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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1906
Page
3
Terms to Subscribers list daily and weekly rates for city delivery and weekly collection, with yearly and semi weekly pricing. It names New York and Chicago offices and lists managers at each office.
Fragmented OCR listing telecommunication offices and editorial desk identifiers. Mentions Bell company, business office and Mississippi Valley with unreadable codes. No clear event or outcome is present to describe.
The Journal lists city agencies for readers convenience. Entries include Past Hill, Clay Kneese Grocery on East 2nd Street, South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery, End of street car track, W. C. A. Busch's Drug Store on Hershey Avenue, Kecklerville Chayka's grocery, West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery.
The Republican electors of Iowa are called to a Des Moines convention on August 1 1906 at 10 30 am to nominate candidates for governor lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general supreme court judges clerk of supreme court superintendent reporter of supreme court and railroad commissioner plus other business. Delegates are allocated one per county and one for each 200 votes or fraction of 100 cast for Theodore Roosevelt in 1904. Delegates from counties are listed by count in the call.
The commentary notes growing Democratic talk of William Jennings Bryan as the possible nominee from Nebraska and a unifying figure to lift the party from a long slump. It warns that free silver alone may not excite voters and that two years remain before conventions to shape issues, leaders, and alternatives.
The czar expresses disappointment with premier Goremkyin's results and blames Witte's removal. Witte, once trusted for ending the Russian Japanese conflict, is praised for his peasant support. A court martial of Admiral Rozjestvensky looms, seen as a national disgrace, amid fear of revolution unless leadership regains confidence and policy changes.
The Muscatine school board emphasizes a strong standard for the new class, insisting that quality shall not be lowered as they prepare to graduate another year.
Timely dose of Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters may save you a long sick spell. As soon as you notice a coated tongue poor appetite bad taste in mouth and restless sleep commence taking the Bitters. Neglect often causes biliousness and stomach troubles.
The product has proven its merit thousands of times in indigestion dyspepsia costiveness biliousness heartburn bloating and malaria. Be sure to try it.
President Cassatt of the Pennsylvania Railroad has dismissed two employees amid alleged internal issues. If testimony proves true, those men could retire very wealthy, highlighting tensions within the railroad's management.
The Packers resist the president's investigation tactics and urge government inspectors to verify standards. They claim they aim to furnish only the purest meat and invite scrutiny to reassure the public.
Editorial calls for arbitration to end the coal strike and relief for starving miners in Ohio, urging operators to accept mediation to resolve the bitter conflict.
The Wallace circus clashed with local interests in Muscatine causing a billboard dispute and arrival delays due to rain. A wreck hindered departure and left managers facing community opposition while dealing with lingering pleas and concerns.
Iowa political effort shows the governor's team relocating across cities in a bid to sway delegation votes. Muscatine was among recent stops as officials press for backing.
Muscatine played a leading role in the Grand Army encampment at Boone aided by a strong post and several patriotic societies. The town earned deserved recognition for its contributions.
The paper notes that during vacation time readers will see more of McCutcheon’s "A Boy in Summertime" cartoons, with several installments appearing in Muscatine shortly.
Illinois editors concluded a notable Chicago gathering with reflections suggesting improved wisdom and direction for the state after discussions. The event highlighted editorial perspectives and future-focused unity among participants.
The Mason City Globe-Gazette notes a group of boys have spent nearly three days exploring a new theory about Kretschmer, suggesting local curiosity and speculative discussion on the topic.
The Clinton Herald remarks that the nation endured well before La Follette’s era, suggesting a long period of precarious governance it did not recognize as such. The piece frames early history as skating on thin ice, implying hidden fragility before reformist leadership emerged.
The Davenport Times cautions that claiming either Mr. Perkins or Gov. Cummins is defeated is unreliable until full vote totals are reported, stressing that the outcome will be determined by the tally rather than early declarations.
The Washington Press questions why there is protest over the Kretschmer affair as Cummins papers voice strong reactions. The remark frames the controversy as outcry from the Cummins press against Kretschmer actions.
The Clarinda Herald states there is little doubt Cummins is defeated and notes daily testimony builds the prediction, with the matter expected to be practically settled within a few days.
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes that Mr. Cummins can be thankful for holding his convention early in northwestern Iowa. It says sentiment has shifted there, reaching that region.
The Dubuque Times argues Senator La Follette is well suited to head the progressive Republicans aiming to shake the party. It recalls his record as a disrupter in Wisconsin as a sign of strength and leadership.
The Decorah Republican argues for the governor to pursue the U.S. Senate, citing 1909 succession plans for Senator Allison. It notes Allison would be 80, and contends voters will judge his vigor and willingness to continue in service when the time comes.
Iowa Township reports Miss Caro Briggle visited Miss Pearl La Rue. a Bethel church Children’s day program is planned for Sunday June 10. Mrs. Dan Niles is ill. Chas Long of Wilton and Will Barkalow of Atalissa visited A B La Rue family.
Monsieur du Tillet revels in new acquaintances as Raoul escorts him to La Maison Sombre. He meets two women in New France, Madame Duvivier newly arrived and the Governor’s ward described as fair and witty. Raoul rides back with the Governor’s horse, reflecting on his luck and pride.
The night of the Governor's ball brings a crowded social scene with attendees from Beauport Beaupre Sillery and Montreal. The chapter hints at balls love confessions and social intrigues among the elite as residents travel from distant settlements to Quebec for the event.
The article describes a lively Quebec social event with Governor, fur traders, army officers, and nobles in attendance. Raoul de Chatignac and his friend du Tillet mingle with Aimee de Marsay and Madame Duvivier as guests admire fashion, wit, and romantic flutter in the royal setting.
An old advertisement from Havercamp’s Prescription Drug Store touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for dyspepsia constipation and related ailments. It promises guaranteed results at 25 cents.
In changing weather hair becomes brittle and breaks. Newbro's Herpicide is advertised as a scalp antiseptic and hair dressing that kills dandruff germs and helps prevent hair loss. Sample available for 10 cents. sold by Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store in Detroit.
The notice advertises round trip fares from Chicago to Boston with Nickel Plate rates of 19 dollars, 24 dollars or 23 dollars via New York, and a return extension to July 5. It mentions Niagara Falls and Chautauqua as optional stopovers, three daily through trains with Pullman sleeping cars, and meals in Nickel Plate dining cars. Reservations are via John Y. Calahan, Chicago.
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