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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1906
Page
3
An advertisement outlines publication details for The Journal by Journal Printing Co. The Daily Journal publishes every week day except Sunday, with a semi weekly edition on Tuesdays and Fridays. Rates for delivery by carrier 10 cents weekly, 3.00 annual by mail. semi weekly 1.60 annual. Representative offices listed in New York Chicago.
A fragment lists business office Bell and editorial office Bell with unclear codes. The readable items show telephone related references and Bell company identifiers linked to the Mississippi Valley region.
The Journal catalogs city agencies for reader convenience with listings from East Hill Clay Kneese Grocery East 20d street South Muscatine Morse Washburn's grocery End of street car track W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's grocery.
A tribute to Susan Brownell Anthony highlighting her lifelong campaign for women's rights and suffrage. The piece describes her rise from a shy Quaker girl to a leading reformer, driven by conscience and sacrifice, and credits her with advancing the cause through persistent advocacy and personal commitment.
A long campaign ends as Susan B Anthony dies leaving a legacy of struggle against obstruction and ridicule. The Quaker reformer faced fierce opposition but helped advance women’s rights, inspiring others to carry on her work and continue the fight for equality.
A fluctuating market followed weak money signals last week with Amalgamated Copper sliding 18 points from highs as margin holders were shaken out. Heinze and Lawson suffered large losses while Rogers is suspected of pulling market manipulation. Bears enjoyed a spell of profit taking as buyers retreated. The drop in prices coincides with foreign withdrawals of Japanese deposits and anticipated gold exports, amid talks of grain export rate shifts and plans to expand Southern shipments and New Orleans elevator capacity.
An advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as a reliable aid for mothers and nursing infants. It claims nourishment for two and stresses how hard-working or exhausted women need extra internal strength, framing the product as a wonderful food for a mother.
The article notes possible loss of grain shipments from the middle west if eastern lines fail to come to time. It reports low wheat prices, May option at 77 1/4, and a clouded settlement outlook for a coal strike as bituminous and anthracite operators hold firm. Freight rates may drop about 15 percent and business conditions remain strong with active jobbing, bank clearings and rising building activity.
The legislature voted to remove the circle from the head of the official ballot. Republicans previously opposed the move but passed the bill with little opposition. The change simplifies voting, reduces mixed ballots, and aims to prevent accidental mis marks.
The city council hikes the saloon license to 1000 dollars and plans to use the extra revenue to hire more police. This move prompts speculation that Chicago will improve so much that papers will fill columns with church socials and lodge meetings instead of lists of robberies and crime.
The evangelist Billy Sunday finishes a month long revival in Princeton Illinois a town of about 5000 residents. Reportedly 2500 converts are claimed and a free will offering of 5000 dollars is presented at the close of the effort.
A state census notes that of 25,569 veterans still living in Iowa at the time, 5,241 are over 70, 547 are 80 to 89, and 36 are 90 to 100, signaling the passing of a generation in the near term.
A fragment notes that recent conditions feel like a reversal of expectations with December-like weather arriving ahead of time. The tone hints at an unusual pattern where the late season feels imminent and the current climate contrasts with traditional sequence.
The legislature faces a proposal to redraw every district in the state with opponents deeming it the worst ever. Supporters urge swift action to vote it out of existence.
The Algona Upper Des Moines Republican notes Cummins supporters make the primary the campaign issue against the Crossley bill. It argues the bill is not reform but a debauchery of primaries aimed at factional gain and urges Republicans to recognize this flaw.
The Webster City Freeman Tribune portrays Blythe as a dominant political force in Iowa. It claims he can influence legislators and party conventions, install governors, and sway members of Congress, describing him as feared and relentlessly loyal to the Q. road as he aims to unseat Cummins.
The Jefferson Bee argues the primary bill blocks knowing public opinion, noting after the state convention and governor nominee selection little certainty about true private opinions. The Iowa City Republican points to the second district’s sole vote for the Crossley bill in the senate, by Senator Hughes, opposing nineteen-twentieths of his constituents.
The Creston Advertiser contends Gov. Cummins misstates the issue and that Iowa Republicans neither must grant another term nor cede control to corporations. It asserts the governor is aware of this stance.
The Burlington Hawkeye notes public eagerness to hear the governor testify in support of bribery charges. It warns delay could foster suspicion he cannot substantiate claims. The Estherville Enterprise adds that opposition claims of selling out to railroads and trusts are not enough to label him a populist.
The Fairfield Ledger notes that the so called progressive Republicans display affection for Senator Dolliver driven by leaders of the faction seeking political advantage.
The Clinton Herald notes that Hedge’s decision not to seek another term has left the First District with a growing cadre of seasoned lawmakers. The piece highlights increased activity and the emergence of several prominent figures in anticipation of future elections.
The Keokuk Gate City notes a remark about Gov Cummins and a seven year term suggestion. The brief suggests political maneuvering but offers no further details or confirmations.
An advertisement warns readers of a persistent cough could be from indigestion rather than consumption and touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal cure for indigestion symptoms. It claims the tablets prevent consumption, cure indigestion, and are endorsed by leading physicians, with a free dyspepsia book offered.
At Morris Park I pursue a horse in the Salmagundi Sweepstakes while plotting a big bet and trying to impress Miss Anita Ellersly. The narrator, rich and restless, recalls past fortunes, debt of honor, and a tense encounter with Sammy and an Englishman as he tries to charm the woman and maintain his crowd's respect.
The Washington Democrat harshly dismisses Cummins as having no chance of the nomination, likening him to a whisky bum unlikely to join the W. C. U. The remark reflects partisan rhetoric of the period.
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