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Newspaper
Columbus Democrat
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1877
Page
2
The article notes Tweep’s confession and persistent rumors of a May extra session of Congress. It reports Philadelphia and Reading railroad engineers striking on Sunday and mentions the Louisiana matter and potential troop withdrawal with no solid basis yet. A young lady asks for a "Spring Refrain" for the paper, and the editors welcome it.
The essay analyzes military strength of Russia and Turkey, with Austria and England potentially drawn in. Russia fields 750000 active troops with 150000 reserves, 300000 horses, and a 225 ship navy. Turkey can muster 700000 men, including 150000 regattas and 70000 reserves. Austria commands 820811 ready troops with 219000 landwehr, while Britain can field about 125000 standing forces. The piece warns of a costly conflict with major geopolitical and economic consequences for the United States.
The piece notes inner conflict among orthodox radicals as they weigh Hayes aim to serve the country and the party against the radical goal to suppress rebels. Democrats echo sympathy for dissension, questioning whether Hayes’ fair action toward the South helps or harms his party.
The Columbus Demtocrat editor I B Brown was rumored for mayor but never considered running. A satire notes the claim as truth only in error, while affirming Brown did not refuse candidacy and that the convention influenced the decision.
Kishinev, a city in southwestern Russia near the Black Sea coast, home to about 100,000 inhabitants of diverse groups, lies 30 miles from the Pruth river which forms part of the Romanian boundary. A Russian declaration of war against the Ottoman empire is expected to be issued from this city on Monday.
The hesitation to call an additional session stems from Hayes fearing a radical opposition to an honest just policy toward the South. He aims to postpone action as long as possible.
The report notes continued Cabinet changes as Hayes underperforms compared to expectations and faces pressure from managers to implement a full reorganization of the advisory body.
A brief note suggests ongoing or potential conflict implications in the East with tax policy and economic strain framing the confrontation's outlook. Analysts anticipate rising costs and strategic shifts impacting governments and markets.
The ukase limits to manufacture not repairs as the Madison engine blown up last week will be fixed at Jeffersonville company shops. When Scott needs a new engine, he will send for it.
Reports of possible conflict between Persia and Turkey eased as later dispatches show tension shifted away from an eastward threat. Turkey’s adversary is positioned to the north, not to the east.
Washington dispatch reports Admiral Ferrers predicting a Russia Turkey war, with a land battle likely and heavy Russian and Turkish forces described. He outlines fleets, forts at the Dardanelles, and potential roles for Austria Germany France England and Romania, alongside economic impact for the United States.
A Times dispatch reports England backed idea to use article eight of the Paris treaty as a starting point for new negotiations. Prussia rejects the treaty while Russia readies movement toward Roumania and possible declaration of war. Roumanian mobilization signals heightened tensions as Moscow may issue a manifesto.
Paris dispatch reports the Mediterranean squadron has secured permission to pass through the Dardanelles from the Porte and will move to the Bosphorus. A Vienna paper notes Vienna London and Paris warn Roumania that treaty privileges will be void if she cooperates with Russia.
A pamphlet titled A Glance at the Future, attributed to an Austrian Archduke, sparks comment in Austrian military circles. It argues that war with Russia is inevitable if Russia and Turkey clash, and agrees with General Feyedoff that the Oriental question will be settled in Vienna, not Constantinople.
The Bucharest dispatch notes Russian forces near Ungheni advancing from Ishkeniff with reinforcements at the Romanian frontier. In New York, Tweed from Ludlow Street jail offers a leniency plea, promising full disclosure and surrender of property in exchange for liberty and as a witness for the people.
The confession details payments to O'Brien and Navarro opponents, names Judge Folger and George H. Purser as money recipients, and pledges to testify for the city in suits to recover funds. It notes Tweed’s estrangement from former friends, his request for release without bail, and potential testimony for the prosecution if accepted.
Enrolled Bill No 88 amends section two of the act on inclosures trespassing animals and partition fences. Approved June 4 1852. It allows recovery of damages when a domestic animal breaks into an enclosure or wanders onto another's land. In townships permitting animals to run at large, the animal’s fence need not be shown as lawful to recover damages if grazed on uninclosed commons is not allowed.
In letters to the Enquirer readers debate the Tory party’s existence and leaders in England, the Democratic party’s American origins, whether negro suffrage was decided by Congress or voters, and if greenbacks are taxable. The exchange shifts to Chicago and St. Louis baby show counts and a jab at a Southern Legislature filled by illiterate field-hands.
Condensed items report Tell City has street lamps Franklin seeks a post mistress Vevay praised yet dull Vincennes overrun with prostitutes Akron near Rochester hosts a scandal Charles W Stivers buys Liberty Herald Horses to be trained on Connersville track Jackson shows large red ribbon turnout Madison reports a female suicide by poison at home Livonia boiler explosion kills one man Linus Clayton son killed by runaway horse Fountain county farmers steal plows Pike county maple sugar often adulterated Connersville suicide prevents rape disclosures Lincoln County case details sparse.
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