City Agencies Listed by Journal for Reader Convenience
The Journal details agencies around the city for readers convenience including East Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine W F Mikschs grocery Oregon street W C A Buschs Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Chaykas Grocery West Hill J H Fuller Grocery with Bell telephones for business and editorial offices.
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East Hill
Hurlbut
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
W. F. Miksch’s
Oregon Street
W. C. A. Busch’s
Hershey Avenue
Kecklervile
Chayka’s
West Hill
J. H. Fuller
Bell
Lesibeee
Mississippi Valley
Erereees
Circulation Statement for Muscatine Journal April 1908
Sworn statement by I F. D. Throop publisher certifies total copies printed and circulated for April 1908. Includes daily and Sunday totals with an annual average, showing distribution figures and verification of press counts.
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Muscatine Journal
Sun
I. F. D. Throop
The
Frisco Gazes Upon the Great Atlantic Fleet Armada Power Tour
Frisco hosts thousands as the Atlantic battleship fleet arrives with the Pacific fleet and torpedo flotilla anchoring in the bay. The city showcases a lesson in a rebuilt metropolis and public resolve against graft while admiring America’s sea power. Citizens recall past victories and witness present naval strength.
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Frisco
Pacific Coast
Uncle Sam
Atlantic
Pacific
America
Conquerors of Peace Pose in Frisco Harbor Fleet
In a beaming view of the naval fleet at San Francisco the speaker praises the ships as protectors of world peace and freedom. He recalls historic wars as battles for liberty and argues the vessels carry messages of goodwill, discipline, and justice for humanity.
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Frisco
Golden Gate
America
South
Learn This One Thing for Today Motto
Des Moines News stresses steady, clear eyed effort over flashy speed in race for success. It calls for quiet, commanding use of inner forces to endure grind and avoid breakdown. Continuous self mastery finishes ahead of bursts of frantic energy.
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Des Moines News
Cummins Administration Receives High Praise From Dolliver
In a Waterloo Courier ad, Senator J P Colliver praised Governor Cummins as a clean able and high minded leader. The piece notes Colliver has not seen any change since then and cites only a few broken promises as not consequential.
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Waterloo
J. P. Colliver
Iowa
Cummins
Commonwealth
Dolliver
Bailey's Full Name Noted With Emphasis on Weldon
The Sioux City Journal highlights Joseph Weldon Bailey and suggests the accent may temporarily fall on the middle name Weldon, clarifying naming emphasis in the report.
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Sioux City Journal
Joseph Weldon Bailey
Western Automobile Push Persists Despite Stock Depression
Iowa Press comments note manufacturers focus on western markets while eastern buyers sell cars as concerns rise over stock. The Cedar Rapids Republican highlights the contrast as the west remains a strong outlet for auto sales.
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Cedar Rapids
Allison and Roosevelt Back a New Navy Program
Senate backing the Allison plan to build two battleships a year for a continuous naval expansion gains praise in Washington. The New York Herald highlights a White House conference and the President’s demand for a firm two ship yearly programme, amid debate over four ships.
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Allison
Senate
Washington
New York Herald
Roosevelt
United States
Great Britain
Senate Naval Committee
Naval Committee
Friends of the Navy
Beveridge
Piles
Flint
Hale
Navy
Congress
Appropriations Committee
United States Navy
The
White House
Washington Herald
Naval Affairs Committee
Aldrich
Reminiscences and timetable notes from Muscatine
A Muscatine Chronicle page recalls a new railway timetable with departures east and west and a noon departure for Columbus City. It reports Capt Phillips running a ferry to Ballard and back, notes wharfage questions, a local Rev Bevans family, exhibition Texas horned frogs at the Muscatine Journal counting room, and listing officers of the Muscatine Water Works company led by President R Musser and secretary J Carskaddan.
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Wilton
Columbus City
Phillips
Ballard’s
Bevans
Texas Horned Frogs
Muscatine Journal
Crossman
Gobble
R. Musser
J. Carskaddan
H. W. Moore
A. Jackson
Samuel Cohn
J. A. Bishop
G. A. Garrettson
L. W. Olds
G. W. Dillaway
Bashaw mare Hattie Swift sold to Chicago buyer for 800
C Weed Esq sells the Bashaw mare Hattie Swift to David Kelley of Chicago for 800 dollars. Personal note: thanks to H K Helm for Virginia papers and a call from Hall, a traveling correspondent from the Dubuque Times.
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C. Weed
Hattie Swift
David Kelley
Chicago
H. K. Helm
Virginia
Hall
Dubuque
Bevans Name Carried On As Family Lodging Noted
In Lettsville on May 7 a new Bevans surname bearer is recorded as another son takes lodging. The May 7 entry marks the continued presence of Bevans in local records, noting the family’s ongoing ties to the area.
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Lettsville
Bevans
Mahin Attends Wilton Funeral Procession
Twenty years ago F W Mahin arrived from Clinton and joined the funeral party for the late James Boydston heading to Wilton. Ed Gobble, son of Mayor Gobble, received a 50 inch American Light champion bicycle as a surprise gift. Mrs F P Howe of Des Moines visits her mother Mrs Brandenburg and brother Ev.
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F. W. Mahin
Clinton
James Boydston
Wilton
Ed. Gobble
Gobble
Mrs. FP. H. Howe
Des Moines
Mrs
C. E. Brandenburg
Luxuries Appeal Persists Despite Tight Budgets
The passage notes continued appetite for luxury goods along with sufficient funds to purchase them. It suggests households retain disposable income and desire for nonessential items despite broader financial constraints.
Rival Senators Clash in Colorful Harsh Debate
Marion Register notes Senator Davis of Arkansas delivering sharp attacks that outshine Senator Tillman who previously led the field. Davenport Times adds that Congress figures Roosevelt will not be quiet for long despite his strong stance and influence.
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Marion Register
Billingsgate
Davis
Arkansas
Tillman
May Brings Small Encouragement to Spring Poets
The passage notes a bright side as May offers gentle cheer to spring poets, with gentle encouragement helping creative writing bloom amid the season's growth.
Moscow Township Republicans Choose Delegates at May Meeting
The Moscow Township Republican meeting set for 8 oclock Saturday evening May 9 will select five delegates to the county convention and a township committeeman to be voted on at the primary. S. M. Hoskins, Committeeman.
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Moscow Township
S. M. Hoskins
Hospital ship Relief sails through storm unscathed
The hospital ship Relief, commanded by a medical officer, braved the storm with no injuries and no damage to the yard arm bones, according to reports.
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Sioux City
Relief
Bid Notice for Ten Ant House and Jail Fence
Sealed bids due by 12 noon on Monday May 18 1908 at the County Auditor's office for the purchase of the Ten ant House on the jail lot and for the jail fence. The board may reject any or all bids. A S Lawrence County Auditor.
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A. S. Lawrence
Willard H Torbert Praises Speech Skills in Town Remarks
The Marshalltown Times-Tribune notes Willard H Torbert delivering remarks with surprising flair and enjoyment, remarking on his newfound reputation as a lively speechifier during a local event.
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Marshalltown
ZillaAn Gold Medal Flour Made On Honor
ZillaAn Gold Medal Flour is presented as a product made on honor. The claim emphasizes quality and trust in its branding and production.
The Iron Lord A Story of the Mines
A Crockett tale set in mine country follows workers and leaders amid danger and rumor. The narrative traces a struggle for power and survival, revealing the harsh life and stubborn grit of miners and the communities around them.
Gorm Castle's Quiet Lords and a Dramatic Night Ride
Jacob Romer, newly entangled with the genteel landholders of the Gorm estates, shifts his life toward Miss Georgiana Bunny as his wife Caroline, worn by poverty, leads their daughter Vida toward a cliffside plunge until Dr. Hubert Salveson intervenes aboard a hooded carriage.
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Jacob Romer
Gorm Castle
Gorm
Jacob
Georgiana Bunny
Bulleigh Bunny
Georgiana
Sir Bunny
Wood Green
Wood Green Waste
Vida
Caroline Romer
Vida Romer
Caroline
Ryan Street
Chillingham High Cliff
Clinton Line
Hubert Salveson
Thorsby
ZEMO Promises Cure for Eczema and Pimples
A vintage advertisement claims ZEMO externally cures eczema and pimples by drawing germs to the skin surface and destroying them. It invites readers to request a sample from E. W. Rose Med. Co. of St. Louis and notes retailers including A. W. Morgan at 107 West Second Street.
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ZEMO
E. W. Rose Med. Co
St. Louis
A. W. Morgan
West Second Street
Constipation Cure Promoted By Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
A public notice extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as the best long term cure for constipation. It warns against harsh laxatives and urges readers to use the product, noting Mrs. Knight of Bellview Tennessee endorses it after years of failed remedies. Bottles priced 50 cents and 1 dollar are sold at drug stores with a guarantee.
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Knight
Bellview
Tenn
Dr. Caldwell
Mysterious Rescue Near Lighthouse Cliff
Hubert Salveson pursues a drifting white dress over a lighthouse cliff. He lowers himself along rocky ledges and discovers a huddled figure on a lower ledge, lifting Mrs. Romer beyond his reach as Vida searches for help. The scene ends with a call for assistance and a cliffside peril.
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Hubert Salveson
Vida
Mrs. Romer
Electric Bitters Proclaimed Cure for Malaria and Liver Kidney Trouble
A fierce attack of malaria liver derangement and kidney trouble is claimed to be easily cured by Electric Bitters, guaranteed remedy. 50c. Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
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Havercamp
Sweetland News Notes May 8 Day birth and social items
Born to Mr and Mrs A N Day a daughter on Sunday May 3. C P Teeples Wilton caller. Ed Davis rented Fairport house and lot. Ernest Pace family visited E Y Pace family. Ladies Aid and W F M met at parsonage. Anna Van Camp Muscatine visited Norcross. A large cantata The Shepherd Boy by Rev Olander and New Era choir at M E church. Emma Cooling Wilton visiting. Henry Litka O Brien county visiting Wedekind family. Herman Jarr Wilton city caller. Shellabarger sheared sheep for W E Martin. Nellie Irwin recovering from illness. Geo B Jackson Muscatine visitors. Covell family Sunday at McGillivary home. Belle Taylor Muscatine visit. Burnside piano donated to M E church.
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Sweetland
A. N. Day
C. P. Teeples
Wilton
Ed. Davis
Fairport
Ernest Pace
E. Y. Pace
Ladies’ Aid
Jordan
Anna van Camp
Muscatine
Norcross
Davis
Joe Clapper
Grandma Davis
Wedekind
Henry and
Fritz
Albert Wedekind
Charles McMurphy
Shepherd Boy
Olander
New Era
M. E
Emma Cooling
J.C. Wood
Henry Litka
O’brien County
Iowa
Herman Jarr
Shellabarger
M. E. Ihurch
G A K MhAvYy LAR bis Shelby Nukman Pudi 241
A fragment notes a meeting schedule for a group at G A K Dall Las DeCONG sites Vig iting weavers. Names J d Abuurve, Gus Schmidt, and an adjutant are mentioned in a garbled civic fray.
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G. A. K. MhAvYy Lar
Shelby Nukman Pudi
G. A. K. Dall
J. d. Abuurve
Gus. Schmidt
Adjutant. Aon
Elks Lodge Meeting Notice Muscatine Iowa
Bb Belks Muscatine Lodge No 504 B P O Elks holds weekly meetings Mondays at 8 PM at Elks Hall 1727 Iown avenue over Cook Musser Bank. Wm J Watson Exalted Ruler John YP Breen Secretary welcome to visiting Liks.
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L. P. Loomis
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Gulver
Lue Lee
Sylus Cale
Dacmver
Iowa Lveining Press
Apsociatico
Mepreschials Cs
New York
Umceu
Monolith
Come & Aduawell
Chicago Oolice
Marquette
Kayue & Young
Daily Journal
F. D. Throop
Muscatine Co
State of Lowa
F. L. Bihlmeier
A.W. Chase
A.w.chase
Davenport
the Iron Lord
S. R. Crockett
Havercamp’s
Society
A. F
A. M
ER. P. Ingham
W. M. S. L. Johnson
B. A M
A. E. Othmer
L. Johnson
Webb Council of Royal and Select Masters
Stein
G. D. Lezotte
T. L M
DE Molay Commandery No. 1
EK. T
I. O. R. M. Musquitine Tribe No
H. G. Thompson
Lester Smith
Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
H. F. Bodman
Second
Chestnut Streets
Q. T. Howard
Ek. P. Day
Romona Council
Maccabee Hall
Amelia Y . Pocahontas
Martha Becke
M. W
A. Muscatine Camp
Woodmen of America
Woodmen Hall
Olds’ Block
J. C. Coster
J. A. Leyda
Bankers Reserve
Woodman Hall
Wm. Appel
C. H. Lemkau
Charlies Lockwood
M. B. A. Bend City
Modern Brotherhood of America
K. of P
E. H. Bing
Chas. Ryan
Woodbine Camp
Royal Neighbors OF America
Luma d Hoelllin
Kate Parvin
Myrtie Kirk
Iowa Legion OF Honor
Ivol
Argus Lodge Sonl
Maccaoee Tall Ob Lawa Avenue
CULKL
Hunuk
Wovulmiau Lab
Webbers
Atend
H. G. Schoenig
Bagie Lodge
Vuubar
Urs
M. FP. Goff
L. EL Alkens, W. P
Bro
Muscatine Homestead
Brotherhood of
Ana Jean
Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming
Lovdge No
K. of Oe
K. Po
Iowa Avenue
F. W. McDougal
C. c. F. L. Biblmeier
K. of K
Jscatine Castle
Woodmeg Hall
Tae Cordin
Hbs
Fred Leiter
M. Ww
Howe
H. Dolsen
Oo. E. &. Electa
Letta Shafer
W. Yn
August Othmer
Sec’y
Banner Lodge
Pythian Hall
Wayie Niebling
Mary Crouch
Gussie Mull
Cook, Musser & CO
State Bank and Trust CO
Capital
P. M. Musser
Ed. C. Cook
B. Cook
First National Bank
G. Stein
D. V. Jackson
S. M. Hughes
S. G. Stein
J. R. Reuling
W. E. Bliven
F. P. Sawyer
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