Gould Speaks in Time on Saloon Ordinance Reading
The council debated a saloon ordinance drafted by Alderman Karnath and backed by Gould. The measure hinges on consent by two thirds of property owners rather than property itself, sparking confusion, factional motions, and a recess as leaders seek clarity and potential revisions.
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Committee
Kurwath
Amt
Karnath
Profe
Hheral
Wes
Bkeleton
City Attorpes
Sacre
Neue Oaovedd
Rundquist
Gould
Counerd Leed Deen
Gewtd
Ordin
Mayoren
Kar- Wath
Carlson
Albrecht
Wvrth
Big Lang
Wayprter
Sleep Like a Babe Promises Kidney Remedy Cure
Jackson resident Mrs. Mary Smith testifies that Morrows Kid ne oids cured her painful kidney troubles and nervous spells. She reports swelling disappeared, nerves steadied, and sleep restored after three days. pills are yellow tablets sold by druggists or mailed by John Morrow & Co Springfield Ohio.
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Moline
Win
Clenden
Mix Mary Smith
Cooper Street
Jackson
Mich
Morrow
John Morrow & Co
Bpringfield
Ohio
Thief Tracked Across Counties In Horse Thefts
Word from the sheik at Wa sterting indicates a man stole a team of horses four years ago southeast of Rock Ostamdl Sher. Investigators traced the horses to a farm near Swedona and to Henrys County, where the suspect was turned over for further action. Authorities pursue the partner in the Swedona theft and seek justice.
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Wasterting
Koeh Island
Rock
Caudle
Swedona
Henrys County
Henry Toommty Osheni
Sisves
Orientiversman
Justier
Mourns His Lost Badge by Colonel Foster of Sixth Illinois
Colonel Jack Foster of the Sixth Illinois Infantry laments the loss of his regimental badge presented by officers and men when the regiment mustered out. The enamel badge with a diamond setting was more ornate than the standard insignia. He suspects he lost it in the Palmer House or nearby in Chicago between the hotel and a street, amid travels during the National Hard Convention.
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Jack Foster
Sixth Ilindis Infantry
Hns
Foster
Palmer House
Chicago
Pullman
Choe
Steppe
Great Northern Hotel
Local Union Hall to Move into McKinnie Block
Dr P L Mevnnie reports from Chicago influencing Chicago based groups while G A R HALL prepares the McKinnie block loft for a new lodge hall. The Unionist command may relocate to the new hall with other groups likely to follow.
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PL. Mevnnie
Chicazo Thant
Graham Post
ALO
AL YW. Jedge
Grain-O replaces coffee for delicate stomachs
A new preparation named Grain-O now sold in grocery stores promises to replace coffee. It is made from pure grains and is gentle on fragile stomachs, with a price of 15 and 25 cents per package. Children may drink it with great benefit.
Post Office Staff Host Warm Home Event
Mr and Mrs John McEntry entertained a merry gathering of Mr McEntry’s associates at the post office, their wives and friends, on a Saturday evening. Included were Postmaster McKinley, Assistant Postmaster Holt, former Assistant Postmaster Dan W Gould, and the carriers and clerks with their wives. Progressive "ciaque" was played. prizes went to J M Holt a smoking set, Mrs Oscar Hanson won the Indies’ first prize a piece of china, while George Carlson and Frank Rogerson split the consolation prize a bottle of catchup won by Carlson.
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John McEntry
George Carlson
Frank Rogerson
Carlson
Wood's Norway Pine Syrup Promoted for Children's Throat Health
An advertisement touts Wood's Norway Pine Syrup as especially suited for children. It claims the syrup is pleasant to take and soothing, presenting it as a universal remedy for all throat and lung ailments.
Cordova Woman Accidentally Shoots Husband
Mrs. Frank Wilson of Cordova accidentally shot her husband in the hip while cleaning a gun for a hunting trip. Neighbors say the incident resulted from a loaded weapon not being known to be loaded. A separate Cordova rumor alleges she assaulted another woman in vengeance.
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Frank Wilson
Cordova
Cordova Affair Reveals Domestic Crisis and Accusations
Cordova dispatch reports a volatile domestic dispute culminating in a shooting incident. Fran Wenesdas notes Prank Wilson was shot by his wife Klorener amid alleged infidelity and family turmoil. Florence Wadeeen and Ann Sexton are named in accompanying rumor and legal action.
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Fran Wenesdas
Ustad Union
Cordova
Maioe
Ren Seliona
Wilson
Klorener
Bia
Bad West Wilson
Abies
Florence Waleen
Ann Sexton
Osatard
Vin
Mero Watson
Miss Seston
Insurance recovery case against multiple insurers filed
State's Attorney on behalf of Were Fancie finnes of Mikin seeks to recover sums of certificates held by a deceased husband from VMystic Workers of the World and Over of Praternal Trittrnes. Defendants refuse payment citing medical examination statements and a later discovery of a failed exam within six months.
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Po Searle
Fancie Finnes
Mikin
Vmystic
Praternal Trittrnes
Hanes
The Modern Mother Endorses Syrup of Figs for Children
The Modern Mother notes that her children improve more with the pleasant Syrup of Figs when a gentle laxative is needed than with other remedies. Children enjoy it and it benefits them. The true remedy Syrup of Figs is manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co.
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California Pig Syrup Co
California Fig Syrup Co
Cautronnia Fic Synup Co
Cartforma Fic Syrup Co
Informal New Year’s Eve Love Feast Planned in Moline
Graham announced a Friday evening gathering to hold an informal New Year’s Eve love feast. Soldier and sailor parents of the war of 1905 from Moline will be honored. Committees chaired by BB McKeever John Pierce and JT Knox will arrange the program and the customary Penns and cafes spread.
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Graham Post
Moline
Keever
John Pierce
JT Knox
Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup Ad and Soldier's Move
An old patent medicine ad promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething and diarrhoea with a 25 cent bottle price. Separately Lieut Charles Keller of the U S Engineer Corps is reassigned to seacoast defense duty in Portland Maine and will depart for the east in January with Mrs Keller.
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Charles Keller
U. S. Engineer Corps
Rock Island
Portland
Mrs. Keller
East
Core room girls move to new quarters at Kewanee foundry
The core room in the malleable foundry at Kewanee is repurposed for extra molding machines. The core room girls relocate to the east end of the annealing department and report modern improvements and satisfaction with the change.
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Kewanee
Dr Thomas Electric Oil touted for household injuries
An advertisement extols Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a quick remedy for burns cuts bruises and sprains claiming instant relief and healing properties suitable for the medicine chest.
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Dr. Thomas
Rocksland Club to Open New Home with Dec 28 Reception
Club directors announce a reception for members and friends to dedicate the new Rocksland home on the evening of December 28. Committees for arrangements invitation and reception have been appointed.
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Rocksland Club
Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup Promises Quick Cold Cure
An advertisement touts Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as the fastest remedy for a cold and warns not to ignore cold symptoms. The price is listed as 250 in unspecified units.
Penalties and Verdicts In Local Court Case
Jury convicts Ewan J. Carlson of assault with a deadly weapon and fines him 100 dollars and costs. Carlson and Costa face additional charges. Hammis and Coyle found guilty of petty larceny with hearings set for next sessions.
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Costa
Carlson
Hammis and
Coyle
Ewan J. Carlson
Trea Y. Sh. Oldenburg
Carlsen
Ile
Old
Ian Old Han
Cartan
Edward Hammis
Owen Coste
Hwisine
Rob Blackwell
Bigelow
Sheri
Carlson fined for assault on neighbor in local case
Swan J. Carlson was fined 109 dollars plus costs in circuit court for attacking neighbor Fred Y. H. Oldenburg. The amount was paid to the circuit clerk yesterday and Carlson was released from custody.
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Swan J. Carlson
Fred Y.H. Oldenburg
Yesterfos
Carlson
Dodd's Kidney Pills Promised Cure for Rheumatism
A testimonial from Duluth on December 12 claims rheumatism stems from diseased kidneys and that Dodd's Kidney Pills cure the condition. Mr Patrick Welch describes severe rheumatism and heart disease relief after using the pills, while the ad promotes purchases by mail or local druggists.
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Pattick Welch
Lake Avenue
Duluth
Dee
Dodd
Blaney
All Ruggista
Dodd’s Medicine Co
Buffalo
Itching Hemorrhoids Posed A Life Crisis
A brief reminiscence from B. Cornwell of Valley Street Sauger Falls New York describing persistent hemorrhoid pain and a failed medical search for relief before a prompt home remedy cured them.
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B. Cornwell
Valley Street
Saugerties, N.Y
Blindfold chess match ends with Metzgar defeating Pillsbury
Davenport witnesses a six hour blindfold chess session where Harry N. Pillsbury, U S champion, played twenty four games at once against local masters including J D Metzgar. Metzgar wins igniting cheers as Pillsbury lone defeat marks and another draw noted among Cambridge and Davenport players.
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J. D. Metzgar
Harry N. Pillsbury
United States
Pillsbury
Dasenport
Oan
Imate
Pune
Lon Anad
Evers
Losmik
Medline
Pallsbursy
Metzgar
Cis
Rea Vie Omy
Dehaht
Metegar
Jlavers
Daverpert
Robert Dan
Felix Herschel
Oscar Liseber
Gen
Metaprar
Alten
OR. Kluge
Fowl Duff
FE. Lascher
Alf Claussen
PL FL Peterson
Rock Island
Lidewig
They Weld
RW. Sala
Max Hellpenstell
W. CC. Shoemaker
Moline HD
Nimsworth
J. D. Metzwar
Temperance Meeting Draws Strong Attendance and New Members
The Scandinavia Temperance union held its regular monthly meeting at the Swedish Baptist church. Mr Strombeck and Rev Vd Feean spoke strongly against intemperance urging unity for temperance work. Twenty one new members joined, bringing total to 214. John Johnson was elected director. A good collection was taken. Next meeting at the Free Swedish Mission church on the bluff.
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Scandinavia Temperance Union Hele
Strombeck
Feean Rach
Hoth
John Johnson
Free Swedish Mission Church
Ice Cut Supervision Pledged by Rock Island Council
Health opis bis Comegys of Rock Island is to supervise ice cutting within the city after a council resolution. Discussion referenced concerns about ice near Sylvan water receiving sewage from Moline and Rock Island arsenal and possible talk about ice near Twelfth street shore where a dump boat operated last summer.
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Opis Bis Comegys
Rock Island
Phere
Moline
Rock Island Arsenal
Twelfth Street
Surveyors Edge Toward Geneseo on Peoria to Clinton Route
Survey teams with the St. Louis Peoria & Northern reach Geneseo five miles east of town and prep to survey toward the three cities. Main line to Clinton undetermined with a possible Geneseo to three cities branch. Proponents claim southern Illinois coal benefits. other route plans include direct Peoria to Clinton connections and southern trade access. In estate news, Mrs. Vicket Yates Mitcham leaves $2,000 and Mexican Telegraph Co stock to Capt. OLB Mitcham, with daughters Louisa Bell and Adelaide Yates Mitcham as heirs. Capt. Mitcham named executor.
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Peoria
Clinton
Tri-Cities
St. Louis
Peoria & Northern
St. Paul
Geneseo
Rock Island
Calw
Peork
Cihiten
Ise
Atlanta
Pensacola
Moline
Hllinois
Vicket Yatey Mitcham
Eets
Capt
Olb. Mitcham
Mexican Telegraph Co
Louisa Bell
Adelaide Yates Mitcham
Capt. Mitcham
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Evening Dispatch
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D. Jack Foster
G. A. R. Hall
McKinnie Block
Cordova Affair
Hans
Nvatre
Swan Carlson
Carlson Free
Rock River Farmer
F. Y. H. Oldenburg
Minnesota
Andi
Harry A. Beale
McCook, Neb
Laura C. Codd
Mary Bailey
C. D.cCulloch
Turner Hall
Davenport
Mr. Pillsbury
Gus Stueben
Gus Stueber
Stueber
Sin Games
If. A. Weld
BE. M. Sala
J. W. Streed
Cambridge
J. E. Klenze
D. Metzgar
Harry Ainsworth
George Meteear
D. Eo Alten
Veluw Hersceht
Oscar Lischer
Ed Lischer
Ait Classen
Prof. Andrews
Harpiman
Town City
de Robert Joy
A. Bergmann
Thitsbury
J.D. Metvyur
Pillsbury Monslas
Vero
M. Hamilton
Newcomb
Juw
ARS
Mary Bjurndanl
Jiinels
Temperance Meeting
Scandinavian Union
San J Tauieville, Ky
Cal
New York
Urea
Reese
Genereo
Hood
Easiy
C T Flond & Co
Lowell
Mass
F.C
Boston
Third Avenue
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