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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1906
Page
3
The Daily Journal publishes every evening except Sunday. The Semi-Weekly Journal issues eight pages on Tuesday and eight pages on Friday nights.
The notice details daily city delivery by carrier and weekly collection at ten cents, plus options for daily one year mail, and semi weekly one year at one dollar fifty. It lists pricing like a local circulation notice and carrier routes.
The New York office at 140 Nassau Street is led by La Coste and Maxwell while the Chicago office at 750 Marquette Building is led by Payne and Young.
Business and editorial offices of Bell Telephone in the Mississippi Valley area appear in the newspaper notice. Details specify office locations and contact points for service inquiries and corporate announcements.
The Journal lists agencies across the city for reader convenience including East Hill Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine Morse Washburns grocery End of street car track and W C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Chaykas grocery West Muscatine Sharrars grocery.
The piece argues Senator Platts bill could spark US UK joint action to safeguard Niagara Falls, noting opposition by money interests who see the falls as water power and a symbol of local heritage. It compares conservation efforts abroad, including the Swiss Alps, Paris monuments, England’s National Trust, and suggests the US may need a national trust approach though the nation is less compact.
A March 10 marks the thirtieth anniversary of the first telephone message heard by Bell and his assistant in a Boston boarding house. In 1874 Bell, then a Boston university vocal physiology professor, explored transmitting multiple Morse messages on one wire and later the idea of sympathetic string vibration for harmonic telegraph experiments.
The article recalls Bell's 1874 room experiments with clock springs that led to electro magnet devices and the conclusion that speech telegraphing was possible. By June 2, 1875 he transmitted a sound by electricity and in March the first spoken message was heard. A commercial company formed in spring 1877 and long distance testing followed, aided by copper wire. The piece honors American inventors and the telephone's rise from curiosity to global utility.
Andrew Hamilton, a legislative agent for New York Life Insurance who fled to Paris during the investigations, testified before the Armstrong insurance committee and the New York Legislature. He attacked the company’s trustees and managers, defended his actions, and claimed they bore responsibility along with him for questionable expenditures. He stated he followed the directions of his superiors who were also dishonest.
The New Jersey Republicans selected Senator Dolliver to launch their campaign. He is described as a true Roosevelt Republican and a thorough Republican, with honors he deserves.
The ad touts Scotts Emulsion as the easy oil easy to take and easy on the stomach offering relief from griping and nauseating sensations from raw cod liver oil. It warns against cheap emulsions or alcoholic substitutes and claims to fulfill every function of cod liver oil and more.
Scott and Bowne located at 409 Pearl Street New York are noted in this brief listing. The entry identifies the firm and its central street address in Manhattan.
Andrew Carnegie renews his generosity toward Cedar Rapids with a substantial gift to Coe College. Muscatine applauds a citizen who supports a library loanless by Carnegie. The town now seeks a federal grant for a much needed government building.
Senator Whipple critiques state educational institutions for excessive lobbying of the legislature. His points, he says, will resonate in many parts of the state.
The Cummins press attacks Dolliver for refusing to line up with their boss, alleging his past public service is forgotten and painting him as anathema maranatha while defending his sincerity and patriotism.
The Free man-Tribune quotes the Webster City paper defending Senator Dol liver’s gubernatorial support, stating it will back him as long as he remains in the fight for popular rights.
The Marshalltown Times Republican says the bill, adopted by the senate, does not satisfy the most radical but meets the real demands of the people. It practically takes the free pass out of politics, which the people are asking for.
The Creston Advertiser defends the Washington crowd, arguing self defense would push them to take part in the state conflict and noting the men are brave enough to show their colors.
The Cherokee Times urges the current legislature to enact a primary law balanced between radical and anti primary views. It argues the law should allow every Republican and every member of other parties to have the assurance of naming their own candidates.
The Oskaloosa Herald notes Cummins supporters plot against Congressman Lacey of Iowa's sixth district but vows the people remain confident in Maj. Lacey. It predicts his renomination by acclamation and a growing majority at the polls.
The text discusses proposals to cut salaries for aging government clerks in Washington and notes the public perception that such a move would be a grave injustice. It reflects concern over wage reductions for elderly workers.
The article notes President Roosevelt will take time selecting a replacement for Justice Brown. It adds Secretary Taft may consider the post if the political climate is quiet and the presidential energy is low.
The Sac City Sun opposes the state wide Crossley bill but backs limiting direct nomination to county officers for now. It notes legislators unlikely to back a strong primary law, yet hopes enough standpatters align with moderate reform and that progressives will support a workable measure.
Former Senator Albert Carpenter resolves to run for Congress in the first district. With many candidates and rising bad blood the district may be known this year as the bloody first.
The Indianola Herald states a plurality primary law will never become Iowa law. The Keokuk Gate City criticizes Gov. Cummins for not knowing Senator Dolliver better.
The Manson Democrat urges Editor Duncombe to stay out of the Cummins political clash. It quotes the Fort Dodge Chronicle advising restraint and warns against encouraging Cummins in a Republican led race. The piece urges Democratic fidelity and daily conduct that would let Duncombe confront Republicans honestly.
Claiming to cure stomach liver kidneys and bowels Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are praised as a universal remedy. The ad links the product to Napoleon's fate and world progress, urging readers to act now for better health and longevity.
The Atlantic Telegraph states it does not doubt the Republican party will be the loser by removing the circle from ballots. The piece frames the move as a political setback and questions its impact on party support.
The Clinton Herald quotes Abe Funk as investigating why he fired in the gubernatorial contest before he had taken aim. The remark frames his reaction to events surrounding the race and his public stance on prior actions.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican argues that Iowa faces a test of party decorum and governance. The question for voters is whether railroads or citizens should steer state policy, with emphasis on the balance of power between industry and the public.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports a sharp clash in the first Iowa district as pro progressive Republicans oppose renewing Editor Waite of the Burlington Hawkeye as postmaster. The dispute centers on local Blythe’s hometown.
The Fontanelle Observer says the Republican Party of Iowa should shed support for the dispute between Albert B. Cummins of Des Moines and Joseph W. Blythe of Burlington, arguing the party must pursue a higher mission.
The Rockwell City Advocate says Senator Dolliver’s endorsement of Mr. Perkins mirrors the paper’s long held views and welcomes this bold expression. It adds that if Iowa names a party tag, the Advocate prefers to be called a Dolliver republican.
The Des Moines Capital notes that Dolliver’s treatment by democratic and independent presses mirrors expectations. It says he faces accusations of insolent interference and insufferable dictation and is warned to keep hands off as parts of Iowa’s delegation draw criticism.
Matt explains his plan to reshape his life and fortune by courting a powerful network, arguing honesty is a bluff used by respectable figures. Sam counters that the crowd shuns him, warning that a mercenary wife would ruin him, while Matt insists he needs the social machine to keep his enterprise running.
Sam laughs at a sharp remark about brains and fairness. He concedes truth in part but insists his plans require patience. The speaker states he will announce when he is ready to begin a round.
The narrator dismisses rumors that he forced Bramwell Ellersly to pressure his daughter into marriage. He insists Ellersly approached him willingly and notes the tale is a malicious, widely held fabrication. The chapter hints at Blacklock's preparation for a coming challenge.
The Burlington Hawkeye reports Zion City near Chicago confronting a severe financial crisis as Overseer Voliva seeks over 250000 from residents to rescue the community from moneylenders. Dowie’s deposition threatens the Zion movement and hints at a shift to normal municipal self-governance.
Mason ic fraternal notices list Iowa Lodge No. 2 A F and A M meet the 61st Tuesday monthly with W M A W Scott and L Johnson as secretary Washington Chapter No 4 R A M convokes second Friday each month led by W M McCoy EB Bf P and L Johnson secretary Webb Council Royal and Select Masters holds third Thursday in Stein's music hall with G D Lezotte and L Johnson recorder De Molay Commandery No 1 EK regular conclave the third Wednesday monthly led by G D Lezotte BE C W H Graff recorder.
A. O. U. W. Eagle Lodge No. 10 holds weekly meetings Thursday at 4 PM in the hall on Second Street. Brethren in good standing are invited to attend. J. W. Robinson is Master Workman, with H. Howe as Recorder and E. H. Dolsen as Financier.
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