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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1907
Page
6
Three foundries see molders quit in protest against the contract system. Workers abrogate contracts signed in January and reassert opposition to the policy in the shops.
A scanned newspaper fragment reports a state patriarchs appointment with Roe J Meyer and others involved. Details reference the medical department and an official from Tolpota, noting a high rank and changes in the department leadership.
Foundry men seek action for a union walkout amid reports of possible shortages. A machinists union member hints at a sympathetic strike to avoid handling non union moldings, while manufacturers could fill shops with molders within two weeks. The dispute risks wider disruption to city industry and related trades.
Vague notes show unclear figures on crop inventories and farm income. The fragment references estimates of remaining crops and mentions individuals possibly connected to the data. The incomplete text limits precise conclusions.
The Peoples Credit Clothing Co plans to launch a new store in Moline, signaling an expansion of its extensive credit fashion business. The article notes strong local demand and a substantial customer base, with emphasis on men women and children wearing their goods. It also mentions a related hospital meeting where Dr. FE MW Sala was elected president and Dr J R Hollowbush declined reelection.
Flooding from January rain submerged the Goat Valley Mining Coal Cable mine. Pumps with a 60,000 barrel daily capacity are removing water, with machinery valued over $6000 to be salvaged. The operation aims to dry and clear debris so mining can resume by April, after crews were hired and water level drops noted.
A vintage ad claims Mr Winslow's Soothing Syrup used by millions of mothers for teething relief. It pledges gum soothing action, wind colic cure, and diarrhea relief, priced at 25 cents per bottle or two for a bold display by druggists. The notice guarantees compliance under the 1906 food and drugs act, serial number 1098.
C N Fairchild of Deere and Co. narrowly escaped death on February 28 when his head was caught between a freight car and the loading platform at the company warehouse. His right ear was nearly torn off and he received injuries that required stitches after being treated by Dr. A H Arp, then sent home to rest.
The War of 1812 relics, four cannons, are promised by the War Department for Campbells Island monument park. A Messe in Washington gave the good news and the local Daughters of the American Revolution plan to file the application. The cannons will be placed near the park’s monument to enhance the historical display.
A fragmented local notice outlines plans by the East End Club to construct facilities on Fourth Avenue. The item hints at gymnasium use and winter ramp rooms while mentioning associated arrangements and possible dates.
land north of Colona road east of Thirty fourth street sold by Margaret Frederikson to investors from Moline. plan to plot into two three and five acre tracts with street frontage for suburban residences suitable for gardening or small scale farming. survey soon and prices not yet announced.
A scrambled OCR fragment from the Houston Post mentions cows, sounds of cattle, and urban life with scattered phrases about clothing and trees. The readable text is sparse and offers no clear event or individuals.
Professor Samuel Calvin of the State University of Iowa argues the Mississippi is geologically recent. He traces three history chapters from early tropical floods to glacial deposits shaping bluffs and valleys, noting little change since the ice ages.
Articles filed in Davenport for the Davenport Burlington Interurban Co with 260000 capital. Officers include C Hipwell as president and Thomas Douguerty as vice president, A E Carroll as secretary and treasurer. The line would link Davenport and Burlington with Muscatine as a stop. eastern capital believed involved. A related C Hipwell Construction Co names same officers and capitalization. Preliminary survey for Davenport Iowa City interurban largely complete. Cedar River dam rights may save about 15000 for a power plant. third rail system possible.
The grand master of Hanors directs the petition committee to forward the East Moline lodge charter application. Petitioners rise, withdrawal cards arrive, and a lodge installation is expected in March with bright prospects for a strong start.
Dr Patterson L McKinnie longtime Moline resident and founder of the Home Forum Benefit order has died at Riverside California of heart failure. A Civil War veteran and former physician, he built the McKinnie block on Fifteenth Street and leaves wife Celestia Grey McKinnie son Guy L McKinnie and two other children Ralph McKinnie and Mrs John L Flannery of Evanston. He was born May 22 1844 near Cadiz Ohio and studied at Rush Medical College.
Fragmentary Philadelphia Public Ledger text shows a diner dispute over doneness of meat and a waitress remark about it being done. The lines reflect a casual exchange with no clear outcome or resolution. The readable portion highlights a live conversation in a restaurant setting.
In a concise exchange an audience member asks if the patient carries hereditary illness. The first physician answers affirmatively and mentions hoping to pass the case to his son, reflecting a cautious approach to medical lineage and duty.
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