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Columbus Democrat

Location

Columbus, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1877

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Extraordinary Letter From Judge Strong on Hayes Election

A public letter from Judge William Strong reveals his controversial role in the 1876 Electoral Commission vote that declared Rutherford B. Hayes president. The document shows Strong's vote was guided by a legal technical rule, not belief Hayes was lawfully elected, prompting calls for congressional inquiry into the election's legality and the commission’s power.

Justice Strong New York Sun William Strong Pennsylvania Supreme Court of the United States Electoral Commission Rutherford B. Hayes United States Judge Strong Hayes Mr. Hayes Congress Tate Louisiana Returning Board George W. Jones Tennessee Mr. Jones Payetteville Tenn Charles A. Dana Washington United States Supreme Court Commission Anany Louisiana Senate G. W. Jones WasningTon Tates Democratic Party W. Strong House of Representatives Rutherford B. Hayes United States House of Representatives

Political currents and Indiana delegates in state politics

The Columbus Dispatch notes the Greenback and Labor Reform surge influencing New York politics while Republican and Democratic managers worry which party bears the worst hit. Indianapolis deputy officers train for state offices as Col. B C Shaw retires early. Southern Indiana’s sliver of votes shapes the convention amid multiple candidates.

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Man Leaps to Death in 600 Foot Onedia Mine Shaft

James Mc Gee, former chief engineer at the Onedia mine, killed himself by jumping into a shaft about 600 feet deep. He, a 43-year-old New York native and a single man, had been in poor health and allegedly mentally deranged. The incident followed political maneuvering in the House over free banking and fractional currency reform, with a tense repeal vote showing party divides.

James McGee Onedia McGee New York Fort Kelley Ewing Conger Cox Phelps Connecticut

Bragg Battery Bravery at Buena Vista Remembered

A New York World contributor retells Bragg’s valorous Buena Vista defense against Santa Anna’s force. Bragg, unsupported, mounted a stubborn stand with Third Artillery as 10 000 to 20 000 Mexicans pressed. Taylor’s report lauds the decisive defense and calls it a supreme act of courage and self sacrifice.

H. C. Gibson New York World Stanton Battle of Buena Vista Braxton Bragg Bragg Palo Alto Resaca de la Palma Ringgold Monterey Randolph Ridgely May Santa Anna Taylor Major Bliss Mexico Light Brigade Marco Bozzaris

Delaware man elected as ite clerk in Ways and Means

Wm Helphill Jones of Delaware, former Deputy First Comptroller, has been chosen by the House Ways and Means Committee as ite clerk. He once faced removal amid Civil War era accusations of Confederate sympathies but remains regarded as efficient and well qualified for the new post. Charleston doctors defend pay and risk to treat yellow fever patients at Port Royal amid criticism. Mrs Millis comments on marriage happiness tied to her husband's appetite, noting the stomach influences harmony.

The Times Erzeroum Azzael India London House Committee On Ways and Means Ite Wm. Helphill Jones Delaware the Treasury New Orleans Dix Jones Charleston Port Royal Keely Boston Globe United States Col. R. Hoe America Chicago Rt. Louis Roere Colorado Martin Luther Berlin Ernest Luther Fulton Times Newark Oshkosh Wis

Autumn Whispers and Odd Notices Across the Nation

A collage of quips and brief items from late 19th century newspapers. Reflections on autumn images, jokes about coffee prizes, and curious quotes from the Milwaukee Sentinel, Boston Globe, and Newark Call. Snippets include political jabs, poetic lines, and playful musings on daily life and technology.

Nap After Dinner Boosts Work and Health

An article argues a two hour post lunch rest improves health and productivity for all workers. It cites a farmer who banned work from twelve to two, letting men sleep under trees after dinner. Rested workers return at two o clock refreshed and able to perform double the daytime effort.

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