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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1903
Page
3
The Daily Journal issued every evening except Sunday and the Semi-Weekly Journal on Tuesdays and Fridays. Subscriptions cost 10 cents weekly by carrier, 3.00 per year by mail for daily, and 2.50 for semi weekly.
Washington Bureau Marlborough Frank J Stillman in charge New York Office 140 Nassau Street La Coste Maxwell in charge Chicago Office 948 Marquette Building Payne Young in charge
The Journal lists city agencies Kecklerville Chayka's grocery West Muscatine Sharrar's Morse Washburne's grocery End of street car track where extra papers will be available each night. Subscribers missed by the carrier can obtain papers at these stations.
A call announces a Republican delegate convention in Des Moines on July 1 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Superintendent of Public Instruction Judge Supreme Court and Railroad Commissioner. It invites all Iowa Republicans to unite in electing delegates with representation to be determined by a specified ratio.
The Grand Trunk Railway System offers a new summer tourist folder along with other descriptive literature. Request to Advertising Department 135 Adams St Chicago. George W Vaux A G P & 7 A.
The piece argues J P Morgan and other trust promoters oppose President Roosevelt if nominated. It notes Morgan's influence over banks insurers and transport interests and questions who would replace him after his death. It predicts Roosevelt's renomination and possible support from populists but warns of Wall Street and railroads opposing him.
The Iowa Falls Citizen urges restraint and supports letting Senator Allison draft the platform when appropriate, advising against further brickbats and public feuding.
The Manchester Press reports Iowa Republicans praise party unity and harmony, claiming no finer brand of harmony exists as they move forward with cohesive action and shared purpose.
The Winterset Reporter states the child is not entirely well but getting better, offering cautious progress in Harmony.
The Hull Index argues General Miles occupies a distinguished but disgraced post and that forced retirement would benefit the service in the long run.
The Ottumwa Democrat asserts the Republican Party has done nothing to cause recent prosperity and should not receive credit for laborers' employment or farmers' higher prices.
Edwin Taylor of Kansas in The Appeal to Reason urges Kansans to join a populist edition in sheltering their homeless under socialist roof. He notes little response from populists who remain waiting and pin hopes on Roosevelt.
A visitor gave a silver dollar to a bright boy who explains he will change it into halves then quarters then dimes nickels and pennies. When asked why nickels later he says someone may mistake the change and it won’t be him.
Iowa remains focal in Washington as talks shift from tariff to presidential prospects. Republicans waste attempts to rally against Theodore Roosevelt while party members privately oppose him. Democrats discuss possible nominees but show limited momentum amid broader public support for Roosevelt.
Cedar Falls report details Fred and Harry Olbrich aged 13 and 9 who, starting May 1, raised and milked cows, sold milk at five cents a quart, and expanded to three cows with deposits and stock totaling about 375. They kept strict accounts, paid for feed, and earned side money at a foundry. The family views their effort as a lesson in thrift and self‑reliance aimed at building future wealth.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets candy as a cure for constipation with a 10 cent price and a 2 cent sale, offering a refund if not satisfied. The copy uses bold claims and emphasizes druggist guarantees.
A promotional health ad listing kidney trouble symptoms from backache to nocturnal urination and vision issues. It touts Dr Fenner's Kidney and Backache Cure with customer testimony from Johan Hartwell of Duluth and offers free advice from Dr M M Fenner of Fredonia and sales at Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store.
The verse recalls a fallen soldier lying in or near battle dress. It notes brief prayers and quiet sorrow as companions gaze upon the dead and reflect on the days to come. The tone is solemn, focusing on duty, memory, and anticipated grief.
A fragmented view of Democratic prospects centers on Iowa as the lone possible success amid strong opposition to Roosevelt. Walt Butler, the optimistic voice, sees a silver lining yet admits no real path to victory, fearing Johnson’s single tax stance would cripple any Democratic bid.
Readable text notes that Bryan supporters would back Theodore Roosevelt over Grover Cleveland, indicating a preference among Bryan followers for the former president rather than the incumbent or former opponent.
City Board of Health met at City Hall May 19 1903 with Mayor McNutt presiding. Actions included notifying E Borger estate to connect 110 East Second Street to the sanitary sewer and abating a privy vault nuisance on J Scott Blackwell property. A committee was formed to study drainage for stagnant pond between Spruce and Locust and report next meeting, plus investigate nuisance near Frank Grady residence Mulberry Street. Adjourned.
An old advertorial claims Dr Hobbs' Aparagus Pills cure all kidney ills. The ad urges readers to send for a free sample and directs to Sterling Kennedy Co in Chicago.
The Success Company based in New York seeks a county local to receive and solicit subscriptions. They offer the largest compensation among first class periodicals. Readers may contact The Success Company Washington Square New York for details. The Scholarship Bureau explains how boys and girls can secure an education and how the company purchases scholarships in exchange for a small amount of work. Address for full information is The Success Scholarship Bureau 22 Waverly Place New York City.
Rates available over the Nickel Plate Road for a Boston meeting from June 28 to July 1. No excess fare on trains. Tickets on sale June 25 26 27 with final return limit August 1. Inquiries to John Y. Calahan General Agent 113 Adams St Room 298 Chicago for details on stopovers and service.
A brief note suggests when a young man comes home unusually early, the common assumption is that he was entertained by another family member, reflecting social expectations of household conduct.
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