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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Times
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1873
Page
1
The article argues public opinion dictates punishment, criticizing hangings and the risk of executing innocents. It discusses deterrence, the ineffectiveness of capital punishment, and calls for alternative measures to reduce crime while preserving justice and social order. It notes the rise of executions in various states and questions the moral justification of the death penalty.
The article notes a historical belief that power and intellect cluster in the north temperate zone and that as culture rises, civilization shifts north. It criticizes land companies advertising warm climates to northerners, warning most schemes end in dissatisfaction despite initial promises of sunshine and fortune, and ends with a speculative Pilgrim reference to Plymouth Rock.
The piece argues thatInitial reverses forge national character and energy, citing Massachusetts Bay, Valley Forge, and the Revolution as crucibles. It contrasts northern vigor with southern prosperity, asserting climate and circumstance forged American strength despite hardship.
The piece summarizes opinions from the Railway Review on whether states should take control of railroads. It notes General Stark studied Belgium’s government backed system, reporting six percent returns on government lines versus weaker private lines, and remarks Belgium’s population density and size as considerations. Stark did not oppose state management but doubted its success.
The St Louis Democrat extents consolation on corruption exposure as a public good even if punished parties escape penalties. It notes the preventive power of investigative fees and accuses Horechel V Johnson Co. of conspiring to drain $70,000,000 from the public treasury via political influence, with details about alleged appropriation schemes and party behavior.
In regular session the City Council examined the late mayor and treasurer accounts. Details show licenses and taxes totaling 93,851.22 with expenditures of 67.51 over receipts. a balance due to Hon. Harrison is recommended. Other items include vouchers, bridge coupons, and personnel salaries. committee appointments and city staff regulations are discussed.
The piece lauds Caldwell as a fallen political figure who traded votes in Kansas. It laments his removal from office, notes the impact on money in Kansas, and suggests his withdrawal unsettled the state’s political and financial climate. It mentions his sons and implies national implications.
A national chorus praises Governor Ger. Dis of New York for denying a death sentence reprieve under intense pressure. The New York World misreads the New Hampshire outcome, and Oregon letters condemn the Modoc Peace Commission as troublesome to residents. The author notes rough rhetoric and hints at harsh sentiment toward Native leaders, while commending firmness.
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