newspapers.
Daily delivered by carrier and collected for weekly ten cents per week. Daily one year by mali three dollars. Semi weekly one year. Circulation guaranteed greater than all other Muscetine papers combined and at least three times that of any other daily.
Washington Bureau is led by Frank J. Stillman. The New York Office at 149 Nassau Street is under La Coste and Maxwell. Chicago Office at 148 Marquette Building is run by Payne and Young.
The Journal set up agency points at Kecklerville Chayka’s grocery West Muscatine Sharrar’s grocery South of Morse Washburn’s grocery and End cfed car track for convenient access. Extra papers will be on sale nightly at these shops. Subscribers missing by the carrier can obtain papers there.
The piece denounces a 5,000 strong mob in Bellville Illinois that lynched and burned a Black man who shot a county schools superintendent. It decries the lingering stigma on the middle west and demands swift punishment for ringleaders to uphold civilization and law.
The Spirit Lake Beacon argues there is one method to obtain good roads make them. The editorial stresses direct action by building and maintaining roads as the sole solution.
In Rock Rapids Review notes, Grover is depicted as preferring leadership on water over the presidency, suggesting a humorous or critical take on his ambitions. The piece frames Grover as choosing a fisherman’s authority over political power.
A fragmented phrase hints at a regional theme titled The Iowa idea. The readable portion suggests discussion or critique linked to Iowa, possibly in a local column or commentary. No clearer details on author, date, or full context are available.
The Rockford Register reports a convention issue that will be covered up with a clean white napkin on the presiding officer's table. This phrasing suggests a symbolic gesture to conceal a matter during proceedings.
The Algona Courier argues the only cure for the department’s condition is to dismiss the corrupt officials. It urges the public to vote next year, expressing hope that honest citizens will act against the rascals.
The Waterloo Times-Tribune argues against immediate government ownership of railroads but warns delay could let railroads effectively control the government. It notes the current situation favors railroad influence over government ownership prospects.
The Glidden Graphic argues that impact depends on who uncovers and dispels the scandal. It notes that a vigorous administration that removes its own barnacles may avoid punishment for dereliction of duty.
The Rock Valley Bee portraits Olin R. Reiniger as the man to run in the Seventh district next year. The paper notes Reiniger is seriously considering announcing his candidacy in due time.
W C Knight reports finger improving after spider bite. Mrs J Chamberlain of Pasadena attends Musserville Friends services and visits with pastor Abbie Lake. Rev Henry Diercks family to travel to Rock Island and Saint Jo IL to visit Mrs Diercks parents. Frank Sales begins kitchen siding after last Saturday fire started by gasoline stove.
A note from a classmate states there is no ill feeling between the class of 1902 and the Alumni association or the current executive committee.
Opinion pieces nod to the idea that red hair loses its claim on fashion as trends shift, with many agreeing the hue remains genuine even as styles fade. The remark signals a broader cultural tie between appearance and era rather than a dispute over identity.
Local shoppers eye a second hand organ for $38 at Hirt and Fesler’s. Residents and travelers including Adam Hild and Chas Passmore visit Davenport, Bay Island, and Muscatine on business and social calls. A deed transfers ownership for $200 in Nichols la. and a recital at the opera house draws Mrs. Morgridge audience.
An advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for nervousness in women caused by diseased conditions of the female system. It claims to regulate irregularities, calm nerves, improve appetite, and aid sleep, citing a testimonial from Mrs. Selma Erickson of St. Paul, Minnesota. Free medical adviser offer notes stamps for mailing.
A youth began work at a factory yesterday following the amputation of his remaining stamps. The report notes his transition to employment as his rehabilitation continues.
A meeting at the house Saturday evening, June 18, at 8 o'clock will select delegates to the county convention in Muscatine on June 20. J. C. Stuart, Committeeman.
The Citizens' Light power company is nearing completion of a large gas tank near the street car barns at the east end of Third street. Painters apply a red coat, water from the mains fills the tank, which at 2 o'clock held seven feet of water and is designed to hold about 600000 gallons to meet city demand.
In the Eversmeyer court A A St Leger sues John Keating for 72 dollars for services rendered. Keating counters with 125 dollars and moves to refer the case to district court. Judge Eversmeyer sustains the motion and orders referral.
A reflective aphorism on character over bravado, noting that many can present a fine appearance yet few will act with true resolve. It explores virtue, self-restraint, and the social cost of outward show versus inner merit.
Equity permission granted for filing a trial notice ten days before June 20 1903 for a trial at the June term of court.
Hirt and Fesler's offers upright pianos for 36 and a second hand organ. Miss Blanche Stewart visits Keota resident Mr and Mrs Lindner. Mrs Mary Stewart and family return from California for health. Morgridge to sing at the opera house tonight. Captain Slysell launches floating button factory capable of sixteen machines. Co lumbian Circle hosts free entertainment tomorrow night with fourteen drill team members and a varied program. Everyone welcome.
Iowa Central announces summer excursion rates from Elrick Junction to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs Salt Lake City Ogden and other western points for June 1 to September 30 1903 with return fares several routes and stopovers. Call Iowa Central agents or write A B Cutts G P T A Minneapolis Minn for folders and rates.
The body of Dr Cummins Waters, who died in Chicago about six weeks ago, was exhumed and shipped to this city aboard the Firefly. Mrs Waters accompanied the remains, meeting by old acquaintances at the station. Services were held at Greenwood Cemetery chapel led by Rev F F Beckerman of Trinity Episcopal church. pallbearers included C F Cadle Samuel Sinnett F W Swan J G Dougherty and Ed Horton.
Mr. Joseph Pominville of Stillwater Minnesota spent over 2000 with doctors for stomach trouble without relief. A druggist advised Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. After using a box he is a well man today. If you have indigestion or related symptoms try the tablets. 25 cents per box at all druggists.
The Republicans of Sweetland are requested to meet at Mount Grove school house Saturday June 13 at p m to elect seven delegates to the county convention and transact other important business. J H Van Camp Com
Bloomington township Republicans schedule a meeting at Kalorama School to discuss local primary matters and party procedures.
The Helen Blair runs Davenport trips Monday Wednesday Friday at 6 30 am and Sunday 7 am returning evenings. Burlington trips run Monday Wednesday Friday at 8 30 pm. Silver Crescent serves Davenport Monday Wednesday Friday at 7 pm and Burlington Tuesday Thursday Saturday at 2 15 pm. Excursions to Keithsburg on the Crescent with return on the Helen Blair at 11 pm.
Mrs. 8 H Newson of Decatur Alabama suffered three years of indigestion and bowel trouble. She felt death was near until Electric Bitters restored her health miraculously. The medicine treats liver kidney stomach and bowel issues and costs 5 cents at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
John Wisner a sixteen year old worker at Huttig's factory had his hand drawn into a rip saw this afternoon around 1 o'clock. Four fingers were severed and he was taken to Dr G A Heidel on Iowa avenue for treatment.
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