Swede Lutheran church plans extra doorways for safety
The Swede Lutheran church faces criticism for a design with only front entrances. Authorities should add multiple exits to prevent crowd hazards and potential loss of life during emergencies.
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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1881
Page
7
The Swede Lutheran church faces criticism for a design with only front entrances. Authorities should add multiple exits to prevent crowd hazards and potential loss of life during emergencies.
The Poormaster J W Hyden resists surrender of office pending Board of Supervisors approval of bonds for his successor W Stevens. State's Attorney Parmenter confirms the rule that Hyden retains books and duties until bonds are approved. A Workingman touts Hop Bitters as a cure for poverty and illness.
A distressed patient writes that after weeks in City Hospital doctors offered hope and a plan. He claims two bottles of medicine improved his condition and expresses gratitude while urging readers to seek treatment.
The Aumni of A Minnesota school mourn Hattie J McKeever who died June 9 1881 and left a bright promise of noble womanhood The memorial notes her inspiring character and the loss to friends and family The committee sends copies to relatives and preserves memorials in the annals
The Laboratory for the manufacture of Electric Bitters is advertised as a great Chicago enterprise employing many, with an extensive sale and high demand. The remedy is praised for merit, priced at fifty cents and sold by all druggists, with demand often exceeding supply.
Daniel Ak arrived in Rock Island from New York in 1537 and pursued carpentry before turning to farming in Hampton township where he still resides. He recounts hunting arid observing wildlife on land now occupied by Moline’s stores. Fresh from a Nebraska trip, he notes good crops in Nebraska and Iowa, with farmers hopeful for a favorable season. He also mentions three large potatoes tested with a total weight of 3 pounds 2 ounces, shipped from Davenport by Frank Anderson for Louis Weckel.
Wace and Co advertise electric belts and bands on Michigan avenue and Jackson street claimed to cure nervous debility and other diseases. The devices are said to be the invention of Dr D Al Joy of the University of Michigan and offered free trials before purchase.
A summary of the Sterling library report shows 2 236 volumes added by purchase and 7 by will, 15 713 visits, 12 261 renewals, and expenses totaling 1 877 62 with 33 532 on hand. It contrasts Sterling with Moline where 4 800 was appropriated but little spent on books. Sterling’s book purchases and lower expenses are noted as favorable.
Monday forenoon at Reimer Erbet's saloon near the CRI XP RR depot a fight broke out when Tom Winn and his companions demanded drinks without paying. Winn struck bartender Andrew Schmidt, injuring him. police arrested Winn and two accomplices. Winn paid a $15 fine plus costs. Schmidt faced a $3 fine for abusive language. The piece condemns saloon mismanagement and calls for strict keeper enforcement.
Mesgrs Welch harlay Co of Cuba Tl report strong demand for California Kidney Tea with claimed satisfaction and a 50 cent large package. B Higley Co Fairfield ow sole agents offer postpaid 59 cents. Coroner L W Beal of Zuma shows Merino and Cotswold sheep specimens. Dr Krink’s Great Nerve Restorer advertised at 931 Arch Street Philadelphia for nerve diseases.
A shop advertises new stock of print reg MVular patterns and dress goods. The message invites a visit during the week, promises courteous service, and notes fast-selling items while urging not to buy from worn shelves.
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