Mantor George votes on the Mended Whisky Bill
The Clinton Record reports on political debates as Senator George’s stance on the whisky bill is questioned. The piece notes Wall Street backing and a major claim that $85,000,000 might not reach the government, urging accountability and possible explanations to constituents.
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Clinton Record
Somtis
Wall Street
George
Tre Leaner
Howe
Tye Ile Pho
Wwe
White
Knott
Laveller
Leall
Southern Historical Society Seeks Mississippi Support For Archives
The Southern Historical Society, led by Gen. Maury, visits Mississippi to urge state aid for a national archive project. The society, formed in New Orleans in 1868 and now based in Richmond, preserves Confederate records, publishes volumes, and seeks a cooperative, endowment funded effort with Mississippi and other states to safeguard the history of the war.
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Geo. Dabecy H. Maury
Maury
No UW. Harris
Floweree
E. 5. Butts
Vicksburg
Washington
Col
W.H. McCardle
Mississippi
Tere
Claiborne
Southern Histories Society
A Mean Little Ching in fant Postmaster General
A small Lamar Mississippi paper The Dixie Boy edited by Waddie Hudson faces heavy postage charges a one cent per copy rate deemed unfair by the Assistant Postmaster General. The piece notes the cost would exceed yearly subscription price and urges a reduction. The notice also comments on Senator Bon Hill oratorical praise and a preserved South Carolina ordinance about secession.
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Lamar, Miss
Waddie Hudson
P. G
Mayor Lowenburg and Local Officials in Mixed Light
In Natchez a reader questions the mayor's public conduct after a $2 fine was levied for disorderly behavior. The debate hints at political tension and editorials. The piece notes Gov. Lowry’s appointment of Launch McLaurin as Chancellor of the Tenth District and mentions Meridian Mercury editor Hows with a paralytic attack, recalling fortunes and resilience.
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Lowenburg
Natchez
Lowry
Launch McLawin
Port Gibso
Tenth Chancery District
J. §. van Eaton
McLaurin
Georgia mourns as Gov. A. L. Stephens dies in office
Georgia newspapers report the death of Gov. A L Stephens at 3 20 am after a decline in health following a motor from Savannah. Funeral plans set for Crawfordsville with remains held at the executive mansion then interred at Oakland cemetery. He served since 1835, leaving a will and bequests to his brother’s children and Col John A Stephens.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Gov. A. IL. Stephens
Caolin Stephens
Cal. Greer
Tinton Stephens
State House
Gov. Stephens
Illneay
Savannah
Taliaferro County
Pranklin College
Athens
Crawfordsville
S. Boynton
State Senate
Griffn
Stephens
Judge Stephens
Col
John A. Stephens
Executive Mansion
Taureday
Oakland Cemetery
Whisky Tax Loophole Battle Sparks Public Debate
A powerful whisky lobby presses Congress to store government taxed whisky for three years without tax payments, seeking a large interest-free loan. The proposal, backed by Rep Sherman and supported by Senator George, faces strong public opposition over class legislation and the public’s tax burden. The Baptist Record urges voters to curb whisky influence by electing officials with no ties to the industry.
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Congress
United States
George
John Sherman
Closing Scenes of the Forty-seventh Congress
A crowded Capitol scene in Wasmyeros describes the Forty-seventh Congress adjourning after long hours. Senators and Representatives, returning in Sunday attire, bid farewell as the Capitol grew quiet, with Bayard and Anthony and others reporting no further communication to the President.
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Wasmyeros
Capitol
House
Bayard
Anthony
Senate
Hiscock
Robeson
Atkins
Edmonds
Law Changes in Rent and Landlord Tenant Ties
A summary of evolving landlord tenant law notes shifts from common law on rent liability to a state lien on crops for rent. The new lien priority places rent before other claims, with landlord liens also extending to supplied goods within mortgage constraints. The 1880 and 1882 statutes mark transition, reflecting legislative updates impacting tenants and landlords.
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Trent
Railway history and distant odds amid scattered notes
A jumbled mix cites early railway milestones and global notes, mentioning 1824 opening between Davington and Stoeton, 1830 Liverpool line, and rail travel statistics. It weaves in fantasy names Goliah and Ged, a naval sword tale, a jute seed shipment to Mississippi, and assorted political chatter about Senate races and elections.
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Davington
Stoeton
Marchese
Liverpoog
Seat
Minlwar
Jersod
Malspoud
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Otter Dackson
MAP Chancery Clerk
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