Expert panel probes Rock Island boiler blast mystery
Coroners jury resumes inquiry into the Rock Island explosion that killed Engineer Moses Caehaun and Fireman Herman Kinney. An expert commission from Grupe & Son and Emil Hinteld will examine the wrecked boiler while new witnesses are summoned to uncover potential flaws and responsibility.
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Lambach
Surzrien J. J. Enderton
C. ¥. Bickel
Edward Davis
Rock Island Broad
Durbim Grupe
Emil Hinteldt
ENGIS
Rock Island
Moses Caehoun
Herman Kinney
Fred Lamsach
Pault
du Pix Grupe
Grupe & Son
Davenport
Honor for pastor who reached the front ranks
The Rev. George Luther Cady of Town City has received a call from the First Congregational church of Duluth, one of the strongest west of the Mississippi. He will take charge after a fifteen month vacancy, having been assistant professor of sociology at the State University. Dr. Cady is an Olivet College and Chicago Theological Seminary graduate, with sociology and political science study, and will begin his new chair on February 1.
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A. Moore
Davenport
George Luther Cady
Town City
Duluque
Mississippi River
Mr. Cady
Gang
United States
Dr. Cady
Gmesto
State University
Olvot College
Michigan
Chicaza Theological Seminary
Cady
Davenport High Meets Company A in Armory Showdown
Davenport high school boys take on Rock Island Company A at the Armory Asis tonight. Star players headline both sides as Davenport aims to win after a hard week of practice. listed forwards include Brugman Hinrichaen and Lemon with Holbrook and Kevriun at guard.
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Armory
Asis
Davenport High School
Company A
Rock Filing
Rock Island
Davenport
J. Brugman
Hinrichaen
Lemon
Holbrook
Kevriun
Special Christmas Services at First Church
The church presents a Christmas program including Mendelssohn Joy to the World Handel There Were Shepherds and other pieces. The sermon titled The Dead Children of Tot will be delivered by the pastor following the musical offerings.
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Hewudfiel
Angels
Mendelssohn
Handel
Shepherd Wee Noyes
Sermoen
Eveni
Betty Solo
Manger
Schools close for Christmas vacation across district
All high schools grammar schools parochial and private schools will close for the Christmas vacation today. Most campuses host holiday programs with Sacred Heart planning a large Christmas tree songs and games. High school will not hold special programs and will operate as usual.
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Sacred Heart
Justice Roddewig Officiates At Marriages
Justice Roddewig officiates at marriages Anstree Roddenly unites James Woods with Myrtle M Miller Frank B Wood with May Wells and Charles O Mattingly with Elizabeth Opnelias in a brief local ceremony.
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Anstree Roddenly
James Woods
Myrtle M. Miller
Frank B. Wood
May Wells
Charles O. Mattingly
Elizabeth Opnelias
Scarlet fever reported in Fullmer home on East Sixth
A report states scarlet fever in the Fullmer home at 200 East Sixth Street. A four year old child is described as showing the disease symptoms and being treated at home. The incident appears to be a localized health notice with no further details provided.
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Tallmer
East Sixth Street
Unwise Virgins Fight in Street Court in Davenport
Oscar Virgin and Mrs. Virgin appeared in police court on charges of disturbing the peace after a fight on Second street between Ripley and Harrison. The couple, parents of five, were described as heavy beer drinkers. Virgin confronted his wife over socializing with other men. Both were fined ten days each to be served unless they behaved, with Judge Finger warning of further consequences.
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Oscar Virgin
Mrs. Virgin
Tharges
Second Street
Ripley
Harrison
Ce Sured
Lagollleer
Virgin
Dredd
Davenport
Judge Finger
Sampley advanced to Des Moines as Postal Telegraph head
The Postal Telegraph reorganizes its management on June 14. B Sampley, current Davenport manager, moves to Des Moines to take the district managerial duties. H E Busoni becomes Davenport manager, Jr Sampley advances from Clinton, and the family will move with him.
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The
Postal Telegraph Company
B. Sampley
Davenport
Des Moines
C. F. Fox
H.E. Busoni
Clinton
Sampley
Des. Moines
Rock Island road theft leads to arrest in court
Ernest Wrace was arrested by special officer F G Peterson for stealing a brass bass box valued at about $3 from the Rock Island road. Wrace is held for trial this afternoon in Justice Hall's court.
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Ernest Wrace
Rork Tstrad
F. G. Peterson
Justice Hall
Bennett Charged With Assault After Coal Raid Fight
Jim Bennett is to be charged with assault after a clash with Jim Burnett and Jack Neimeier during the Claussen coal raid. Neimeier sustained the worst injuries and filed a warrant in Roddewig’s court for a later trial in the afternoon.
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Jim Bennett
Jim Burnett
Jack Neimeier
Claussen
Neimier
Bennett 11
Roddewig
Attorney William Theophilus moves office to new location
William Theophilus, an attorney, rents rooms once used by Dr Middleton above the Union Savings Bank in the Haseboeck building and will take possession at year start. The move is seen as a business expansion with details of plans not disclosed.
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William Theophilus
Haseboeck
Middleton
Tnion Savings Bank
Theophilus
Boy Arrested for Discharging Gun at Mirs
A 13 year old, Dick Hagemann, was arrested after allegedly shooting toward Mrs. Iverson near Davenport. Witnesses including Carl Shoemaker and Andrew Shoemaker said bullets narrowly missed the woman as youths fired tin cans and other marks. The case, set for trial in Justica Hall's court, could be amended to attempted murder if evidence shows actual aiming at Iverson.
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Dick Hagemann
Ann Iveron
West
Davenport
Iverson
Hagemann
Carl
Andrew Shoemaker
Tin Aros
Hageman
Carl Showmacher
Children of Mission Will Enjoy Big Tree
Children at the People's Union Mission will have a 19 foot tree filled with goodies for about 200 youngsters on Saturday afternoon. Mayor Phillips speaks at 3 o clock on Sunday with Benjamin Barr giving two five dollar pieces to well behaved children. Firemen at Central station donated three thickens and Weiss Bros funded clothing for eighteen children. Davenport helpers ensure a merry Christmas for many homes through the season.
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People's Union Mission
Phillips
Central Station
Weiss Bros
Lee
Davenport
Torpedo Boats Escape From Port Arthur Amid Snow Storm
An Aberdeen press report states eight torpedo boat destroyers escaped Port Arthur as a heavy snow storm rages. Japanese cruisers move into the China Sea under Admiral Kamimura to meet the Russian Second Pacific Squadron while Sevastopol is heavily damaged by torpedoes and listed on the river mouth.
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London
THE
Daily Telegraph
Chefoo
Port Arthur
Shanghai
Kamimura
China Sea
Singapore
Straits Settlements
Japanese Armiy
Port Arteca
Fusan
Sevastopol
Liaote Mountain
Tokio
Figeon Bry
Housanyentac
Pirenn Bay
Housanrentas
Vice Admirel Toge
Sryaz
Sevastipol
Tioutight
Mit
Admiral Foge
First jury case of January term to be heard
Harvey D. Mack sues Carsten W. Petersen in the January term court. The Tri-City Transfer and Fuel company was involved as owners, with Petersen selling his interest to Mack and later attempting to oust him from east Second street premises. The lease was found to be in Petersen's name, prompting the suit after the true ownership was learned.
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Harvey D. Mack
Carsten W. Petersen
Carsten N. Petersen
Tri-City Transfer and Fuel Company
Petergan
Mack
East Second Street
Wir. Betersen
License Issued for Saloon Today by City Council
The license committee of the city council issued a license today to M. J. Kirkman to operate a saloon and dance hall on Main Second street. The former tenant Jock Munwarning had his license revoked for late hours and attempts to renew were unsuccessful. The license transfer to Mr Kirkman was decided to await further action.
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M. J. Kirkman
Mast Second Street
Jock Munwarning
Kirkman
Beautiful Christmas Decorations at Bethlehem Church
Decorations at Bethlehem Congregational church near complete under Rev J H Wilson Som pastor. Front features scriptural quotes and biblical symbols with a wreath and Christmas bell at center. Two Christmas trees ready for presents. primary department services at 2 pm Monday and Sunday school at 7 30 pm. Rev Wilson to preach morning and evening on Christmas Day.
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Bethlehem Congregational Church
J. H. Wik Som
Mr. Wson
Star of Bethlehem
WIS
Wilson
Barber Shops City Closed Monday Christmas Holiday Morning
Barbershops in the city will open Monday from 8 to 11 for a brief morning of work. After 11, owners and apprentices will observe Christmas holiday.
Cold Wave Expected in Davenport This Evening
A cold wave is forecast for Davenport this evening and Saturday with temperatures dropping to near ten degrees above zero. The storm system moves eastward from the western region, bringing far colder conditions, with readings from ten below to thirty-two above in nearby areas.
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Davenport
Observer Shelter
Saturn
Iuka
Misgigsino
Atlantic
Manitoba
Missouri Valley
South Dakota
North Dakota
British Territory
British Columbia
Lake
Northwest
Pacific Coast
Plumbers Elect Officers For The Ensuing Year
The local Plumber's union No. 387 elected officers for the coming year including President Walter Schlichting, Financial Secretary Edward Reimers, Recording Secretary Julius Holman, and Treasurer H. Quidner. Other posts awarded were Vice President Philip Kolier, Guard Sentinel Frank Deloyre, and Inside Sentinel H. Meyers. Music will be provided by Peterson's orchestra at Turner High for the event.
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Loca
Plumber's Union
Walter
Julius Holman
H. Quidner
Garaide Sentinel
Frank Deloyre
Inaldo Sentinel
H. Meyers
Turner High
Peterson
Six Boys Charged For Snowball Incident
Six boys aged up to 16 appeared before Judge Finger, charged with throwing snowballs at people on West Davenport. They received a stern lecture and were sent home with a warning that repeated acts would result in fines.
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Judge Finger Shits
People
West Davenport
Sto Ge
Leonidas Case Dismissed in District Court
The Leonidas estate administrator's suit against Diamond Jo Line steamers over the transfer of property related to the murder case was dismissed for lack of equity. The court found the transfer from the old company to the new one legal, leaving the plaintiff unable to collect the $1000 judgment. Attorneys Frank A. Gonper and Finger & Letts represented the plaintiff. Chamberlin & Petersen, Kretzinger, Gallagher and Rooney defended the defendants.
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P. WW. McManus
Diamond
Dudge House
W. Bie Manus
Leonidas
Christopher Leonidas
Ellsworth
Mefenns
Mary Beynolds
Jay Morton
Tinos
Met
Pp. W. McManus
Diasmond
E. MM
Dickey
Frank A. Gonper
Finger & Letts
Chamberlin & Petersen, Kretzinger, Gallagher and Rooney
City Bowling League Suffers Poor Representation
City Bowling League last night saw only one team present as Indians forfeited against Leaders due to failure to notify absence. The Bismarks versus Colts game was postponed for the same reason, while the Indians posted their score.
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Colts
Indians
Atlame
Bismarks
Ity
Judge Bollinger Grants Temporary Alimony Decree
Judge Bollinger issues a decree in the divorce case William Bosholm against Lizzie Bosholm. The ruling covers temporary alimony with Lizzie Bosholm receiving 250 dollars weekly and the plaintiff paying attachment costs.
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Bollinger
Iince Bollinger
William Bosholm
Lizzie Bosholm
Equity
Threat to Sack Alcazar at Tangier
A courier from Alcazar sixteen miles northeast of Tangier reports tribesmen have surrounded the town and threaten to sack it unless the French censor and one British subject are surrendered to them.
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Tangier
Alcazar
City Offices to Close Monday City Officials to Observe Day
Mayor Phillips issues order closing all city offices on Monday December 26 with no street work planned that day.
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Phillips
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Mirs
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Children OF Mission
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Petersen
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