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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1903
Page
1
Washington observer asserts completed calculations for next year’s crop weather with no general disaster to agricultural production. He promises guidance on what and when to plant, claiming two thirds accuracy will yield labor savings and avoid mis-timed planting, with long-range forecasts mailed for a 2 cent stamp to box 123 Washington DC.
E Eastman has raised 2300 of 5500 needed to finish the second floor of the public library. He must complete the canvass within a week for board approval. A December dedication of the Carnegie building is planned with Rock Island Davenport guests attending, and Moline aims to have its library ready.
The speaker lists unnamed clients in Davenport who allowed use of their names as references. No full names or details are provided beyond locality.
City residents participate in a canvass to raise funds for Lock in Dam project. Organizers emphasize community support and targeted fundraising goals. Local officials urge participation and outline ways to contribute.
Moline plans to ask Congress for funding to build a lock between Arsenal and Benham islands to restore river-city status. A Business Men’s association meeting approved circulating petitions and fundraising to push the bill when Congress reconvenes in December.
A campaign by the Business Men's association aims to lower fire insurance rates in Moline with Rock Island possible joiner. A resolution notes outdated city ratings, improved water mains and hydrants, and doubled water capacity to justify a fairer, reduced rate. The committee may map water infrastructure and petition the rating board if needed.
The Cement school in Hampton township faces action from the County Superintendent Ferguson and district directors after a teacher resigns amid rowdyism by a small group of pupils. The latest incident involved a Halloween break in with teachers subjected to vandalism, prompting calls for arrest and punishment.
Northwestern University professor John P Odell warns students against mushy stories filled with love and sentimentality. He notes young writers lean toward love sick swains, enamored girls, or tragedies with deaths and says such material harms developing minds.
William Henry Harrison Reddick, once one of seven survivors of the 1862 Andrew's railroad yard raid, died in Muscatine. He and twenty three others seized a train near Atlanta aiming for Chattanooga, destroying track and telegraph lines before capture. seven of the group were shot or hanged, while Reddick and others received Congressional medals of honor.
Mrs. L. appeared at the Rock Island clerk's office Monday seeking action on a marriage issue. The report notes her mother’s concern and the case’s absence of resolution.
J W Warr tells a mass meeting that his printing plant can be recapitalized to pay creditors in full with six percent dividends. He cites wife’s surrender of real estate freeing $8000 debt, a future Building and Loan adjustment, and stock sales to reduce claims, while seeking confidence and health to restart his work.
A guard reports a warrant service occurred as the subject rested in bed. Details remain sparse and no injuries or additional actions are described.
Enos Spencer arrives with aid telegram and plans to seek bonds for J. W. Warr who lies ill at his bedside. Sheriff Heider reads the embezzlement warrant. bondsmen sought for 10 000 dollars, but none secured yet. Grand jury likely January indictment and trial follow.
Moline will be well represented at the grand lodge session in Springfield next week with delegates from Moline lodge 1383 Manufacturers 485 Swedish Olive 688 Myrtle Rebekah 256 Swedish Olive Rebekah 543 and Encampment 153. Grand Marshal N. E. Munson will attend as grand lodge officer the only time Moline has held that honor. Rebekah degree staff from Myrtle lodge will demonstrate degree work. About thirty staff members will go along led by Mrs. Mary Stuhr and others. Mrs. C. G. Carlson will serve on the foreign correspondence committee.
Morine members of the Naval Reserves will be interested in the suit involving a state captain and the ongoing scandal case. Details remain unclear as reports emphasize the naval angle and potential implications for reserve personnel.
A committee is appointed to examine warf assets and the advisability of continuing the printing plant. The action follows concerns over a $100,000 shortage and seeks detailed assessment of asset value and ongoing operations.
A mass meeting in Moline heard Mr. Warr's total indebtedness approach $100,000 with reports of $99,705 plus $1,300 more later. The assembly, including 150 to 200 creditors, formed a committee to investigate Warr assets and consider operating the printing plant to satisfy claims.Attorney Peek opened the meeting, read Warr's letter, and named W. A. Meese as chairman to lead efforts for best asset returns while preserving creditor rights and awaiting a public statement on total obligations.
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