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Newspaper
Moline Review
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1876
Page
2
The Republican voters of the Sixth Congressional District of Illinois are requested to send delegates to a Republican Congressional Convention to be held at Geneceo, Henry County.
County caucuses are ordered to elect seven delegates to the Republican State Convention. The plan uses one delegate per thirty votes plus fractions of fifteen from the 1872 presidential election. A detailed town by town delegate table is listed and May 18 caucuses are recommended, with Moline and Rock Island at 8 PM. Signed by county central committee members William Jackson et al.
The work involves selecting and acquiring 12 000 to 15 000 volumes yearly through correspondence, auctions, and catalogues to avoid duplication. The Library of Congress conducts extensive exchanges with foreign governments, while the public library’s stores grow through gradual, daily labor.
Buffalo New York hosts a Blaine club with 400 members plans to dispatch a 100 member delegation to the Cincinnati convention. The move signals organized support for Blaine in the Republican gathering.
Michael Schoeffer of Salem Illinois was nominated on Wednesday by the president for chief justice of the Utah Territory. The announcement positions Schoeffer as the leading judicial candidate amid territorial reforms and calls for modernization of the courts.
A fragment indicates Virginia may favor James G Blaine for the presidential nomination with about twenty four delegates backing him. The text hints at support within the state party.
In Mercer County the outlook for a bountiful fruit crop is described as better than ever, with a potential record harvest if conditions remain favorable.
A fragment notes the Rock Island Argus consistently supports Lewis Steward for governor and opposes Washburne, signaling belief that Steward is the rising candidate.
Beveridge voices stance in southern district while Perry and Pratt counties back use. Question remains on Joliet criminals linked to that quarter and potential action.
The report claiming President Grant backs Senator Conkling of New York is false. He has expressed no personal preference and will not use his official influence for any candidate.
George W. Vinton of Moline receives favorable notices from the Rock Island Union and the Chicago Post and Mail for the lieutenant governor race. He is described as one of the state’s best business men.
Barring from the number of candidates who visited Moline in the last two weeks, other sections of the state feel slighted. A candidate for office is described as an omnipotent, if not omniscient, figure in local commentary.
The Odd Fellows of Northern Illinois plan an anniversary observance in Rockford on Wednesday April 29. Citizens prepare for one of the largest crowds ever seen in the state to attend the event.
Cyrille Dion defeated Rudolphe in a four ball caroe game of billiards in New York last Friday, winning 1500 points to 392. Dion now holds the champion diamond cue after 18 games played since 1860.
Since their Hippodrome ministry began, Moody and Sankey have sent eight persons to the insane asylum, as reported from New York.
White county delegates chose Thos. 5. Ridgway for governor at the Republican convention held Saturday. Hamilton county followed suit, signaling broad support and a strong showing for Ridgway at the state convention.
In Chicago on Tuesday the decency and reform platform won decisively. Hoyne was elected mayor by more than 21,000 votes, with other officers mostly ahead 5,000 to 6,000. The entire Republican ticket won except for Lipe.
The article denies any authority for a rumor that General Schenck will be sent to London as minister to England. It also states the Emma Mine investigating committee will exonerate Schenck from any fraudulent intent in the Emma mine deal.
Chicago mayor N D Colvin issues a defiant response to the citizens committee from a mass meeting. The article notes calls to reassert prerogatives and hints at political maneuvering around L M Haverstick's clerkship, with supporters urging votes to back his preferred choice.
The world champion pedestrian O Leary plans an 84 mile challenge through Centennial buildings. He expects to finish in about 20 hours, while others would take roughly two weeks to cover the same distance.
Telegram to the Chicago Tribune reports a strong Beveridge surge in Joliet with 1,408 of 1,500 inmates favoring his gubernatorial nomination. The share reflects nearly all the available inmate backing for the candidate in that facility.
Fragmentary OCR notes show mentions of managers and representatives before a United State body on a Monday. The readable portion lacks clear event or outcome details to identify a concrete news item.
The statement hails Hon. J.T. Browning as an indefatigable and influential legislator candidate, noting his tireless work ethic and constant presence at his post to serve the county.
The Indiana State Democratic convention met in Indianapolis on Wednesday and, after a stormy session, nominated Governor James P. Williams for governor lieutenant governor Isaac P. Gray judges of the supreme court H. Buskirk A G Downey John Pettit James L. Worden secretary of state John E. Neff auditor of state E Henderson treasurer Benjamin C. Shaw attorney general C H Buskirk.
Hon. Benjamin F. Wade states in a letter that he did not seek the delegate post but will work earnestly to secure Gov. Hayes's nomination. He says Hayes has no better ally in the convention and he would have declined the honor had he been present.
The Brazilian emperor, visiting the United States, declines formal reception by Secretary Fish to show he wishes to travel as a private gentleman. The article argues for respectful, non mobbing treatment, preserving dignity for both the monarch and the private citizen.
The Dun, Barlow & Co. commercial circular reports 2,806 failures in the first quarter, totaling $64,000,000 liabilities, compared with 1,872 failures and $48,750,000 liabilities in the same quarter a year earlier. The quarter from 1875 shows a smaller increase of 401 failures over the prior quarter, with a $6,000,000 drop in total liabilities.
Democratic State Central committee met in Springfield with fourteen districts present and adopted a plan to hold two Illinois conventions. The first on June 22, 1876 to select delegates to the National Democratic convention in St. Louis on June 27, and a second later to nominate a state ticket. Representation based on votes for S S M Etter in 1874, one delegate per 500 votes and one per 250 votes fraction for each county.
The piece argues Gen Babcock faces indictment for complicity in a notorious safe burglary conspiracy. It asserts public evidence is weak and notes his associations with those tied to fraud and destroying evidence. It questions the promised explanation about the Foscrte teams and suggests skepticism about forthcoming clarification.
Judge Hilton as executor of A T Stewart estate vows to continue employing all 9600 workers to preserve their self respect and support families. He explains it is better to provide work than paupers cash, and commits to completing the Working-woman’s home project and Garden City plans while maintaining the business.
The River and Harbor appropriation bill faces criticism for funding waterway projects in West Virginia while neglecting major trade routes. Critics warn the measure was rushed by uninformed lawmakers, risking political fallout in upcoming elections. An investigation into Mississippi state election fraud is approved, with prospects of impacting congressional seats if proven.
An evening gathering erupts as Ben Hill rises to remark, unsettling Confederate lawmakers who fear provocative comments. Rumors swirl about Blaine’s enemies and a cited 1876 Union Pacific funds dispute, quickly rebutted by letters from Blaine and the railroad’s Boston treasurer denying improper dealings.
A fragmented Rock Island county item questions why a citizen claim should be recognized by the Republican convention. The text references Mrs George W Winter and other local figures, noting uncertain support and the need for fair treatment within the party process.
A Moline Illinois reader invites the town's women to obtain The Women's Journal from library reading rooms. She highlights a new serial in the April 8 issue and an article in April 18 issue, praising the publication as engaging and beneficial for thinking minds.
Cambridge Chronicle criticizes the Rock Island Argus for defamation linking reckless reporting to a man’s killing. The piece argues the tragedy stems from newspapers’ treatment of personal reputation and urges reform in press conduct.
Chas W. O'Neil of Rock Island announces his candidacy for the State's Attorney office subject to the decision of the Republican Convention dated April 4 1876 in The Review.
J L Perkins and J W Morey announce candidacies for Rock Island County Sheriff subject to Republican County Convention decisions dated April 5 1876 from Mourne Texas.
Two candidates announce themselves for the office of Clerk of the Circuit Court. L. F. Harson of Roux Island and M. Wheeler of Montgomery offer candidacies to party supporters, dated April 11, 1676 and 3876 respectively. The notices request Republican convention backing and public support.
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