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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1901
Page
4
Yesterday in Moline multiple churches hosted morning and evening services. The First Congregational Church featured sermons on The Religious Consciousness and The Religious Mission of Art with a choir and various church groups participating. An Easter oyster supper was announced, and midweek meetings and church week observances were planned by local clergy and organizations.
Services were held at Swedish Lutheran church and at South chapel with pastors Hemberg and Mr Ebb officiating. A morning collection supported the Chicago Heights church. Bible discussion led by Mr Andrew Johnac at 3 pm. Youth Society to meet at 8 pm with Dr S G Youngert on Lutheran reform. Church council 7:30 pm for new members. Confirmation close Wednesday de oorlock with Rev Hemberg. Mid week meeting 7:30 pm. church check at 7:30 pm. Thursday 1:30 pm Mission Society reception by Mrs Hruharlb and others. Various youth, music, and outreach events listed for week. Lectures and meetings held at 2 pm and 7 pm. home gatherings announced. St Pauls A M E mite missionary society organizing Friday 7 pm at parsonage.
The St Pauls AME church hosted an evening program with guest speaker Mrs. Tet toe Menta UHem addressing the congregation. The Emmanuel industrial training bed of Lowe and the Vanseed group were mentioned as part of the event with Fannie accompanied by a note about a Tuesday evening gathering.
Rev M J Eggans delivered a substantial sermon at the Mission Tabernacle drawing a large congregation the seats filled beyond capacity. Prelate F H Burrell led prayers and readings while Mr BR Freek gave the address memorializing William McKinley and his life noting the causes of his assassination. Myrtle sprigs were placed on the Bible as two swords crossed and the meeting closed.
Many people heard two sermons by Rev R Bryant, pastor of the church. The message drew a sizable audience and reflected on faith and community values.
The Oak land church postponed a later service to this evening for Rev Jo Mongsteom to arrive and preach next Sunday. A farewell meeting for Rev Eggan is planned by church members with Bex bPaRaean in charge. Nearby residents and attendees include Mrs Andrew Cardaor and Mr and Mrs 6. 4 Newerd as they join services at the First Baptist church with a standard sermon on faith and loss.
The First Methodist church held Sunday evening sessions and a Beaver meeting. The young people attended a party at the Price Midntire center and a hal event is planned for Wednesday evening at 7 30 in the church hall.
Yesterday afternoon at 3 o clock a memorial service was held for Wiloin McKinley. The hall displayed mourning colors and the Knights sat in a triangle formation as the dirge played. Chancellor CV Johnson occupied one point of the triangle and Vice Chancellor F I Holt sat at the opposite end.
Charles Ho Wenderson known as Four Spot and Match Head escaped Castle Williams Governors Island. Disguised in a female outfit he obtained a soldier uniform, passed guards, reached the ferry, and vanished after reaching New York.
A young man asks a father for his daughter's hand. The reply questions his commitment, but the suitor claims only that she kisses him good night and will be lonely until they reunite. The exchange hints at romance and parental doubt.
A large group of about 50 couples surprised George Ritter of East Moline near Walker's Station last Saturday evening. The party used a hayrack ride, sang with the Sand Rats quartet, and enjoyed refreshments and dancing into the night.
A roster of guests includes Walter Lindsey Summers in New York H I Thornbaugh in Chicago Lettie Strekfus in Rock Island H M Edward in Hoston 2D Fife in Salt Lake Wooley in Ogden Utah Ek E Miller in Omaha Wied ner in Milwaukee G B Johnson Davenport A BB Cox Canton Ohio J J Kell St Louis P MM Price Omaha J H Scott Chicago.
Mrs John M Hanna died at her Gurion home last evening at 1 00 o clock from stomach cancer. She was about 70 years old and had long lived in Henry county as one of its oldest settlers. Her husband died less than a month ago and many friends mourn her sudden passing.
Boston report says members of J M Fisher & Co were arrested on charges of using brokers to defraud the public. Investigators allege a million dollars was taken from investors since January 1.
Notice to refrain from harboring and to disown a son named Clarence. The text mentions a person described as 4 feet tall with large blue eyes and a narrow face, signed by Mrs 8am Holmes.
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