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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1902
Page
4
The smallpox case involving Hugh Shaw shows little change in condition. A strict quarantine is in place at the house, funded by the city since yesterday. Two officers rotate duties to maintain constant surveillance. no imminent spread is seen, and debates on handling the case continue.
A local item notes Lent starts on February 12 this year, with winter easing and a shorter season. An Ohio regiment bound for the Philippines passes through Moline, altering local activity.
Eons Plurteon forms Flying leutehman bowling team with organizer Leo Elm stot Carl custua John Hammerteh and Mr Crabba. They seek to challenge rivals while another team is planned to boost alley competition.
Judge H W Trimble of Princeton convened the January term of Rock Island county circuit court at 4 pm. Grand jury impaneled. J W Simonson named foreman. Six cases dismissed at day’s end. Magistrates met with Hog Island county bar. note of routine streamlined procedures.
Oil investment pitch urges readers to call the Journal office for particulars on a likely profitable venture. Warns time is short to secure stock before the opportunity ends.
Joan Hicke, a west Galesburg area farmer, died after being found Monday night with severe bruising and lacerations near a wire fence. He appeared to have frostbitten hands and feet and suffered fatal injuries in the incident. The report includes unrelated advertisements for health remedies.
Mr and Mrs A G Carson entertained close friends at home for their wooden anniversary. Guests included the bunch who presented a rocker and family heirloom furniture from over a century ago. Norway souvenirs from Dr and Mrs Andreen stood out among gifts. The evening featured games and refreshments amid sociable chatter.
The Milwaukee and Chicago North Western railways relocate to consolidated offices at the foot of 7th street Rock Island with Stoddard heading both lines. Mead returns to Milwaukee cashier role as reorganizations unfold and G. Supt Besler and Div Supt Herry inspect track changes in three cities. Darius Miller named first vice president traffic for Q to oversee the road’s traffic department effective Jan 2. W. B. Leeds, new Rock Island president, will reside in Chicago for a year.
The Rock Island city council approved a house moving ordinance with a 25 dollar license. Structures must not exceed 23 feet in width or 24 feet in height. Wires cannot be cut. notice to authorities must be given and written consent from adjoining owners obtained. Special larger moves need city council approval. Penalty ordinance becomes effective ten days after publication.
The Moline library board meets tonight to decide on purchasing the site for the new building. A subscription list is nearly complete, as reported exclusively in the Journal Sunday morning.
The new Illinois Theatre will be owned by a stock company after G H Johnston completed negotiations. The deal places ownership in a corporation with local capitalists and impresarios Chamberlin and Kindt, who control a circuit of theatres. The move secures top road attractions for the season and mentions forthcoming performances. A joint-use stairway agreement with Otto Huber improves access and guarantees egress to the eastern alley and a future porte cochere.
The will of the late Christopher Schulz was admitted to probate in Rock Island County Court. The instrument, dated 1593, bequeaths all real and personal property to his wife Caroline Schulz who is named executrix without bond.
The New York Store announces a sale period named This Is the Week during which winter goods will be offered at deep discounts. Local shoppers are invited to shop for clearanced coats, boots, and accessories as inventory is moved.
Mrs Anderson Bearte Mia Alvina C Andraon reported dead at her home on 1727 18th Avenue at 1 10 41 P M. She was 26 and had been ill for one week. Further particulars expected tomorrow.
C B Booker & Company offers complete reception services with high grade tableware and on time delivery. They specialize in ice cream and provide prompt telephone orders and guaranteed reliable service for parties.
Exceptional manager announces a factory tour at the New York Store showcasing handling methods for dairy products including full cream milk whipping cream and choice butter. The Tri City Bottled Milk and Butter Co promotes quality cleanliness and purity during the demonstration.
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