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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1909
Page
3
The Daily Journal announces city and county status as official paper with circulation claims, publishing schedule, and delivery details. It lists publisher F D Throop and editor J P Loomis, along with circulation rates and press association memberships.
The Journal presents a directory of city agencies for reader convenience. Entries include Bast Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2nd South Muscatine Toberg Bros grocery Oregon street and several drug stores and groceries with addresses and a New York office at 30-34 West 82nd Street.
Publisher F D Throop of Muscatine Journal swears average May circulation at 6842 copies. Booster Trip adds 10000 copies not included. Notary F W Eversmerer confirms sworn June 3, 1909.
Cedar Rapids Gazette states it will publish the Gould divorce trial records to inform readers about scandal and its social impact. The paper argues the case reveals the despair and misery behind wealth and poverty, insisting on reporting the proceedings without remorse.
The Oklahoma senator with a long career aims to overcome barriers in the senate and tackle tax complexities affecting income and corporate levies, highlighting perseverance and political vision amidst adversity.
A Republican advisor predicts the party will lose Congress and possibly the presidency as the income tax amendment faces ratification. He says Democrats will back the amendment while some Republicans resist, making the issue pivotal in 1912 elections and potentially tipping states and legislatures.
The Sioux City Journal contemplates if progressives deem Dolliver insufficiently progressive or if Aldrich loses direct influence. It suggests Dolliver could transition from politics to a successful vocation in woolen or cotton manufacturing given his knowledge of fabrics and textile schedules.
The Des Moines Tribune questions whether Senator Aldrich will push through his tariff while delaying corporation taxation and constitutional amendments. It labels Aldrich as wily and notes concern that he may outmaneuver the president.
The Cedar Rapids Republican urges President Taft to provide his whereabouts and positions. It argues Iowa papers demand clear alignment from the president and insists that in Iowa, alignment in the right direction is essential.
The Mason City Globe Gazette argues that Walter I. Smith may benefit from a primary challenger. It warns that a campaign against Smith could reveal the risks of political clash, implying a buzz saw of contact in the district.
The Boone News-Republican notes that the Democratic platform cites income tax, but a careful reading of the Republican platform shows no pledge to adopt direct taxation by Congress.
A political figure weighs the value of having the strongest case versus the practical impact of influence, noting that rhetorical gain may not translate into policy success or public support.
Workmen remove surplus dirt piled near Shanghai Row dumped opposite Weed and Co. store as renovation continues. A reader recounts chilly reception at Adam Realing's and notes persistent rough behavior from local youths. Thirty years ago burglars struck two houses but left valuables intact. Mr. and Mrs. Bodman de Sire thank the Enterprise band for a serenade on Saturday.
Forty years ago a boy about eleven, son of William Browning, fell from the fence surrounding the South Muscatine school and broke both bones in his forearm. Dr. Austin treated the injury. A young man named James Cassiey reported a watch stolen last evening by someone unnamed.
The Rockwell City Advocate quotes a question about which candidate holds the majority of votes, indicating concern over tally results and possible edge in the race.
The Charles City Press says Senator Cummins remains inclined to radicalism but suggests the stance is mainly to placate impulsive friends at home rather than stemming from genuine occupation enthusiasm.
The Waterloo Reporter states the threatened loss of the peach crop will not be felt in Iowa. It notes that sweet girl graduates are as numerous as in any previous year.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald expects Mr. Bryant to join the saloon debate as an advocate of local option.
The Des Moines Capital notes that lambasting the rich has long been a popular discourse and may endure as a recurring theme in public commentary.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican notes that financial pressure and spending shape divorce outcomes, arguing money often drives settlements and court strategy in family cases.
The Burlington Gazette notes the Iowa pig is becoming too elevated in status, out of reach for common folks, reflecting rising public concern over agricultural pricing and social divides.
W P Robbins and son George of Bent-on Pa arrive to spend weeks visiting daughter and sister Miss Ella Robbins at the George Embree home. Mrs A M Allen of Marshalltown visits brother J N B Parvin then heads to Cedar Rapids. Mr and Mrs William Reed and son Lewis visit Atalissa. Mrs Frank Comfort and daughters travel to Davenport to visit son Harry Comfort. Mrs William Johnson and son Roy visit sister Mrs William Bodman. Mrs Henry Grandjean of New Berlin Ill to stay indefinitely with mother Mrs Annabelle Shannon. Miss Cora Summerville leaves Columbus Junction for home.
Ten years ago a wagon load of young people surprised Miss Lois Dale at her country home three miles from the city. They brought light refreshments and enjoyed a jovial gathering in her honor.
Pleasant visits mark the week as Dr. and Mrs. Robert Miller of Philadelphia depart after extended stays with Atalissa friends. Traveling parties head to Yellow Stone Park and Seattle, while others return from Cedar Rapids, Muscatine, Iowa City, and Muscatine for visits or summer study.
Carrington moves toward the club after discovering he must hide incriminating papers. Miss Cavenaugh greets him and his troubles intensify on a golf course amid talk of ethics, law, and looming exposure. The scene ends with a cliffhanger as he plans to reveal his perilous secret to Kate amid family intrigue.
City of Muscatine announces Sub-sewerage District No. 18 in Main District No. 1. Public records show a $1,196.25 estimated cost for 15-inch and 8-inch vitrified pipe sewers on Fulliam Avenue Cedar Street and Bartlett Street with associated manholes and basins. The engineer’s plat and cost schedule are on file for inspection.
The city of Muscatine Iowa invites sealed bids by July 1 1909 at 7 30 pm for 500 cubic yards of earth filling on the southerly half of Sixth Street between Cypress and Lombard and along the button factory site. Bids paid for actual quantity moved per city engineer specifications. Work to begin by July 5 1909 and finish by July 15 1909. James J Ryan City Engineer.
J B Ruffner former owner of the Commercial hotel fell at his home 1438 West Ninth street Des Moines Monday night fracturing two ribs The injured man is resting easily but his advanced age may keep him incapacitated for some time.
Wilton Junction Iowa June 23 Wilton Pomona Grange schedules its next meeting at White Pigeon hall for Saturday June 26 The White Pigeon Grange will run the afternoon program with fifth degree work planned A basket dinner will be served at noon
A brief notice from Cookson A G P of Grand Trunk Railway System at 155 Adams Street Chicago advertising a booklet about a new hotel bearing the name and inviting readers to request the illustrated publication.
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