Arsenal Faces January Shutdown Risk Without New Appropriation
Reports say the Rock Island Arsenal may suspend operations in January unless Congress extends the current time limit or approves new funding. New machinery arriving, skilled workers retained, and a shift to favor veterans and Spanish-American War veterans guide staffing if a shutdown occurs. Superintendent Tatnall resigns to join Illinois Steel. Rock Island Shoe Co. workers win arbitration for a wage increase.
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Arsenal
Rock Island
Tatnall
Arsenal Cdtly
Congress
Rock Island Shoe Co
Osbourns Kidney Remedies Promoted In Columbus Notice
A Columbus Indiana man Mr Osbourn reports kidney illness improved by Morrow's Kid-ne-oids after costly doctor bills and failed treatments. He credits rapid relief within days and urges readers to request samples. The ad notes yellow tablets priced 60 cents and Liver lax at 2 50 per box, with druggists carrying the products.
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Morrow
Mr. Osbourn
Jackson Street
Columbus
Ind
Osbourn
Clendenin
John Rida
Adelphie society meeting and college lectures noted
The Adelphie society held a well attended meeting with an excellent program. A piano solo by Miss Hutchins and a lecture by Mr Pran delle on Knights of the Eleventh Century highlighted the event. Additional talks on business education and church liturgy were planned for the college community.
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Adelphie Society
Miss Hutchins
Miss Hutching
Prandelle
Kreranta
Olsson
Bartholomew
Conservatory
Cambridge
Udden
Augustana Chapel
Sycamore
Geneva
Chicago
Joliet
Nll
Receptive Candidate for Mayor Emerges on People’s Ticket
H. J. Gripp is spoken of as a receptive mayoral candidate on the people's ticket. Friends urge his nomination, though he is not eager for the office. Some boom talk may fade before spring as the season is still early.
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H. J. Gripp
People's
Hood's Bareaparilla Cures Scrofula Sores Fast
All forms of scrofula sores boils pimples and eruptions are quickly and permanently cured by Hood's Bareaparilla. This patent medicine short cures and promises lasting relief from skin complaints through a proven formula, urging readers to try Hood's product without delay.
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Hood
Disappearance of Harry Swisher Linked to Navy Discipline
Accounts detail Harry Swisher from South Moline who allegedly faced harsh naval punishment aboard the Lancaster after defying a boatswain's mate. He was double ironed for five days and placed in a dark hold, an episode tied to his later melancholy and mysterious disappearance from home on November 4.
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Harry Swisher
Mr. Swisher
Barnard & Sons Mfg. Co
Inex West
Lancaster
Harry
Seoon
Chicago
South Moline
Moline
Key West
Jackie
Swisher
Married in Davenport H Anderson and Nellie Ferris Wed
Herman Anderson a repairer at Josephson’s jewelry store married Nellie Ferris of Third Avenue last evening at 10 30 by Squire Altman in Davenport. The couple kept the license secret until after the ceremony per the groom’s request. Friends extend congratulations to the newlyweds.
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Herman Anderson
Josephson's
Nellie Ferris
Third Avenue
Squire Altman
Davenport
Scott County
Mrs. Anderson
Armory Hall Disappears For New Office And Lodge Hall
The McKinie block armory hall is being split by a north south corridor extension. The west half becomes an office suite while the east half becomes a lodge hall. A south side room will be a banquet hall with kitchen and utensils. Ben Bitterworth camp and the ladies auxiliary will occupy the new hall.
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Armory Hall
McKicnie
Ben Bitterworth Camp
U V.U
Ladies’ Auxiliary Organization
Temperance Meeting At Swedish Church Draws Large Crowd
The Scandinavian Temperance union met at the Swedish Methodist church despite stormy weather with a large turnout. The Rev Bennet Erickson spoke on The Liquor Trade and elections were held for second vice president treasurer and secretary. Thirty seven new members joined the union. The next meeting is scheduled for December 19 at the Swedish Baptist church.
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Scandinavian Temperance Union
Swedish Methodist Church
Bennet Erickson
Swedish Baptist Church
Magnus Olson
Anna Cederburg
Heavy blast causes roof collapse in Eighth Street area
A massive blast by Williams, White & Co. at the railroad site sent debris raining down in the Eighth Street and Railroad Avenue neighborhood. A 30 pound fragment crashed through a roof and ceiling onto a stairway where Thornbjorn Larson and family stood nearby. Smaller pieces damaged the adjacent Safe residence. repairs were arranged by the company.
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Eighth Street
Railroad Avenue
Admiral Sampson
Williams, White & Co
Thornbjorn Larson
Larson
Wriggle Out Motion in Stewartville Saloon Case Scheduled
In Stewartville proceedings Lawyer Hass for Wagner and John Martens moved to set aside the court permission to file information. Attorney Odell had earlier secured leave to file the information. A hearing on Hass's motion is set for Monday, Nov 28, with policy guidance to delay Thanksgiving day action. Also report on Mrs Elchoff of Eighth street undergoing cataract surgery in Davenport, with expected sight restoration in one eye.
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Hass
Wagner
Stewartville
Odell
Hoss
John Martens
Coal Valley News Briefs Spark Local Moves
Frank Naylor and family relocate to Lincoln Nebraska. Knapp and Lees purchase a corn crib from John and Jerry Leesa and haul it. Lees moves into Naylor's former home. A curfew bell sets 7 30 pm as the new city rule for boys under 17. Peoria railroad adds an iron bridge. Coal mining slows except at Blossburg.
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Frank Naylor
Lincoln
Neb
Knapp & Lees
John
Jerry Leesa
Lees
Peoria Railroad Company
Blossomburg
Prohibition district veto blocks two thirds in city council
The city council failed to override Mayor Swedsson’s veto of the prohibition district ordinance. The 6 to 6 tie reflected absences and a last minute switch by Alderman Tropp, while supporters cited petitions and public pressure as evidence of broad sentiment against saloon activity amid muddy street conditions and safety concerns.
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Carlson
Gould
Alderman Tropp
Tropp
Perrin
Ammerman
Lund
Dorman
Albrecht
Eiker
Schmidt
Rundquist
Segur
Karnath
Coryn
City considers filter committee invitation to Jewell Co
The mayor announced the filter committee appointment after a failure to issue invitations. The city clerk was instructed to invite the Jewell Filter Co of Chicago and others if addresses can be obtained, noting the district is assigned to Jewell.
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Jewell Filter Co
Chicago
Jewell
Alderman Urges Repairs to Dangerous Sidewalk Crossings
Alderman Lund complains 1,800 crossings require attention as sidewalks in his ward are unusable due to missing crossings. He asks how a sidewalk helps when it cannot be reached. Alderman Albrecht seeks the appointment of a committee to the mechanical filter arrival reception. the mayor will appoint the panel in ample time.
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Councr
Lund
Albrecht
Ingt
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