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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1902
Page
3
The Journal Printing Company incorporated. Entered into the Molind Illinois post office as second class mail matter. Testing schedule listed every evening except Sunday at 3 20. Prices 2.76 10¢ 1.35.
A vivid account describes the fall of St Pierre Martinique with flames smoke and lava. It reports tens of thousands dead and ships destroyed, notes seismic activity and tsunamis, and draws parallels to Pompeii while urging caution over exaggerated figures.
Vague campaign chatter questions whether Senator Mason will stand pat amid a wage and signature dispute. Senator Masri cites Governor as a factor, while unclear references to other figures and message intent cloud the issue.
A Chicago Tribune writer notes a surge of American farmers claiming land in northwest Canada due to scarce and costly U S tillable acres. He argues the region west of Lake Superior to the Rockies offers vast resources, potential population, and a milder winter than feared, predicting Americans may dominate Canadian northwest life and politics if trends continue.
The London Daily Mail yearbook estimates United States wealth at about 81.65 billion dollars, surpassing France and Russia combined and double Germany. Britain follows with 69.03 billion, Germany 40.26, and Russia 82.13. Debt shares range from 6 to 14 percent across nations.
Merchants are urged to place clear, targeted ads in the Journal to attract shoppers and boost sales. Focus on one strong point per ad, emphasize quality or value, and avoid clutter. Aimed at persuading the right customers while noting genuine Rocky Mountain Tea from Madison Medicine Co.
The article touts Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and lung troubles. Editor J J Eager notes his wife suffered severe lung illness with a stubborn cough and hemorrhages but was cured. Claims guarantee relief from coughs colds throat and lung issues with bottles offered free at Clendenin’s Drug Store.
Round trip tickets to Minnesota North Dakota Montana Idaho Washington Oregon and British Columbia go on sale first and third Tuesdays in May at one fare plus $2.00. One way settlers tickets to Montana Idaho Washington Oregon and British Columbia are available daily in March and April from $15.00 to $25.00. For details contact Great Northern agents or write Max Bass in Chicago or F I Whitney in St Paul Minnesota.
Levanna Missouri mail carrier Burnett Mann recalls years of dull back pains and fatigue from kidney trouble. After using Electric Bitters he credits six bottles with complete cure and renewed energy. Sold by Clendenin's Drug Store, 50 cents.
The Navy directs distribution of clothing for men women and children and medical supplies via the Dixie with points to be designated by the commanding naval officer. Gen Weston orders tea coffee sugar and food allotments from New York depot to be loosened on the Dixie. Capt Gallagher to oversee distribution from Martinique with a $5000 emergency fund. Roosevelt and Loubet exchange sympathy over Martinique disaster.
By decree of the Rock Island County Circuit Court in Chancery No 4799 a master will sell at public auction on June 14 1902 at two oclock PM the Lot 5 in section 5 township 17 north range 1 west of the Fourth principal meridian Moline Rock Island County Illinois to satisfy partition and cash bid with two thirds of the valuation and subject to leases in the partition decree. Master in Chancery Walter Jentrikin and solicitors W R Moore and Sweeney & Walker را
By decree of the Chancery Court of Rock Island County Illinois the sale of Lot 1 in Block 2 in Healy's Subdivision part of Section 38 township 18 north range 1 west fourth principal meridian is ordered. The sale will occur May 24 1902 at 2 PM at the east door of the post office in Moline for cash to satisfy the decree. Walter J Entrikin Master in Chancery and Wood and Peek attorneys for the County.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion cod liver oil as superior for stubborn cold or bronchitis easing symptoms and reducing coughing. It promises immediate night relief, soothing throat and bronchial inflammation and notes the product also supports body building with a free sample offer.
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