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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1867
Page
2
A Democratic letter accuses Judge Sharswood of opposing national currency legal tender. It recalls Maximilian’s death, Franco‑British reactions to Juárez, and Surratt’s trial details. The piece frames Sharswood as a traitor to Union finance and laments his possible Supreme Court elevation.
A long county column attacks a platform adopted by the Lost Cause faction, condemns resolutions endorsing railroad policy and Judge Sharswood, and questions motives behind street vacating acts. It argues about temperance reform, treasury theft, and retrenchment while asserting the county Democratic ticket remains worthy of support.
A Senate debate centers on limiting session business to removing obstructions to Reconstruction acts. The Democrats initially absent, then rejoin to vote. Mr Anthony proposes restricting further reconstruction or related legislation this session, a view echoed by the House.
Local report discusses attendance at a Lost Cause convention, notes zero attendance from seven county townships, and mentions a new secret group called the Mighty Host of Minute Men. Also covered are Santa Anna's fate, a hoax about Custar's command, the Suratt trial, and debates over Maximilian’s execution and Judge Sharoot’s possible removal.
A letter argues against associating Hades with a place of torment, citing Psalm 16 10 and Acts 2 31 to claim Sheol and Hades denote the grave and the state of death. The writer contends translators hid immortal soul doctrine by not rendering Hades as the grave.
A reader questions Bible translation for passages using hades and sheol. The letter argues that translating these terms as grave or hell alters theology, asserting the Bible does not teach eternal torment or a separate spirit world. The writer urges accurate rendering to avoid proving divine destruction of the wicked.
The 1864 account by Samuel Adams from San Francisco details an expedition down the Colorado River and argues for its navigability to spur railroad links and mineral wealth. Adams faces opposition from insurance and railroad interests while claiming the river could support steamers for 680 miles, potentially extending toward Green River and Denver.
The Williamsport Republican platform is praised for vigor and patriotism while contrasting with Harrisburg abortion talk. It portrays the party as living and energetic, fighting for country rather than a disheartened political clique. It claims the platform will propel eight candidates while Democratic resolutions sink one.
The New Orleans Republican announces General Longstreet’s pardon and suggests other prominent Confederate generals will prove their sincerity by laying down arms and joining the Republican party to support Congress.
The Pennsylvania Republican State Convention met to nominate a Supreme Court judge, Henry W. Willi of Allegheny, and adopted a platform defining Radicalism. It calls for strong guarantees against treason, criticizes Johnson's Administration, supports Reconstruction laws, and endorses Sheridan and Sickles. It condemns punishment excessive beyond confiscation and upholds impartial suffrage committee consideration. The piece asserts Pennsylvania aims for Union reconstruction and moderates vengeance.
The third trial of the U S Steamer Palas using crude petroleum as fuel instead of coal steamed 44 miles in four hours ten minutes, with eight barrels of petroleum. Leaders on board praised the invention's practicality and safety and passed resolutions commending Col H R Foote and associates and thanking naval officers.
Washington report states the Reconstruction Committee met and approved a bill to place provisional rebel governments under military command. It empowers commanders to remove officials, control registration, and limit civil court jurisdiction, with Senate consent required for removal. A companion bill by Mr. Edmunds offers a less stringent alternative.
Joseph Travelli reports nearly 2000 dollars raised for the South relief from Harmony Society Economy and others. Donations largely through Young Men's Christian Association aided by W. F. Mitchell and Oscar M. Waringwat Florence Alabama. Distributions reached hundreds in Tennessee Georgia and Alabama with widows orphans sick and former soldiers aided.
A July eighth reminiscence questions if Gettysburg’s outcome is neglected by politicians and apathy. It contrasts 1864 and 1866 Democratic conventions with current views on war, conscription, and state court power, urging vigilance in electing a Supreme Court lawyer and preserving battlefield verdict.
Salt Lake Vidette reports Brigham Young declaring Amasa Lyman Orson Tyde and Orson Pratt excommunicated from the church. Orson Hyde named president of a twelve apostle quorum. Pratt labeled an unbeliever. Also notes improving Utah crops, a peace bid with the Crown Indians, and the steamer Octavia bringing Capt. W D Spear’s remains after a murder on the river frontier.
The piece critiques Judge Sharswood as a Democratic candidate for the Supreme Bench. It argues he endangered national credit during a perilous period and questions his fitness to be trusted. The author asserts the Telegraph would not endorse him, framing the evaluation as a National principles stance rather than a partisan vote.
Official dispatches today indicate serious complications may arise from Mexican actions in taking Santa Anna off the Virginia and insulting the American flag. General Grint's reports show Mexicans, emboldened by a recent triumph, have acted offensively toward American officers along the Rio Grande, raising fears of an outbreak if conduct persists.
Gen Thomas Francis Meagher secretary and acting governor of the territory fell from the Tompson steamer at Fort Benton on July 1 and drowned. He had been away on public business and had secured arms for troops. His remains were not found by nightfall as currents and darkness hindered search. The item notes public mourning and reflects on Mexican peace and political questions in a separate commentary.
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