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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1910
Page
2
A man fatally shot his wife and then killed himself during a private domestic dispute. Authorities say the couple were alone at home at the time, with business troubles cited as a possible motivator.
In Moline a tragedy unfolds as Charles B Gundberg a west end baker shoots his wife in their bedroom at 621 Fourth Avenue before fatally turning the gun on himself. The couple, facing financial strain and domestic tension, left Mrs Gundberg wounded and a crowd at the scene as Coroner Rose orders a formal inquest.
The Root and VanDervoort Engineering Co. completed a land purchase north of its East Moline foundry and machine shop, bringing total holdings to about ten acres to support future growth. The firm, founded in 1901, now employs nearly 300 skilled workers with markets expanding to Argentina, Australia, and South Africa, reflecting strong demand for its gasoline engines.
Carl J Brenstrom a longtime Mo line settler travels with his daughter Carl Jacobson and granddaughter Marguerite to join Carl Jacobson and Arthur Brenstrom who departed last week to begin farm life in South Dakota
Miss Pearl Miller of Minneapolis claims to be daughter of Mary Moninger missing since 1900. Administrator E H Knox once closed the estate and turned 291.02 dollars to the county treasurer as unclaimed legacy. The Miller claim could settle the tangle by affirming her right to her mother’s share.
Anton Johnson died of appendicitis at 9 30 p m Saturday in the city hospital after a sudden illness and operation. He was born in Sweden January 24 1874 and lived in Keokuk before settling eight years ago in this city. he leaves a widow Alma Benson and daughter Alice along with a large Johnson family and several siblings. Charles Trenaman aged 16 died at 1 45 Sunday morning at his home from heart failure after years of declining health. he is survived by his father R M Trenaman and siblings Robert and Lucy.
The Chamberlain Kindt firm attached scenery and wardrobe of Klaw & Erlanger’s Illinois tour in a dispute over $200, hindering a Moline show. Gates and Sodini report attempts to halt performances, with an alternate schedule in Evanville Indiana after failing to lift the attachment.
Chas Neal returns from St. Louis. Rev Robert BE Henry travels to Carthage and will visit Quincy and Augusta with his wife and baby before returning. Victor Frisk Gust Anderson and two children visit. Siregfred Johnson of Washington Iowa attends Anton Johnson funeral. Chester Stevenson returns from Geneseo. Mrs. Leonard Marks is very ill. First Christian Church ladies aid bake sale Saturday at the Peoples' Power office.
The Fisk and Loosley Co. gains the Emmons Third Avenue grocery and will move the new sanitary grocery to the basement of the Original Fisk and Loosley store after necessary alterations. Charles Holmgren will head the department, with new storage from Nesassey and enhanced water and ventilation systems. The move aims to create a complete department store serving three cities with a complete stock at tight prices.
telegram announced Carl Bradley death in Tacoma Washington after ptomaine poisoning. He was lifelong Moline resident who faced infantile paralysis and later moved to Prosser then Tacoma. The notice also reports the death of Irene Myrtle Young, age one, daughter of Mr and Mrs Paul Young of 1904 Ninth Street, with a surviving brother Paul age three.
A priest asks Pat what moved him in today's sermon and Pat replies that the preacher's steadfast perseverance impressed him. He notes how the minister kept returning to the same point, showing unwavering reverence. The exchange captures a lighthearted, rustic tone.
The Union Congregational church and Swedish Methodist board discussed building a new church on the bluff and a parsonage on adjoining ground. A nominating committee selected to form a building committee, with plans to start after specifications are received. The East End mission is underway with Sunday services held at Union Congregational church.
Frank McEniry, long time manager of Moline exchange for Central Union Telephone Co, will take over as Green Bay district manager for Wisconsin Telephone Co starting March 15. He previously improved Racine service and subscriber numbers, earning best district record amid independent company opposition. He will oversee 26 company exchanges plus 26 connecting lines in northeast Wisconsin including Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan Green Bay Oshkosh Appleton Marinette Antigo New London and surrounding towns.
The Westminster Gazette quotes DJ MacNamara saying he would prefer singing in Carmen to giving treasury bench speeches but laments the public values a strong speech over a good song.
Howe reflects on experiences in Europe and what appealed to him, while Wise remarks that beggars drew attention as the notable sight.
A boy queries his father editor about Jupiter sea serpents and the North Pole, receiving the refrain I don't know, my son. The exchange ends with the boy's final question about the editor's job, illustrating the author's humorous view of journalism.
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