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Newspaper
Cedartown Express
Location
Cedartown, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1878
Page
2
The Express notes the marriage of J B Nathans of the Bravawick Seaport appeal and praises Col Willingham of the Free Press for gifting clothes. It mentions Waterman of the LaGrange Typorter and teases the editor's return to work amid local curiosity.
Gov Wade Hampton deteriorated to a critical condition but improved as physicians ordered amputation of his leg last Wednesday. He reportedly endured the operation heroically while the South Carolina legislature elected him to the United States Senate for a six year term. The vote was unanimous among the present senators, including Republicans, with two Beauford Negroes voting against Mackey in the house.
Washington December 0 1878 report that Mr Ed mond a plans to ask the Senate next Monday to consider a bill regarding the method of counting for President and related matters. A special committee discussed the subject. Senator Mathews argued the bill, but action is uncertain this session. The Senate refused to commit amid calls for more debate. Amendments from Democratic Senators are expected and discussions may be lengthy. The House earlier passed two appropriation bills including Fortification and West Point. they go to committees for disposition at an early day.
Generals Sherman and Meigs favor transferring the Indian Bureau to the War Department, a move said to be opposed by fear of Congressional reductions in force. Speaker Randall, recently arrived, boosts Democratic prospects for 1880 and may seek a 1884 presidential nomination, drawing mixed opinions.
Weather cool and Buchanan improving rapidly. Richmond candidate for Haralaou county coroner unnamed. Many from older counties hunting in Haraleoy this week. Bill Wright from P lk in town last Friday. Local social events include weddings at the Barker and Wilson homes, a grand dinner, and a visit by Col. Beall of Dallas noting peace in Paulding. Dr D B Head, Rev Henry Williams, and Jonathan Williams figure in town notices.
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