Ferry monopoly sticky to Rock Island crowd and Davenport
A 1882 letter to the editor condemns the Davenport Rock Island ferry monopoly run by Capt. Robinson. It cites rising bridge pedestrian traffic and urges Senate action to authorize a new line, promising spring construction and lower 5 cent crossings for the public. It argues government should aid convenient cross-bridge passage and curb extortion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pothie
Dispatch
Davenport
Hackmen
Thia
Rock Island
Thic
Thir
Ion
Robinson
Secretary of War
Congress
Senate
Call for Executive Committee on Western Waterways meeting
A letter from Washington dated December 4, 1884 urges prompt action by the Executive committee on the improvement of the Western waterways. It calls a consultation in Washington on January 13, 1885, to align cheap transportation plans for the Mississippi Missouri and Ohio valleys and to secure liberal appropriations. The committee will be represented there by secretary B J Woon and chairman G. L. Waieut at Willard's Hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washinauton
D. C
Congress
Executive Committee
Mississippi
Missouri
Ohio
Mississippi Valley
Washington
B J Woon
Chicago
Rock Island & Pacific R’y
Geneseo
Moline
Rock Island
Illinois
Davenport
Muscatine
Keokuk
Knoxville
Oskaloosa
Fairfield
Des Moines
West Liberty
Iowa City
Atlantic
Avoca
Audubon
Harlan
Guthrie Center
Gouner Bluva
Iowa
Gallatin
Trenton
Cameron
Kansas City
Leaverworth
Atchison
Kansas
Great Rock Island
HORT
Pullman
Chicaco
Missouri River
Minneapolis
And
T. Pav
Albert Lea
Seneca
Kankakee
Newport News
Richmond
Cincinnati
Indianapolis
la Fayette
Counock
St. Paul
Princpal
United States
Canada
R. R. Cable
ST. John
Ghicago
Bargy Confesses intoxication led to act against Moline Plow
Jacob Bargy stated last evening that he acted not from spite toward the Moline Plow Company but under intoxication. He claimed his discharge did not influence the deed and expressed hope for no bitterness from the firm. Gorge Stevens reported the confession and said the company bears no ill will toward him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Bargy
Moline Plow
Gorge Stevens
Perme
Bargy
Young Evans
Robinson Cornered Over Hennepin Canal Meeting Allegations
Edward Russell counters claims by Captain Robinson H Lundy and G L Parker from the Hennepin canal meeting in Davenport and Davenport area citizens are urged to seek facts. Russell republishes Democrat notices and cites Board of Trade discussions urging a public meeting at Rock Island city hall and apologies from the cited men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Russell
Tri-Cities
Harper House
Rock Island
Moline
Avenports
Russell
Capt. Robinson
H. Lundy
G. L. Parker
Hennepin Canal
Citiz368
Davenport
Democrat
Board of Trade
J M Everspar
Upper
Mississippi Valley
Rungell
Messrs. Robinson
Lundy, Parker & Co
Contributions Pour In For Garfield Monument Fund
J H Rhodes announces a comprehensive breakdown of Garfield Monument Fund contributions from states territories and foreign nations up to that date. The total reaches 132399 04 with many jurisdictions listing varied sums and a 4 percent interest accrual noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Rhodes
Garfield National Monument Association
Garfield Monument Fund
Alabama
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachuseugg
Michigan
Aminnesota
Missigpinagl
Missouri
New Panka
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Cleveland
Knights Templar of
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Vermont
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Arizona
Dakota
Idaho
Montana
New Mexico
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
District of Columbia
England
France
Australia
Canada
Belgium
Amelia Goldberg Brilliantti at Harper's Theatre
Miss Amelia Goldberg Brilliantti headlined a Harper's Theatre program on Saturday December 27. The New York celebrity drew strong notice for her refined voice and tasteful delivery, earning long applause and generous floral tributes from the audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper's Theatre
Amelia Goldberg
Brilliantti
New York
Two for One Clothing Sale At Davenport Store
Advertised in the Disratci page, the one price clothier offers two dollars in clothing for one dollar due to stock excess. Rothschild invites Moline friends to take part in the sale while supplies last. Ely's Cream Balm is recommended for colds and head congestion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Disratci
Sanc Kkothschild
Davenport
Rothschild
Ely
R. W. Cheever
Utter Herald
Clinton, Wis
Ex-sailor editor’s letter reveals impostor tale in Dutchess County
Frank Harwond, once editor of the Hornet, is cited as dodgy figures in a letter from C. B. Howland, sheriff of Dutchess County, about a man posing as Wheeler’s nephew. The letter details how the impostor spun stories to gain trust and money, with the “two and a half” remark noted as ominous. Wheeler’s circle reportedly received similar warnings.
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Frank Harwond
Hornet
Howland
Dutchess County
New York
Charlie Wheeler
Povarkurparr
N. Y
Dean Wiheeler
Larwood
Syracuse
Wheeler
Community Christmas Dinner at Fairview Farm
On December 16 at Fairview Farm residence of Mr John Weaver a 67th birthday celebration for Geo Weaver brought warmth despite cold and hardship. Guests praised hospitality of Mr and Mrs Weaver and were served an abundant feast with toasts and touching remarks about fidelity and love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Weaver
Fairview
Fairview Farm
Wildboy
City council faces bill of damages over lumber near rail
Street Superintendent Jasper unloaded city lumber near the C R I and P railroad. A train’s car stopped by the pile damaged a step and may prompt a city council bill. The council may review train speed through the city before paying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jasper
Illness cured by Mrs Dr Keck claims Davenport trial
A testimonial from John Roinfeldt details years of severe illness including catarrh headaches dizziness and digestive troubles. After a single visit by Mrs Dr Keck in Davenport his health reportedly improved within eight weeks, with all symptoms disappearing and he returning to work.
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Mr. Klichting
Davenport
Dr. Keck
John Roinfeldt
Rudolphus Hoffman
Iowa
Dr. Keean
Second Street
K. W. Brady
Robert Moore
Brady Street
Adam F. State Bil
American Express Company
Alice Whisler
Perry Street
Cure of Lung Disease Through Mrs Kecks Treatment
Mrs Dr Keex Dear Madam thanks for cure of consumption after four doctors declared incurable. Patient unable to walk, treated by Mrs Kecks, regained strength and remains well over three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR Keex
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le Coo Son
New Orleans
Grorit L Waieut
St. Louis
Willard’s Hotel
Jake Barg
Garfield
Amelia Goldberg Brilliantti
Wells, Richardson & Co
Burington
Systen
London
Aus: & Schoefl R
Creank Bilin
Mra. D. Hagadorn
Union
Magnus Muttille
Ottawa
Laning
Euston
John Starberten
Itelen’s Babies
The
Jerald
DR Kfor
Brady St
Davenport, Ia
Blue Grass
Scott County
Laws
Ruck Island
Dave
Reimer Reimers
E. L. Cook
ITY Express
Co Street
4Th Avenue
Simoge Gould & Ct
August Seberlien
Iowa State Steam
Brady
J. Musier
Insurance Agency
W. H. Hayes
C. Cleaveland
Hayes &Cleaveland
Life and Accident Insurance Fire
Bengston’ S Block
Ills
W. W. Haley
Bass
7Th Avenue
21St Street
Illiam R. Moore
al’ Law and Notary Public
Mit
Ljerbert D. Blakemor
IMPAT
P. O. Box
Rook Island, Ill
E.W. Hurst
S Turney
Masonic Temple
Rock Island, Ills
Odest
B. Gordon
Richards & Lohrbeck
Third A
Sixteenth Street
E. E. Cady
J. W. Stark
Second Avenue Island
Dlinois
Fredrik Westerb Fide
Fifteenth Street
Moline National
Wmce
M.2toy
A. H. Wimmermark
Browning
Svenk Lukarr
Mee
Ito
Seventeenth St.eet
Moline, National Bank
A. Barnard
Porter Skinner
Wright
W. Wheelock
Hiram Darling
Casper Vitztbun
Enne
Europe
Augusta
Theo Garg
Ots
My Co
SEN W. W. Whipple & CO
Wenend
A. A. Mellier
Paul
Minn
Nextronx
M. D
TonnaLore
Taro
Herwann
Thomas
Washington Avenue
Alle
Chippewa Falls
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