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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1902
Page
3
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Auditor of State B F Carroll Davis County Treasurer of State G B Gilbertson Winnebago County Attorney C W Mullan Black Hawk County Supreme Judge Scott M Ladd O'Brien County Rail E A Dawson Insurance Commissioner Bremer County
Muscatine County Republicans will hold a delegate convention at the Muscatine courthouse on September 13 1902 at 11 a m. Delegates represent townships and wards based on one per township and ward plus one per 20 votes or fraction of 10 over for Governor Cummins in 1901. The meeting aims to nominate candidates for county offices including Auditor Clerk Recorder Attorney and two supervisors. Per order of J C Coster chairman and C P Hanley secretary.
The Des Moines Capital declares the Iowa Republican campaign to begin October first and to pursue it with energy. It urges unity behind the congressional nominees and a strong push for victory, noting enough support exists for one party. It also reflects on Horace Boies’s governorship as a cautionary tale.
The Cedar Rapids editor asks the Sioux City Journal to explain why divorces persist at the same rate as marriages in a single court term. The piece notes the unusual balance of family law filings in the city.
Abram S. Hewitt argues the coal strike aims to grant unions power to set wage and labor terms across fields, threatening employment for nonunion workers. He warns that labor freedom, private property, and individual liberty cannot be arbitrated, while critics note union influence and nonunion workers facing constraints hinder settlement prospects.
The Washington Iowa Press comments on Sam Small confessing he was drunk and lacking excuse. It notes his long opposition to prohibition but says his relapse is the gravest fault, calling for pity rather than jeers.
Citizens discuss Wade as the likely nominee in Iowa City tomorrow. The piece recalls two years ago when Democrats believed Vollmer would win the district, a prediction that did not hold as history repeats itself.
The article contrasts the democratic and republican platforms, noting the two parties’ positions and suggesting the Republican platform leads in progress and wisdom. The piece emphasizes a stark distinction and implies momentum for the Republicans.
A driver who refused a thousand dollars to give up his place in the president’s landau on the day of a fatal accident now regrets the decision. The remark captures a lasting sense of responsibility and the possible consequences of that choice.
The president speaks to southern audiences, drawing praise for endorsing a conservative gospel while not wavering from public policy. He stresses consistent stance on issues and avoids softening positions to seek favor.
A $550 reward is offered for information leading to the capture of the person who killed a human. The item notes that incentive should spur special effort and that the mystery may be cleared up someday.
In Bryan, local Democrats accuse a Second District group led by a national committeeman of selfish aims to seize control of the party, leaving Bryan activists feeling sidelined.
The speaker to voters claims ongoing Republican policies will steer the nation wisely. He asserts the need to maintain current party approaches to government and economic matters.
A brief note forecasts corn reaching full ripeness before the first frost threat. Farmers watch weather patterns and field conditions as harvest readiness grows.
The Official Guide from the National Railway Publishing Company covers US, Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico and Cuba with 1120 pages of timetable changes maps and officials lists. The September issue is on sale for 75 cents.
Through tickets to New York or Philadelphia via the Lehigh Valley railroad permit a stopover at Niagara Falls without extra charge, offering travelers a chance to view the falls en route. The policy emphasizes convenience for long distance riders and encourages sightseeing en route to major eastern cities.
Special Correspondence from Halifax Nova Scotia Sept 1 1902 describes a 51 hour St Johns to Halifax voyage via Reid Newfoundland and Intercolonial railway. The writer tours Cape Breton Louisburg Sydney and Halifax noting forts ports industry and the imperial garrison presence. He praises Nova Scotia as a summer resort and previews a move toward Evangeline country.
Republicans of Fruitland township meet at Lone Tree schoolhouse on September 19 at 8 30 p m to elect four delegates to the county convention and nominate a township ticket. Moscow township caucus set for September 11 at 7 o clock to choose four delegates to the county convention per order committee man.
Notice names a Montpelier township caucus on Wednesday September 10 at 2 PM at August Schrader store to elect four delegates for the county convention on the 13th and to handle other business as needed. Initius Welsch.
The republicans of Lake township will meet in caucus Thursday evening September 11 at 8 oclock at Lucas Grove school house to select delegates to the county convention and to transact such other business as may come before the caucus. T. J. Hoopes, Com.
Republicans of Seventy Six Township will meet in caucus on Friday September 12 at 7 oclock p m for nominating a township ticket and electing four delegates to attend the county convention per order.
The Ottumwa Courier reports Republican leaders in Des Moines argue against tariff changes that could demoralize business, calling it far from democratic doctrine.
Keokuk Gate City reports Hon. John E. Craig was nominated by First district Democrats due to his advocacy of free silver. The state convention then refused to declare for unlimited coinage of silver, creating an embarrassing contradiction for the First district Democrats.
Bloomington township caucus at Kalorama school house elected William Hendricks chairman and J C Stuart secretary. Delegates chosen to attend the county convention with power to fill vacancies or cast township vote. Delegates include John Parks J C Stuart Ed Barnard Cyrus Satterthwaite George Shoemaker and William Hendricks.
A rollicking farce comedy filled with humorous situations and song comes to the Grand opera house on Wednesday night. The show promises lively entertainment and a cure for a bad dinner with catchy wit and merriment.
Humor shines in a staged reading of Camilles by Miss Morgan at the Grand Opera House on Thursday September 11. The piece contrasts intense emotion with witty relief, promising lively entertainment for patrons.
A Little Outcast is praised for its swing breeziness vigor and American tone. It is described as often exciting humorous and always interesting. The piece notes a Grand event on Saturday September 13.
The Iowa Central Railway introduces a sleeping car service from St. Paul and Minneapolis to Kansas City St Louis and Peoria for faster travel and convenience. The Limited departs Elrick Junction daily at 7 57 a m for Peoria and points east. See local ticket agent.
Des Moines observers contrast the republican and democratic state platforms. Republicans tout widespread prosperity and contrast it with past democratic rule. democrats attack current conditions while omitting issues like disfranchisement and unrest. The piece notes the democrats’ pessimistic tone and contrasts with the GOP optimism.
The piece lauds national prosperity under Republican policies, praising Roosevelt for curbing large combinations and urging continued tariff revisions, reciprocity, and reform of the interstate commerce act to curb discrimination and prevent monopolies. It defends home industry protection and economic independence.
The declaration argues tariff reform to a revenue basis and ضد trusts. It calls for vigorous action against monopolies, outlawing inter state freight discrimination, and empowering penalties and imprisonment for officers in interstate commerce violations. It stresses reducing tariffs and curbing corporate power to aid workers and the public.
A call praising a firm policy in the Philippines as bringing peace and progress, urging an end to contention and support for civil government. It condemns the Philippine war as an abuse of American ideals and argues for self government and eventual choice by the Philippines to remain part of the United States or become independent.
Iowa notes catalog plans for new industry railroads and civic projects. Cather ine Barrett aged 114 remains active in LaPorte. Iowa City raises 10000 for a 25000 soap factory. Des Moines minister Rev M C Waddell dies of stomach cancer in Des Moines. Iowa Hematite Railway lien filed for 1590000 to build electric line from Lansing to Decorah via Waukon to develop local iron mines. Miss Josephine Mekkelson dies in Africa after missionary service. Rail upgrades include ninety pound rails on Rock Island line between Ainsworth and Fairfield. Anna Monk killed by engine near Langworthy. Oskaloosa sees a 200000 power plant and car system, Lacey hotel at 75900, Iowa Central and Burlington rail improvements, Y M C A building at 40000, and brick paving of about 40000.
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