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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1902
Page
3
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Gen G M Dodge veteran Iowa man spoke in New York defending U S army tactics in the Philippines. He contrasted Civil War cruelties with modern conduct and urged citizens to support the army, citing alleged wartime atrocities by Union and Confederate forces and praising humane behavior of current troops.
The Clinton Age sees a gain from the Charles A. Welsh interview and calls it a step forward for Walsh not to insist on a 1904 Democrat as a 16 to 1 man. The Davenport Democrat notes Walsh’s speaking style but criticizes his political discernment and leadership failures. The Iowa City Republican adds that Walsh’s ruling spirit remains strong in political death.
Ali Reed of Muscatine, a known Iowa populist figure, seized his printing office from Pointer after Pointer printed an obscene advertising card. A fight followed until police intervened and Reed filed a criminal complaint with the grand jury. Pointer formerly published the Des Moines Gazette.
The Chicago Tribune notes that Bryan is a powerful factor in his party and jokes that only one man could fully satisfy his approval as the 1994 Democratic nominee. The piece quotes Proverbs to suggest continued foolishness despite effort.
The Muscatine Journal reports concern among Muscatine teachers as the Muscatine Journal investigates alleged problematic influence. The item signals local education media scrutiny and potential school staff controversy during a period of scrutiny.
The Missouri based publication notes it will not mix Sunday sermons with wholesale liquor advertisements, signaling a clear editorial stance against such combined content in the same issue. The stance emphasizes the paper’s separation of religious or moral content from commercial alcohol promotions.
Rev H H Fairall has for twenty years conducted the Iowa Methodist at Iowa City one of the best religious periodicals in the west.
The Davenport Republican denounces reports of GOP opposition to Captain Rumple’s renomination as unfounded and asserts the party will renominate him by acclamation in the river counties.
J. H. Jackson of Boone retires on full pay after serving as a locomotive engineer since 1866. The Northwestern Railway is praised for its generous retirement treatment of long serving staff.
Secretary Wesley Greene of the state horticultural society reports a destructive saw fly stripping strawberry vines. He urges spraying the vines with helibore or Paris green to curb the damage.
Mariners worry about recent volcanic eruptions near coastlines creating new hazards and reshaping the sea bed. The changes may require fresh hydrographic surveys to map dangerous reefs and adjust vessel routes.
Columbus Junction plans a week long Chautauqua with several attractions already contracted and more under consideration. Prominent townspeople actively support the event aiming for success in every detail.
Governor Cummins weighs calling an extra legislature session to fund rebuilding the burned school for the deaf in Council Bluffs. The board of control has about 35000 in provisional funds. about 37500 more is needed to build and equip three buildings, leaving no reserve for other emergencies.
The story follows Hans Albert the famed violinist visiting Ottumwa. After getting drunk on a local mixer he ends up in a silk lined coffin at an undertaker’s shop. He awakens and vows to renounce alcohol and sleep in living beds henceforth.
Jake Weibly of Mt Pleasant Iowa gained notice for his role as a student in the Grand Chaperons show. A former fearless right guard at Iowa Wesleyan, he built a fan base through singing in Chicago and New York with Florodora before joining the Chaperons this season.
Dodge Moore confirms the claim that his brother worked as a skipper for a bank while discussing a merchant context.
Shakespeare lovers will see The Taming of the Shrew at the Grand on May 16 with Charles Hanford headlining. The production promises elaborate scenery and a strong supporting cast led by Marie Drofuah and Owen Fawcett. Critics praise Hanford’s Petruchio and his insightful blank verse delivery.
The piece questions what will drop in the Rock Island station matter amid crowd reactions at Weed Park. It suggests Muscatine will miss the new long distance line and criticizes small criticisms of the current council as a “measly shame.”
Local ice cream and soda water vendors are requested to gather in the alley to discuss their views on the current spell of cool weather impacting business. Community merchants voice concern and seek guidance from city officials.
A whimsical scene describes gravel paths benches and flower beds around the courthouse square, portraying a pleasant dreamlike stroll through a civic space. The prose paints calm imagery and urban greenery in a lyrical tone.
A local quip notes that smelling of moth balls does not prove wrongdoing, suggesting the odor comes from storing winter underwear early and should not arouse suspicion.
State papers give Muscatine extra notoriety as coverage of the Noble trial expands.
Muscatine audiences at the Grand Monday and Wednesday evenings presented a fine looking crowd, reflecting the town's cultured social scene and enthusiasm for local events.
The Chaperons manager faced lodging troubles last week but Muscatine reports show the female portion of the troupe securing stopping places with a life time limit on their stay, signaling a dramatic shift in accommodations.
The Des Moines Capital notes that the Democratic Party is free to oppose military actions in the Philippines if they choose to. It adds the Republican Party has historically done well when challenging Democrats on war policy.
The Sioux City market yesterday posted an average hog price of 6.96 dollars, a nine year high. The writer hints the person behind the hog may influence the meat price trend.
Josh Edgar of Germantown Cal says fourteen years of sciatic rheumatism left him around but in constant pain. After trying many remedies he used Chamberlains Pain Balm and was quickly relieved and cured, with no return. The product is sold by all druggists.
Witness Dick Robshaw described the night of the shooting in Muscatine in detail, including seeing Noble’s hat with blood on it and Noble firing at Tom Morgan. John Morgan testified Morgan died from a gunshot wound to the abdomen after Noble’s alleged threats and visit to the saloon.
The Traveler's Guide lists vestibule trains Nos. 11 and 12 between Chicago and Denver via Kansas City or St. Joseph, Nos. 15 and 16 via Kansas City only, Nos. 7 8 85 86 daily except Sunday, Nos. 7 and Snow to Evans, Nos. 15 and 15 daily except Sunday, and Nos. 29 30 daily through to Kansas City piano City of Mexico and California.
Timetable details the daily and weekend south and north bound trains from Muscatine and surrounding towns. It lists departure and arrival times from Muscatine Roundhouse Fruitland Grandview Wapello Elrick Junction and connections with B C R N Iowa Central and other lines. It notes April start, sun exceptions, and special Saturday/Monday adjustments.
The Iowa Central timetable shows northbound trains No. 3 St. Paul Express at 8 10 p m No 5 Mason City Mail Sundays 11 59 a m and No 25 Way Freight Sundays 10 05 a m Southbound trains include No 6 Peoria Mall Sundays 2 45 p m No 4 Peoria Express daily 5 36 a m and No 16 Way Freight Sundays 1 50 p m Coupon Tickets valid to the United States Canada and Mexico with rates and folders from Geo S Batty Marshalltown IA and C L Seevers Elerric Junction IA
The steamers Helen and W J Young 1JR run on Monday Wednesday and Friday with 6 50 a m and 7 pm departures respectively. Sunday service is at 7 am for the Helen route.
The testimony shows Noble was searched for while officials used calls telegraphs and notices to spread descriptions nationwide. On cross examination the witness said he assumed office January 6 and claimed no prior acquaintance with Noble before the arrest. Court adjourned around 5 30 for the day.
Advertises affordable lodging near Spirit Lake with a transfer bus meeting B C N trains to The Inn Arnold's Park and to Manhattan Beach for free shuttle service. Promises a free booklet on Spirit and Okoboji Lakes including Iowa Minnesota game laws.
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