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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1902
Page
3
Moline ordinance committee reported adversely on a petition to open bowling alleys and billiard halls on Sundays. The unanimous council supported the finding and many initial signers later withdrew, deeming Sunday openings undesirable and likely to invite broader Sunday privileges.
A column reviews the global reach of the American trolley with lines proposed from Cairo to Mount Sinai and rumors of a Mecca route, praising American capitalists. It also mentions ongoing Moline government-building discussions, Prince Henry’s U S visit plans, Davenport and Rock Island sights, Boston mayoral conduct, Ludington health pay deal, and a positive Moline mercantile year ahead.
The drawing by Ottake Chhuhn, a Tokio art school student, is praised as a masterpiece by American artist George Lynch. It depicts Japanese artists at work and argues for preserving native art against European stylistic changes.
L S McCabe announces his candidacy for the office of state senator. He seeks the approval of the upcoming Republican convention and urges support from all Republicans who back his bid.
George W. Johnson declares his candidacy for state senate and seeks support from supporters and friends.
A collage of quotes features a law student denouncing wrongful imprisonment, a juror told stories, a thief defended by a lover, and a rival at a recital. The exchange shifts from legal fate to personal blame, ending with a note on a collector entering a scene.
An exchange shows a member resigning due to absurdly partisan behavior. The chairman’s ban on talking because someone else is speaking sparks a jab about control and chatter. The quoted Chicago Post remark frames the scene as petty governance.
The notice urges fortifying against coughs colds and lung ailments as the season shifts with cold winds damp air and respiratory illness. It promotes Scott's Emulsion Regular doses as protection for throat lungs and bronchial conditions.
The piece explains New York’s new marriage law requiring solemnity or a notarized written contract for validity, replacing the old civil contract view. It notes aims to prevent fraud and protect innocent spouses and children, shaping how marriages are legally recognized.
Lace gowns with embroidery lead evening wear trends while velvet remains favored for cold weather. Slate suede gloves with gun metal buttons pair with many gowns. Angora dot veils and Brussels nets in white or black round out chic ensembles. Three quarter length coats feature modified Russian blouse tops for a girlish silhouette.
A quotation exchange about a cigar purchase and a request for lighters shows a casual street conversation. The fragment hints at a scene with a twenty dollar bill and a possible future purchase, but the surrounding context remains unclear.
Advert reads that Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root cures kidney liver and bladder trouble and back pain. It promises a free sample bottle and a book by mail with address to Kilmer Co Rochester NY, noting regular fifty cent and one dollar sizes sold locally.
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