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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
2
A Davenport saloon keepers league was formed with officers elected and a constitution adopted. About 75 percent of Davenport’s retail liquor dealers are said to have joined, aiming to secure favorable legislation and broad membership is expected. The group vows to defend interests of Davenport saloon men.
Anguet E. Steffen vice president Henry Struck cashier and secretary A Bruning teller William H. Wilson attorney Three or s John W Gilcbrier M T D Petersen John H Ruhl Anguet B Steffen John F Dow William H Gehrmann Theodore Krab benhoeft William H Wilson Henry Struck
Orion notes report Sunday morning services at the M and church and an evening service at the Baptist church with good attendance. Rev. Anderich and Mrs. Anderich welcome a new child born Sunday. Families travel and visit relatives in Oakville Rock Island and Peoria. Bodford conservatory graduates Agnes Lawson and another student read Saturday night. Dr. F G Andreen buys a new auto. John Gustafson Sr. recovers in hospital and expects to return home.
New York World notes perfumes can be chemically synthesized, tracing history from vanilla imitation in 1876 to musk made from toluene and coal tar. It argues most chemist blends imitate flower extracts and that true perfumes remain superior. a quip ends with a London humor piece about a vicar and a farm hand discussing a passerby.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with a promise of money back if not satisfied after using two thirds of a bottle. It claims the tablets cleanse and invigorate the stomach improve digestion regulate the bowels and restore health. Sold by all druggists.
John Swanson, formerly of Moline, was attacked near Barstow while riding home, losing meat and $8 to two assailants who left $80 in his coat untouched. City building code ready for distribution. 48 permits issued, 42 for dwellings averaging $3,000. Market expands with five new booths after record crowds. Fourth of July plans call for a $1,150 fireworks display, $1,000 of which covers the main show and setup.
Milan James Tickseon of Rock Island was a business caller in Milan Wednesday. Mrs. Johnston and daughter Bessie May spent Tuesday with Mrs. Davis of Rock Island. Ruth Rage is taking the school census for Milan public schools. Blanche Canty, home from Knox College, enjoys summer vacation. James K. Christy of Rock Island visited Milan. Mrs. William Stearns and Virginia visited with Mrs. Stearns's sister Ira Zahn. Epworth league lawn sociable at Milan M E church yard Friday. Rock Island Southern railroad installs a new steam shovel for gravel pit. Mrs. Groves improving after a week’s illness. Raymond Caldwell and Earl Gulden ropf join Company A of the (illegible)
Wyeth Chemical Company markets Sage and Hair Remedy to revive gray hair to its natural shade. The tonic blends Sage with Sulphur and other elements to combat dandruff itching scalp and thinning hair. A cent bottle is guaranteed by druggists to refund if results don’t match claims. Special agents Harper House Pharmacy 19th St and 2nd Ave.
The Keeley Institute claims 400000 cures for drunkenness in 32 years and promotes treating alcoholism as a disease. It advertises Dr Keeley’s method, opium and morphine withdrawal, and home remedies for tobacco and nervous troubles with a Chicago office at Suite 906 Rector Building 79 West Monroe Street.
Milan residents share visits and movements among friends and relatives. Mrs. Post of Milan visits son Otto Post in Lock 36 on Big Island while Hugh McAfee relocates to the Tenges property on Water Street. Miss Nettie Williams is honored by Miss Alice Williams and guests with music, games, and luncheon.
The piece recounts Alcibiades the Athenian youth born 450 B C who rose to power as a brilliant soldier and orator yet ruined his career through perversity. It traces Athens Sparta and Persia dynamics, his failed Sicilian expedition, misconduct with Hermes statues, exile, and final death at a Persian court in 404 B C.
Germs in the body are killed by white blood cells and a bloodborne germ-killing substance. A weak stomach weakens blood and nourishment, while Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery is promoted as a curative blood purifier. Testimonials claim cures for stomach trouble and facial sores, with Pleasant Pellets also advertised for digestion and bowel health.
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