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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1882
Page
1
A local notice warns that the date shown on subscription slips reflects the paid period but may be incorrect due to agent dishonesty. It urges delinquents to remit promptly to avoid further issues and emphasizes payment to settle accounts.
A Midwest notes column from Rostrr, Nov 29, reports 14 below zero, illness rising among children, corn and tile making debates, a proposed County Insane Asylum site, a Republican bolting split, and local social updates including Mr M T Kelley purchasing an Andalusia hotel and Mr Womacks returning from North.
In Bowlesburg area miners push development as coal beds near the old town yield large openings. New shafts by Heagy Stoddard and Jamieson lease operations expand capacity while Sam Bowles improves tunnels and banks to boost ventilation and sale routes. A. Store November 29, 1882.
Local business owner requests immediate settlement of numerous small charges including subscriptions advertising and work, to support continuing operations and growth. Signed by Bau Kunnepr expressing respect and urgency.
The Taylor Ridge column reports cats on the move at thirty one cents, Madge Bros. receiving a drain tile shipment, A P Stoddard buying hogs for James Gilmore, and schools resuming with Mr Weeks of Mount Vernon guiding Edgington scholars. Local praise for a new blacksmith and L P Huston of McLean County appears as community updates. Bex. Nov 80, 1889.
Meeers Ellis and J A Allen returned from Dakota last week J W Cowley with his nation wagon in town several days Jas McCall clerking for Fleming Reynolds Rev A Harper preached a Thanksgiving sermon in the M E church A H Wendt moved into upper rooms of new block Rev Morgan presiding elder preached last Sabbath H Trent and wife taking a pleasure trip through the Northwest I Nov 30 Gata eth bee de aan Awd teh neat aatebatte
A. P. Munson, jailed on charges of wife beating, attempted to take his life in the city jail by cutting his throat with a hidden jackknife. He died about one o'clock this afternoon after medical efforts. coroner's inquest finds death by suicide. The article notes years of drink and domestic troubles, with details on arrest, confinement, and the jury verdict.
D C Rem keeps busy with tin work on the Evangelical Lutheran church steeple. He employs a sizable crew and uses Aladdin and Hub Royal heaters along with a Faultless, Bismark range as a sketch of his heating and finishing setup.
Citizens await rail fare from Moline to Chicago as the Rock Inland & Pacifics imitate Chicago Milwaukee St Paul by selling tickets at fifty cents. Residents hope trains bring visitors to Arsenal and local manufactories such as Degres Plow Works Moline Plow Co Moline Wagon Co Barnard Leas Dimock Gould Union Malleable Iron and other firms while warnings about safety and cost linger.
In the case heard before Squire Mapes, Eva Jenkins and Wesley Martin settled after Martin proposed marriage. Martin agreed to pay all costs. Eva’s parents consented to avoid further action. The record notes possible criminal exposure if abortion-inducing evidence exists, while Eva retains some claim beyond the suit.
A father explains to his son that a police officer preserves peace and enforces ordinances but cannot help every situation. The boy questions why officers do not enforce cows at large or arrest a drunken man, and the father admits the dilemma and lack of fees. The conversation ends unresolved.
MarshaL Henderson directs police to enforce a new ordinance against cows found running at large. Citizens plan a vigilance committee and seek three officers per ward to ensure compliance so women and children can walk safely and private property is respected.
The article reports Officer Tom Williams denying that calaboose window lights were broken as claimed. He says two men sought shelter, he housed and locked them in, then forgot to report the incident, noting the night officer was away. He adds the lights had been out all summer and fall, with no breakage at that time.
A new orchestra in Moline forms from members of the Light Guard Band and other musicians, led by Mr. Thos. Boyles. The group, now fourteen instruments strong, held a practice last night and promises high quality local music for patrons, with encouragement expected from citizens.
The coffer dam repairs progress slowly due to deep water. cribs filled with stone secure the structure and work aims to finish quickly. Water will be shut off by tomorrow at noon. Mesers. Bkelsey and Co. retain many workers and hire new men to start as conditions permit. Mesers. EP Reynolds and Co. are, suspending operations on a new service.
A city incident questions police bail authority after a man jailed for drunkenness posted 25 dollars with a officer for window damage. The money went to a magistrate and to the bank, while the victim asks who pays for the window glass and challenges the police force’s release powers.
W M McManus business manager and Chas B Hicks billing chief met in the city to finalize Monday evening plans for Callender's world renowned colored minstrel troupe. The 35 member company includes a brass band and travels in a special car via the CR L & P line arriving at 6:80 p.m. The troupe aims to portray colored life in the South with original productions and promises an entertaining show.
Two drunks held by Officer Tom Williams escaped custody after a cold night in a jail cooler. They broke a window to attract help, leading to talk of a special city appropriation to replace the glass. Officials expect approval by next spring barring any distractions.
The writer urges establishing a Humane Society in the city to combat animal cruelty. He cites repeated abuse of horses, calls for penalties under state law, and notes horses left tethered in freezing conditions without care, stressing immediate need for organized action.
A track laid years ago by the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad for the Moline Plow Co has laid unused due to poor workmanship. Yesterday workers raised the track to grade and improved it. Objections from Wells Street property owners prevent further extension west beyond Keaters yard, leaving the reconstructed track the companys only outlet for now.
A brief note lists numerous friends and names such as Woolsey and Lawrence Rosen tein John Thompson O H Shoe Mrs Bara Eastman and others sending congratulations and gifts to Mr Gro Storr and his wife on a happy event.
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