Revelations of Army Officers on Black Discharges and White League Terror
Special Dispatch details testimonies on White Leaguers forcing planters to dismiss Black workers who voted Republican. Col Morrow cites Conservative sources, notes distrust of Republicans, and outlines calls for troops to restore order. Testimony covers outrages in St Martin Parish, threats against witnesses, and rumored political compromises in Louisiana.
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New Oglegans
Committee of Investigation
Lieut
de Rudio
Iberia
St. Martin’s Parish
de Blanch
White League
United States
Col. Morrow
Detroit
Weance
Andy Johnson
Blunt
Congress
J. H. Gageby
St. Martin's
Map
Breaux
Kno
Bia A
Sion
Reas
Testimony Recalls Ohio Canal Lease Under Public Works Board
Michael Haveland testifies about his roles from 1851 to 1867 on the Ohio and Miami canals, detailing contracts, repairs, and dam builds. He notes costs for the Licking and Circleville dams, says he had no dispute with Miller over accounts, and discusses bids and legislative influence around canal leasing. Samuel Doyle finishes testimony denying money influence. panel plans another session.
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Michael Haveland
Board of Public Works
John W. Erwin
Miami Canal
St. Mary's Lock
Doyle & Dickey
Nugent
Doyle and Miller
Chillicothe
Portsmouth
Tomlinson
Licking Dam
Doyle
Cooper
Foster
Miller
Edward Ball
Aa Ge Ee Wee
Rymith
Reverel Young
Keni’ Jarvisett
Thomas Brown
Thomas Moore
Norton Claypoole
John Joyce
A. L. Backus
Alexander Reed
Wash. McLean
Ace Ove Co Lm
Pag Hn
Samuel Doyle
Canal Terrent Ins Tingmittee
Elopement and Resignation Ripple Through Caiotue
Elopement reported of Andy DeCamp a widower about forty five with Mrs Vonachen a married woman. They left by morning coach to Columbus and may proceed to Indiana for divorces. Capt H W Howe resigns as Captain of the Sill Guards and plans to move away with a successor to be chosen after a war in Columbus.
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Andy DeCamp
Vonachen
Columbus
Indiana
H. W. Howe
Sill Guards
Rebel veteran vote count described in Johnson senatorial telegram
Nashville dispatch reports Col. Burch replying to Gen. Gordon with a tally of nine senators. He notes that nine were Union men and the rest Confederates, most who served through the war and some who lost limbs. The message discusses rebel voting patterns for Andy Johnson.
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Nashville
Col. Burch
Democratic Committee of the State
B. Gordon
Washington
Andy Johnson
Holmes County Auditors On Trial For Embezzlement
Reed and Newton, Holmes County Auditors, were tried on embezzlement charges in Axnon on January 28. They pleaded not guilty and the cases were continued due to Reed’s illness. A general demurrer was argued and reserved. The report notes a Township Clerk of the county facing similar allegations and mentions Col. James L. Gaines being elected Comptroller in the state election.
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Axnon
Holmes County
Reed
Newton
James L. Gaines
Knoxvi Tenn
Arg
Ballos
CONKLINGS LOUISIANA SPEECH AND PINCHBACK VOTE
Senator Conkling’s Louisiana address dominates the session as the House deadlock over Pinchback’s credentials and Kellogg government recognition intensifies. Republicans fear filibuster tactics while Democrats push to control proceedings. the Rules Committee to meet as debate promises long hours and potential extra sessions.
Speaker Sets Path to Rule Change Amid Filibuster Tensions
The House faced filibuster over the WW Seanad as the Speaker outlined that bills for reference could trigger resolutions to amend rules. The Rules Committee can report at any time and its privileged report need not be delayed. A simple majority could change or create a rule, prompting questions about the rule’s character.
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Committee On Rules
Tramp Fatally Injured By Rail Car In Ohio
Special Dispatch reports a tramp in Lancastre fell beneath a freight car while attempting to steal a ride to Columbus. He suffered severe crush injuries to both feet and is not expected to survive. Also noted is a grand larceny arrest in Liberty Indiana for whisky theft and an expected arrival of Constable Johnson with Charles Arthurs who is reported dead.
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Lancastre
Hocking Valley
Columbus
Liberty
Ind
Cincinnati Gazette
Laserty, Inc
Jake Smith
Thomas Powell
Santa, C
Johnson
Peru
Chas. Arthurs
Fires burn steamer Lady of the Lake at Norfolk wharf
The steamer Lady of the Lake burned at Norfolk wharf while preparing to sail to Washington. Owned by George H. Plant & Co. its value was $80,000 and its full cargo was lost. A separate Omaha fire destroyed a frame house worth $500 in the southern part of the city.
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Norfoix
Norfolk
Washington
George H. Plant & Co
Omaha
Omana
Minor Telegrams Highlight State and Legislative Moves
Dr W Morrow reelected state treasurer in yesterday’s session E M Clark a Wisner Neb death noted Bills to move Nebraska capital discussed in both houses General school law passes Arkansas Senate creating a Superintendent of Public Instruction Several gold and silver transfers reported Havana steamer receives 50000 in gold coin Billiards tournament results from Cleveland include multiple 200 to 50 plus scores British Home Office approves Lepine commutation Canada to two years imprisonment and rights forfeiture
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E. M. Clark
Wisner
Neb
Nebraska
Lincoln
Arkansas State Senate
British Home Office
Lepine
Ballots in Milwauxer joint convention yield mixed results
The first ballot shows Carpenter 59, Bragg 52, Cole 18, Dixon Rubler and Bunn one each. Second ballot echoes the first with Cole 17 and Dixon 2, while the third remains similar. Democrats fail to unite with Cole supporters. coalition appears unlikely and Carpenter’s camp remains confident. A New Hampshire dispatch backs Blaine and pledges Republican support on the March Tuesday.
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Milwauxer
Carpenter
Bragg
Cole
Dixon
Rubler
Bunn
Belters
Coxcorp
N. H
Republican State Committees
Blaine
New Hampshire
Steamships Brannachie Venga and Deutschland Arrive Towed
The steamship Brannachi venga from Bremen to Baltimore arrived at Southampton towing the steamship Deutschland from Southampton to New York, both reported in good condition. Off Hurst Castle they were mistaken for Baltimore and New York. Also Kenilworth reached Lewes and Pennsylvania passed Liverpool.
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Lowpay
Brannachivenga
Bremen
Baltimore
Southampton
Deutschland
New York
Hurst Castle
Qusaxstown
Kenilworth
Philadelphia
Battle Looms as Alfonso's Forces Advance on Pamplona
From Maprio dated January 28 the national army advances on the Carlists and has captured several strong positions. Don Carlos is to command in the pending battle to thwart Alfonso XIII's efforts to relieve Pampluna.
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Maprio
Alfonso
Don Carlos
Don Carlos Y Commandare
Alfodsiats
Pampeluna
Debate on De Ven tavon constitutional bill in Paris Assembly
In the Paris Assembly the debate on M. De Ventavon's constitutional bill resumes with the Right pressing to withdraw constitutional measures. Laboulaye's amendment projects a Republic based government with Senate and President, while De tiere and Louis Blanc push for monarchical restoration and a republic declaration. The vote is moved for tomorrow as tensions rise among Republicans.
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Paris
M. de Ventavon
Laboulaye
Ventavon
Senate
Chamber of Deputies
Jaye
France
M. Blanc
M. Labonlaye
Farmers of Wayne County Protest Unjust Tax Law
Farmers in Wayne County Indiana gathered in the city to oppose enforcement of the assessment law on replats and surveys. Ex-Judge Peelle and ex-State Senator Othniel Beeson spoke as resolutions denouncing Auditor Parker were adopted urging repeal of the contested sections.
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Peelle
Othniel Beeson
Parker
Bankers urge Chicago mint as Congress weighs branch plan
A large meeting at the Palmer House presided by Ex-Governor Bross urged establishing a United States Mint branch in Chicago. Delegates including Adam Smith Sol A Smith Jno C Dore L J Gage and Dr Fowler urged Congress to locate the branch and appointed a three man committee to push the bill.
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Chicago
Palmer House
United States Mint
Bross
Adam Smith
Sol. A. Smith
Jno. C. Dore
L. J. Gage
Dr. Fowler
Springfield
Ill
West
Congress
Wm. Bross
the Tribune
Charles L. Wilson
The
Evening Journal
Dairymen's Convention Opens Skimming Practice
The Dairymen's Convention in Cleveland reports skimming practice opening. S. D. Harris of Summit County gave an address on renewing worn teeth. Officers elected include President W. A. Jenkins of Youngstown and Secretary-Treasurer S. Scetace of Summit. W. J. Lawrence of Cuyahoga named Corresponding Secretary. The convention adjourned to meet again January 27, 1876.
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Clevevann
D. Harris
Summit County
Leedent
W. A. Jenkins
Scetace
W. J. Lawrence
Cuyahoga County
Murder at Bedford two youths still at large
The two young desperadoes who killed Deputy Marshal Carney at Bedford Indiana last night week remain uncaptured. A large reward prompted quick pursuit by 50 to 100 men, but no clue has been found. Ten days later the boys are still at large, with rumors placing them near Bedford or across the river in Louisville. Local detectives face puzzling speculation about their whereabouts.
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Associated Press
New Orleans
Congressional Committee
Lieut
Perudie
St. Martinsville
United States
Breaux Bridge
New Iberia
Biddle
Rebayou
Frye
wannee _ ie
White League
Cessna
Louisville Courier-Journal
Carney
Louisville
Bedford
Ind
Merci Ie
How to Make Safes Safe
Advice on safe use gives ink and material tips to survive fire. It suggests black ink over colored inks, lead pencil for writing, placing valuable accounts away from heat, using wood drawers for cash boxes, and avoiding leather wallets inside safes. It notes safes should be inspected after a fire and mentions unrelated medical resignations in a stray line.
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Hoar
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13Th T'Fantry
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Morrow
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Huey
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Western Union Telegraph Company
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Levizes
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Levizee
Leonard
Red River
Taade
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Rao
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Shreveport Times
Ne Morrow
Public Works
Board of Public Works and Canal Leasees
Caiotue, O
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Koka
Auaints
Ars
Senator Conkling
Wasnixeroy
Conkling
Thurman
Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections
Pinchback
Morton
Mfpans
Garfield
Maynard
Randall
Cox
National Convention of State Superintendents of Education
Shepherd
Messrs
Logan
Anthony
Mitchell
Alcorn
Hamilton
Saulsbury
Wadleigh
J. Alcorn
Boston
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Cincinnati Ganette
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Outidan
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