Abbott in Montreal as murder suspect linked to Mrs Crue case
Report says Abbott, the alleged killer of Mrs Crue, is in Montreal. Boston to Maine voyage rumor denied as he stayed away from the sailing vessel bound for Maine. Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway directors in New York saw Boston directors resign and New York replacements chosen. Morris Wyzanski committed suicide at the American House, likely amid illness and low mood. Senator Bayard spoke in Washington urging resumption of specie payments.
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Bayard Voices Resolve on Money Powers and Permanent Resumption
Senator Bayard argues for a permanent resumption of specie payments and criticizes legal tender notes as dangerous. He warns that paper money fuels inequality, questions Supreme Court interpretations, and urges action to stabilize value and protect labor and capital. He cites gold reserves, debt, and national projects like a canal as context for monetary policy.
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Adams proposes federation and pooling to regulate railroads
Charles Francis Adams Jr before the House Commerce Committee endorsed a Massachusetts plan for a federation or pooling commission to concentrate public opinion on railroads. He argued for minimal legislation, relying on concrete cases and a single clearinghouse system to address interstate railroad abuses and ensure accountability.
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Boynton vs Loring election case heard by committee
In the contested election case Boynton vs Loring the Election Committee heard arguments on extending time. Gen Butler urged admission of evidence on 138 Amesbury votes. John Loring opposed for Dr Loring while Gen Butler pressed the motion. A separate note reports a Pennsylvania Republican meeting at Senator Cameron’s with Blaine as a potential second choice. Yorktown memorial bills pass the House. Josephine Meeker testifies on the White River Massacre with emotional testimony. Senate Finance advances John Morton’s Revenue Collector nomination for San Francisco.
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Sound Money and Legal Tender Debate in the Senate
Senator Bayard argues against fiat currency and warns that legal tender notes distort value. He urges maintaining gold and silver coin as true money and cites past monetary policy failures and the 1862 act restricting note use for imports and debt payments. The debate notes public opinion and calls for restoring a stable monetary standard. Executive session follows and the chamber adjourns.
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Brilliant reception in Vermont honors two marriages
Correspondence from Boston reports a wedding reception at Post Mills Vermont for William Chubb brother of the host and Miss Jenny Guild, and for Charles Powell and Hannah Ramsdell. The event featured lanterns, an illuminated arch, dancing, a crystal centerpiece, ornate cake, and music by Bliss Ladd and Miss Graffem of Baltimore.
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Libel Suit in Manchester Over Damages Claim
G M J Barnes a traveling Bible agent sues Campbell and Hanscomb late proprietors of the Daily Union for 5000 dollars for an alleged libel in which Barnes was described as a thief in an December 27 1877 publication. The case went to the jury amid great interest as the courtroom was crowded and a verdict awaited.
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Maine Judges Rule Fusionist Legislature Not Legally Constituted
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court declines to recognize the Fusionist bodies at Augusta and holds the Republican Legislature as the legally constituted authority. The decision cites improper certification of elections, illegal summonses, and the inorganizing actions of the Governor and Council. It affirms the Senate led by Joseph A. Locke as the legitimate body and rejects the Fusionist claims.
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Fusionists mood sinks as court decision settles stand
In Augusta Maine on January 27 Fusionists gather at Pillsbury offices and hotels after court ruling. Leaders indicate retreat from opposition and plan to seat in the Legislature, while preparations begin to take valuation and address underrepresented towns.
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Rail clash at Haverstraw over private railway land
A heated struggle over the Albany and Jersey City Railroad's plan to lay track on private property in Haverstraw led to injunctions and a mass ditch blocking the site. Workers and police clashed with residents, with several railroad staff harmed as a mob halted construction. The dispute shifts to court resolution as calm returns.
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Deluge at St Kitts Devastates Town and Ruins
A New York letter from January 12 reports 36 inches of rain in six hours at St Kitts. The reservoir behind the town broke, washing away houses and causing about 200 deaths with 45 bodies recovered. Debris filled streets nine feet deep. land slipped from the mountain, damaging crops and roads. Estimated damage stands at $250,000 as relief subscriptions begin.
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Lowell Council Considers Abandonment Of 25000 Bequest
Lowell Mass January 27 The City Council hears petitions from J F Kimball trustee and Clemence legatees to abandon all claims to the conditional 25000 bequest to the city A hearing is set for next Tuesday The Mayor may seek an act from the Legislature to fix voting list errors Executive session bills approve police Harris relief discharge of three super numerary officers Licenses committee pushes stricter liquor enforcement detailing Harris McCaffrey Stevens and sets fee tariff for inns victuallers wholesalers and retailers The report remains on the table for one week
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Timar Arrested in Downey Murder Probe in New York
Edward Timar was arrested on suspicion of involvement in Annie Downey’s murder. Identified by Mrs. Schmidt and a colored servant, he was committed pending the inquest. He says he has information about the case amid a manhunt for a principal suspect. Pierce McHenry faces murder charges in Brooklyn.
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Fire Damages Mills and Homes Across Maine Cities
Portland Maine fire damages the stock of George D. Hillman & Co in Portland to between 8000 and 10000 dollars with 8750 dollar insurance and 500 dollar building loss. Capt John Armstrong’s residence, also in Portland, insured for 1500 on the house and 500 on furniture. Old Orchard building owned by Moses S Milliken and leased to M M Duke burned, estimated loss 800 dollars with incendiary cause.
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Negro emigration to St Louis accelerates from the South
In St Louis on January 27 a flood of Black migrants arrived by steamer and quickly moved on to Kansas. Additional arrivals last night show many with funds, mainly from East Baton Rouge Louisiana, Washington County and Grenada Mississippi. An agent reports 900 families seeking northern transport and about 700 immigrants already in St Louis with 300 more awaiting aid to proceed.
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