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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1905
Page
3
Daily delivered in the city by carrier and collected for weekly ten cents per week. Daily one year by mall three dollars. Semi weekly one year one dollar and fifty cents.
Des Moines bureau at corner Fourth and Court streets under Leon Brown. Washington bureau led by Harold J. Mahin of The Marlborough. New York office at 140 Nassau Street with La Coste and Maxwell in charge. Chicago office at 750 Marquette Building with Payne and Young in charge.
The Journal lists agencies across the city for reader convenience including East Hill Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery End of street car track W C A Busch's Drug Store UWershey avenue Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery.
Fragments show Bell Telephone business and editorial office labels with unclear address details. Mississippi Valley appears as a fragment, offering minimal contextual clarity about the entities or events involved.
Publisher W L Lane swears the Muscatine Journal circulated 5 300 copies during May 1905. The statement lists totals and dates, confirming distribution figures and official oath by the publisher.
Last evening marked the close of the Muscatine high school year as graduates step into the wider world. The baccalaureate address and remarks by Dr. Steiner provided guidance for strong character, while trustees and patrons are urged to maintain high teaching standards and a rigorous course of study for the next school year.
The Muscatine community calls for maintaining excellence in the school system. They urge balanced spending in selecting teachers to train youth and preserve the district’s strong reputation, aiming to graduate well prepared students each year to fill roles of responsibility.
Prominent Iowa editors attend the National Editorial association meeting in Guthrie Oklahoma. Des Moines editor Harvey Ingham is mentioned as a possible Iowa governor candidate. Des Moines Mrs Lafayette Young attends, and Ottumwa A W Lee leads the Lee Syndicate with newspapers Davenport Times Ottumwa Courier Muscatine Journal.
Scott county board reports the Mt. Pleasant asylum fare as insufficient and calls for investigation. They urge ensuring adequate meals and care so sick and unfortunate inmates can return to health mentally and physically.
The speaker hopes Frank G. Bigelow, Milwaukee bank president, will receive maximum punishment for embezzlement to deter other dishonest bank officials and lessen future evildoing.
The text notes two top positions may be filled by an Iowa man: president of the Equitable Life Assurance Society board of directors and the throne of Norway. It underscores the rarity of such dual prominence in business leadership and royal succession.
Monday will be given over to the Elks of the city. A large number of visitors are expected and there is no doubt but that they will have a good time. Muscatine people should give them a cordial welcome.
City residents express concern as circus day nears with many older citizens anxious about taking children to the show.
The statement compares President Roosevelt to George Washington, citing he is first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen as a reflection of his leadership qualities. The quote underscores his prominent place in public regard.
The council plans to lay more pavement signaling urban growth and civic enterprise. The move reflects efforts to modernize streets and boost local prosperity.
The Davenport Times predicts Dennison will press Shercliffe hard, while the Clinton Herald labels the case as the queerest ever tried in Iowa, signaling tense political and legal tensions across the state.
The Creston Advertiser Gazette notes that although Tom Dennison was acquitted, his reputation, as he had it, is effectively gone.
The Vinton Eagle notes that a man without funds often imagines grand plans and ventures he would pursue if money were available, illustrating a mindset of aspirational dreams vs. current means.
The Mason City Times-Herald argues that Iowa needs an active and harmonious minority party today, stressing its value for balanced politics and stable governance. The piece emphasizes unity and constructive opposition as essential to the state's political health.
The Davenport Democrat notes American shipyards are busy and a Russian navy could be built in the United States if the order comes with a certified check. The item frames a financial precondition tied to wartime ship production and U.S. labor capacity.
The Atlantic Telegraph notes the annual firemen's tournament is more than recreation, describing it as a serious community effort and a source of pride beyond mere amusement.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin advertised as the greatest remedy for correcting constipated conditions. It claims quick improvements in color and mood and is recommended for whole family use. Available in dollar and half-dollar sizes from druggists with a refund if no benefit and offer of a free booklet and sample via postal card.
The Telegraph lauds the school as a place for bold ideas. The Des Moines Capital notes that hardly one in a hundred expected a different verdict, given Shercliffe's testimony forming the state's key contention and the jury's response.
The Washington Democrat notes there is little election activity in Iowa this fall yet politics remains a frequent topic in papers. Editors discuss politics freely while a joke about a wife’s talking habit highlights the perceived thin gruel of political discourse.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil says the verdict is not a surprise to those familiar with the case and not a public vindication. It argues the result highlights flaws in the justice system’s machinery and local jurisdictions.
The Des Moines story examines whether Sarah Kuhn’s suicide signals guilt or injustice. It notes her status as a young, beautiful prisoner denied a pardon by a single vote, and calls her death a poignant consequence of imprisonment while urging reflection on sexism and mercy within Iowa’s justice system.
In a rain soaked night D'Aubant finds Barbara Kirkoff misdirected into his rooms but the past intrudes when a recovered Daria appears. Daria proclaims love and begs forgiveness, claiming Stuart as ally while Henri contemplates a dangerous rekindling of passion.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a non intoxicating remedy for female ailments. It contrasts it with alcohol approaches, claims lasting benefits, and includes testimonials from Mrs. Leneth Kinry praising improved health. It offers free medical advice and the Common Sense Medical Adviser mailed for a small fee. Also promotes Little Liver Pills as a trusted Dr. Pierce product.
Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store offers Dr King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds with a money back guarantee if it fails to help.
Green Valley notes include Clara and Art Philip visiting with their parents. Mrs. Chas. Musch spent time with Mrs. Plowman. Ida Hunter Lulu Hill Minnie Ejerman and several Hunters and Sugneys visited the Mich family. Calvin Briggs from Illinois visits X. Eisele. Frank Thornton was in Fruitland Thursday.
Conesville hosted about 40 attendees at John Gunderson’s home for the class of 1905 banquet. The event featured coordinated reception and speeches, with several performances by local young women. Guests departed after a late evening to their homes.
Orono report lists visitors and host families. Mrs A J Brockway stays with daughter Mrs Viny Allen in Columbus City. Mrs Frank Larbor of Davenport visits her parents Mr and Mrs Neff near Cone area. Beulah Settlemire of Muscatine stays with cousin Zulu Abbott. Mayme and Minnie Othmer of Muscatine spent over Sunday in town.
Visitors with Mrs Ralph Babbitt attended a graduation class reception for Cone high school in 1905 on June 7 at Miss Grace Gundersons home in Cone. About 40 guests enjoyed music games and social conversation. A three course day was served and all reported a good time. Almeda McKee hosted a dinner for playmates. Several Cone and Ottumwa residents were mentioned as visitors or guests.
A ball caused painful ulcers on G. B. Steadman in Newark Michigan. Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured him quickly. 25 cents at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
W. J. Kittlewell of Iowa City and Jesse N. Benson of Ames have been appointed engineering aides in the reclamation service.
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