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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1902
Page
3
For Recorder for Attorney for Supervisor for Supervisor eee .M. Bernick. The fragment reads as an election notice or civic designation referencing official titles and a person named Bernick, suggesting a political or legal appointment context.
A list of candidate names appears for county offices including Assessor Clerk Trustee and Justice Peace. The field shows several individuals such as David Vanatta J E Coe and others like F W Eversmeyer Luther M Woods J A McCormack and J B Mark.
Tuesday October 14 Lone Tree Johnson county. Wednesday October 15 Marengo Iowa county. Thursday October 16 Bryant Clinton county. Friday October 17 Toronto Clinton county. Saturday October 18 Dixon Scott county.
Secretary Shaw argues for a lenient drawback on raw materials at a New Haven speech. He defines raw material, contrastsOre at mine mouth as finished product, and explains how duties can be rebated to exporters under existing provisions. He warns about opponents seeking full duties removal and emphasizes protections for labor.
The speaker argues protection benefits American labor and the economy, citing rising manufacturing imports per capita from 1860 to 1902 and the need for more liberal drawback provisions. He notes European rivals offer greater encouragement to British exporters, urges logic over clamor, and observes no unified Democratic campaign strategy across the state.
The Iowa City Republican criticizes Gov. Cummins stance on tariffs citing his Chicago speech. It argues reciprocity mirrors damaging free trade and notes Cummins omitted a Minneapolis proposal to have legislatures regulate commodity prices, likening it to England’s old price limits.
The passage notes Judge Wade’s insistence on secrecy about his location and William Hoffman’s directive to the public about where he stands. It portrays Wade as strong in keeping information from the people while Hoffman tells readers where he is.
A line of thinking favors returning eleven Republican congressmen to Washington to preserve Iowa’s standing and sustain the most dependable Republican majority in the nation.
In bright fall weather Iowa voters feel the exhilaration and are placed in a mood favorable to Republicans, who hope for success as the season lifts optimism and spirits.
Frank O. Lowden, an Iowa native who found success in Chicago, will address the people of Muscatine on October 23. The event promises lively republican entertainment and is billed as well worth listening to.
Muscatine will establish a society as an adjunct to the library. It aims to become a real live organization in town and is sure to attract much attention.
The week of Iowa weather drew praise for its rarity. The writer notes a curious blend of northern cold and southern moisture, suggesting the state seems folded into a new climate zone.
All district counties including Democrats acknowledge Muscatine will loyally support its home candidate. The county’s pride is on the line as it tests its resolve and aims to avoid disappointing those who expect Hoffman to receive a strong endorsement.
The text argues the Republican Party acts as a unified whole from national to county levels when it holds a working majority in Congress, while portraying the Democratic Party as fractured by numerous ideologies and internal divisions among its representatives.
The text notes expectations for a new and unlike prior Judge Way speech, hinting it could appear soon. It mentions democracy’s tendency for rapid shifts, a current focus on free trade, and the party’s cycle of restarting ahead of an election.
The piece argues that even with U S mills at full capacity the demand remains unmet and imports of iron and steel have surged in 1902 while exports decline. It cites Treasury data: eight months through August show imports up by 11 million dollars and exports down by nearly 5 million, with August alone up over 2 million. It notes widespread increases across steel classes and calls on voters to support continued industrial activity.
Iowa items note Hubbell O Soper sentenced to two years in the penitentiary for swindling with an alleged tin washer. Crawford county votes on a $75900 courthouse at November general election. Great Western railway line Ft. Dodge to Omaha expected in service by Dec 1. A ward for dipso maniacs to be set in Cherokee hospital. some patients moving from Mt Pleasant. John Hansen near Alton, drunk, shot wife over money from washing. she will die. The piece closes with a Mahin’s Magazine moral on disciplined effort.
William Hoffman republican candidate for congress opens the campaign in Muscatine with a full speech printed in the Republican emphasizing good government and prosperity. He argues the party is with the people and presents clear remedies and positions to voters in the Second district.
Washington bureau reports growing public anger at operators led by President Baer who refused union recognition. Miners clash with troops as output plunges. substitutes for coal like kerosene bricks and briquette fuel from Germany are tested, with oil heating and imports under consideration.
A Republican view from Iowa City argues the so called Iowa idea is a misworded plank. They claim the real national Republican idea must stand without amendments to suit politicians. The piece cites leaders Allison Dolliver Hepburn Lacey Cousins Hull and asserts prosperity follows the party in power.
Des Moines Capital reports Senator Allison in his opening speech asserts the tariff does not build up or foster trusts. He argues Republicans are not off the tariff issue and that Democrats offer no remedy for trusts except repeal of the tariff, which he rejects.
In Topeka, Mr. Bryan rises to a leading role at the Capital as the publication marks a new era. The move signals a shift in leadership and sets plans for enhanced coverage and community focus.
Sioux City Journal quotes Judge Wade advising that satisfaction with existing conditions should lead to voting the republican ticket and warns against allowing matters to worsen by not voting the same ticket. The piece suggests the Journal itself could improve on the sentiment.
Sioux City Journal notes Judge Wade will not quit his bench to pursue a congressional seat. The piece frames his plan as maintaining his current post while seeking a broader political goal, using a proverb to illustrate the gamble.
Iowa City citizens debate Judge Wade’s stance on key issues while Hon. William Hoffman is noted for clear positions. The discussion centers on where Wade aligns on political and legal questions in the local arena.
Iowa Central railway sells to bona fide landseekers at one fare plus 2 dollars to homeseeker points in Minnesota and North Dakota. Tickets are valid for 21 days and available on any Tuesday. For details contact Iowa Central ticket agents.
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