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Newspaper

Tri City Star

Location

Davenport, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1904

Page

5

Alleged cattle thieves held for hearing in Iowa case

James White, alleged gang leader in a large cattle theft, was arrested by Constable Rumsey on a farm near Bug Rock. White faces a preliminary hearing after bonds set around 1500 dollars, with two other suspects captured in Minnesota. Police suspect White masterminded the operation, driving cattle from Scott County to Sundry and then Chicago, while the others aided in shipping and financing.

James White Byron Husvy Bug Rock Rumsey Goo Iuoche Justee Halls Court White McArthur Minmeasota Yaties White Uown Dames White Scott County Chicago Whin Sunbury Jess Folletts Harry Woods Jazl Beatt County Kmoche Warrat Whits Hums Y Male Davyenport Justie Hall Bonis Justice Hall

High Schoolers Prep for Friday Football vs Kewanee

The local high school busies itself with preparations for a Friday football game against Kewanee. Last year Rock Island defeated Kewanee 42 to 5, but Kewanee is regarded as strong in northern Illinois high school athletics.

Kewanee Rock Island

Posse Pursues Tramp Across Buena Vista County

A posse of officers and farmers hunted the tramp who yesterday assaulted the daughter of A. Stetson, a Buena Vista county farmer. Authorities warned a possible lynching after the capture. Weather: Davenport area shows showers and thunderstorms tonight and Wednesday, warmer tonight.

Des Moines Sant A. Stetson Buena Vista County Davenport Vicinity

Rock Island City Council to Resume Tonight’s Meeting

Rock Island city council prepared to reconvene at 7 30 after a crowded public session in which Aldermen debated committee structure and the investigation into water works issues. The council planned to recall City Clerk Shaffer and Waterworks Superintendent Bancroft for testimony and to invite witnesses as needed.

Rock Island O’connor Aruse Anderson Roberts Sexton O'Connor Mone George W. McCaskin Bancroft Mr. Oberg M McCashin Dix. McCaskrin Metter Grein Neola Alderman Wilson Shaffer

Indictments Returned by Scott County Grand Jury Today

Indictments list James Troy and Harry Stevens for larceny. David Sweghart larceny. William Johnson and William Blumson for robbery and assault. John Mashelon and Tony Kopeck for assault. William Durley charged with murder. James McCoy charged with assault and robbery.

Scott County Grand Jury James Troy William Johnson Harry Stevens William Blumson John Mashelon William Durley Tony Kopeck Mar

Bank at New Liberty Closes Doors

The bank at New Liberty, Ta, has been closed since last Friday amid rumors. Citizens hope the closure is temporary and that business will resume in a few days.

BANK New Liberty

Stolen Mats Disposed Of In Davenport

Rock Island police report mats from No 7 scanses stolen last Saturday were sold to a man named Hurtis. He is said to frequent the Tri City Tron Matal company area in Davenport.

Davenport Rock [Island Rock | Island Hurtis Tri-City Tron & Matal D Tvenparr

Condition Still Critical For Lady Curtos in London

London reports Lady Curtos remains in critical condition after a fair night, with her general strength not yet declining though her status is unstable. The brief dispatch notes the seriousness of her health and ongoing concern.

London

Burial Set For Local Burlington Barber Victim

Benjamin F Heathington a barber who died by his own hand in Moline will be buried Wednesday at 9am from Knox undertaking rooms. The service will be led by the Knights of Pythias lodge per request of his brother the St. Louis police chief. Pallbearers expected to participate.

Benjamin F. Heathington Barc Ber Moline Knox’ Undertaking Rooms Knights of Pythias Lodge St. Foo, Mo Barvers

Returned to Pastors Revs Williams and Rutter Reappointed

The Revs. R. B. Williams and J. Wy. Rutter of Rock Island have been returned to their pastorates and the Rev. J. R. Whey was appointed successor to the Rev. J. W. Frizzle as presiding elder in Georgia.

R. B. Wiliams J. Wy. Rutter Rock Lalanid J. R Whey J. W. Frizzellé Elon Ge Me

Reunion of Masons Opens Davenport Scottish Rite Temple

The Davenport reunion of four Scottish Rite branches opened at the Masonic temple with degrees from the fourth through fourteenth to be conferred over three days. Adoniram Lodge of Perfection No. 4 leads ceremonies, with guests arriving by train and a strong program including musical portions and a Rose Croix later in the week.

OF Masons Davenport Masonic Temple Oelock Adonttam Lodge of Perfection Royal Arch of Solomon Nbree Oiers Rae “Todge Adoniram Lodge of Perfection Louis Black Fred Wernent Sammel LT White Orater William DeWitt Wells Amoner Wilber Fisk Fidiar Cornelius J. Brown Claus Stoltenbers Frank Heyward Kincaid Ira Eoland Tabor August EB Othtner Charles Headrey Bashford Trier John Wallace Jamison St. John's Rose Cruin No. 4 Wailate EL Nonagt Edward Espy Aller Louis Morton Marks Wiliam Robert Johnson

Bishop Morrison Discusses Triennial Convention

Bishop Morrison outlines the three year triennial gathering, its two houses the house of bishops and deputized clergy and lay delegates. He notes proposed canons on divorce appellate court provincial division and the need for broad review of church law.

Morrison House of Bishops Tower House Howe of Bishops

New Medical Co Incorporated In Illinois

Springfelit secretary of state issues a license to Incr porte to the Northern Illinois Medical and Missionary association of Moline. Incorporators include Lewis H. Christian, Jay W. Cummings and Jacob Klostér of Chicago. Board expands local independence with a capital stock of 320000 and backing from 1500 Almois supporters. Dr. Edwards remains in charge as debt is paid and reform proceeds.

Springfelit Illiois Medical and Missionad Association Moline Lewis H. Chrisman Jay W. Cummings Jaca Klooster Chicago Bale Creek International Medical and Missionary Soety Bettle Creek 3Id Almois Tocal Association Creer Atu Gore Molina XX. W. Kauble Sheridan Jacob Kloustér H. & Winston Wh. A. Marsh, Jr Aiedo David Pal Gon Hinsvnle Harvey W. Werver Onarga J. W. Cummings

General Chadwick Drowns Off Harbor Heights

Barnstable Mass September reports the drowning of General W B Chadwick of Exeter NHL longtime managing trustee of Phillips Exeter Academy in Harbor Heights channel. His body has not been recovered after bathing accident late last night. He was 40 and a former member of the Governor s staff.

Barnsteble Mass W. P. Chadwick Exeter NHL Philips-Exeter Academy Harbor Heights Ody General Chadwick Generel Charwick Governor's Waft

Rev Marquis To Speak On Martyrs Tonight At Rock Island

The Rev Dr Marquis of Rock Island Broadway Presbyterian plans a sermon series on religious reformers with John Wesley as the opener. A repeat address tonight will be shown with stereopticon views for those who missed last Sunday’s eloquent talk. He will next discuss Cassia Knox Saransiola Martin Luther and others as future subjects and is preparing a summer religious school and synod plans for October 32.

Marquis Rock Island Broadway Presbyterian Church John Wesley Markus Cassia Knox Saransiola Martin Luther

Will paint Kings portrait for House of Commons

Ottawa reports C Forbes RB GA will paint a portrait of King Edward VII for the chamber of the House of Commons. A house petition requested a sitting for Forbes and London dispatches confirm His Majesty granted the request.

Ottawa Sere C. Forbes Edward VII House of Commons Forbes London

Aldermen debate steam heat price and city hall costs

City Aldermen collision over regulating steam heat prices amid rising costs for city hall heating. Debate centers on whether to appoint a committee to inspect heating contracts and building expenses, with figures discussed up to 1200 dollars for hall heating and external building costs. The meeting ends with adjournment.

Baignpore Mayer Philips Siu Mullen Alder Wun Meror Phillips Macrhews Gagol Guul Graured Wada Sai Othe Dawespor Chee & Steam Hearms Company Teslesquite Alderbian Schuck Alderuica Londhoim Alda Qvan Ogden Vase Uutten Algerman Zindboln Ogde T Vogts Moron Vrager DeArmond Alder Nut Vogts Moron Iowa Telephone Company Walsh Neat Council

Fry Bone Bound Over To Grand Jury In Embezzlement Case

The case against Pry for embezzlement moved to the grand jury after completion of a preliminary in Justice Roddewies court. The defendant, de Jondyas, perished during proceedings, and no tests remain reg ther for the trial. The timeline and details are unclear due to damaged text.

Fry Bone GRAND Roddewies de Jondyas Thais

Children cremated in Basdin county tragedy

Mrs. Sept. 27 recounts the cremation of Charles Burd's three children aged 10 to 14 in Basdin county last night AP reports a fatal house fire. The victims include Charles Burd’s offspring, with authorities investigating the blaze and cause.

Charles Burd Basdin

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