Cordova News Briefs Ailing Driver and President Garfield Mourning
Cordova reports a local driver ill for nearly three years and a child death from spotted fever. Uncle Bennett, injured in a wagon accident, can hobble with aid. Schools reopen with staff changes. Corrected corn storage figures show Marshall holding about 200000 bushels and Rathbun about 110000. News of President Garfield’s death shocks town with mourning and support for Gen Arthur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Drexel
Lee Haker
Bennett
W. J Johnson
Anna Zimmerman
Walter Karr
Wr. G.marshall
Dasraten
Marshall
H. W. Rathbun
Jan
A. Garfield
Gen
Arthur
Jason
Cordova
Bowlesburgh Local Coal District Faces Busy Season
A fragment from Bowlesburgh notes active coal banks along Allison Clarkson Hinds Witherspoon Bowles Porter Silvis and new Heagy Stoddard shafts. The only church hosts services and gatherings as miners and residents discuss schooling and moral aims in the community amid promising coal output and upcoming market activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Revizew Disill
Bowlesburgh
Bowles
Heagy S&stoddard
Fleagy &S Rd
Ow Midat
Wupp
Redman
Various local notices from Joslyn September 22 1881
Reports of remodeling by Lyman Dailey burial of a child in the Genung family and church activities at Zuma church including Sunday school and a Beal's grove picnic. Local remarks on Hillsdale and Sterling fairs, Notre Dame entry, visits by Marion Walker and E I Struble, an instructive migration debate at Euelpia, and Rev Matheney's last sermon. Obituary notice for President James A. Garfield with reflections on values and national sorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyman Dailey
Henry Genung
Zuma Church
Mary Searle
Moline
Beal's Grove
Sidnys
Will
Matheney
Zuma
Lincoln
Las Fall
James A. Gfbfiel
Benet DG
Hillsdale fair praised despite rain and poor weather
Residents note the Hillsdale fair drew attendees from afar on Thursday and Friday and a large crowd on Saturday after bad weather. Managers Hobart and Deere plan improvements at the fairgrounds to boost appeal and receipts, with local officials and vendors expressing confidence in both Hillsdale and Port Byron fairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsdale
Hobart
Deere
Hennis & Schafer
Chicago
Braceville
T Blain Dentinger
Fourth office of Dr M occupied this year
The report notes a fourth office occupied by Dr M this year, recent move to an office adjoining the Maxwell House, and a fire incident that damaged property despite renovations. T J Zeigter prepares to overhaul his dry goods store while Teigier plans a Chicago shopping trip. An addition to the C M & St P RR is planned locally. News of the President's death brings mourning. Geo Barber, injured in an air incident, is recovering under Dr Morgan. Mrs Frank Rogers is dangerously ill. Walter Skelton serves on a Rock Island petit jury. A severe tooth ache case emerges with six teeth extracted by Dr Cady using nitrous oxide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. M
Thut
Maxwell House
Bugs
T. J. Zeigter
St. P. R.R
Ths Place
Norrow
Lost & Brother
Geo. Barber
Nir
Dr. Morgan
Frank Rogers
Walter Skelton
Petit Jury
Rock Island
Cady
Port Byron
Illinois City Daily Notes and Local Happenings
The column reports harvest news with oats priced higher at Taylor Station, a lawn party at M T Kelly's, and visits from John Morse of Cambridge. It covers Rev Morse’s farewell sermon, scarce butter, eggs and hens as wealth, a ten dollar fine for Geo M Bishop, and a riot case dispute involving Eugene Klein and E F Cassel with a notary public statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor Station
Taylor
M. T. Kelly
John Morse
Cambridge
Gallion
Morse
Geo. M. Bishop
Esq. Underwood
Lastek
Eugene Richard Eli Cassel
Klein
Mr. B
Bishop
Arkansas
Seokies
Robert Ilinois
Cordova Expresses Grief Over President Garfield Death
In Cordova a large public meeting, led by J. VanHorn and C. B. Marshall, expressed sorrow at President Garfield’s assassination. Rev. Matheny and Rev. Elton spoke with fervor as a resolutions committee drafted a formal statement condemning the act and mourning the nation’s loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cordova Babust
J. VanHorn
C. B. Marshall
Dr. van Horn
Matheny
N. Elton
D. Zimmerman
E.n.eton
W. }.Johnson
V .Horn
James A. Garfield
Cordova
Resolutions Honor President and Condemn Treason at Cordova Meeting
Citizens at Cordova on September 20 adopt resolutions praising the late President and denouncing treason. Speakers Adams Zimmerman and Prof Johnson recount his career and mourn his death. The group vows to urge Congress and local papers to support the administration and the new President Chester A. Arthur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester A. Ar
Gnd
Vaigthe
Iassi
R Adams
D.’Zimmerman
W. J. Johnson
Johnson
Taghodt
Flv
Congress
Thos
City of
Rock Tslart
G. B. Marshatt
Sec'y
Cordova
Fire destroys Rice and Walker livery stables and more
Fire at 3 o clock this morning consumed Rice and Walker’s livery stables the Maxwell House the Dr J W Morgan office and Shirely blacksmith shop nearly all furniture and hotel fixtures were burned nine horses perished and a hotel landlord faced total loss with no insurance Dr Morgan escaped with minimal damage Howe of Cleveland Oil Co lost his horse and buggy but saved his sample case Rice and Wakeard held insurance Maxwell insured for four thousand dollars Port Byron September af
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rice i& Walker
Maxwell House
J. W. Morgan
Shirely
Rice & Walker
Morgan
John Bony
Devoe
Howe
Cleveland Oil Company
Rice & Wake
Maxwell
Continental
Clinton
Hastity
Port Byron
Barnum London Show Heading to Rock Island
The Barnum London Show will exhibit in Rock Island on Wednesday the 28th. The article hails Barnum as the nation’s premier showman and predicts a large turnout if weather allows. It promises broad entertainment and notes a small admission price will satisfy spectators including families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
Barnum
Kidney-Wort Promoted as Malaria Preventive
If you suffer ague take Kidney-Wort to keep liver bowels and kidneys in good condition. The ad claims it prevents malarial attacks and urges readers to see the remedy in another column.
How Moline Received the Sad News
Moline folk awakened to tolling bells signaling a nation's grief. Early risers rushed for papers as mourning darkened homes and streets, with bell sounds from multiple churches marking a sorrowful day for Lincoln's loss.
Special Meeting of City Council September 19 1881
Report on water works by M A Gould and T N Boutelle from Clinton Iowa discussed. Fire and water committee to report on mains extension down Main Street to serve local factories. Several property petitions approved or referred. Alderman Ball dissenting on some votes. Adjourned after adjournment motion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peal
Weseel
M. A. Gould
T. N. Boutelle
Clinton
Fanatin
Alderman Ball
Woodward
Deere Mansir Co
Moline Pipean Co
Beers & Co. Gaslight Co
Entiikiy
Ald. Knox
Hill
Wittick Street
Railroad Company
Entrikins
Morty Kelly
J.S. Keatgr
Pee Aia
Laird
Lynde Street
Richards & Lohrbeck
Main Street
Wells Street
Alderman Knox
Ball
C. Fotett
City
Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure Praise
Claim credence for Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure as performing more wonderful cures than any medicine before the American public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warner
Swede citizens and co op store fears voiced
A writer argues Swedes should not rely on cooperative stores to beat grocery prices. He cites past Rock Island failures and the Farmington fiasco, urging that profits come only from fair pricing, good goods, attentive service, and prompt collections.
Schools Closed as Pupils Arrive for Morning Session
Students arrive to a closed school building with officers and teachers reacting to the disruption. The scene reflects a local public disturbance affecting the morning schedule.
Fire damages six tenements on Otter and Silvis property
A row of six tenements on Otter and Silvis premises caught fire at night. Several families, including miners, were displaced and face immediate housing needs as authorities seek quick shelter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otter & Silvis
Unpublished Incident Illustrates Garfield’s Generous Heart
Dr Gordon recalls a LeClaire schoolteacher who loved Garfield. He once saw the candidate stop a funeral procession in a village store, giving the mourners a ride in his carriage. The tale, told by the doctor to show Garfield’s generous spirit, ends with the passing of the great man.
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Gordon
Demts
Port Byron
Garfield
LeClaire
Mentor
Ohio
Hearst
Memorial Services Planned After Clergy Meeting
Citizens and church representatives met at the city clerk’s office to authorize memorial services in honor of our deceased at 2 PM Monday the 26th. City attorney Enttiken chaired the session, with Rev H O Lindeblad as chair of the meeting panel and Mr McGynn assisting. The group adopted the preamble detailing the outdoor gathering due to incapacity of attendees to meet indoors and adjourned after formal action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enttiken
H. O. Lindeblad Wasece
Ma ‘Ng
McGynn
Rod Ng
H O.sett
Letters Remaining in Post Office at Moline Illinois
List of names shows letters remaining for the week ending Thursday September 22 1881 at the Moline Rock Island County post office. Names include Anderson Misa Johanna Cohnson Sam J Anderson Johannes Kantrowitz J L Bergstrom Misre Malic Mrs Burgees Mise E Parkee Park I Herbert Carlson Erick L Swanson John Schouk B Gallehue D W Sheldon Jas Habberson H Spittler Ella Hofeldt Emil Thorsander John Johnson Wm Warren Osepfinn Louisa Van Valkenburg John son Peter Wallberg Edmund. Please call for above letters and state they are advertised with the list date. L E Hemenway P M
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moline Rock Island County
Illinois
Weck
Anderson
Misa Johanna Cohnson
Sam J. Anderson
Johannes Kantrowitz
J. L. Bergstrom
Ngre Malic
Mrs. Burgees
Mise E. Parkee Park
I. Herbert Carlson
Erick L. Swanson
W. Free
John Schouk
B. Gallehue
D. W. Sheldon
Jas. Habberson
Lodes Near Fire King Sell For 70000 In Colorado
The Colorado report notes two lodes on one side of the Fire King and one on the opposite side were sold for 70000. The Fire King lode is owned by Moline Mining Co and the property had been offered to a Moline citizen about a year prior for 10000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Poughkeepsie Gulch
Moline Mining Co
Moline
Letter from Rev E C Barnard describes moving from Moline
A friend in this city receives a letter from Rev E C Barnard recounting leaving Moline, noting Mrs Barnard’s illness has improved, his own improved health, and daily tasks like mowing, cutting wood, garden work, and enjoying fruit from an old place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.C. Barnard
Moline
Coal cellar excavation prompts saloon owner action
Gro. Aqalman begins excavating a coal cellar in front of his saloon under the sidewalk, drawing attention from passersby and local authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gro. Aqalman
Long Voyage Heads to Davenport after Moline Arrival
A stray fragment notes Llard Glazier with Layne arriving in Moline and planning to move to Davenport. The diary-like account mentions baggage being ordered and a somber sense of departure with travel to the next stop in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llard Glazier
Layne
Moline
Plan
Davenport
Ton
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Independence
Richardson
Aledo
John Kelly
Th Lodge Free Masons
Reynolds
Edgington
Woodbury
Wilson Place
Annie Jamieson
A. W. Jamieson
Rossville
Kansas
Ted
Joslyn
Illinois City
Engirle House
Co-Operative
L. E. Hemenway
P. M
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