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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1889
Page
1
A Nebraska reader reports on Randolph and Norfolk growth, rail line battles, and town improvements. The writer notes new bridges, streets, and residences, mentions Moline as best city, and details a theft at Belmont Restaurant with a horse stable alert and a court proceeding.
The Dispatch argues Moline is best for the Sixth Regiment encampment due to headquarters presence, reduced transport costs, and strong local support. Deere’s Park or nearby grounds offer ample parade space, with railroad access and potential vendor funding from local manufacturers.
Olways Evening Dispatch editor Frank Harwood died at 7:15 AM at his home on 17th Street after long illness. Born August 6 1843 in Omaha Nebraska, he lived in the Island and later wrote with vigor and humor. Survived by relatives in Otley Iowa and Granite South Dakota, his funeral is set from Mrs Harwood’s home Friday at 3 PM with Rev C L Morgan officiating. News notes also mention miners, farmers, and pilots on the Mississippi discussing Sunday rest and local business.
The Sleight Manufacturing Company of Moline Illinois receives a license of incorporation to produce metal and storage specialties and will lease the former Dingock Gould building for a January start. Officers include Edw H Sleight president Joseph D Williams vice president George S Schuman secretary and William Mack treasurer. The firm has already begun toy parlor pistol production in Chicago and plans an improved castor for household use.
Estate matters include probate for Terbert R. Smith and William Henry Burdett with letters testamentary to Elizabeth Mary Burdell. A defective will and estate disclosures appear for Limka Westman. Insanity verdicts for Simon Gordon lead to commitment to Northern Insane Hospital Elgin and county infirmary. Other estates include N J Hulmard with defendant responses and testimony noted.
Teucral Bonekity secretary Id Smith reports the Barnare and Leas Emphogs Mutual Aid Association’s annual statement. Figures show total payments of 375 with 49 as the smallest and 21 for disability benefi ts. Membership fee 25 cents. assessments total 2 cents each. 31 net days after first week of disability.
Post office records list remaining unclaimed letters for the week ending December 12 1889 in Moline Rock Island County Illinois. Names include Anderson A G Johnson Guss Anderson Mrs Hannan Nels Newberg Chay C ers Woaterton Ot 4 Susan Sucker Willd aC Al and more.
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