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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1916
Page
3
Fragmentary text mocks President Wilson era vows. It references a Democratic platform commit to ban corporate campaign contributions and cap individual giving, noting congressional inaction despite frequent discussion of the pledge.
A public statement signed by over a hundred Davenport city leaders defends Judge Theophilus against political opposition. The letter lauds his integrity and Riverside County background, urges support from Muscatine and nearby counties, and cites the Davenport District Court tenure as proof of capability and impartiality. The Muscatine County Bar Association endorsement is highlighted as a supporting sentiment.
An adjoining column presents a forceful argument in favor of electing Candidate Stughes. The piece, attributed to Hon. Robert Bacon of New York, critiques political motives behind every policy of the present administration and urges voters not to back Mr Wilson who claims credit for keeping the country out of war.
The text debates the president’s attitude toward the Carranza government and the impact of policy vacillation. It contrasts watchful waiting with armed action, arguing more American lives have been lost in Mexico due to weakness than in the Spanish-American War, and questions supporting Wilson as a peace president amid shifting positions.
The Des Moines Capital polled editors across Iowa and predicted Harding would win the governor’s race by about two to one after a prior forecast favored Cox. The poll notes rural support rising for Harding and asserts the Capital’s figures are credible and likely to be borne out on election day.
Jim Thorpe oversees Lowestoft light for decades. A storm wrecks a ship leaving a baby girl on a rock ledge. He rescues and raises Emily Thorpe, the keeper’s daughter, who later longs to marry and leave him behind.
In Sioux City Hughes defends his record on labor, insurance, and governance. He vows no surrender of Adamson law and proposes an impartial inquiry commission to resolve the railroad dispute while addressing hecklers who demand clarity on his plans and nationwide impact.
The Aeolian literary society of the High school will present its program on Thursday October 26 following a meeting held yesterday afternoon. A playlet How They Keep No Secret features eight members. Milas Margaret Griffith and Misa Naomi Butler were named as representatives on the Auroran staff.
The Coastal Town Homeopathic Medical Society holds a quarterly convention tonight attended by physicians and surgeons from Cedar Rapids Davenport Muncatine and other Iowa cities. Main addresses by Dr. C. H. Coxewell Jr of Cedar Rapids on his experiences in France as a war Burgeon and Dr. H. F. Mason of Washington.
A 1900s style ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild laxative and liver aid. It claims instant liver benefits, avoids calomel, protects teeth, and relieves dullness from constipation and disordered liver. Available in 10g and 25c boxes at all druggists.
Chicago October 17. Hon Robert Bacon former Republican Senate candidate denounces President Wilson for demagogic remarks on war policy at Shadow Lawn and challenges him to defend his foreign policy. Bacon cites Bacon cites injuries to American lives in Mexico and questions military preparedness and the 1916 defense bill as inadequate and political.
A political broadside denounces insincerity in signing into law amid public demand for national defense. It questions claims the nation is not at war, condemns vacillation and weak foreign policy, and urges a strong, clear stance to command respect and peace. It argues that many Americans would not seek war and warns against misrepresenting public opinion for political gain.
A magazine style paragraph argues that local testimonials prove merit more than manufacturer claims. It cites a Muscatine resident, W H Hansen of 817 Grandview Ave, who used Dean's Kidney Pills after kidney pains and backache. Hansen reports relief after two boxes bought at Busch's Drug Store. Foster Milburn Co. promotes Dean's Kidney Pills Price 60c and $1.00 at dealers.
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