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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1910
Page
2
Four men were arrested after a police sweep of Reese's cafe on East Third street. Smokey Reese faces a gambling house charge while Bob Clark J B Johnson and Ralph Hogan are charged as betting mates. Bonds of 25 dollars each were forfeited as they failed to appear.
A Moline man, Rich ard Hosford, breaks both bones in his forearm when a crank kicks while starting a car in front of the Manufacturers' hotel. Doctors note multiple crank injuries this season and warn of frequent bone-setting cases. Dallas Hawks faces arrest for horse cruelty after officials recover a white nag tied to a troubling tale. The report also contains excerpts on morality and international duty, arguing for readiness against barbarism and despotism amid debates on disarmament.
A condensed health warning urges busy people to stop neglectting their vital organs. The piece argues that small aches mask serious danger and stresses taking time for health before fatal sickness. It highlights the cost of ignoring early signs and promotes preventive care.
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Nuggets offer a tablet form of a herbal blend said to purify blood, boost digestion, and restore organ function. Readily portable, the ad urges buyers to demand Hollister's and visit Real's at 301 20th St. for purchase.
The article argues that unseen forces shape society toward both good and evil, warning of declining birth rates and the risks of luxury and frivolity. It stresses responsible liberty, self-help, and strong national character, while addressing race, immigration, poverty, and social reform through a tough, period voice. It cites British and American perspectives, calls for humane treatment, and condemns blind sentimentality in policy.
An old advertisement extols Dr Caldwell’s Grupepsin as a mild remedy to relieve constipation and related ailments in women. It promises improved digestion, circulation, and energy, offering free trials and affordable bottle pricing. The copy urges readers to mail for a free sample to Dr. W. B. Caldwell in Monticello Illinois.
The Denver Reservoir Irrigation company with $12 million capital was placed in receivership yesterday with Frederick W. Taylor named receiver. Failure to pay $57,500 due June 1 triggered the suit. liabilities total $1.3 million. The court authorized $250,000 in certificates to continue Standley Lake reservoir work, the state’s largest.
Chicago bond brokers Trowbridge and W Niver contracted to sell three million dollars of bonds but did not fulfill the agreement. The notice outlines the breach and potential consequences for the parties involved.
The steamer Columbia arrives with a Muscatine excursion organized by the M. W. A. of that city. It will depart for the return trip at 6 oclock. The Venona offers Sunday afternoon excursion at 2 15 from the local port through three locks to the Moline high bridge and back by around 7. Chamberlains Cough Remedy offers a money back guarantee after using two thirds of a bottle if not satisfied.
Mrs Mae Martins health and beauty advice shares a regimen of spurmax lotion for sun protection and skin whitening, caution about dry shampoos, and homemade tonics. Readers are guided on delatone hair removal, greaseless creams, and tonics for skin, hair, digestion, and eye care with named readers and formulas.
Doan's Kidney Pills praised in Rock Island as a dependable remedy after years of suffering. Mrs. William A. Pannell reports quick relief from back ache after using the product bought at Harper House pharmacy, with another family member also reporting kidney relief. Doan's is sold by all dealers at 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo, NY, agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan's.
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