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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1881
Page
5
The People’s Convention at Rock Island nominates Hauberg for sheriff amid factional clashes. Republicans claim victory as J F Ankrum is urged to win. Other items note debates over De Lesseps canal, Grant retirement, and railroad land pricing.
The piece praises Ankrum as a humble, diligent man with police and deputy sheriff experience. It notes strong party support and outside votes, highlighting his calm, steady conduct, readiness to lead, and belief he would be an energetic, prudent official if elected in the special election.
The Secretary of State licensed the Ineie Sulky Plow Works with capital of 330000 dollars and the Blanche Silver 4ing Company of Chicago with capital listed as part of the filing.
James G Faur a Nevada millionaire is elected United States Senator as a Democrat. Gen Jehf F Miller a Republican is elected United States Senator from California. Thirty eight Senate candidates are presented to the Pennsylvania Legislature. Hawkins a Republican is declared Governor of Tejeee Plaisted of Maine. Ohio Democrats will vote for Thurman for Senator. Mr Plat may receive the Republican nomination for New York Senate. The 3 percent funding bill remains under discussion in the House. Efforts seek to elevate the agricultural department to cabinet status. The Senators renew debate on the franking privilege.
Newly elected state officers were inaugurated in Springfield on Monday. Governor Cullom, the first in the state to succeed himself, delivered the inaugural address. National Guard regiments attended. oath was administered by Judge Dickey at the State House. Lieut. Gov. Shuman gave a brief valedictory and introduced his successor John M. Hamilton. The governor hosted a reception at the executive mansion.
In the Senate on Monday Mr Logan introduced a bill to authorize the appointment of General Grant on the retired list of the army with the rank and full pay of General of the Army. The President may recall him for active duty in emergencies and assign him to any command matching the rank. Referred to the Committee on Military Affairs.
The Post Master General sent a communication to the House accusing prominent Democratic Senators and Representatives of wholesale erotic privilege violations during the late Presidential canvass. It was twice presented but Democrats adjourned to block its spread on the record.
Tur Commission members held a tense meeting on Tuesday over World’s Fair arrangements in New York. High words ensued and Mayor Cooper offered his resignation, which was accepted.
A garbled entry notes a payment of six thousand units connected to an ice or similar item. The scattered text mentions Chae Cincitinat and a last week reference, but specifics are unclear. The fragment preserves names and figures without clear context or outcomes.
A speaker extols a workingman as honest, hardworking, and faithful to his family, urging votes for a fellow workingman to prove union sympathy while warning against prejudice from others' faults. The speaker notes suspicion may mask true character.
The Mississippi Valley Manufacturers Mutual Insurance Co was incorporated June 16 1880 with headquarters in Rock Island. secretary Wm B Ferguson reports assets of 319485 cash 420000 furniture 12714483 notes 14092524 liabilities 1500 unadjusted loss and a 120426 surplus. The article notes 312 members and cites an upcoming annual meeting January 12. It also includes political commentary unrelated to the insurer.
The Chicago weekly Tur Herald of Freedom and Light, advocating liquor interests, misstates members of the 21st District in supporting temperance. It labels Patrick O Mara as a liquor dealer, and mocks James Simonson and others while forecasting the Hinds Bill’s future fate.
The unofficial inauguration committee extends an invitation to civil and other associations nationwide to participate in the inaugural parade. Acceptances should be sent promptly to H. C. Corbin, Assistant Adjutant General, U.S. Army, Corresponding Secretary, with expected attendee counts.
The President nominates Nathan Goff Jr of West Virginia for Secretary of the Navy and the Senate confirms. Goff, a former Union Army colonel with a strong war record, serves only until March 4 unless Garfield reappoints him.
Hon. Joan A. Kassin of Iowa is pressed for Speaker by Western Republicans while Mr Hiscock of New York is urged by Eastern members. Support for Gen Henderson is urged to present his claims. With the legislature opening, taxpayers expect steady work and quality legislation, not filler.
Fire at Neil Lippat Co. in Lancaster Ba destroyed bent wood works causing 30000 dollars in losses and leaving 100 workers jobless. Passaic water power burst causing 30000 dollars damage and widespread layoffs. Newark boiler explosion killed three men and two horses and shattered buildings. Allentown rolling mill boiler killed 13 men. Newport rail wreck killed an old lady and wrecked four cars.
The Cambridge Chronicle notes Roddick proved a complete alibi while Gallion appears solely responsible for the Dilly murder. Welch is described as a myth with a false account of events preceding and following the crime. The examination ends with Roddick as a witness and Gallion bound over for grand jury action.
The article argues Coal Valley remains rich in coal and potential despite Cable’s pullout. It notes mines like Black Diamond and Banner still undeveloped, more coal in sight, and capital to develop when mobilized. It mentions traders and merchants leaving, a temporary trade dip, and future wealth tied to surrounding bluffs.
The piece argues that Western Union, American Union, and Atlantic & Pacific have merged under Jay Gould, creating a nationwide telegraph monopoly. It claims control over rates and stocks, warns of government inaction, and cites a New York Graphic report on proposed capital structure and scrip dividends. it labels the move a strategic win for Gould with huge profits.
Mrs Ji ElLeN Foster a practicing attorney of laws presented a temperance address in Pearly last Sunday evening. The speech linked law with gospel and urged reform in the legal profession to advance women in the field.
Tir Prinket Republican warns the upcoming session faces two major issues the state must address the Mississippi canal project and state redistricting for legislative and judicial districts.
The Moleville Building and Loan Association presents seven months of the year ending December 31 with cash in hands and loans secured by liens. It highlights a real realized profit, notes penalties of one percent monthly, promotes advance payments on stock, and proposes fixed security margins for new property to aid members seeking homes. The report commends the security committee and urges every member to recruit at least one more stockholder.
The letter critiques Democratic adherence to principles and praises building associations as a path to home ownership. It echoes party politics via a Rock Island Argus excerpt, questions Democratic sample principles, and mentions Springer’s apportionment bill as a potential aid to democracy in the House.
The State Bar Association held its 4th annual convention at Springfield on an early date, with a portrait of the late Judge Stephen T Logan presented to the state in the Supreme Court room. Eulogies were delivered by Judge Dickey and others.
Joan Sherman of Ohio Ben Harrison of Indiana and Jos R Hawley of Connecticut win a unanimous Senate nomination in their state legislative Republican caucuses showcasing party harmony and intent to place strong leaders in high positions. Ford named Chair of Finance Committee in the 218th District Senate and holds Revenue Appropriations and Insurance roles.
James Tnos reports the “Only Lung Pad” is being tried in Darlington England. Affected patient has long suffered bronchitis asthma and right lung congestion but shows great benefit after using the pad.
The first annual meeting of the Tilingis State Temperance Alliance will be held at Springfield on January 21. Delegates named from Henry county include M. M. Ford of Galva W. W Warner of Orlow Rev Bushnell of Geneseo C. N. Whitney of Kewanee M. Weaver of Woodhull Mund Buck of Andover and Geo Smilthe of Cambridge.
A delegation of Alabama leaders visited Garfield on Tuesday and pressed for improved educational facilities for their people. The president elect pledged to use his powers to advance this aim.
Illinois Democratic State Central Committee plans a Springfield meeting on the 26th to discuss party principles and direction. The piece notes opposition debates in the British House of Commons over Ireland and Land League meetings, and cites 1980 UK trade figures. It mentions a local effort to prohibit liquor manufacture in the General Assembly.
A proposed bill before Congress and the Mississippi River Commission seeks to bar sawmills from dumping refuse into the river. Mills such as Pepin and Minneapolis are cited for releasing sawdust and slabs, which sinks, harms navigation, and creates sandbars and obstructions downstream.
A fragmented ad urging readers to stop spending on clothes and foods and to buy Hop Bitters as a cure for health and financial strain.
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