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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1881
Page
5
Washington dispatches report the crisis easing with a few more days of improvement expected for the President yet to emerge from danger. Floods in Iowa threaten further destruction while questions swirl over his condition as officials consider the next steps and possible return to New York.
In a cautious early update the president appears to be progressing well. Officials note measurements of pulse and temperature under test conditions show favorable trends though details remain limited.
Daily bulletin reports President continues to progress favorably with lower fever and improving strength. Blood pressure and respiration show steady improvement while doctors note reduced discomfort and cautious optimism from officials and even the Queen’s envoy in London.
Chin Lan Pin the Chinese Minister and his secretary called at the White House to express sympathy and condolence from their government. The basement refrigerator system is functioning well, cooling the President’s room with 18 900 cubic feet per hour of dry air at about 4 degrees, and soon the west end of the mansion will be cooled with a larger system. Vice President Arthur returned to New York, believing the emergency had passed.
A July report describes an experimental setup that directs air through a multi chamber system to cool and dry it. The apparatus uses a long Turkish toweling layer and water spray to achieve saturated tos and a low air temperature, with passage through partitions and a press system driving the mechanism.
The government of Samudon Miya expresses regret after a sad incident at Pur Roy Enrossings and hopes for the swift recovery of the Drowidy.
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Floodwaters from the Des Moines and other rivers inundate low lands in Minnesota and Iowa. Hundreds of acres submerged and thousands of dollars in stock losses reported as rivers overflowed, with cattle losses over 100 head. Statewide repair efforts underway. several routes and towns affected or briefly mentioned.
The Ohio Democratic Convention on May 13 adopted a platform calling for office terms held in public trust and administered for the public good. The body ballot for state officers produced nominations including the Governor John W. Boo hwater, Lieutenant Governor K E Johnson, Supreme Judge Potasha, State Treasurer A F Winson, and Attorney General P C Doughcry.
The city reports persistent heat with many prostrations and sunstroke cases. Officials note two dozen incidents today, similar to yesterday, while burial permits rise with twelve deaths from sunstroke in Covington on July 13.
Special to the Disputed reports the latest foreign news from the president’s desk. Details on the Cornell crew event and related developments are covered with emphasis on outcomes and national impact.
A fragmented report from the Allman Assembly notes a first ballot for a successor to Tornting with candidates Connkiing Lapham Woodford Potter Miller Kerman Deantels Adame Chapman Bass Stari listed. The Assembly then adjourned to 3 pm Saturday and reconvened the following day.
An incident at Walnut Hill last night trapped twelve men in a tunnel. Rescue efforts succeeded this morning with all but one expected to survive.
Special to the Dispatch reports a violent storm in Michigan causing widespread damage. Lightning struck houses and barns across the state, with many lives lost. The Detroit area notes several fatalities among victims and survivors, while other regions report ruin and injuries.
A column of diverse events reports a collapsed mine in Mexico burying four men and wounding five, political maneuvering in New York, assassination probes, a French compulsory education bid, severe storms, fires, ship disasters, and census figures. Notable items include the Vandalia steamship missing with 1,300 immigrants, the Arizona steamer's uncertain fate, and a $75,000 UC endowment in philosophy.
Items report post-Tuesday notices about Memphis river traffic restrictions at President's Island, European manuscript auctions in London, Hebrew Union Council session in Chicago, Prince Bijsmarch health, Turkish sultans death sentence clemency, winter wheat arrests in Southern Tyme, and scattered weather and disaster notes. Also mentions storms in Des Moines, rail accidents near Cincinnati, and hot weather impacts across several U.S. cities along with commercial notices from Fisk's sale.
Chief Engineer Isherwood tests John Gamgee’s ammonia motor at Tastington Navy Yard amid debate among scientists. The machine uses liquid ammonia to drive a piston, condenses it back to liquid, aiming for perpetual motion, while critics say the energy cost to recondense negates gains.
Odd notes describe Japanese children, kindness to animals, and the acceptance of crows and a hawk as city scavengers in Tokyo. The piece contrasts gentle treatment with wild birds perching on buildings and scavenging, avoiding harm to dogs, cats, and birds.
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