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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1903
Page
4
The writer urges national and local action to build hard roads across the country. Mud slows travel, and the rural carrier questions route length and depth. Road improvements require materials, grading, drainage, and time to educate the public on their value.
The Bryan wing of the Democrats shows strong opposition to the return of Mr Gorman to Senate leadership. The Fulton Journal calls him devious and allied with corporate interests, urging honest Democrats to unite or form a separate real Democratic party. The piece hints at a possible majority for Bryan in the next convention A revolt against Gorman's leadership is implied.
The Review-Dispatch cautions readers about fraudulent home building associations and similar schemes promising interest free loans to members who pay monthly. The opinion of the attorney general questions legality and notes these ventures resemble lottery schemes in some states and risk conspiracy to defraud.
The article warns men drawn by promises of easy money to buy homes without interest. It notes many fall prey to associations operating in the city and fears new schemes continue to recruit victims. It urges avoidance of these ventures as unsafe.
An editorial argues the canal is not a revenue source with last year’s income near 8 000 against expenses around 120 000. It calls for a business commission of three external members to decide value, suggests new funding requires a guaranteed return, and warns the canal should be abandoned if benefits are limited to office holders.
Moline has contributed generously to the Swedish famine relief fund, with total donations nearing $3,000. The city has seen many small gifts from working people, including two factory gifts of up to $50, plus over $350 diverted through other channels.
The article notes Democratic dissension over Republican platforms and tariff policy. It states Republicans differ on tariff rates for various goods to balance protection with consumer relief, while united on the protection principle and resisting any sacrifice of protection for minor schedule differences.
Reflections on Nicholas II and his role in pushing peace via the Hague Conference. The text notes the creation of a permanent arbitration court as a step toward global disarmament, reducing reliance on large armed navies and wars.
The decree promises broad religious liberty in Russia, extending toleration to foreign creeds and implying Jews may remain as their conscience dictates. The Greek church remains favored, other denominations gain limited rights, and the czar’s aims mirror a historic reform akin to serf emancipation if carried out.
A Missouri pastor in Sagene connects church telephones with congregants in the storm to broadcast sermons. The system also linked Maryville and other cities up to thirty five miles, letting the entire service be heard remotely. Interpreted as an emergency aid, it likely won’t replace in person attendance.
Judge Sherman aligns with the governor on civil service reform and argues against excluding Spanish American War veterans from the bill. He insists the measure should improve the service and avoid rewarding political service with office, urging gratitude to veterans be shown without impairing public service. The division now rests with lawmakers who oppose or support the governor’s bill.
The article notes six weeks of weather after Ground Hog Day have varied this year with three weeks of bad weather followed by warm, pleasant days. It argues the superstition about a shadow predicting six weeks of cold holds little merit and urges rational views on weather signs.
Ward leaders name Carter Harrison as the Democratic candidate for Chicago mayor. The nomination signals party backing for his bid and sets the stage for the upcoming campaign and official ballot placement. Harrison emerges as the party choice amid a field of local contenders.
The text argues voters may back the Republican ticket or public ownership option, noting Republicans are united for the first time in years and predicting a large majority in Chicago. It praises Stewart as a capable mayoral candidate and cites discord in Democratic primaries with fights in wards 21 and 16, suggesting such chaos benefits Republicans.
The Pennsylvania Railroad will end tipping and fire any employee who accepts tips. The change aims to ensure fair wages for porters and waiters, reducing reliance on gratuities. The public supports fair pay, while noting diners and meals will no longer rely on tips for service.
The Davenport Leader questions who the people are and argues that the 1266 Democratic voters in Moline and 2817 McKinley backers outside that list form the broader constituency. It contends protected interests drive prosperity, linking manufacturers and workers across plows and rails, and dismisses claims that the people’s interests lie with the party that harmed them.
A proposed rise of assessment from one fifth to one third of land value gains wide favor across counties. Counties struggle to fund normal government though Rock Island reports chronic delays. Critics warn of higher state taxes for non Cook counties if Chicago remains on a different basis.
The text argues a method is needed to increase revenue for county use and notes it is a major issue before the legislature. It suggests the bill could not pass the legislature but stresses finding a funding method remains essential for counties.
Ke Wa nee Star Courier advises Moline readers to avoid anger and rash talk as campaigns unfold. The piece urges calm discussion, respect for differing opinions, and civil persuasion to benefit the community.
The Chicago saloonkeepers and bartenders organize a total abstinence society claiming to elevate the calling. The piece argues this would also condemn their own trade as drink is their business and questions whether such abstinence could wipe out the saloon industry.
Street Commissioner William J Gamble of Rock Island died at 4316 Seventh Avenue at 1am Saturday after a ten day stroke. Born April 4 1846 in Moline he served in the 66th Illinois Infantry and later helped lead the city’s street department under Mayor Knox. He married Margaret J States in 1868. two children survive John Gamble and Mrs Roy Schafer.
March events unfold in town with Augustus Howell in Eben Holden at the Unitarian church on March 20, a dance at Metropolitan hall by Abe Lincoln Camp No 153 on March 25, a Sven Male Chorus concert at First Congregational church on March 26, another Abe Lincoln Camp dance and an A F of A mask ball at Metropolitan hall on March 28, and a Swedish Ball at Central hall by Jolly Threes. The season ends with the Second annual military ball by Anton Moline No 60 P M at Skinner Annex on April 8.
A damaged note states an old syrup product named for children aged 96 or more ends after a long run. Authorities investigate consumer issues and public notices provide closure details.
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