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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
3
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The Republicans of the th Senatorial District comprising Louisa and Muscatine counties meet at the Court House in Muscatine Iowa at 2 o clock p m Wednesday the Slet day of June A D p1 for nominating a Senator and related business. Delegates are allocated Louisa 12 Muscatine Pee Wee 21 with all affiliated supporters invited to participate in the caucus. County chairmen are urged to call County Conventions to elect delegates. J W Bella and J W Garner are the senatorial committeemen from Muscatine and Louisa counties respectively.
A Republican delegate convention for Iowa is set in Cedar Rapids on Wednesday August 7 1901 at 11:00 am to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Supreme Court Judge Superintendent of Public Instruction Railroad Commissioner and other business. All Iowa Republicans are invited to unite to elect delegates with representation ratios to follow.
Republicans of Muscatine County meet at the Court House to select 21 delegates for the State Convention in Cedar Rapids on August 7 and 21 delegates for the Twentieth Senatorial District at Muscatine July 31. Also to choose township and ward committeemen and a county chairman. Entries note representation by precinct and votes for J N Baldwin in 1890 presidential election. Per order of the Republican County Central committee. O D Longstreth, J W McKee Secretary, Chairman.
A widely watched strike and lockout hit the Na won Cash Register works in Dayton Ohio where a model factory era with baths, lunchrooms, homes, gardens, kindergartens and schools was praised for welfare initiatives. Four brass moulders were discharged for union activity prompting a sympathetic strike and the plant was shut down, throwing over 2 000 workers out of work. The dispute raises questions about employer generosity versus worker organization and the risk to a celebrated reform effort.
The Sioux City Journal argues Sunday recreation should be allowed if it does not infringe on others peace and quiet. It notes Sunday baseball gatherings risk public conveyance workers' rest, and questions if salaried players or patrons may violate Sabbath labor laws by supporting such events.
Republicans will meet at the court house on July 31 to select delegates to the state and senatorial conventions. The Journal notes this will be the largest county delegate convention, with 214 delegates based on votes for J. N. Baldwin. Growth shown across precincts like Bloomington and Muscatine, reflecting a 25 percent increase from last year. The 2 PM meeting is expected to attract strong turnout due to interest in both campaigns.
The Defunct Ottumwa Democrat sold to 8S. A. Brewster of the Creston Advertiser who plans revival. Cedar Rapids to Iowa City electric line nearly assured with substantial right of way secured and funds available to proceed. Hundreds of miles of trolley lines expected to be built in Iowa in coming years.
Crowninshield of Boston, a Harvard grad, is featured for designing the Independence, a leading defender in the America’s Cup trials. The Boston designer predicts a swift Independence against the Lipton Schanyock II and Heereshoff’s craft, as pre races draw American public interest and preparation funds.
Arthur Duffy of Georgetown University, holder of the English 100 yard championship, will visit to defend his title amid upcoming events. The announcement notes his status as reigning champion and outlines expectations for the competition and related activities.
The American Bicycle company adds Gas coyne and Jenkins from England to its big racing squad. The 18 riders form six three man teams, heightening rivalry among speed merchants. Gascoyne, 24, from Chesterfield, is unbeaten in pursuits and has set records at Crystal Palace. Jenkins, 27, holds English quarter, mile, and five mile titles and partners with Gascoyne on Europe’s two mile tandem title.
Selee expects to form Boston National’s roster from college graduates rather than minor league pros. He argues college players, coached by professionals and trained to handle mental challenges, rise to speed much faster than Jots alumni.
The Des Moines Iowa City and Eastern survey teams press ahead across the Des Moines to Iowa City route with an enthusiastic push from Muscatine. Iowa City and Union township show strong local support, Lynnville raised 800 dollars swiftly, and counties westward stay engaged. East of Muscatine Illinois neighbors stir, aiming for an eastern connection. The Daily Capital notes growing momentum and potential regional access, while local politics in Warren County attract attention amid party lines and candidates.
The Clinton Herald laments that Walter Wellman located a conference between the president and Senator Allison where plans for defeating Cummins and nominating Conger were to be matured, but he did not finish his task and the next day the outcome was decided, implying he failed to keep his job on the country daily.
The Iowa Hog venture started by four Orange City men with a $50 capital has declared a 110 percent dividend, a result described as superior to Standard Oil stock. The piece notes optimistic expectations for hog farming in Iowa and compares it to other investments.
The Mason City Globe-Gazette notes the Times-Republican struggles with consistency amid the gubernatorial contest. It praises Lot Thomas's support for Cummins Gainer Perkins in the Eleventh while accusing Major Lacy of opposing the Des Moines candidate in the Sixth.
Winterset Madisonian reports a heated exchange as Warren County politicians face public scrutiny. The piece highlights tension between elected officials and local residents, signaling rising voter frustration and calls for accountability ahead of upcoming meetings.
The article questions why young women flirt with traveling men and associate with vile men, urging decency and parental responsibility. It argues such behavior stains a girl’s reputation, weakens bonds with good families, and harms prospects of finding a worthy husband.
In Tinois near Nashville Christina Winneckie a 17 year old daughter of a Pole reportedly died Sunday night. Funeral plans were made, the body placed in a casket, friends kept vigil with the supposed corpse. Early Tuesday morning she awoke, saying she is better after weeks of illness. The incident warns against burying alive and calls for caution in declaring death.
The Journal laments an assault on two girls at Winfield and questions what led them to ride with youths of dubious character. It condemns the young men and warns that many girls fall under improper influence that risks embarrassment or ruin.
Columbus Junction faces potential gains as major talks advance on the Milwaukee cut-off project. Officials say big deals are being finalized, signaling progress toward the long discussed route and possible regional impact.
Rumors say the Rock Island line may be built soon to cut expenses and raise profits yet Kinan opposes the project while railway magnates push forward. Officials may choose Columbus Junction if Conesville proves too costly, leaving that point as the potential spur.
The Dubuque Times profile of Walter Wellman, a Record-Herald correspondent, says he is always willing to tell more than he knows to secure a story, highlighting his push for compelling reporting.
The regret is widespread that so good a man as Father Nolan of Nichols should have been called away. His funeral yesterday was attended by a vast concourse of people and visiting clergy. All unite in paying tribute to the departed, testifying to the high estimation in which he was held.
A Journal reporter visits a flagman near the city tracks and records his view of pedestrians and drivers who rush crossings. He blames reckless humans for injuries, noting delays, blame, and lawsuits against the company when fools rush ahead and are hurt.
Albert Othmer performed a grand concert yesterday afternoon on the planola, drawing curious attendees and showcasing his musical versatility. The event highlighted a sunny afternoon turnout and featured a varied program, pleasing local music enthusiasts.
Report notes Albert yesterday drew a large audience at Schmidt Bros Music Store as he played. He forgot himself during a number and enacted a Mozartean finale before the instrument’s thrumming tone ended. Admirers count in hundreds, and many seek his lead as director of a city band, though he demands the Theodore Thomas Orchestra.
A wandering observer recalls overheard street banter about Eve leaving Eden. The woman wonders what Eve said, and the man quips that she complained about not having a thing to wear as she began her journey. The light exchange captures timeless wit about wardrobe woes.
Congressman Hepburn of a state expresses grave doubts about the Cuban people's capacity to govern themselves. He predicts infighting within a year and expected U S intervention. He views annexation as a great misfortune, foreseeing likely guerrilla warfare on the island.
The New York Central Railroad company waged an active campaign against transients with 2,300 men arrested on its property in the past year. Of those, about 1,700 were sent to prison for terms ranging from one to six months, illustrating a harsh crackdown on vagrancy.
The forthcoming German Antarctic expedition plans to focus on sea life and its economic aspects at Kerguelen island. It notes that no useful fish varieties are yet known to exist in Antarctic waters.
A cheering essay extols birds for preserving life by eating weed seeds and grubs, urging readers to notice the yellow bird in spring. It describes the yellow bird’s song and appearance, nest clues, and the joy of choosing a future vocation, stressing self-improvement and purpose.
A short reflection on how children vary in interests. Some prefer geography and read it like a story. Others collect bugs, caterpillars, and butterflies, while some boys study snakes and their habits with keen attention.
The article explains a playground game where any number of boys can play. One player volunteers or is chosen as touch or he to chase others who run around to avoid being touched. When touched, the touched boy becomes the toucher and tries to touch someone else. If touch succeeds in touching another, the toucher shouts Feign double touch signaling that the touched player must not touch the presser until he has chased someone else. In some sections this game is called tax.
A fish, thinking at dusk, writes a playful note to Sammy. He thanks for a line and mentions a worm that swallowed a bent pin, warning against dangerous bait and promising to rest on an oyster bed as water glows surround him. Jessica H. Lowell in St. Nicholas.
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