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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1914
Page
3
Telephones Iowa private branch exchange numbers 26 and 27. When operator answers ask for the department number wanted. No. 1 F D Throop publisher No. 2 managing editor No. 3 city editor No. 4 society editor No. B composing room No. 6 malling room No. 7 Geo S Pitchforth adv mer For the business office call either number 26 or 27.
Washington sentiment runs high over Roosevelt as a possible 1916 Republican candidate. Progressive leaders debate joint nomination with the Moose party, while Murdock dismisses fusion as rot and Hinebaugh hints Roosevelt would lead a cross party bloc if he lives. Forecasts vary after fall elections.
Ft Madison residents criticizing prison management may see changes as the state board of control hints the next legislature will seek to abandon Ft Madison and authorize a new state prison in central town. The land there is worn out and land owned by the state is insufficient. only the new cell house has value, so moving appears logical.
Advocates argue the current extreme southeast location wastes prison transport funds and criticizes Ft Madison residents for rising hostility. A central placement would cut travel costs and ease public friction, with Fr Madison's irritation cited as justification for state action.
Keokuk Constitution4Democrat cites editor David Brant of Iowa City Republican as a guest in Keokuk then criticizes him for abusing local business men. Washington Press notes Illinois Supreme Court ruling on women suffrage. Oskaloosa Herald urges safe disposal of cigarette ashes. Keokuk Gate City urges self-reliance over neighbor opinions to improve happiness and effectiveness.
News and Views from Nation's Capital details Iowa Democratic patronage fight over the United States marshal post for the Northern Iowa District. EB R Moore of Anamosa is confirmed after a prolonged committee battle led by opponents including W S Hogan and Senator Cumming. The piece notes Hogan’s defeat and related election dynamics in Jones County and Meredith, with Moore called to Washington for questioning and eventual confirmation. Harry Vollmer, son of a U S representative, underwent successful surgery in George.
A collage of nostalgic notes from decades past recount travels of Col Hill and Robert Baird rejoining their regiment the Thirty-Fifth, Captain Cadle's Memphis picket duty report, Morehouse bridal trip return, and bids to raise funds for fairground fencing. Also noted are a New York chimney sweep in tights, rowing regatta postponement, Lizzie Broomhall's Grinnell visit, and obituaries and local arrivals including Mrs Robbins and Miss Warfield. Ten years ago injuries and arrivals mark the city scene with Mrs Clyde Wallace visiting family.
Gwen and Bob plan to marry but fear to upset Gwen's uncle Halbert Rutherford who lives secluded at Maples. Bob insists on marrying and moving to Denver, while Gwen worries about leaving the 49 year old, content with neighbors and old quarrels with the Lawrences. Teddy Ainslee interrupts with childlike news at the Maples.
The report mentions a patient at Washington Hospital being confined for three weeks then returning to Davenport, Mrs. Vollmer visiting Washington, and Davenport travel. It covers telegrams to Senators Cummins and Kenyon opposing Harrison narcotic amendments, which physicians fear will hamper legitimate drug use. It also notes Congress appointments and Cummins’ travel plans and Des Moines convention timing.
A tense shoreline scene centers on Ted’s clams and future plans as he reveals to Gwen and Bob that his mother and Mr Rutherford intend to marry and move forward soon. Gwen, though moved, contemplates seeking Denver after the news.
The 1914 ordinance establishes a Levee Improvement Commission in Muscatine. It designates the mayor as chairman and four appointees, sets terms ending 1915 16 17 18, requires bonds, and outlines powers over riverfront work including walls grading paving and riprap. The treasurer handles funds and payments require two signatures.
City Council of Muscatine Iowa invites sealed proposals by July eighth 1914 for furnishing all materials for a new fire proof City Hall. Plans and specifications available from Joseph E Mills and Son Architects Detroit and at the City Recorder office Muscatine. Extra plan sets sent upon request with fifteen dollar payment.
City of Muscatine invites sealed proposals for City Hall construction with $300 certified check due with each bid. Performance bonds required and completion by May 1, 1915 plus $10 daily forfeiture for delays. Proposals due July 8, 1924 at 2:30 pm. council may reject any bid. Mayor Harry Kern and City Recorder HH Caple announce.
An advertisement extols Citrolae and Citrolax as the best laxatives for constipation and related ailments. It promises prompt, painless relief, pleasant lemonade-like taste, and thorough flushing, noting availability from all dealers.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a quick fix for nasal clogs and head catarrh. A small bottle is said to relieve stuffed nostrils, headaches, and sore throats by morning, with the fragrance dissolving in heat to heal inflamed membranes. The ad urges readers to buy at drug stores.
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