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Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1901

Page

2

Stories From the Suburbs.

Andalusia and surrounding areas report social visits, patient illness, school events, Thanksgiving gatherings, and local outings. Notables include Miss Anna Haskell of Reynolds, Mrs. A. W. Smith in Rock Island, and a Christmas theater at the Baptist Sunday school.

Andalusia Joe Donaghte J. Stropes Rock Island Anna Haskell Reynolds David Richardson Edgington A. W. Smith A. K. Claypool Buffalo Iowa T. W. Simmons Mellixsa Johnson Pearl Dollerhide Muscatine BR. G. Thompson David Finley Reynole Joe Davis Edna Bushart Milan William Mosher Irma Wenks Cordova Lewis Prineo Moline Charles Quick Grace Murray Aaron Smith Millard Spoor DeKalb Rev Benway Geo. Crowder D. H

Uncle Tom's Cabin at Harper's Theatre Tonight

The Theatre presents Uncle Tom's Cabin at Harper's theatre with L. W. Washburn in charge. A 203 pound bloodhound from Stetson's company is featured, costing $1,000. The show includes Topsies dancing, Lone Star quartet, orchestra overture, and mandolin ensemble, with matinee and night performances on December 6.

Stetson Uncle Tom's Cabin Harper's Theatre L. W. Washburn Lone Star Quartette

Davenport Clears Route For Tri City Milk Trust Entry

Davenport board of health debated amending dairy rules as Scott County dairymen push for stricter inspections. Jesse Armil proposed quarterly state official certificates for Illinois or Iowa dairies to sell in Davenport, insisting suppliers meet Davenport standards. Mayor Heinz suggested Tri City Milk could sell if regulations match neighboring areas.

Tri-City Milk Company Davenport Davenport Board of Health Jesse Armil Scott County Dairymen's Association City Milk Company Armil Ilinois Iawa Board of Health City of Preston Heinz Tri-City State of Illinois Rock Island County Circuit Court Augusta Erikson James Erickson Cour Bastile Rock Island Isif County Anawes Davour Minnois Grorck ( Gamb Sweeser & Wakes

Sciatic Rheumatism Cure Promoted by Virginia Druggist

Richmond wholesale druggist L Wagner claims Mystic Cure for Rheumatism cured his severe sciatic rheumatism after two months. He cites positive reports from others and notes distributors Otto Grotjan Davenport Gust Schlegel & Son Rock Island Davenport. Fulford Maryland resident D S Mitchell credits DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve with curing a long illness and bed sores. Warns against counterfeits from Bieber and Hartz Ullemeyer.

L. Wagner Richmond Otto Grotjan Second Avenue Rock Island Gust Schlegel & Son West Second Street Davenport D. S. Mitchell Fulford, Md DeWitt B. H. Bieber and Hartz & Ullemeyer

Another Body on Bastian Farm

The Argus exposed a cruel double life at the Bastian estate in Black Hawk township. Deputies uncovered multiple victims after pressure from the paper, overturning an accidental death ruling to murder and revealing a chain of crimes that shocked Milan and the surrounding area. The farmer’s wife, once faithful, changed her name and later remarried after the revelations.

The Argus Milan Rock Island Bastian Jeky Mr. Hyde Black Hawk Eckhart Kuschmann

Prices Hit New Records on Grain Board in Market Rally

Chicago prices for all grains rose to new records as numbers of country buyers flocked to the livestock show. May wheat and December corn surged to record highs while oats showed uncertainty amid heavy overall market activity. Cattle, sheep, and hogs traded with varied demand, and receipts indicated strong grain feeding impact on prices.

Josein Blanche Simpyin Chicago Board of Trade May Tecel

Corbett Reveals Love Fueled His Hartford Victory

In Hartford the boxer known as Young Corbett said his win over Terrible Terry sprang from love for a Denver girl who inspired his training. He announced plans to marry soon, return home for rest, and open a business in central Denver while aiming to defend his title in about two months. He also noted no new fight commitments yet.

Cnver Lad Tim Corbett Denver Terry Hartford Conn Tam Sam

Are You a Man With Nerves Failing You

A condensed, period voice notice targets men showing fatigue back pains headaches and loss of vitality. It appeals to men to heed their symptoms and consider action as nerves and vitality weaken.

Dr Horne's Treatment Promises New Vitality and Endurance

A fragmented promotional passage touts Dr Horne's Treatment as renewing energy, boosting vitality, and stimulating the brain to revive the body. It claims rapid rejuvenation and renewed drive, presenting a sensational tonic effect.

It Restores Manhood by Electricity Claims

An advertisement promises to reverse sexual decline by pumping a vital stream of electricity into the body. It asserts dramatic bodily and mental rejuvenation, turning weak men into vigorous youths within a month.

Horne and Associates Physicians Office Hours Rock Island

J. Alvin Horne M D and associate physicians located in MMS 49 50 51 53 54 and Mitchell Lynde Building Rock Island. Office hours are 9 to 12 and 2 to 5 and 7 to p m Sundays 9 to 11 a m.

J. Alvin Horne M. D Mms Mitchell & Lynde Rock Island

Doctor Walsh promises cures with X ray in Davenport

Health program touts Dr Walsh as specialist in chronic nervous and private diseases. Free consultation and X ray exams offered. Claims cure for nervous debility, insomnia, lost manhood, and blood or kidney diseases using a large 24 plate static X ray machine. Hours listed and address 124 West Third Street Davenport Iowa.

Walsh

New Methods Promising Health for Chronic Nervous and Private Diseases

Advertising note promotes new methods for treating chronic nervous and private diseases in men and women. Claims improved results and invites individuals to inquire about health remedies and procedures offered.

German English specialists offer cures in Tri-Cities

Hundreds cured in four years by German English specialists using X ray and large static machine to diagnose and treat diseases of bones liver kidneys heart and lungs. Treatments include ozone cataphoresis for lungs, alcohol addiction cure, varicocele relief, with free confidential consultation and no fee until cured at 205 West Third Street Davenport Iowa.

Tri-Cities Kelly West Third Street Daviemport Iowa

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