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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1882
Page
3
The Molline Review Dispatch notes corn priced at a dollar per bushel in New York after a corn cornea event. It also cites St Joe Herald quoting Democrats clinging to a belief the Republican party is dead. GEN Skiman reportedly refuses to monetize his military record for politics, stating he would obey orders if summoned.
The text argues the Democrats will control twenty two states and could influence the presidency if voters fail to elect one. It criticizes party dynamics and predicts continued Republican influence unless a Democratic victory occurs.
The column criticizes the Louisiana State Lottery and Commonwealth Distribution Co for printing ads on a Sunday page. It argues the lottery business is disreputable and demoralizing and would reject gambling advertisements similarly to other vices.
An important gathering of mayors, council representatives and others will convene in Springfield on December 7 to discuss united action for advancing the state's road law. The group aims to push for better town and country roads with an expectation the Legislature acts next winter.
The grand jury ruled John A Cockerill editor of the Dust Jax patch acted justifiably in shooting Col A Woslay about a month ago. Cockerill remains a free man and no further action is anticipated in the case.
The remains of Thurlow Weed arrived in Albany on Saturday and a brief funeral service was conducted at St. Peter's church. The procession proceeded to Rural Cemetery where the vault received the casket as minute guns fired. Thousands came to view the statesman and journalist.
The President directs removal of prominent officials tied to the star route cases after Attorney General Brewster’s lengthy report. District Attorney Bliss supports the action in a letter to the President. A Public Printer may push Congress to add a litho and engraving studio to the Government Printing Office to improve government publications and timing.
Chicago Herald reports ongoing freight and passenger rate cuts among Northwestern roads as Vanderbilt and Rock Island interests maneuver to control the Chicago Minneapolis St Paul & Omaha line. Key moves target stock influence, board control, and potential takings from Chicago to Rock Island Cedar Rapids and beyond.
Written proposals discuss building a waterway named the Michigan and Mississippi Canal from La Salle to the Bureau Valley, following the Illinois River and Greene River to Rock River with locks to manage water rise. Proponents argue it would unite commerce across half the United States and favor Rock River’s mouth for river and canal traffic. Burs Foster, Mescating, La., Nov 14.
The steamer Wisconsin rescued three men from the wreckage of the schooner Collingwood bound from St Helena Michigan to Chicago. The vessel split in two after waterlogging in Thursday's gale. Captain Milletts drowned saving money. Jacob died after drifting. two sailors and a boy remain missing. Theargo valued at 1000.
The congressional Mississippi River committee heard pilots and river men describe cut offs crevasses and shifting channels from Natchez to the gulf. J Whipple Louisville pilot said Clam point and Delta works won’t protect banks and low water depths limit navigation between Memphis and Oxford. Captains Leathers and Camden recalled decades on the river and linked jetties levees and outflow schemes to higher water and sediment deposits affecting navigation. The Mississippi commission arrives today and will likely hear testimony.
The Postmaster General announced a contract with Leo Ebriich of St Louis for a combined letter sheet and envelope with embedded stamp. The unimprinted patent lettersheet will sell at 2 1 and 8 1 cents, is lickable and sealable, and may ship 1000 for 2 to 4 dollars.
Chicago reports Phelps Dodge Palmer wholesale house faced a ten month long systematic theft totaling 30 000 to 40 000 possibly more. Traveling salesmen and trusted employees forged orders from fictitious firms or dissolved firms, shipped double orders, and had duplicates billed to the company. Augustus and John M Wells were held to the Criminal Court in 15 000 bonds amid a broader conspiracy case. The firm members remain silent as court action proceeds.
The President, on the Attorney General report, removes Marsh Chas E Henn Postmaster D B Ainger Assistant Postmaster Dr M Parker M D Helm Congressional Record foreman Geo E Spencer Union Pacific Commissioner for alleged interference with ends of justice in Star route trials. Offices to be filled immediately to avoid public-service interruption. Marshal’s suspension postponed until successor named.
A Map butcher from Providence faced a curious repayment when a spiteful customer cleared a $62 debt with pennies. The tiny coins barely filled a water bucket and reportedly weighed forty seven pounds.
Report states Commissioner Raum may advocate cutting internal revenue taxes to keep annual government income around 100 million dollars. The President opposes full abolition but supports relief for taxpayers and a tax reduction with tobacco, distilled spirits, and manufacturers’ taxes targeted. The Cabinet agrees, with focus on whisky and tobacco taxes to aid supervision and prevent fraud. The plan hinges on avoiding reliance on import duties and seeks tariff revision to meet debt and expenses.
The New York Times recounts harsh public reaction to Oscar Wilde after his New Year arrival. Readers describe him as a bore and a repulsive figure, citing petty demands, unpaid cab fares, and a habit of leveraging friends for favors.
In a four column letter Senator Logan rebuts Grant's defense of Fitz John Porter. He catalogs orders and letters, rebuts fatigue excuses, and cites counterexamples where similar orders led to victories. Logan condemns Porter’s disobedience, defends Porter at Garfield and Hunter, and questions Lincoln's approval.
A Belleview explosion injures a miner Forsythe and his family after he brings dynamite home for fishing. The blast kills the five year old, wounds his wife and two other children, and shatters the house. Forsythe nearly attempts suicide before friends intervene.
Reported series of violent attacks in Dublin includes juror Dennis Field stabbed in Frederick Street and later dying from six wounds. Bailiff Thos Mallon wounded in Gardines Street as new arrests are announced. An attempted rescue at Jervis Hospital ends with mob dispersal as police reinforce the area.
London reports a north Scotland railway crash from Macduff to Fynie Aberdeen Shire. Fourteen killed and many injured as carriages wrecked though the engine survived.
In Washington on November 24, Administration officials and Commissioner Raum weigh tax cuts. The President favors abolishing all internal revenue taxes except tobacco, distilled spirits, and liquor manufacturing taxes, proposing a levy reduction aimed at lowering annual government revenue toward about 100 million dollars.
In Springfield Maine a damages trial over a young woman’s death cites conflicting testimony on a broken collar bone. One doctor attempted a post mortem to support his claim, while two others contradicted him. A cemetery exhumation was conducted to substantiate the testimony, with a witness initially bribed and now near full disclosure.
A husband, sent by his wife to buy mottoes, becomes drunken and buys a heap of signage. He returns with tags like Hands Off and Look Out for the Locomotive. The wife later selects her own, and upon waking, he sees a wall placard reading Hum Did It and warnings Death In the Cup and Shun the Bowl. He vows not to drink again.
Dick Ruth and Annie Roberts, both youths aged sixteen, fled Mason City Monday night and were found at Minier after walking thirty five miles. Ruth dressed in a frock to disguise himself as the girl. Annie reports repeated punishments by her teacher and indifference from her adopted parents before the escape. Ruth pledged to support her as they planned a place to stay.
Weeks before his death Thurlow Weed spoke of a presentiment he would die soon. A white dove, kept as a pet for years, perched by his bed and chair, providing comfort until the bird’s death deeply distressed him. He recalled ancient belief that doves guard the dying.
Henn Von Bismarck, angered by a shoemaker’s broken promises, sent messengers to demand readiness. Each inquiry—Are Herr Von Bismarck's es ready, then boots ready—went out at ten minute intervals until the boots were finally completed, teaching the shoemaker a hard lesson about punctual service.
Bentleysville Pa resident Richard Huffman reports a sudden restoration to health after a miraculous cure. He states he was not surprised by his healing and notes mixed public skepticism despite strong faith.
A San Francisco man who vanished reappeared and asked that his oath be honored by a legal resurrection. The court, noting the anomaly, annulled the proceedings that had treated him as dead and ended his earthly existence.
Tur directors decide to stop the Oregon Shortline at Boise City and refuse further extension toward Portland.
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