Senate Silver Bill Appears Ready for Two-Thirds Margin
Washington dispatch notes Controller Knox expects a two thirds Senate majority for the silver bill as Finance Committee reports. Other items mention Railway Postal Superintendents seeking uniform procedures, potential House-Democrat alliances, and a Confederate-era official Lamar succeeding French. Court of Inquiry verdict on the Huron will deem navigation error.
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Washincton
Knox
Senate
Finance Committee
Judiciary
Smalls
Congress
House Democrats
Adams
Lamar
Tally Clerk French
Court of Inquiry
Belgium Mission and Consulates in Rio Grande Fuss
Gece dispatch notes State Department doubts Emery Bauschamp as Minister to Brussels and Peixotto for St Petersburg amid Russia tensions. Kreissman to stay Berlin. Rio Grande dispute prompts cautious Republican view of possible war, with Democrats predicting it may aid administration solidification.
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Wasutheron
State Department
Emery Bauschamp
Brussels
Peixotto
St. Petersburg
Russia
Roumania
Herman Kreissman
Berlin
Rio Grande
Pinchback Retires From Senate Race in Letter to Nicholls
Washington December 9 Pinchback writes Gov Nicholls that he withdraws from the contest for a U S Senate seat. He accuses Senators of inconsistent conduct, contrasting Kellogg's support with earlier partisan backing and questions sincerity and consistency in the political debate.
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Pinchback
Washington
Extensive Suits Against Mrs Gaines in Equity in New Orleans
A group led by Ann Mary Kettel and Maria Shaefer filed in equity suits against Mrs Myra Clarnes of New Orleans. The petition alleges John Michael Zimmerman died intestate in Louisiana in 1835 leaving property but no heirs or payments, claiming entitlement to land near Port Hudson and 28 000 acres around Baton Rouge, with associated disputes over ownership and priorities.
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Gaines
Washington
Ann Mary Kettel
Christian Kettel
Maria Shaefer
George Beiber
Catherine Eliz
Myra Clarnes
New Orleans
Anna Mary Shaefer
Germany
John Michael Zimmerman
Louisiana
Port Hudson
Ton Rouge
Treasury Statement Summary 1870s Disclosures
Treasury reports for week ending today show United States bonds held for security and circulation. Deposits secure transmission. withdrawals total 7000 dollars. National bank notes in circulation stand at 319,692,374 dollars with year comparisons for 1876 and 1877.
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Washington
Treasury
United States
Co Ae
National Bank
Appropriation Bills Hearings Ahead In Durham
The House Committee on Appropriations will meet Monday to outline the annual appropriation program. Delegates from Durham are expected to present pension outlines and related reports for consideration in the upcoming session.
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House
Durham
Aalraporoi
Mereay
Pacific Railways Committee Action on Vacant Chairmanship
Wasuhixeton Dec 8 The House Committee on Fortie Railroads held a formal session to address the vacancy in the chairmanship. F Merricens said he did not intend to seek the post unless it came by regular succession. Throck Waived claims for now as third on the list. The Texas Pacific Railroad inquiry is set to be a regular order at the next meeting.
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Pacific Railways Committee
Wasuhixeton
House Committee On
F. Merricens
Throcka
Texas Pacifc
Bien
Chamber of Deputies
MacMahon
Temps
M. Dufaure
London
Paris
le Soir
Senate
M. Barbie
Open Letter and Senate Moves Highlight Holiday Week
The report notes ex governor Pinchback of Louisiana addressing Governor Nicholls and a reshuffle with McCormick becoming Assistant Secretary of the Treasury while Hawke assumes the secretary's duties. Most senators plan no action this week amid holiday recess and silver bill discussions. A Saturday night Senate conference backed a unified movement and a National reenback League formed with a 25 member executive committee.
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Eustis
Senate
Classification of the New Legislature and Inauguration Details
A December report outlines the forthcoming Legislature’s makeup by occupation with 36 Senate members and a larger House, noting key professions and one unknown. It also mentions canvassing votes for several offices, a Supreme Court session, troop movements from Carlisle to the Texas border, fossil nuts from the coal period donated to the Agricultural College, and Governor’s Guard preparations for January ceremonies. An assault on Manor by two highway robbers is reported with Manor escaping.
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Columbus
National Soldiers’ Home
Dayton
Supreme Court
Board of Public Works
Young
Besretary Barnes
Little Cae
Illiams
Supreme Coins
Tate
United States
Yaesterday
Carlisle
Texas
Deet
Inapeetr
The
Agricultural College
Church Hill
Trumbull
Roy
Les Manor
Funeral for Hon. John D. Howland Draws Large Attendees
The Dec 8 funeral at Christ's Church drew a crowd filling the room beyond capacity. Prominent lawyers from Chicago and elsewhere attended, with judges Drummond and Blodgett among them, plus delegates from several cities. The pallbearers included W Hendrick and J Pyens as a carved shaft of justice stood nearby.
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SupraAna Pouts
John D. Howland
Christ’s Church
Drummond and Blodgett
Chicago
Williams. Bradley
H. N. Hibbard
Charles M. Osborne
Rock Island
William
Overhauling Indiana Officials under commission review
County Treasurer Hanway has returned from Colorado as the Board of County Commissioners orders two experts to conduct a full examination of the records books and accounts of the Treasurer Auditor Clerk and County Commissioners dating back to 1867. A possible third expert may be appointed to speed the process.
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Indianapolis
Hanway
Colorado
Board of County Commissioners
Boy killed by Wabash train near Peru
ADECATURE special reports Charley Cinbumber, a boy, was killed today near Peru while attempting to ride a train. The unknown tram conductor allegedly pulled away as the boy fell onto the tracks, the body said to have been cut into fragments.
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Ony Sep Yagemgeip
Aokomo, Inc
Charley Cinbumer
Peru
Associated Press
Wadeeok
Death of prominent Canton business man slows firm
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Gazette from Canton Ohio notes the death of M. L. Fast treasurer of Ballard Bast & Co at his residence at 10 o clock. The immediate cause of death was recorded as a complication of con ronice with his will and financial affairs.
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John. D. Howland
The
Cincinnati Gazette
Cincinnati Gasette
Canton, C
L. Fast
Ballard, Bast & Co
Fast
Foreign War Operations Near Erzeroum Delayed By Weather
In Kars on December 9 reports say Erzeroum operations may be postponed for a fortnight due to cold weather. A blockade is unlikely but Trebizond communications may be cut as a Russian division advances toward that region. In Constantinople December 8 the governor of Kossovo reports Servian forces at Yavor on December 5 and clashes at Sjenica.
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Kars
Erzeroum
Trebizond
Constantinople
Kossovo
Yavor
Sjenica
Turkey
Porte
Nisch
Bismarck Seeks Relieved Of Office Amid Conscription Moves
Reports from Bar11y say Prince Bismarck again asks to be relieved of his office. Sultan’s forces requisition street car horses for the army. Cear plans return to St Petersburg between December 23 and January 5. Suleiman Pasha reportedly traveled via Rasgrad toward Rustchuk last Friday.
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Bismarck
Prince Bismarck
Cear
St. Petersburg
Russian Losses Reported in Mariani and Elena Battles
A Bogot dispatch lists the battles of Mariani and Elena on the 4th as more costly for Russia than earlier reports. Fifty officers and 1,800 men killed or wounded, and eleven guns captured. On the 6th the operation focused on forcing the Turkish right from Stalaritza to Bebrova, with the Turkish left at Jackowicza facing 3,000 men.
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Lonpov
Bogot
Mariani
Elena
Stalaritza
Bebrova
Elena Suspended as Weather Halts Operations at Front
Reports from Constantinople indicate Elena to Tirhova operations paused due to bad weather. Elena plans strong defense against possible Russian attempt to retake the town. Scutari and Albanian chiefs seek aid against Montenegrins and threaten Italian protection if ignored. A frontier war looms in India with a planned expedition against the Naga raids. Russia reports 3,153 losses from Nov 10 to 17, totaling 74,858 since war began.
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Elena
Constantinople
Tirhova
Loupon
Ragusa
Scutari
Italy
India
Catcutta
St. Petersburg
French Politics at Versailles as Dissolution Fears Rise
Reports from Versailles and London recount Constitutionalists split over dissolving parliament and forming a cabinet under President MacMahon. Barbie urges loyalty while others push for a second dissolution and possible Dufaure talks. Parisian papers warn of treason charges if dissolution occurs.
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Versailles
Lambert de Sainte Croix
M. Barbie
M. Bocher
London
Paris
Soir
Barbie
Mac Mahon
MM. Bacher
Ste. Croix
M. Dufaure
Marshal MacMahon
Dufaure
Condition of the Pope and Conclave Updates
A Rome dispatch reports the Pope has temporary morning relief but cannot sustain a sitting posture. Italian authorities prepare for a free conclave while private advice warns his condition worsens, though his mind remains clear. A Brau denial notes no new peace terms from three imperial powers.
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Loxpon
Rome
Brau
An Uneasy Feeling in England and Spanish Municipal Strife
An uneasy feeling in England grows over a possible Eastern question settlement shaped by a three emperors alliance. A gleam of hope arrives as steamers reach Queenstown while easterly winds hinder progress. In London, Spain faces Basque friction as San Sebastian resigns and other chief towns may follow.
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England
Londow
Dec
Spain
London
Paris
San Sebastian
Public Works Board Rejects Lessees Proposal on Canal Care
Special meeting of the Board of Public Works heard lessees’ plan to take charge of canal care and toll collection during pending litigation. The board rejected the proposal and moved to appoint receivers for the State and the lessees, with Hon. Peter Thatcher named for the State receiver. The discussion touched on potential reimbursements and the Legislature’s future role.
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Board of Public Works
Columbus
M. A. Daugherty
the Public Works
Mr. Parrott
John C. Grannis
Cleveland
Geo. B. Senter
Little
Col. Parrott
Daugherty
General Assembly
Peter Thatcher
Superior Court
Montgomery County
Hamilton Canal
Forrest
Cincinnati
Grannis
Disappearances and a Possible Graver Mystery
In Indianapolis two traveling men Julius C. Wolf and John J. Powell vanished within fifteen days amid suspicions of foul play. Wolf, linked to Beunie Blatter of New York, last seen two weeks ago, with postal cards and a publisher telegram stirring concern. Powell left Circle House on November 30 after registering from Detroit, leaving belongings behind. A grass widow scenario unfolds as W. C. Atkinson arrives with wife. her husband departs with clothing, jewelry, and $150.
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Indianapolis
Julius C. Wolf
John J. Powell
Wolf
Beunie Blatter
New York
John Grosch
Rietor
Mozart Hall
Powell
Circle House
Detroit
Michigan
Henan
W. C. Atkinson
Chicago
Everett House
Kavtun
Louisiana Jockey Club Races at New Orleans Dec 8
Race results from the Louisiana Jockey Club meet in New Orleans show multiple purses. Lane Tenpin led the first two miles with Portnard and Lamboy among the placers, and General Phillips won the second race by four lengths over Vermont and Buff and Blue. The program included a mile best three of five and a consolation. Track conditions were Weather clear, track heavy, attendance light.
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Louisiana
Jockey Club
New Oaleans
Club
Lane Tenpin
Portnard
Dick Adams
Lamboy
Jim Hinton
Leonard
Boy
Redding
Goeere Phillips
Vermont
Buff
Blue
Sonny Bradamante
Locklin
Pools
General Phillips
Sas Ff
Phillips
Janet
Kilburn
Fodie
Taerwatthiea
Salionrenstead
Kemner
Darrouge
Baie Ile
San Antonio News Item on Indians and Capture
A distorted San Antonio newspaper line notes Indians involved in a clash with two tribesmen and three others captured, with team and professional figures in the mix. The brief fragment mentions younger individuals and a mixed outcome from the event.
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San Antonio
Ceteras
Walter Riley's Crime Falsely Charged By Kemper County Chivalry
De Kalb December 9 A long account traces Walter Riley a Maryland born quadroon sold South before the war and hanged for the Dobbs murder seven years earlier. It details his youth tale bearing, the saloon fight, the Dobbs shooting, and alleged Chisholm Gilmer complicity. It notes Riley's escape and conflicting statements, and mentions unrelated Kemper County political clashes and a later receivership hearing.
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de Kalb
Walter Riley
Riley
Maryland
Kemper
Bob Dobbs
Dabbs
Dobbs
Gully
Rush
Chisholm
Kemper County
Jackson
Tenn
John W. Gully
Cancey
J. P. Gilmer
A. G. Horn
The
Meridian Mercury
T. H. Woods
J. P. Walker
Gilmer
McRae
Ohio politicians weigh Payne for Senate in Columbus
Colunbus observers report Hon. M A Foran backs Henry B Payne as the man for U S Senate, with Cleveland and Reserve backing. the Dispatch mocks such hopes and hints at Stanley Matthews’ possible return. R P L Baker denies being a dark horse, urging a brains first candidate. A complex, long fight looms as factions clash over the next nominee amid crosscurrents and shifting alliances. Gov Bishop and F W Green visit, while appointment rumors about Albert Allen stir public doubt and require swift clarification.
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Columbus
M. A. Foran
Cleveland
State House
Henry B. Payne
United States
Cuyahoga
Reserve
Payne
Henry B
Stanley Matthews
Senate
Matthews
R. P. L. Baker
Baker
Pendleton
F. W. Green
Gov
Bishop
Tom
Albert Allen
Adjutant General
Execu
Valuable horses burned at Hackensack farm blaze
A barn owned by Peter R. Ackerman in Hackensack New Jersey burned last night destroying the stallion Aphasin valued at $20,000 with a fee of 2.27 and eight other valuable horses.
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Hackensack
N. J
Peter R. Ackerman
Heavy Suits Against a Mine Manager in Salt Lake
Civil cases filed in United States District Court involve Liberty E Holden formerly of Cleveland and four corporations, brought by Cleveland and Toledo stockholders to challenge ownership and control of a group of valuable mines in the territory, with Holden acting as general manager.
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Salt Lake
Ura
United States District Court
Liberty E Holden
Cleveland
Corporation Adants
Toledo
Sea Detroit
Kalamazoo
Ae Ham
Holden
Fastern
Whiih
Large Whisky House Fire and City Wide Devastation
A major blaze in Louisville began around 10 pm at Cochran Fulton’s whisky house threatening 1100 barrels and neighboring firms. The fire breached roofs across warehouses including Jefferson Bros and Bremaker Moore, with Cochran Fulton suffering the heaviest loss estimated at 300000 dollars and 275000 in insured value. Fire crews fought flames with water and windowed walls to stem the spread. A second fire harmed cottages and a brewery stable started by Henry Croomes, who also caused Emma Chinn’s fatal burn. Croomes is charged with arson and murder. The block’s total wealth was about 4 million dollars. losses and insurance to be tallied Monday.
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Jaumeaux
Cochran & Fulton
Davis & Hisk
Jefferson Bros
Galt
Barrett
Barrett's
Bremaker-Moore Paper
Cochran & Fulton’s
Jefferson’s
Cochran Fulton's
Davis & Haden and
Jeffera
Bremaker-Moore Company
Ager
Louisville
Henry Croomes
Mary Chinn
Croomes
Emma Chinn
Crooms
Appointment of Rev John J anon to Richmond Diocese
A Rome letter reports Rev John J anon appointed to head the Diocese of Richmond Virginia. The U S tax case against ex Governor Tilden adjourned for two weeks. The Ticket Scalpers case in Bal [illegible] includes Mr Bloomer and others. Dr Albert T Bledsoe, editor of the Southern Review and former Virginia professor, died in Alexandria Virginia from paralysis. Blacklock alias McCarr of Gulf oyster canning company fame sentenced in San Francisco for forgery. A Cairo Illinois shooting over slave ownership. Spiller wounded his brother-in-law J E Park and was released on bail. William Wieners who killed a barkeeper in St Louis last March granted a four-day respite. Philadelphia Judge Allison overruled motion to quash indictments in West Philadelphia railroad case. Memlish citizens meet on Democratic Executive Committee selection for municipal election. Independent mayoral candidate urged. New York saloon arrests continue for liquor sales. Excise Board signatures for licenses observed.
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Allison
Philadelphia
West Philadelphia Cumeneer Railroad Company
Willan
Grand Tower
Ill
Charles
Fountain Bluff Township
Coents
Randolph
Dry Goods Failure in New York Ledgered
The assignment of Kitzenger Bros., dry goods merchants at No. 57 Leonard, New York, was filed today. Liabilities amount to 153000 with assets 101000 and actual value estimated at 57000. A Savings Bank Receiver was appointed in Cutcaco by Judge Moore earlier today for the German Savings Bank case.
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New York
Kitzenger Bros
Leonard
Savings Bank
Cutcaco
Arrivals and crews in bustling Dec 8 9 10 ports
Shipping news records numerous arrivals from Liverpool Antwerp New York and London including steamships Peruvian Vaderland Abyssinia and City of Richmond distant vessels report crews ill with yellow fever aboard six seafarers. Also ships from Norfolk New York Genoa and Santander and several vessels entering Bantry Bay with cargoes and crews.
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Batrwors
Liverpool
Antwerp
Vaderland
New York
Portaps
Sunderland
Knickerbocker
Ourpseos
New Castle
Margarita
Cardiff
Aretia
Liverpoo
London
Abyssinia
Plymouum
Labrador
Pommerania
City of Richmond
Greece
Celtic
Joshua Grindle
St. Jago
New Organs
Port Eads
Sloop of War Enterprise
Norfolk
Star
Ben. Nevis
Genoaentine
Clomes
Stewart
Jesty
J. A. Thompson
Barka Swift
Santander
Lusi
San Sebastian
Christena
Cork
Arethsa
Annie Batchelder
Providence
Mary Drury
Boston
Ueenstown
City of Chester
Momen Dem
Tennessee Debt Talks Prolong Bond Settlement Push
In Nashville today opposition grows to accepting bondholders’ sixty cent offer. The Funding Association and J J McKennon propose a stricter compromise, while New York arbiters’ basis is viewed as more favorable by some. McKennon departs for New York tonight as talks continue.
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Nashville
Tennessee
J J. MccKennon
Funding Association of Amt
Poncuveny
New York
McKennon
New
Absconding in Paris Kentucky with Another Man’s Funds
A report from Paris Kentucky notes Edward Gusting of Decated 8 and A Sanders involved in a months long scheme. Gusting is accused of absconding with 390 dollars belonging to Sanders and forging a check on Sanders. A reward is mentioned for his capture and return.
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Edward
A. Sanders
Sanders
Femins
Heene Vankes
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Tilden
Mr. Bloomer
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Southern Review
Eye of Virginia
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McCarr
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