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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1900
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a report on Frock Island and a character named Dopey First, with limited readable details. The item appears to describe a local anecdote or feature about the island and a person or persona, but specifics are unclear due to the damaged source.
An advertisement promotes the German English Specialist for catarrh and related ailments. It claims cures for catarrh of the nose throat stomach and other organs using an Electrochemic System with new methods developed after extensive tests. It asserts permanent relief, free consultation, and says physicians endorse this as the only lasting solution.
Broadway Presbyterian marks its 25th anniversary with a 9 15 a m service featuring music and addresses by Dr. J W Stewart C C McIntyre and Dr J B Miller of Philadelphia. Dr Miller preaches at 10 45 a m with new members received and the Lord’s Supper, followed by an evening of historical papers by Dr Marquis and Dr Stewart. Sunday schedules list numerous regional church services and notices across several parishes and denominations.
An advertisement urges readers to end stomach misery by using Dodd's Dyspepsia Tablets. It explains that the tablets digest food, rest the stomach, and prevent gas and indigestion by processing meals promptly, promising relief from sleepless nights and chronic discomfort.
A New York Tribune account describes a card trick witnessed by Godfrey Ashton of Atlanta. A performer, blindfolded, had a spectator select a card, then a ritual knife act sealed a card, the ten of diamonds, in a dramatic display. Witnesses doubted collusion but could not explain the mechanism.
An advertisement extols the Diamond Garment Cutter System claiming women can cut and fit garments without multiple fittings, with no special skill beyond basic literacy. It cites training visits by instructors, and promotes ease and accuracy in tailoring as a key advantage over old methods.
The last rehearsal for a benefit concert for Tudia sufferers is tonight at 7:45 at Broadway church under Dr A H McCandless, with the cantata The Resurrection and soloists listed. A Sacred Heart Cathedral concert in Davenport features a 25‑voice choir and noted vocalists. The Manhattan Opera company arrives at Harper's Theatre presenting Mikado and Said Pasha. Also notes on a Daytlo color discussion and a promotion for Mossetters Stomach bitters.
An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease as instant relief for painful feet, sweating, corns, and calluses with wide retail availability. It also touts Fotey's Kidney Care as a remedy for rheumatism by excreting uric acid via healthier kidneys, claiming relief after four days.
Notice states a special meeting of the stockholders is called by the director to the office in Chicago. Propositions include consolidating with Davenport Island & Noein Western Mallway company, increasing capital stock to public sale, authorizing bonds of four million dollars, securing payment with mortgage, and allowing purchase of railroad property and corporate powers.
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