Tag Archives: Elections

The Annexation Vote of 1957

Posted on November 5, 2012 by SCblogger

At the municipal election on November 5th, 1957, the citizens of Davenport voted on a proposal to annex two separate areas totaling 28 square miles to the City of Davenport. The first area covered 11 square miles west of the … Continue reading →

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When Opportunity Knocks . . .

Posted on August 16, 2010 by SCblogger

It is August in the Midwest and we all know without a doubt that the weather around here can be brutal (Heat Wave: 1936).  There’s no need to dwell on the heat or the humidity. So today’s post will avoid the topic … Continue reading →

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The Freaks and Follies of a Frontier Life II

Posted on December 26, 2007 by SCblogger

Or, the finale to the slightly shady story of how Davenport became the county seat.  Part Two: The Election(s)  The 1837 legislature had made an effort to appoint county seats, but it was discovered that bribery had heavily influenced the nominations, so … Continue reading →

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