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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1891
Page
2
A dated prospectus from Marshall Field & Co promotes an August linen sale with a vast assortment from damask to towels and sheeting. The circular argues tariffs raise prices and claims sales will be the lowest yet, referencing McKinley tariff impacts and trade policy.
The piece reviews England’s leading watchmakers amid rising tariff talk and export concerns. It notes surveys of performance, production shifts, and potential impact on sales abroad, with mentions of related industries and domestic policy.
Officials of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul road visited the city this week to push for entry to the Rock Island line. They cited lost business and the need for own depots and switching grounds, urging active Business Men's Association involvement to hasten construction.
Maj Porter of Geneseo breaks a leg near Davenport while traveling to a pacing race. He stepped on an unseen stone near West Third Street, the bone protruding through the flesh after a fall. Doctors were hard to reach. a surgeon eventually treated the fracture and wound. Recovery will take time.
The text extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as popular due to proven merit and a long cure record. It claims honest business practices and a balance of economy and strength, presenting the medicine as the day’s most successful option.
In a county court case the City of Moline won a verdict against Amelia Speck and others totaling 2250 dollars for land taken to open Sixteenth street. The jury assigned 1850 dollars to landowners listed and 400 dollars as damages to Mrs Chapman, with no other damages found. The awarded payments include 300 to Mrs Amelia Speck and 500 to Mrs J D Chapman among others. The next step is for the city to assess benefits on nearby properties.
In county court Judge Adams accepts an apology from attorney Wm McEniry for heated remarks during the Merryman case session. McEniry expresses regret and asks to be received in a spirit of respect. The judge cautions all attorneys to be prepared to practice in proper form going forward.
Notice reports the death of twenty seven Woodmen of America members and details claims and payments. Thirteen claims totaling 27000 were approved by the board, four pending further investigation, and ten reported after July 24 with 3000. Most approved claims await guardians for minor heirs. a head banker balance is noted. New Woodmen camp officers are named.
Yesterday’s Davenport trotting meeting closed after three races the 2:80 pacing event the 3:00 trot and the free for all pace. Winners included Minto Hayseed and Nettie plus a dramatic early accident when the leading sulky overturned and driver was dragged briefly before rescue.
General orders No 1 by Col Clendenin for the Sixth Regiment encampment at Springfield Aug 11–18 1891. Absentees require surgeon certificates. leaves restricted. Companies depart Aug 9–10 by specified trains. officers, field staff, and cooks to accompany. Names Osborn M. Curtis Harry C. Hopper Robert H. Aiken Frank Linosing and Ed J Belz listed for staff and support roles.
The Chicago Herald reports a major deal by Mississippi Valley lumbermen to acquire about 1 00 000 acres in Oregon granted to the Oregon Central Military Land Co. for a Eugene to eastern Oregon military road. Timber and farm land total 700 000 acres with grazing remainder.
An advertisement promises Dr Dye's celebrated hour and belt appliances to restore vigor and manhood. It claims rapid relief for nervous debility and offers a free pamphlet and trial belt with Priznees, inviting readers in Marshall Michigan to request information from Mac Bert Co.
Waldo Negus eight year old son of ex Alderman W Negus of Rock Island rode on a wagon and fell onto a street rail way track in front of red line car No 34 driven by J A Walsh. He was pulled clear but with severe arm injuries scalp wounds and hip cuts. Doctors fear for his life. The incident prompts a call for safety devices on electric cars to brush a person from the track. Local car operators question their benefit but cities push for adoption.
Little Isaac Waldo Negus eight year old son of Mr and Mrs UC W Negus died at 4 10 pm Sunday after being struck by an electric car near Second Avenue and Fourteenth Street. Capt J M Montgomery and H D Folsom witnessed the event and carried him to a coal office where he later died from skull fracture and severe injuries. His mother and sister Jennie were away visiting relatives in Minnesota.
A dense ad digest promotes Dr Miles nervine and Miles Liver Pills for heart, nervous, and digestive ailments. Claimed testimonials from multiple town residents praise cures for convulsions, headaches, catarrh, and general debility. Ely's Cream Balm is also touted for catarrh with user endorsements.
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