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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1889
Page
7
Dispatch MOLINE 11.1 reports Charles Dunn, son of the late Todmas Dunn, reaches majority and the firm becomes Thos Dunn & Bons. C F Calkins of Moline seeks a divorce in circuit court. Also notes births, fires, legal cases, canal surveying moves, a fire on Offerman's Island, and a physician advert for Ayer's Pills battling rheumatism.
A Swedish style college similar to Rock Island's may be built at Boone. The plan is under consideration and likely to be reported favorably. There are enough Swedes in Iowa and Minnesota to support a college.
The American News Company publishes That Pretty Young Girl by Laura Jean Libbey in a neat paper cover with a photo engraving of the author, priced at 25 cents.
The Deers & Mansur Co prepares shipments to the St Louis fair including a maroon and gold cornplanter with landscapes and fruit and a lifelike stalk cutter featuring Rob Rhodes a colored boy once from Moline, painted from a photograph.
The Coal Valley social club held its annual picnic Saturday on a small island near Blossomburgh at Camp Eli. More than fifty people attended enjoying a jovial atmosphere, a fine dinner, and a relaxed day that left everyone in good spirits.
Johnson of 206 Railroad Avenue attempted to board a moving freight train at noon Sunday when hurled to the ground. He suffered a deep cut over the left eye extending toward the temple, the outer table of the skull laid bare, and he remained unconscious for several hours. Dr Sloan attended him.
South Moline note dated the 22d reports a pleasant surprise party at Carson's farm for Mrs. Sarah L. Hanson on CG. J. There were twenty six guests who enjoyed vocal music and a hearty supper after which Robert Anderton and Mrs. Hokenson provided more music. The celebration ended around midnight.
A petition circulated in the business district seeks signatures for a right of way for Central Streetway Co to extend the line along Fifteenth Street to Second Avenue then east to Sixteenth Street to Fourteenth Avenue to reconnect with its present line forming a loop. The plan would create a complex network of tracks in the area.
Reports from Ottawa and Pittsburgh detail a planned United Glass Co. purchase of Rock Island and other regional plants, with New York head office aims and kept local management, followed by a Pittsburgh assessment that a westward glass factory trust is abandoned due to valuation disputes and tariff concerns.
Saturday evening creatures of Mr and Mrs Wm Giles hosted a large unannounced gathering to celebrate Mrs Giles sixty seventh birthday in Stealy’s addition. About sixty guests including children and grandchildren enjoyed socializing and singing followed by a ladies prepared supper. Guests presented gifts to help with winter needs.
Sunday night an arson attempt endangered the new Finch & Hayward transfer elevator in Davenport. Chief Noe and firefighters warded off the blaze after discovering a kerosene-soaked cotton wad placed at the door corner, aiming to ignite the structure and destroy thousands of bushels of wheat.
In discussing the celebrated New York case the pieces condemn the woman as the source of ingratitude and crime while noting that Judge Ray Hamilton married her under the belief he was the father of her children. The text questions total absolution of the husband despite evidence he was misled about paternity.
In Chicago the Western Underwriters' Mutual Association elected officers for the year. W. B. Ferguson of Rock Island was chosen secretary and treasurer while H. C. Cleveland of Moline was named to the executive committee.
The advertisement claims boils pimples and all skin diseases vanish quickly when the blood is purified by Ayer’s Sarsaparilla. It touts the product as an unequaled tonic alterative with immediate satisfactory results and urges requesting it from the druggist.
The Ninety third, Fifty seventh, and Thirty third Illinois Volunteers hold a reunion in Princeton on Oct 8. Railroads across the state issue reduced round trip fares at one and one third rates for attendees.
The residence of Mr. Charles Hepburn at 1104 Eleventh Street was burglarized with open cellar windows and scattered papers. Cash, a gold watch, and Grace Stepburn’s chain watch were taken, while three five dollar bills and other small items vanished from Mr. Mohr’s home next door. Aerial lamps, smoked keyholes, and a side window entry suggest careful intrusion across multiple houses.
The city council witnessed a crematory test that failed to meet expectations. Inventor Engle and company expert Thompson blamed incorrect grate spacing and a small pan for poor performance. They plan grates and capacity fixes before a re test, with city acceptance contingent on satisfactory operation.
The Rev Gilman Parker preached as pastor of First Baptist Church on Sunday after accepting the call extended the prior Wednesday evening. The service included readings from Acts and Ruth, with Parker affirming commitment to his ministry and to remaining with the church.
Misspelt ad copy notes that many nervous troubles stem from weak nerves and offers Dr Miles nerve and brain food as a universal cure. Trial bottles are advertised free at Wm Chendeniti's drug store.
A sensational claim from Dr. Miley about a new cure for heart fatigue suggests the heart performs 5,000,000 pounds of work daily and that premature death could be prevented. The ad-like text urges starting treatment early to avoid weakness and failure.
Cay tha bakbed fused his razor and pleaded guilty to a charge. jailed until fines and costs paid, then released with balance due. Tom Bailey admitted burglary at Mulack's and other houses, sentenced to one year in the penitentiary. Joseph Krahe pleaded guilty to burglary of the quarter boat at Hampton. punishment deferred. Jury awards $60 to John M. Peterson for Anna L. Hanson estate board bill.
Albert Chapman of Mondlay died at Sandusky Ohio at 2 oclock Sunday morning. His remains go to Mondlay tomorrow for funeral at the depot and cemetery. He was 88, married, a diligent husband and church member. Softening of the brain led to illness. he sought treatment in Europe New York and with the best physicians. His mother two sisters and wife were with him. He leaves no children.
Iluey of this city reports a Pennsylvania mine he owns a third interest in may yield rich silver deposits. The Wooddale Genius notes vein containing silver and copper under blue stone, attracting Pittsburgh capitalists who want to buy out Huey and partner. Government inspectors advise against selling due to high silver content. If proven, a windfall could spur Huey to travel to Pennsylvania soon.
Julius Doering a Davenport resident aged 30 was found dead on the Rock Island line near Davenport after riding a box car from Durant with coworker John Burns. The coroner's jury ruled the death accidental being run over by a freight train at 10:30 PM on Sept 10, 1889, with no brakeman interference.
Fragmentary read offers advice to mothers about selecting products and routines. It hints at guiding principles for child care and household health, mentioning emphasis on quality and safe choices.
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