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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1908
Page
3
Publisher F D Throop and editor L P Loomis lead the Journal by Journal Printing Co with offices listed in New York and Chicago. The text mentions addresses in New York at W. dain St and Chicago at 750 Marquette Building.
The Daily Journal is issued every evening except Sunday The Sem Weekly Journal is issued in two sections on Tuesday and Friday nights Daily delivery in the city by carrier and weekly collection ten cents A yearly mail rate is eight dollars plus The Journal maintains multiple city agencies for reader convenience listing East Hill Hurlbut Grocery East 2nd street South Muscatine W F Miksch's Grocery Oregon Street W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey Avenue Kecklerville Chayka's Grocery West Hill J H Fuller Grocery The telephones listed are for the business and editorial offices Mississippi Valley line noted through contacts
Publisher F D Throop swears the Muscatine Journal printed and circulated 5 825 copies in April 1908. Notary F L Brhimeier attests May 1 1908. Statement lists daily and Sunday totals and average circulation figures for the month.
A call urges readers to vote in the upcoming Iowa first primary, stressing the duty of representation. It urges Republicans, Democrats, and third party voters to choose their preferred candidates and emphasizes that scholars and socialists alike should vote.
A newspaper exhortation urges every eligible voter to participate in the June 2 primary. It argues the primary matters for reform and party unity, notes contests in some races, and calls on Republicans, farmers, and those with party ties to cast ballots to influence senatorial and gubernatorial outcomes.
Twenty chaps with ugly jewels on their feet escorted by law officers traveled downriver to Fort Madison for state service. The steamer James Raymond with the Banjo in tow carried Spaulding and Rogers circus troupe past Davenport en route downstream. Jefferson Lyceum to meet Thursday evening. Sally Keller widow of Wm. B. Keller aged 79 years summary of her death after a long illness.
A tale by S R Crockett set in mining communities details rugged work and peril. The narrative follows miners facing danger, labor struggles, and the social life surrounding a rugged industrial landscape.
In a continued chapter, William Bryan reveals he resolved to quit smoking due to unreliable island lights. He recalls nights of manual lantern operation, groaning at missed expectancies, and jokes about sailors, priests, and engineers sharing blame and prayers as the crew works to keep the Skerry Light alive.
A report reflects a 40 year look at Ferry company work with the Northern ferryboat showing smooth operation and large seating capacity. Rev. Morgan Edwards to preach at Davenport Cavalry Baptist Church this summer. Timm tearing down an old brick dwelling between Chestnut and Pine, built by Jonas Clark about 25 years ago.
30 years ago a death was reported in Norwalk Connecticut with the note that the individual died on a Friday. The item provides only the location and day without further details about name age or cause.
The piece argues that loyalty to one’s party ticket matters and notes that voting twice earns more respect than not voting at all, reflecting a stance on civic duty and electoral engagement.
A Missouri judge ruled that a state primary is not an election but an arrangement to eliminate some candidates and nominate others. The ruling sparked when a local option election was set for the same day, accusing the primary of not conflicting with genuine elections.
The Burlington road superintendant issues a decree directing conductors to enforce good order on all passenger trains with immediate warnings and removal of hoodlums. The rule aims to gain public support and smoother travel.
The Burlington Gazette reports Fairbanks denies stepping down from the presidential race and vows to remain on the ticket, declaring it first place or nothing. The cartoonish remark parodies party dynamics with mock bravado.
Cedar Rapids Gazette notes heightened attention as the governing body considers electing bishops. The process draws regional clergy and lay members into discussions of leadership and church direction.
20 years ago F W Mahin from Clinton arrived last night with Master Nealey Cadle who visited family and rode the Firefly today. Mrs William Huttig of Iowa City and Mrs J L McColm of West Liberty were in the city yesterday. L A Thiefl of Minneapolis completed frescoing at Hon R Musser residence, lauded as the most artistic work in town.
The Hutchinson siblings gather at the old homestead with Mrs. Teeters of Lincoln Nebraska Mrs. Musser of Muscatine and Mrs. Clapp of Wichita join in the reunion at the Hutchinson residence. Last Friday night Charles Butsler on Lombard Street was robbed of 75 dollars from his pension funds.
Religious and secular groups alike use organizational methods to discover who Providence has chosen for prominent roles. The text discusses shared practices across institutions in selecting leaders.
Emma Goldman contemplates retirement to a small farm and tobacco raising in Kentucky as a hypothetical scenario. The remark suggests night riders might question her anarchist views.
The Chicago Tribune remarks on Senator Allison saying age has not impaired his usefulness and predicts his popularity will be proven as returns begin to come in next week from Tuesday night.
David B. Hill weighs a European journey as public attention shifts. past interest has faded and the topic draws little reaction from the community and press.
Washington correspondent hints that Secretary Taft may resign from the cabinet soon after June 16, a rumor recounted in a Sioux City Journal report.
In Kirktown Billy Bryan and Vic plot to retrieve a hidden parcel while Vida suspects gossip about her, and Tom Arrowsmith bears a hidden strength. Billy teases Vida about privacy as they prepare for a discreet night maneuver amid windy shadows.
An advertising blurb notes Dr King's New Life Pills restore function to the liver and bowels. The 25 cent remedy is sold at Haverkamp's Prescription Drug Store, promoted as a quick fix for digestive issues.
Society cards show Mason City Iowa lodge and chapters listing regular meetings. Includes A F and A M Masons E P Ingham W M L L Johnson secretary and other bodies with meeting dates third Friday or fourth Friday in Stein's hall as noted.
I O R M Musquatine Tribe No 95 meets Thursday at 8 p m in K O T M hall Visiting chiefs invited H G Thompson Sachem Lester Smith C of B The Degree of Pocahontas Council No 52 meets first and third Friday in each month at the Maccabee Hall Miss Amelia Pocahontas Miss Martha Becke Keepe OL Records
Local groups list weekly meetings in Muscatine and Woodbine. M W of A Muscatine Camp No 106 meets Tuesday at Woodmen hall. Bend City Lodge No 143 meets third Monday at HK of PF building. O F Muscatine Lodge No 5 convenes Mondays at 7:46. Mirians Lodge No 47 LD of B meets second and fourth Fridays at 7:45. Prairie Locampment No 4 meets regular dates at 6. Woodbine Camp No 142 Royal Neighbors of America meets Wednesdays at 4:16. LUWA Legion of Honor records May 22 event. visiting members welcome.
G A J HKA Callers Shelby Aukman PUD No 251 meet for the first four weeks, each deputy. Welcome by Adjutant Gus Schmigi and Commander J D. abunive, with parade and briefing scheduled.
The Culel Ob HONOR Muscatine Cuura No 647 meets every Monday evening. Members and visiting nobles are invited to attend. J. Coster serves as Chancellor and Ki G Schoenig as Recorder.
Kr. O. bk reports meeting of Muscatine Aerile No. 315 held in the Elite Lodge hall near Dunbar restaurant. The session included welcome by J. L. Aikens, W. P., and discussion of dues and value.
Muscatine lodge 804 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks meets every Monday evening at o'clock sharp at the Elks Hall Iowa avenue over Cook Musser Baik. Visiting Elks always welcome. Wm. J. Watson E. K. John FP. Breen, Secretary.
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