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Newspaper
Moline Review
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1875
Page
2
In a garbled summary, references include national debt rising to 91,507,870 in January, criticism of the Illinois House speaker Haines, ex Governor Moses accused of political money issues, Chicago courting a 1876 national convention at the exposition, a Kansas relief committee reporting 68 day funds of 20,715.05 with nearly 315,000 disbursements.
In a crowded press room the editor of the Sino State Regist halted printing to shout Glorious during the Andy Johnson election news. Some spectators wondered if he sought dramatic photos or if luring a helper to wheel the press was considered.
A fragmentary note asks if Andrew Jolnson is now seeking to learn what has become of the Constitution. The quote implies changes have occurred in slight particulars as the public bears responsibility for the document.
An appeal requests help for grasshopper victims in Kimsas Nebraska and Dakota area. They seek seed, clothing, provisions, and money with emphasis on farmers to supply spring sowing needs.
St Louis cotton dealers hosted a grand banquet last Saturday to commend local newspaper men for promoting the important trade operation now growing as a leading matter in regional commerce.
The Khedive of Egypt sent compliments to Mrs Alanie Sherman Titeh for a magnificent set of shamends valued at Ssone00. The Khedive has long admired General Sherman, and the gift serves as an acknowledgment of high regard.
The New York telegraph reports the Cheage and Rock Teasel Pacific Rail Road company arranging terms for bonds. The article notes the company has advanced beyond previous plans and will seek to secure the leaders to cover the debts.
The note describes a broad move by employers to reduce wages as hard times persist. It cites widespread, evident dispositions in the current period and mentions ongoing retrenchment efforts over the past six months.
The Puy Umnoty legislative body passes resolutions denouncing President Gallant over southern state military actions. The report notes a similar Democratic outcry in 1883 during Gen. Grant's interference with rebels at Viersbarg.
Reverend Dr. Ryder spoke on a Sunday theme addressing Hebert Juvilyar who had recently spoken to the Germans. The community attended morning services then gathered at Tune Hall in the afternoon to hear music and discuss the issue.
The report questions whether Charles Sprague never rode in a steam car as claimed. It cites a 20 year old Civil War era incident when he was summoned to Dedham as a witness and used steam car conveyances, noting this was his only time relying on the iron horse.
An US Cameron of La Crosse was elected by the Wisconsin Legislature on Wednesday to succeed Carpenter. The vote marks a new member-taking position in the state government, highlighting Cameron's selection by the lawmakers.
The item discusses Republican figures like Cameron and the Wisconsin Legislature, referencing party struggle and leadership. It notes a Canadian edict on cheaper kerosene and a missing public testimonial for Lord Dufferin, while urging practical advice about lamp fuel. English rail blockades due to snow are reported, contrasted with Union Pacific efficiency attributed to elevated tracks.
The Hennepin canal bill, advanced to a special order for Wednesday, was postponed by a 144 to 4 vote until the Civil rights bill is disposed of. A Chicago Journal telegram notes Hawley consented to the delay after urging. Supporters see no reason for discouragement, with Moline well represented by Judge Chand in Washington to push the measure.
The Pal River cotton mills close due to a wage dispute between management and workers. One thousand families lose income as voluntary idleness spreads, while many job seekers struggle to find work in hard times.
An January note lists fourteen centenarians from diverse places including Rich ad Cottrell of South Carolina 110 Lunt Chloe slave of General S I Patterson of North Carolina 117 Ca hiece ted a Quap wehef Peggy Hanger Staunton Virginia 110 and others from Mobile Oxford Boston and Greece. Also mentions Mrs Pepin Mrs Roenburg and Mrs Winthrop Merri among those turning 100.
A Spring Field proposed amendment would require railroads to designate one or more cars as ladies cars on two or more car trains and ban smoking and spitting there. The text praises sympathy for tobacco addicts but leaves removal methods unclear and questions who enforces the rule.
The Granite and Crescent tailors of Fall River close due to wage disputes. A plan would send 1000 weavers to England at half fare, funded by the union savings. Spinners still working face a weekly $1 assessment while the dispute moves toward arbitration.
A 1875 temperance exchange in Moline highlights a letter urging Western Weekly readers to support temperance efforts in Iowa. The Review rejects a long report as repetitive, clarifying it is not the Woman’s Temperance League organ, while asserting broad support for temperance measures and free press.
The column surveys remarks by Frank Moulton on Ben Butler and Anna Dickinson preparing for a stage debut. It notes Horace White planning a West Indies trip with David A Wells and Henry Dayes as a new U S senator. It covers a Vermont Edmunds bill for an elections court, Kellogg and Pinchback papers debate, and King Alfonso II’s early command role in Spain. It lists lobbyist restrictions proposed by Boutwell, a Charleston Grange session with 90 900 granges and over 1 000 000 members, plus other political and economic notes.
Tuesday Rep Hoonan introduced a proposed amendment to section 3 article 8 of the Illinois constitution. It would require the general assembly to ensure an equitable distribution of state school funds among free schools while prohibiting state grants to sectarian academies or churches, except for free schools connected to them. The measure could force a division of the school fund and allow cities to donate lands or money to church free schools.
A transcription from a political column attacks white leagues and Ku Klux activities in Louisiana and calls out supporters of Democratic governance. It questions motives behind alleged murders and urges government action against mob violence while contrasting with republican ideals and national unity.
A local defense of charitable aid argues most residents are not destitute and condemns a single claimant who flaunts assets. It rebukes reports of widespread need, notes some claimants own farms and stock, and warns against aiding those acting on their own behalf. It recalls Andrew Johnson’s early Senate tenure and lists contemporaries and successors in a pointed political assessment.
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