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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1881
Page
4
Benjamin T Goble of Big Island near Milan is an early locality settler who learned Sauk and Fox language and recalls old neighbors and customs. He plans to continue his memories in two to three months with more reminiscences from other veteran settlers and invites contributions.
Hon John Gould presents figures for the quarter ending December 31 showing 3,272 inmates across four insane asylums the deaf and dumb asylum the blind and other state shelters. Total maintenance cost 201400 with per capita about 61 dollars and yearly near 250 dollars. Majority spends: attendance food clothing fuel and medicines.
The proposed funding bill authorizes the Treasury to issue bonds up to 2000000000 dollars and notes up to 300000000 dollars at five or ten year redeemable terms. It directs depositories and banks to subscribe, limits banker syndicate dates, and envisions 3 percent bonds as primary security after July 1851. National bankers oppose forced substitution of higher rate bonds.
A political clash centers on pensions for Mexican war veterans and alleged perjury by Sun Set Cox. The Rock Islander accuses supporters of rewarding treason while Carter Harrison and allies fail to drum up a Chicago fire anniversary celebration. Ireland’s Lid Leaguers report £75,000 fund raised, reportedly invested in France.
The piece argues Utah polygamy requires strong federal response. It cites US District Attorney Van Zile urging repeal of bigamy statute limits and harsher penalties for polygamous marriages. It calls Congress to officially condemn Mormon practices and enforce stricter marriage laws nationwide.
Notice from Carlisle Pennsylvania records the death of Col James Williamson born in Cumberland County. It notes his long ties to the community, his Presbyterian and Democratic affiliations, and memories of his service as School Director. The piece also covers legislative apportionment debates, inspectors for public money, a railroad commission bill, and statewide railroad investigations pending in Illinois and federal Congress.
A Senate debate contrasts a Monroe doctrine stance with a House report. It argues that U S consent is needed for any inter-oceanic canal project while requiring guidance on rules for foreign participation in canal use.
Our state lawmakers voted themselves a five day vacation to celebrate Washington's birthday, marking a rare break in the legislative session. The move underscores legislative patience and ceremonial tradition as the capital observes the holiday.
Governor Guy St John signed the temperance act prohibiting the manufacture and sale of intoxicants with medical and other exceptions. The law takes effect May 1 and features stringent provisions, affidavits, and penalties. A ceremonial signing occurred in the governor's office with temperance supporters present.
The Tir Palace Hotel in Buffalo, described as the most perfect of its kind in the United States, burned Wednesday. Built three years ago by R V Pierce, a former member of Congress, it cost about half a million dollars and served as entertainment for invalids visiting Dr Pierce's hospital, while remaining open to the public. The loss will be keenly felt by the city.
The Inaugural Military Committee protests Gen Sherman appointing ex Confederate door keeper Gen Field to command a division in the procession. Critics say a rebel commander should not lead marchers unless as a prisoner of war.
Partisans alarmed by the Speaker's new rule for suppressing debate move to oppose it. They warn that what benefits one side may later harm the other and disrupt parliamentary norms.
The United States Direct Cable Company has filed suit to dismantle a telegraphic consolidation. Senator Edmunds serves as chief counsel for the cable interests, signaling a major legal challenge and a formidable attack on the consolidation effort.
Italy and Russia accept the joint invitation of French and American representatives for an April Paris conference. The meeting aims to consider adopting gold and silver as the world monetary standard.
Fifty members of the Boston Produce Exchange will attend the Iowa State Dairymen's Convention in Monticello on the 24th and 25th instant, and the National Butter Cheese and Egg Association meeting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, March 2 to 4. The group includes Beck of Ken Hornside Rhode Island and Logan amid a contentious debate during the lead up.
Charles Francis Brush, born in Cleveland in March 184?, emerges as a prodigy of invention. The article chronicles his schooling, rapid engineering feats, and early experiments, leading to the 1875 electric lighting breakthrough and the Brush dynamo lamp system. It details his laboratory methods, patent strategy, and global impact including London sales and widespread use of Brush lights in industry, parks, mines, and cities, with the Brush Electric Company running full tilt to meet demand.
The Senate appropriated 1500 for a Shadrach Boyd monument at Chester and approved 11150 to A A Glenn for acting governor duties in 1875 and 76. Other actions include 200000 for General Assembly expenses 2009 for the Horticultural Society and a 2 percent tax on telegraph company gross receipts. House actions include Alton residents opposing Hinds bill and an effort to set a 500 salary for legislators with mileage, while Washington events mark the day with Hayes attendance.
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