Republican Nominations for State Offices Listed
Republican ticket announced with candidates including J. C. Smith for state treasurer from Cook County and Charles T. Stratton for superintendent from Jefferson County. Also named are Brenj F. Marsh for Congress, R. A. Ainsworth and Hen F. Thw ich for state senate, Cleaveland and Was Nowers Jr for Rock Island district reps, Joian Adams for county judge, J R D A Donaldson for rural, Liam G. Morris for sheriff, INe Fleming for treasurer, H. Southwell for schools, and David Hawes for coroner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cook County
Charles T. Stratton
Jefferson County
Congress
Brenj F Marsh
Hancock County
R. A. Ainsworth
Liam G Morris
Moline
IN E Fleming
Rock Island
H. Southwell
Independent Sheriff candidate pledges nonpartisan rule
An independent candidate for sheriff declares commitment to administer the office with fidelity regardless of party. The message notes support from Republicans Democrats and Greenbackers and carries a dated sign-off from Cog Italy December 12 1882. It also mentions authorized recipients for subscriptions and editor communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haturan
Italy
Death of Felix Leeds Hig One of Illinois oldest citizens
The death of Felix Leeds Hig, a venerable and highly respected local figure in the vicinity, is reported as occurring last night at an advanced age from general debility. He leaves a widow and several children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felix Leeds
John Morehead
Twigg
Muscatine
Fairport
Joseph Bendle
Southern
Peter Bowen
Away
M.E
C. M. Rood
Morgan
Reod
Orgridge
Brother
Andalusia Notes on Weather and Town News
The Andalusia column reports pleasant autumn days despite brief morning mist. Farmers dig potatoes for a coming article while Mr H. H. Desant plans to move to Rock Island to open a drug store. Dr Belle will replace Dr Cozad in Reynolds this fall or winter. Mrs Boney buys new furniture in Rock Island. a social by Miss Laura Wonks is described. a hunting party sails from the yawl John A. Logan to Haystack slough. a heavy rain with wind and hail hits Monday afternoon. packet service scales for winter as trade slows and ferry J O Bromley plans layup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Desant
Rock Island
Fourth Avenue
Ninth Street
Desant
Andalusia
Belle
Davenport
Iowa
Cozad
Reynolds
Boney
Laura Wonks
John A. Logan
Haystack
Andalusia and
Rock Island Packet
J. O. Bromley
Bubschiber
Morris Defenses in Sheriff Race Prompt Controversy
The Bluff Moline column defends sheriff candidate Morris as decisive yet fair, criticizing his opponents for unfair and disgraceful tactics. The piece asserts Morris has not engaged in improper acts and implies rival supporters resort to questionable methods to thwart his bid. The text hints at prior determinations about Morris and opponents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Morris
Morris
Hillsdale News Roundup and Local Notices
Hillsdale updates include Archer back from Michigan and Capt Robinson from Rock Island visiting. A benefit oyster supper is planned Friday for Wm Wonsbergh’s sick family, and many locals travel or visit Iowa Colorado and across the river. The fall term ends tomorrow. a new school director is praised for addressing lessons and recitations. Reports mention horse disease epizootic fears and various local moves and birthdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archer
Michigan
Robinson
Rock Island
John Keeffe
W. Golden
Keeffe
E. P. Howard
October Scenes and Local Updates From Bowlesburg
The Bowlesburg column notes a stormy October ending with rain and wind, community optimism, and minor prosperity from enterprise. It reports Edward Stoehr elected as district No 6 east school director on Saturday the 28th to fill Henry Pugh's vacancy, and mentions schoolhouse seating limits and proposed educational reforms including uniform textbooks and a daily programme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel
Aie
Edward Stoehr
Edward Stoehr Was Elected School Director In District No. 6 East
Henry Pugh
Port Byron Briefs and Local Updates
Mr. Henry Gaylord returned from Dakota Monday where he has been looking after farm interests. The Sunday school held an oyster supper in church Wednesday evening. Rogers and Sons are installing a new floor on Fairbanks scales to weigh stock and grain. L. E. Gaylord added a delivery wagon to his establishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Gaylord
Dnakota
Rogers & Sons
Fairbanks
L. E
Local Notes From Zuma Township
Mrs. B. B. Joslyn went to Whitewater Wisconsin last Tuesday. A. G. Brewster returned from an eastern trip Friday. A large congregation attended Sunday services at Zuma M E church where Rev. Robinson preached satisfactorily. The Sunday school convention drew a crowded audience last Sunday afternoon with an interesting program. A pleasant party at Gregory Brown’s residence featured a new style of entertainment. Jim Dixon will lead a spelling school at the Joslyn school house this evening. Few electioneering efforts, but next Tuesday evening the vote count will show Zuma’s Republican support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B. Joslyn
Whitewater
Wis
A. G. Brewster
Zuma M. E Chitedh
Robinson
Zuma
Gregory Brown
Jim Dixon
Joslyn
Tragic Bridge Collision Claims Carbon Cliff Man
Thomas Duna way of Carbon Cliff died after being struck by an eastbound Albert Lea train on a bridge while walking from Colona to Cliff. He sustained multiple injuries and died within twenty minutes at Carbon Cliff depot. An inquest led by Coroner Morris with Dr. Hunter as foreman returned a verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Dunaway
Carbon Our
Carbon Cliff
C. Murry
Nebraska
Colona
Cliff
Long Bridge
Albert Lea
Hunter
Hampton
Hail Stones Described as Croquet Ball Size
A Disratos reporter overheard gentlemen comparing hail stones, with Dr. McKinnie noting stones as large as croquet balls and causing loud noise and damage to houses and safes, while others debated the facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Disratos
Dr. McKinnie
Double Wedding At Catholic Church In City
Monday last at nine thirty the weddings of Phil McLarnin and Abn McClellan and Larry McKin nie and Mary Meekin were held at the Catholic Church with Father Greve officiating. A large crowd attended and many useful and ornamental presents were given. Both couples plan to settle in the city soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil McLarnin
Abn McClellan
Larry McKinnie
Mary Meekin
Father Greve
Brenner Forms Dry Goods Firm G W Brenner Co
Mr A W Brenner, longtime head clerk at AP Fisk's, forms a copartnership under G W Brenner Co with unnamed partners and will open a dry goods store in the former Wi Schroeder space. He travels to Chicago to purchase a large cash stock of dry goods nations and fancy goods for the new venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Brenner
P. Fisk
G W
Brenner
Vision of November metamorphosis provokes arrest in county
A speaker foresees a millennial day on November 1 with Roscoe Conkling, James G Blaine, and others meeting in harmony while discussing the Greenback party. Officer Williamson interrupts the remarks and arrests him for insubordination, to be brought before Adams of the County Court on a writ of insanity lunacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FEC
Roscoe Conkling
James G. Blaine
Dr. McKignie
J. B. Danforth
Samuel Haley
Dr Cook
Caverley
Williamson
Ita E Adams
Sunday School Teacher In Focus Amid Personal Reflections
A fragmented reminiscence centers on a Sunday school teacher and the impact of his demeanor. The speaker questions how his seriousness appears and whether his behavior signals deeper resolve or desperation. Two young women and their frequent street calls frame the vignette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Johnson
Harter Medicine Company Highlighted in Farm Journal
Des Moines Western Farm Journal extols the Harter Medicine Company of St. Louis Missouri as a highly honorable and substantial establishment praising the merit of its products. The piece argues honesty and quality speak louder than praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harter Medicine Company
St. Louis
Thos D Jenkins and Sarah McClelland Wed in Quiet Ceremony
Close friends report the marriage of Mr Thos D Jenkins and Miss Sarah McClelland yesterday afternoon at Inland. Rev Dr McCord officiated. the couple will reside with the bride’s parents until their home is completed in spring. Jenkins, noted superintendent of the Wagon Co Bishops, is praised for his character and reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. D. Jenkins
Sarah McCle
McCord
Jenkins
Wagon Co
Jes McClendon
Y.E. McClendon
Mrs. Jenkins
Family of Mr John W in this city noted
Incomplete OCR fragment mentions a family linked to Mr John W in the city and hints at a completed or pledged matter. Reading is unclear but suggests local context around a named individual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John .W
Surprise Birthday Party for Mrs. Gould at Browning Home
Mrs. D. W. Gould, aged forty one, was surprised with a party at Mr. Browning’s new house. McLannahan’s band played Home Sweet Home as guests gathered at 8 pm and dancing continued after an elegant collation. Attendees included Judge J M Gould and many neighbors. Mrs. Huey and Mrs. Sedgley organized the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. Gould
Sedgley
Gould
J M.gould
W. J. Entrikin
L. H. Barker
T. D. Wheelock
Everett Wheelock
J. M Christy
Geo. Walker
A.G. Carson
Frank Gould
Frank Gunnell
McKinnie
Wm. Huey
Miessie
J. T. Browning
A .S. Wright
Frank Harwood
Wm. Ball
Forbes Dramatic Company at Wagner's Opera House
The Forbes Dramatic Company will perform November 6 7 and 8 at Wagner's Opera House. Ben Cotton is a Wisconsin favorite with Mrs Cotton and the remarkable child Idalene Cotton praised for natural acting and striking stage presence. Merritation of Aimee Maggie Mitner and Pat Rooney noted as perfect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Dramatic Company
Forbes Dramatis Company
Opera House
Milwaukee Sunday Telegraph
Ben Cotton
Wisconsin
Aimee
Maggie Mitcner
Pat Rooney
Kitt Idalene Cotton
Budden Death Probe in Shanty Blast Fatality
Oscar Larson, about 21, died while dining in a shanty when blasting debris struck him on the head. Coroner Morris conducted a inquest and ruled the verdict. the body was taken to Bergstrom's coffth rooms for burial. A $20 bank deposit and other funds will cover funeral costs. a Sweden-bound letter to a brother and another notice from St W Morris & Co. Drug Store were mailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Larson
Morris
Bergstrom
Rim
Boaing
Sweden
Theodore Lovell
Deduiatory Note From the Valley Remains Obscure
Fragmentary文本 discusses a deduatory message in a valley coal context with unclear references and missing names. The readable portion hints at a personal communication or memorial note tied to a place in a coal region, without concrete dates or figures.
Also Mentioned on This Page
J.C Smith
F. Hen
Cleaveland
Nowers, Jr
Atkinson
Joian Adams
Jerk
RD A Donaldson
Black Hawk
David Hawes
R BK L Fhawino
Miran
Itkview- Disrateg
Illinois City
Habn Esq
Brayton
Stephen Davis
Brownsville
Cyrus Ingham
Thomas
Davis
Tho
Ajnaworth
Mollne
Messrs Southwell
Milan
Ballard
Eckhart
Beardsley
Col Marsh
Rupert
Carter
Joe Verrion
Jacob Absolon
Dacbellihn
Andalubia
Bluff Moline
Hillsdale
Herman
Lizzie Vanhack
Ine
South
Molluc
Bowlesburg
Port Byron
New Firm
Mellenium
Marned
Baochne
Ds Ly
Oden
Budden
Norge
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