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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1902
Page
8
Construction moves forward on Deere & Company factory as a new electric power plant takes shape at the rear of the facility. The project aims for completion soon with a station valued around 100000 dollars, designed to run each department independently within the shop.
The forecast lists temperatures and conditions for Moline and surrounding area. Highs and lows are indicated with expected wind and precipitation chances, noting any notable swings. The report provides extended detail on regional weather patterns and daily temperature ranges.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference a special notice and a property listing. It mentions fast a Roy and four at hapae Bot with unclear details about a person and property. The readable items are insufficient for precise names or locations.
The board of local improvements opened bids this afternoon for paving projects. The list includes asphalt suppliers and contractors detailing rates and scope, with emphasis on the Fifteenth Street area.
A collage of business ads and notices lists suppliers and services in the area. Mentions hardwoods, insurance, real estate, cabinetmaking, ice delivery, furniture, bicycles and clothing goods, housing sales, rentals, and a serial story teaser. Includes firms like Tri City Tower Supply, Schulberg Bros, Moline Dye Works, and Fir Kins Swanson. Several addresses and contact notes appear for local merchants.
Iron Molders Union 237 completes plans for a social event for members and families at Industrial Home hall Saturday evening April 19. A program, refreshments, and dancing will follow the event. Committee members include Elmer Heck Mike McGovern Frank Phares Joseph Trimble Andrew Gilson Henry Stange Gus E Anderson Wm Delaney A Knowlton Wm Wilcox.
At a recent meeting the Highland Gun Club of Moline elected President Jo Rosborough Vice President Wo Wolters Secretary Fo Ho Hein Treasurer Jo Lindvall Captain Jo Cooper. Scores from the April target shoot include G Gilson 18 Fo Herbat 16 Wo Walters 14 and others.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions clothing items and pricing with references to sizes and samples. It references a clothing company and possible promotional text but lacks clear actions or outcomes.
A fragment describes a savings program linked to a local bank named Moline State Savings. It mentions monthly deposits from families, with women and children actively contributing small sums. The text hints at savings boxes or tanks housed at a trusted location and maintained by a company linked to the Barns Company, urging steady accumulation and community participation.
John A Goodmanson Jr of Moline West Rock Island died at noon after a convulsion at six in the morning at the family home. The funeral will be private tomorrow morning. Mr and Mrs Goodmanson inherit the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. Also advertised: men’s oil grain shoes priced at 1.19 at U S Clothing Co.
A taxpayer urges careful choice of asphalt for Fifteenth street bidding. He recalls Cedar Rapids and prior city pavements, warns against untested suppliers, and advocates selecting the best long term pavement over cheaper short term options.
Pleon formerly of Rock Tal Indo chef clerk at the Morrison Hotel is wanted by central station detectives on a charge following his appearance at the hotel yesterday morning. The case involves alleged theft of a suite and related events at the hotel. Pleon faces inquiries after leaving the scene with unresolved details.
James Whitfield’s death shocks Western Baseball League circles and prompts Western directors to consider M H Sexton for their presidency. Sexton says he will not consider the post until formally offered and notes his possible time away from Peoria during the season.
The Barber Company and Conway Company bid dispute was raised as the board opened bids for asphalt. Conway protested a prior rejection and claimed the sampler of brick asphalt had not been deposited by 9 am, while Western Supply Company was represented by W oA Meese. The discussion continued with objections and scrutiny of the bidding process.
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