Tax and Appropriation Actions Stir Congress
The duty on sugar and molasses rises twenty five percent and whiskey taxes shift with new rates. Tobacco taxes increase with future production. Two appropriation bills become law the Naval and Fortification bills. Utah polygamy issue shows weak support for expulsion of Delegate Cannon as reform committees lose clout.
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Republican Split Over President's Arkansas Policy
In Congress a wide Republican division is evident over the Presidents Arkansas policy. Some seek an early House vote on the Poland report to register disapproval, while Radicals defend the Presidents actions as consistent with recent reforms. They argue reorganization of the state government and the new constitution were achieved by revolutionary means, contrary to his proposals.
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Henry V at Booths Theatre a grand Shakespeare spectacle
The Henry V production at Booths Theatre drew a large New York audience. George Rignold led the cast as Henry V in a lavish tableau of 23 scenes, praised for historical accuracy, grand scenery, and stirring battle tableaux especially Agincourt. The show featured 43 performers and massive stage pictures, delivering a spectacular centerpiece of the season.
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England
Tilton Cross-Examination Continues In Beecher Case
The testimony covers contracts with the Independent and the Brooklyn Union, arbitration talks with Bowen, and Seth Moulton’s role. Tilton details letters, interviews, and efforts to control publicity around Beecher and Tilton, with references to Woodhull, Morse, and public scandal.
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New York
Woodfull
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Evarts
Carlist Victories Reported As Hostilities Pause In North
The Carlist committee in Lopdon claims Don Carlos troops won a major victory over Alfonsists with 7600 killed or wounded. The Daily News cites 500 killed and wounded plus three cannon. Alfonsistas suspend hostilities in the North at Hendaye as fortifications are strengthened. Carlist chieftain Mendiri is arrested for treason. Valmaseda named Captain-General of Cuba with departure planned on the 15th.
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Grant's Arkansas Message Sparks Editorial Fallout
New York Herald and other papers attack President Grant over his Arkansas message. They argue Congress should act without his coercive threats and warn that military moves to install Brooks would destabilize the state and damage the Union. The editorial chorus calls for resignation and cautions Republicans.
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Fire at Brooklyn Winter's Point destroys school and four buildings
A blaze at fire engine house No. 5 in Winter's Point Brooklyn New York causes the loss of 40000 dollars with 45000 insurance. Three officers are seriously burned while rescuing children. Minnie and Augusta Leavy aged 10 and 7 die and their father is fatally burned. The fire is believed incendiary amid rivalry between Engine Company No. 5 and another unit.
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Winter’s Point
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Augusta Leavy
Merchants Mall Strike Daily Turmoil Amid Police Presence
In River Massachusetts the Merchants Mall strike continued with no gain in worker numbers. State Police presence sparked mixed feelings among staff but order was maintained. A large Bedford street crowd hooted for amusement rather than protest as wages were discussed. Weavers at three mills faced a 25 cent offer to restart, while deputations plan action in other mills and Jude Swinton Vanguarda Society aid was noted.
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New York City
Temple Hall
Supreme Court Hears Virginia Minor Voting Rights Case
The Supreme Court focused on Virginia L. Minor and her husband challenging Missouri registrar Happersett for denying registration as a voter. The argument centered on US citizenship entitling women to vote for federal offices, with judges probing whether citizenship grants voting rights and how state regulation may not bar enjoyment.
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Carnival procession and tableaux dazzle Memphis crowd
In Memphis on February 9 the carnival drew huge crowds. A daytime parade featured Ulks, and the night showcased a grand Tableaux pageant with magnificent costumes illuminated by cabium lights, highlighting the event’s splendor.
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Funeral of Senator Buckingham Draws Wide Outpouring
Norwich Conn Feb 9 The funeral drew huge crowds from Lebanon Hartford New Haven and New London with officials and private delegates from state and federal levels. Notables Hamlin Sherman Fenton Washburn Stevenson Eaton Porter Gilman Ingersoll Gow Merriam Giesy led services at Broadway Church.</s>
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Debate on telegraph as post roads and press control
The Butler backed bill seeks post road status for telegraph lines and federal regulation of transmission of commercial and other intelligence. The accompanying report argues government power to own or control telegraph to curb prices and monopolies, criticizing Western Union and New York Associated Press for their business ties and pressure on news access. It warns that journals must submit to AP rules or lose telegraphic news, readers, and advertising.
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Record Cold Across Cities With Frigid February Readings
The chief signal officer reports temperatures below zero at multiple stations including Albany Buffalo Cleveland and Boston while North Platte Omaha and St Paul show above zero. Providence Syracuse New York Baltimore report extreme cold with 15 degrees below zero in Syracuse and four degrees above zero in New York.
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Clerical Charge Interdicted by German Authorities
The Bishop of Strasbourg issued a charge to his clergy claiming church persecution. German authorities seized the copies and banned promulgation. In France, the Bonapartist candidate in Cotes du Nord has withdrawn from the contest.
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Archduke Johann Salvator Arrested in Vienna over pamphlet
Archduke Johann Salvator of Tuscany an Austrian army officer has been ordered under arrest after a pamphlet on military reorganization in which he violently attacks Germany and says Austria and Germany are on the brink of war.
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Financial and Commercial Snippets From European Markets
Summary of European financial and commodity updates dated February 9. Reports cover Bank of England bullion drawdown of 500 pounds, Consols at 92 4/4, bullion and cotton markets in Liverpool and London, wheat and flour prices in the UK, and freight notes. Includes U S 5208 bonds at 1362 and overseas price movements in Paris and Frankfurt.
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Tobacco tax threatens trade says Cincinnati board
The Cincinnati Tobacco Board of Trade adopted resolutions opposing any tobacco tax hike as harmful to all trade branches and unlikely to increase revenue. The funeral of Hon. Samuel F. Hersey will be at his Bangor residence at 2 30 this afternoon, conducted by Rev. Amory Battles, with burial at Mt Hope Cemetery vault. Flags on public buildings will be at half mast. A Lowell coroner's inquest found Patrick Farrell died of apoplexy induced by intemperance at No 16 Lewis street, between 12 and 1 PM Friday February 5, from his alleged murder by his wife.
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