National debt reduced in September report
The national debt was reduced by 10,000,000 during September. The writ of habeas corpus in the case of Sergeant Mason has been denied.
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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1882
Page
3
The national debt was reduced by 10,000,000 during September. The writ of habeas corpus in the case of Sergeant Mason has been denied.
Ex-Maron Wrueren of Quincy died Friday in the Jackson ville insane asylum where he was brought weeks earlier for treatment. Prohibitionists occasion ally oppose prevailing spring political measures as party managers mobilize. Forty join California State convention secession.
An elderly former president of the Second National Bank in Freeport tried to hang himself the other night. He is about seventy years old, and no motive is known.
Tukmakontents and kickers in New York face tough odds to defeat Judge Folger, who outpolled Garfield by 7,277 votes despite Garfield's strong overall majority.
The Princeton Republican labels a letter to the Swedenh Citizen published in Moline as having less truth than typical articles, calling the piece a dubious example in a long line of unreliable items. The remark signals ongoing tension over accuracy in local letters.
The Albany Brentag Journal notes a historical fact that Silas Wicht was elected Governor of New York in 144 while withholding his seat as United States Senator. The piece discusses justification in public opinion for not resigning the Senate until after a section.
The Cincinnati Gazette notes the United States has had eventful twenty years and recalls major questions resolved, arguing that, without exception, the Democratic Party stood on the wrong side of these issues through that period.
The Michigan Liquor Dealers Association asked Governor Jerome his view on prohibition. He replied he stands on his party platform which favors submitting a constitutional amendment to the people for decision.
Ainsworth reports from Springfield that the Board of Equalization plans formal adjournment early next week. The board reduced Rock Island county personal property by 15 percent, lands by 15 percent, and town and city lots by 18 percent.
The summer strike of iron workers in the east caused losses of nine million dollars to the workers and at least fifty million to business interests. Workers have returned to work, condemning those who urged the walkout despite warnings from their former leaders. The episode is cited as a costly but potentially instructive lesson.
Geo Wm Curtis unexpectedly supports Folger as the NY convention nominee. Folger is praised as a sincere Republican advocating free speech and education, national unity, and the welfare of all. Other strong names are noted, but the choice is made with unanimity and party harmony.
The Illinois State Board of Equalization approved its railroad property assessment report for 1882, increasing total railroad property value by about 5 million dollars. The state has 7,539 miles of railroad with an overall assessed value of 56,725,590, detailing values for each company and mileage including the Chicago and Alton, Chicago, Burlington and Quincy, Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul, Chicago and Northwestern, Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific, Wabash, and Ohio and Mississippi.
Report notes Reverend Talmage plans a notable fall campaign in New York State described as a campaign of sharp rhetoric. The remark implies strong opposition and a high level of public attention surrounding the effort.
Canter H. Sanmson declines the Democrats nomination for Congress in the Third District as the relied upon contingency fails to materialize.
Cadet Whittaker consents to run as a Democrat in South Carolina's black district against Mackey. The party plans to nominate him, aiming to secure a representative who cannot "show his ears" in Congress.
Rey Geo C. Miln is booked for an early Chicago appearance in the Fusler role. If his onstage look matches the described character, audiences may react with shock and disappointment, potentially turning away in disbelief.
A Privapenruia dispatch states Folger will retire from the Treasury, and Arthur seeks Folger's removal from the Cabinet regardless of the New York section result. The piece notes the sentence hinges on interpretation, while a Pennsylvania man is derisively labeled a damphool halt breed kicker.
Macomb dispatch notes Hancock county leaders say disaffection over Congressman Marsh is limited to a few men and that he will receive votes next November equal to or greater than previous elections. The piece reflects on party opposition versus popular support and predicts strong returns for Marsh in his native county.
The State convention of liquor dealers denounces Charles T Stratton Republican candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction over his temperance record. The article notes Stratton lost both legs as a boy after a drunken father sent him for rum, mocking the hypocrisy of attacking his temperance stance.
Sophomore students at Michigan State Agricultural College study and expose bogus nostrums flooding markets. The College Speculum is cited with the true costs and methods, listing items like Coaline, Silver Plating Fluid, Fire-Test Powders, and Marie Fontaine's Moth and Freckle Remedy, including prices and packaging details.
Fire sweeps the steamer Robert E. Lee thirty miles below here at 3 AM on its first trip of the season. The vessel, with 500 bales of cotton and many cabin passengers, is destroyed. Pilot John Stout and Engineer Perkins heroically aided in the evacuation as the ship burned to the Louisiana shore.
The article describes speculators owning large land tracts influencing school house building in new states. Non residents face hurdles as their interests are sidelined through subtle manipulation of local processes.
Rev Henry Ward Beecher denounces party manipulation and supports judging Folger’s conduct. He warns against presidential influence in local governance and urges restraint amid political passions. Rev Theodore L. Cuyler predicts Grover Cleveland’s statewide win and frames Saratoga convention tactics as pivotal.
Lee and Whiteside counties held a protracted session at Dix to choose legislative nominees. After 24 hours and 1070 ballots without result they adjourned sine die. Lee county backed Mayor John B. Felker Amboy for Representative and Hon Winfield Wilkinson Whiteside for Senator. Sterling's C C Johnson was named by Sterling. Indications show weak support across districts.
The National Tribune summarizes an unofficial Tariff Commission report attributed to Postgate, noting testimony from 250 to 300 people, including free traders and industry interests. It highlights views on iron and steel, sugar, quinine, and a general push toward tariff revision and possible duty adjustments to bolster domestic industries.
Alonzo Follett, the collapsed note broker, lies sick at home while examiners review his books. Liabilities may exceed prior estimates as creditors are concealed to protect firms. The Manhattan Bank holds collateral not yet sold and a large claim by Richardson, Boynton & Co. tied to Follett’s nursery venture looms at $396,477.
The Illinois Supreme Court held the state may regulate railroad freight rates to out of state destinations and deem unjust charges excessive and unlawful. The decision addresses discrimination between Gilman to New York and Peoria to New York routes and affirms authority to curb rate manipulation.
The New York Times publishes Senator Sherman’s view that Republicans lead in Ohio while Democrats stay hopeful. He warns prohibition is a local issue used by partisans and praises a temperance stance tied to fair taxation. He expects German voters to back the GOP and supports a general license law for the liquor trade.
The Garfield Monument Committee of the Society of the Army of the Cumberland plans a National Fair and Bazaar Industrial and Art Exposed in the U S Capitol rotunda starting November 25 1882 to raise funds for a Garfield statue in Washington DC. A Board of Control Board of Direction including thirty members and an Executive Committee will organize. State Commissioners will solicit exhibits from their states and oversee display logistics. An Award Board will judge exhibits and grant medals and certificates per rules modeled after the 1876 Centennial.
Chicago Ball club wins another game against the Buffalos on Thursday securing the league championship for 1882. The victory marks forty four wins with one game left to play as Providence trails with fifty one wins and two games remaining. If Providence wins both remaining games it would overtake Chicago.
Amid storms and politics, Chicago Herald reports Jay Gould seeks to dominate the central news network by purchasing New York papers and press associations. The Times and Journal of Commerce denounce the plan, while Western Associated Press ties draw scrutiny. Critics warn such control would end press freedom and honesty.
The Henry county Democratic delegates to the Senatorial convention withdrew over O'Mara and adjourned to meet at the courthouse. They nominated Major Connelly for Senator and Jenn W. Foy for Representative, creating a split ticket with Rock Island and Henry party lines. Foy, aligned with Greenback voters, may carry the district. O'Mara trails but could gain some of Henry County votes. Connelly is not seeking election and may not win.
The Ford brothers claim Frank James’s wife visited their Brooklyn museum exhibition on Tuesday. They say she stared at them behind a veil and left in a cab, prompting fear of retaliation for Jesse James’s murder. They describe recognizing her and watching her from the platform as she viewed curiosities.
Reported flood contamination feared as arsenic washed from Crump's label factory into the Passaic River. Officials confirm rising concerns as Jersey City and Newark residents may be drinking Passaic water until investigations clarify the extent of the hazard.
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