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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1903
Page
7
Local notes report Eugene Horst Jr and Miss Hilda Busch visiting Davenport relatives. Several residents travel for visits to Seymour Muscatine and Chicago. Ransom McKee heads to Denver for an engineering position after a university stint. An ad promotes Dr Thomas Eureka Oil and Burdock Blood Bitters.
Dr. C. L. Stafford's memorial sermon at First Methodist Episcopal Church urged that the Civil War aimed at larger liberty and righteousness. The G A R, Women's Relief Corps, and Major John's circle attended, with flags and a U S banner creating a patriotic backdrop. He said the war freed the black man in mind and spirit, and both sides showed noble devotion and courage.
A vintage ad promotes Scott and Bowne Emulsion claiming age is a matter of blood vitality. It features a boast about keeping “seventy years young” and promises a free sample upon request from the New York company at Fear Street.
The Record-Breakers defeated the Hustlers Saturday afternoon by 13 to 19 for their 26th win in 26 games. Louis Begey pitched strongly, aiding the Record-Breakers as Walter Polike and Cliff Amlong contributed in the field and at bat among a lineup featuring John Chayka Al Barry and Leo Barry.
The Woodmen of the World in the sovereign camp at Milwaukee ratified the national recommendations. A $5,000 appropriation funded the St Louis exposition fraternal building fund and $250,000 was invested in government bonds and municipal securities. Changes to the constitution were minor with no district changes. N B Maxey of Muscogee I T was elected chairman of the board of managers.
The Modern Woodmen of America headquarters call for Memorial Day observance has been issued. The local camp will prepare for the day with graveside flowers and other rituals according to the fraternity’s ritual.
Electa chapter No 32 Order of Eastern Star will hold its regular meeting this evening at 8 o clock. Initiation will be conducted. Members in good standing are welcome to attend.
The Fraternal Aid association will host a dance in their halls next Thursday evening inviting members and guests to attend in a social event.
Pearl City Lodge No 45 schedules a meeting on Wednesday evening May 27 at 7 30 in Union hall West Second Street.
Col. C. C. Horton of Muscatine will chair Memorial Day activities at the Iowa Soldiers' Home on May 30. A lengthy program is set, including an oration by Hon. John F. Lacey.
Muscatine firemen may attend the annual tournament in Sioux City under Chief George Neibert plan. A special train and reduced rates are sought with Marion possibly joining. the city council is expected to provide support for expenses.
Mrs. F. P. Wood hosted a social afternoon for friends in the countryside near Moscow. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. L. McColm and Miss Carrie Breecken ridge who won a pin tray for drawing profiles. Mrs. Abbie Hitchcock received a book for most correct quotations.
George Duncan, the young man injured at a South Muscatine button factory last week, shows slow improvement. The wound was painful but not as severe as initially feared.
Fare is 19 dollars for a Chicago to Boston round trip with open return until June 28 and extended return to August 1 by depositing tickets in Boston July 1 2 3 or 4. Stopovers at Niagara Falls allowed without extra charge. Three daily trains with sleeping cars and dining service. Reservations via John Y Calahan General Agent Chicago Adams Street Room 298.
The Conesville Savings Bank invites bids to construct its bank building in Conesville Iowa. Plans may be viewed at Smith Jones store Conesville or at Nelson Bros architects Burlington after May 25. L B Smith secretary building committee.
The War Department may send the Iowa National Guard to a fall encampment at Fort Riley or Fort Still with Company C of the Fifty fourth Iowa regiment likely to drill with regulars. Governor Cummins and Adjutant General Byers discuss dispatching all regiments if feasible. The excursion aims to improve field tactics under instruction from top regular army officers.
A historical quote reflects the belief that remaining peaceful is prudent but being seen as unable to defend oneself is risky and invites danger. The line emphasizes the value of strength and deterrence alongside restraint.
A compact note reflects workers entering a convention where overtime is assumed as a given, underscoring labor norms and collective schedules at play in the period.
A pointed aphorism notes that a person unable to govern himself lacks fit for public office. The remark underscores discipline and self-control as prerequisites for leadership and public trust.
A rough barroom remark labels a man with a latchkey as weak. The line implies a challenge to masculine pride and independence, reflecting social tension over autonomy and respect in a concise, figurative quip.
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