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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1881
Page
7
Coroner Morris reports the coroner’s inquest found Ben Andrews died from injuries after his clothing burned in a blaze at the blacksmith shop of Mr. Cowan at Happy Hollow on Saturday evening November 13 1881. The jury could not determine whether the fire was accidental or not.
Judge Adams delays jury duty after deposing on the St Louis Rock Island Chicago Railroad Company et al case over a 14 foot wide right of way across Maxwell Light and Iusenbury property in Moline. Jury to view the land. civil actions include petitions to strike pleas and defenses while a theft at Claus Allens boarding house prompts a police description and a $25 reward.
Inspectors from the Galena district examine the October 27 1884 sinking of the Jennie Gilchrist near Davenport Iowa after the starboard engine failed. Nine lives were lost with the barge Robert and the No 3 flat aiding survivors. The report cites lack of watch officer on deck muted alarms and improper anchor usage.
Electric Bitters touted as a cure for impure blood and diseases of the stomach liver kidneys and urinary organs with claims of curing nervous ailments. Also mentions a runaway Kansas engine incident and a Brooklyn pastor receiving a commemorative check after thirty five years.
A satirical fragment describes rats and other pests affected by a product called Rough on Rata sold for 15 cents in boxes by Arugyists. A teacher quotes a biblical scene about King Hezekiah renting his clothes as a student asks for interpretation, prompting a child’s humorous guess about hired workers.
A reader from St. Paul testifies that after using Hop Bitters for his ailing wife she recovered in under two months and has remained well for eighteen months. The note also mentions postage rate rulings and a cautionary smallpox tale about burning clothing spreading infection.
The Etna Insurance Company reports paid up capital of 1 000 000 cash and total assets of 8 730 099.87, with a capital stock of 4 000 000 and surplus of 3 000 000, making it the largest in America. The company is praised for prompt loss settlements and broad national reach.
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