Pay as you enter cars debut on Tri City Blue Line
The Tri City Railway Co placed seven pay as you enter cars on the Blue Line to speed trips between Moline and Rock Island. Six cars run in regular service with one in reserve while riders adapted to the new system and conductor duties.
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Tri City Railway Co
Cincinnati Car Co
Davenport
Scott County
Twin-Cities
Cincinnaati
Dispatch
Rock Island
Moline
Sister City
Ehough
Burlington
Rock
Chicago
Graham Post set to elect new officers tomorrow
Graham Post will hold an evening meeting to elect its new officers. Members are invited to attend at the I& A Ro hall to cast ballots and appoint leadership for the upcoming term.
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Graham Post
Marotats
Graham
Ebee
Alotect
Barstow Yard Opens to Relieve City Congestion
Barstow Yard starts operations easing traffic in three cities. Burlington crews shift routes from Galesburg Rock Island to Deeburg Barstow, with freight grouping and sorted shipments. Dispatch notes trucks and trains return home after shifts, reducing delays and long waits.
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Cealesturk
Rock Island
Saddler Gays
Barstow
Cattoadt
Brick Structure Awarded in Local Contract Notice
A local contracting authority awarded a brick structure project to a successful bidder. The apparent scope includes building a brick framework with floor and roof work, with the winning firm listed as responsible for the key construction tasks and timeline.
Work on Marseilles plant is completed
Coptrattora finished their work on the Marseilles plant yesterday. Workmen had been burying on the big punt for eight months and the officers of the concern are pleased that construction has been completed. Although the factory had operated for some time the interior was not completed until yesterday.
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Coptrattora
Marseildes
The
Cancern
Pianos Sent to Belgian Agents in Carload Shipment
A carload of pianos was dispatched to agents in Belgium. The voyage involved shipments via steamer with anticipated delivery to Antwerp and Brussels. The operation included transit through Antwerp and a steady flow of piano exports to European buyers.
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Belgium
Rock Island Southern Tests Electrical Car
Fire interrupted an electrical car test by the Rock Island Southern yesterday afternoon. Officials then conducted a run to assure the electrical equipment is in perfect condition for switching from steam to electric motive power.
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Rock Island Southern
Gold Watch Presented to Foreman at East Moline Meeting
Workers under William Parrott of the East Moline house building syndicate received a handsome gold watch and chain as a token of appreciation. The presentation followed by a toast as five men gathered in the evening, reflecting respect for Parrott and recognizing efforts amid reduced work.
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William Parrott
House Building Syndicate
East Moline
Tad Oott
Thes Association
Miers
Parroté
Pitt
Three Moline Men to Attend Rivers Congress
Three Moline men are named to attend the national rivers and harbors congress. Governor appoints delegates from Chicago and other towns to join the delegation. Names listed include Toots Adlets Willem Batterworth and Wes Trav, among others.
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Moline
Rivers Meeting
Bene Ftoo
Ino Waghigeton Deceuber Jte
Willem Batterworth
Westrav
Walker Walter
Aeptield
Dasa
Martens and Duburg Taken to Pontiac Reform School
Report states MARTENS and DUBURG were moved to Pontiac after a court appearance. The note mentions boys in custody related to a muter of franc duets and a reform school transfer, with additional vague references to Terre and a city jail.
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Martens
Duburg
Pontiac
One Room Schools in Rock Island County
Inspection of county one room schools highlights needs in equipment and sanitation. Supervisors note state standards and compare local facilities with broader county practices.
Invite Billy Sunday to Visit Davenport
A brief item notes an invitation extended to Billy Sunday to visit Davenport. The fragment mentions Des Moines and a Speass in Des Meres, but the readable text focuses on the proposed visit and its regional connection.
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Billy Sunday
Vis Davenport
Speass In Des Meres
Harper House Fire Totals $40,000 Damage
A blaze at Harper House causes 40000 in damage at noon. Miss Birdie Welch, long time hotel maid, was rescued from the fifth floor by guests and is reported injured. The fire prompted rapid evacuation of guests and staff.
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Harper
Birdie Welch
Fire Hits Building as Logs and Furnishings Damage Soar
Fire crews battled a blaze that damaged a building with heavy logs and furnishings. Reports say a tossed wire may have sparked the fire, delaying response as trucks, additional delays, and water supply challenges complicated containment. One occupant was hospitalized after being burned. others escaped.
Robbers escape with money and stamps from Kirkwood postoffice
A cryptic telegram markets page mentions Kirkwood postoffice last night, noting robbers escaped with all money and stamps in the can. Nearby lines reference schools awarded diplomas and various scattered local notices, indicating a mix of market chatter and public notices.
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Kirkwood
Tl Dee
Winter Wheat Sown Despite Severe Winter Elsewhere
A weathered agricultural note reports winter wheat sowing in a region, detailing crop counts, yields, and comparisons with oats and rye. It cites percentages, bushel measures, and pricing terms, reflecting harvest expectations and farm activity amid harsh conditions.
The Review-Dispatch Begins Its 41st Year
The Review-Dispatch marks its forty first year with a wrap of notes and updates. The text records internal discussions and mentions dates and people tied to the paper’s long running history.
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the Review-Dispatch
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