Tag Archives: St. Mary’s Catholic Church

A Christmas “Fowl” on West 6th Street

Posted on December 17, 2015 by SCblogger

While the holiday season is known for its colorful lights and joyful atmosphere, many of us find the hustle and bustle to be a little stressful as well. While we like to imagine that holidays past were more peaceful, we … Continue reading →

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The West Side Railroad Ghost

Posted on October 31, 2013 by SCblogger

Stories of ghostly lights on railroad tracks may be found all around the United States, and Davenport is no different. In January 1876, the Davenport Daily Gazette covered the adventures of our own ghostly railroad specter. It may have been … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day, 1869 — A Tradition is Born

Posted on March 17, 2008 by SCblogger

  Ahh, St. Patrick’s Day. The wearin’ o’ the green is surely a celebration at its finest! Davenport has a long tradition of observing this delightful day as evidenced in the March 18, 1869 edition of the Davenport Daily Gazette. … Continue reading →

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