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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1902
Page
3
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A brief item notes irregular phrasing about local elections including clerk, recorder, attorney, and supervisor positions. It suggests ballot questions or terms but lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes. The readable fragments indicate a focus on municipal offices and potential campaigns.
A call announces a Republican delegate convention at Muscatine City Hall on Friday October 10 1902 at 8 p m. Delegates are to nominate township officers including assessor clerk one trustee two justices of the peace and two constables. Representation is based on wards and votes cast for Governor Cummins in 1901.
The article notes Connecticut and other Midwestern states cutting from Bryanism, with George Fred Williams and Alexander Troup fading from influence. It says Bryan’s six year dominance in New England politics is collapsing as Iowa Wisconsin Indiana and Michigan defect, while Ohio shows tentative support to a possible heir apparent.
President Palma of Cuba rejects reciprocal limits that would curb commerce and stresses open ports and broad commercial ties with all nations. The remark suggests an end to the proposed special reciprocity arrangements with Cuba.
The piece cites Judge A M Rose of Little Rock at the American Bar association meeting in Saratoga arguing against public publicity and new constitutional powers to curb trusts. It questions Democratic sincerity, noting southern leaders' opposition to proposed anti trust measures and price controls.
The 1901 United States mineral output totals 1 092 224 380 with coal and iron dominating. Coal products exceed gold and silver value, illustrating rapid long term growth and the strong case for continued republican rule.
A newspaper editor explains a typographical slip in Tuesdays issue. The piece clarifies it should read progress not profess and disputes the notion that Democrats are waging war on trust magnates like J. P. Morgan.
The Massachusetts bureau of statistics shows the average annual family support costs are $96.94 higher per year than in 1897 and the laboring man’s average income has increased $164.73 since 1897, leaving him $67.79 better off now. The trend holds across the country.
Sidelights notes Victor Dolliver will be active in Iowa campaigns speaking from Maine to Oregon. He appears to push his older brother as an orator, intensifying public attention on the family in political discourse.
Readers are warned that the corn shuckers stories mirror vast growth trends and may lead to a forthcoming startling development likely to capture public attention.
Letts claims not only gas coal and oil but also gold found in a well hidden beneath the region's fertile soil.
The automobile has become naturalized in Muscatine with residents initially astonished, then accustomed to cars on every street corner as everyday life adjusts to the new sight.
Old soldiers gather for Muscatine County reunion. The county, noted for sending more men to the war than any other in the state, aims for a successful event today.
The essay praises Bob Cousins for his eloquence and logical critique of the Democratic Party. It suggests his approach could prompt Democrats to question Judge Wade's absence or stance. The tone hints at internal party scrutiny and potential leadership questions.
Farmers favor Judge Smith's counsel to avoid the corn fields for a day to protect prices rather than risk a larger loss by working the field for a small portion of the crop.
The census directory reports 16 000 residents age 17 and over and a school census of 18 000 for ages 5 to 21. The contrast suggests younger residents slightly outnumber older in Muscatine’s population.
The Democratic Congressional Committee leads the campaign on the Kansas City platform, while chairman notes that is the only democracy they know till the next national convention. Judge Wade says he would refuse a nomination on that platform and backs the so called democratic aristocracy in pushing traditional party fighters aside.
The chairman says the democrats have subsisted on misfortune. Veterans who fought battles under adversity were rejected and told to step aside. Judge Wade, the loyal Cleveland Democrat, now holds the whip and asks former foes to aid in regaining party control.
The Lehigh Valley Railroad offers rapid service with double track stone ballast and an automatic electric block signal system throughout the line. Through tickets allow a stop-over at Niagara Falls en route to New York or Philadelphia.
Amusements notes Charles H. Hoyt's first success A Bunch of Keys now in its fifteenth year. The play remains Hoyt's greatest comedy with farcical tendencies, presented in a bright up to date 20th century production.
The Uncle Josh Spruceby company will stage a large noon parade at the Grand on October 7. Press agent Heckman promises a novel and unique event as the big band dressed in rustic and military garb performs a splendid concert. The parade is expected to draw a lively crowd similar to a Barnum & Bailey day.
Manager Kemble records Two Merry Tramps as the season’s big farce comedy event. The playful title appears in his date book as the laughing night of 1901 1902.
J F Crosby Jr of East Lynne Co is son of a railroad president and headlines the revival at the Grand tonight. Inez Forman stars as Lady Isabel with a noted theater reputation and ties to the El Paso Northwestern railroad. The production promises sumptuous, modern accessories and strong supporting cast including Terris and Brooklyne.
The line proclaims double track, stone ballast, and magnificent trains. Dining cars are available a la carte on all through tickets to New York and Philadelphia.
Ottumwa Courier defends Rooseveltism as foundational to national prosperity. It argues trusts must be controlled, legitimate business protected, and illegal capital eliminated. It calls for reciprocity, tariff as a separate issue, and urges voters to elect John F. Lacey to support Roosevelt’s program.
Washington observers doubt Iowa congressman Hepburn can or will secure the speakership. They note his strong rivalries and rigid rules stance, plus health issues and a free‑lance temper that clash with the duty of presiding officer. If he runs, Washington could be surprised. if not, Iowa loses its bid to control the chair.
The First ward Republicans meet at Excelsior hose house Monday October 6 at 8 o clock to select 18 delegates for the republican township convention on October 10 and to transact other business. Wm. Van Zyl, Committeeman.
Republicans of the Second ward will meet at City Hall on Monday evening October 6 at 8 o'clock to choose 20 delegates for the Republican township convention on October 10 and to transact other business. Chas. P. Hanley.
The Republicans of the Third ward meet on Monday evening October 6 at 8 o clock to select 22 delegates for the Republican township convention on Oct 10 and to transact other business. Luther M. Woods.
The Republicans of the Fourth Ward will meet at the Relief Hose House at 10 o'clock to select 19 delegates for the Republican town meeting. Frank Fisher is mentioned in connection with the event.
Notice is hereby given that the Republicans of Montpelier township will hold their caucus to nominate township officers and transact other business on the 6th day of October.
Julius Welsch, Committeeman, calls a meeting at Pine Mill at two o'clock in the afternoon on the date in question.
Jno G Farmer announces round trip homeseekers excursions on the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway. Tickets valid on the first and third Tuesdays of June to October to lands in North Western Iowa, Southern Minnesota and Southwestern South Dakota. Rates available at principal stations browse via the railroad route. Cedar Rapids division contact.
The partnership known as Luellen and Schra der in Muscatine Indiana dissolves by mutual consent. W. R. Luellen continues the business at 222 East Second Street and will pay all debts. all outstanding accounts are to be paid to him.
Nickel Plate announces excursion rates to New York with tickets on sale October 3 through 6. Travel must begin in New York by October 14. Reservations and sleeping car space info available from John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 113 Adams St., Chicago.
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