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Rock Island to Build Employee Hotel at East Moline
Rock Island System awards a contract to erect a two story hotel on East Moline Illinois near Rock Island for about 150 workers. It will have steam heat electric light shower baths a reading room and other features with occupancy planned by mid September 1905. The project follows the company policy of improving workers comfort and entertainment. The report also notes local band activity and plans for a Holland newspaper in Pella.
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