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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1900
Page
5
Three ward elementary schools report an expected high school entry of about 75 students in the fall if all eighth graders enroll. Lists from First, Third, and Fourth wards name 60 plus pupils, with notes on work completion and two-year delays for mill workers. Local principals are J H Lukens, Mrs. A C Kennedy, and Miss Anna McCoy.
A lively past week feature describes a runaway horse leaping a hedge and two wire fences to flip the buggy, with John Dickinson noted for particulars. Dr. Thompson’s residence near completion sits at the southeast corner of the cooperative store block, while L A Gepple’s drug store becomes central office for the Estel Lowe telephone line.
Hawkeye Lodge No. 30 A F and A M recalls its meeting as the candidate for the goat cannot attend. Joint memorial services by Camp No 106 M W A and the Royal Neighbors set for next Sunday at Woodman hall at 2 PM with graves decorated in the forenoon. Muscatine Tribe No 95 S O R reports bright council fire and plans officer nominations at the first July meeting.
At last night’s meeting seventeen were initiated twelve were balloted upon and fourteen applications were received. The program by the lady members followed the regular business and the session closed with light refreshments.
At the Iowa State Board of Medical Examiners meeting in Des Moines on April 24 and 25, 1900, thirty seven young doctors sought examination. Geo F Kincaid formerly of Muscatine was among the successful candidates, earning an average of 87 percent, above the 75 percent passing mark. The board is noted as one of the strictest in the United States.
Teachers institute to be held in the High School building next week with Prof. Silvan Plumly as conductor. Enrollment by Monday noon and lectures daily through Friday cover drawing orthography didactics pedagogy nature study and round table discussions. Enrollment fee one dollar with visitors welcome.
Iowa Central Railway announces limited return tickets for several conventions. Republican National, Philadelphia June 19–20 at ore fare. tickets on sale June 14–17, return by June 26. Prohibition conventions Chicago June 26–28, sale June 25–27, return by July 2. Democratic National Kansas City July 4, one fare round trip, sale July 2–4, return by July 10. Music Teachers Des Moines June 19–22, low round trip, sale June 16–22, return by June 23. G A R encampment Davenport June 12–14, one fare round trip, sale June 11–13, return by June 16.
The undersigned guarantee refunds on a 50 cent bottle of Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds and offer a 25 cent bottle with money refund if unsatisfied. Signatories include G. A. Reinicke W. B. Barkalow Nesper & Co. Jno. J. Havercamp and J Theo Keuchmann.
The Iowa Republican platform declares continued support for McKinley and the 1900 campaign. It defends financial stability, opposes money debasement, promotes self government for new citizens, curbs restraints on trade, and praises the McKinley administration and Republican Congress. It urges renomination and re-election of McKinley and credits congressional leadership.
Homeseekers can buy excursion tickets on the first and third Tuesdays in May June July and August to Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Fare is one fare plus two dollars round trip. Inquire with coupon ticket agents for territory dates limits and details or write Geo S Batty Marshalltown Iowa G P T A.
A Democratic figure seeks to exploit the prolonged South African conflict for political advantage by misrepresenting the president’s true stance. The tactic aims to sway public opinion and boost electoral prospects.
The Boer envoys reject the notion that Mr. Sulzer represents the United States government, signaling clear diplomatic boundaries and asserting distinct national authorities amid wartime tensions.
In Hare's Block West Second Street Anonetta offers full life readings from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily including Sundays Her testimonials promise past present and future insights for a small fee with a note that this will be her last week in town.
A tailor promotes a line of woolens with exclusive patterns for custom suits. He notes fit varies by body shape and temperament and highlights a fine striped flannel summer line with three button sacks priced from $23.00 and up.
J H Cosgrove owner of Up-to-Date Merchant Tailor at 110 East 2d Street. Advertisement notes upstairs access and invites customers to visit for alterations and garment services.
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