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Moline Review Dispatch

Location

Moline, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1898

Page

4

President Publishes Document With Secretaries Listed

A notice states a proclamation published by the President and notes the Secretary is listed as second in the sequence.

Peace Turns Terrorous for American Battleships

The article notes that American battleships have suffered more injuries from peacetime accidents since the war than from enemy action during the war, stating that peace brings dangers as well as war.

Senator West and Hobson Debate Annexation Prudence

A Republican era column notes Lieutenant Hobson faces criticism for escalating action while Senator West opposes annexation. The piece argues West should recall Missouri’s annexation and consider his own Senate seat if his theories hold.

West Missouri United States Senate

Galesburg Debates License Vote on Sil Icons

Petitions circulate with many signatures asking the city council to submit the licensing question to the people in Galesburg.

Galesburg

Chicago Judges Vying for Seventh Circuit Seat

The Chicago Bar association recommends Judge P S Grosscup as successor to the late Judge Showalter for the U S Seventh Circuit. Judge Sears is tipped for Grosscup’s current post. Congressman Dingley remains confident the tariff law suffices for government revenue and public satisfaction with it continues.

P. S. Grosscup Chicago Bar Association Showalter United States Grosscup Chicago Sears Grosseup Dingley

Roosevelts Bid for New York Governorship Sparks Reform Drive

The newly elected Roosevelt aims to become New York governor and makes appointments diverging from the party machine. He pledges to keep his campaign promises, and supporters say the people of New York back his stance.

Roosevelt New York

American Ship Plates Shiped to Ghispow Scotland

A thousand tons of ship plates were sent from Norfolk Virginia to Ghispow Scotland last week. The note asserts American mechanics can match or exceed global quality.

Ghispow Scotland Norfolk Virginia America

Grand Jury Indicts Lexington Officials Over Sunday Liquor Law

A grand jury in Lexington Kentucky indicted the city’s mayor police commissioners and others for failing to enforce Sunday liquor closing laws. The move reflects ongoing tensions over prohibition era regulations as officials faced questions about enforcement and authority in this section. The report notes wider implications for local governance and law enforcement.

Qeevar Lexington Kentucky

If the Apportionment Could Have Been Changed Earlier

The article opines that changing the present congressional apportionment four years ago would have been wise and questions whether the current legislature should act now with only one congressional seat at stake.

Election Timing Debate Amid Census Apportionment

The passage weighs whether to hold an election before apportionment after the new census. It notes Republicans hold a large state majority and have more congressmen. The core question is the advisability of making the change at this moment.

Senator Hoar on Nicaragua canal and foreign land policy

Senator Hoar backs a Nicaragua canal but argues the United States should not acquire foreign possessions. He opposes Philippine land seizure and foreign annexation, urging restraint in overseas holdings.

Hoar Nicaragua United States Philippines

Nevada contest looms for Stewart succession

Senator Stewart of Nevada faces a potential contest as the silver republicans who backed him failed to win a legislative majority. It is doubtful Stewart can command all elected lawmakers. Congressman Newlands opposes him and is believed likely to win.

Stewart Nevada Silver Republicary New Laun

Altgeld Criticizes Mayor Harrison Over Gold Bond Policy

The article notes Altgeld and allies accusing Mayor Harrison of being a gold man for backing a Chicago city council vote to make certain bonds payable in gold. It highlights opposition from silver standard supporters and mentions Altgeld seeking rents in gold and references to FLW and Hurst with mortgages payable in gold.

Altgeld Harrison Chicago Uiity FLW Hurst

Gold vein found while tunneling for Colorado Springs water

A tunnel project to boost Colorado Springs water supply uncovers a rich gold vein potentially among the state’s most valuable. The region, including nearby towns, has long been noted as prime gold areas. The piece notes political issues around cemetery control and Confederate veterans' access to soldiers homes, debating constitutional limits.

Colorado Springs Colorado Bryan

Iowa Democrat Conference Endorses Inclusive Platform

A Des Moines meeting of Iowa Democrats decided to drop free silver as an issue while allowing free silver supporters to back Democratic candidates. The platform may reference silver but will not stress it. W L Bryan’s name was barely mentioned. A A Baker of Davenport attended as a conferee.

Iowa Democrats Des Moines Bryan Aie Baker Davenport

Senator Butler aims Confederate soldiers pension amendment

Senator Butler of North Carolina plans to introduce an amendment to the pension appropriation bill to pay pensions to Confederate soldiers. The move faces constitutional concerns and would not gain broad congressional support. The North seeks honor and rights for veterans without rewarding wartime actions against the nation.

Butler North Carolina Congress North

One Taker and Mortgage Tender Sparks Legal Hallmark

The Michigan Democratic State Committee chairman 1296 advocated the 16 to 1 doctrine. Stephen Baldwin of Detroit paid a $330 mortgage on a farm with 364 silver dollars. Baker refused the tender as not legal tender of full value. Judge Smith ruled the silver tender valid. expected appeal to the U S Supreme Court.

Michigan Democratic State Committee Stephen Baldwin Detroit Baldwin Baker United States Smith United States Supreme Court

Governing the Philippines Seen as Difficult Task Ahead

The writer argues that forming a stable government in the Philippines will be hard, given a history of barbarism and harsh colonial methods. He warns that neglect could invite European interference or tribal warfare, and notes the U.S. alone can provide a stable path forward.

Hose Philippines United States

Christmas Dinner for a Lonely Organist

In a cramped apartment Nan and Dodo plan a Christmas dinner for two lonely women and invite a mystery janitor who turns out to be a young organist from St. Catherine's. He accepts, shares a plum pudding, and a future marriage unfolds as Nan and Dodo learn the truth behind their mistaken assumptions.

Pirla Mies Nan Heywood Doha Chiawoe Istinee Wes Stuna Atlas Makers Dodo Jim Neter Nan Jato Nan Somco Ohurch Christus Domake Luce Dain Sten Mrs. Stone St. Cathchine’s St. Catherine’s Central Park St. Catherina Charley

Christmas greens and mistletoe in folklore and trade

A historical piece traces Christmas greens from Roman Saturnalia to Druids and Anglo Saxon belief. It notes mistletoe and holly origins, their supposed powers, and the rise of a large modern trade including mistletoe production, import patterns, and holly sourcing in the United States and Britain.

Rome

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