Gas strike and political shifts in 1882 Dispatch
A natural gas vein is struck at Kansas City. Indictments against Brady are reviewed in Washington. Rock Island hosts the State L D P A meeting beginning Sept 6. Population growth to year end adds over a million. Party maneuverings in Pennsylvania and Delaware hint at shifting electoral prospects and potential nominations.
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Postotfoe
Moline
Kansas City
Tur
Washington
Brady
Appointment of stalwarts by the President sparks political satire
The Chitego Journal mocks a new stalwart appointment as aligning with the President's method to harmonize the Republican party. It cautions that a three year term could turn many into stalwarts, referencing the Gazdie in its sarcasm.
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Toe Stalwart
Pennsylvania
Grumblers and Growlers
Polly
Chitego Journal
Republican Party
Faithful Soldier and Pensioner Earns Public Attention
The text discusses public sentiment toward a veteran and pensioner likened to a confidence man and bunco operator. It notes widespread interest and calls for scrutiny of alleged details and misdeeds, referencing Chicago Journal as a benchmark for criticism. The fragment suggests debate over accountability for the veteran and others named Mebaie and Cramer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioners
Will Ap
Chicago Journal
Bunko
Ital
Cramer
Abc
Farwell Return Sparks Defections in Washington Circles
Insiders note that Mr Farwell’s return unsettles political balance in Washington. Reported shift suggests Farwell gathers strength that otherwise would have gone to Mr Cullom, with defections within the Governor’s faction increasing as a result.
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Washington
Farwell
Seerie Titer
Weed and Scott Clash Over Poker Pot in High Stakes Game
In a tense card room session, Hedges dealt, Scott led, and Weed opened a big bet. The pot grew to 160000 dollars before calls. Weed showed four aces, but Scott won with a king high straight flush. Weed refuses to settle, seeks refund of 85000 already paid by Jim.
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Hedges
Scott
Weed
Jim
Ainsworth Nominated for State Senator by Rock Island Republicans
Hon H A Ainaworth of Moline a State Board of Equalization member from the old Sixth District has consented to stand as candidate for State Senator at the senatorial convention. Rock Island Republicans urge Henry Ainsworth and predict united support from Henry County if he is backed.
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Republican Party of Rock
H. A.ainsworth
Moline
Ainsworth
Henry County
Bourbon organs urge strong Democratic push in Southern races
The Bourbon press in Southern states urges Democrats to mobilize for vigorous campaigns to elect Congressmen. They stress sending solid state delegations to Washington and warn that an active Independent movement challenges the party and cannot be ignored.
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Congress
Washington
Reforms Proposed for Homeless Boys School by Christian Brothers
Av Feehanville suburb of Chicago hosts a discussion on a large reform school for homeless and wayward boys. Brother Telion outlines three classes of pupils and argues education as cure while calling for state support and distributed facilities across Iowa and Illinois to curb delinquency.
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Feehanville
Feehan
Chicago
Christian Brothers
Telion
Tak Disraton
Lowa
Send the Strongest Man to Congress
Opinion urges selecting the strongest available man for Congress across districts to address vital future topics such as tariff and railway policy. The piece argues the next congress will face urgent issues beyond local interests and praises Illinois for producing capable leaders and the press for endorsing the strongest candidate.
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Congress
Illinois
This Countywide Debate on Nomination Ethics
The piece defends respecting all counties for suitable candidates while condemning efforts to use false pretexts or hostile delegations to defeat leading candidates. It warns that in tight districts opposition to the strongest candidate is unjust and urges vigilance to keep party loyalty flexible. It predicts a close next Congress and calls for careful precautions to secure victory.
Plague Rumor Controversy In Rock Island Davenport
Union accuses local papers of suppressing small pox facts in Rock Island and Davenport. The piece argues Molino covered all details while Rock Island’s outbreak was kept quiet, provoking public fear and speculation about case numbers and locations.
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Tue Union
Rock Island
Davenport
Molino
Meteorology and Farming Influence on Kansas Climate
Mr H R Kivros of Topeka addressed the Kansas Academy of Science on how soil cultivation alters climate in Kansas and the Central Western States. He argues summer south winds from the Gulf supply moisture whose precipitation can be modified by soil surface conditions, with farming practices potentially reclaiming lands once deemed worthless due to climate.
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H R. Kivros
Topeka
Kansas Academy of Science
Kansas
Western States
Gulf of Mexico
Hilton
Revival of Edge Book Pictures Through Decalcomanie
Historical note explains reviving edge paintings on books using decalcomania transfer. It describes selecting a picture, applying thin varnish, pressing onto the book edge, drying under a weight, then peeling the backing to leave the image on the closed edge. The process yields visible art when the book is opened.
Severe storms hit multiple cities with heavy damage
A series of June 17 storms in Missouri Illinois New York Iowa and Kansas caused extensive damage. Sunk steamers Blue Lodge and Champion, lost machinery, and total losses around 50 000 or more. Towns like East St Louis and Kansas City faced flood and fatalities. Roads rail and telegraph lines disrupted. In Chicago region and Amsterdam cyclone inflicted 80 000 damage. Kansas City and Metropolis reported deaths and significant property loss.
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Missouri
Louis
Ateam
Blue Lodge
la Crosse
Illinois
Champion
Woodward
East St. Louis
Silver
St. Louis
Koehler
Western Union
Villi
Darling
Opera House
Kaneas Crry
Fowler
Cooper Shop
Western Paint Shops
Thomas Fadilern
Rosedale
William Reese
Med Howell
Wyandotte
Kansas City
Lawrence
New York
Amsterdao
N.Y
B. M
Rgofa
Imois
Beach Ridge
Gaage
Metropolis
Jennie Walker
Paris Brown
Tuk
Chicago
Mness
California
Winnipeg
St. Sven
Hall
Whisky Inquiry details Western Export Association funds
William N Holgart of Cincinnati testifies as treasurer for the Western Export Association about 731,731 dollars raised and 714,517 disbursed to press distillers. Bonuses funded non production, losses from exporting surplus, salaries for officers, printing and travel. no evidence of legislative influence or newspaper ties.
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Windam
William N Holgart
Cincinnati
Ohio
Western Export Association
Millenny
Miller
Ncas
Cosi
Teint
Psacobe
Sentence Passed on James B Doyle for Counterfeiting Conspiracy
Monday Judge Dyer in Chicago sentenced James B Doyle after a jury found him complicit with counterfeiters. Doyle, aged and educated, claimed unknowing involvement and asked mercy, but the court imposed twelve years in Chester penitentiary with a one dollar fine. Six days allowed to arrange affairs before transfer.
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James B. Doyle
Dyer
Chicago
Bangs
Doyle
Chester
United States
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Alexandria
Egypt
Tuen P
Delaware
Wilmington
Ballabury
Guin
Ghway HiGhTs Store
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New Yorks
Iowa City
Kanbar. Fy
Lawnend
Illienoib
The
Whisky Inquiry
Warner
H. H. Warner & CO
Rochester
J. E. Phillips & CO
Greenwich Street
N. Y
Geneva
Produce Commission
F.O Dor
Monroe Medicine
Bloomlington
County Court of
Rock
Aart
Jorn
Oaly & Oh
Bevenieen
David
Reid
Main Street, Moline
the Golden Star
Bismark Ranges
Grand Active Wrought Iron
Geo. ‘P
Rowell & Co
Spruce St
Oriental Journal
Jameson & Morse
Stepren D. Peck
Eiris
Portland
Geo. R. Hill
Kenworthy , Beardsley, Sland
Tivnots
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DR. E. T. Rigby
Pat
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