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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1905
Page
5
The article describes a projected town near the Rock Island railroad east of Moline, laid out to host Rock Island shops workers. It details a 400 foot by wide avenue plan with 80 foot streets, concrete walks, and a pledge to build houses costing at least 1000 dollars, aiming to house current 1200 workers and double soon.
A motion by City Atty G A Shallberg to recast the Fifth ward sewer district assessment was granted by Judge Parmenter. The recast will notify property owners and mainly affect those already assessed for a laid water main. The report also references Deputy Sheriff Heck in an unclear line.
A well dressed man about 30 with a severed windpipe was found on the Hyer bank near Forty eighth street east of the city at 8 on Monday morning. He spoke briefly and indicated he had attempted suicide, denying a treacherous motive. Authorities seek to identify him and determine how the injury occurred as he remains in serious condition at the city hospital.
Four accidents occurred at nearby workplaces this week. B Bloom of Now Shops lost the ring finger in machine gearing and was sent home after treatment. Lusky of Stewart Construction twisted a arm and side in a fall from scaffolding and was returned home. Jesse Swink, a coworker, injured feet and ankles but was not seriously hurt. A New Bhops employee suffered a long scalp wound and was treated at city hospital after arrival by ambulance.
A new 40 by 80 foot structure will be erected on the Henney Buggy Co property in Freaport to serve as a gear room. The addition is a recent decision and complements prior plans for the site.
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A thousand workers at East Moline shops of the Rock Island road received July pay on the 15th as banks crowded to cash vouchers after the work train. The total wage roll reached $54,000 for the motive power and store departments, while the engineering corps at the plant on the switch yards to be built received their checks earlier in the month.
Henry C. Muhleman two years old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Muhleman of Rural Township died after being scalded in boiling water from a bucket. He was found by his mother with serious burns. a physician treated him but the shock proved fatal. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 10 from the home, burial in Lutheran cemetery in Rock Island.
The fifty third annual state fair runs September 30 to October 7 in Springfield. Space and stalls are nearly filled from across the United States. Livestock and machinery exhibits are billed as the best and largest yet, with dairy and cattle displays and a notable $30,000 dairy complex under construction. A wide railway led display will bring products from southern and western states, with major support from railroad lines and regional farm products showcases.
The North Star Benefit association reorganized Tuesday night at G and Peterson offices. W C Peterson of Rock Island was reappointed chairman and editor of the North Star. New committees include Death and disability claims with Dr J F Myers Rock Island C R Chindblom Chicago and M O Williamson Galesburg. Finance with C G Carlson and J A Aldene Rockford and Dr Olof Sohlberg St Paul.
Hillsdale notes visiting kin from Rock Island Albany and Roseville. A Spokane-style pump upgrade is praised. A gas stove explosion at John Butzer’s home caused burns but no serious injuries. A baseball tournament set for Friday and Saturday features Erie Cleveland Port Byron and Hillsdale teams. Local theft concerns prompt chicken-protection appeals.
The Norwegian storthing reports 161 of 821,358 votes against dissolution with August 21 set to proceed. C C Berner says Norway favors a monarchy and seeks a Bernadotte prince, but will invite another if Sweden delays. a republic is not yet decided, voters to rule.
Rev R B Williams of Rock Island and James G Britton of Andalusia will deliver addresses at the Masonic picnic. The event includes members of Rock Island and Scott counties lodges and their families, plus visiting Masons in the city.
In Hampton on August 16, thanks to Silas Baker the Methodist Sunday schools of Hampton and Rapids City take an Eclipse day excursion to Davenport. The group dined at Central Park and enjoyed a day of fellowship.
Multiple marriage licenses listed: Michael Tae and Mabel Mc Roberts of Coe. Severin Anderson and Amanda OC Carlson of Moline. Howard Berckmees and Leona Vermere of Moline. Tra EL Greer and Myrtle A Fender of Aledo. Peter Schmidt of Rock Island and Olga Sorgenfrey of Durant Iowa. John Capet of Oskaloosa and Hannah Purvriance of Peoria. Charkis Waite of Pontiac and Marie Carey of Rock Island.
Fragmentary note mentions stomach and bowels regulation, soothing for children, and a healthful sleep. Includes stray terms Pepe rnside Rocky Morountain Tésx and a price of 35 cents. The text is garbled with unclear references and lacks a coherent event or entities.
Corrected market quotes show movements in Wheat Corn Oats and Pork from Sept to May contracts. Live cattle hogs sheep at East Buffalo and local notes include John Brown buying the Ekland property at Twelfth Avenue and Twelfth Street.
The Illinois crop bulletin for the week ends August 13 notes hot days and scarce rainfall in central and northern districts. Corn remains in good condition in parts but many report need for rain. oats threshing is advancing with favorable results. wheat rye and barley yield well. Meadows suffer, potatoes poor due to moisture lack. some fruits show mixed outcomes as rains arrive.
Fragmentary text notes preparations for a Mércér family reunion titled Mk 3. The fragment mentions August 31 and references Aleda and Zeus. No clear event details or participants are present.
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