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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1902
Page
4
Local notes report visits and travels of residents from Nichols, San Francisco, Creston, Colfax and Chicago. Church and club meetings cover First M. F. church, Mothers' Club, W. A. C. delegates, and upcoming department convention in Des Moines. Police warn on train jumping as a new city homecarriers union forms with 14 members and plans growth.
Notice to contractors in Muscatine dated May 3 1902 seeks sealed proposals for a four room addition to the Musserville school building. Plans and specifications are on file with Architect Zeidler at 107 West Second Street. Bids accepted until 2 pm May 16 1902. Board may reject any or all bids.
Thomas Irvine of St Paul who recently returned from California pledged $10 000 to the Muscatine Y M C A fund if $30 000 is raised toward a $40 000 building. He visited Muscatine Saturday and plans to support the campaign, after previously offering one sixth last winter.
The Muscatine Musical Union orchestra with 23 members led by Prof. Chas. Grade performs next Monday evening at the Grand Opera House. Tickets cost 50 cents with two popular artists Miss Laura Musser and Mrs. R. S. Cook. Boxes sold at special prices, event viewed as a social highlight and a boon to local culture.
Prof Theodore Rudolph Reese of Davenport arrived to drill the local Maenner chor as they prepare to attend the Peoria Saengerfest set for June 19 to 22. Thirty one singers from Muscatine will join a regional gathering of 64 societies and 2 400 members with a 150 male voice and 350 female voice chorus plus 600 children for the Peoria event.
A wall paper trimming guessing contest ends with 10 504 yards actual total. Winner W B Fuller guessed 10 920 yards among about 400 entries. The event drew wide interest and highlighted the firm’s large wallpaper business in the city.
City leaders and business interests on Iowa Avenue push for one or more band concerts to brighten evenings on the avenue. Merchants support the plan, predicting it will draw people downtown and boost business as Muscatine becomes more lit and lively. An expanded promenade may emerge if concerts start, making the avenue a premier evening destination.
Manila reports the Twenty-fifth battery and Twenty-seventh infantry under Col Baldwin seized the strongest fort at Datto Bay after a fierce fight. Eighty-four Moros surrendered, including leaders Sultans Panta patan and Rajamuda and Datto Bayan. American losses included Lt Bovars and seven enlisted men killed and Captain Moore, Lt Joss man, Surgeon Major Porter, another officer, and thirty-seven men wounded.
Residents around Oak and Ninth streets report flowers torn up from yards. J. C. Coster says his yard plants were pulled by roots last night, with others noting similar vandalism. Police alerted. residents warn further incidents could lead to trouble.
Mrs Catherine Seffel pleaded guilty to aiding the Bibble brothers to escape from jail in Pittsburg. Sentence was deferred until Saturday.
Washington May 5. The senate today passed Cockrells amendment to the sundry civil appropriation bill providing for the postponement of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition to 1904.
Grinnell won the Saturday track meet against Coe with a score of 93 to 14. Leading sprinters on both teams were unable to run.
Passenger advertising notes low fare deals from the Great Rock Island Route to California with through tourist sleepers via El Paso. Applies to North Pacific coast, Salt Lake City, Ogden Utah, Helena and Butte Montana. On sale March 1 to April 30, 1902. Inquiries at the C R L P ticket office. G. M. Gould, Agent.
The Journal offers H W Lewis Picturesque Muscatine at 15 cents to new subscribers who commit to three months and to existing subscribers paying two months in advance. Remaining copies are limited and first come, first served. Stop in the office tonight to secure yours or discuss special arrangements for multiple copies.
A listing of performances at the Grand shows a run of shows from Monday the 5th to Friday the 16th. Featured titles include The Plunger Roanoks The Princes of Patches The Circus Girl The Fishermans Daughter The Winning Hand The Hand of Man Musical Union Orchestra Old Arkansaw The Chaperons and The Taming of the Shrew with Chas Handford.
The notice lists numerous upcoming meetings and conventions with very low or very low excursion rates offered by the Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern Railway. Locations include Denver Seattle Minneapolis San Francisco and more with dates ranging May through August and organizations such as the National Educational Association and Ancient Order of Hibernians.
Mrs Jenkyns reports Mrs Keetong plans a private production of King Lear. Mrs New Rich scorns the affair and questions the male lead’s royal claim, sparking gossip in Tit Bits.
In a witty exchange, Bunting praises Barlow’s great physical endurance while Gargoyle quips that the man has the constitution of a debutante. The Bazar-style dialogue captures a playful contrast in views.
A joking exchange notes Moike has secured a government position while Mrs. Flynn and Mrs. Casey question his activity. The line “Moike ain’t doin’ annything” is contrasted with the claim of employment.
A Colorado camping guide by Jno. Sebastian, general passenger agent of the Great Rock Island route in Chicago, promises inexpensive, pleasant outings with details on locations, gear, and costs. Free Colorado literature will be sent upon request.
A Chicago Herald remark notes Scaddington’s ascent from humble beginnings as a bootblack to his current status, with his wife angered by his boasting of starting at the foot and climbing up.
A Life magazine quotation compares engagement to cashing a government bond coupon, with a witty exchange about wealth and affection. The remark frames romance in terms of value and return, suggesting a humorous, satirical take on social climbing and financial symbolism.
A Western judge questions whether the jury has reached a verdict as foreman, bearing a broken nose and black eye, says he does not know yet while most jurors remain unable to speak.
The Washington Star quotes Senator Sorghum when asked how he will proceed after public life. He candidly replies he intends to enter politics again, signaling a return to public service.
A light exchange notes hats and matinee prices as Mrs Crawford argues that even a dollar buys no decent seat, signaling the era’s value on entertainment costs and access. The brief dialogue implies crowding at performances and the practicality of watching for cost.
The Iowa Central extends sale of one way settlers tickets to Minnesota and the Dakotas to April 5 and 29 due to March storms and travel delays. For details contact your local railroad agent or Geo. S. Batty, G. P. & T. A., Marshalltown Iowa.
A Chicago News quote captures a kind old woman giving a nickel to a weary tramp who laments a lifetime of drought and hardship. The exchange highlights enduring poverty and compassion during tough times.
In Brooklyn Life a host apologizes to a colonel and explains he never serves wine when his children are present. The colonel replies with a preference for whisky and water, signaling a simple, humorous domestic moment.
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