Blaine Praised for Packard Support in Cabinet Nominations
Washington reports Mr Blaine delivering a strong speech backing Packard as cabinet nominees appear before the Senate today General Charles Devens of Massachusetts slated for Secretary of War and Richard Thompson of Indiana likely to be Secretary of the Navy Nominations to the Senate today
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Packard
Charles Devens
Massachusetts
Richard Thompson
Indiana
Secretary of the Navy
Senate
Blaine Defies Democrats Over Louisiana Vote in Senate
In Washington March 6 the Senate's Louisiana question sparks a fierce debate as Mr. Blaine defends the Packard government and urges honoring the Returning Board. Lamar of Mississippi is admitted after a tense roll call. party lines shift and fear of factional split grows among Republicans.
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Cincinnati Gazette
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Alabama
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Rhode Island
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Wadleigh
New Hampshire
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Maine
Maeer
Gen. Gordon
Senate Committees Reorganization Vacancies and Appointments
Extensive reorganization of Senate committees outlined with 28 standing panels and nine vacant chairs. Key vacancies include Military Affairs Naval Affairs and Claims with Burnsides Sargent Mitchell Booth expected to clinch chairmanships. Dawes anticipated on Railroads and Finance panels. Hoar likely Foreign Relations successor to Sumner. New Senators Davis on Judiciary and Rollins on Railroads.
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Mines
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Judiciary Committee
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New Hampshire
Cabinet slate for Lincoln administration announced
The Washington cabinet list is finalized with Evarts Sherman Schurz McCrary Gen Devens Richard Thompson as likely appointees. Gen Devens of Massachusetts is favored for War and Richard Thompson for Navy if Devens takes War. Carl Schurz remains in contention for a cabinet post. Gen Key arrived and accepted the appointment after a favorable interview.
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McCrary
Gen. Devens
Massachusetts
Key
Richard Thompson
Indiana
Devens
Dawes
Hoar
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Interior Department
Gen. Key
Tennessee
Key Accepts Cabinet Position Amid Democratic Backing
Special dispatches from Nashville Cleveland and Cleveland Tenn report strong Democratic urging for D. M. Key to accept a Cabinet post. Collier Childress and McKenney signers advocate acceptance. Key privately agrees with the President for a Cabinet role as nominations are prepared for tomorrow.
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Hon
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Washington, D. C
J.B. Collier
MO. W. Childress, JR
Childress
Cleveland
Tenn
Igned
W. H. McKenney
Key
Tennessee
Hayes and Grant Cabinet Meet at White House
President Hayes met with the outgoing cabinet to review departmental affairs and public matters. Morrill presented favorable national finances while Taft outlined Louisiana issues with deliberation. Tyner discussed pending appointments as officials prepared for vacancies and future nominations.
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Democratic Senators Caucus Opens in Washington
The Democratic Senators held a caucus in Washington this afternoon after the Senate session. Lena Wallace presided over the gathering with a general discussion following the session’s end.
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Senate
Lena Wallace
Democratic caucus adjourns without action outlining policy
In a brief session the Democratic caucus discussed political stance and policy with Messrs. Thurman Bayard Kernan and Gordon expressing views. No resolutions were introduced and no action taken as the meeting adjourned to reconvene tomorrow. The Kell case before the Senate was mentioned only in general relation to other matters.
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Hayes takes office as President amid mixed receptions
President Hayes occupied the White House Tuesday morning and began a day of cabinet discussions as Congress and public opinion weighed his inaugural. Reports from New York and New Orleans praise the speech while South Carolina and Louisiana views warn of continued federal oversight. The era of peace and recovery is anticipated as the administration shapes its cabinet and policies.
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Aly
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Columbia
Inaugural reception by the London and American press
The London press publishes Hayes's inaugural in full and lauds its tone and dignity. The New York World critiques its tone as sermonic on policy. St. Louis Globe-Democrat and Republic report cautious or critical takes, noting focus on Southern issues and unclear policy. The St Louis Times adds brisk remarks on Hayes’s oath and duties.
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Suit to wind up Chicago life insurer filed
Jasper J. Gooding filed suit in the Superior Court against Protection Life Insurance of Chicago to wind up the company. He accuses the firm of multiple frauds including collecting assessments for deceased persons on forged certificates and claims officers used about 200000 dollars of policy funds. The case draws notable interest.
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Burglary Arrest Ties to Charley Ross Fame in Milford
Jimmy Blanchard known for Charley Ross character in New England was arrested in Milford New Hampshire on burglary charges. A Reading Railroad Norristown branch train collided with a one horse car on Philadelphia street railway injuring three officers and killing Policeman James P Boyer. The crash is blamed on Hagman’s negligence.
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Henry Lucas
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Hagman
Weldon Arrives in Philadelphia After New Orleans Attempt
A Philadelphia dispatch reports William Henry Weldon, who attempted to shoot Gov. Packard in New Orleans on February 15, arrived in Philadelphia yesterday with his father, Rev. C F Weldon. Weldon is at large on $5,000 bail and may avoid prosecution due to friends of his father.
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Philadelphia Dispatch
Wm. Henry Weldon
Gov. Packard
New Orleans
Rev
C.F. Weldon
Boss Tweed Near Release From Liberty Prison
Negotiations for the release of Boss Tweed are advancing steadily and it is highly likely he will be freed soon.
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Liberty
Cincinnati Gazette
New York
Tweed
Aged 105-Year-Old Irish Native Philip Kavanaugh Dies
Philip Kavanaugh, 105, native of Ireland and the oldest local resident, died last night at his daughter s home in Zaleski Vinton County. He had lived in this part of the state for many years. He was known for his long life and connection to the community.
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McArovn
Philip Kavanaugh
Ireland
Zaleski
Vinton County
Joe Coburn Sais te Cae Years
New York on March nentl is convicted of shoots intent to elena of shang with nn years in bia ta.
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New York
March Nentl
Elena
Shang
Bia Ta
Powers Agree On Answer To Russian Circular In Europe
Report from Loxpox and Vienna notes a unified draft reply the Great Powers will send to the Russian circular. It praises Russia for Christian aid to Turkey while signaling no new concessions beyond existing terms. It cites Servian losses in the recent war and mentions Ignatieff's possible diplomatic tour.
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The Count is Still There Speech at Goritz
Paris March 6 The Legitimist reports Count De Chamard spoke to a Marseille deputation. He denied relinquishing hope of saving France and vowed to uphold his rights unswervingly. He urged the deputation to announce his firm resolve and willingness to act when the moment is propitious for direct personal action.
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Journal
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Goritz
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Cassagnac to be Prosecuted in Paris Cabinet Move
President MacMahon urged retention of the clause punishing defamation of foreign sovereigns during a cabinet council debating press law amendments. The Chamber committee agreed to authorize prosecution of Cassagnac after examining him, noting he claimed no intent to insult the Chamber.
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Chamber of Deputies
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German Postmaster General to propose universal postal cards
Berus March 6. It is reported that the German Postmaster General will shortly propose to the Postal Union the introduction of postal cards serving for all countries in the union at the rate of one penny each.
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Postal Union
Grand International Hurdle Race at Corydon Victory for Camp
London reporters describe the grand international hurdle race at Corydon where contestant Camp won the event. Lillan finished second, Woodcock third, and Broadside, the favorite, placed fourth among fourteen starters.
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Insurrection in Japan: Japanese Troops Capture Four Steamers
Londox March 6 report that Japanese troops seized four steamers from Satsuma insurgents at Kumomats while other provinces remain quiet. The brief dispatch notes consolidation of control and ongoing unrest in southern Japan.
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Improvement of the Tiber Begins Today
Romer, March 6. The long contemplated works for the improvement of the Tiber will be commenced today.
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Romer
Bank of England bullion draw totals £225000
Loxpox on March 6 reports the Bank of England drew bullion totaling £225000 today. The figure reflects a significant daily withdrawal as part of routine transactions.
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Bank of England
Death of a French Academemean in Paris
Joseph Antram, poet and member of the French Academy, has died in Paris on March 6, marking the loss of a notable literary figure. His contributions to French letters and his status among peers are noted in contemporary notices.
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Paris
Joseph Antram
Shipping Arrivals Reported From Transatlantic Voyages
San Francisco reports March 6 arrivals including the British ship Benmore and Norwegian bark Semiramis from Queenstown, plus the steamers Anchouria Canada from New York and Peruvian from Portland, and the steamship Spain from Liverpool with Soormambox. Hermann arrives from New York.
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Frank Jones
New York
Benmore
Semiramis
Queenstown
Loxpoy
Canada
Portland
Spain
Liverpool
Hersmann
Municipal Elections Report From New York Cities
Municipal elections held Sunday across New York state show varied results. Troy elected a Democratic mayor by 2300, Utica chose a Republican mayor by 600, and a Democratic treasurer by 2000. Elmira elected a Republican recorder, Rochester went Republican for major offices.
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Utica
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Rochester
Indian ore discovery sparks planned attack by Third Cavalry unit
A courier reports a newly found Indian ore deposit between fifty and sixty miles, prompting immediate orders for Vroom's on and Company L of the Third Cavalry, aided by civilians, to attack at once.
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Chief Justice Moses of South Carolina Dies
Cotumara 8 C March 6 Chief Justice Moses of the South Carolina Supreme Court died at 1 o'clock. His demise leaves his successor to be chosen by the next legislature which will be convened by Hamp.
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Minister Washburne to stay in New York for two to three weeks
The minister in New York on March 6 states he will remain only two or three weeks with no political significance intended. The note mentions Pine and Wangan but the text is fragmented and unclear about specific details or contexts.
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Calime Gael Nce Ponce
Grant
Louisiana
Minister Washburne
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