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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
3
City business listings by local merchants and streets
The Journal lists local agencies for reader convenience: East Hill at Hurlbut Grocery on East 2nd street, South Muscatine near W. F. Miksch's Grocery on Oregon street, W. C. A. Buschs Drug Store on Hershey avenue, Kecklerville at Chayka's Grocery, and West Hill with J. H. Fuller, Grocery on West Hill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Journal
East Hill
Hurlbut
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
W. F. Miksch
Oregon Street
W. C. A. Busch’s
Hershey Avenue
Kecklerville
Chayka’s
West Hill
J. H. Fuller
Circulation Statement for Muscatine Journal May 1908
Sworn declaration by publisher F D Throop detailing printed copies and circulation figures for May 1908. Notary F L Bihlmeter confirms sworn status on June 1, 1908. Data lists daily totals, averages, and distribution notes for Muscatine County, Iowa.
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Muscatine Journal
Biveiswsw
Sun Pere Esoib
Sun
F. D. Throop
Muscatine Co
State of
Lowa
F. L. Bihlmeter
Republican County Convention to Meet in Muscatine Iowa
Delegates chosen in the June 2 primary will assemble at the Family Theatre Muscatine Iowa at 11 oclock am Saturday June 20 1908. Items include filling vacancies selecting 16 state convention delegates choosing congressional delegates and committee member with township ward representation totals listed and committee chair to be chosen.
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Muscatine
Iowa
Waterloo
Bloomington
Fruitland Township
Fulton
Goshen Township
Lake Township
Montpelier Township
Moscow Township
Orono Township
Pike Township
NS Ang Seventy-Six
Sweetland Township
Wapsinonoc Township
Aithe Township
Taft Nominated for President by Republican National Convention
The Republican National Convention yesterday afternoon nominated William Howard Taft of Ohio for president by acclimation. The record notes Roosevelt day occurred the previous day and cites Roosevelt stepping aside years ago, framing Taft as the chosen leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Howard Taft
Ohio
Roosevelt
Taft
Taft Emerges as Administration Candidate With Broad Support
The piece notes Roosevelt backs Taft for president as states rally behind the secretary of war. Taft is praised as a brainy, conservative yet effective leader with a long record in service and on the bench, predicted to win election and govern well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Taft
Mr. Taft
Restrictions urged on Fourth of July celebration in Muscatine
The Muscatine paper urges limiting firecracker and pyrotechnic use to July 4 to protect peace and property. It calls for enforcement of the explosives law and punishment for offenders, while acknowledging total elimination is unlikely but seeking reduced disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Grinnell Herald backs Cummins for vice presidency
The Grinnell Herald urges nominating Gov. Cummins for the vice presidency, arguing it would heal Iowa’s breach, aid the national ticket against Bryan, and offer personal advantages by correcting misunderstandings with the national administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Grinnell Herald
Cummins
Iowa
Bryan
Hawkeye favors Shaw for vice presidency over Dolliver
The Burlington Hawkeye expresses friendly sentiment toward Senator Dolliver but argues Iowa would benefit if Leslie M. Shaw received the vice presidency while Dolliver stayed in a role better suited to his political training and tastes, where he could be most useful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolliver
Senate
Burlington Hawkeye
Hawkeye
Iowa
Leslie M. Shaw
Liquor Debate Sharply Critical in Des Moines Tribune
The Des Moines Tribune compares drinking to selling liquor, arguing saloonkeepers are not the real problem. It contends the liquor traffic creates drunkards and would persist even without saloons as long as the government allows liquor production for revenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Tribune
Iowa Delegates Compete for Taft at Chicago Convention
The Mason City Globe Gazette notes additional Iowa delegates besides Major Lacey and Lafayette Young. The fourth district will back Taft and the Iowa platform to the end, even if it means digging in for a final stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Mason City Globe Gazette
Iowa
Chicago
Major Lacey
Lafayette Young
Taft
Nevada Rep Warns of National Committee Nomination
The Nevada Representative calls for rebellion against a national committee nomination formed largely by proxies in Chicago, urging public sentiment to act before it is too late.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Committee
Nevada
Chicago
Des Moines Dolliver Vice Presidency and Taft Speech Critique
The Register and Leader attacks Dolliver as vice presidential hopeful and criticizes Taft for his Memorial Day address. The piece notes the paper’s aggressive campaign against both figures and its own unconventional methods.
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Register and Leader
Waterloo Courier
Des Moines
Dolliver
Taft
Primary ballots reveal will of Monticello voters
The Monticello Express notes that public choice in primaries mirrors caucus and convention outcomes, though predictions clash. It argues the primary process is costly and bureaucratic compared with other methods of decision making.
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The
Monticello Express
Iowa City Republican Hints Cummins Fate in Political Obscurity
A Iowa City Republican hints that those who assign Gov. Cummins to political obscurity may face reassessment. The remark signals internal party tensions and questions about Cummins' future influence within state politics.
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Iowa City
Republican
Gov.Cummins
Moonlight Excursion and Local Reminiscences Highlight City Events
Reminiscences from 50 and 20 years ago recount a Decalion ferry river excursion with band music, Jubilees by Prof. Ladbury, and a noted musical festival in the city. Also listed are recent military officer elections in Co. C 19th Infantry I. N. G. and the Second Iowa infantry rally at Shamrock hall with a full roster of officers and sergeants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decalion
Ladbury
Muscatine
Mississippi River
G. W. Bonsall
Kansas
Phil. J. Murphy
John Byrne
Aa. Critchfield
John R. Hanley
David Burke
Local Property Sale And Civic Notes From The Era
A. Broomhall buys a brick residence from Mrs. Steiner near Second and Chestnut for 4000 dollars with T. D. Smith handling the sale. Mechanics’ Aid Society elects officers for the coming year: Wienker, Fuller, Hinkel, Gunzenhauser, Schmalz. Musical Union urged to attend tonight. L. H. Stewart begins a two story brick home on Third between Walnut and Cedar, 24 by 44.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Broomhall
Mary J. Steiner
Second and
Chestnut Street
T. D. Smith
Mechanics’ Aid Society
Frank Wienker
Joseph Fuller
C. Hinkel
George Gunzenhauser
Fred Schmalz
Musical Union
L. H. Stewart
Third Street
Walnut and
Cedar
Hanley Added to High Prairie July Fourth Program
Thirty years ago John R. Hanley was named an orator for High Prairie’s Fourth of July celebration, with the committee noting the value of securing his participation for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Hanley
High Prairie
Shaw's Tumultuous Rise to Treasury Secretary
The recall discusses Leslie M. Shaw who was named secretary of the treasury after being declared politically dead. The Republican quote reflects the era belief that a man is never truly dead until buried, underscoring the political theater surrounding his ascent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie M. Shaw
Secretary of the Treasury
Cedar Rapids GOP panel weighs Dolliver vs Fairbanks for VP
A Cedar Rapids Republican says the party would rather consider Senator Dolliver for president when nominations reopen than contemplate him as vice president. The vice presidency, the source notes, suits men like Fairbanks more than Dolliver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Dolliver
Cedar Rapids
Republican
Fairbanks
Dolliver
Vinton Eagle backs Dolliver for vice presidency
The Vinton Eagle endorses Senator Dolliver as a vice presidential candidate and argues the choice should not affect Iowa Republicans who may later elect a successor to Dolliver in the Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinton Eagle
Dolliver
Iowa
Eagle
Shaw as vice president prospect dismissed by Dubuque paper
The Dubuque Times Journal mocks the idea of ex Secretary Shaw as vice president saying his past four years were uneventful and his hopes remain withered.
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Shaw
Dubuque
Taft Bandwagon Nears Crowded Final Chance
The Mt. Ayr Record News notes the Taft bandwagon is growing crowded and warns that the last chance to join may soon pass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Mt. Ayr
Minorities Cannot Win, Says Des Moines Capital
Quote from Des Moines Capital asserting that allies should not expect a minority to win, arguing how the political system operates in the country. The remark emphasizes the perceived limitations faced by minority groups.
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Des Moines
Iowa City Republican Says Hull and Prouty Should Withdraw
The Iowa City Republican concludes that the best outcome for the party at this moment is for both Hull and Prouty to withdraw their candidacies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Republican
Hull
Prouty
Dolliver Taken as Senate Favorite by Ames Times
The Ames Times reports Dolliver enjoys broad public and press support as he serves in the senate, with both the political body and residents expressing satisfaction with his tenure.
Community Notes From New Era Area Social Roundup
Mr and Mrs Robert Bennett of near Montpelier and Mrs Good of Rock Island visited Otto Fitchner on Sunday. Local youths attended a gathering at Wm Hartman’s last Tuesday. New Era Ladies Aid Society met at C K Beatty’s home. Max Kretschmar of Mount Grove and J D Letts family toured Muscatine on Sunday. Florence Nagle visited Mrs Otto Fitchner Tuesday afternoon.
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New Era
Robert Bennett
Montpelier
Good
Rock Island
August Kemper
Henry
Pine Mills
Otto Fitchner
Wm. Hartman
New Era Ladies’ Aid Society
C. K. Beatty
Max Kretschmar
Mount Grove
J. D. Letts
Muscatine
Florence Nagle
Superb Railway Tour Promises Scenic Coast to Niagara Falls
Special low round trip fares encourage summer travel to Niagara Falls Muskoka Kawartha Lakes Georgian Bay Temagami St Lawrence River Rapids Thousand Islands Algonquin Park White Mountains and Atlantic coast resorts via Grand Trunk system. Copies of tourist publications fares and pamphlets available from Geo. W. Vaux A G P T A 135 Adams St Chicago.
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Niagara Falls
Muskoka
Kawartha Lakes
Georgian Bay
Temagami
St. Lawrence River
Rapids
Thousand Islands
Algonquin National Park
White Mountains
Atlantic Sea Coast
Grand Trunk Railway System
Chicago
Montreal
Adams St
The Man With Dandruff Now Cured by ZEMO
The advertisement promotes ZEMO as a cure for dandruff, claiming the germ destruction stops itching instantly and prevents hair loss. It urges immediate purchase from A. W. Morgan at 107 West Second Street and markets scalp health benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Morgan
West Second Street
The Iron Lord A Story of the Mines
An excerpt titled The Iron Lord by S. R. Crockett presents a tale from mine life translated into a serialized narrative. It reflects early 20th century mining settings and literary tone characteristic of Crockett's adventure fiction.
Escape Plot in Incubus Pits Deep Below
Vic Morris plans a dangerous descent into No 2 Pit to reach imprisoned men amid a doomed rescue. Hector McKill’s public prayers and blocked exits compound the peril as steam, fires, and a treacherous Eye of the Pit threaten all below.
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Incubus
No. 2 Pit
Hector McKill
No. 2
Jacob Romer
Vic Morris
Valley Kirk
Johnemann
Vida
Dick Finnan
Vic
James Kahn
Descent into Pit No 2 Drama at Eye of the Pit
Vic and Dr Calmont face a deadly rescue as bottom waters rise and the long tunnel of flame blocks escape. Johnemann and Morris clash over the cage while Phil Calmont grapples with his inexperience in a perilous underground showdown. Vida Bryan's fate hangs on a perilous improvised exit and a race against time in the depths.
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Surace
Vic
Dr. Calmont
Johnemann
James Kahn
Morris
Vida
Lttle
Pit No. 2
Grandview Local Notes and Visitors Gatherings
Grandview sees hog shipments to Chicago and Peoria. Sophia Connor and granddaughter Lela Goose arrive by noon train. James McCray of Wapello and James Guthrie visit. W H Dickerson, W E Reed, Fay Jackson, and others conduct business in town. Flossie Bridges visits Washington, Grant Dalton calls from Letts, Mrs Focht visits relatives, Silas Hardman and Nellie Woodruff return from Tipton, and the Rhone family visit Forest and Ethel near Fruitland.
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Sarah Teets
Nettie
Thompson
Muscatine Island
Geo. Watters
Letts
Mr. Reesink
Muscatine
Adam Hohenadle
Lone Tree
Peter Muller
Carr
Bert Zimmerman
Elizabeth Benson
Iowa City
Bert and
Qincy Coder
James Cochren
Everett Smith
Washington
Mesdames T. E. Johnston
D. L. Woodruff
C. P. Wagner
James Buster
Geo. Rexroth
Anna Patton
Grandview
Jas. Buster
Chicago
Peoria
Sophia Connor
Lela Goose
Jas. E. McCray
Wapello
W. H. Dickerson
Jas. Guthrie
W. E. Reed
Fay Jackson
Columbus Junction
Flossie Bridges
Washington, Ia
Grant Dalton
Focht
Conrad Deitrick
Silas Hardman
Nellie Woodruff
Tipton
Wm. Rhone
Forest and
Ethel
Near
Fruitland
Masonic lodge schedules and officers in Mason City Iowa
MASONIC. IOWA LODGE No. 2 A F and A M Regular meeting the first Tuesday evening of each month. E P Ingham W M S L Johnson Secretary. WASHINGTON CHAPTER No 4 R A M stated convocation second Friday of each month A E Othmer M E H P Ss L Johnson Secretary. Webb Council of Royal and Select Masters stated assembly third Thursday of each month in Stein's music hall G D Lezotte T I M S L Johnson Recorder. DE MOLAY COMMANDERY No 1 K T Regular conclave 3rd Wednesday in each month G D Lezotte E C W H Graff Recorder.
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G. D. Lezotte
L. Johnson
Recorder
DE Molay Commandery No
K. T
E. C. W. H. Graff
Dr Kings New Discovery Promised Cure
An advertisement touts Dr King s New Discovery for lung hemorrhage weak lungs coughs and colds. It offers 50 cents and 1 00 price points and lists Havercanry s Prescription Drug Store as the seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Havercanry’s
White Collar Line timetable announces daily departures
White Collar Line steamers Columbia and Helen Blair leave Davenport every weekday at 7 a.m. and Sundays at 7 30 a.m., returning at 7 p.m. A boat to Burlington runs every weekday at 8 30 p.m., arriving there at 9 15 the next morning. W. G. Block Co., Agents.
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White Collar Line
Columbia
Helen Blair
Davenport
Burlington
W. G. Block CO
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