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Newspaper
Columbus Democrat
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1877
Page
2
The issue reports little change in the Lafayette railroad dispute and notes officials consider an extra session date of June 15. Ohio politics draw attention as lawmakers face scrutiny while Russia and Turkey engage in daily clashes near Kars with heavy losses. The piece discusses an erroneous town lot tax exemption interpretation and introduces the 6 cent per acre road tax provision, detailing township trustees powers and related procedures.
Across Indiana on Tuesday voters elected entire Republican city tickets in Indianapolis and Greensburg, and Democratic or independent winners in several cities. Major offices like mayor and council saw Republican gains, with Jeffersonville and Lebanon noting notable majorities and isolated Democratic representation remaining in some locales.
The piece condemns Doc. Moxroy of Seymour for misleading youth and running a radical paper with light remarks about Columbus girls and Seymour's widow business while praising Genl. W. H. H. Terrell of Indianapolis for his reappointment as Pension Agent and suggesting he'll serve the public well.
Ephors Democrat debates the need for a reader friendly guide to proper names in war dispatches. A glossary or dictionary would aid pronunciation though debates whether to call it a glossary or a glossary style pronouncing vocabulary.
Dispatches report Russia likely to force the Danube at Reni with Turkish and Serbian mobilization. Britain and Greece move troops toward the Turkish frontier while England proclaims neutrality. The Turkish budget shows a deficit and preparations to deploy 50 000 soldiers to Egypt are noted.
Vienna dispatch reports a 40,000 strong Russian center under Melikoff moved on Mukhtar near Kars on April 29. Turkish counterattacks on April 30 failed, Turkish forces driven back under heavy artillery while Russian losses were substantial and Turkish losses enormous.
At Lafayette on April 30 E H Waldron acting for Abram Bayless trustee seized a track near South street depot blocking lines after clashes with the Muncie road. Judge Ward issued an injunction halting operations until Friday or further orders as armed guards stand by engines and gangs plan to force moves amid ongoing tensions.
Ex Senator William G. Brownlow died at his Cumberland Street home in Knoxville at 2:05 PM after years of paralysis agitans. Immediate cause was bowel paralysis from the disease. He had shown better health recently, worked on repairs, and died peacefully with wife and children present. Funeral set for Tuesday at Gray Cemetery.
A party of hunters from Wichita Kansas corroborates reports of Apache depredations in the Texas Panhandle including murders and robberies. Four or five companies of soldiers are deployed there to confront the Reds. Indian Commissioners head to the Indian Territory with the Twenty third Infantry escort to appraise and move the Cherokee strip sale to friendly Indians.
In Cocumsta on April 28 Minort a Black Republican introduced a House resolution urging impeachment of Associate Justice Wright the black judge on the State Supreme Court. His move signals a strong party following and a probable Democratic vote to impeach, affecting Wright's fate.
The Columbus Democrat highlights concern over slang filled writing among local young women claiming Sunday school usage and street talk. It contrasts with Seymour Times noting Seymour young ladies read refined material and are described as well behaved.
A detailed analysis argues that a major Russian crossing into Turkish territory via the Danube would face immense obstacles. The piece notes marshy, roadless lands from Silistria to Bralia, limited roads in Dobrudscha, and Turkish river monitors that could destroy pontoon bridges. It discusses potential crossing points near Oltenitza Techeraltz Kla dowa Negotin and predicts heavy resistance from Turkish flotilla and high Danube banks.
The General Assembly enacted an emergency law exempting lands used for agriculture within city limits from higher city taxes, aligning them with township rates. The measure faces legal conflicts and debate over its origin, with The News alleging backroom influence from outsiders. Also dated Omana April 28, a heavy storm brought rain turning to half an inch of snow, with sleet and hail in the north and sharper frost inland.
Corumara April 30. Republican candidates for state offices plan to consent to proceedings before the Supreme Court. The case would end the contest and seat Democratic state officials. Jeremiah Coe, an Indiana lawyer, is mentioned with clients going to Jericho.
Condensed from exchanges. Pewter currency coined in a Corydon cave. An Auburn pet alligator eaten by rats. Logan Universalist church to be sold at sheriff's sale. About 1,500 students at Valparaiso Normal School. Morton C. Hunter nominated for Indiana governor. Crawford county man John M. Vernon died by self‑inflicted hanging amid financial strain. Mrs. John McPheetridge sues Henry Voss for breach of promise. Legislature bill favors Purdue University admissions from counties. Daniel Essman Swiss county and George James cut their throats. both near death. B F Schenck of Vevay dies in Florida, funeral back home. Rev Dr Warren dies in India of heart dropsy. General M D Manson heir to California estate worth $760,000. Barter’s driver accused of attempted rape. locals capture him. Louisville social scene: Richard TenBrook marries Mary C Newcomb amid secrecy. San Francisco land grab under desert land law tied to Kern County irrigation project. Editorial note: possible smoke over Southern question in Congress.
The Rochester Union notes the president is not yet issuing a neutrality proclamation for citizens, pending any blockade or naval action by the warring powers. It argues Hayes’s presidency serves a patriotic purpose, contrasting with Lincoln era politics, while Norwich Bulletin shares a cautionary burglary anecdote.
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