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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
11
The Muscatine publication markets its reach as the leading newspaper, with circulation guaranteed greater than all other Muscatine papers combined and at least three times that of any other daily. It notes second class mail status and its publishing schedule across the week.
The Journal sets up agency locations in Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocerie End of street car track. Extra papers sold nightly at these places. Subscribers missed by carriers can pick up papers at these agencies.
The Republican electors of Iowa are invited to a Des Moines convention on July 30, 1902 at 11 a.m. to nominate candidates for state offices and conduct business. Delegates are apportioned by county and votes for Albert B. Cummins in 1901. Total delegates total 1,233. R. H. Spence, chairman. W. Phillips, secretary.
The article praises improved Iowa roads in dry weather and urges support for the American Road Makers a new group pushing national highway betterment. Led by Horatio S. Earle it plans ten state members and aims to persuade Congress to establish an inter capital highway commission to map a grand route and seek funding for cross country road building.
Galveston Texas will build a three and a half mile sea wall on a rock foundation with a macadam roadway to guard against a repeat of the 1900 flood. Estimated cost is 1 500 000 dollars and construction will take two years. Citizens are praised for courage but many still think the city remains unsafe despite precautions.
Cuba frees Neely the convicted post office boodler as part of an amnesty for Americans confined in Cuban prisons. The commentator argues the move betrays justice and shows gratitude to the United States in a flawed way.
A clipped remark suggests that a sentiment supporting thief liberation is misdirected and lacks justified concern. The line hints at a debate over criminal justice and public safety without detailing specific cases or figures.
The Chicago News portrays a senator as prudent and flexible about canal route planning, suggesting he will decide today which option to back tomorrow. The piece highlights his cautious stance and anticipated shifts in position.
The article notes England’s relief at the Boer War ending and mentions a planned New York hotel valued at $10,000,000. Backers promise ample resources to serve meat thrice daily to guests, signaling bold hospitality ambitions amid relief.
Allied unions in Manila press for a fifty percent wage increase as part of wartime labor demands. The push reflects broader labor unrest while wartime mobilization continues.
The article notes that opponents of the Hon. Matthew Stanley Quay might remove him if they stopped opposing him. It adds that triumph over these foes is easy and agreeable, making him reluctant to leave the political arena.
The Des Moines Capital cites a looming Iowa delegation meeting to dispose of federal appointments and questions Washington correspondents about admitting it will occur after the final congressional nomination is made.
The column notes Chicago and St Louis avoiding ridicule over bribery scandals. It cites the Union Traction Company trial in Chicago for violating ordinances and alleges juror fixing attempts. It warns that money seduces many men and that corruption is usually exposed, bringing shame on the guilty.
The article notes Hanna backing the Panama route and Morgan favoring Nicaragua amid canal bill debates. It mentions fears of not passing any bill, Roosevelt pushing reciprocity for Cuba, and a tense political climate as Congress weighs options.
A desperate ad in the Journal offers four afternoons and nightly work. The real love for the stars and stripes is clear in many acts today. The legal fraternity shows a calmer mood since Thursday and plans increasingly depend on weather patterns. The city attorney issue stirs excitement amid evolving public discourse.
The Davenport Democrat questions Mr. Bryan's national influence while noting his power in politics. It suggests his impact may be better for party and country if reduced. Ottumwa Courier supports renominating Congressman Lacey by acclamation, saying he is faithful and indispensable to his district and party.
Union men allege unfair treatment by Chicago packers with several members losing work in recent days. If investigations show non union workers replaced them, further trouble is expected as promised safeguards against discrimination are reportedly violated.
Until recent storms the excursion business on the upper Mississippi has been very satisfactory to boat owners. The J. S. works hard to accommodate travelers along the river. People enjoy an evening river ride and more citizens are taking advantage of the opportunity.
The national convention failed to adopt new dances leaving dancing masters with mainly teaching of old dances. With much of their income tied to new dances the art may see reduced earnings for a year or two.
Henry Vollmer states in the Dubuque Times that he will run as a candidate. His judgment on using the party strength in the second congressional district is recorded. He confirms plans to seek election this year.
The State college at Ames graduated 57 this year with eight in agriculture twelve in veterinary science seven in mechanical engineering three in electrical engineering seven in science and nine in the remaining fields.
The Des Moines Register asks how much longer the U S Army can endure without a commanding general respected at home and abroad, reflecting concern over leadership and morale amid ongoing military affairs.
The Iowa Central railway offers excursion tickets to points within 200 miles at one and one third fare. Tickets go on sale July 3 and 4 with a sales limit through July 7. Contact your local ticket agent for further information.
Former Muscatiner lauds coastal development with opera house and grand office blocks valued in the hundreds of thousands. He notes two new transcontinental rail lines racing from Salt Lake to Los Angeles backed by major interests, amid no tax or loan demands.
Harry Warren, son of Mr and Mrs E M Warren of South Muscatine, recalls a dramatic escape from the steamer Ravenna which sank near Maquoketa chute between Dubuque and five miles north. The craft overturned in a sudden gale as it chased a raft, drowning three of twenty aboard. Warren freed himself from a water filled state room and was rescued by the Teal after grabbing a paddle. He lost all belongings and describes the incident as near miraculous.
Senator Warren cites a lull in debate to reveal a quip about nothing doing. Representative Grosvenor’s hotel bill puzzle amuses aides while Carlisle’s tall stovepipe hat collides with a door and rolls through the lobby.
A Capitol anecdote tells of a senator with one side mustache and a fringe at the base of a bald head. While asleep, a nurse poured medicine down his back after misreading the fringe as the mustache. If doubtful, ask the senator.
The senate recess leaves Senator Berry alone and despondent on the democratic side. He scans the nearly empty chamber and sparsely filled galleries before lighting a cigar with a shy, sly smile. He takes two puffs, then discards the cigar with a boyish air, his grin lingering despite the mood.
The article notes senators delivering addresses at college graduations across the country. Beveridge spoke to college graduates while Clark addressed Winston-Salem female university graduates and Hanna declined diploma handoffs. Fairbanks spoke at a girls seminary in Bowling Green Kentucky, reflecting widespread demand for political figures as commencement speakers.
Iowa Central lists reduced rates and final limits for multiple associations and destinations. Major events include the National Educational Association in Minneapolis July 7 to 11 with a round trip fare plus a 2 dollar surcharge, and Elks in Salt Lake City August 12 to 14 with favorable terms. Also noted are other lodges and societies with special excursion schedules and sixty day ticket limits. Mme Schirmacher cites that over 6 million French women work for pay with millions more in forestry, agriculture, and other sectors.
Reports from France and England describe new devices to prevent theft from public letter boxes. France tests steel teeth near the box mouth while Britain uses a wire inside the pillar box. The weight of letters pulls them through a cage but thieves cannot pull them up with string or sticky substances.
Statistics from the English graduate department show that 35 doctors earned the degree in 19 years. Of these, 21 hold college positions, five are full professors, and four are associate professors. Sixteen are women, nine of whom work at women’s colleges. The group published 26 books and monographs.
One fare for the round trip is set from all stations on the B R N to Minneapolis for the Fraternal Order gathering on June 28. It invites travel to the Twin Cities and nearby lakes, with details available from B C R N agents.
Passenger service operates daily except Sunday on the B or N Muscatine line with freight at 5:40 am and 408 miles.
Schedule data lists Chicago to Denver routes via Kansas City and St Joseph with trains 7 8 66 29 11 12 and others. It notes changes: Nos 7 8 go to Evans. Nos 15 16 daily except Sunday. Nos 20 30 through to Kansas City Mexico City and California. Wilton branch times Muscatine to Wilton with morning and afternoon trains.
The notice outlines Muscatine North and South by Co timetable changes effective April 1902 with southbound trains No 2 and No 4. It details departure and arrival times from Ikea? midpoints including Wapello Grandview Fruitland Roundhouse and Muscatine, connections with BCR&N and Iowa Central at Elrick Junction and LKtrick Junction, and Saturday and Monday running patterns. Charles Howard is named as general agent.
The Iowa Central lists trains north and south from Elrick Junction with daily No 3 St Paul Express at 8 19 pm and No 4 Peoria Express at 5 36 am along with various return, freight, and regional services. Coupon tickets are available to all points in the United States Canada and Mexico through agents Geo S Bally and L Seevers.
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