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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1901
Page
3
Postal notice lists second class matter at Muscatine post office and details annual rates for daily and semi weekly delivery. Carrier delivery collected weekly with payables on Tuesdays and Fridays at advance price 0.50 for 20.
A Republican delegate convention for Iowa will be held in Cedarpids on Wednesday August 7 1901 at 11 a m to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Judge of the Supreme Court Superintendent of Public Instruction Railroad Commissioner and other business. All Republican voters are invited to unite for delegates and representation will be as follows.
The Journal notes exemptions from property tax under paragraph seven of section 1404 of the new code. It states widows of Union soldiers or sailors who died in service are entitled to a homestead exemption up to 860 dollars, and disabled veterans may claim up to 800 dollars, with other real estate deductible from the exemption. Living soldiers must have their claim noted on the assessment roll and may be reversed by the board of review.
The Journal copies from Iowa code section 5040 provisions on Sunday conduct. Persons found on the first day of the week engaged in carrying firearms dancing hunting shooting or disturbing worship or labor may be fined one to five dollars and jailed until fines and costs are paid. Exceptions cover Seventh Day observers travelers and toll keepers from penalties.
An eminent clergyman warns that continued Sabbath desecration may force working men to labor on Sundays like other days, without additional pay. He cites observed social trends and the potential loss of rest for laborers.
A debate heated by workers who fear Sabbath law repeal favors scheming groups claiming laborers crave more Sunday recreation. Proponents argue for tightened Sabbath standards while unions warn of reduced protections for workers.
The Des Moines Capital and others condemn a visiting Russian exile sermonizing on anarchy in Chicago. The piece denounces local self government for liquor laws as direct anarchy, attacks figures like David Brant, and urges newspapers nationwide to print the warning in capitals.
The piece critiques US expansionism and moral questions of national loyalty. It questions defending war and reflects on democracy, taxation for schools, and the role of politicians versus statesmen. It references Anglo Saxon assumed divine decree and centennial constitutional symbolism. It ends with a query on the railroad problem and political distinction.
Geo. E. Cary editor of the Guide Washington Va recounts a severe ankle sprain. He notes success with Chamberlains Pain Balm after other medicines failed and reports quick relief and complete recovery. He also mentions frost bitten feet in his family improving with the remedy. Sold by J J Havercamp and W C A Busch druggists.
The article details preparations for McKinley’s long pacific coast tour by special train. It covers route planning across railroads, itinerary drafting, audience management, culinary logistics, and the role of Cortelyou and railway officials. It notes the unique transit of government functions on the moving capital and extensive communications setup.
Hillsdale NL April 29. William Marks, long dying of kidney disease, improves after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. Doctors and out of town physicians declared it hopeless, but the remedy allegedly cures Brights, Diabetes, and Dropsy in reported cases, prompting local astonishment.
An old ad promotes Bromo Quinine tablets as a quick remedy for colds with a laxative effect priced at 35 cents.
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