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Newspaper
Moline Review
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1875
Page
2
The state senate passed a resolution by 36 to 2 for a final adjournment on February 20. Andrew Johnson aims to complete his tour by seeking Tennessee’s seat in the next U S Senate. Indiana’s senatorial contest loses some interest after Dan Voorhees withdraws.
The article promises a comprehensive synopsis of the governor's message to the legislature on the first page. It notes the paper contains many important suggestions.
The obituary notes ex governor Bramlette of Kentucky and years of association with the Louisville library lottery. It mentions no postponement of a drawing and dismisses claims by an Eastern magazine writer as untrue. It also references the Argus editor once a navy colonel as an exception.
The official bond of Hon. Thus 8 Ridgway state treasurer was approved by the governor and supreme court on Monday. The penal sum stands at 500 000 and the plaigners claim about 84 000 000 of money.
A garbled late 19th century note describes a royal figure, B Drake of the Grand Palace, volunteering to cover expenses for a public event in New York. The report references a Brooks scandal and court actions, with partisan remarks from Republicans and Democrats amid unclear specifics.
The text outlines a proposed plan by Gtx Berrier to present a solution to the public house issues and to set a new election process for a state legislature. It mentions involvement of Iv MMi Butler and potential dates and candidates, plus concerns about race and schooling.
The piece argues Republicans are weakened by mutual distrust that will lead to dissension and defeat soon. It notes seventeen states electing governors or officials this winter with few GOP nominees so far. Michigan names Chandler and Hamlin. Maine nominates. Nevada legislature names Sharon, a wealthy figure.
The letter to the secretary of war praises the administration for actions in Louisiana and endorses Sheridan's judgment. It argues the White League should be taken up peaceably if possible, or forcibly if necessary.
A regional governor urges state officials to quickly assess essential health and business matters. He warns that proceeding without timely decision could force a longer wait before expediting critical economic actions.
The fragmentary text hints at concerns over increasing liquor presence and a stronger prohibition stance. It mentions a new presidency and legislature enacting a prohibition law with state constabulary provisions, reflecting Rhode Island temperance politics of the era.
The Democrats of this state enjoy luck as they prevent Republicans from controlling the legislature and gain a dependent speaker who will be guided by them, with the threat of repudiation if he errs.
The fragment cites President Powell and the White League with references to Louisiana governance and court actions. It mentions a past message to Congress and a claim that the president does not seek to control the Ubu. The text is garbled but suggests a constitutional dispute over authority and state influence.
The fragment argues that Congress inaction bears responsibility and that leadership will enforce any policy reflecting the will of the people. It asserts the public desires an immediate definite policy and criticizes the current stance.
A list of returnable criminal cases and indictments completed by the grand jury, naming People v. Mitchell McGraths and other pairs, larceny, robbery, assault with deadly weapon, riot, and liquor selling charges. Also notes dispositions in civil causes with judgments, defaults, appeals, and a constitutional meeting notice for a society in Rock Island.
The Agricultural Society will hold its annual fair August 31 to September 4. Obituary notices include John Harper of Rock Island who died December 31 in Shippensburg, and Elijah Ailes of Milan who died after severe frost. Congregational Church members plan to secure a church bell. Wm. E. Devore of Port Byron buys property in Belcher & Sigs worth addition for 1000 dollars. Local ads note pure drugs at Clendenin & Martin and furniture at Knell’s. Sherman Kaak ships ice to St. Louis this winter by rail.
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