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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1909
Page
3
The Daily Journal issues every evening except Sunday. The Semi Weekly Journal has 10 pages on Tuesday and 8 on Friday. Daily delivery by carrier within the city at 10 cents weekly. Mail rates: Daily one year three dollars. Semi Weekly one year one dollar fifty.
Representatives Payne and Young are in charge at the Chicago office located in the 750 Marquette Building.
The Journal lists agency locations for reader convenience including Fest Hill Hurlbut Grocery Fast 2nd street South Muscatine Toborg Pros grocery Oregon street W C A Busch's Drug Store Hershey avenue Kecklerville Charka's Grocery West Fill J H Fuller Grocery and Wm Van Zy Grocery New York Office 34 West 33rd Street.
The Muscatine Journal publishes a sworn statement of April 1909 circulation. Publisher F. D. Throop attests to printed and circulated copies, with totals of 8 850 and 6 850 noted, sworn before Notary Public F. L. Bihlmeter on May 3, 1909.
A Des Moines report says C. W. Owens, jailed for obtaining money by false pretenses and perjury, might gain sight through penitentiary care. The piece urges Governor Carroll to suspend judgment and allow Iowa City treatment, while accusing editors of fearing rehabilitated criminals and demanding an end to specialist visits to state prisons.
A column argues against restoring medieval torture in prisons, urging reclamation over punishment. It recalls Emily Sutton and Mattie Stephenson, two 1873 yellow fever heroines, whose mercy in the Elmwood cemetery monuments inspire calls for humane treatment of offenders.
The Iowa press notes Senator Cummins drives a strong push for an income tax, framing his battle as persistent and energetic despite opposition. The commentary interprets his stance as essential to fiscal reform and state policy evolution.
In a Cedar County driven report the Cedar Valley’s grain trade is highlighted as farmers hold grain of all kinds for sale. The piece urges speeding the Cedar Valley Railroad to secure this important trade and notes limited steamboat arrivals due to a storm. A dead body of Ceasar F. W. Mahin is listed among other notices, with local music and quotations as context.
Thirty years ago the largest single field pea harvest in Muscatine Island yielded 97 bushels from Ben Middleton’s patch and shipped to northern and western markets including St Paul. Pike Township Republicans elected delegates A E Younkin John Nicola M B Stretch and S E Wolcott to the county convention. The Methodist Lyceum at the Commercial House offered a full program with Miss Maggie Ewing Madame De Stael essay by Mrs G B Jackson and musical numbers.
The Waterloo Courier argues that to win over ultra conservative lawmakers and the public the income tax idea must be educated gradually. It praises Senator Cummins as a fitting leader for this campaign, noting he may not prevail this session but believes the cause will gain strength with each defeat.
The Webster City Freeman Tribune doubts the governor will seek Dolliver's senate seat. It argues Iowa will require a successor of Dolliver's stature and questions Carroll's suitability for the U.S. Senate, asserting true leadership demands virility, courage, and aggressiveness.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil reports from Washington that Attorney General Byers plans to run for Congress from the ninth district if his bid for governor does not succeed or for the U S Senate, indicating rising political ambitions and a possible shift in regional leadership.
The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald notes a Rhode Island senator declined an invitation to join the chautauqua circuit saying a circus should not overlook his stance. The piece frames Aldrich's refusal as a principled stand amid the era's cultural debates.
The Marshalltown Times-Rep recalls Taft dancing with Miss Downward Revision and questions how long the president will let her be idle as a big dance begins.
The Hamp ton Chronicle remarks on rumors that Bert Keltz became a general agent for a large eastern insurer but instead is reportedly active in the tenth district discussing the celluloid collar question with Democratic editors.
The Des Moines Capital notes that Billy Sunday may be unhappy with results in Marshalltown because the local people are notably generous and supportive from the outset.
A Waterloo Reporter comments that Billy Sunday may find fewer converts in the moral town of Marshalltown than in his more wicked stops, suggesting a cooler reception for his revival efforts.
The Mason City Globe-Gazette notes that taking a swing at Aldrich does not appear unpopular, reflecting on public sentiment and political tensions surrounding the figure.
A card certifies all druggists will refund money if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure cough or cold. It claims the product stops the cough heals the lungs and prevents pneumonia and consumption. It contains no opiates and is sold in a yellow package by A. W. Morgan, druggist.
Henry Liebbe of Foster and Liebbe returned from a trip to Oskaloosa with an order for plans and specifications for a large three story business house for Sam Baldauf north of the Frankel Block now nearing completion on the square. He also inspected Beacon public school for safety with the local board. A Muscatine native, Liebbe is regarded as a leading state architect. A gang of tramps captured two owls near Summit and gave them to Jule McCoskry who plans to exhibit them in a cage.
The Journal notes G A R and W R C Company C will attend a divine service at local churches tomorrow. Edward Ogilvie completes a third Oak Grove school term and is presented a gold pen by scholars. Ladies win drill contest with 88 to 85.
Cornelia Kane Rathbone’s June Century verse describes a sweet path lined with goldenrod asters and climbing vines. Bees and crickets sing while butterflies and pines decorate the way as a beloved route for the speaker’s true love to pass daily.
A school exercise ends with Mary improvising a chorus line during a performance. The teacher encourages sticking with the song and making up filler words if needed. The anecdote notes a wreath of roses and a playful, if awkward, moment.
Poem notes a grandfather clock standing in a gloomy hall keeping time with a steady tick and chime. The poem acknowledges a year-old shock and references Harold Susman and a June Woman's Home Companion appearance near Buffalo.
Literary essay argues many businessmen fail due to quitting early. It claims persistence unlocks greater achievement than most expect, noting that perseverance can turn latent potential into realized success. The piece urges steadfast focus and continued effort.
An editorial from The Book-Keeper for May argues perseverance wins. It cites Edison and Grant, praising stubborn focus and steady effort over discouragement. It compares natural resilience to industrial achievement, urging preparation and persistent pursuit of a chosen goal.
Alma Ta dema reveals a quirky superstition centered on the number seventeen. He notes meeting his wife at seventeen, wedding house number seventeen, building work begun on August 17, 1885, and moving into the house on November 17, 1886, linking personal milestones to the number.
A. Barton Hepburn president of Chase National Bank argues American business men overpay in time and strength for wealth and prominence. His Century essay discusses conditions and ethical obligations of rich men, promising an inspiring read.
Birth announced for a daughter to Mr and Mrs Fred Crow on May 17. Mrs A C Brandt of Muscatine visiting at country home. Lial Nagle attended to business in Muscatine. Miss Cora Reeves of Pine Mills visiting Fred Crow. Funeral held for Lloyd Brei son of Mr and Mrs Henry Brei near Redwood officiated by Rev C M Olander. Mrs Abriam Gatton seen passing through town. Lizzie Brase of Muscatine visiting C K Beatty. Memorial program to be held at Lutheran church Sunday May 30 all invited.
An ad claims kidney and bladder diseases cause pain in the back groin and limbs and lead to diseases like Brights and dropsy. It touts DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills as immediate effective, soothing and curative, citing a Jackson Georgia case and offering a free trial by mail from E C DeWitt & Co Chicago.
In a Venetian villa, La Signorina confronts Worth after he admits forging invitations to a ball. He demands marriage or exposure to police, but she rejects him and orders him to leave, warning she will inform authorities if he does not go. The encounter ends with a struggle and her threat to seek justice.
Emma Reichet of Drury visits daughter Mrs Charles Schnier on Friday. Muscatine pair Mr and Mrs John Fenrest visit Wm Parchet family Sunday. Fred Kelley family visited B Kelley near Edgington Sunday. Frank Thomas’s wife spends Monday with sick list member Mrs John Reixsinger. Rosa Danner of Illinois City visits Kate Thomas Saturday night. Lula Morehead and Kate Winegard visit Stella Thomas Monday. Emma Schmidt of Edgington visits sister Hans Parcher family Sunday. Jesse Hayes and Frank Thomas visit friends in Muscatine Friday. Dan Winegard and Philip Fohr call on friends in Illinois City Saturday. Anna Roberts and Emma Schnier call in Hlinets City Monday. Charley Roberts of Edgington visits Art Roberts Sunday. Emil Zeigler family spend Sunday with Molly Vetter family. Otto Zeigler and Frank Thomas deliver hogs at Taylor Ridge Monday.
An old advertisement proclaims Electric Bitters relieve dyspepsia and associated liver and kidney troubles. It promises relief or no pay and directs readers to Havercamp's Prescription Drug Store for purchase at 50 cents.
Prairie brief out of White Prairie Louisiana reports multiple family visits from Duffee Hucke Crispen and Morgan households. Grange meeting postponed to June 10 and the White Prairie school box supper set for June 3 with dialogues recitations and songs. Farmers report corn planting largely finished.
An old advertisement touts Lane's Family Medicine as a pleasant herb tea that aids digestion and bowels, purifies blood, cleanses skin, and cures headaches and backaches. Druggists sell it for 25 cents.
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