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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1880
Page
8
The article urges residents to register, detailing ward by ward registration steps. It explains deadlines, list creation, posting of poll lists, and the need for the secretary to file copies with the city clerk. It stresses timely registration to avoid delays on election day.
The Tuesday gathering at Timm's Hall heard Democratic congress hopeful B H Truesdell, a Amboy attorney with 22 years in Lee County. The remarks praised his persona but criticized his party ties and warned he would follow party lines over personal convictions if elected.
A critic from an unknown writer in the Rock Islander targets Swedish residents and Esq Swenson. The note accuses recent arrivals and minors of ill-informed voting and favors the Republican ticket, while condemning the Greenback Labor stance and praising Swenson’s political alignment.
Isper Buchner, a printer now employed in Mr Porter’s office, has crafted a model for an automatic car coupler. The contrivance appears practical and operable by foot coupling, using gravity as a key principle.
The board met Monday and approved bids for grading the Second Ward school lot. J G Heck’s bid of 9 4 cents per yard was accepted, with work to finish by May 1 1881 under Grounds and Buildings Committee supervision. Bond $700 posted. Discussions noted no night school action and criticism voiced over excluding the city paper from advertising.
Fire alarm at 2 AM reports a blaze in the attic of John Vanlouvance’s store at First and Taylor. The dwelling nearby was spared. insurance totals are listed, and the back door was found open by Vanlouvance. Fire crews from A T Deere Hose and Minnehaha fought the flames.
A promotional notice touts Dr King's New Discovery for consumption claiming it cures asthma bronchitis stubborn cough colds phthisis quincy hoarseness croup and lung ailments. Prospective buyers in Moline Illinois may obtain a free trial bottle from Richard and Lohrbeck druggists, or purchase a regular bottle for $1.
Republican meetings in this county drew unprecedented crowds at Coe fair grounds Illinois City and Milan. Both men and women displayed enthusiasm and pride in the cause, signaling growing support for the party as election day nears.
Our state relief note extols Hamburg Drops from T Trien, a popular Marietta druggist. The testimonial claims many cures and high satisfaction with the remedy, urging readers to consider it as a trusted medicine.
Postmaster L. E. Hemenway presents quarterly figures showing steady growth in Moline mail delivery. From 1876 to 1880 the outgoing mail increased by over 5 000 pieces. New rule from October 1 sets third class foreign mail at one cent per two ounces with a four pounds six ounces limit.
The largest and most complete stock of underwear ever shown in the city is on display at Simon Hirsch's store.
Marx Joenck, a German immigrant who came to this country seeking livelihood, has worked twenty five years fitting plows for Deere & Co. He was valued for reliability and skill despite initial language barriers. On his twenty fifth birthday, the firm gave him twenty five silver dollars to honor his faithful service and fair pay.
The report shows a rise in pupil numbers from 1879 to 1880 with totals of 1 028 and 1 116, and a high school cohort of 71 students. Central West East wards increase while overall attendance remains strong though sittings are insufficient for the growing enrollment.
Mrs 3 W Candee mother of Hl. W and Wm B Candee of this city died at 3 o'clock Sunday morning at the home of Hl W Candee aged about 84 born December 30 1796 in Harwinton Connecticut she came to Moline eight years ago and lived with her son Henry W Candee from whose home the funeral was held this forenoon at 10 o'clock
The advertisement touts Bucklow's Arnica Salve as the best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chillblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back. Price twenty five cents per box. Sold by Richards and Sohrbech.
Simon Tike Scar advertises the largest stock of woolens for suits and overcoats in the city at his tailoring shop. The notice highlights a wide selection and appeals to customers seeking quality fabrics and custom fit offerings.
A yearling Jersey heifer strayed from M Y Cady's pasture about two weeks ago. She is light red with a whitish belly legs and under jaw and a small white spot on the forehead. A $5 reward is offered for information leading to her recovery.
Marshal Fish lists ten arrests in September including assault and battery three vagrancy one drunkenness three adultery one and disturbances two. Also noted is an advertisement for California kidney tea selling at 50 cents per package with a claim to cure kidney bladder and urinary diseases.
Local retailer Simon Hirsch’s unveils fresh gentlemen’s neck wear collections. Adds new styles as patrons browse, while Dr D Rawtius of Connersville Indiana endorses Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as a community remedy amid local chatter.
The Congregational church and supporters in Moline unanimously decide to keep Rev. E. C. Barnard as pastor. The plan calls for Barnard to remain, continue his salary, and hire an assistant to preach Sunday nights and assist with visiting families, with Barnard gradually resuming full duties.
The article surveys Rodman avenue and nearby bluffs in Moline, noting numerous stylish, well-kept residences with pleasing grounds. It highlights new houses of W W Wells near the five points, M Hartzell’s dwelling, and homes of Dr. McKinnie, Chase Hemenway, Levi McCain, and John Deere, praising city investments in road and street improvements.
In a city pamphlet WHD Hyde promotes the American Union Telegraph Company as a rival to Western Union. It claims 60 000 miles of wires and nationwide reach with Canada and Europe links. Legal obstacles persist but American Union grows, boosting competition.
The Yates firm has crews digging a trench to lay a two inch water pipe from the well at the high school to the building, replacing an unsatisfactory siphon system. A separate gang will install a three inch gas line from Rodman avenue along Illinois street to the C. R I. & P. depot, about 1000 feet. Also note local ads for Rothchild’s and Dr Buil’s Cough Syrup.
An unclear report notes the start of drain tile work for a street project with four new segments and one inch joints. Details are sparse due to damaged text.
City council sessions include approvals of last minutes and reports, multiple sidewalk and street improvements referred to committees, a tabled Water Power Co. plan reconsidered, and ballot-style votes on street projects. Awards of city funds, sewer assessments, and appointment of election judges and clerks are noted.
The item references Ready Made Clothing at Simon Hirsch's and mentions Boston Police Memoranda. It notes Geo E Savory discussing a sciatic case cured by St Jacobs Oil. It cites Garfield’s $329 payment via check from the House sergeant at arms, and includes a political jab against the Democratic South. The St Louis fair draws Moline manufacturers attention.
Rev J C Hartzell spoke at the Moline ME Church on Sunday evening addressing the South's moral social and educational state. He outlined two civilizations freedom and slavery, warned of ongoing dangers, urged ballot protection and free press, and praised the church and schools for Reconstruction efforts.
Notice states that for legitimate information about the business, the store where the employer will provide attention should be called. It claims the notice is necessary due to several clandestine visits to the ware rooms.
The report notes a flock of about 46 pelicans seen in Rock River near the Fargo Ferry. Li fired, killing three birds, with the rest scattered. pelicans were sold for $1.50 each in Geneseo and Erie to be stuffed as ornaments. The sighting is unusual for the area.
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