Prospect Park

In 1911 the Tri-City Railway Company as part compensation for valuable franchise grants in Moline deeded Prospect Park to the city, reserving only a right of way for a line when the time comes that the company will wish to extend south to Rock River, will probably be in the very near future. This is a beautifully wooded tract in South Moline, its southern boundary being the city limits, from the hill tops of which a fine view of Rock river and valley may be obtained. The grassy, shady hill sides encircle a lake in which swimming is a popular sport.

Here are also ideal spots for picnics. Much of the city's park appropriation of 1912 was expended on this park, and to excellent purpose. A new concrete foundation was laid for the pavilion and other improve­ments were made. A lunch room is soon to be established in the basement of the pavilion. A new bathhouse, a better bathing beach and better lighting are also to be provided.

An acre of ground at the head of Fourteenth street bill, owned by the city, has been set out with trees and flowers , and has been named Observatory Park because from this point an excellent panoramic view may be had of the city and the "Great River."

 

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