Moline Review of Dispatch Davin Davies on Republican support
Davin Davies in a speech urged voting to back the Republican committees and to sustain President Arthur's administration. He favored keeping all offices between parties and called for fair treatment and cooperation. Senator Edmonds discussed committee continuance as the Forty-seventh Congress meets after the president's death.
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Davin Davies
Arthur
Edmonds
David Davis
Harris
Coness
Cody
Tessa Synatis
Shaner Nias
Athough
Ile
Map of frater route shows canal extension to Mississippi
A posted office map by the Tumnois and Mississippi River and Canal Improvement Company outlines a proposed Hennepin Ca thal extension to the Mississippi. It argues a 500 mile Illinois and Michigan canal extension from Chicago to St Paul would create a continuous water route to the Atlantic, urging Congress action this winter and urging Moline and local business leaders to back the project.
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Tumnois and
Congress
Moline
Novel expedition of British drummers aims to conquer world markets
A new venture assembles a shipload of British commercial drummers and samples to visit every seaport where trade happens. The voyage time hinges on business, with stops in New York, Philadelphia, Boston, and Baltimore likely to spur inland raids and markets.
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England
Iondon
Liverpool
New York
Philadelphia
Boston
Baltimore
President’s address satisfies many while factions seek clearer policy
Public reaction is mixed as some express disappointment that the President did not state a distinct policy. Republicans largely feel he intends to ignore party factionalism and avoid provoking dissension, praising his restraint.
Deputy sheriff blocked at stage in Philadelphia theater
While Fanny Davenport performed at Walnut Street Theatre a deputy sheriff jumped onto the stage to serve a notice in suits brought by Anna Dickerson. He was promptly bounced into the street.
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Fanny Davenport
Walnut Street
Philadelphia
Anna Dickingon
New Hampshire bans under twelve employment in factories
Tan Sta of New Hampshire enacted Siena Kich prohibiting employment of any child under twelve in any manufacturing establishment. The law allows work only during regular school vacations and takes effect on New Year’s Day.
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Tan Sta
New Hampshire
Siena Kich
Dr Talmage Debate on Hell Cited as Proof in Argument
A fragment notes a confrontation where Rev. Dr. Talmage argues that there is a hell and asserts knowledge it exists, describing the exchange as part of a larger discussion.
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Dr. Talmage
Ex Senator Frremuysen Faces Loss Over Newark Tank Failure
Former senator Fr The Newark tank project ends in a $2009 loss as financial plans collapse and officials face scrutiny. Community leaders and local organizations react to the setback amid ongoing investigations and budget concerns.
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Frrinemuysen
Newark
Senate measures and Guiteau trial updates
The Senate discussed bills on North Dakota statehood postal steamship routes and public education funding. President Garfield death anniversaries, constitutional clarifications, and the judiciary committee inquiry were debated as the Guiteau trial proceeded with testimonies and courtroom exchanges.
Senate actions and memorials tied to Garfield death and polygamy debates
The Chair appointed Senators Sherman and others to prepare a memorial on President Garfield's death. Proceedings from the Reformed Episcopal Church Convention regarding polygamy were submitted and referred. Various senatorial measures cover public buildings in Quincy and Peoria, land allotments, pensions for multiple wars, And to enable New Mexico statehood, with a study on agricultural prices abroad. A special committee on woman suffrage was referred.
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Sherman
Pendleton
Dawes
Lapham
Bayard and Mahone
Garfield
Reformed Episcopal Church Convention
New York
Logan
Quincy
Illinois
Linktoe
United Peering
Davis
West Virginia
Call
Peoria
Ingalls
New Mexico
Allison
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad
Thief Burke Linked to $117,000 Rail Bonds Theft Arrested
Wm Burke alias Chas H Page was arrested in Buffalo for stealing $117,000 in railroad bonds owned by D P Ellis of the Commercial National Bank of Cleveland. He was nabbed at an express office while asking for a suit of clothes. He and two accomplices ordered Cleveland suits sent to Buffalo. The bonds may be in the others possession. Burke is described as a Chicago native and a professional banknote thief.
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Wm. Burke
Chas. H. Page
Buffalo
D.P. Ellis
Commercial National Bank of Cleveland
Express
Cleveland
Pom
Chicago
Big Island
Nels Palmquist
Happy Hollow
Palmquist
Alfred Celene
Tax Gate Stirs Debate Over Wabash Work
A brief item notes dispute over funding and construction work related to the Wabash project. Officials and residents weigh costs, benefits, and timelines as the issue unfolds.
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Tax Gate Oe
Wabash
Organ to Crown Swedish Lutheran Church Concert Next Friday
The Swedish Lutheran church installs a grand new organ after six months of work by the Moline Pipe Organ Company. The instrument features 28 stops 29 pedals and 3 composition pedals with 1250 pipes the largest 16 feet long. A concert is planned for next Friday evening as officers approved the schedule and Norling begins frescoing tomorrow. The firm also works on organs for other churches while negotiating a contract for a three-manual instrument.
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Moline Pipe Organ Company
Episcopalian
Quincy
Des Moines
Baptist Church
Sioux City
Norling
Request for Library Hall Reception and Mayor Wheelock Portrait
The writer asks why a reception cannot be held in the revised library hall as many would visit. Ladies could organize an event and a notable picture for the library is desired. The piece praises Mayor Wheelock for his gift of the library rooms and as a self made example worth displaying.
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Wheelock
Civil Marriage Vocation Decline Noted
The fragment hints a civil marriage issue and related dispute. Key names, dates, or places are unclear, but the text suggests a legal or civic proceeding concerning marriage rights or recognition.
City Council Minutes 1881 Session Briefs
City Council meets December 1881 with Mayor, all Aldermen present. Pro tem I E Fish acts due to clerk’s illness. Finance committee approves and files multiple reports and bills. Discussion includes Rock River bridge coal transport, sidewalk petitions, gas lighting expansion, and a proposed sewer system plan. Council adjourns to December 7, 1881.
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Andjall
Fish
Bridgetender
Gould
Rock River Bridge
R. Mansill
Narrow Antes Railroad
C.J. Carlson
State Street
Railroad Avenue
Tillinois Street
Ptterson
Hawk Hollow Ditch
First Street
Reeve Lyite
Tees
Freeuiston
Andrew J. Burgland
High Street
Knox
Wessel
Il Hat
Okerberg
Central Avenue
C W. Lobdell
Lobdell
Gas Light Co
Alderman Woodward
Fire and Water Committee
Molline Wagon Co
Rosebrough
Wood
J. M. Gould
Public Library Board
W A. Sloan
Samuel Gault
Levi Cralle
Fred Asterlund
W. E. Stevens
Robert Malcomme
Woodward
Main Street
Bass
Atkison
Atkison Street
Ann
Dean
L. E. Fisu
Remembering Katie Stoughton A Tribute to a Young Life Lost
A heartfelt tribute recalls Katie Stoughton sixteen, loved by family and classmates, as pallbearers lay her to rest. The piece honors her cheerful presence, notes her maturity, and laments her early death from illness. It closes with reflections on rest and reunion in the afterlife.
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Katie Stoughton
Nevermore
Lily
Katie
Katee
Ender
Bridge Report: Rock Island November 1881
Abstract record for the Rock Island bridge covering the month of November 1881. Details include traffic, tolls, repairs, and maintenance notes observed during the period. Reports emphasize structural status, channel conditions, and standard operating procedures for crossing times and safety.
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Rock Island
Store chief cites 74 percent trade gain since took charge
Cuartes Vangreen replies to Svea Commercial Union criticism noting no noticeable dissension and claiming membership unchanged while trade rose 74 percent under his management. He says such dissatisfaction is welcome.
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Eptror
Svea Commercial Union
Arizona and Nevada Railroad Formation Aimed at Callville Line
A new railroad company named the Arizona and Nevada Railroad and Mining Company is formed to build a line from Callville with possible extensions. The act directs framing of the initial project and outlines future expansion based on feasibility and approval.
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Irw
Arizona and Nevada Railroad
Callvile
Free Speech Battles Liquor Interests in Moline
In a Dec 5 1881 dispatch from Moline residents denounce saloon owners and Capt Timms liquor faction. They vow to defend a free press and free speech against a bulldozing conspiracy, urging readers to stand with the Dispatch and oppose liquor selling interests.
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Timm
Merry
Little
Disratcn
McDuff
Paci
Sampson
Moline
Unpaid Bartenders Union Debt Sparks Public Dispute
An Ephor Dispatch letter signed J. H. M. argues the Bartenders Union debt was incurred by a single contractor not connected to the union. The writer challenges any claims against union employees and urges J. H. M. to clarify his position while noting funds shortages and an assessment that many paid.
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Baltesive Ees Union
Alf
Jas
H. F.J
Rock Island or Moline Name For Consolidated City Questioned
The piece argues over whether Rock Island or Moline should be the name of a future consolidated city. It notes the geographic and historic ties of Rock Island and the rising prominence of Moline, with the courthouse planned between them as a central hub. It also discusses manufacturing branding, railroads, and prospects for growth in both cities.
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Tur
Rock Island
Moline Shail
Muinseissippi Valley
Roca Island
Mounda
Therava
Roukland
Moune
Mills
Moline
Moine
Woorkimmen’s Home Sign Sparks Temperance Push
The piece notes a sign associated with Woorkimmen’s Home aiding a temperance society that initiated 14 members and received 32 applications. It compares with Hell Gate Hall on Long Island Sound and a Duluth saloon with a “New Revision saloon” sign, suggesting new adulteration or gimmickry by proprietors.
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Woorkimmen's
Temperance Society
Hell Gate
Long Island Sound
Hell Gate Hall
Duluth
Tragic shooting at Greenfield parish parsonage
David McMillan shot Father McCarthy at the Greenfield Mass parish house after ringing the doorbell on a Saturday night. The priest died from two gunshot wounds, and authorities investigated the fatal attack.
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David McMillan
Father McCarthy
Greenfield
Mass
McMillan
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