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Newspaper

Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1902

Page

3

Memger Ur Loc Synuvicaig Ur Ivuwa Evenina

Placeholder readable fragments summarize to a vague local item with limited named entities and no clear event or outcome.

Spayards

Republican State Convention Call for Iowa Delegates

The Republican electors of Iowa are invited to a Des Moines delegate convention on July 20, 1902 at 11 a.m. to nominate state officers and judges. Delegates are apportioned by county votes for Cummins 1901 and region, totaling 1,233, with R. H. Spence as chairman and W. Phillips as secretary.

of A Iowa Des Moines Supreme Court Albert B. Cummins Louisa Anita Gerard Dhes R. H. Spence Co. W. Phillips

Notice to Readers at The Chicago Inter Ocean

The paper invites readers to visit its offices at 106 108 110 East Monroe Street Chicago for a tour of the inspecting and sight-seeing through its building. It promises access to the modern mechanical and scientific improvements of the age as used by a great newspaper.

Chicago Inter-Ocean East Monroe Street Chicago Inter-Ocean

Sunday Question Urges Quiet Compliance With Law

The piece argues there should be no bad feeling or litigation over the Sunday law. It cites that only charity or necessity can be pursued on Sundays and notes barbers historically closed on the Sabbath by mutual agreement. It predicts public benefit from greater voluntary observance and lawful obedience.

Muscatine

Meat Exports Explain U S Meat Shortage Cause

A USDA bulletin analyzes five fiscal years 1897-1901 showing U S exports of meat and live animals totaling over 225 million dollars. It contrasts with Canadian meat exports and discusses tariff removal impacts and potential policy shifts to secure cheap meat.

United States Department of Agriculture United States Canada

New Phase of Canal Question

The volcanic activity in the West Indies is noted as potentially reshaping canal route debates. Proponents of the Panama path point to Nicaragua's seismic risk, recalling Consequina's 44 hour eruption with massive lava and ash output, while Omotepe and other volcanos near Lake Nicaragua fuel concerns about a southern route. Panama advocates cite historical quiescence near the isthmus as supporting evidence amid recent Martinique and St Vincent reports.

West Indian Islands Isthmian Canal Panama Nicaragua Omotepe Canal Martinique St. Vincent

Trouble in Belgium Demands for Universal Suffrage Grow

The unrest in Belgium centers on an unequal voting system. Citizens vote counts vary by age income and status with 1 to 3 votes. A socialist congress in Brussels pushes for universal suffrage as strikes press for reform amid a fragile monarchy.

Belgium Brussels Socialist Congress

Incumbents Renominated by Acclamation Across Districts

Thus far Henderson, Cousins, Hedge, Conner and Thomas have all been renominated by acclamation. All others will be unless Haugen in the Fourth district gains renomination, where his chances have improved.

Henderson Cousins Hedge Conner Thomas Haugen

Hong Kong Judged Better Governed Than Chicago Says Bishop

Proud Chicago reacts after Bishop Thoburn declares Hong Kong better governed than the city by the lake. The remark follows multiple revelations about Chicago political methods, prompting surprise but no surprise at the bishop’s conclusion.

Chicago Thoburn Hong Kong

Crocker’s Iown Brigade Plans Fall Reunion in Muscatine

The Crocker’s Iown Brigade schedules a reunion in Muscatine this fall with aims for full attendance. About 1650 members remain living and those on the rolls should submit names of non listed members known to them.

Crocker Iown Brigade Muscatine

France's Loubet Returns From a State Visit

President Loubet returns to France after an intensive overseas visit. The trip showcased Franco foreign policy aims and reaffirmed Parisian diplomatic ties with key allied nations.

Public Good Notice Promotes Doan’s Kidney Pills in Muscatine

A public health notice urges Muscatine residents to consider kidney health with Doan’s Kidney Pills. The letter quotes E D Richardson of Davenport praising relief from rheumatic back pain after using the product at Havercamp’s drug store. It notes price at 50 cents and cites Foster Milburn Co as US agents, advising to remember the name Doan’s.

Muscatine E. D. Richardson Bradystreet Davenport Davenport Co-operative Banks Dean H. A. Emers’ Drug Store Third and Perry Streets Havercamp’s Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo N. Y United States Doan’s

Paine's Celery Compound Promised To Cure Kidney Disease

In a promotional claim thousands suffer from kidney disease while physicians often offer no hope. Paine's Celery Compound is advertised as purifying the life stream, removing waste, preventing urinic poisoning, and restoring kidney function. Emma Doty of Red Buttes Wyoming praises the remedy after recovery from kidney trouble and mountain fever.

Paine Kaine Emma Doty Red Buttes Wyo

Homecoming Reflections On Courtesy Between Nations

The author contends that ordinary courtesies between nations must be observed precisely to avoid difficulties. A weary traveler returning from Russia to his homeland prefers the simple joy of visiting the old home farm to royal receptions, though public acclaim accompanies the journey.

President Loubet France Russia Old Home

Morgan Presents Tapestry To King Edward For Coronation

The piece claims J Pierpont Morgan sought favor with royalty by gifting King Edward a tapestry valued at a half million for the coronation rites. It notes that American financiers rise in fame then imitate royalty overseas, stepping away from the example of their American forebears who built wealth and power. As they imitate, public esteem shifts to ridicule.

J. Pierpont Morgan Edward America

Tomorrow's cautionary note on back subscriptions

A cautionary advisory notes tomorrow's potential back subscription offers and encourages caution. It mentions Justice Howe and Con stable Schoenig as seeking good places to invest their surplus capital.

Justice Howe Constable Schoenig

Musical instruction grows in Muscatine schools

A reader notes the near future brought regular music classes to Muscatine schools thanks to Mrs. Davis. The piece also remarks on clergy wages for Sunday duties, calling preacher work in Muscatine an undeniably necessary undertaking.

Muscatine Ministers Meet at First M E Church

Muscatine Ministerial Association convened Monday at 10 30 a m in the parlor of First M E church on Third Street and Town Avenue All city and vicinity ministers invited to attend Change of meeting place to First M E church noted Matters for consideration and action announced C L Stafford president

United Brethren in Christ Quarterly Meeting

L B Hix, pastor at 616 East Sixth street, invites all to a quarterly and business meeting at 7 30 this evening. Sabbath worship includes Sabbath school at 9 30 a m sermon by presiding elder Rev R E Williams at 10 40 a m and 7 30 p m. Lord's supper observed in the morning. Y P C U devotional at 6 30 p m led by the missionary committee. All are welcome, especially the careless and indifferent.

United Brethren In Christ Mudberry Sixth Streets L. B. Hix East Sixth Street R. E. Williams D. D

First Methodist Episcopal Church Services and Schedule

Third street and Iowa Avenue church led by Pastor C L Stafford with a parsonage nearby. Telephone contact No 6. Class meetings at 9:30 a m Preaching at 10:30 a m Gospel for All. Sabbath school at 2 p m. Junior and Intermediate Leagues at 3 p m Epworth League at 6 30 p m Epworth League Anniversary service at 7 30 p m All invited to attend all services.

First Methodist Episcopal Church Third Street Iowa Avenue C. L. Stafford Epworth

First German M E Church Memorial Services Outline

The First German M E Church on Fourth and Cedar lists Sunday school at 9 a.m. and chapel services at 2 15 p.m. Regular services at 10 30 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. Memorial rites feature G A R W R C and G A R Circle attendance with an anthem Soldiers Farewell and other selections. A H F Hertzler is the pastor.

M. E Fourth and Cedar Streets South Muscatine

Musserville M. E. Church Weekly Schedule

Sunday school at 10 15 a m class meeting at 11 15 a m junior league at 6 30 p m preaching at 7 30 p m theme The King's order concerning the young man Epworth League devotional service Tuesday 7 45 prayer meeting and Brotherhood Bible study Thursday 7 30 cordial invitation to worship with us pastor W L Clapp

Musserville M. E King’s Order Epworth League Brotherhood W. L. Clapp

First Baptist Church Service Planned In Pastor's Absence

In the absence of the pastor C F Nevins will lead the 10 30 morning service and 7 30 evening service with the Young People taking charge of the evening. Sunday school is at 145 and missionary work in the Philippines will be the theme with a map exercise and papers read. All are invited.

C. F. Nevins Henry Jayne Philippines

Church Choirs Paid for Sunday Singing Questioned

A comment questions paying church singers on Sundays, arguing the act may be unnecessary and that in some cases the singing quality is far from charitable.

Churches versus saloons stir Muscatine mood

In Muscatine residents react to closures with stronger feeling toward saloons last Sunday than toward churches ordered to close tomorrow, reflecting local tensions between temperance measures and religious institutions.

Muscatine

Graduates Urged to Tackle Great Questions Soon

The statement calls hundreds of thousands of high school and college graduates to apply their intellect to pressing national issues in the coming weeks.

First Congregational Church Services This Sunday

Corner Third and Chestnut streets hosts morning and evening sermons. Sermon topics include Sowing and Feaping in the a m session and Shaking World in the 7 29 p m service. Bible school pastor's class meets in the church parlor at 1 30 p m. Y P S C E meets after Sunday school. Seats are free. H D Herr pastor.

First Congregational Church Third Chestnut Streets H. D. Herr

Trinity Church Sunday Services and Omissions

Holy Communion at 7 30 and morning prayer at 10 45 with sermon. Sunday school at 11 30. Evening prayer with sermon at 7 30. No service next Friday evening. All Saints chapel services omitted. Rector F F Beckerman announces.

Trinity Church All Saints F. F. Beckerman

German Congregational Church Service Schedule

Cedar and Fifth streets home to Pastor E. C. Osthoff with services at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m Sunday school at 9 30 a m Y P at 8 C E at 6 45 p m led by Miss Minnie Schmolm Prayer meeting Wednesday night at 7 30

German Congregational Church Cedar and Fifth Streets E. C. Osthoff C. E Minnie Schmolm

Green Street Mission Union Memorial Services Notice

Sunday school at 9 15 a m. there will be no preaching service at 3 15 p m due to union Memorial services. H Db Herr is the pastor at Green Street Mission.

Green Street Union Memorial H. Db. Herr

Park Avenue M E Church Sabbath Services

Sabbath school starts at 2 p.m. and preaching follows at 3 15 p m by C L Stafford. Everyone invited to attend.

First Church Service Times Announced In City Notice

Sunday service at 11 a m and Wednesday service at 8 p m held at the corner of Sixth and Walnut. All are invited to attend this church notice.

First Church of Christ, Scientist Corner Sixth Walnut Street

New McKinley Card and Harrison Stamp Ready for Release

Washington dispatch reports two new U S postal issues imminent in June. The McKinley postal card features the late president, with a fine medallion eagle design, while the 13 cent Harrison stamp follows with a two female border and a two thirds front portrait. Third Assistant Postmaster Madden approved both designs after testing and revisions to improve paper ink and engraving quality.

United States McKinley Harrison McKinley Postal Board Madden J. H. Reeve Stamp Division Maine Bureau of Engraving and Printing Washington Bureau Theopper

Mrs. Prazak Finds Relief With Pink Pills for Pale People

Mrs. Prazak wife of the Millersville Minnesota town clerk narrates nervous prostration from heavy sewing and household duties. After trials with Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People she reports full recovery within two months and urges others afflicted to use them. Pills claim to act on blood and nerves and address various ailments. Sold at druggists or by the Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY price 50 cents a box six for two dollars and a half. Free medical booklet offered.

Mrs. Prazak J. M. Prazak Millersville Douglas Co Minn

Also Mentioned on This Page

Muscatine Journal John Mahin H. J. Mahin Journal Journa Printing Company Rayne & Young Marquette Building Lacoste & Maxwell Nassau Street New York Heaven Paine’s Bright Ritis Albuminaria Belle Connor W. E. Battey Dudley Buck Lenin the Ambrose Mr. Porter Athem Serr Dudley Buck Barnby Choir E. F. Gobble Nellie Robertson Fred Pentzer G. W. Porter First Baptist Church Park Avenue M. E. Church Washington Bureau Journal Washington, D. C Harrison Stamp United States of America Selves Minnesota
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