Republican delegate convention called in Muscatine Township
The Muscatine township Republican central committee calls a convention at Muscatine City Hall on Friday Oct 10 1902 at 8 p m. Delegates vote for township officers including Assessor Clerk One trustee Two justices of the peace and Two constables based on ward representation and votes cast for Governor Cummins in 1901.
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Muscatine Township
Muscatine County
City of
Muscatine
Justices of the Peace
A. B. Cummins
Iits
Let the Tariff Alone and Let Confidence Reign
The piece argues against tariff tinkering citing 1893 when Cleveland won on free trade and a Democrat Congress. It recalls a broad tariff revision causing widespread business hedging and labor distress, warning that renewed reform proposals by Wade could again trigger uncertainty, curb capital, and stall new enterprises.
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Wade
Revision under Republican auspices risks disturbing current good times
The passage questions altering existing conditions, arguing that revision by the friends of protection may reduce danger but urges not to interfere. It uses the buzz saw metaphor to claim buzz saws are better left alone and favors maintaining the present state.
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Friends of Protection
Democratic Campaign Grapples With Trust Issue
James M. Griggs of Georgia admits liberal contributions from capital promoters while the Democratic committee plans to run on the belief that the party alone can tackle the trust question in the people's interest.
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James M. Griggs
Georgia
Democratic Congressional Committee
Roosevelt
Roosevelt seeks end to coal strike amid constitutional crisis
President Roosevelt may convene an extra session to empower Congress to intervene in the coal strike. Attorney General Knox could launch federal action testing the people’s right to essential goods, with eminent domain discussed as a possible tool. Washington debates legal pathways, public unrest grows, and a Detroit conference seeks rapid relief.
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Harold J. Mahin
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Abraham Lincoln
Congress
America
Washington
Knox
Coal Trust
Department of Justice
Detroit
New York
Army canteen ban sparks troop discipline dispute
Funston blames the army canteen ban for soldier demoralization in Colorado while contrasting with Bishop Potter who condemns saloons as worse outside. The writer argues good order requires better not relocated evils and maintaining strict military discipline.
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Funston
Department of Colorado
Bishop Potter
Judge Wade’s Kansas City speech leaves voters unsure
Sidelights note Judge Wade’s 11 column speech fails to reveal likely actions if he reaches Washington. The piece highlights the Washington conference urgency for coal operators and miners to avert further home hardships. It also condemns Holada for his alleged acts, urging confinement away from other homes.
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Judge Wade
Washington
Holada
Rebels Press Union Veterans in Washington With Gentle Message
Two rebel colonels spoke to Union veterans in Washington delivering a goodwill message from the South. They would not acknowledge errors of about 40 years ago. Still, a spirit of magnanimity was evident and welcomed.
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Washington
Signatures Requested for Journal Communications
Some readers send communications to the Journal without signatures. The paper urges writers to sign their names so the Journal knows who writes each piece. If a writer prefers anonymity, they may note that request. The column may be published without signature or not at all depending on the nature.
Nickel Plate rail fare Chicago to New York round trip
Chicago to New York and return fare 23.30 on Nickel Plate road. Travel October 3–6 with return by October 14 1902. Three daily trains with vestibuled sleeping cars. Dining cars offer American Club meals 35c–$1.00 or a la carte. Chicago depot Harrison St and 5th Ave, City Ticket office 111 Adams St. Contact John Y. Calahan, 1138 Adams St., Chicago.
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Nickel Plate Road
New York
Chicago
Harrison St
5Th Ave
Adams St
Central
John Y. Calahan
Joshua Chosen Leader to Enter Canaan with Divine Aid
The Exodus generation fades as Joshua, Moses’ adjutant, rises at eighty five to lead Israel into Canaan. He gathers troops, orders victuals, and dispatches Jericho spies while divine promises assure victory. The crossing of the Jordan marks a divinely sanctioned, armed advance.
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Joshua
Moses
Promised Land
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Ephraim
Egypt
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White Mountain
Lebanon
Euphrates
Great River
Jehovah
Burlington Man Injured In Muscatine North and South Wreck
A Burlington doctor, J. S. Caster, was injured in a Muscatine North and South Railway Monday wreck near Grandview. Caster suffered a badly sprained right shoulder and several bruises as cars derailed after a rail spread between Wapello and Muscatine. Passengers in the affected coach were shaken up, but Caster can move about despite his injuries.
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Grandview
J. S. Caster
Burlington
Burlington Gazette
Muscatine
Wapello
Caster
Acre Trade Prompt: Buy an Acre From Titus and Jackson
An advertisement promotes purchasing an acre in a favorable location from Titus & Jackson, suggesting it costs less than buying a single lot. The pitch emphasizes value and location as key factors for buyers.
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Titus & Jackson
Unclaimed Letters at Muscatine Post Office Week Ending Oct 1 1902
List of remaining uncalled names in the Muscatine Iowa post office for the week ending October 1 1902. Men and women letters include Barnard Besmehr Bird Boeger Duval Gates Gross Lines Law Martin Moore O Brien Patric Sable Scan nell Thirman Tourner White White Wooley and several ladies with Miss and Mrs titles. Advertised request to mention by letter. Wm L Roach P M.
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Muscatine
Iowa
M. . Barnard
Fred Besmehr
E. P. Bird
E. A. Boeger
J. E. Duval
W. T. Gates
W. B. Gross
J. W. Lines
David Law
A. H. Martin
R. W. Moore
James R. O'Brien
Mat Patric
Dave Sable
Willie Scannell
Wm. L. Roach
P. M
One Fare for Round Trip to Boston by Nickel Plate Road
Round trip fare to Boston October 7 to 11 via Nickel Plate road for Brotherhood of St. Andrews meeting. Deposit tickets in Boston and pay 50 cents fee to extend return to November 12. Vestibuled sleeping cars and first class service. Low rates to all New England points. John Y. Calahan Chicago invites inquiries.
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Boston
Nickel Plate Road
Brotherhood of St. Andrews
New England
John Y. Calahan
Adams St
Chicago
Farmer and Tariff Refrain Stirs a Household Debate
Dialogue between a farmer and a Democrat frames tariff reform as a cause of rising prices and trusts. The farmer cites higher costs for plow, harvester, nails, range, land, and clothing, while noting animal prices and wages have shifted, ending with the son Mary exposing price contrasts in carpet and hog sales.
People's Pulpit Column Statement
A newspaper note states the Journal provides a medium for writers to express ideas and does not endorse or oppose the sentiments published.
Sermon Comment on Rev J L Murphy That Sunday Evening
Editor notes Rev Murphy on Poverty and Riches. Paralels Pharisees of Christ’s day and modern money worship. Lazarus versus rich man shows true wealth is godliness and eternal life. Physical death does not alter moral character. fortune may hide virtue’s worth. Lazarus stands as heir to this world and the life to come.
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Coxey
Bill
Nothc!r
Mary
J. L. Murphy
Jesus
Lazarus
Earth
Heaven
Hell
Paul
Pharasee
Empty Bin Haunts Dem Campaign in Local Election
A local scene centers on an empty bin critique raised during campaign chatter. Residents note mounting waste and call for clearer garbage collection plans from the party. Officials pledge review of services and outreach to voters.
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