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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1901
Page
5
The library board remains unable to act on the new building due to no word from Mr Carnegie regarding his gift and lack of official site approval. At Saturday’s meeting informal plans discussed a more suitable location and a possible popular subscription to support the project.
Mrs Jno Owen on 16th avenue received a berry-spoon gift from the Rebekah lodge as a surprise gathering and social afternoon with coffee and cake. Mr and Mrs Andrew Hanna marked their 29th wedding anniversary with a family dinner and tokens. Julius Skinner of Pleasant Valley acted as a witness, and the group enjoyed a pleasant celebration.
A reader debates the origin of a supposed bottle and whether Perry Davis’ Pain Killer is correctly identified, noting personal use for diarrhoea cramps and stomach pains and insisting the Journal must confirm the claim.
Miss Hattie Treat daughter of Mr and Mrs L M Treat died at Webster City Iowa on September 28 She was born August 28 1878 in Cleveland Henry County Illinois where she lived until 1892 then moved to Webster City Her 1897 Webster City High School graduation was followed by teaching until this fall when she was chosen as a Webster City schoolteacher but illness ended her life
Mrs Anna Christine Anderson died at home in Rock Island after a two month illness. She leaves daughter Emily and son Carl, plus two sisters in Sweden. A Swedish Lutheran, she was held in high esteem. Funeral at 8 PM from 546 46th street with Rev Hemberg officiating, burial at Riverdale cemetery.
The Daily Journal notes many readers subscribe to and read home merchant columns. Advertisers gain best results from Journal columns, as increased advertising space shows the paper is the premier medium in the region for reaching residents.
The Tri-City Street Railway Company held its annual meeting in Davenport with large stockholder attendance. Reports praised the system’s health and management by Lardner, noting smooth operations and approved improvements. The old board of directors was reelected for the coming year.
The funeral for Mrs. Carlmark the mother of Officer Carlmark will be held tomorrow at 1:30 from the residence with Rev Hemberg officiating and interment at Riverside cemetery. The funeral for Nels Jurgenson was held yesterday at 2 from the residence with Rev Hemberg addressing the ceremony and interment at Riverside cemetery.
The schedule lists games on Oct 26 TaBalle at Moline. Nov 2 Davenport at Davenport. Nov 9 Urbana at Moline. Nov 16 Rock Island at Rock Island. Nov 23 Kewanee at Kewanee. Nov 28 Chicago at Moline.
About 25 members of the Union Veterans Union departed from the vicinity this morning to attend the organization's national convention in Chicago.
A large group of public school teachers from the city will depart Wednesday for Chicago to attend a teachers convention that will run through Friday.
Closing night crowds at the Armory in Davenport boost attendance. Father J P Ryan of St Marys wins a complete suit of vestments with 1797 votes, over Father Klottenstette who earns 1382. A bridal doll goes to Genevieve Kelley with 258 votes. Gertrude Walsh 200 and Tessie Meyer 88. Other drawings follow tonight.
An ad argues liver trouble causes sallow complexion and blotches. It promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills for clear skin and rosy cheeks, selling at Clendenin's drug store for 26.
Carl Vaughn and J Wallis found guilty of petty larceny. pleas entered to another indictment. Judge Gest heard arguments in several divorce cases and took them under advisement. No court this week. Gest at Aledo all week. First and Second panels list many local names from Andalusia to Zuma. Sons of Veterans Graham Post to hold open meeting Friday. committee named for event.
The Rock Island Argus has resumed active occupancy of its premises in all departments after three or four months devoted to rebuilding. The editor and business manager worked in other quarters while printers kept to work, and the office now features a handsome pressed brick front and new furnishings, making the entire space practically new and appreciated for its conveniences.
East Mo line resident Sam Patten employed at Union Madeable Iron works was arrested early Sunday for flipping a train. The No 4 passenger train stopped by air brakes allegedly manipulated by hoboes. Patten paid a state fine this morning. A man named Jack, overly drinking, caused a disturbance at Schultz's hotel and was removed by police in a brass-garnished wagon.
The Rock Island high school and alumni football game drew the largest crowd at 12th Street Park in Rock Island. The alumni dominated, winning 12 to 0 with a second half touchdown and successful kick after each drive, as the purple and white colors prevailed.
Early morning discovery revealed thieves tunneled under the lake front post office building to reach the stamp vault and steal 75000 dollars in stamps. The elaborate plan suggested a lengthy theft operation and careful preparation.
Wessels field in South Moline hosted a hard fought game yesterday afternoon as South Moline defeated West End 16 to 0. South Moline controlled the action with a strong defense and timely offensive plays to seal the win.
A hard fought afternoon football game at Athletic Park ended with the East Ends defeating the 5th Ward team 17 to 0. Tambur of the East Ends received high praise for his outstanding play as spectators noted overall strong effort from all players.
Two Crystal Falls hunters, Adolph Meiser and John Slattery, encountered a wild man near Deer River headwaters about 14 miles from town. The emaciated stranger, shaggy, half naked, carried debris and ate a skunk carcass before fleeing into the woods as a posse searches the remote territory.
Congregation at St John's Episcopal Church in Hoboken NJ enjoyed a boxing bout refereed by their rector Rev David B Matthews under the St John's cadets banner. The three round match featured Charles Rogers vs August Tierney, both cadets, amid warm crowd reaction and surprising ring familiarity from the minister. Giardiasis warning inserted ad text follows about Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy available from Clendenin and Battles Pharmacy.
State's Attorney I. Weld seeks a special jury for the Moline murder cases and trials may begin next week. Defendants hire defensive counsel. Meese retained for Bloom and possibly Carlson. Cham blin of Davenport defends Evans. Lohrman may have court appointment.
An article discusses causes of bad breath from teeth to stomach to lungs and suggests gentle reminders to others. It promotes a harmless mouth cleansing powder recipe and notes borax wash for morning dental hygiene. It also includes words on sympathy for incurable disease and quotes Eliza Ro Parker and N Y Weekly on happiness in the home and society.
A new biliary remedy is on sale at F J Clendenin and E Helmbeck drug stores. Chamberlin’s Stomach and Liver Tablets promise quick relief and prevention if taken at first signs. Price 26c per box, sample free.
An English legal shift allows bequests for secular or freethinking causes to be received and used by a newly formed Secular Society Limited. The plan challenges long standing crown confiscation practice, with legal experts noting the charter enables use of funds for these purposes.
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