Davenport and Davenport area short notes and events
Dentists, transfers, race results, birthdays and social visits populate a Davenport and Rock Island snapshot. Highlights include Echick's Express, Miss Allen Maude Snider returning to Bal Wi! & Sniders, Mrs. Henry Matthey heading to Colorado, local court actions, real estate transfers, a Royal Neighbors meeting, and a school teaching party visiting from Geneseo.
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S. J. Owens
Brady
Echick
Express & Transfer
Starase Anderson
Christian Goettlg
Brady Street
I. F. Paterson
New York
Henry Matthey
Jessie
Colorado
Helen Blair
Winone
Davenport Levee Toiliy
Nagel’s
LO West Fourth Street
Allen Maude Snider
Bal- Wi! & Sniders
Mra G. GC
House of Williamsburg
Rediewig
Fred Homer
West Sixth Street
Davenpoot
Grand Island
Walmah T. Price
James Corbett
Elkator, Ta
Juptin
Recorder’s
Scott County
Wisconsin
Rockansbie
H. Rosenthal & Sons
George Bowman
Issac Peternberger
Cincionati
Ohio
Perry Street
Second
B. 12 Hoydston
Fred McBride
Sterling, UL
St Gernon
LeClaire Street
Davenport
Frank
Fred
Iowa City
Hibernian Hall
National Association of Stationary Engineers
GAA
James Palmer
Cain
Rock Island
Christian Statfeh
Association 40
O. H. Nielsen
G. H. Grob
Halligan
Chris Anderson
F. Smith
Blanche Ring
Sunday Menu at Home Bakery Offers Classic Dishes
Caleb plans a home bakery Sunday meal featuring fried and sliced cucumbers, turkey with oyster dressing, roast beef with giblet sauce, veal leg with mushroom dressing, stewed chicken, mashed potatoes, green peas, Hubbard squash, sliced tomatoes, homemade mince pie, vanilla tea cream, and coffee. The ad notes four children of sixty four train men enter and leave New York Central Station daily.
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Van
Home Bakery
Brady Streat
Heyer Opens Market On Brady Street In Davenport
Hoyer closed two lease agreements for a year to establish a new market at 1811 Brady street formerly Boeth meat market. The store, built for a meat market, will join Heyer’s quartet of markets in Davenport and Rock Island, opening tomorrow with a large announcement in the Star. The enterprise is noted as well known and residents are pleased, while a separate Davenport case Ferdinand Owens v. city was dismissed at Owens’ costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. N. Polls
Decatures
Trieuds
George. Marveil
Mattoon
Rock Island
A.D. Huesing
Bert
St. Louis Exposition
GC. Ferguson
Rocksand
Dilan
Harvey Guy
Julia Marshall
Clinton
Jesse Hutchinson
St. Louis
G. H. McCowen
Twentieth Street
Burlington
Hies
Chicago
Rey
C. EB
Hoffsten
Grice Lutheran Church
Forty-fourth ‘Street
Dufly
Tri-Ctrr
Second Avenue
Bpencer Park
Port Byron
Gustave Stengel
Belle- Ville
Belleville
Stengel
Ralph D. Georgia
Dayton
Ohio
W. E. Crandall
State Board of Pardons
Onertuary
Wootracn
Paul Ackerman
Haseen
Old Virginia Minstrels
Blut Region Republican Club
Doering
Margaret Schiltz
Henry Suétis
Ladies of the
Modern Maccabees
Odd ‘Fellows
Isls
Mra
Aunt Holite
Jndies
First Methodist Church
Raymond Reimers
Princeton Universty
Rock Yuland
Fort Worth
C. D. Relmers
H. H. Frost
Kate Kendricks
Anna Jordan
Lacey Austin
Mayme Parker
Kate Dickson
Hesaie Baker
Eleanor Heisebbeyer
Cora Ott
Alice Ott
Josephine Bailey
Winail Priebs
Emma Peterson
H.W. Crawford
Division Freight Agwst
Hes Jeft
Cincinnati
Braunton
First Presbyterian Church
Crawford
Binunton
Jesse Cowley
A_ G. Carlson
Soresis
Churci Uiet
Anc
Miss Warn
Iatin
St Louis
Prof. Dickinson
Moine High School
East End
Moline
Carstens
B. B. Sewing Circle
Twelfth Avenue
L. M. Mugill
Andrew Oieon
Mercer County
Aledo
Bigheh
J. M. Dale
Deere & Co
W. RC
E. A. North
Third Street
Carl Milde
Herman Milde
duiGer
J. W. Morn
Mollne High School
John H. Brown
Elgin
Vilinoia
Gocallst Ucket
Socialist Party
Market Square
Interurban
Campbell's Island
Watertown
Mutual Wheel Co
Metropolis
Metropolis Spokeworks
Banner Buggy Co
St Lows
Light
MF. Hoyer
Brady Street
Boeth
Mr. Hey
Cenport
Beyer
Ely
Ferdinand Owens
Davenport
New Book by Rev Joseph Kelly for Catholics
Rev Joseph Kelly publishes a small booklet titled Correct Things for Catholics for parishioners. The first page features Father Kelly's portrait and a fine view of St Mary's church on page three. D Tanner coordinated compiling and editing and arranged local merchant advertisements.
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Joseph Kelly
Father Kelly
St Mary’s Church
Moline
D. ‘Tanner
Central Methodist Church Deed Filed in Davenport
The Central Methodist Ipteropal Church society and corporation filed a deed conveying to Anna McCafrey for 6000 dollars part of aut Jol 18 of LeCintre's addition to Davenport. The parcel begins near the northwest corner of lot 18 and runs east to an alley, south to an alley, then west to Brady street. Signed by E. B. Hayward president and Leow Neelands secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Methodist Ipteropal Church Society, & Corporation
Anna
McCaffrey
LeCintre
Davenport
G. W. Fitch
J. Dixwe
Fitch
Brady Street
E. B. Hayward
Leow. Neelands
Bowling League Board Adopts Rules for New Season
The Tri City Bowling League board met at the central alley in Rock Island last night with full representation. They adopted the same governing rules used last year for the upcoming season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tri- City Bowling League
Rocl Island
Thave
Miss Lizzie Sauer Accidentally Shoots Self, Inquest Finds
In Butte Montana the inquest into Miss Lizzie Sauer's death determined accidental shooting as the cause. Dr John G Schapns testified the wound could have been self inflicted and the shot appeared more accidental than an attempt at suicide. Witnesses, including Mr and Mrs Wright, described her character and lack of motive, noting the revolver belonged to the household.
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Butte
Ment
Seph
Mann Ty Nist
Lizzie Sauer
Deak
John GC. Schapns
New Post Office Policy Allows Stampedless Bulk Mail
Washington DC sept 23 under no order signed by the postmaster general an innovation lets mail matter of the third and fourth classes be mailed without postage stamps when sent in quantities of not less than 2000 identical pieces. Congress earlier permitted bulk transmission and now port officials must authorize permits for firms to send without stamps while paying the total postage at the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Oneral
Congress
Mali
Avai
Wolverines Fight In Street In Menominee
Two well known Menominee men Frank Gregory and Joh Corry fought in a main street altercation over a real estate deal. A woman named Elsie Baren, 14, was assaulted by Henry Youula, prompting swift sheriff action and a near mob incident in Menominee County.
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Menomines
Mich
Frank Gregory
Joh Corry
Menominee
Eioy Josgare
Northwestern
Powera
Henry Youula
Elsie Baren
Stilese
Younke
Menominea
Airbanks Starts On Northwest Tour In Northwest Coast Visit
Fairbanks arrives in Chicago from the east to confer with national committeemen and begin a tour of the northwest Pacific coast to alert. The next stop is LaCrogee at seven tomorrow morning. Senator Collier of Town accompanies him. Secretary Shaw arrives from a western speaking tour and predicts excellent prospects in the territory visited. He plans a stop in Indiana tonight addressing a meeting at Elkhart.
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Chicago
Elkhart
Harriet Mace Seeks Divorce From William Mace
Harriet Mace sues for divorce from William Mace after 30 years of marriage at Btorning Tl, married May 11, 1874, living apart since April 1904. She cites habitual drunkenness and brutal, inhuman treatment. An attachment for 1500 dollars issued against the defendant. Louis Block is the plaintiff’s attorney. The couple reside at Princeton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriet Mace
Two Divorces Granted in District Court Today
Charles Boynton was granted two decrees of divorce and Minnie Boynton was granted divorce today in district court. Alfred C Mugler served as attorney for the plaintiff in one case and J H Hanley for the other.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Boynton
Minnie Boynton
Alfred C. Mugler
Tillie Roiwrmel
Juco
House
J. H. Hanley
May Avoid Fight In Asia War Telegrams
Sept. 23 reports say Kurekupin’s forces have been reinforced by divisions, threatening Kuropatin’s ability to break Liaoying. The dispatch notes high confidence Port Arthur will endure, while the sole remaining question concerns the quantity of ammunition at Laud.
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St. Petersburg
Kureki
Markets of America Special to Star from H J Toker Co
Market report from Davenport and Chicago cites receipts for wheat corn oats and hogs cattle and sheep across North American exchanges. Prices shown for futures and cash markets include specific ranges and grade classifications. London and Minneapolis summaries provide opening and closing quotes and primary receipts.
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Chicago
Kanana City
Omaha
Beevers
Texas
Sheen
Liverpool
Egan and Havemeyer Lead in Olympic Golf Qualifier
Chandler Egan faltered with 166 in the morning but recovered to 176 in the afternoon, failing to lead as Havemeyer of Breabright posted the best score in the Easternearse-17%. Several notables, including Brokaw and Nekinnle, qualified among 32 entrants as heavy rain soaked the St Louis course. Eleven qualifiers hailed from St Louis and ten from Chicago.
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Chicago
Chandler Gow
St. Louis
Artur Havemeyer
Breabright
George T. Brokaw
Raymond
Carnival battle halts St Charles street festival
Law dispute erupts as Aurora lawyers seek an injunction in Rane county circuit court against the St Charles street carnival. Judge Henry Willis to hear arguments Friday morning. City council, property owners, and merchants clash over street use and the right to grant approvals amid echoes of the Van Fleet shooting linked to last year’s carnival.
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Kigio
Til
St Charles
Raymond and Newhail
Aurora
Circuit Court
Rane County
Henry
Willis
St. Charles
van Fleet
W. H. Starks
South Math Street
Rockford
John Storrison
Elgin, Aurora & Southern Traction
Union Pacific to Start Telegraphic News on Trains
The Union Pacific will inaugurate a telegraphic news service on the Overland Limited within a week. Bulletins from Craha will be posted in observation cars at noon and 4:40 p.m., shared by two eastbound and two westbound trains every 24 hours. The service aims to keep passengers informed during long prairie journeys.
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Oniaka
Sept
Union Pacific Railway
Overland Limited
Craha
Union Pacific
Jeretsfore
Fant
Aca
Parker in New York Seeks to Back Democratic Campaign
Parker arrives in New York for a second visit to rally Democratic campaign efforts. His stay is uncertain, with plans to remain two or three days. Senator Gorman spends time with the candidate, and National Chairman Taggart cites strong work in Wisconsin and Indiana as boosting chances in doubtful states.
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New York
Alten B. Parkers
Maisers
Hk Viettora
Dave
Henator Gorman
Taggart
Jorg
Wisconsin
Indiana
Special Election Ordered on Gas Plant Franchise
Nevada Indiana special election ordered by Mayor Klove after council meeting led by Bir W H Harrison of Toledo. Twenty five year franchise proposed for Balint gas plant. stock $25,000. lots bought on Latin Street across Northwest tracks. If voters approve Oct 13, company moves to begin work immediately.
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Nevada
Klove
Bir
W. H. Harrison
Toledo
Aid
Steal Butter and Eggs Plague North Main Street
Police report a spate of midweek burglaries in Rockford North Main Street where culprits target tea boxes at residences, taking high value items and leaving infants' supplies, butter and eggs. Chief Bargren suspects new city loafers as the culprits and plans a morning crusade.
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Rockford
Sunt
Polce
North Main Street
Bargren
Obituary for Jane McFaggart of Rock Island
Jane McFaggart of Rock Island funeral held today from the home of her daughter Bra J L Thomas 434 Bev enthat Foot at 2 pm Rev Dr L McNary United Presbyterian Church presiding Burial at Chipplannuck Cemetery Rock Island Also noted: Raya McParland aged 24 days daughter of D R McParland Rock Island dies Sept 23 at home No 2129 Sixth Avenue funeral from the house at 9 am tomorrow and burial at Chipplennuck Cemetery Rock Island
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M'Faggart
Jane
Rock Island
Bra J. L. Thomas
L. McNary
United Presbyterian Church
Chipplannuck Cemetery
Driver Held for Homicide after Streetcar Wreck
Nelrose Masa Sept 23 Royd Fenton, express wagon driver, allegedly caused a streetcar wreck by dragging a fifty pound load of dynamite. A preliminary examination set bond at 31,000. The death toll rose with several injured in precarious condition. inquest to follow.
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Nelrose
Masa
Royd. Fenton
Express
Wigon
Fell
Colorado State Convention Final Ticket Candidates
Denver Sept 22 the state convention completed its ticket with Alva Adams for governor Homer W Stavens for secretary of state Frank F Wheeler for auditor Sam P. Smith for treasurer Dual I. 8 for attorney general Helen L Granter for superintendent of schools Dr J O B Shaforth for regents and John F Schermerhorn for congressman at large as dayit M Richards also listed
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Denver
Colo
aAlva Adama
Pueblo
D. ML Agsinoas
Homce
Political votes by wire across several states
Albany reports D Cady Heprick as Democratic nominee for governor and Will Tegign as supreme court appointee. Spiroit notes John E Bird of Adrian chosen as Republican candidate for attorney general. Bloomington mentions a large construction grant and J Fraar Hanly. Hanly went to Salem. Reading details a Republican state league clubs convention concluding with Jon R Wiggins of Philadelphia elected president.
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Albany
D. Cady Heprick
Will Tegign
Supreme Court
Spiroit
Mich
John E. Bird
Adrian
Bloomington
Ind
J. Fraar Hanly
Hantoy
Salem
Reading
Jon R Wiggins
Philadelphia
Thinks He Bought a Town in Westminster
Dr Alison B Neal arrived from Chicago two months ago and was committed for insanity after wandering the mountains. A week ago he disappeared, menaced no charges, and slept in a haystack. Yesterday morning he reappeared claiming he had bought Westminster and ordered all citizens out.
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San Bernardino
Cal
Alison B. Neal
Chicago
Weatminster
Westminster
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Caleb
New York Central
Heyer
Central Methodist Church
Board OF Directors OF
Bowling League Meets
Buttes
Marinette
Pacific
Sterling, Dl
H. J. Toker & Co
Main Street
North 407
Minneapolis
Chandler Egan
Was Stith
Overland
Parker
Vomites
Newvada
Gola
Union
Jal
Melrose
AD. Bates
Eanaune Aeiencodamen
Tri-City Star
Engelie
Morrison
W. C. Hayward
Mississipph Ye
Tri-City
Otter
McClure Co
East 25Th St
N.Y
East 4Th St
W. B. ‘Hender Co
Harrison Street
Bradidon
Iowa
Geo. J. Harker
Magento Temple
Grand Aveand
Grand Avenue
Ar Frey
West Fourth Street
St-Perry Street
Phono Wis
Dr. Alston B. Neal
Manner
California
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