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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1903
Page
4
The Hampton township highway commissioners advocate locating vast railroad shops east of Moline and Rock Island to boost tax value and employment. The plan foresees locomotive and car fabrication, stockyards, and a rival city to Moline, with improved roads and public works funded by new tax revenue.
The governor, a Methodist, denounces dancing card games and theatre as societal dangers. He told an inauguration ball and state charity board event that such amusements erode civilization and that his stance has earned approval mainly from outside the church. He says he has resisted worldly temptations to set a moral example for his children.
He states his position has wide support beyond church members, surprising those who believed opposition to certain amusements existed only among a small group within the church.
The Davenport saloons plan to continue violating state law on closing time after Bishop Cosgrove announced limited aims and will. Critics warn that irksome tolerance leads to wider violations and erodes reforms from the past three months.
A bill to provide free textbooks for all public school pupils is introduced. Directors would select books, contract five years with publishers, and bond to supply at the lowest nationwide price. Textbooks would belong to the board and be reused by future classes, reducing changes and treasury costs.
The writer argues Grover Cleveland will not be a factor in 1904 politics and doubts his renomination. He notes Cleveland’s administration had merits but recalls hard times from free trade policies. The piece says nominating Cleveland would ease Republican efforts, while Bryan’s stance nuances Cleveland’s standing.
The speaker notes no invitation would be accepted if Mr. Cleveland attended while Mr. Bryan has diminished in influence. The two men symbolize party extremes, with the bulk of the party and public growing tired and wishing both retire from politics.
Southern Republicans oppose Roosevelt over appointing colored people to office, aiming to control offices themselves. Some argue the clash stems from fears of black influence in the party, while others claim southern Democrats support Republicans in name only. The piece notes a broader tension between party control and racial dynamics in the region.
The proposed federal bill seeks to curb adulterated foods by forcing clear disclosure of adulteration, preventing interstate shipping of tainted goods, and requiring true names on market releases. It notes state laws vary and argues federal action can standardize safeguards, with the bill passed the House and before the Senate ready for quick passage.
The license committee, led by a cautious chairman, is accused of blocking any local option liquor bill. Critics say the setup favors opposition to temperance laws, despite strong public sentiment supporting regulation and local choice on liquor sales.
A relief effort in the city aims to aid famine sufferers in northern Sweden and Finland. Local Swedes and descendants are urged to support the movement, believing many families in the region face hardship and require assistance.
The author laments famine in northern Sweden where crops fail and cattle die. With bark and meager flour used, starvation looms as relief from Illinois and other states cannot quickly arrive. Swedish lodges and churches aid, but a mass meeting Friday is urged to raise funds, aiming to mobilize a citywide canvass and large contribution.
Miners agree to a two percent advance instead of the demanded twenty percent. Public support shifts away from another winter confrontation as operators also favor a fair rise. Citizens accept higher coal costs to avoid repeated labor strife and seek to rest from the season’s battles.
The piece cites a Leslie's Weekly list claiming Democratic electors could win if all states voted, naming New York and Nevada among others. It argues the slate is weak, noting New Jersey Rhode Island and New York as the only potential paths, and predicts an eventual Republican victory regardless of candidate.
A bill modeled on last session's measure vetoed by the governor and providing township level school consolidation will be presented this winter. The proposal is praised by the state superintendent and progressive leaders as a major advance in state school law.
A proposed bill would let weaker districts vote to levy funds for transporting pupils to centralized schools without forcing consolidation. The move aims to improve rural education, support kindergarten adoption, and let voters decide at the coming election.
A bill seeks to raise lawmakers pay to 2000 dollars while critics doubt the need and question the value of the current crop of candidates. The measure would not affect incumbents since pay increases can occur only after a term ends.
Discussion centers on moving Missouri's capital from Jefferson City to St Louis due to perceived immorality in the capital. Prohibition candidate Dr Brooks spurred agitation. Resulting actions include saloons closing at legal hours and gambling rooms tightening controls in Jefferson City. Springfield and Rock Island are cited as examples of broader state conditions.
The board of education reports that by year end the district will have used about half of next year’s funds. Garfield school costs are funded from current moneys with no bonds, causing draws and temporary loans to cover deficits. Bonded debt stands at 83,900 and will be 79,600 after July.
John G Mannheim a veteran South Rock Island gardener died at noon Thursday after two and a half years of liver trouble. He was born in Wittenze Germany and came to the United States in July. He married Miss Mary Lee in Pennsylvania. Surviving are four children Phillip Thomas Phin Marshall Sweedalt son of Mr and Mrs Phillip Thomas died recently after pneumonia. Rudolph Norton died after a long illness at 1411 Eleventh Street. Funeral services for various relatives were held, with several deaths including Ruth Maria Nordstrom and Warren Mabie noted amid offerings and condolences. The obituary records multiple family deaths and hometowns, reflecting a busy period of bereavement in the community.
A customer letter from Mrs. Franklin Freeman of Dover New Hampshire reports cure of catarrh with Ely's Cream Balm. Marcus G Shantz of Rahway New Jersey sent product. first application brought relief and no irritation. Sold by druggists for 50 cents or mailed from Ely Brothers New York.
Miss Margaret Pierr is away on a visit to friends at Peoria and expects to be absent for several days. Mrs Pierr remains at home.
A collage of market prices for corn oats timothy upland coal hardwood and dairy items appears alongside an advertisement praising Mrs. Austins Buckwheat and Pancake Flour for winter breakfasts. The fragmentary text lists price entries and promotional copy.
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