Close of the Babcock Trial Argument
The Babcock case nears verdict as District Attorney Dyer delivers a closing argument praised as backwoods oratory. Bets on conviction rise while bookmakers assess chances of a hung jury, with jurors to be instructed on evidence related to telegrams in the judge's upcoming charge.
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Col Dyer closes for the prosecution in Babcock case
District Attorney Dyer wrapped up closing arguments in the Babcock case in St. Louis. He pressed that the defendants acted to defraud the government, defended the President, and urged the jury to deliver a verdict upholding the law and Republican integrity.
Boston forger Winslow remanded for extradition papers
Winslow the Boston forger appeared at Bow Street and was remanded until March 2 to await officers with extradition papers. He cited distress over funds and family, asked permission to see his wife daily in a private room, and a telegram from Secretary of State Hamilton Fish supported the remand.
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Turkish ultimatum to Servia and Montenegro reported
A Vienna dispatch states Turkey demands recall of subjects from insurgent ranks within a month or face occupation of Servia and Montenegro. A Constantinople proclamation promises amnesty for those returning home and rebuilding of houses and churches at cost to the government.
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The Elections and the Cabinet in Paris
The Soliel reports likely cabinet changes. Dufaure would be Minister of Justice with Pothuan or Casimir or Perier as Minister of the Marines or Interior. Gen Cissey to stay War, Duc de Cazes Foreign Affairs, Wallon Public Instruction, Caillaux Public Works, Agriculture rank undetermined.
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Carlists Concentrate at Alsas and Seumanga in War Report
The Carlists are now concentrated at Alsasno and Seumanga with Don Carlos among them. The son of Carlist General Elio was killed in the engagement at Penapapata.
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Haiti in crisis as revolutionists seize steamer Octavia
Jamaica reports say Haiti faces alarm as revolutionaries purchase the steamer Octavia, sail to Port au Prince, and President Dominique orders Cuban refugees to quit within thirty hours. A monetary panic looms as large New York houses protest bills of exchange.
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Political turmoil and investigations shake 1876 Democratic leadership
Washington reports on Bristow raid fallout and ongoing Democratic infighting. Schell’s shifting loyalties, the two-thirds rule debate, and Fremont’s railroad ties dominate the scene. Indictments loom in New Orleans while finance talks stall. Names of notable figures surface as Washington eyes pension debates and veterans events.
Fremont testimony and Democratic convention plan in 1876 efforts
General Fremont tells the House Judiciary subcommittee he found no improper spending linked to the Trans Continental Railroad bill and cannot name beneficiaries. The National Democratic Committee outlines headquarters, state cooperation, and a June 27 1876 convention in St Louis inviting broad civic support to press for economy and reform. Thomas Alker B Cockrill Frank McCappin signatories.
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Specie shipments and global trade updates from yesterday
Reports show $500000 in gold coin shipped to Europe. Mackinaw City ice about one foot thick. Maine acts abolishing capital punishment signed by the governor. Fifteen year old Frank Thomas died by hanging in Philadelphia. Dayton hosts Southern Ohio Fair September 26 to 29. Elijah Shaw’s five Massachusetts mills employ 275 workers with $300000 liabilities. City of Galveston passengers reach Nassau after privations. Pottsville mine explosion kills James Barnum. Johnstown murder trial ends in not guilty for Fred Smith. Buffalo temperance groups raise over $10000 to prosecute Sunday excise violators. Pottsville prisoners denied habeas corpus hearing. courthouse doors guarded. St Petersburg Pa nitro magazine blast kills Barnum. Powhattan Iron Company suspends payments amid Tredegar Works disruption. St Louis Farmers and Traders Bank suspended. Rudolph Dryer deficiency of $30000. cashier missing.
Minister Schenck Denies Resignation Plans
Dartos February 23. Minister Schenck informs a confidential Dayton relative that he has not resigned and does not intend to resign.
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Final band of Montana settlers Besieged at Fort Pease
Dispatch from Gen Sheridan reports Sioux attack on Fort Pease opposite Big Horn mouth on Yellowstone. Most settlers fled leaving fourteen besieged. Col Brisbin with Fort Ellis ordered to relief. One dead two wounded. Fort Pease lies about 180 miles from Fort Ellis.
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Shakespeareans Delight City Hall Audience in Lancaster
The Shakespeareans from Columbus performed to a large delighted crowd at City Hall last evening. Fairfield Driving Park sets purses for the May course totaling 3300 dollars. John Crook, a young boy, triggered a mishap firing a pair of salutes that badly shattered his arm.
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Nye Marries Ella Shriver Aboard Rail Line in Style
Lissary, Inc. reports J. S. Nye conductor on the C. H. I. Railroad wed to Ella Shriver this evening. Lew Williams, General Superintendent, attended among other guests. Also notes arrivals of steamships Cornwall City of Montreal from New York Batavia from Boston and Prussian from Liverpool at Portnaxp Me.
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