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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1903
Page
4
A brief note from the Moline Dispatch Review highlights internal roles with mentions of a president and secretary in the publication’s staff structure. The fragment outlines organizational titles without additional event details or dates.
In the August issue of The American Federation organ, Gompers argues the choice is between a large standing army and a militia backed by states. He urges unions to not take sides and supports lawfulness and order while recognizing workers’ need for protection of property and savings.
The piece argues successful summer resorts avoid liquor and gambling, emphasizing strict Sunday proprieties and puritanical standards. It cites Asbury Park Ocean Grove Orchard Beach Lake Monoak Chautauqua and similar towns, attracting families seeking decency and financial gain.
Washington sources report union leaders plan to unite affiliates to condemn the president’s civil service order and appeal for reversal in the Miller reinstatement case. Organizers aim to mobilize labor against Roosevelt’s bid for a four year term, while noting broad support for his honesty and reforms.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a British cabinet crisis with conflicting factions. Mentions Mr Chamberlain and another minister as participants, but the fragment provides no clear events, dates, or outcomes. The passage is garbled and lacks concrete details.
The article outlines a clash between Chamberlain and Ritchie over tariff policy with Chamberlain pushing for a tariff wall favoring colonial products, Ritchie defending free trade, and Premier Balfour wavering between reforms and retaliation. It notes Chamberlain’s concession that colonies are not ready for preferential tariffs if food imports face new duties.
The piece portrays a Democratic keynote in Ohio branded as dangerous by Senator Hanna. Clarke, the Democratic Senate candidate, warns of financial collapse, while Hanna accuses him of deceiving voters and risks to the economy.
The New York Tribune notes a shift from formal prohibition in Vermont and New Hampshire to broader adoption elsewhere. The Voice lists state by state counts: Texas 136 total prohibition 62 partial 46 unrestricted. Tennessee has 5500 towns with only 12 of 96 counties allowing liquor sales. Kentucky 47 total 54 partial 18 free sale. Arkansas 44 counties with 29 cancellas having no legal restrictions. Georgia 100 prohibition counties with 37 unrestricted remains.
Fragmentary passage debates whether a president should enforce laws and uphold obligations amid controversy over the Miller case and union labor issues. The text questions if those denying reelection for perceived actions can still lead, noting the duty to enforce service laws.
The text argues that enforcing a law tests its justice. It asserts that people will recognize an unjust law and seek repeal when it is applied, framing enforcement as a decisive measure of legitimacy and obligation to the organization involved.
The immigration bureau official warns of a growing peril from increasing immigration. He notes hard times could worsen strain and urges careful consideration. Editorials from The New York Times and The Philadelphia Record debate assimilation versus restriction while Washington papers blame steamship agents for mass imports.
The good roads movement gains strong momentum in Georgia with almost a thousand convicts reportedly to be put to road work daily. States like Illinois show similar pushes as convict labor laws stir debate over eligibility and impact on free labor, while many regions explore road projects in new labor fields.
A columnist argues firearms are too accessible in the United States citing a Chicago father who gave his 8 year old son a rifle leading to a sister’s death. The piece claims society bears blame and urges limits to reduce hothead shootings and drunken violence.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat notes President Roosevelt’s stance on European turkey warns that Americans care little about how Turkey is disposed of as long as it remains pacified. It suggests Macedonia and surrounding Turkish provinces might improve with new masters and highlights inter-power jealousy and opposition among big and small states to territorial changes.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes Congress appropriated two million dollars for an irrigation dam and related works with Promises to Pay. Since then sixteen million dollars has become available from public land sales, with sixteen states and territories contributing to reclamation efforts. Projections suggest total spending could reach ten times the current amount, marking a substantial government outlay anticipated to be worthwhile if improvements endure.
Carter Harrison states he does not want the presidency and will not allow the Chicago Harrison Democratic club to push him into a national campaign. He asserts a firm stand in Chicago and applies the same rule to national politics, warning he will not appear on the Democratic ticket in 1904.
Mrs. Russell Sage argues that kind treatment and orderly homes keep servants longer. The Chicago Journal notes many domestic workers lack training and commitment, creating a shortage and low standards, while a Philadelphia trainer suggests formal education in domestic science could raise the profession’s status for all workers.
The Dallas News argues the south values the negro highly while cotton thrives and will not deport him. It notes Texas men hiring of negro labor risks violence in old southern states, as drivers out laborers under death threats. The piece contends the south prefers keeping the negro in servitude over deportation.
Unclear text outlines gambling findings at Galenburg with a remark from the Mail and stray quotes about good order and readers. The readable fragments suggest local coverage of gambling activity and public reaction.
An editorial condemns gambling in Galesburg and calls for strong measures to stop the vice. It warns of ruined homes and wasted lives and cites Springfield’s actions as a model, urging similar suits against patrons to curb the activity.
Sept 16 transfers show Hock er and Swanson deals in East Moline with prices from $1 to $650. Myron Jordan acquires and resells multiple lots and tracts in East Moline and Milan with values up to $4000. Sept 21 and 23 transfers include Larson, Warner, and Gorman exchanges in East Moline and Milan with several single dollar transactions and larger parcel sales totaling over $11,600.
Frank Hildebrandt of eastern Rock Island appeared before Magistrate Johnson on Wednesday charged with assault and battery brought by Olof Kneatson. The hearing was postponed to next Monday.
Samuel Devinney's will probated in county court on Tuesday leaves his entire estate to widow Sarah Elizabeth Devinney. Upon her death the estate is to be divided equally between his two daughters Edith Adella Colgrove and Inez Turner.
A long list of marriage licenses reported from Moline Rock Island Davenport and nearby towns includes John Verner Johnson with Anna Brissman Harriet Perkins with Charles Casnor St Clair Lucie Frysinger with Carroll Nettleton Walter Nutting with Lavada Simser and other couples across Rock Island Davenport Morrison Freeport and Chicago regions. The fragmented OCR includes numerous names and cities such as Morrison Morrison Davenport Rock Island Moline and Freeport with varying spellings and errors.
Chicago markets show wheat firm early then retreat on large long wheat sales leading to weakness. Corn steadies after initial losses with late selling by long holders. oats decline with wheat and corn. Hogs and cattle move with receipts and mixed demand while several stocks listed on the Stock Exchange edge higher or steady.
Corrected price list from Brown & Christison and Du can Ransom with figures for Moline and Upland markets. Includes grains like oats timothy and corn, and produce such as butter eggs apples onions potatoes and apples per bbl with varied prices and multiple vendors.
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