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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1907
Page
6
Epidemic case in South Moline links to train traveler spreading illness to the Parks and Miller households. Five families affected, four not calling doctors, quarantine managed by Supervisor John Wekel as health officials investigate origin near Rock River.
Local authorities report vandalism at Ericsson School with windows broken and property stolen including cameras and school equipment. A youth named Somer is suspected, with multiple break-ins noted over several weeks and private messages suggesting further acts.
Savorneeper on Fifteenth Street near Sith Avenue pays fifty dollars for keeping the place of business open on Sunday. A notice reads that the infraction occurred during the Sunday period and the offender was fined accordingly.
A local debate centers on political capital as the mayor's justification for overriding residents on Sitth avenue and pushing a zoning measure. Public outcry over water tests by the city waterworks and a high school test reveal citizens seek better service and oversight, urging accountability for municipal decisions.
Mrs Miller’s two sons at Coaltown school continued attendance after eruptions appeared. It is believed the entire school was inoculated by them and the disease spread. The season is not conducive to smallpox spread, but all known cases are Night. virulent Night cases could cause serious trouble. Dr P H Weesel of the state board telegraphed Springfield. an official may be sent to take charge.
A Maroona vs Davenport game at the YMCA arena ended with a rough altercation in the dressing room. Seade reports taunting and threats after the match, with lights apparently turned off during the incident.
A Rock Island case ends with a verdict for McCaskrin Dick seeking 200 dollars for services rendered. An appeal was filed by Dick against Mayor Mefasa amid the late Thursday decision.
Two Greek workers narrowly escape serious injury after a pile of three foot steel bars toppled when a floor support gave way at the Sylvan mill of Republic Iron and Steel Co. The mass settled two feet, pinning them and others for hours until coworkers freed them. Dr A H Arp found no broken bones and bruises. they expect to return to work in a few days.
Naturalist Dr G Youngert, instructor in Greek philosophy and catechetics, chosen as Augustana College representative to the 200th anniversary celebration of Carl von Linnaeus at Upsala University Sweden May 26 24 The invitation was unique among Swedish invitations to American institutions and Augstana replied in Latin Also Yale Harvard Princeton and a few others received invitations The 100th anniversary of Paul Gerhad the great hymn writer of Germany was observed by the Concordia Society of Augustana College last evening.
The Republican ticket lists Carlson for city clerk Shallberg for city attorney Bohman for treasurer I P Nelson for assessor voters rally to Eling for collector Hogberg for supervisor Whiteside for county supervisor R W Hamilton and A G Swanson as city and county representatives with business and integrity highlighted as qualifications.
Voters in Hampton township rejected Chairman W R Carey’s bid for re nomination at the Saturday caucus. Andrew O'Brien won the supervisor post by 25 votes as 311 ballots were cast. Talks of another ticket arise with Carey possibly the nominee. the caucus was led by W H Downing with J C Hawkins as secretary.
D A Jones gains ownership of 1616 1620 and 1624 Seventh avenue and trade of 707 Seventeenth Street from Mrs Lydia Knight of Kansas City. Total values listed 39000 for Seventh avenue and 7500 for Seventeenth Street. He plans remodeling, favors quick resale, tenants remain.
A riotlike brawl at the artesian well on Ninth Street and First Avenue left non union molders Ed Curley and Frank Rambler fined for disturbing the peace after a Sunday night clash. Marvin Thompson was arrested but whose case was dismissed. Curley and Thompson were discharged from Root and Van Der Voort shops for seeking trouble outside.
Myrtle Josephson files for absolute divorce from Conrad Josephson amid accusations of cruelty and non support. They wed April 14, 1899 and separated May 23, 1905. She states she has supported themselves and three minor children Morton six, Brance four, and Donovan two through teaching music, requesting alimony and custody.
Rock Island voters may approve city commissions for police and fire departments and possibly waterworks in the April 2 municipal election. A injunction petition by Henry Mc Carty protests annexation of South Rock Island township including South Heights, contending signatures were withdrawn and the petition is insufficient.
The Rev Herman Wennermark, recently called to Emanuel Lutheran, is expected to succeed Rev A P Westerberg who is about to leave. Wennermark is praised as an excellent speaker, especially in English, and a favorable reply to the call is hoped for.
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