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Newspaper
Tri City Star
Location
Davenport, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1904
Page
7
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A Clark Jewel gas stove or range is a nearly indispensable commodity usable in any season. It enables quick meals, especially in the morning, with breakfast ready in under ten minutes when planned properly.
Sterling council ordered Sterling Dixon and Bastery Electric Railway to cut twelve inches from every tie within city limits. The company denies the mandate, claiming ties exceed seven feet, and vows to fight in court while insisting on controlling its own work.
A subway record set in New York on October 6 as a new line clocked ten minutes and forty five seconds from start to finish at Ninth Street station. The previous best time was fourteen minutes. A separate testimonial claims Dr King’s New Discovery cured asthma and lung troubles for Leesville resident W H Brown after a life-threatening scare at a city diner.
William C Kreuhler of Cincinnati Ohio and Lucia Miller of Davenport received a license to marry. William N McCoy of Davenport and Henrietta Conk of Davenport also took out a license. Martin Ches was jailed ten days by Judge Floger for drunken and disorderly conduct.
Maryaville D Det f William T. McCurdy aged 65 died here from corner of the tee. Several days ago he went to an undertaking establishment selected his routines and made arrangements for his funeral. In company with family he went to the cemetery and selected a suitable place for his grave.
An early advertisement touts Newitt’s Life Barly Rix as a pleasant remedy for piles and constipation. It claims cleansing effects on the stomach liver and bowels without causing griping sickness or weakness, and notes the product is sold by all druggists.
Reports from the country indicate that Towa's 396,000,000 bushel corn crop has begun harvest. Early-maturing areas show kernels drying for cribbing while frost-affected fields are tossed, with farmers now shocking ears for silos and fodder. Dealers expect markets to see limited supply about thirty to forty days earlier than usual.
Manila reports Major General James F. Ware plans to sail home aboard the transport Thomas on October 15. He will be succeeded by Major General Courtney Lennard Wood acting as commanding general of the Philippines division while General Chin Hin arrives to assume full command.
A young farmer from Brarkville township in Decorah Iowa committed suicide by shooting himself on a Saturday after failing to get legal help. He left a note to his father-in-law and his wife before taking his life, according to the report from the district court.
Federal suit by Omaha men challenges Iowa authority to discard river islands along the Missouri near Council Bluffs. Iowa’s new law allows boundary reference to an executive council and final awards. A injunction seeks to block conveyance of about 2000 acres to Charles R. Mannan of Council Bluffs. The case pits land claims against the statute’s timing and conditions.
Mt Sterling Kentucky October 6 The work of the Kentucky W C T U is summarized in a memorial service and reports by branch superintendents. Mrs Helen J Pendery of Louisville led the memorial for members who died in the year and Mrs Chariton Edholm of California gave the afternoon address. In the evening Mrs L M Lake of St Louis spoke on Got Given Rights of Childress to a packed audience.
Cleveland trust assignees ask court to pay 33 1/3 percent deposits in full after the Guardian Trust, appointed when Wedersl Trust failed amid embezzlement by treasurer George B. Clewell, filed a petition. Deposits totaled 757 254 dollars with assets of 810 thousand dollars for payment.
An early 20th century testimonial from Jomk W. Funpis of Wheeling West Virginia touts S S S as a blood purifier that cured long standing sores after a work injury. The letter promotes Swift Specific Company of Atlanta, claims mineral free formula, and offers free medical advice and a book on blood diseases.
An old advertisement touts Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills targeted at women, claiming relief from headaches neuralgia menstrual pain and dizziness. It touts quick cure outcomes, gentle effects on the nervous system and includes testimonial from Mrs Sarah Watkinson and price 23 cents per box with free trial offers.
Five men including C. Friend of Pittsburg and Peter Schreider of Chunis Thorneville were arraigned on murder charges in the case of W. M. May killed January 1. Hoy was robbed of a railway company purse and his personal funds taken. the railway funds were left. A bearing is set for New Lexington Friday morning.
From Tincein Neb Oct 11 Governor Mickey with a large party including Miss Mickey Superintendent Fowler Treasurer Mortensen and other officials depart by Burlington for Seattle to attend the launch of the battleship Nebraska set for next Friday afternoon Governor Mickey notes he will not discuss state affairs during the trip while Governor McGilton will assume duties in Lincoln until his return About thirty in the party are expected and they will spend time in Lincoln sightseeing en route.
Bertin Oct 6 Emperor William telegram to Count Leopold condoling with him on his father’s death. He refuses to recognize Count Leopold as regent due to unsettled legal status and a separate protest by Prince George of Schaumburg Lippe over lineage. Count Ernst of Lippe-Siesterfeld was killed while lounging, rumored assassin, later said to be accidental shooting.
Concordia Oct 6 A B Ferris convicted of forgery defrauding First National Bank and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary Ferris is said to be wanted at various towns in town and Nebraska Sixteen divorce cases were disposed of but one denied.
In a Monona and Harrison county joint meeting the panel heard damages for the Mononz Harrison country ditch. Judge Addison Oliver objected to the appraisers report, exposing a kinship between appraiser GC M Rags and landowner F C Rosy. New appraisers will be appointed. Northwestern damages questioned. Proceedings adjourned to October 14 at Quawe.
Grand Rapids will receive the Ryerson library and Antoine Cumpau Memorial Park donated by Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago. The four and a half acre park sits in the city’s southern area, part of Antoine Gampau’s homestead. The library cost $200,000. tomorrow’s program includes civic and military addresses, a talk by University of Michigan President James B. Angell, and a reception for Mr and Mrs Ryerson.
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a dramatic recovery from severe illness. He describes yellow skin sunken eyes and pain, says three doctors gave him up, then electric pitters improved him after three bottles. He claims they saved him from death and urges others to try them at Frank Nadlet’s drug store for pennies.
The triennial general convention of Episcopalians opened in Boston with services at Trinity Church prior to the session. Archbishop of Canterbury and prelates from four continents attend. Bishop Doane of Albany preaches. Key actions include potential name change for the church and revising the divorce canon to bar remarriage while a former partner remains alive.
A letter from Isaac Sharp ex Governor of Kansas at 1207 I street NW Washington DC praises Peruna as an excellent tonic and curative, while Heary Powers from Morrisville Wisconsin also endorses it as a reliable family remedy. Both urge readers to seek Dr Hartman for free medical advice and assurances of prompt results.
Mrs Parme lia Dickerson was burned to death in her Springfield home just before noon. Firemen found her body lying over the stove and believe her clothing caught from the cook stove as she tried to tid her fire. Rosz Gucas and Doad Wright aided others in attempting to suppress the blaze before the fire department arrived.
Town City reports Iowa university students of Republican faith organizing to back the Republican ticket. A preliminary meeting in Liberal Arts hall named a committee of Frank F. Wilson, chairman, Harry E. Boles, Roy A. Redhleli to form a unit for all Republican students. The group aims to assist in Senator Fairbanks reception next week and plans a march to the depot for the demonstration.
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