Congress Debates Tax on Cotton Ties and Diplomatic Ties
The session discusses the tax reduction bill with focus on cotton ties and steel wire duties, noting alleged favoritism toward Massachusetts manufacturers. It reports approval of a conference report on a Peruvian diplomatic establishment and a Nebraskan Omaha reservation issue, with continued deliberations and adjournment amid quorum problems.
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Navy Yard Reforms and Board of Health Debate
The conference on naval appropriations trimmed the bill, altering promotion rules and yard closures amid disputes. A heated debate over the national board of health followed, with supporters urging the Senate amendment to raise funds and opponents warning of yellow fever scare manipulation and salaries. The house adjourned after signaling continued conferencing on the sundry civil bill.
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Arkansas
Reagan
Texas
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Mississippi
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National Board
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Virginia
Michigan
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Blount
Georgia
New Jersey
Mesers Hiscock
Ohio
Blackburn
Homa
Report on Peruvian Credit Industries Inquiry Exonerates Ministers
A congressional committee concludes no U S minister was personally interested or improperly connected with the Credit Industries transactions in Peru or Chile. It finds Shipherd’s charges unfounded, exonerates Hurlbut and Kilpatrick, notes partiality in dispatches, and urges ministers avoid any private interests conflicting with duties. The panel urges no further action beyond replacing missing papers and preserving official integrity.
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Credit Industries‘ Company
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United Sates
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Department of State
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House. of .Representatives
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Minot Peck and Dorsey mail routes contract dispute
Testimony outlines agreement among Minor, Peck, and J W Dorsey over three mail routes and shares dating from August 16 1878 with one third to Vaile, one sixth to Minor, one sixth to Peck, and one third to Dorsey in some territories. Witness recalls no formal time extension and notes verbal arrangements prior to contract signing.
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Cairo and Alexandria Reports on Egypt Expedition Movements
An English captive Dechair caused excitement in Cairo as troops moved toward Teleikebiry. Adda, a chief clerk, arrived in Alexandria from Cairo and described the trains and fortifications being set up between Cairo and Id Aglia. The treasury held £200,000 amid tense operations as naval forces prepare occupation of forts. The Porte informed the Khedive’s government it funds expedition costs, while Sir Auckland Colvin warned banks against Turkish drafts.
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Temporary Ministers From British Squadron In Egypt Voyage
Special Dispatch reports a British squadron carrier Cat alonia delivering General Sir Edward Hamley and General Evelyn Wood plus a West Kent regiment to Egypt. Queen Victoria greeted officers aboard Alberta with visitors later aboard. In Commons, dialogue discusses Russo Turkish indemnity and Irish strike fears. Government stance remains cautious on foreign ships and intervention risks.
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Fever quarantine and a murder trial report from a troubled period
A chaotic dispatch details yellow fever fears and quarantine measures at port and inland towns, noting no confirmed fever cases at Laredo. It also reports a high-profile murder trial in Taylor County ending with a not guilty verdict after a lengthy process, followed by a private execution of Walter Yeates for Presley Ke. Anderson’s murder, with guards and officials present.
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Ebensburg Borer Petition in Newburg Case
A petition filed in Newburg New York seeks to arrest and extradite an alleged poker and gambling figure tied to the 1877 era. The subject, who recently traveled between California and Newburg, denies guilt of cheating Weed and conspiring with Hedges. The case involves a sheriff’s action to prevent traveling and address charges.
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Fragmentary OCR News Note Adds Few Clear Names
The readable bits reference workers and protection of American labor but lack coherent names, dates, or places, yielding a sparse item about labor themes without identifiable individuals or events.
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