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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1903
Page
3
In a 1967 vote the board approved a kindergarten proposal after a close contest. The election saw both men and women participate, with the board president defeated by a 17 vote margin.
A city election produced a narrow win for the kindergarten bond and mixed results for the school board. Voters opposed excess social dissipations and unbridled sport, backing the Warr ticket and raising questions about governance. observers say reform is needed but praise the integrity of current leaders.
Messrs Stouffer Stephens Huntoon Shannon and Weston form a Moline team entered in the Chicago tournament ongoing since the 11th at Thompson alleys under the Illinois Bowling association. They compete next Saturday in Chicago for an outside purse of 30 dollars plus general prizes. The field includes six teams outside the Chicago Bowling league and the high team total so far is 2809, averaging just over 187 per bowler.
Weather forecast from W T Foster warns against planting corn in northern states before May 16 due to upcoming disturbances. April 27 to May 7 bring cool spells and frosts across the continent.
A man named Robert James, posing as a Mason, allegedly deceived locals and approached a woman seeking funds to join the St Band. The text claims he used forged credentials and bribery threats, leading to an arrest after a confrontation with Harrison and others. The case surfaced amid charges and investigations.
Oscar Dawesere ton Company A in Rock Island was arrested Tuesday night by Deputy Marshal George O. Allen from Chicago on using the mails to circulate immoral literature. He acted as agent for a Rhode Island house publishing the objectionable book sent to subscribers. The case hinges on whether Dawesere’s actions constitute a prosecutable violation and if he will stand trial in Peoria.
A. J. Kuecheman of Bellevue will occupy a Coyne store with clothing boots and shoes and gentlemen's furnishing goods. He has moved to the city and will spend most of the summer before his building is ready in Kansas where he has conducted the same business.
Clinton accuses fea of a dealer combine to raise article prices from 15 to 25 cents claiming the increase is long discussed. He notes Moline has already paid 25 cents for years and congratulates Clinton for not overpaying.
Farmers and city residents clash over drainage near Bridge Lane as to which side of the road water should run toward the river. A meeting with highway commissioners led to a proposal by the district to donate 100 days of labor if the water is conveyed along the west side. The city and Smith heirs oppose an open ditch, while the commission weighs options to avoid broad dissent.
A Rock Island woman named Flossie attempted to end her life with carbolic acid after a late night call at the Robb Express Co offices. She swallowed only a small amount but spit out the rest, was interrupted before taking more, and was treated for mouth pain with milk. she is expected to recover.
Barber Asphalt Co plans to start paving Fifth avenue from Seventh to Twelfth street and Eleventh street from Fourth to Fifth avenue about May 15. The project, delayed by freezing weather, should finish by July 1. Eighth Street brick paving was abandoned due to owners disagreement. a new plan may pave hill Eighth Street from Third to Fifth Avenue.
Mrs Sophia Fitzpatrick of Milan sues Proveders Decadent Insurance Company of Hartford to recover a death benefit after her husband Joseph Fitzpatrick died following an accident while the policy was in force. The suit questions whether the insurer is liable for death arising from injuries suffered while the policy had expired.
Edwin A Pickens, long time night clerk at the Harms Hotel, has been promoted to chef in charge. The move follows his prior service at the Jam Ois Gan aoe in Te teile and family ties to the Harms organization. Eddie Conners of Dasenport noted as the night choir ship at the Harms, with background at Browns and Chicago posts.
A municipal paving plan was adopted to lay asphalt on a stretch of Bluff Avenue and adjoining streets from Sixth to Fifteenth streets. Objections at the local improvements board centered on prior curb payments and misunderstandings over who pays. The plan would primarily benefit nearby factories and the Republic Iron and Steel Co. with potential involvement from Sylvan Island interests.
Aledo line headed direct to Moline reports a transit note indicating a service move. Officials confirm passenger flow and route alignment with regional schedules.
Rock Island grows anxious over Western Clinols interurban plan to run from Aledo to the twin cities using Rock Island bridges. Milan quarrels over tolls and ownership delays widen, risking Rock Island losing a terminus while Mo line pursues south of Moline with rock river crossings in play.
Reports say a stabbing in Peterspeld County led to a murder charge against Peo puts. Sheriff Tilet and Marshal Paehared described the suspect as raving in the county jail, calling him a fiend.
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