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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1905
Page
2
Davenport news recounts Henry Langworth aging about cen years killed instantly when struck by a Milwaukee train at Bettendorf while crossing tracks. He lived on a houseboat with his daughter and had a son in the village.
The Central Sharpshooters tournament concluded with J. M. Schmidt of New Glarus Wis capturing the King’s trophy with 219 of 250. Edward Gotterdam of LaCrosse won a $100 prize for the highest union-target score in the event. A 3000-strong parade preceded the cornerstone laying of the new high school by A. F. Cutter and Edward Berger.
The anti license ticket captured a slim majority in Watertown village election the first since incorporation Saturday. Trustees elected include John Rah D Y Allsbrow H C McNeil Harry Nicholson and F C Lovey with Henry Hilberg and Eric Bohman tied. East Moline near Watertown may influence saloon fate but current East Mall board unlikely to act. Separately Rock Island invites brick pavement bids on Fourteenth Avenue due June 28 1905 with $1000 bid bond. Plans on file at city clerk or engineer office. Board reserves right to reject bids. George W McCaskri Mayor.
New contracts must be let for asphalt work on Eighth and Ninth streets after Barber Asphalt failed to comply with terms. Barber forfeits contracts. bids to open June 26. Eagles lodge in Rock Island initiates about 10 locals. new officers elected. Silvis named as the town to be built by Rock Island Improvement Co southeast of Warner’s crossing. Infant dies in East Moline. Vander Vennet of Vander Vennet Clothing leaves for Antwerp to visit relatives, with stops in Chicago and New York for business.
Business interests indicate Vander Vennet will depart from the port on Saturday July 24 aboard a vessel bound for the old country. He plans a stay of two and a half to three months in Europe for exploratory and business purposes.
Mrs J H Moore head and Nina Gilmore visit the city. Johnston buys Hayes corner property for a new residence. Baby girl born to Mr and Mrs William Cropper. Vanderslice and Emma Schellman host and address matters. Various visits, church events, and summer plans noted plus a Dean's Ointment ad claiming relief for itching piles.
Court proceedings list appeals trials and divorce actions with verdicts and orders. Includes estates real estate transfers and chancery and probate filings with notices to heirs and approved settlements. Also notes advertisements and medical product endorsements from local sources.
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