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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
3
The effort to annex southern Moline area housing about 2000 people gains momentum as canvassers report strong signatures. Supporters note proximity to East Moline and expected town lot development with street lighting sewerage and sidewalks planned after annexation.
A cigar shaped airship hovering above Rock River valley triggers chatter of a mysterious inventor and balloon pranksters. Residents like Frank Maynard of Sterling and Josephine Stolba Pees in Rock Falls report seeing a 150 foot long airborne craft with buzzing noise, prompting lookout committees and wide speculation.
A vintage advertisement touts Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a fifty year old remedy for teething pains. It claims to soothe gums ease teething discomfort and cure wind colic and diarrhea. The ad notes the product is sold by all druggists and priced at 286 bottles.
A proposed annexation movement describes the boundary around a territory to be added to Moline. The river marks the north limit with Riverside cemetery at the east city line. The line travels south to the Indian Boundary, then west with deviations to the river near East Moline village.
Suburb appoints Molder to serve as village marshal amid transitional governance. local officials cite experience and community trust as key qualifications for the role.
Great dissatisfaction over the condition of crossings and roads after interurban use prompts village action. East Maline appoints August Cable as city marshal to enforce repairs and oversee safer walks. The board plans to restore crossings when funds allow and estimates village property value for next spring tax levy due by July 1.
Tri City Railway lets the Prospect park Chautauqua auditorium contract to John Volk & Co of Rock Island for about 5600 dollars. Construction to finish by July 1 with early start and open asymmetrical three sided design seating 2500, stage 40 by 80 feet and capacity 500 on stage for large gatherings and political meetings.
Charles Steenbecke known as Piet Coo was fined 20 dollars and costs for keeping a house of ill fame in Rock Island at Second Avenue between Fifteenth and Sixteenth Streets. Dora Wilson was fined 10 dollars and costs for being an inmate. Mayor McConochie revoked Steenbecke's license and Marshall Miller closed the place. This first revocation warns others against violating saloon orders.
Rockford reports tar macadam proves durable and cheaper than asphalt or brick. Consul James M Shepherd cites six years of Hamiton experience with tarmacadam showing low maintenance, long life, and quieter, dustless streets. It suits mid range traffic and can be resurfaced cheaply, with ten years of good service expected.
At the annual meeting the Free Kindergarten association began disbandment steps while noting ongoing matters to conclude. Reports from Minnie George secretary B Walker and Grace Huntoon treasurer praised work. year income reached 1829.20 with 216.94 in equipment to transfer to public schools. Equipment surrender resolution adopted for use in the new department.
Caution against ointments for catarrh with mercury. Mercury damages smell and systems via mucous surfaces. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio contains no mercury and is taken internally. Sold by druggists for 75 cents per bottle. Free trial offered.
Game restrictions are outlined with the arrival of new hunting licenses, detailing allowable seasons, permit requirements, and safety guidelines for hunters in the region. The notice emphasizes compliance and updated regulations for the upcoming hunting period.
County Clerk H B Hubbard has received hunter license forms for the new game law effective July 1. Residents pay 1 and non residents 15 for a year long license to hunt in any section. Licenses require detailed hunter data and may be shown to wardens. Revenue goes to the state treasury and penalties apply for hunting without one.
A suburb votes to cap the number of saloons at two in the area. Officials approve the measure after debate over licensing and local business impact.
East Moline approves a $750 yearly saloon license for the Chicago Brewing Co with semiannual payments. The first liquor shop opens at the old pool hall on Ninth street. Peter Ayers seeks bondsmen and aims to be open once approved. Two venues are expected to operate, meeting local demand and profit for brewers.
Gen Reece orders a new election for Company F after a May 21 poll was deemed invalid due to a postponed May 21 mark, armory rental and attendance disputes. Walter Shadie picked as first lieutenant. Laurin supporters claim legality, Lyon supporters contest delay. status unsettled pending June 11 vote. Burdock Blood Hitters ad appears at end.
Inquire at 101%First avenue Rock Island. The notice advertises rental of agricultural land four miles southwest of Coal Valley with improvements available.
Mayor Skinner reshuffles library and cemetery boards at Monday council. New patrolman Jacob V Clair replaces deceased Oscar Rose. A new water and plumbing inspector proposed with two inspectors and five years plumbing experience, salary 75 dollars monthly, bond 3000 dollars. Firemen wage demand rejected. sidewalk ordinance repealed with plan for a new version.
John Bollan, a 40 year old single gravel train worker, was injured while unloading on the Milwaukee road between Rapids City and Port Byron. As the train moved slowly backward, the engineer reversed and Bollan was crushed under the caboose, suffering a compound fracture, crushed left heel, and a scalp wound. He was taken to Port Byron and then to the company hospital where amputation is expected.
A nurse at the Children's Home in New York promotes Mother Gray's Sweet Powders claiming they break up colds in 24 hours Cure feverishness headache stomach troubles teething disorders and destroy worms. Sold at all druggists 250 sample mailed free Address Allen S Olmsted LeRoy NY.
An advertisement for a medicinal cure claiming to cure a cold in one day using Laxative cromo-Quinine Tablets. The fragment shows a product pitch and incomplete lines.
An 1860s style notice promotes Allen's Foot-Race powder to treat chilblains, frosty feet, damp feet, and frontbites with purchase at druggists and shoe stores.
Local resident H Caverly of 1706 Fifth Avenue reports severe back and loins pain from heavy work. After trying various remedies, he credits Doan’s Kidney Pills from Clendenin’s drug store with a marked improvement and eventual cure. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo distributes nationwide. Remember the name Doan’s.
Sufferers in Rock Island urged to seek help from UWlinofis X Ray Infirmary. Dr J Alvin Horne presides as staff offers free consultations and examinations including X rays for a limited period to treat chronic nervous and organic diseases in men and women.
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