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Newspaper
Moline Review
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1875
Page
2
Breou will conclude his argument this afternoon and the case will go to the jury tomorrow or Monday. The St Louis Globe-Democrat editorializes on the merits of the Standard shirt and weighs in on where the next National Democratic convention should be held.
The Tweed Republicans of Maine nominated Gen Selden Conner for governor on the first ballot by an almost unanimous vote. The election occurs September 13.
Mr. W. M. Potter of the Davenport Gazette travels to Philadelphia as Davenport’s chosen delegate to the National Board of Trade. The selection is praised as the best possible choice.
As Democrats in Ohio grow weary of intertwining religion with policy, public sentiment shifts against using church aligned tactics in political bargains. Disposition toward mixing faith and politics intensifies, signaling potential strain within a once unified approach.
Reflection on the American eagle joining commencement exercises at fifty colleges this month underscores the need to treat the symbol with reverence and protect it during the ceremonial season.
Remon cites private Grant support for Senator Morton as a possible successor. The claim notes Grant has reportedly declared for Morton, but advises taking the statement with caution due to uncertainty.
Robert T Thomas spoke of freeing or culling enslaved people under the shadow of the Bunker Hill monument. A chance arose yesterday, but the telegraph report omits any such event.
The new treasurer, portrayed as a new kind of public servant, declined a banquet tendered by Indianapolis citizens, saying he has yet to prove himself in the responsible position to which he has been called.
The Tuk Republicans of California on Friday held the state convention and placed in nomination a strong ticket led by T. G. Phelps for governor. The platform endorses President Grant and accepts his third-term letter as final.
The Chicago Journal notes the case against Beecher will not end with the present trial and that enemies may uncover or invent new evidence. Some observers aim to extend the scandal through the centennial.
A Rock Island editor reports receiving a telegram and a nail invitation to give a centennial address in a Vermont town and promises to publish the news, while declining any militiation making clear the notice is misleading to readers.
The Chicago Public Library annual report shows 21 053 books added at a cost of 825 410 and 23 254 patrons drawing books. Of these readers 11 057 were males and 4 627 were females, with the excerpt noting the gender split.
The writer argues Blaine could be a viable next candidate if current conditions persist, noting he would become not just a possibility but a strong probability if the situation stays the same for another year.
The Review lauds the pope’s counsel to Catholic school students and the Protestant world. It endorses preaching by example to convert the great nation, highlighting the pope’s emphasis on living doctrine.
The Chicago Inter-Arean hints at General Logan as a future president, drawing mixed reactions. The Review calls the Logan reference untimely while noting his senate record has disappointed supporters and contrasting prospects at the White House.
The Baptist Standard questions whether theatre going Christians exist and notes it has not found any within its religious circle. It doubts that all Christians stay in pews and suggests some may attend theatres, referencing Rev Talmage as a noted actor.
A reader notes Shermans book reveals less about the man and more about his comrades. The piece recalls Washington Irvings dollar praise and quotes Mr Hf Boody alleging bonds given to newspaper writers to sway coverage. It calls for disclosure of names of venal writers and broader scrutiny.
The piece argues Republicans did not push No Popery in Ohio while Democrats align with the Catholic church on schooling. It criticizes Democrats for courting Catholic votes and suggests they are acting as a religious force rather than a political party. It predicts Hayes winning by at least 25,000.
The cable reports heavy London failures with liabilities near 14 million and a false claim Greece’s king will abdicate. It notes no crisis, a young king, and upcoming silver resumption plans by Landesman. Weathered by storm, storms burned barns, but country remains tranquil.
The New York Court of Appeals set aside Boss Tweed's sentence and ordered his discharge after a prior 13 count indictment led to a 13 year total sentence. The Supreme Court had denied discharge, but the appellate court reversed, allowing release while civil suits proceed to judgment. Tweed had been confined since 1873 on Blackwell's Island.
Special correspondence from Joliet Illinois dated June 14 1875 describes the Illinois state penitentiary near Joliet with its 80 acre grounds 15 acre prison limestone buildings and a warden Major R W McClaughrey. It notes 1400 convicts including 13 women many employed in shoe making etc and highlights the hospital library chapel and strict lockstep routines.
The circuit court report lists judgments for plaintiffs in cases including Carnahan v Wilhite Carpenter, Brown v Banner Coal, Scofield executor v Armstrong, MacBryde v McBurney, and Mills v Rosenfield. It notes damages awarded, certiorari actions, demurrers sustained, repossession writs, and many dismissals, with several foreclosure and divorce actions and decrees of sale or alimony orders.
The record lists multiple civil cases including Lowry v Whitman and Kisor v Kisor and others, followed by a criminal roundup. Prisoners were sent to Joliet. Austin Lathrop and John Dolan received two and five year terms for larceny. Stewart Wilson and Mardath got three years. Brown and Barker one year. Wilson and Daniel Wilson note burglary. Farley three years. Riley couple faced larceny with Timothy granted a new trial and Mary jailed five years. An amputee in France sued for damages over dissection of a foot.
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