The Commission Debate on Louisiana Electors Intensifies
The Electoral Commission confronts hours of debate over Louisiana returns with Democrats arguing a void returning board and Republicans defending the Hayes electors. Key figures include Trumbull Edmunds Thurman Bayard and Shellabarger as speeches stress authority legality and potential delays. The room grows tense as arguments extend late into the day and adjournment is set for morning.
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Speech on Louisiana jury, voting rights and federal scrutiny
A late Confederate era style address condemns Louisiana elections and federal overreach. The speaker denounces violence against Black voters and warns Congress and courts against blocking scrutiny of ruling authorities while urging protection of the freedman's right to vote. Adjourned till tomorrow.
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TILDEN'S VAIN TRICKS. Bribery claims rock Democratic camp
A circulating report in New York on February 14 alleges evidence links Democratic managers to an attempt to buy an Electoral vote. Witnesses' names have been sent to the Senate Investigating Committee. Dem papers attack Justice Bradley and hint at defying the Electoral Commission if Hayes is selected. A renewed plan to swear in Tilden on March 4 gains momentum.
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Cincinnati
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Illinois
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Senate Democrats
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Electoral Commission
Counterfeiters Arrested in Dubuque and Chicago
A five man counterfeit gang with plates dies and tools is seized with four men captured in Dubuque. Four convicts escaped Anamosa Penitentiary last evening. In Dusvalle four more counterfeiters were arrested with dies molds and coin making supplies. A $50 reward is offered for each arrest.
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Death by own action at Jacksonville hospital
Dr W Pollard an apothecary at Central Hospital for the Insane in Jacksonville committed suicide last night after an entertainment. A pistol shot and chloral were found. a farewell note cited no reason and he was 21. Parents lived near Nassau New Hampshire.
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Distillery Seized in Milwaukee for Whisky Fraud
Special Dispatch reports the Menominee Distillery at Milwaukee seized by the Treasury Department amid Bristow whisky raid frauds. It notes lenient government treatment of offenders has emboldened the establishment, with fraud methods aligning to a daring pattern.
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Milwaukee
Illinois Elector Returns Revival of Infamy Witness Testimony
A chaotic report from Wasiixcox dated February 14 describes the Illinois Elector scene in which a key Louisiana witness falters under Democrats and Republicans scrutiny. The Interior Secretary Z Chandler testifies on Brewster’s resignation and eligibility as an elector, while Illinois Elector George D. Chaffee is questioned about oath and papers.
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