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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1902

Page

2

Rathbone convention in Wellman Iowa attracts crowds

May 22 report says Rathbone convention drew many delegates and locals enjoyed a fine event. A kerosene lamp filled with gasoline caused a flare up quickly contained by a quick responder. Wells are being drilled in the park with two wells already 71 feet deep yielding 40 gallons per minute of clear water.

Wellman Iowa Rathbone King Minneapolis National Baptists Convention Nellie Carr C. C. Gardner West Chester Des Moines Nellie

Burlington officials refute rumor of new trunk line

Ottumwa May 22 J J Hill rail magnate and Burlington controller with C E Perkins and other officials inspect Iowa lines. They deny any plan to form a new trunk line from Keithsburg through Oska loosa to Council Bluffs and Omaha saying the Iowa Central lines have not been purchased and such talk is absurd. The Burlington will in the near future.

Burlington Road Harris Burlington

Renowned Doctor Promises Kidney and Backache Cure

An advertisement urges readers not to be discouraged and to consult Dr. Fenner for a free consultation. It claims his Kidney and Backache Cure treated eight months of backache and rheumatism with success, citing H. Waters of Hamlet, New York as a testimonial. The note also mentions starting work on a standard gauge track between Burlington and Oskaloosa.

Dr. Fenner H. Waters Hamlet N. Y Burlington Oskaloosa

Baseball and track results and upcoming games across leagues

In the American League and National League scores on Wednesday the Cubs, Red Sox, Phillies, and others posted wins while several American and National League matchups are listed for today. The Three-Eye League saw Rock Island beat Bloomington in twelve innings and Evansville defeat Cedar Rapids. The Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Association hosts a state field meet Friday with seventeen events, awarding five points for first, two for second, and one for third, with 40 points likely to win.

Chicago Boston Philadelphia Cleveland Detroit Baltimore Washington St. Louis Brooklyn Cincinnati New York Pittsburg Rock Island Bloomington Evansville Cedar Rapids Rockford Decatur Davenport

Not Discontinued

A dialogue on schooling during a hockey game reveals expectations about attendance. The exchange contrasts student participation in sports with school disruption, highlighting cultural attitudes toward athletics and education in a community.

Historic banter over a gifted cigar ends in laughter

A playful exchange recalls a gift cigar controversy where a speaker argues the label should be ignored, framing the cigar as a freebie. The moment highlights humor and colloquial speech from the past without graphic details.

Iowa Commencement Plans Feature Circus Tent

The 1902 University of Iowa commencement runs June 6 to 11 with many exercises in a circus tent. Highlights include a June 11 address by Booker T. Washington, Phi Beta Kappa by Josiah Royce, and a Governor’s battalion review at the old capitol.

Iowa City Ila University of Iowa George E. MacLean Senate Board Iowa Booker T. Washington Hall of Liberal Arts Theodore N. Morrison Old Capitol University W. O. Coast Minnehaha Board of Regents Phi Beta Kappa Josiah Royce Harvard University G. E. MacLean Law Tuskega Ala A. B. Cummins

Iowa Bankers Gather for Sixteenth State Meeting

Des Moines reports the Iowa Bankers association begins its sixteenth annual convention at Foster's opera house with about 300 delegates expected. Attendance has grown since 1887 when 69 registered. last year in Cedar Rapids 272 attendees, and this year’s turnout is anticipated to surpass that total.

Des Moines Iowa Bankers’ Association Foster's Opera House Cedar Rapids

Infernal machine found in Tipton street

Wm Makems on picked up a device in Tipton near Hob stetter's shop that resembled a dangerous infernal machine. Approximately eight inches long in three gas pipe sections with percussion caps on each end contained gun cotton. Investigators and Marshal Clark decided to bury the contrivance without testing its explosive power.

Tipton Wm. Makemson Hobstetter Clark

John Hallinan Found Dead After Prolonged Spree

John Hallinan a 56 year old stone cutter and longtime Mt Pleasant resident was found dead in the woods near the old park house. Decomposition suggested he had been dead at least twenty four hours and likely longer with no marks of violence or evidence of foul play.

Mt. Pleasant John Hallinan Old Park House

To Cure a Cold in One Day Take Laxative Bromo Quinine

A historical drug ad promises a one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes a money back refund if it fails and credits E W Grove’s signature on each box. The price is 25 cents.

Shiloh S. C. Wertis & Co le Roy N. Y E. W. Grove

Every man ought to make an allowance for his wife

Editorial note asserts that husbands should provide fair financial support and consideration to their spouses as a social duty and moral norm. The remark reflects traditional domestic expectations within the era.

For Sale or Rent McAlister Homestead on River View

The McAlister homestead at 900 West Fourth Street is for sale at a reasonable price and terms. It sits on the street car line near the river and island, closer to the business center than Mulberry hill’s foot. L. G. Burnett at Hershey State Bank handles inquiries.

McAlister West Fourth Street Mulberry Hill L. G. Burnett Hershey State Bank

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