House and Senate Debates Over Appropriations and Tax Reform
The article reports on Senate and House actions May 29 including appropriations for the Mississippi River and its tributaries, the Ohio River, and various internal revenue measures. It notes a reduced customs district count, proposed consolidation, and debates over pensions, artesian wells, silk cultivation, and sorghum sugar extraction.
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Currency and Circulation in 1878 Era Debates
Comptroller Knozis views the present financial condition as improving with restored confidence possible as banks shed deposits. The McPherson bill is seen as the simplest action to expand currency and revive circulation, while warning of a summer contraction unless relief measures pass. Butler is nominated for president as Greenback party debates tariff and reforms.
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Way to Chicago Sees GA Delegation Split on Arthur Nomination
May 29 Washington report from the Georgia delegation portrays mixed support for Arthur, with Blaine and Arthur camps solidifying early then beginning to diverge. Logan emerges as a second choice in the South, while Wheeler and Her man loom as compromise options amid rumors of coalitions and shifting loyalties.
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Congressional Hegira Westward Delegation Heads to Chicago
Westineros reports a large congressional contingent travels to Chicago in waves. Eleven senators leave Washington by morning train and more House members join them tonight or this week. The party pairs with Democrats to reduce quorum, while President Arthur and cabinet officers also head to New York.
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OHIG COWARDS Fourth Regiment inquiry report
The court of inquiry into the Fourth Regiment riot at Cincinnati reports incompetency and disobedience of orders by Colonel F D Mott and other officers. Disbanding the regiment is recommended, with clear nucleus for a new unit. President Riddle seeks lay pension and bank deficiency updates surface as his condition improves.
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Minnesota Democrats Open Convention Deliberations in May 29
The Minnesota Democratic state convention elected delegates at large to Chicago and issued platforms condemning wasteful government, high tariffs, and taxation on essentials. It urged economy, reduction of taxes, and reform measures while supporting Tilden and reform ideals.
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Fish's Revelations On Grant Ward Contracts And Profits
Jaes D. Fish former president of the Marine bank testified about Grant & Ward affairs. He described consecutive entry numbers in a passbook, noted confidential contract details, and said profits from alleged flour contracts averaged 8 to 10 percent monthly. He disclosed large loan records and profits cited in monthly statements, with notable figures and names linked to the firm. He claimed to have discounted notes at high rates and observed government provisions tied to contracts.
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Macon Hosts Georgia Guards in Colorful Cavalry Day
Macon enjoyed a lively pageant as the Governor's Horse Guard paraded through town. A dress parade, field tilting, and prize awards highlighted a day of civic pomp with Mayor Corput greeting the riders and Macon police praised for their conduct.
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Twenty Five New Disciples of Blackstone Graduated in South Carolina
A South Carolina court session yesterday admitted twenty five law graduates to practice in all courts. Four notable graduates were colored men educated at Allan University under D Straker. The group plans to open offices across the state, prompting questions about future clients in a crowded legal field.
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Bank Robbery Elopement Probe at Hot Springs
Reported in May 20 lines, authorities hold a suspect in custody. The Hot Springs banker case links to a planned elopement with Mrs. Steel and a cipher key possibly tied to the bank robbery. Officers continue investigations as details emerge from the captured evidence and testimonies.
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