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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1907
Page
3
Daily Journal and Semi Weekly Journal Subscription Rates
Terms to Subscribers. The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday. The Semi Weekly Journal is issued 10 pages Tuesday and 8 pages Friday nights. Daily delivery in the city by carrier and collected for weekly 10 cents per week. Daily, one year, by ad. 6. a. iv $23.00 Semi-Weekly, one year . . 1.50
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Daily Journal
City Agencies Listed For Reader Convenience
Journal Agencies outlines local services around the city including Fast Till, Clay Kneese Grocery on East 2nd Street, South Muscatine, Morse Washburn's Grocery by the end of the street car track, W. C. A. Busch's Drug Store, Hershey awanua agvruuvur, Keecklerville, Chayka's Grocery, West Hill, and Sharrar's Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fast Till
Clay Kneese
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
Morse Washburn's
W. C. A. Busch
Hershey Awanua
Mississippi Telephones Editorial Note Mentioned
A terse bulletin from the Business office and Editorial office notes Mississippi telephone matters. The Valley reference points to a local area contingent, with unclear specifics about personnel or actions.
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Mississippi Telephones
Valley
Rell
Hell
Poor Little Alfonso Prince of Asturias Is Christened
The heir to the Spanish throne, Alfonso Pio Christino Eduardo Francisco Guellermo Carlos Enrique Fernando Antonio, is christened and titled prince of the Asturias. A Kansas City Journal critique notes the baby's future isolation from ordinary childhood pleasures due to royal upbringing.
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Alfonso Pio Christino
Eduardo Francisco Guellermo
Carlos Enrique Fernando Antonio
Prince of the Asturias
Alfonso
Kansas City Journal
Poyheod
Old
Madrid
Being a Boy and Its Simple Joys in Youth
An affectionate reminiscence celebrates boyhood moments from playgrounds to creek dives. It contrasts carefree days with adulthood, invoking Alfonso and neighborhood scenes, noting a boy’s longing for games, red skinned shirts, and roughhousing as the essence of youth.
Lessons From Wheat Boom Profits Across the Market
The papers recount fortunes made by those who bet on the wheat surge while noting that every winner’s gains came at another’s loss. The moral warns against risking money you cannot afford to lose.
Wisconsin Senator-Elect Seen As Polarizing Figure
The newly elected Wisconsin senator is described as not a statesman yet may prove effective. Observers note his strong support for La Follette and his methods could help with some voters while weakening his standing with others.
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Wisconsin
la Follette
Democrats Must Activate Early In Presidential Campaign
The piece urges the Democratic Party to wake up and enter the next presidential campaign now or risk being sidelined as the process unfolds. It notes that in good times politics receives attention while business thrives, allowing more time to devote to political strategy.
Judge’s ruling hints at oil firms’ price hike parity
The remark by Judge Land suggests that if fines against the furniture manufacturers association set a benchmark, Standard Oil would need roughly three price increases to break even after the judge's decision. This implies substantial penalties could drive long term price shifts.
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Furniture Manufacturers Association
Standard Oil
Legislature Enacts Gopher Bounty Law
Lawmakers approved a bounty on gophers and the measure will take effect on Ju. The move aims to curb pest damage and support farmers, with the new policy set to begin this coming Ju.
Reminiscences and town notes from Muscatine
Returned John McCloud brother of Sheriff D G McCloud arrives after years in California. Weed's Block gains finishing touches with a novel projecting awning. Lent's circus appears on the levee with organ grinders and a dancing women in street thirst for gingerbread. Elijah Baker senior father of R M Baker dies of pneumonia at 76 years.
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John McCloud
D. G. McCloud
California
Weed
C. Weed
Lent’s Circus
Attack at Pappoose creek bridge near Second street
A man named Bell attacked Mr Jau Bard near Pappoose creek bridge on Second street this forenoon. Bystanders stopped the quarrel after Bell dealt two or three harmless blows.
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Bell
Jau Bard
Pappoose Creek Bridge
Second Street
Old friend chosen by Mr. Coverdale for Gallipolis man
A letter to Jos. Morrison informs that his old friend James Harmon of Gallipolis Ohio has been selected by Mr. Coverdale for a position or task. The notice implies a formal appointment or recognition connected to Harmon and Coverdale.
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Jos. Morrison
James Harmon
Gallipolis
Ohio
Coverdale
4th The prudent farmer will preserve his gophers until after that day
The fragment states a farmer should preserve gophers until after a specified day. No additional context or names are provided.
Nebraska Woman Captures Burglar Then Marries Him
The Gate City notes a Nebraska woman captured a burglar and subsequently married him, remarking that there are many ways to drive this class of people to keep away from the state.
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Nebraska
Brother Bryan on origins versus destination
Brother Bryan states it matters more where a man is headed than where he comes from, a view he extends beyond politics to broader life.
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Bryan
Cummins Sees 1908 Fight Over Platform, Not Nomination
Gov Cummins says the real 1908 battle will be over the platform, a view Hartley Journal notes may hold wisdom if aimed at the national Republican platform but warns the platform is minor compared with a personal nomination at stake.
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Cummins
National Republican
The
Hartley Journal
Governor Cummins and Allison Senate Succession Debate
The Cedar Rapids Republican is likened to prophesying Cummins will not run for Senator Allison's seat. The Enterprise notes the governor has signaled willingness to succeed Doliver if elected by the legislature, and questions whether he would feel the same about the Allison succession.
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Coon Rapids Enterprise
Cedar Rapids Republican
Cummins
Allison
Dolliver
Enterprise
Bryan Likely Nominated to Lead Democrats in 1932
The Waterloo Courier predicts Brother Bryan will be the Democratic nominee to head the 1932 campaign while urging Republicans to decide if he can be a strong challenger to Rooseveltism. It warns that abandoning Rooseveltism could doom GOP chances with Bryan as the opposition.
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Brother Bryan
Waterloo Courier
Iowa Republicans Urged to Brace for Guerrilla Warfare
The Des Moines Capital cites the Webster City Freeman-Tribune warning Iowa Republicans to stay alert for guerilla warfare likened to the progressive push against Senator Allison, the senior U.S. senator from the state.
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Des Moines
Webster City
Freeman-Tribune
Allison
Iowa
Eagle Grove Eagle Calls Unity on Iowa Presidency
The Eagle Grove Eagle urges readers to unite over the presidential question in Iowa and rejects insinuations that opponents seek to exploit welfare for political gain. The tone favors civility and discourages ad hominem accusations.
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Iowa
Eagle Grove
Emmetsburg Reporter notes GOP stance on Cummings
The Emmetsburg Reporter notes Republicans who opposed Cummings last year will oppose him again, labeling former allies as “corporation tools” with memories. The line signals continued political friction in the local scene.
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Emmetsburg
Neck of the Woods
Cummins
Corporation Tools
President Roosevelt Quoted on Dreams and Daydreams
Roosevelt is quoted saying he has had no dreams since childhood while the Cedar Rapids Republican suggests some people think he has had violent day dreams. The remark appears in a political commentary reflecting on the president's imagination and public perception.
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Roosevelt
Cedar Rapids
Speculators Clash in Chicago Wheat Pit Over Margin Rise
The wheat pit at Chicago is lively as speculators trade amid demands for 25 to 30 percent more money from traders. Officials warn of volatility and potential margin squeezes affecting market liquidity.
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Chicago
Marriage of Miss Mabel Mahin to Louis Wells Donnalley
Ten years ago last evening at 8 o'clock the marriage of Miss Mabel Mahin to Louis Wells Donnalley of Rochester New York was celebrated at the bride's parents home 513 West Second Mr and Mrs John Brier live on Muscatine Island mourn the death of their infant child from cholera infantum. The memorial sermon will be preached by Mr Fowler at the First Baptist church next Sunday morning on The Single Hearted Patriots.
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Mabel Mahin
Louis Wells Donnalley
Rochester
N. Y
West Second Street
John Brier
Muscatine Island
Fowler
First Baptist Church
Knoxville Journal Comments On Bull Market Joke
A Knoxville Journal remark notes that the bull market joke is not appreciated, reflecting editorial stance on market humor. The brief comment captures the paper's skeptical tone toward financial humor amid market strength.
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Knoxville Journal
Secretary Taft Noted for Ohio Roots in Newspaper Opinion
The Mt Vernon Hawkeye remarks that Taft may hail from Ohio yet many readers fail to see any presidential timber in his direction. The comment reflects partisan views and local editorial voice on leadership qualities and national future.
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Taft
Ohio
Mt. Vernon
Cedar Falls Gazette Forecasts Shortening Days Ahead
The Cedar Falls Gazette notes days will begin to shorten in about a month and warns that fall weather will arrive before summer has been fully enjoyed.
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The
Cedar Falls Gazette
Biennial Elections Highlighted By Hampton Chronicle
The Hampton Chronicle notes a quieter summer and argues biennial elections offer advantages in some respects. The piece frames the change as a peaceful shift from the prior year’s turmoil.
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The
Hampton Chronicle
Spirit Lake Beacon criticizes constant state politics cannonade
The Spirit Lake Beacon questions when readers will stop harping on state politics, urging a pause amid ongoing partisan noise. The remark highlights frustration with persistent political bombardment.
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Spirit Lake Beacon
Cummins Urged to Spurn Alliance with Fairbanks
The Rockford Register argues that Gov. Cummins should avoid any ties with Fairbanks to preserve his anti corporation reputation. The editorial frames a possible alliance as risky for Cummins’ public standing.
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The
Rockford Register
Cummins
Fairbanks
Winter's costlier May than December if spring repeats
The Marshalltown Times Republican notes a quip that if next winter brings as much spring as this spring has, December will be cheaper and pleasanter than May.
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Marshalltown
Recorder urges caution on proposed mulci law change
The Hampton Recorder warns against rushing to alter the mulci law, preferring stability and avoiding unknown risks with the proverb Better let well enough alone than to fly to ills we know not of.
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Hampton Recorder
Unanimous verdict on Nat Hubbard angers Ames readers
The Ames Times reports Nat Hubbard has made a consummate ass of himself. The piece notes public reaction, while Council Bluffs Nonpareil highlights the summer vacation as the next burning issue.
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The
Ames Times
Nat Hubbard
Council
Ohio Too Many Statesmen Says Logan Observer
The Logan Observer argues Ohio hosts an excess of statesmen. The note presents a sharp take on political leadership and governance within the state, reflecting editorial mood.
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Logan Observer
Ohio
Bucklein’s Arnica Salve Heals Wounds After Auto Mishap
Strange auto adventure ends in a painful accident but Bucklein’s Arnica Salve quickly heals all wounds. 25 cents guaranteed. Havercamp’s Prescription Drug Store.
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Bucklien
Havercamp
No Successor to Mrs Eddy Letter Argues Against Lineage
A Des Moines reader quotes Alfred Farlow arguing there can be no successor to Mary Baker Eddy, founder of Christian Science. He says Eddy’s spiritual influence will be her true legacy and notes Pleasant View change was merely a routine replacement.
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Eddy
Des Moines
Alfred Farlow
Christian Science Movement
Christian Science
America
Christian Science Church
Blindfolded Earle Ashley Walcott Scenes
A brief catalog-like note references a blindfolded piece featuring Earle Ashley Walcott with intensely romantic climactic scenes. Copyright cited as 1906 Bobbs Merrill Company.
King of the Street Doddridge Knapp Returns
Wilton keeps vigil by a locked office as Doddridge Knapp enters unexpectedly. The two exchange calm words while the mystery deepens with questions about a mysterious boy, a concealed employer, and the danger surrounding the boy’s protection.
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Doddridge Knapp
Henry Wilton
Mother Borton
Other Borton
Wilton
King of the
What to do in Dyspepsia
An article advocates Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a reliable tonic laxative to cure dyspepsia by boosting gastric and peptic juices. It cites Harry F Keator of Chicago who recovered from severe dyspepsia and gained 42 pounds after use. The ad promises easy use, pleasant taste, and a money back guarantee with bottles at 50 cents or one dollar.
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America
Harry F. Keator
Santiago
Caldweill
Dr. Caldwell
Wolf and Knapp move on Omega stock intrigue
The Wolf dismisses questions as he reveals Rosenheim and Bashford have acquired about a thousand Omega shares recently. Doddridge Knapp notes most trades were small, while Rosenheim is tied to a trust and Decker’s deals in Crown Diamond and Confidence are stirring hidden plans. The scene ends with a promise of a future revelation.
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Wilton
Rosenheim
Bashford
Omega
Doddridge Knapp
Decker
Crown Diamond
Dr Hale's Household Ointment advertised for skin cures
Treats itching and skin eruptions with a soothing balm. First application brings relief. Available at drug stores for 25 cents or from Kenyon & Thomas Adams NY.
Local Social Notes from Ferdinand May 22
Mrs. E. Feldman of Buffalo Prairie visits family in Ferdinand. Wm Krueger and family travel Muscatine. Marion Lambert and Joe Ryan visit Muscatine. Max Hessman showing slow recovery. Rev and Mrs Carwell travel to Wrayville. Chas Kruueger family join DeBord family at Millersburg. W C Krueger family host Danner family. Martha Mewes in improving. Elmer Reid buys new top buggy from Robbison and Bopp. Chris Kruueger conducts business in Muscatine. Wm Krueger family and niece Mildred Krueger visit Geo Mayhew Reynolds. Henry Ahlschlager visits neighborhood. Lewis Heesman departs for Arkansas for health reasons.
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Everett
Mildred Krueger
Geo. Mayhew
Reynolds
Henry Ahlschlager
Lewis Heesman
Arkansas
Four deals boost earnings per ear at low prices
A brief market note claims hundreds of dollars are earned per ear by deals through the four. The column notes 44 cents per yard for costs and emphasizes bargain pricing.
Masonic and Other Masonic Bodies Monthly Meetings
Local fraternal groups list regular meeting dates for Masoni c, Washington Chapter, Webb Council, and De Molay Commandery. Meetings occur the first Tuesday, second Friday, third Thursday, and third Wednesday of each month respectively with officers named and secretaries listed.
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Masonic
Iowa
A. M
A. W. Scott
W. M
L. Johnson
Washington
W. LH. McCoy
Webb Council of Royal and Select Masters
Cera
Stein’s
Music Hall
G .D. Lezotte
T. L
L. Joinson
Recorder
DE Molay Commandery No
G. D. Lezotte
B. C
O R M Musquiti ne Tribe and Romona Council Meeting Notes
O R M Musquiti ne Tribe No 95 meets Thursdays at 8 p m in the K O T M ball with visiting chiefs invited. Dr SSchsiibdl Dean Sachem M P Gof C of R The Degree of POC aFIONTAS Romona Council No 52 meets first and third Fridays monthly in Maccabee Hall with Mrs Emil Kranz Milo Smith Keeper of Kee.
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O. R. M. Musquitine Tribe No. 95
K. O. T. M. Ball
Sschsiibdl
Dean
Sachem
M. P. Gof
Romona
Maccabee Hall
Emil Kranz
Milo Smith
Keeor
Local Fraternal Lodges Meet Weekly In Muscatine
Bro. of American Yeomen Yeoman Hall hosts Wednesday gatherings over Jacob Fisch & Sons Hardware. Manette J M L Payne foreman. Mrs. C Ingraham 510 W Std St correspondent. Magna Lodge No 10 A O D W meets Thursday at A O U W hall Second street. Brethren in good standing invited. W F Schoenig M W H S Howe recorder. B H Dotsen Financier.
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Fraternal Aid Association
Bloomington
Shammo
Alfred Moore
Prem E. P. Day
Muscatine Court
Woodman Hall
H. G. Schoenig
J. C. Coster
Fraternal
Bankers Reserve
Wm. Appel
J. K. Vanatta
Charles Lockwood
Highland Nobles
Muscatine Castle
Fisch’s Hal
East Second Street
Alexander W. Scott
Elma Scott
Wooddbine
Royal Neighbors OF America
Kate Dunker
Umma Hoefin
Cora McCoy
Muscatine Homestead
Menete
Yeoman Hall
Jacob Fisch & Sons
J. M. L. Payne
C. Ingraham
W. Std St
W. Magle Lodge
A. O
U. W. Hall
Second Street
W. F. Schoenig
M. W
H. S. Howe
B. H. Dotsen
Muscatine Elks Lodge Meets Weekly at Elks Hall
Muscatine Lodge No 304 of the B P O Elks meets every Monday evening at seven o'clock sharp at the Elks Hall 122 Town Avenue over Cook Musser Bank. Visiting Elks welcome. Officer contacts: Dr H Johnson Exalted Ruler and W W Richards Secretary.
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Muscatine Aerif No
Fagle Lodge Hall
Dunbar
W. C. Towers
John P. Breen
C. O. F. Muscatine
Miriam Lodge
D. of H
Prairie Encampment
B. P. O. Elks
Muscatine Lodge
Town Avenue
Cook
Musser Bank
Elks
Dr. H. Johnson Dean
E. R. W. W. Richards
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Earle Ashley Walcott
Bobbs. Merril Company
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Michigan
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Havercamp’s
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Society
A. Muscatine Camp
No. 106
Woodmen of America
Woodmen Hall
Olds’ Block
W. E. Ashton
J. A. Leyda
MS. A. Bend City
Modern Brotherhood of America
K. of FP
H. King
Chas. Ryan
Shelby Norman
G. A. R. Ball
Fast Second Street
A. L. Rehmel
Gus. Schmidt
Knights OF Pythias
Wyoming Lodge No. 76
K. of P
K. P
Iowa Avenue
E. L. Kember
C. C
Pearl City
Fisch Hall
James McElroy
Louise Maisenbach
Oo. E. Ss. Elfcta
Fannie Reinicke
August Othmer
Sec’y
Iowa Legion OF Honor
Argus Lo¢ce No. 17
Maccabee Heil
S. V. Chenoweth
A. €. Hopkinson
First National Bank
S. G. Stein
D. V. Jackson
S. M. Hughes
J. RK. Revting
W. FE. Buren
J. Carskadden
F. P. Sevyer
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