Bowlesbury china wedding anniversary honored at Ransom home
On July 28 Bowlesbury residents gathered at Mr. W. S. Ransom’s to celebrate his and wife’s twentieth wedding anniversary. The party featured a long display of gifts including china sets and silver items, a substantial ice cream spread, and church afterward with music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowlesbury
Ransom
B. A. Weiss
Edwin Wells
Bowles
Archie Wither
Mr. Ransom
Jennie Witherspoon
Oscar Bisant
Osburg Griffin
Jamison
William Porter
Woodbury
Henry Bustare
Gainey
William Gainey
G. W. Griffin
Stevens
Stanwood Ransom Table Castor
Mrs. Miller
Fanny Doples
New Corporations Form Augustana Book Concern
The Augustana Book Concern filed incorporation to publish and sell books and stationery. Located in Rock Island, the operation spans ninety nine years with capital stock of 15000 in 800 shares at 50 each, subscribed by 128 persons. Nine directors elected for three years. names include Joella Lindahl Carl G Thulin and eight P A Lindahl. The company built a two story facility near Augustana college and will move Thulin & Anderson printing material into the new building in four to five weeks. It will publish Lutheran church periodicals and Swedish language books. A G Anderson will serve as mechanical superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augustana Book Concern
Rock Island
Capital
Joella Lindahl
Carl G. Thulin
PA. Lindahl
J. N. Hasselquist
Gustaf Johnson
Anders Hult
Carl A.s8wenssen
Anders O. Bersell
John A. Freeman
Augustana College
Mesers. Thulin & Anderson
Thulin & Anderson
A. G. Anderson
Statements Filed On Buford & Co Liability Record
County court filings set B. D. Buford & Co liabilities at 456 942.42 with major bills payable and store debts. Heaviest creditors include Singer Nimick Co Pittsburg Brown Co and Graff Bennett Co. assets total 705 083.89, real estate and machinery lead at 269 907.32, rest spread across receivables and inventories. The surplus over liabilities is 330 041.47 but sale of the institution is unlikely soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. D. Buford & Co
B. D Buford
Singer, Nimick & Co
Pittsburg
Brown & Co
Graff, Bennett & Co
Pittsburgh
Roselir Wy Ward
Port Chester
N. Y
J. M. Buford
Bufords
Prohibition Jurisdiction Question Divides Iowa Judges
Debate over whether a justice of the peace can fine a Prohibition violator. One judge argues yes up to $100 plus costs, another contends the justice lacks jurisdiction. The dispute hinges on trial limits and the statute requiring payment of fines and costs before release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice of the Peace
Iowa
Justices of the Peace
Hayes
Supreme Court Terms Mentioned for Council Bluffs and Davenport
The record notes a Supreme Court session held in Council Bluffs in September and a possible decision set for the Davenport October term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Council Bluffs
Davenport
Old Settlers Picnic Plans Set At Rock Island County
The Old Settlers Society of Rock Island county outlined its annual picnic at Black Hawk's Watch Tower to be held Friday. Activities start at 9 0 A. M. with a program at 11 A. M. dinner at 1 P. M. and free streetcar tickets for returning members. Henry county Illinois and Scott county Iowa invitees welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Settlers
Old Settlers’ Society
Rock Island County
J. T. Kenworthy
E. P. Reynolds
J.T. Kenworthy
Jonathan Suntoon
W. E. Brooks
James Taylor
C. T. Edwards
Black Hawk's Watch Tower
Black Hawk's Tower
Bailey Davenport
Henry County
Ilinois
Scott County
Iowa
Legal dispute over life insurance by A O U W member
A.P. Des Moines circuit court case challenges payment of a life policy to Minerva Rogers on Isaac Decker's death. Decker had designated Rogers as beneficiary after a new certificate was issued. plaintiff argues Rogers is not a dependent and the second certificate is invalid, seeking injunction and reaffirmation of the original $2,000 policy. The outcome hinges on charter power and beneficiary rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pes Moines
A.O.U. W
Isaac Dicker
de Soto
Minerva Rogers
Decker
Friendship Lodge
Grand Recorder
Meeting of Creditors on Buford & Co Firm's Future
A creditors meeting for B D Buford & Co discussed asset and liability reports by assignee J M Buford and explored resuming business. Unsecured creditors pressed for equality with secured creditors. a seven member committee representing both sides was formed to craft a compromise plan, with a Chicago meeting possible next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. D Buford & Co
J. M. Buford
Singer, Nimick & Co
Pittsburgh
Chicago
Messrs
William Singer
J. 8. Brown
J. J. Bennett
C P. Buckingham
F. Weyer
Houser
Rock Island
George Gould
Davenport
B. D. Buford
Man at Rock Island Armory Thought to Suffer Mania
The demented man at the Rock Island Armory showed brief lucidity and gave the name James McGraw of 186 South Central avenue Baltimore Md. Doctors Eyster and Craig diagnosed mania and may seek a county court inquiry to place him in the state hospital for the insane. Mayor Mott and Rev Thomas Mackin visited him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
Eyster
Craig
State Hospital
James McGraw
South Central Avenue
Baltimore
Mayor Mott
Thomas Mackin
Blaine and Logan Club Executive Meeting Summary
The Blaine and Logan club held an executive committee meeting last evening. Committees were appointed to arrange 200 more Planned Knight sults and to oversee music. Members named include F. G. Allen, D. O. Reid, J. I. Kohler, J. B. Wheelock, M. C. Follett, Harlow Barber, and others. A Saturday evening meeting was set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine and Logan Club
F. G. Allen
D. O. Reid
J.I. Kohler
J. B. Wheelock
M. C. Follett
Harlow Barber
Stewart Ells
D. ©. Reid
C. F. Hem
Parks & Locust Firm Emerges In Milan Music Scene
In Milan the retired Moline merchant shifts to a local music business under the label Parks & Locust. Dems drug store offers bold glances at concentrated gall. Wedding bells are rumored to soon ring south of town as hills echo with chimes. Will Whitehead moves to Chicago then California after election. Mrs Mollie Jones of Atlantic visits her aunt in town while husband travels to Chicago. F P Brown elected secretary of Blaine and Logan Club to replace W J Whitehead who departs. Cleveland is said to be gaining in Moline per Franing. Lawrence Martin and J W dicMichall noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moline
Parks & Locust
Democratic
Blaine
Logan
Johnson’s Mill
Will Whitehead
Chicago
California
Mollie Jones
Atlantic
Iowa
G. H. Howens
F. P. Brown
Blaine and Logan—Club
W. J. Whitehead
Cleveland
Franing
Lawrence Martin
J. W. dicMichall
Camp meeting official to preside at boarding tent
Mr South with his steam thrasher passed through town on the way to Big Island. A Butler flag for C H Dibbern benefit was run up on Saturday. A Presbyterian Sunday school seeks a teacher. An evening picnic is discussed among local thoroughbreds. August 6, 1884.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will
Mr. South
Big Island
C. H. Dibbern
Presbyterian Sunday School
Colona Notes Illness Delays Dressmaker and School Change
Miss Lillian Hanna resigns as primary school teacher. her successor unnamed. Mrs Fuller detained at home due to mother’s illness. John Irvin’s house gains improvements. Bridge crew may grow. concern over new workers. Amateur artist seen at work. Rev. Tullis of Geneseo spoke on missions last Sunday. Samuel Tompkins left for Washington Territory Monday. A second timer expected. name not yet learned. July 31, 1884. Paul P.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuller
Lillian Hanna
John Irvin
Tullis
Geneseo
Samuel Tompkins
Washington Territory
Paul P
Proud Moline Heads Us Through Hard Times
The Times notes hardship across the country but reports Moline remains prosperous with factories running at full force and ample orders. Residents enjoy a sense of luck and pride in their city amid broader economic strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moline
Probate Court Records Show Multiple Estate Actions
The Probate Court lists estates including Edward Ward and Charles Walker with filings for relinquishments, administration grants to Wm. B. Pettit, appraisers named, and accounts or petitions to sell real estate. Also noted are estates of William Wait A K Philleo Louis Vi and related creditor notices plus a reminder about money orders and express services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Ward
Sarah E. Pettit
Wm. B. Pettit
David Hawes
George Foster
Chase Hawley
Charles Walker
William Wait
A. K. Philleo
D. V. Philleo
Louis Vi
Martha Wulard
Moline Liquor Dealers Elect Delegates to Cambridge Convention
The Moline Protective Association elected Frank Schrader Christ Mueller Peter Lindgren and Peter Christianson as delegates to the district convention at Cambridge on the 26th. New members Harlow Barber and Mr Smith, former Rosenquist saloon proprietor, were admitted. The Cambridge meeting is anticipated to be well attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moline Liquor Dealers and Manufacturers Protective Association
Cambridge
Frank Schrader
Christ Mueller
Peter Lindgren
Peter Christianson
Harlow Barber
Mr. Smith
Robt. Rosenquist
Property near Daebelichn's addition in Moline offers acreage
A 10 acre site with two houses, barns, and orchards near Daebelichn's addition to Moline. Terms available by applying on the premises or via Chas C. Chamberlin of Hutchinson, Reno County, Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daebelichn
Moline
Chas C. Chamberlin
Hutchinson
Reno County
Kansas
Electric Bitters Promised to Cure Various Ailments
A 19th century ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for low spirits loss of appetite debility disordered blood weak constitution headaches and bilious illnesses. The brand promises rapid improvement renewed life strength and pain relief with sales by Richards and Bohrbeck at fifty cents a bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richards & Bohrbeck
Swampscott Claims Heights of Life on New England Coast
The town touts itself as more populous and stylish than any other coastal community in New England, signaling pride in its social scene and growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swampscott
New England
The Squire and a Hair Tonic Entrapment
A comic note on a squire with a slipping glass eye and a wig that tilts when he speaks. The ad promotes Parker's Hair Balsam promising hair growth and color restoration, praised as clean and highly perfumed. It ends with a quip about Isle of Shoals waiter girls and starving patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire
Flat Creek District
Parker
World’s Fair plans and city notices headline 1887期待
San Francisco announces a planned one million dollar construction program for Golden Gate Park to host the 1887 world’s fair. Local ads promote cures and products, including Wells’ Rough on Corns and general pest remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Golden Gate Park
Wells Health Renewer Promises Cures at Long Branch Hubs
A fragment notes that heart pain palpitations dropsy and indigestion are cured by Wells Health Renewer. It suggests Long Branch boarding houses are under protection and hints at favorable conditions, implying a thriving, well-guarded local scene.
Fair Offer Aids Nervous Debility Hopefuls
Mich offer to Belt Co Marshall sends Dr Dye Voltaic Belt for trial to men and women afflicted with nervous debility and lost vitality. See advertisement. Devil's Lake and Wisconsin Dells attract frequent visitors on a combined trip.
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Mich
Belt Co
Marshall
Devil’s Lake
The
Wisconsin Dells
Kemp's Balsam Promises Relief for Throat and Lungs
An ad notices Kemp's Balsam for cough relief with prices 50 cents and 1, an itinerant performer nuisance in Long Branch, and claims of Glenn's Sulphur Soap’s popularity for skin ailments. Mentions Ayer's Sarsaparilla, Carter's Iron Pills, and various regional references to Fox Lake and Catskills summer visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemp
Clendenin
Glenn
Hill
Bacy Colden
Vege table Remedies and Cottage Life Headlines
An advertisement filled item lists Allen's Bilious Physic as a vegetable liquid remedy for headaches biliousness and constipation. Carter's Little Liver Pills are promoted for indigestion dispersia and overeating. Ayer's Ague Cure is extolled as a malaria remedy. Cottage life is blamed for Long Branch hotel decline amid social notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Ayer
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Advertsed For Wide Ailments
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions. It claims to cure piles or money refunded with 25 cent price per box sold by Richards and Sohrbeck, offering satisfaction guaranteed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Richards & Sohrbeck
Also Mentioned on This Page
Moline, Ill
Prohibition
Pleasant Valley
Mrs. Skinner
Seph Evans
Dan Smith
Jim Corbins
Sharp Silvis
Watertown Baptist Church
John Rudiec
Ely Corbin
Valley Boys
Ned Carrey
George Crawford
John Crouch
Gilead
Blaine and
Milan
Colona
the Times
Real Esato
Circuit
Adam Alday
Lars Helander
Alday
East Rock Island
James Shaw
Jurgen Ehlers
Peter Nelson
John Deere
Pitts
Gilbert & Pitts
JD Chapman
Emily Aswego
Chapman
James C. Mott
Sophionia Nester
Josiah G. Heck
Phillip Heck
Willis Schafer
John F. Carlstedt
Claric Sl. Meese
John Holland
Marshal Blanchard
Peter Hahn
Illinois City
Seth Morgan
Marcus Beal
Charles French
BJ Potter
BT Potter
Samuel R Hawley
Sarah J. Moore
John Moore
Spencer & Case
Thomas Dunn
Thomas W Dunn
Thos. W Dunn
Clifford F Hall
W.A. Meese
American Express Co
Isle of Shoals
Saratoga
Long Branch
Fox Lake
Wis
Ditto
Green Lake
Catskills
Hudson
Carter
Geneva Lake
Oconomowac
Richfield Springs
Auo
LIN
Chicago, Peoria & ST. Lv
Omaha
Lincoln
Kansas City
Atchison
Cenver
Union
Kansass
Denver
SAN Franciscs
Great West
Grand Union
New York
Boston
Peoria
Indiana
Cincinnati
Columbus
All Point
St. Louis
Kansasity
Des Moines
St. Joseph
Topeka
Kansans City
Indianapolis
Vie Peoria
Hannibal
Quincey
Keokuk
Burlington
Cedar Rapids
Albert Lea
St. Paul
Minneapolis
St Poe
New Jraska
Colorado
America
United States
Canada
J. Potter
Perceval Lowell
H. Hamper
Outfit Free Co
Portland
Hops & Malt Bitters CO
YREE
Royal
Pagans
Maine
Bend
Justin
Sagencen
Marston
Pictu
Masitt le
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