Illinois River Bridge Yet Undrawn Despite Effort
The Illinois river has a single bridge from its mouth to Ottawa lacking a draw. In 1906 an attempt aimed to force Burlington to build a swinging bridge, but the War Department urged waiting for Congress on the deep waterway plan. Colonel Zinn will send findings to the Secretary of War in Washington soon.
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Controversy Over Q Bridge Obstruction to Illinois River
A legal complaint challenges the Q Bridge on the Chicago Burlington Quincy at LaSalle as an obstruction to navigation. Ottawa La Salle Peru and Henry residents join the Illinois rivers and lakes commission and Illinois park commission in seeking reconstruction and a permitful rebuilding to restore access to Starved Rock and enable the deep waterway project.
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Bankers report on Illinois road conditions and dirt roads
The Illinois Bankers' association committee surveyed 430 townships across 98 counties to assess road conditions and the use of road drags. They found 2943 miles of dragged dirt roads in good condition, noting the drag's rising popularity and comparing Illinois with Iowa's improvements.
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Liniment claims speedy ankle sprain cure
A patent style notice states a sprained ankle may be cured in four days by applying Chamberlaints Liniment per bottle directions. Sold by A J Ironmonger and T J Segraves, druggists.
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Road repairs and highways in politics and policy
A Washington dinner honored M Chargueraud of France praising France roads as the best model. They discuss that rapid road building requires ongoing upkeep, efficient maintenance, and funding. U.S. asks for a stitch in time approach and notes Europe as example while politics cover convention plans and tariff board funding.
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Marshall County Sunday School Convention Opens with Programs
The 48th annual Marshall County Sunday School convention convenes June 18 at the Presbyterian church in La Rose with three sessions through Wednesday. Delegates from La Rose receive a warm welcome. officers are president PF N Rood and secretary Miss Jeanie Watkins. The program covers morning, afternoon, and evening sessions with songs, greetings, department reports, and discussions on topics from temperance to Sunday School administration.
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Thunderbolt knocks down horses near Tonica storm
Marion Kays reports a thunder bolt struck while driving near Tonica. Both horses fell but recovered. Kays did not feel the shock. Galesburg enacts annual fee for city poles. Bradford native Horace Blaisdell dies leaving 69 descendants. Judd family reunion set for Vernona home of T D Judd. Rutland to erect a farmer elevator. site basement excavation underway.
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Consolidation Battle Over Two Groveland School Districts
Taxpayers of La Salle counties Groveland town ship file quo warranto to force Dana area school directors to prove authority in a bid to form a consolidated district. The People ex rel allege improper signing and remonstrance tactics behind the push to unite districts 4 and 5.
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Charles Whetzel
Willian Koenigen
John Vissering
Mathias F Bane
Martin T. Bane
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R. M. Pritchett
C P. Jones
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Ludge Eldredge
Hirdex
Illinois Suffrage Campaign Moves to Referendum Vote
The suffrage forces in Illinois began plans for a statewide campaign ending in a referendum vote next November on women's suffrage. To get this referendum will require the signature of 100,000 voters.
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Dean's Kidney Pills touted for backache relief
An advertisement claims backache stems from weak kidneys and promotes Dean's Kidney Pills. Mrs Mary Mungle of Lacon NL testifies that after years of use the pills relieve kidney distress and back pain.販
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Speed Violation Season Brings Illinois Auto Law Synopsis
A district attorney has prepared a synopsis of Illinois automobile speed laws for seasonal violators. It outlines permissible speeds in various areas, requirements to signal when approaching others, and duties to identify after accidents. It also details passing rules when overtaking horse-drawn vehicles and signaling for safe passage.
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Old age joy with Chamberlain's Tablets for digestion
An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as suited for middle aged and older people to strengthen digestion and keep bowels regular. It notes the tablets are mild and gentle and are sold by A J Ironmonger and T J Segraves, druggists.
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Trials of a Country Editor Highlight Press Pitfalls
A country newspaper editor describes conflicting reader demands from relatives and buyers, including privacy requests, price disclosures, marriage notices, and late criticism when news is withheld. The piece shows tension between public notice needs and individual sensitivities.
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