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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1902
Page
5
A local briefing examines alleged irregularities in the phrasing of the petition for a public works project. Officials respond that wording complies with legal standards and seeks clarity for residents.
Interview with J W Kopf of the Conway Company discusses the Seventh avenue paving contract and alleged use of a rival-backed petition to block competition. Kopf argues asphalt trust ownership of California Alcatraz and Bermudez pitches blocks fair bidding and cites price reductions from competitive bids across multiple cities.
Mayor Wessel and the board defend Conway as the lowest responsible bidders with good material. He dismisses injunction rumors and asserts the award stands after careful investigation confirming Conway’s materials equal or superior to rivals.
A Chicago paving contractor, Conway Company, plans to bid for paving Seventh Avenue. The board will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder after ensuring competition. Conway cites prior success in Marshall Field & Company area and cities where the asphalt has proven reliable.
Rock Island edged Bloomington 3 to 2 as Case and McGreevy starred on the mound after Vickers wild start. Shelton, Graham and Conwell contributed key hits while defensive miscues helped Bloomington plate two runs. Donnelly and Conwell provided late offense to seal the victory in a tight Midwest baseball clash.
Members of Tri City Union No 107 vote to elect officers for two years and to appoint a delegate to the ninth international convention in Cincinnati, but the local printers choose not to send a delegate. Most current international officers are expected to be reelected.
All members are requested to meet at the Lutheran Church at 8 o clock p m Saturday next. Every member should attend this meeting. By order of the président. Cc. & BOMAN.
Immense watch bargains at Jo sephson's with discounts of one third. $3,000 worth offered at a sale price of $2,000, urging readers to seize the opportunity.
A smallpox case prompts Monmouth health board to close a city school for two days and require vaccination certificates. The board of education defies the rule, urging admission of all pupils. Health Officer Wallace threatens full enforcement or school closure.
Thomas Davenport of Little York IH was arrested by Officer Thode in Rock Island. A search at the station found 528 dollars on him though he claimed it was to be deposited later. Magistrate Johnson fined him 3 dollars and costs. Also dismissed was Dan Pottiger’s breach of peace case. John Shaw and four women were fined on disorderly conduct charges.
Harry Leipold, 15, son of ex alderman Leipold, left Moline after expressing a wish to seek a ranch life in the west. He was employed at Frank Haynes butcher shop and last night indicated he would not return home. He has not been seen since.
This afternoon celebrated the class of 02 graduation with a first in a series of events. Miss Emily Ainsworth gave the presentation speech, and Miss Broomhall will purchase a commemorative picture. Fred Cowley delivered the reply, Perry Wessel gave the class president’s address, and Miss Elizabeth Olson played a piano solo. The program included a chorus selection, a recitation by Miss Cora Ford, and a second chorus. Earlier, Prof J P Drake received a token picture from Miss Edith Broomhall on behalf of the High School Athletic Association for his support before his departure from the district.
Special notice states a Red Men gathering Friday evening to conduct work in adoption, warrior, and chiefs degrees. The ad mentions the meeting and the activities planned for that session. Altogether it highlights the fraternal order's agenda and honor rites.
A local high school finishes the term while Evans Bros at 618 Fifteenth Street expands with a fresh vegetables and fruits lineup. The move marks a new retail feature for the Evans firm as the term ends.
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