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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1902
Page
8
Forecast outlines expected temperatures and conditions for Moline, noting recent high and low temperatures. The report references standard meteorological measures and mentions the prior day's peak temperature, with general guidance for the coming period.
Fragmented ad copy lists Knox frame shops Mullanes clothing and several small firms including Lockhart plumbing and Tri City Tower Supply. It mentions The Fair, cabinetmaker Cedarberg and morning light unions, with scattered prices and sales notes for two cent and four cent items amid noisy directory chatter.
A local dairy company offers fresh cottage cheese delivered daily to customers. The service highlights prompt delivery and a reliable supply, with details on order timing and potential pricing.
Ungrouped fragments describe Olson nearing danger point and a death at Cripple Creek. Mentions Murphy, family members George and Siam, and a planned gathering in Colorado Springs with other relatives. The text references a funeral or memorial context and local notices from April with scattered biographical cues.
The famous clairvoyant and palmist, Prof J A Bailey, will be available for a few days at 306 1th street Deere block corner 3d avenue to advise on life affairs.
Unclear OCR text references union negotiations and wage requests. The fragmented lines mention teamsters, pay demands, and ongoing discussions with employers or authorities shaping the dispute. Specifics such as dates, names, and places are not discernible from the readable content.
Fragmentary lines describe a puzzled poem or ballad titled A Song to April. The text references battles, figures Betts and Pybes, and places such as Clendenin. The snippet hints at hardship and ritual imagery with names and partial phrases scattered throughout.
The city council of Moline county Rock Eshind state orders a grading and paving project on Ptgets third street from Thurday to Seventh avenue. Assessment of the improvement is set for May 1, 1902 with ten installments and 4 percent interest. Objections may be made in court before the hearing date. payment begins with the first voucher issued. L. M Magill appointed to make the assessment.
In New York the Democratic club launches Senator David B Hill's bid for the presidency with a large turnout. Texans and New York leaders applaud the harmony plan, while Hill speaks asserting party unity and opposing the Lone Star state's influence.
An old Morris resident defends a torn flag on a schoolhouse staff as a patriotic lesson. The piece condemns anti flag actions, attacks the Republican party, and notes pamphlets circulating to defend the flag and denounce perceived insults to national symbols.
Viola Allen stars in the Palace of the King with a dramatic performance praised for its energy and emotional depth. The revue highlights strong acting, stage presence, and resolved climaxes that captivated the audience.
Local shop advertises a spring hat sale with a four day continuation and a 6 percent discount for cash. The terse notice highlights savings and prompt payment.
Edward Denny of Peru married Carrie Halm while his case was diagnosed as chickenpox by Peru physicians. Two hundred guests were exposed. The groom, taken seriously ill Saturday morning, was attended by Dr D P H Dugan of LaSalle who detected a virulent smallpox case. Strenuous efforts are under way in Peru to prevent spread.
Notice states Stewart crop No 47 MWA will meet there Wednesday evening to dispose of a matter from the previous meeting. A lady eight bushels will be sold cheap if taken at once. inquire at the Journal.
Langbehn's Bakery advertises fresh bread cakes and pies with specialties and custom orders. Readable text emphasizes daily offerings and prompt service despite fragmented phrasing.
The piece notes that while saving is wise, sometimes individuals must part with money and may even need to obtain funds from other sources. It discusses keeping credit intact and meeting cash needs as driving reasons to seek additional funds.
For temporary cash needs the lender offers loans from 10 to 500 dollars secured by furniture horses wagons or other personal property left in the borrower possession. No publicity or embarrassment.
Fidelity Loan Company Mitchell and Lynda Bik operate from Room 38 in Rock Island with office hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and evening hours on Wednesday and Saturday. Telephone number 1514.
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