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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1907
Page
3
Terms to Subscribers Daily Journal publication notice
The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday and the Semi-Weekly Journal on Tuesday and Friday nights. Daily delivery by carrier and weekly collection for ten years per week. Daily by mail one year. Semi-Weekly one year. Rates listed: 2.50.
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Daily Journal
City Agencies Listed by The Journal For Convenience
The Journal has established agencies around the city for readers convenience. Fast Mill, Clay Kneese Grocery East 2nd street, South Muscatine, Morse Washburns grocery End of street car track, W A Busch's Drug Store Hershey avenue, Keechlerville, Chaykas Grocery West Hill Sharrars Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fast Mill
Clay Kneese
East 2Nd Street
South Muscatine
Morse Washburn’s
A. Busch
Hershey Avenue
Keechlerville
Chayka’s
West Hill
Sharrar’s
Vidditorial Notice From Five Mississippi Va Telephones
Editorial office in Five Mississippi Va Telephones announces a public notice. The item references Hells Ney and outlines action by the local telecommunication office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luvernese
Mississippi
Tell
Hells Ney
Rails and Wrecks Debate Over Train Accidents
Railroad magnates and steel rail manufacturers clash over blame for accidents due to rail breaks. Rail weight and rail quality are debated, with Joann W. Gates criticizing steel flaws and regulators noting rail causes account for a small share of 1906 railroad casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joann W. Gates
Bessemer
Gates
Interstate Commerce Commission
Railway Disasters And Roadway Defects Cited In Report
A report notes 4,225 fatalities representing under 1 percent from accidents caused by roadway defects. It cites 1,608 injuries to 6 6,709 or just over 2 percent. Even with indestructible rails, 98 percent of railway disasters would still persist due to other causes.
Memorial day observance urged to honor veterans
The program for Memorial day is published and first class in every respect. Citizens should set aside secular business to join the veterans in observance. In a few years only the survivors will remain and attendance will show gratitude to those who bore the brunt of the conflict.
Courier-Journal Editor Seeks Democratic Candidate
Editor Watterson says if Bryan withdraws from the race, he can name a Democrat free of money-power ties without anti-conservative baggage and a true party organizer. He hints the man lives west of the Alleghenies and north of the Potomac and the Ohio, with no further identifying details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watterson
Louisville Courier-Journal
Bryan
Alleghanies
Potomac
Ohio
Manufacturers oppose fare cuts fearing freight rate hikes
The Manufacturers' Association of New York opposes reducing passenger fares arguing railroads would offset losses with freight rate increases. They question why travelers should bear manufacturers' expenses, noting states have adopted or considered a two cent fare law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manufacturers’ Association of
New York
Weather warms as fruit prospects improve for most varieties
The paper notes that after cold weather the fruit crop seems ruined for the year but, with the temperature moderating, cherries and peaches only may fail while other varieties promise average yields. This is welcome news to the prudent housewife.
Nebraskan physician warns about dan delioms
An Omaha doctor claims dan delioms trigger asthma there but in this section the effect differs. The piece notes a man who digs them from his lawn and speaks of the issue firsthand.
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Omaha
Nebraska
New York Man Robbed of 15000 on Way to Races
A New York man was robbed of $15,000 while en route to the races. Police reported no further details and the loss spoiled his chance to bet on the runners.
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New York
Iowa Press Comment Reflects Calm on Secretaries Suggestion
The Cedar Rapids Republican obituary notes the nation has not gone wild over the suggestion that a secretary may be involved in a major policy shift. The piece frames conservative restraint and public skepticism as the prevailing mood amid debate.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa seeks Roosevelt support in looming presidential question
The debate notes mixed signals from party leaders. Cortelyou predicts cautious public interest while Raymond sees Iowa leaning to Roosevelt for a third term. The Dubuque Telegraph counters that Iowa remains undecided, awaiting clearer stance from the Cummins machine and other factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond
Iowa
Roosevelt
Dubuque
Progressives push retirement ages in Iowa and Wisconsin
The Cedar Falls Record notes progressives seek retirement for 78 year old Allison in Iowa while Wisconsin backs 78 year old Stephenson for the senate. The piece points to inconsistencies amid reform era politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Allison
Wisconsin
Stephenson
Senate
Dollar wheat seen as doubtful blessing
The Dubuque Times-Journal says dollar wheat is a doubtful blessing amid a potential shortage of 100,000,000 bushels in both America and Europe.
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Dubuque
Capital stock limits for life insurers debated by Des Moines Capital
The Des Moines Capital asks what progressives would have done to Governor Leslie M. Shaw if he had vetted a bill restricting the capital stock of life insurance companies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie M. Shaw
The
Des Moines
Wheat sensationalism may spark gambling surge
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil notes that recent sensational developments in wheat could ignite the gambling spirit in thousands who have not participated before.
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Council Bluffs
Wheat Deal Wins Joy Over One Trader
Atlantic Telegraph notes that joy follows the single successful wheat deal more than the ninety nine who appear remorseful and vow to avoid capture in future trades.
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Atlantic Telegraph
Iowa City Republican mocks Senator Allison youth traits
A remark from an Iowa City Republican warns that Senator Allison's perceived kiddish behavior and youthful propensities could cause disappointment among many in Iowa. The comment signals partisan frustration and moralizing over age and conduct in state politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allison
Iowa
Iowa City
Senator Allison Provokes Iowa Defamers Remarks
The Pomervuy Herald quotes a provocative line praising Senator Allison and mocking detractors. The remark suggests powerful, growing influence would irritate his critics among Iowa defamers and aspiring statesmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allison
Iowa
The
Pomervuy Herald
Keokuk Gate City Notes Migration Reinstatement Interest
The Keokuk Gate City comments on a sizable outflow from Iowa and says many movers wish to be reinstated. It highlights ongoing movement trends and potential policy or community implications for the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Keokuk Gate City
Corn to knee high on natal day hinges on business
The Marshalltown Times Republic an notes that for corn to be knee high on the nation's birthday the crop must now focus on steady work and diligent farming practices.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Wisconsin Has One Senator and an Automaton
The Waterloo Reporter notes Wisconsin currently has a single senator and an automaton with a neat line of strings attached.
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Waterloo
Wisconsin
Ohio Echoes Iowa Harmony Theme
The Keokuk Gate City reports Ohio is experiencing a harmony similar to what Iowa enjoyed last year, reflecting a regional mood of unity and cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keokuk Gate City
Ohio
Iowa
Col Watterson Feared Premature Frost Threats
The Davenport Times notes Col Watterson appears worried about early frosts endangering crops and fruit yields, urging protective measures for farmers in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Davenport Times
Col. Watterson
Maj. F E H Conger Dies After Noteable Public Service
Edwin Hurd Conger chronicles the career of Maj. F E H Conger born in Illinois who moved to Iowa, served in the Civil War, held county and state offices, served three terms in Congress, and held diplomatic posts in Brazil and China including Pekin during the Boxer uprising. He retired to California and is remembered as a faithful public servant who preferred Dallas county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Hurd Conger
Sioux City
F E. H. Conger
Pasadena
Cal
Iowa
Illinois
Dallas County
Dexter
Polk County
Congress
John A. T. Hull
Harrison
Brazil
McKinley
China
Pekin
United States
Mexico
California
Conger
Maj. Conger
Reminiscences of Long Ago Highlights City Council Saga
A May 23 council session recalls petitions to change Mulberry street grades and mayoral permission to hire a city solicitor during district court. Earlier items note adjournment to 2 pm. Past notes reference a bank leadership change and a drummer’s public challenge from 30 years ago.
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City Council
Alderman Fisher
Messrs. Fisher and
Hoch
Fisher
Mulberry Street
Messrs
Nisley and Mauck
Hare
District Court
Charles Silverman
Silverman, Cook & Co
P. M. Musser
Jacob Silverman
Henry Funck
S. B. Cook
America
Weekly Board of Health Report May 2 Ward Cleanups
The board of health reports in the week ending May 2 that in the first ward two lots two cellars six sinks five stables three alleys and three hog pens were filthy and ordered cleaned. In the second ward three sinks and one cistern with stagnant water were ordered cleaned. In the third ward one lot five houses six cellars nine sinks four stables two alleys and one hog pen were cleaned ordered. Running to Newton a dispatch announced the first passenger train arriving at Newton yesterday at 4 15 pm with citizens turning out for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Newton
Gough
Notable congressman known for finance and reform efforts
The passage recalls a congressman who faced debts from unfaithful friends and was compelled to return to Brazil for salary issues. He chaired the committee on coinage weights and measures, sat on banking and currency and agriculture panels, and was a leading fighting Republican of the Fifty first Congress. He was described as a diligent, loyal, and amiable colleague.
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Brazil
Congress
Withal
Wapello Evening Events Honor Local Leaders and Veterans
In Wapello on May 23 a six o'clock dinner honored Professor J. W. McCullouch and wife at Mrs. J. A. Bigger home. The Masons held a special third degree session with H. W. Hughes of Burlington present. About 75 members attended. The G A R post and W R C staged a reception for Dr. W. S. Grimes on his sixty fifth anniversary with solos readings and war songs. Dr. Mortridge of Muscatine spoke. Grimes received a commemorative chair.
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Wapello
J. A. Bigger
J. W. McCullouch
Chas. Ruthenberg
Muscatine
Masonic Lodge
Guy Tomlinson
Morning Sun
Wapello Lodge No. 5
Masonic Hall
H. W. Hughes
Burlington
G. A. R. Post
Doctor Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery claims and salve
An advertisement touts Doctor Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a non alcoholic blood purifier and tonic for stomach and liver ailments. It lists roots used, offers a free medical booklet, and promotes Dr. Pierce's All Healing Salve for ulcers with a mail order option. It also mentions Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for stomach liver and bowels and stresses known composition over patent nostrums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute
Blindfolded Earle Ashley Walcott
A brief note announces the 1906 novel Blindfolded by Earle Ashley Walcott published by Bobbs Merrill Company highlighting its romantic scenes and climactic resolutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earle Ashley Walcott
The
Bobbs- Merril Company
Chinatown Night Tour Amid Intrigue and Suspicions
In the ongoing chapter, Wilton faces off with Doddridge Knapp and follows a suspect, Tom Terrill, as Porter and guards shadow him. Carson guides a group into Chinatown where Mrs Bowser, Luella, and others observe a vibrant, tense scene amid lanterns and street life.
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Wilton
Decker
Doddridge Knapp
Clay Street
Porter
Tom Terrill
Terrill
Wainwright
Doddrictore Knapp
Pine Street Palace
Mrs. Bowser
Luella
Mr. Carter
Mrs. Carter
Mr. Horton
Carson
Old City Hall
Caide
Barkhouse
An Excellent Home Remedy For Stomach Troubles
The notice extols a simple prescription for stomach problems using Compound Tincture of Cinchona Prosene Compound and Sherry Wine. It advises readers to consult a pharmacist and take one teaspoonful in water before meals and at bedtime as a remedy.
Cedar Rapids Gazette Quote on Right Paths
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes that for every man who goes radically wrong there are many who stay roughly on the right path, reflecting on moral choices and public behavior.
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The
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Stopped. Dangerous Coughs Colds and Sore Throats Cure
Dr Kings New Discovery is advertised as a quick cure for coughs colds and sore throats with prices of 5 cents and 1 dollar at Haversamg s Prescription Drug Store.
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J. Scott Richman
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