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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1875

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2

Congressional Buzz and Senate Caucus Updates

Enthusiastic supporters spread a report that Gen. Butler may move to Fall River and seek the House seat after Mr Buffinton’s death. Johnson’s speech is anticipated to spark sharp debate among Senators over impeachment managers and proceedings. The Senate caucus confirms Col. R H French remains Serjeant at Arms and Rev. Byron Sunderland remains Chaplain.

Wassindtoy Manca Gen Butler Fall River Buffinton Johnson Andrew Johnson Senate Col R. H. French Byron Sunderland John R. French Charles Kennedy J. J. Christy Capt Ashley French Dr Sunderland

Ice gorge on Delaware river alarms Port Jervis area

Immense ice gorge in the Delaware river above Port Jervis raises anxiety among nearby residents. Many are preparing to move out at the first alarm though some dismiss disaster fears. Engineers study the irregular glacier formation while experiments with explosives attempt to hasten breakup.

New York Delaware River Port Jervis

Johnson corrections on Tilton interview at last Boston seance

Oliver Johnson testified to corrections about his prior statements regarding meeting Tilton. He said he had dined with Tilton at Tilton's house, attended a Boston seance in September, and that the woman previously named as close to Tilton was not Bessie Turner. He referred to a May 1874 dining occasion at his own house before leaving the stand.

New York Beach Fullerton Miss Oakley Mrs Tilton Mrs Field Bessie Turner Tilton Deacon Curtis Boston Johnson Mr Shearman Mr Hill Mr Parker Mra Tilton Mr Tilton Anthon Oxford Street Christ Anthony Stanton Plymouth Church Florence Tilton Clinton Lowell Bostyn Massachusetts Theodore Tilton Titton Miss Proctor Beecher Mr Beecher Luther Woodall Tuilien Mra Woodbull Charleston Cowley Brisbane Washington Tilson Metropolitan Woodhull Gen. Butler Sumner Ceare New England John Stuart Mill Justice Chase Joe Mra Wu Mra Wacoassell Eaby Anton Tre Ova Bat Wawid Nes Iber Charles Sumner Redpath Hunt Brothers Lowell Times Oliver Johnson Shearman Hill Evarts Labor Reform Party Mass James Harmon Farrington Muree Morse Nolle Indiana Illinois

Adjourment Ends Cowley Testimony as Court Rests

The court adjourned for the day after Mr Cowley's testimony concluded and he left the stand.

Obsequies of Congressman in Fall River Draw Big Crowds

Funeral services for the late congressman were held at Joseph L. Burlinton’s residence with mourners gathering en route to Oak Grove Cemetery. Clergy from several churches led prayers and hymns. Flowers from Easton and sister, Woodward of Boston, Bourne and Hatch of New Bedford, Randall, the Post Office, and the deceased’s children, decorated the rooms and procession.

Fall River Mass C. W. Greene & Sope First Congregational Church Joseph L. Burlinton A.D. Easton Charlies Woodward Boston Jonathan Bourne A. D. Hatch New Bedford Chas. A. Randall Post Office Dr Adams Congress Oak Grove First Congregationalist Church Misses Bridgeman Ramsay Messrs Andrews Pritchard J.T. Lincoln F. H. Stafford Wm. C. Davos Wm. Mason Charles Q. School Edmund Chace C. W. Greene D. A. Brayton

Tax on bank notes and checks clarified by Commissioner Douglass

New York March 11. F D Tappen, president of the Gallatin Nations Bank, asks the Commissioner of Internal Revenue three questions on stamp taxes. Douglass answers that bank payable notes and acceptances are taxable if intended to be paid by the bank, including those prior to February 8, 1875. checks drawn by a bank on itself for dividends or interest are taxable. checks drawn by state county or city officers on public bonds are exempt if bonds are kept separate from private accounts. He notes that orders for dividends may be taxed if definite in amount, ordinary bank deposits are not, interest and coupons are exempt, foreign bills are taxable, duplicates are liable, and rents receipts are exempt.

New York F. D. Tappen Gallatin Nations Bank Commissioner of Internal Revenue Douglass J. W. Douglass

Sheridan Presses Wheeler Plan in Louisiana Crisis

Gen. Sheridan met with President Grant in Washington to report a three week improvement in Louisiana. He expects the Wheeler compromise to be accepted and a troop withdrawal after full settlement. Publics faith in peace grows as Louisiana commerce resumes. The Louisiana Investigating Committee met but adjourned due to returns and absent members.

New York the Tribune Sheridan Grant Louisiana Kellogg Wnnderstood Gen. Sheridan Washington New Orleans Chicago South Louisiana Investigating Committee Congress W. Walter Phelps Messrs Frye and Hoar

Delegates Meet in Columbus on Religious Amendment

One hundred thirty nine delegates from Ohio and Western Pennsylvania gather to act on a proposed religious amendment to the U S Constitution. Resolutions affirm the nations Christian heritage and that acknowledging God in the Constitution does not merge church and state, but asserts national Christian identity.

Columbus Ohio Pennsylvania United States God Lord Jesus Christ

Move to remove State Treasurer Cardozo faces legislature

In Charleston South Carolina on March 11 the Legislature presses a push to oust State Treasurer Cardozo. A joint committee has sent an address to the Governor demanding removal, with Cardozo to defend himself next Tuesday before the joint assembly before a vote on the address. Governor Chamberlain defends Cardozo, calling the movement notorious and driven by greed.

Charleston D. C Cardozo Bis Gov. Chamberlain News and Courier

Delegates Convene in Cleveland to Form Independent Party

About sixty delegates from twelve States and the District of Columbia gathered at Hollis Hall to establish a new independent critical party. J. A. Alleman presided as National Executive Committee chair. Prof. Gorton of Illinois was named chairman with J. T. Campbell and C. W. Campbell as vice presidents and A. G. Cameron of Illinois as secretary. Committees were formed to report on resolutions tomorrow.

Cleveland District of Columbia Hollis Hall J. A. Alleman Prof. Gorton Illinois J.T. Campbell Ulinois C. W. Campbell Virginia R. J. Tre

Gloucester Sailor Arrested for Fatal Assault Aboard Ship

John Baker cook on the schooner George P. Rust was arrested by City Marshal Cronin after a murderous assault on James White with metallic knuckles aboard the A. W. Dodd. White suffered a fractured jaw, severe head and neck injuries, and a partially severed tongue. Baker was ordered to recognize $10,000 for appearance on March 22 and jailed in Salem pending results.

Gloucester Mass John Baker George P. Rust Cronin James White A. W. Dodd White Baker Salem

Brown University Boys Beat Normal School Girls In Match

In Providence on March 11 the Brown University team defeated the Normal School girls in a full Music Hall crowd. Lieutenant Governor Van Zandt presided as the decennial census bill advances in the House. The drowning victim was identified as Thomas Foy, a vagrant. The Republican State Convention is set for March 25.

Providence R.I Thomas Foy House of Representatives Brown University Normal School Guv. van Zandt Brown Boys

Portau-Prince Fire Destroys 400 Houses and Losses Mount

Cable despatches report the Great Conflagration at Port-au-Prince where four hundred houses were burned and the city faced immense losses. The dispatch also notes political turmoil including Miss Mordaunt’s adultery conviction and Valmaseda’s proclamation amid Canadian rebellion. Mexican intelligence is mentioned among other items.

Cunningham & Co Furniture Emporium Announcement

All city and suburban folk are invited to inspect stock at 296 Washington Street. The proclamation promotes furniture in all woods and carpets under an instalment plan with low prices and a motto live and let live. Visit opportunity to buy cooking stoves and parlor goods.

Cunningham & OO Washington Street Cunningham & CO Meckenny, Bullard & Co Boston

Cushing Presents Credentials to King Alfonso in Madrid

The United States Minister Caleb Cushing delivered his credentials to King Alfonso in Madrid. He pledged to strengthen friendship and convey American wishes for Spain’s prosperity, urging the king to follow illustrious predecessors in advancing discovery and civilization in America. The Virginians affair convention between Spain and the United States was signed in Madrid on March 5 and will be ratified today.

Madrid Caleb Cushing United States Alfonso Spain America Paris N. Y Berlin Daily News Gustav

No Choice for Governor Hallmarks New Hampshire Vote

Reports from Concord and Manchester indicate no governor elected by the people with no decisive results in Districts Two and Four. Democrats claim a Senate majority and House doubt persists as unions of returns from several districts suggest mixed outcomes. Alpheus Gay is elected Mayor after a city council vote and a formal declaration.

Senate Manchester Concornn N. H Bell Jones Republians Blair Mancy Union Democrat Concord Priest Apnn Alpheus Gay Charles C. Keniston Ira Cross Simons Gay Weston

Frictions Over French Troop Concentration and Papal Obedience

Berlin reports deny French troop concentration plans in the Eastern Departments and a German threat to mobilize two army corps on the Rhine. In London, The Times notes Germany asking Italy if the Pope will remain exempt from legal obligations and complains the Pope is using liberty to foment rebellion in Germany.

Berlin Tagsblatt France Germany Rhine London the Times Italy

Parliaments Tippearary Election Quietly Held

Parliamentary election in Tipperary passed off quietly as about a third abstained including clergy and leading tradesmen. Conservative Moore posted notices declaring Mitchel ineligible and votes for him void. counting suggests Mitchel leads by about 1000. Easter adjournments set for Lords March 19 to April 7 and Commons March 25 to April 5 with budget due April 15. Lady Mordaunt found guilty of adultery.

Tipperary Corkk Moore Mitchel London House of Lords House of Commons Mordaunt

MacMahon rejects Pasquier as Interior Minister

The Times Paris correspondent reports MacMahon yielded to Bonapartist intrigues and refused DAudiffret Pasquier the Interior post, dealing a blow to broad respect for the head of State. MacMahon favored Buffet for the ministry and D Audiffret is likely to be elected Assembly President.

Londown The Times Paris MacMahon D’audiffret-Pasquier MacMahoner Buffet D’audifret

Resignation of Baron Senborn Reported in Vienna

Vienna reports the Emperor has accepted Baron Senborn’s resignation as Minister at Washington. A royal meeting is also announced with King Victor Emmanuel to be held in Venice next month.

Baron Senborn Vienna Washington Londonn Emperor of Austria Victor Emanuel Venice

U S Charge DAffaires Schuyler Recall Report Denied

The report that Prince Gortschakoff asked for the recall of Mr Schuyler United States Charge dAffaires at Petersburg is untrue according to a London dispatch dated March 11. The denial clarifies there was no such request.

Washington Gen. Sheldon Congress Louisiana United States Court of Commissioners of Alabama Claims New Orleans Alabama Claims U. S London Prince Gortschakoff Schuyler Petersburg

Financial Market Highlights From London to Liverpool

Royal Bank bullion and reserves rise modestly in London with 67 000 pounds added and 39 percent reserve ratio. Paris reports 9 027 000 francs in French bank specie growth. Liverpool notes steady cotton trade with 18 000 bales sold and prices drifting by shillings per pound for uplands and Orleans varieties. Pork and lard values listed with clear middling ranges and London rates for U S bonds.

London Bank of England Erie U.S U. S Paris Bank of France Liverpool Uplands Orleans

Proclamation by Valmaseda amid Cuban rebellion and port fire losses

The Havana proclamation promises reinforcements from Spain and urges fair treatment of soldiers as insurgents burn sugar plantations near Santa Clara. In Port au Prince a February fire destroyed much of the historic northern city, with about 400 houses lost and property valued around 2 million dollars, while an American merchant, Mr J B Hepburn, died attempting to rescue belongings.

Cuba Valmaseda Port Au-Prince Havana Valmasera Spain Santa Clara New York J. B. Hepburn

Conference of railroad representatives opens Newburg link plan

In New York, March 11, a conference resumed on a Boston to New England rail corridor linking the Hudson River to New England. Leaders from Dutchess and Columbia, New York and New England railways, the Erie, and engineers settled preliminaries for a June-1 opening. A Jersey gap fill and Delaware Belt line would extend the route toward Belvidere, uniting Pennsylvania coal regions with New England markets. The Philadelphia dispatch notes Erie Pennsylvania tensions and potential legal action over freight customers, with Van derbilt and Scott involved. J K Graves of River Railroad responds to Boston party charges, promising a published statement.

Boston West New York Newburg Baltimore and Ohio Iowa Railroad Hudson River New England Erie Joseph F. Joy Dutchess and Columbia Road William H. Barnum Connecticut Road C. P. Clark Berdell Mortgage Dutchess and Columbia Road Erie Railway Boston, Hartford and Erie Railway Company New Jersey Belvidere Delaware Pennsylvania System of Lehigh Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad Pennsylvania Philadelphia Pennsylvania Road Israad Vanderbilt Tom Scott CubaGco Dubuque J. K. Graves The River Railroad Rairoad

Fire consumes Gurney Block in Salem Ohio

The Commercial's Salem Onto special reports Gurney Block in Salem Ohio burned early this morning. Owner Hon. J. T. Brooks faces estimated loss of 15 000 to 20 000 with insurance not yet ascertained. Occupants Curr Tescher Co Schilling Bryan Lloyd Dazzie Knights of Pythias Board of Education and others suffered substantial losses.

Cincinnati Salem Gurney Block J. T. Brooks Curr Tescher & Co Schilling & Bryan Lloyd & Dazzie Knights of Pythias Board of Education

Fall River Weavers Consider Reopening Mills

The Bor der City Herald urges strikers to return to work en masse with no pledges, trusting Treasurers and Superintendents to act by April first. Weavers' Union learns Lonesdale Rhode Island sent 500 dollars to aid. A mass meeting at Temple Hall is planned for tomorrow evening to discuss urgent business.

Fall River Mass Marcy 11 Border City Weavers’ Union Lonesdale, R.I Temple Hall

Paterson Silk Weavers Strike for Ten Percent Wages

The silk weavers of Paterson New Jersey have struck for a ten percent wage increase. A Seventh Ward Republican Club in Philadelphia has nominated James G Blaine for President. A Florence Arizona despatch says Ola Bender the Kansas murderer remains there awaiting Gov Osborne's requisition. Chas C Whittlesey a noted lawyer and writer on law topics died in St Louis after moving from Connecticut thirty six years ago. A Sioux City despatch notes many strangers joining Gordon s Black Hills expedition planned to start April fifth with over one thousand men. George C Hammond once claiming knowledge of the Cumberland Treasury robbery has been discharged from the Kennebec Jail as no indictment was found and Gov Gaston s requisition never arrived.

Florence Arizona Ola Bender Kansas George C. Hammond Cumberland Kennebec Gaston Hana

Turmoil in Mexico and Mormon plans amid unrest

Reports from Mexico describe attempted revolts blocked by Gen. Rocha, sectarian tensions in Acapulco with Catholics and Protestants clashing, and an American, James Morris from Boston, killed in Acapulco. Mission plans for a Mormon colony in Sonora continue as earthquakes rock Orenaga and Minatitlan. Apache raids drive migrants from Sonora toward California and Arizona.

Acapulco Nora City OF Mexico Havana Rocha Michoacan Guanajuato Fiepry Morris Boston Foster Episcopal Palace Sonora Orezaga Minatitlan Washington Lola Vera Cruz San Francisco Ures Campas California Arizona

Chicago Wheat Leads Market amid Mixed Prices and Demand

Chicago reports strong flour demand and mixed grain moves with wheat higher yet closing weak while oats and barley lag. Corn and rye show steady to firm tones. hogs and pork rise in value. Receipts and shipments for flour, wheat, corn, oats, and barley noted across Chicago St Louis Milwaukee and Toledo markets.

Chicago Corp Abc Zike Sr Louis Milwaukee Toledo Michigan Dayton Baltimore Detroit Charleston Providence RI

The Powers of the Provinces Debate in Ottawa

In the House of Commons the Costigan motion for a imperial address to amend the British North American Act to aid New Brunswick minority views is debated. Mr McKenzie moves an amendment arguing UK legislation infringing provincial powers would violate constitutional rights and endanger provincial autonomy.

Ottawa Ont House of Commons Costigan New Brunswick McKenzie United Kingdom Cauchon Oere Bunster British Columbia

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