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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1910
Page
5
A provision states the charter shall be void if construction work does not start within two years and is not completed within four years. The clause requires completion within four years from approval, with potential nullification of the charter if these timelines are not met.
A bill to grant a charter for a private railroad and wagon bridge across the Mississippi between Moline and Bettendorf was introduced by Congressman Dawson. Edward H Van Patten of Davenport promotes the project, with construction to start in two years and finish in four, linking train streetcar and pedestrian traffic and opening rich farm territory and trade between the cities.
Wayland Brown, longtime assistant manager at Barnard & Lens Manufacturing Co, resigns to become secretary and general manager of the Robinson Manufacturing Co in Muncie Pa. He has spent 21 years in the Barnard firm, moving up from engineering roles. Mrs Brown will accompany him as they relocate, leaving Christchurch circles saddened.
Miss Lucy A. Sharp died at the Old Ladies' home in Peoria January 13 at over 90. She served as assistant to A. Smith, Colona postmaster from 1864 and became postmistress in 1883, and remained in that role until age prevented her.
Sensational charges from a divorce bill filed by Attorney W Whiteside for Annie Eli Schuck against her husband William Ek Schuck a farmer near Hillsdale. The filing cites repeated fists hair pulling chair striking and threats to kill dating back to 1906 with separation on January 11. Mrs Schuck seeks absolute divorce for cruelty and custody of three children.
A special city council meeting canvassed 5608 ballots in favor of annexation to add 240 acres between First and Tenth streets from Nineteenth avenue south to Twenty seventh avenue. City attorney to draft ordinance. total city area rises to 3506 acres. Board of Supervisors may act in March to detach annexed land back to the township of Moline.
James Kelley flagman for Rock Island Railway Co at Warner's Crossing retires under the pension rule. At 78 he will receive a pension based on the average monthly earnings of the last ten years not less than 20 dollars per month. He has served 42 years with the Rock Island road with faithful service and friends welcome his reward.
Two men found unconscious in Koester flats at 7 am on Monday near Rock Island, asphyxiation suspected from blown out gas. Frank Anderson, a Cambridge farmer, rented a room and, after undressing, blew out the gas causing others near by to be endangered. condition improved after Ur Hall's rescue.
Moline’s tax rate rises to 8.90 per $1000 valuation from 8.46 due to higher school levy from 116000 to 125000 and a state levy increase. The school budget boost funds teacher salaries and school system improvements, with broad public support and pride in district efficiency.
Miss Edith J Broomhall describes her Sicily to Naples journey before returning to the United States, detailing Reggio and Messina devastation from the 1908 earthquake, ruined streets, barracas, salvaged relics, and a new Messina forming beside the ruins.
Frank Rogerson named to conduct the civil service census examination in this city. The test is scheduled for February 5 with a three hour duration and no early departure. Location likely city hall or a school. application blanks not yet received, with notices to be published.
March 9 arrangements for the annual meeting of the Williams Swedish Republican League in Gatesburg are underway. Delegates from several counties attend. Senator Fo Harborgh aims to secure top speakers including Governor Adolph Eberhart and possible Senator Curnurtus. planning for a suitable banqueting venue is in progress.
Attorney Will Whiteside received a pleasant recognition from state officials for special service as Attorney General. The appointment requires him to remain in Springfield through February with possible extension. Friends are pleased by the selection and the substantial compensation accompanying the work.
Construction of a 65 mile Rock River Traction Co line from Sterling to Prophetstown to Gieneseo with hastened survey and ground work will start this week. Northwestern Engineering and Construction will open an office in Sterling and sell preferred stock along the route to fund the road. Crossing points and bridge plans include Colona or Barstow with potential use of a Hen ry and Rock Island counties bridge. The line will connect Silvia with the TriCity Railway into the city as representatives canvass landowners and towns for subscriptions.
Knights of Columbus organize a minstrelsy style act with Woodyatt training the troupe and Ro Mabon as business manager. Local talents from Roch Jelabd and Davenport join a 35 member chorus for an April stage debut at The Moline Theatre where a newborn son brings family joy.
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