Coffee and linen craft referenced in historic satire
The fragment recalls 17th century England mocking coffee as a “poison” and notes Dutch women mastering linen folding to craft intricate textiles. A few lines mention a 1901 Blue Island item and a testimonial for Cream Balm, with 9 years’ use and a trial size for 10 cents, full size 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Blue Island
Li Tan
Messrs
Vly Bros
Kimball
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
The Discovery of Electricity Through Simple Experiments
A historical reflection traces electricity from amber friction to modern power, noting early experiments by Newton and gradual advances to electrical devices. It contrasts primitive play with the emergence of mechanized power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Newton
Well Dressed Men Fall Styles Arrive at Local Shop
As the season changes, the store highlights essential dressing with new fall patterns and the latest fashions for men. Shoppers are drawn to the fresh styles and updated wardrobes for the season.
Low rate rail tix from Peoria to Indianapolis and back
Return fares from Peoria to Indianapolis and to intermediate points including Cincinnati Louisville Layton Springfield Sandusky Columbus Ohio with 30 day return validity and ticketing rules. Passengers must deposit tickets at destination on arrival and present for return passage within 30 days of sale for continuous two way travel. Warren J. Lynch and W. P. Deppeh announce Cincinnati Ohio office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Indianapolis
Cincinnatii
Louisville
Loayton
Springfield
Sandusky
Columbus
Ohio
Local bankers advertise 4 percent deposit interest
A list of names including T. A. Murphy and L. Wahle appears with a note offering four percent interest on deposits. The ad states money can be borrowed on real estate and personal security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Murphy
L. Wahle
A. O. Seiffert
Jens Sorenson
Otto Albrecht
Charles N. Voss
H H Andressen
Henry Lischer
F .H. Grigga
Local Government Officials List Names
President, Vice President, Cashier F G Allen with Cc P Skinner J Silas Leas Co R Ainsworth Tlamee 6 are named in a historical civic roll call. The fragment lists individuals tied to roles in a company or town organization with no dates or places provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. G. Allen
Cc P. Skinner
J Silas Leas
R. Ainsworth
Tlamee
People's Savings Bank Office Notice
People's Savings Bank advertises hours from 9 a m to 3 p m and evenings 7 to 8 on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It lists officers J T Browning P H Wessel J B Gillmores C W Lundahl and directors including C H Deere A A Crampton and W A Rosenfield. Office with First National Bank at 16th Street and 8th Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Browning
P H Wessel
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Holland
China
Book of Judges
Samuel
The
Kings — African Review
Chidago Journal
F J Claney & Company
Toledo
Addresa
Cheney & Co
Toleda
Hall
Alail Ptiees
C. J. Aldene
Lita Street
Teleshone
Home
VIA
Indiana
Kentucky
Big Four
Warren J. Lynch
Gen‘ Pass
Ticket Agt
W. P. Deppeh
Cincinnati
IVERY
GEO
Cable Frank R. Stockton
John Oliver Hobbes
Thanet
S R Crockett
Julia Magruder
E W Hornung
International Association of Newspapers and Authors
Ferenaer
Oehk
Ana
Dumar
Nice Meredith
99 Tekla
Hu Hbert Barr
Countess Tekla
Simon Dale
Anthony Hopf
Zenda
Nei Gwyn
France
Charles IE
King Louis
Max Pramnerton
Strang
Roundhead
London
Voucher
Paul I Gies
T&r Forp
Tekla
Robert Barr
Simon Dafe
Anthony
Cross
Max
Pemberton
Anthony Prope
Moline
Journal
the Journal
16Th Street
Moline, Illinois
German Savings “Bank
Davenport
Iowa
H. 8. Andressen
H. Lischer
Chas. N. Voss
R. A. Andressen
Kaufmann
Fidelity Loan CQ
Mitchell & Lynde Kik
Rock Island
Moline National Bank
Moline, Ill
H A. Ainsworth
H. Edwards
Sol Hirsch
A. 8. Wright
Porter Skinner
Geo. H. Edwards
H. A. Ainsworth
Vance J. Skinner
United States
Europe
Banking House
34 Avenue
People’s Savings Bank
Moline Lane Bank
Wright
W. W Wells
O. BF Anderson
Cashier
Geo. H Edwards
W W. Wells
H.A. Ainsworth
W H Adams
W. Wood
C. P Skinner
J G Skinner
Moline National Bank Bldg
8D Avenue
E. E. Mangold
Street Rock Taland
Anishes
John H. Mueller
J. Mulholland
Bth
Fifteenth Street
Rock Island County
Reas
Hawes Omadae Company
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
W. Parsons
McKinnie Block
Fark
Davenports
Typewriter
J. B. Oakleaf Lawyer
U .S
McKinnsie Bil
17Th Street
BE. B. Eyer
D. Engmark
Library Street
Moline Tm
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