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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1900
Page
2
Fragmentary newspaper item shows garbled lines about dates rates and communications. The legible parts mention Easter exercises, terms, and a plan for a sale or poll related notice, but many words are corrupted, making specifics uncertain.
A mixed report outlines Democratic nominations with names such as William J Arvan and James F O'Donnell, alongside discussions on county tickets and state attorneys. The piece notes Republican leadership efforts, public reaction to McKinley, and Albany argues about wage levels, trusts, and living costs.
Fragmented OCR text shows Bevan denying a mine charge and accusing others of misdeeds amid a murky mortgage dispute. Mentions Kingman Delavag JIL Biel SIGVOR and Komans City Afr, with unclear references to a woman and a plank or water use.
A garbled historical piece reports a heated exchange touching on imperialism, trusts and party loyalty. References include Senator Callom, Bijan, McKinley, Roosevelt, Hannaays, and a chorus of Republican rhetoric defending or opposing imperialist and anti trust positions.
The first round of match play at the Arsenal post club yesterday produced tight results with two matches decided in extra holes. Notable close outcomes included J. D. Caty edging W. McClelland 1 up after 19 holes and H. F. Carson defeating C. P. Skinner 1 up.
Long piece argues the 1900 election hinges on imperial policy and labor interests. It cites Indiana and Pennsylvania as key states where Republicans risk a large loss while Democrats led by William J. Bryan seek influence through labor support and anti imperial policy, urging voters to back Bryan to curb imperial conflicts and restore popular rule.
The column lists community notices from Foster including a church service, funeral services for Carl Funtan, visits by residents from Buffalo Prairie and Illinois City, and Woodmen meeting details. It also advertises a medicine ad and contains heavy legal notices about final settlement of estates and executor actions with dates and court references.
Due to heavy demand the British Medtestivant doctors at 1628 Thin Avenue offer three months of free consultation examination and minor operations to all invalids who call before October 16. They claim to cure all forms of disease including infertility catarrh deafness cancer and ruptures with their new treatment and guarantee no charges during the trial period.
The notice advocates a new dress establishment at 1719 Second Ave inviting patrons to call from Oct 4 to see up to date fashions. Manager B Ward promises quick turnouts, low prices, and a motto Live and Let Live, aiming to meet rising demand for stylish garments.
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