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Newspaper
Moline Review
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1875
Page
2
Moline voters see the Republican ticket featuring Henry C. Cleaveland of Rock Island for County Treasurer and Daniel Gordon of Moline for County Surveyor.
Moody and Sankey opened a revival in Brooklyn last Sunday with preaching and singing. A full report of their meeting appears in another column.
Jo Jefferson the comedian contributes $500 toward a Washington Irving monument planned for Central Park New York. The fundraising note highlights a civic tribute to the famed author in a public park setting.
Partial election results show the Prohibition candidate in Iowa earning 2,553 votes out of a total 650,000. Analysts conclude the temperance issue may not be settled by voting, leaving questions unresolved.
The political scene in Pennsylvania grows lively as Republicans and supporters of real money express confidence in a large victory for Governor Bartranft. The piece notes a strong election mood and expectations of a decisive win.
The Tax Argus labels Mr. Cleaveland a chronic office seeker as he is nominated for a county post for the first time. Meanwhile Mr. Porter uses his paper to seek a life-lease at the public crib in a separate appeal.
The passage argues that most Democrats are swayed by a small group of strong politicians and claims conventions become a swindle and primaries a farce. It condemns party leadership for manipulating outcomes and excuses.
The New Orleans board of education ordered mixed race schools but citizens rebel and actively thwart the plan, challenging local officials and stirring public debate over school integration.
The Independents have run the county treasury for the past two years. Republicans will decide Tuesday whether to remove them from office for another two years, with the polling outcome answering the question at the polls.
The piece notes free copies of a proposed constitution circulate in Missouri and an effort to suppress them fails. It underscores that Missouri voters are not inclined toward reading constitutional law and remarks on their distinctive traits beyond politics.
Republicans across the county are urged to motivate neighbors to vote. A single vote can decide a township and influence county control, potentially shifting power from Independents and Democrats. The piece asserts every Democrat will vote and calls similar diligence in other groups.
The text claims the heavy headlines imply Mr Cleaveland, Republican candidate for county treasurer, is a thief. It argues the insinuation shows the paper’s lack of honorable material to attack him and defends Cleaveland as a best citizen with reputation above reproach.
Dr Isaac I Stav eschews Tammany as anti Tammany candidate in the Seventh New York Assembly district race. He touts endurance from northern ordeals and experiences with whale oil and pickled blubber as he faces the demanding campaign trail with its ordeal of drinks.
The message states every vote should be brought to the polls next Tuesday to win. It warns against inactivity and relying on past popularity or party strength, arguing a county victory led by the Argus benefits the Democrats and cautions that the Argus spots are fixed to mislead voters.
Elmer Wastburn, chief of the treasury secret service, supervised government detectives in capturing three of America's most dangerous counterfeiters. The trio produced over one million dollars in fake notes with skill that evaded bank detection.
The Rock Island Argus reports that Cleaveland retained 168.07 dollars from the town treasury, claiming it belonged to the people and was used to buy whisky to sway votes. The state statutes allegedly support the county treasurer’s handling, with disputes over who should receive the commission.
The Rock Island Argus accuses a Democratic paper of political exploitation over Mr. Cleaveland and his Masonry ties. It defends Masonry from political manipulation and calls the editorial slur outrageous.
Advices from Pennsylvania say a solid Democrat bloc is confident but cautious about the inflation question. They view Ohio outcomes as not signaling a shift and note inflation resolutions were demagogic—adopted only if the tide seemed favorable. Now they plan to pause the issue until a more opportune time.
The piece argues that eloquent speakers from home and abroad influenced Ohio’s late campaign less than expected. It notes Democrats gained in counties with heavy Republican missionary activity, and cites Cleveland and Cincinnati as pivotal despite less public speaking than rural districts. The writer doubts the Columbus orator’s impact on national outcomes.
The Revieaw notes strong government success in convicting defendants in whisky tax fraud cases. Treasury and law departments show energy and determination, promising substantial savings. The history of the conspiracy reveals the difficulty of excise enforcement yet demonstrates an effective legal administration.
A current commercial survey shows 35 334 business failures in the United States for the first three quarters ending Sept 30 with a total involved of 131 171 000. The piece traces the downturn to the 1873 panic while noting widespread low spirits, idle capital, partial hiring, and unprofitable staple trades though some hopeful signs and improved prospects versus a year ago.
A condensed historical note outlines a revised Illinois election law set by a late legislature session. It covers election day rules, precinct establishment, appointment and swearing of judges and clerks, notice periods for elections, polling hours, poll lists with voter numbers, and required returns signed by judges and clerks. It also notes allowed challengers in the voting room during counting.
Moody and Sankey led a large revival at the Brooklyn rink, drawing crowds far exceeding seating. The morning service featured 5000 seats filled and 3000 outside. 250 voice choir and 250 clergy on stage, with notable figures present. Moody’s fervent sermon followed by Sankey’s moving hymn drew strong public emotion and widespread church attendance throughout the day.
Miscellaneous items note political endorsements for county treasurer and surveyor, plus state and national affairs. Frederick T. Dubois named secretary of the railroad and warehouse commissioners, with other appointments and political tidbits. Reports on England trades, Virginia City fire losses, Ohio election totals, and a satirical obituary on Thomas Singer.
The Argus Porter supporters claim a Union authorized speaker offered Capt. Cleaveland an offer to withdraw from the canvass in exchange for Cleaveland’s appointment as deputy and control of the office. Frank Boney was also approached with a similar proposal. Cleaveland rejects any bargain and insists on election by the people.
A Detroit boy questions his father about his parents' marriage. The father affirms the mother’s fondness and questions whether she ever expressed it, concluding with a humorous note on why she married him. The vignette highlights a playful family exchange from the Detroit Free Press.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a lighted arch and a face bringing out a part of a picture in greater distinctness. The text references restless jitters and a simple device, but details are unclear.
Advertises Boschee's German syrup as effective against pneumonia and lung disease with two doses claimed to relieve severe cases. Encourages seeking Dr J W Morey for testimonials and offers sample bottles at 10 cents and regular bottles at 76 cents urging quick purchase to avoid neglecting a cough.
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