New Things in Wall Paper and Frames and Davenport Shoot
Hall and Martin advertise wall paper and frames. The Davenport Shooting Association plans a shoot and supper at Schuetzen Park tomorrow afternoon with teams formed and a cup prize for the losing side. Also notes a turkey shoot event on Sunday prior to Thanksgiving and a two-horse sale by the Central Fire station auction following Monday afternoon October 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Fre Department
Tenfance
Judge Finger Warns Habitual Disturber Bud Walker
The Davenport court scolds Bud Walker for chronic disturbances on Fifth Street between Brady and Perry. Judge Finger warns of 30 days, hard labor, bread and water if misbehavior repeats. Walker is described as lazy and gambling prone, with a dangerous reputation and future scrutiny from police.
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Bud Walker
Evers
Finger
Brady
Perry
Bard
Scott County
Davenport
Heszog
Jude
Walker
Polios
Robbed the Grave by Electric Bitters Survivor tale
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a near fatal illness with yellowing skin and despairing back pain. After three doctors gave up, Electro Bitters revived him in three weeks proving life saving. He claims the drink “robbed the grave” of another victim and urges others to try it at Frank Nadler’s drug store for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Oliver
Philadelphia
Frank Nadler
Lacon Woman Badly Hurt In Family Dispute
Peoria Oct 22 Mrs Nellie Thompson wife of Tyaconds ing at the genit of death from tefurial Initicted by Richard Higgins 2 of Peoria. Higgins is accused of a sym with intent to mur der and last night when arrested denied the charge saying he slapped the woman because she attacked him with a betpin. Higgins and his sister Jennie disapproved of Mrs Thompson's attentions to their father. John G Higgins a merchant and member of the board of supervisors of the county
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Nellie Thompson
Tyacon Ds Iing
Richard Higgins
Opeg 2
Higgins
Jennie
Six popular lectures at a Brady Street science academy
Davenport Academy of Sciences announces six popular science lectures at Science hall Brady and Seventh streets starting Monday Oct 31 and running to Dec 5. The series features Prof Thomas H Macbride on The Plant Responsive to Human Preference with outlines of the lectures and a public circular.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport Academy of Sciences
Science Hall
Brady
Seventh Streets
Will Beln
Thomas H. J. Bride
Hay Ben
Academy
Planta
Mag
Erson
Monaadek
Verner
Buthman
Bohumit’ Shimek
University of Iowa
Iby, Prat
University of Town
Rochias of Colorado
Samuel, Balgin
University of Tow
Attorney Witter to Address M C A Club at Rock Islands
Attorney J F Witter will speak to the B G M club of boys at the Rock Islands M C A tomorrow at 4 40 o clock. The men’s meeting starts 3 40 with Dr T H Mc Michael president of Monmouth College addressing. On Monday evening several Rock Island young people societies will hold a Halloween social and reception at the Y M C A with seat reservations starting Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Witter
B. G. M. Club of Boys
Rock Islands
T. H. McMichael
Monmouth. College
Rock Island
Field & Hallowe'en
You. C. A
Democrats Will Cheer Tonight In Rock Island Parade
Lawrence B Stringer the Democratic candidate for governor arrives in Rock Island with Judge C B Thomas for state treasurer and R E Spangler for secretary of state. They will be taken to the Harper house for a reception and later speak at the rink after a large parade.
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Lawrence B. Stringer
Minola
C. B.thomas
R. E. Spangler
Rock Islang
Rock Island Road
Wyomling
Harper House
Fleeing thief shoots self after chase in Newark
James Wilson, a burglar, attempted to flee a pursuing crowd near the J. B Mindy machine works. He fired at his pursuers, was struck in the head by his own shot, and suffered a grave wound. The loot included a coat and pockets found on him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iby
Newark
N. J
James Wilson
J. B Mindy Machine Works
What Becomes of the Soul After Death Series
Tomorrow evening at Bottubehari Congregational Church Rev J H Wilson opens a series of theological lectures on the future destiny of the soul The opening sermon asks Does Death Bring AH If Not What Becomes of the Soul After it Leaves the Body The morning talk is Our Church and a cordial invitation is extended to all Good music will be provided and the Rays perform tomorrow at the Turarr Grand
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bottubehari Congregational Church
J. H. Wilson
Ita
Davenport
Prest Presbyterian Church
Kirkwoot Boulevard
Pilgrim's Progress
Brotherhood of Man
Bochichem Congregational
J. Wison
Gur Chavez
Justice Harlan Explains Absence From Court
Justice Earl D. Harlan explains missing last Friday due to an incident involving a drink he took from an unidentifiable bottle. He says it was diluted ammonia and that a mistake could have harmed him, noting he is a Kentuckian and the episode caused only a brief idle period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Earlac
United States Supreme Court
Mt Law Cine
Harlan
Adelphic and Phrenokoemian Society Program Listing
The Adelphic and Phrenokoemian societies held an event at 7 29 last evening in the history main. The program included music and art by Henest Smith and a quartet with Théodore Hein. Several named participants such as Gustafson Sueteb Ebrenholm Ga seeestsere Oscar Edstrom Hrle Carlson Pino Lundquist and Binomquist were listed among the performers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phrenokoemian Society
Busic
Local Church Services and Sermons Across Davenport
Davenport readers are informed of Sunday worship at multiple churches. Prest Presbyterian on Kirkwood Boulevard features morning sermon Wabay Think Ye of Ghost and a 3: with Pilgrim's Progress readings. Trinity Episcopal and Bethel Presbyterian report activities and weekly services. broader listings include Congregational, Christian Scientist, Spencer Memorial Methodist, Central Presbyterian, United Presbyterian, First Methodist, Epworth League, Memorial Christian, and PS C E schedules with sermon topics, Sunday schools, and youth meetings.
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Bethel Presbyterian Chapel
Pwelfth Street
Eleventh Avenue
First Church of Christ
Roume
London
Spencer
Urd
Seventh Avenue
J. B. Butteram
Junior Lesgue
Neathn
Epworth Lesgue
Central Presbyterian—The
Wm. Torrance
Sertices
D. TL. gNars
Thomas M. McMichael
D. D
Monmouth College
P. Mz
J. D. Warnock
McMichael
R. B. Wiilaras
Bubjec
Haney
Now Jing
Eyworth League
G. W. Tavronen
Nantor
Ghost on bicycle proven to be sleeping girl in Fort Dodge
Report from Fort Dodge Indiana states a ghost seen riding a bicycle at midnight was found to be Lucy Kittredge a young woman living with local businessman. Two male riders chased the figure and uncovered the girl who had been suspected as a sleeping specter for weeks.
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Specter
Roddebt
Fort Dodge
Get
Lucy Kittredge
Augustana College Week Bulletin Arranged Schedule
Augustana college release outlines week events beginning Oct 2 with a mission class and sermon by Dr. C A Dlom at 4 a.m. plus various committees, choruses, and society meetings across Oct 21 to Oct 28. Student activities include receptions, debates, band performances, and a bazaar at Industri hall with multiple student organizations Featured in the program are the Wernerberg chorus, Gladstone Debating Club, Webster Debating Club, and several society meetings each day through Saturday Oct 28.
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Augustana College
Bundy
C. A
Gladstone
Webster
Bandel Gratorio Society
Thealry
Prever Moeetlig
Pittireday
Board of Directors
Camnereere Chorus
Oak
Bazaar
Recital at Trinity Church Sunday Evening in Davenport
Lovers of music may enjoy another Sunday recital at Trinity Church corner Seventh and Brady Davenport. The organ, a grand instrument from Rock Island firm Marshall Bennett, has been refreshed. The program begins at 7:40 with five numbers followed by the regular service. The rector Rev De Witt preaches morning on The Brotherhood of Man and evening on The Ideal Moral.
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Trinity Church
Seventh
Brady Streets
Davenport
Orginal Trinity Church
Marshall Bennett Company
Rock
Fe. Dewitt
the Brotherhood of Man
Obituary notices from Rock Island area misread mix
Obituaries summarize local deaths: Charles Duer aged 46 dies after an accident. Kathryn Antony of Rock Island dies of tuberculosis at 9 and funeral today at Sacred Heart with Mayflower Camp Royal Neighbors services. relatives include Mrs A M Bruner and siblings Mary Huffman Elizabeth Antony and Margaret Antony. Funeral and burial at Calvary Cemetery.
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Pune
Charley
Kanaes City
Eins Philebur
Rock
Emma Philebur
Tor
Kansas City
Charles Duer
Antony
Kathryn
Rock Talan
Third Avenue
Kathryn Antony
Jacob Antony
Mayflower Camp
Royal Neighbors
Mary Huffman
Margaret
Elizabeth Antony
Rock Island
O'élbek
Sacred Heart Hireh
May Flower Camp
Chlvary Cemetery
Divorces and church stance at Baptist General Association
The Springfield meeting of the Baptist General Association discussed a universal divorce law across states. A resolution favored cooperation with religious groups pushing for Uniform Divorce. The group urged loyalty to New Testament teachings and support for a national church council recommendation to churches.
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Springfield
Det
Baptist General Association
Lanza
jRt Ecumanien
H.R. Clissold
Organ Park
Nnso
Chicago
Supreme Court Adjourns Divisions for Late November
The Supreme Court adjourned its two divisions for the October term with Division 2 to meet November 22 and Division 1 on November 23. It is expected opinions in key criminal cases before Division 2 will be delivered on November 2.
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Jemersonu City
Supreme Court
Steerbell Through WTO Bie Cave Opens in Iowa Farm Subterranean Cave
Amiamnosa, Ia Oct 22 A large subterranean cave was opened to the public on the N Sut ton farm near Canton and Dig Spring. The cave was created when a steer fell into a ridge pass above the Maquoketa river and broke through the surface. Local boys discovered the site and helped recover the animal which died from injuries. The cave lies northwest of Mietamote Maquoketa caves drawing visitors to the area.
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Amiamnosa
N. Sutton
Canton
Maquoketa River
Tie
Inter
Terra Firma
Block
Tack
Ensemilles
Mietamote
Maquoketa
Pythian Order Seeks Purge Under Grand Chancellor
The Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias in Illinois adjourns with unanimous approval to purge and cleanse the order. A state deputy chancellors cadre is authorized to assist the Grand Chancellor. George W. Fordman of Sereayville and W. K. Whitfield of Livar named to the grand tribe. Home matters unresolved at the session.
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Peoria
Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias of
Tllinois
Whitag
Grand Lodge
George W. Pordman
Sereayville
W. K. Whitfield
Livar
Grand Chancelery Visit Roars Into Canton Friday Night
A royal reception is planned in Canton Friday night as the Grand Chancery arrives with notable figures. The event features high level attendees and promises a formal ceremony in the city center with public spectators expected.
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Hall & Martin
Davenport Shooting Association
3. C. Pientang
Canet Fire Department
Judge Finger
Walepe
LACON
Anna
CutGip. A
C. Bt
Fien’s Hats
JOENS
Stetson
KNOX
WM. Joens the Hatier
Bray St
Thomas M’bride
Witter
M.C. A
Hallowe'en Social
Stringer
J. B. Wilson
Beriex
Turarr Grand
Justice Harlan
Literary Societies OF
Augustana
Silberstein Bros
Cashrieniss Snp
Oxfords
Silberstelin Brothers
Austin
Worbling
John
Kimball
Nen
A.M. Bruner
John Forsling
A. Br. Bruner
Kimall
Nek Bir
Forsling
Sweden
Nebraska
Davenport Melting Co's
Accond and
Tayler
Bie
R& Hip Hénie
Finich
Naeckel & So
West Second Street
Little Bros
Brady Street
China
Hinrichs Crockery Co
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