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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1903
Page
1
A historical note outlines extensive urban development with 1891 2 year figures noting 180 acres within corporate limits 53 miles of streets 11 alleys and 33 walks. It highlights expansion and infrastructure by local authorities.
City Engineer Hig Paddock presents a comprehensive annual report on sidewalks pavements watermains and sewers totaling 4295 feet of cement sidewalks 3672 feet of water mains and 128 feet of sewers with maps and tap numbers. Rain early this week soaked Rock River bottom flooding near Davenport with sheets of water two to five feet deep, while forecasts warn of more heavy rain across the region.
Three nurses will be graduated at the city hospital training school exercises in June. The graduates are Miss Edith Miller Miss Carrie Lindquist and Miss Lydia McClelland. The event is organized by the Woman's Hospital association.
Figures show Moline's progress in improvements with miles of streets and sidewalks within city limits, water mains, sewers, alleys, hydrants, and paving feet. The data lists values for acres, miles, and totals across multiple categories, highlighting ongoing urban development.
Yesterday afternoon set June 16 as the date for graduation exercises. Committees were appointed to arrange the program and place of holding. The association discussed hiring a visiting nurse, a project the King's Daughters' union may pursue here. Mrs Frank W Gould outlined the nurse's scope and reported success elsewhere. Receipts from Prof Oppenheimer's entertainment totaled $57, with half retained by the association. A vote of thanks was extended to Mr Oppenheimer.
Garfield Wolstencroft age 21 died last night at 11 from tuberculosis at his mother’s home 2034 Fifth Avenue after illness since January He was known in Moline athletic circles and amateur boxing He leaves his mother four brothers Evert George Harry Charles and five sisters Mrs Sam Lofgren Mrs C Mapes Mrs A Haire Mrs C Sfil and Jennie at home
Trains collided on the Burlington line near Opheim after miscommunications delays at Lynn and Opheim. Engineer Norris was not recovered by Tuesday evening, and three wrecking crews labored to clear the wreckage. High tension followed as operators faced blame for the fatal incident.
Township Collector J. W. Tubbs turned over Rock Island tax books to County Collector Lyon Tuesday morning. Total property taxes levied in Rock Island amounted to 220265.61 dollars. Deputy J. E. Fleming collected 133061.94 dollars, leaving delinquent 87208.67 dollars. The collector's commission was 2203.44 dollars and the balance due from various funds 130928.50 dollars. The commission over 1500 dollars reverts to the township.
A portion of the terrace in front of Augustana College washed into the ditch by the heavy rain Tuesday.
Reports say engineer John Norris was not found after the Burlington collision that damaged fourteen freight cars and three engines. After days of search, his body was recovered from twenty feet of debris Thursday morning.
A fire two miles south of Rock Island on Elm Street Road destroyed the two story home of Mr and Mrs Henry Wulfrum owned by Fred Traeger. The blaze started in the summer kitchen most likely from rats nibbling matches and ruined most of the house while barns and sheds survived. Insurance stood at $1000 on the structure and $500 on household goods carried by Mr Wulfrum.
A series of Wednesday evening weddings across Rock Island and nearby towns are noted. Couples include Axel Anderson and Jengie Lindstrom at 2402 Fourth Avenue, Frank Fairman and Ada Williams in Rock Island, and R R Glenn with Lina I Glenn in Coal Valley. Additional ceremonies include John McNeil with Emma Fasser and George W Biinlof with Lydia Wiehs, with reception details at the brides’ homes and local church officiants.
Fire at the Manufacturers Hotel storeroom caused by spontaneous combustion damaged two large crates containing globe fixtures for gas and electric equipment. The floor was charred but the sheet metal ceiling limited damage. A box of cigars and $10 were given to those who assisted.
Figures show heavy water pumpage totals for the year with the largest day on January 21 1993 and the smallest on June 3 1902. The annual waterworks cost includes coal expenses and total expenditures with a cost per million gallons of 13.50 dollars, coal share 6.05 dollars, and 79 water permits issued plus rates for 150 new taps established.
The Moline school district reports the Ericsson Building remodeling moves to investigation. Superintendent Cox presents a 48 pupil graduation list as the largest class in district history, with five or six more potential additions and a first ever majority of boys. The board also plans an East End school for next year.
The Illinois House approved Representative L M Magills bill to extend street railway operating rights between Illinois towns to other states, aligning with bridge owners rights and aiding the Tri City Railway Co. Officials say no improvements will occur until Senate action. J L Kemper resigns as Pacific Mutual Life Insurance agent for Rock Island area to move to Lincoln Nebraska for new duties.
Weather forecast notes a disturbance crossing the continent late April with cold period and rapid warming, warnings to stay off water and watch dark clouds, plus temperature and rain outlook through April 28. Forecaster Foster invites readers to mail for more weather updates.
The omnibus bill at Springfield removes per diem and 2 percent of the county school fund from county superintendents of schools. Counties will now pay these officials, saving the state about 130000. Examples show the prior total for QO. T. Bright reached 9044.10. Also noted is a bill proposing salaries for state’s attorneys, and report of the Illinois Grand Council of the Royal Arcanum meeting in Bloomington.
Urges city council to appoint an official to maintain records of all consumer water usage. Reports show Dally Pumpage totaling 2,986,397 gallons. The move cites accountability and accurate billing as key goals for the utility system.
City water chief Wheelock warns old boilers and incomplete taps waste water. He cites January as record month, urges house to house meter survey, revise usage rules, and install meters in public buildings and stables as two new boilers are needed at Moline station.
The piece describes spring as the season when medicine is most needed to cleanse impure blood. It links pimples eruptions and facial blemishes to weak vitality poor appetite and low energy, urging a tonic treatment.
An 19th century testimonial touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills as purifying blood, increasing appetite and vitality, and curing eruptions. A reader endorses family use with consistent favorable results and personal health improvements.
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