Option secured on Velie ground for new library site
Rh A Marnard president of the library board says no steps yet to close the deal for the Velie lot but an option is secured for 80 days at 10000 dollars. A committee will examine plans and work on details so building can start when the season opens. Dozens of donors and local firms pledged support with subscriptions ranging from 25 to 500 dollars to fund the site purchase.
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A Marnard
Lbrary Board
Tnday
Velle
Barnard
HO Wo Cooper
Ho Deere
Geo Stephens
Joop Chapman
J M Gould
Emmaly
Velo
Barnard Moline Wagon Company
H A
Alnaworth
A Stephens
H A Barnard
James Atkinson
Sollee
Multamphiode Jow Nowe J
Alnawistmoa
Maria Datmock
Moline Heasing Construction Company
J T
Tom Sec
Missing Herman Jarigen Found? Disappearance Mystery in City
Herman Jarigen, age 66, vanished after leaving his boarding house for work at Deere & Company’s planing mill. Relatives fear the worst as no trace has surfaced since Wednesday morning December 11. He is described as 66, 5 feet 10 inches, mustache, from Oak Street area.
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Herman Jarigen
Carlson
Ry Nise
Vaud
de Vearea
Deere & Company
Phin
Complanter Works
Rock Island Men Buy Big Lumber Plant Deal
Mesary Herman Hansen and Harley Donaldson return from Dayton to finalize a deal with Willam Donaldson and others to own a general store and lumber works near Rock Island. Mr Beatisern heads to Dayton this month to take charge. Harmon Hansen plans summer relocation with his family. Walter Thomas Mute to speak at the Industrial Home Friday evening.
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Mesary
Herman Hansen
Harley Donaldson
Jay Ton Misa
Christ Mom Eve
Clare
Thes
Myr Donaldsons
Willam ¢E Donaldson
Bof
Dour Worka
Rock Island
Bieatisern
Dayton Oon
Flartey Donaldeen
Hansen
Mississippi Inter
Harmony Camp Installation Recalls Local Camp Officers
Harmony camp installs eight members with six initiated at the meeting led by state organizer Mrs Mary Moulcoabs. Officers named include Piast Cagle Mary trolled Crackle Mary TLundeen Vice Oracle Stella Casnes Chancellor Sophie Donal Recorder Chive Schafer Receiver Bla Swain Marsheb Vite Flower Assistant Moatsdam. A committee is set to plan a charity event for the poor and a separate group to obtain paraphernalia with upcoming regular meetings scheduled.
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Harmony
Mary Moulcoabs
Idkast
Piast Cagle
Mary
Bla Swain Marsheb
Moatsdam
Sentinel
Johnsen Manoxers Berle Nurten Hatry
Mary Riehard
Louise Milter
Police Court Report For March At Local Station
The monthly tally from Molite peedles station lists arrests in March across categories. Cases include possession of property, robbery, disorderly conduct, drunkenness, and profane language, with 47,000 released after processing.
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Molite Peedles
Poles
Cure Deafness by Constitutional Remedies Promoted
An advertisement claims deafness stems from an inflamed eustachian tube caused by catarrh. It asserts nine of ten cases correct with proper treatment and offers one hundred dollars for any case not cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. Sold by druggists and promoted by F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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Cheney & Co
Toledo
Halls Family
Identified death of Willam Welly from river drowning
A decayed body found Tuesday morning in the Davenport riverbed is identified as Willam Welly who worked on the steamer W J Young, Jr. He was last seen on Front Street and reportedly drank heavily before vanishing. Officials believe he may have fallen or entered the river. No known relatives in the area.
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Lowerend
Davenport
Willam Welly
W J Young
Kelly
Front Street
Suspended Supervisor Vanishes Amid Island Mystery
According to the Union a supervisor on Bark Island disappeared after a disturbance. The page notes age 26 and potential ties to local business figures amid ongoing searches and suspicions.
Reward Offered for Jewelry Lost at Island Arsenal
A reward is offered for the return of a diamond and sapphire tote with a phased steel setting lost at Kienk Island Arsenal. The item should be delivered to the journal office for payment.
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Amd
Oth Kienk
Davenport High School Notes and Upcoming Events
Readable notes highlight Davenport high school activities including a February graduation speaker from the University of Wisconsin and a focus on future commencement, with named seniors and staff. Basketball team report covers a recent win and players. future local games and student achievements are noted.
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Davenport
University of Wese Nein
Rock Island Railway to Erect New Depot in City
Report states the Rock Island Railway plans a new depot and will use the Milwaukee depot site, replacing the old frame structure on 20th Street amid modernization efforts. An unrelated testimonial claims a health product cured chronic headaches and constipation.
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Noreport
Pock Island
Rock Island
Milwaukee
Rock Island Railway
Rock Ilind
Eye care alert urges prompt expert consultation
As vision weakens, individuals are urged not to delay seeking an optometrist or ophthalmologist for a professional eye examination. Early evaluation can detect underlying conditions and prevent further deterioration.
Sexton Leaves for New York on Business
M H Sexton of Rock Island departed Wednesday for New York after a telegram from President Y T Powers of the National Association of Baseball Leagues urged his immediate arrival. The purpose of the meeting of minor league magnates remains undisclosed as he aims to reach the city by Friday.
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M H Sexton
Rock Island
New York
Y T Powers
National Association of Baseball Leagues
Editor Downey Promotes Dr King’s New Discovery
Churubusco editor O H Downey proclaims Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption as an infallible remedy for coughs colds and grip. He asserts it prevents pneumonia and consumption and guarantees bottles of 50 cents and one dollar with free trial bottles from Clendenin’s drug store.
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O. H. Downey
Churubusco
Ind
Dr. King
Clendeni
Contradictory Statements On Removal Of Mill
Local discussions focus on whether to remove a steel mill in Beek Psi and the potential impact on Moan Rack Isl. Contention centers on costs, timing, and implications for power and jobs with no phase of operations in Porthos.
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Porthos
Four new smallpox cases reported in Davenport area
Davenport health authorities report four new smallpox cases including a prominent patient at 410 West Street. Victims were quarantined at home except the main patient who was hospitalized. vaccination and surveillance were begun for a doctor’s assistant. The report warns of potential spread and cites Davenport’s floating population as a challenge.
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Davenport
Plankothe
West Od Streat
St Roberts Hospital
P Jo Thompson
West
Kitsy Denel
West 2d Street
Heath
SO West Sth
Medicine refund guarantee on tar syrup and cough remedy
The Bottles Pharmacy by H Sandstrom offers a refund on a 50 cent bottle of Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure a cough or cold and a 26 cent bottle with a money back guarantee to prove satisfactory.
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Greene
H Sandstrom
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Aosbert
Uite
Heo
Dee
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Tite
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Rock Island Men Bly Big Lumber Plant
New R. N. of A. Society
Pia Shafer
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Howe
Etter
Promeating
Soc Oebaity
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Rebell
Carp
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J. W. Young
Oscar Apple
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Vpace
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Appi Bros
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Maromi
Jit
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Wu Pittuburg Glass
Chillrom
Macomb
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Mra Willis
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Mnraternity Hospital
Pos NR Newtot
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Totty Mestre
Ptr
Pavenporte High School
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Aley
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Laura Bishop
Pearl Jtysen
Davin
Bertha Toneit
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Maud Woense
Btta
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James Mettegor
Taeety
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Toad Shaws
Fred Sunderbruch
Jobat
Noite
Baws
Phoy Te Deve
Pavenport
Osetael Basket
Thase Mpweart
Smythe
Mormart
I'Asan
Alti
Matetal
Miarmager Sratth
Seth Dtale
Moline
King
New Life
Ute
Cian
Tri-Cities
J-Ramser Optician
Harper House
Sexton
Springfield
Dufopma
Beek Psi
Judes Penne
Mudie
Pravetrport
Ein
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Phaserport
Nopo
Childrens’ Coats
Flo Cary Thane
Woods
Obo Uebt
Hull Brothers
Moline, Illinois
Noxall
A. C. Staley Underwear Sweet, Orr & Co
Union Label Clothing
Langley
Third Avenue
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