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Newspaper
Tri City Star
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1905
Page
4
A local store advertises a sale from a major writing paper maker. Customers can buy writing paper and tablets at low prices. The promotion includes a free cup of hot chocolate or bouillon with each 504 purchase, as the ad features assorted bouillon options.
The Springset News reports that a syndicate led by M. H. Bassett and E. A. Andrews of Mattoon purchased the Davenport Davenport Star. They plan to convert the Star from evening to morning publication, the sole morning paper in Davenport Rock Island and Moline. Bassett, a former Springfield resident, has a noted publishing career and previously sold Mattoon Journal to Harry F. Kendall.
The graduating class schedule includes a sermon by Rev H C Rowlands at Celvin Baptist Church Sunday, a reception by Charles M Lillie Tuesday, a dress rehearsal for The Merchant of Venice Up To Date at Turner Hall, Wednesday exercises at Turner Hall, and commencement Friday at Turner Opera House. Also a public notice of Electric Bitters for malaria and ague with testimonials.
Joplin Mo Jan 21 W R Smith was held up by three highwaymen at 6 pm while driving toward the city from Suelter suburb They commanded him to throw up his hands and pulled him from his wagon then robbed him of 40 leaving 95 in currency untouched by the raiders.
Annual reports reveal McCowan Hall now part of Woman's Boarding Home Association. Notes incorporation, revised by-laws, and year long meetings. Donations, Shakespearean entertainments, and pledges fund a future substantial home. Treasurer Edna Cole reports balanced finances and ongoing support from residents.
The Masque Drill Team of the Mystic Workers of the World hosts a masquerade ball at Davenport Turner Hall this evening with Snyder's Union Orchestra providing music. Three prizes are offered for costume, acting character, and best spearing.
Lexington attorney Byrd for the Commonwealth opened the case against Bill Britton in Jackson, alleging James Cockrell’s murder in a feud. Hargis was named for the first time as a potential participant, claiming he sat in his store window with a rifle to shoot during the alleged killings. The court proceeding began Wednesday amid sensational testimony.
George Millholian appeared before Judge Finger in police court charged with disturbing the peace by striking Ruth Foster. He admitted being a prize fighter from Dubuque and said he trained in Davenport for a fight to be held soon in Dubuque. The judge ordered him held on a rock pile for thirty days to gain muscle before meeting opponents in the ring.
Laundry ad urges prompt drop off to meet Sunday deadlines. The People's Steam Laundry at 125 East Third Street promises same day service for orders left midweek. Phone contact provided for quick pickup and rush handling.
James Crowley and Louis Grieber of Gambri Ind united in marriage yesterday afternoon by Mayor Harry W. Phillips. The couple, from different faiths, initially consulted a justice but chose a civil ceremony instead after learning a church dispensation was needed.
Dagkson Mississippi January 21 The annual report of the Board of Mississippi Levee Commissioners for 1904 has been submitted to the governor. It shows more good work accomplished during the year just closed than in any previous year since the board was formed and the levees are now generally in good shape.
Olive Lodge No 42 Knights and Ladies of the Golden Precept held a major meeting initiating seven candidates and reviewing supreme lodge reports. A Washingtonian fancy dress ball is planned for Feb 22 with prizes including a bedroom suite and a marriage prize.
A disputed report claims salmon planted fifteen years ago in Lake Michigan near Sheboygan Wisconsin were caught ten miles offshore. The fish weighed eight and a half pounds and are cited as one of the few planted salmon, potentially the only one ever caught.
The coroner's jury met at the Harrington home to inquest Mrs. Thos Harrington found dead Friday. No evidence was taken as surroundings were inspected. The jury adjourned to Lambach's office Monday at 3 pm to thoroughly investigate the death. Funeral services will be at St Anthonr's church with burial at St Marguerite's cemetery. D J Plannery will officiate. Hotels and dining cars advertise Mrs Austin's Pancakes for breakfast.
Police in Dubuque struggle to trace a child’s killer after an infant’s body was found in a Cascade house cellar. Time lapse since the crime hampers investigation. inquest delayed by county attorney’s overwork.
South Bend Indiana January 21 The Elkhart county grand jury met to inquire into an alleged coal trust formed by the Interurban Coal Dealers association. Local dealer George W Hattle testified he was forced to join the combine to obtain coal and was compelled to raise prices despite claiming fair profits.
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