Civil War Veteran Alexander Dunbar Dies in Zuma County
Alexander Dunbar born 1827 in Ohio died at home in Zuma after a four week battle with stomach cancer. A blacksmith by trade and longtime farmer, he and his wife Elizabeth settled in Zuma in 1856 and raised twelve children, eleven of whom survived. He served in the Civil War and was a long-time resident of the county’s upper end.
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Imported Men in several clashes
Fragmentary OCR text shows references to imported men in multiple clashes with disjoint phrases and scattered names. No coherent events, dates, or locations are readable to identify a clear incident narrative.
Edgewood Baptist Church Receives Generous Site Donation
The First Baptist church and heirs vote a resolution of thanks for a generous act and interest in the church. Justin Lindgren, state university football coach, is quarantined at home with diphtheria. his wife and Gunning, catcher on last season's varsity baseball team, are also quarantined in the Lindgren home.
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Outdoor Work Ordinances Approved by City Council
The council approved three ordinances directing outdoor work for the year. They include brick paving on Twenty third Street from Seventh Avenue, and specifications for water and sewer projects on Fourteenth and Sixteenth Lavendies areas. Other details reference street boundaries and project timelines.
Experts Report on Welton's Accounts Nears Release
A team of expert accountants will deliver a report to Henry County Board of Supervisors finance committee in Cambridge. They completed an exhaustive examination of county clerk records dating back 37 years and have spent recent weeks shaping and tabulating the findings.
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Henry County
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Drury Drainage Job Awarded to Geneseo Man
The Drury drainage contract for levee work in Drury township Mercer county was awarded to Frank Stevens of Geneseo at 25 dollars per acre for clearing and 12 percent per cubic yard for excavation. The sole other bid from Page & Schnable of Chicago was 1 5 dollars per acre for clearing and 16 percent per cubic yard. Reynolds of Rock Island was nominated for county judge by the Democratic county committee on Tuesday.
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First White Gil Baby of County Born in 1834
Mary Wells Fitch the first white girl born in Rock Island County died at her Hampton home after heart trouble. She was born May 7 1834 to Lucius and Funice Wells and married twice. Survived by sons Maverick and Leonard Posten of Missouri and Lucius Fitch of Portland Ore plus daughters Manile Ward and Mrs f Srene Byer. She leaves three brothers and a sister. Funeral 1 p.m. Thursday at Hampton Congregational Church conducted by Rev Read.
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Port Byron Community Notes and Local Events Summary
Local items report Port Byron and nearby communities hosting social events and meetings. Details mention milestones at Mrs Morgan’s home, a birthday celebration for a resident, and a farmers Institute gathering with scores from a shooting club nearby. Residents plan forthcoming visits and discussions on rural matters.
Vice President of Why Store Sells His Stock
Albert J Katz, vice president and general manager of the Why Store in Davenport, has sold his interest to Rena B Froelich. After a short rest he plans to enter manufacturing, likely high grade shirts, and would prefer to locate in Davenport if possible, with locals hoping he remains in the business circle.
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Davenport
Rena B Froelich
T J Nashes Body Recovered From Mississippi River
A fisherman found the body of T J Nash in the Mississippi River at Burlington Iowa. Nash an elderly Rock Island resident killed himself December 2 last year by jumping from the government bridge near Davenport after sending letters to his wife and son. Identified by collar initials papers in pockets and Booth oyster house agent Hunter. Son George Nash left Rock Island to confirm identity. Remains to be buried in Ottumwa, formerly his home before moving to Rock Island to live with his son.
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Child Found Dead Amid Epidemic Illness
The 11 year old Helen VanPale daughter of Mrs Louise DeLarivier was found dead in bed at the family home on Seventh Street at 8 o clock Tuesday by her stepfather August DeLarivier. Death blamed on scarlet fever and diphtheria with neglect cited by health officials. An inquest was held by Coroner I Eckhart and physicians urged swift medical action during the epidemic to protect others.
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Bluff
East Rock Island
Scarlet fever epidemic prompts Ridgeview school closures
In Rock Island the scarlet fever and diphtheria outbreak leads Ridgeview trustees to close schools and churches if new cases emerge. Attendance has plummeted to a handful, with quarantine homes rising to about a dozen. The public library remains shuttered and overdue books will be destroyed to halt spread.
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Ridgeview
Rock Island
Milwaukee M O Plant in Milwaukee a Municipal Failure
A Milwaukee committee asks for more time before finalizing a report on a municipal garbage plant after findings show the Jones Island facility is costly and underperforming. The plant costs Milwaukee about 187 dollars per ton, while a Rockford firm offers disposal at 80 cents per ton. The plant’s unsanitary practices and labor intensity contribute to high costs.
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Eagles take option on Swanson Place property for lodge
Moline Eagles take an option on John Swanson’s Fifth Avenue property near Thirteenth Street with plans to buy for a lodge building. Frontage 40 feet, depth 150 feet, brick structure 80 feet deep, with 70 feet of adjacent land in the option. Plans call for adding a third story while preserving first floor shops. second floor flats become club rooms. Other sites are under review.
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Fireman F Engstrom Hurt After Being Thrown From Cab
Fireman F Engstrom of Burlington road suffered a fractured skull and severe injuries when a sudden engine lurch on No 77 near Barstow threw him headfirst from the cab. He was dragged by the storm curtain, then lay by the track as the train continued a mile. He was taken to Erie for treatment, with doctors hopeful for a home return in a few days.
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Colorado Moline Plow to Erect 6 Story Denver Building
P M Price returned from Denver where he met with architects about a six story brick warehouse and office building for the Colorado Moline Plow Co. Plans estimate cost around 511000 with ground area 60 by 132 feet. The company has bought Denver property between Eleventh and Twelfth streets for offices and warehouse space. Construction contract to be let in two or three weeks with work to start immediately. new quarters to be ready by late summer.
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Mission board favors new Swedish Lutheran church at Moline
Genesee Feb 19 The district missionary board supported starting a Swedish Lutheran congregation on the bluff near Fifteenth street between Twenty and Twenty fourth avenues. If conference provides a pastor the local church trustees would back a supplementary church to replace Southchapel as a mission field. Approval from district and state boards and conference is required.
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Stories of Lincoln Anniversary Tales and a Messenger’s Memory
A Lincoln feature recalls how Charles Frederick, an old telegraph messenger, debated Lincoln’s temper. He recounts delivering a McClellan telegram to the White House and notes the guard at the gates, illustrating the era’s mood and Lincoln’s reputed volatility.
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Aldermen Override Mayors Veto Move to Reconsider Franchise
Rock Island aldermen moved to reconsider the Central Union Telephone Co. franchise vote after Mayor McCaskrin read his veto. Robina’s attempted reconsideration failed. Robbins then advanced his own motion, the council adjourned, and the mayor denounced the body from the gallery.
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Memorial service honors Frances Willard with large attendance
The memorial service at the First Goat Church for Frances Willard drew a large crowd yesterday. Rev B F Martin opened with prayer, Rev J W Edwards spoke, Mrs W W Bearby reviewed Willard as a WCTU leader, and Miss Robbins delivered the closing address. About thirty quotations from Willard’s writings and diary entertained attendees while Mrs Casterton’s solo and fervent congregational singing completed the event.
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Mrs Norman Sues for Desertion in Rock Island Divorce
Grace Ethel Norman files in circuit court claiming Wilbur Norman deserted her less than two months after their October 24 1904 marriage in Rock Island. She states the desertion occurred December 19 1904. Sweaney and Walker accompany as solicitors. Separately Motorman Lucas sues Hast Moline interurban for 20000 in damages. jury verdict returned for the company.
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