Turbulent War Department Nominations and Legal Case Notes
Washington reports Congress faces a flood of letters and applications for army posts as vacancies are filled under a new apportionment. The Supreme Court considers the pardon and forfeiture issues in the Wiley case arising from the 1861 62 confiscation of Great Western railroad stock and related forfeitures.
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Washington Wasernpton
Congress
War Department
Ap Equal
Tattor
Congressions
Supreme Court of the
United States
Caired Bates
Lerey
BM. Wiley
Leroy M. Wiley
Spd
Wbich Boxe
Great Western Ranrk Company
Admitted interview with the president and unrest in Congress
The reading clerk of the House is recovering from a serious illness while former rebels linger in the capital. The article reports military interference, treasury disputes over cotton, a sheriff’s arrest, and debates over emancipation, secession, and constitutional amendments as Texas and the nation face political turmoil.
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Wees
House of Repressntatives
Peremontia
Murder at Countown House In Orsego County
In central New York a brutal double murder occurred on Thanksgiving Day as Br Crandall and his wife, aged 60 and 65, were killed at their Countown residence near Bridgewater on the New Berlie railroad. Crandall was shot in the head and his wife battered with a bludgeon. three thousand bursts in the house were left undiscovered by the killers.
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AxLbant
Central New York
Br. Crandall
Countown
Orsego County
Bridgewater
New Berlie
Burglary at Buy & Co Office Leads to Theft
Burglars struck the Buy & Co office in Taor NY during a night break in. They forced doors and windows, entered and stole about $2000 in cash, $19,000 in banknotes, and $200 in possessions before escaping. Two private watchmen were distance from the office at the time.
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Buy & Co
Troy
Poscio
Meney
Butler to Grant Reply Leaves Crosser Cast Unanswered
Post dispatch from Washington reports that Butler intends to respond to the criticism leveled by Gen Grant. The reply is expected to address the censure and make clear his position amid renewed political maneuvering.
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Busler
Grant
Yusk
Post
Ackington
Anderstood
Butler
Gen Grant
Purchase of New Steam Frigate Meteor by Chile
December 9 New York reports the steam frigate Meteor, built by Forbes of Boston, placed under consideration. It is said to have been purchased by the Chilean government. The vessel Onward from Boston and Delaware from Philadelphia arrived for Europe. The ceremony and business of the shipyard proceed toward completion with brokers and officials attending.
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Cuilian Governett
Meteor
Forbes
Boston
Bho
Nesters
Delaware
Philadelphia
Stock Market and Washington Dispatches from Dec 9
Financial market notes report weak government stocks and lower quotations as speculative holders sell. Chicago and Northwestern plans to pass preferred stock dividends and dedicate surplus to equipment, with dull discounts, active demand, and stable on call rates. Washington dispatches describe tribal claims settlements, juror qualification bills, state department actions, and cabinet proceedings amid civil and political tension.
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Csil
New York Commercial
Losne
Washington dispatches and theater news lead the day
Brig general warrants and resignations noted, including Butler Diz Ketcham Caxton dates. Burlingame to Odia dispatches soon. Actor James B. Murdoch suffers fateful attack at Grover’s Theater. Grenada Mississippi clash reported between militia and freedmen troops with injuries. General officer reductions tally near 169. Treasury writs and pension bills discussed. Pacific railroad bonds sought and Oregon land grants issued. Oregon city donation awards target 23000 acres. City charter revocation debates loom as congressional action nears.
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Ges Mertindsle
Butler
Diz
Ketcham
Caxton
Scott
Roort
Waehington
Burlingame
Odiia
James EB. Murdoch
Grover’n Theater
New Orleans
Grenada
Mississippi
Deepatch
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Public Land Office
Oregon City
Qregon
Plusneere
Congress
Dismissal in Jefferson Court Over Slave Escape Case
In Jefferson circuit court the commonwealth’s case against Major General Joe Palmer for aiding a slave to escape was dismissed as the indictment lacked the required elements. Palmer issued proclamations declaring slavery ceased and urged actions through courts, asserting public travel must follow reasonable regulations.
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Jefferson Circuit
Commonwealth
Joe Palme
Juhoan
Annios
Kenney
Palmer
Show from Burrato Dea B beary acow atorm commenced here
In a fragmentary report a show from Burrato Dea B features a bear and cow themed act beginning at an unclear location with sparse readable details and no clear date or organizer identified.
Political Upheaval and Brutal Murder Reported in New Orleans Era
The report notes Green leading with 1188 votes against Doungersy 800 in a county tally, with Jackson County granting Green a 120 majority and Anton io Green receiving 657 in another county. Democrats claim confidence in winning Berry County, while a violent scene unfolds as Dr. Bir of Cotobril Mies is murdered by armed rioters. The body of a murdered Black man is found near Major Logan's plantation outside Ghreveport as mobs seize firearms and threaten white residents.
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Lil. Dee
Csiro
Percy
Dougnersy
Jackson County
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Antonio Green
Berry County
Bir
Cotobril
Mies
Luely Moss
Wrest
Logan
Ghreveport
Logan’s
Iobo
Fractured Tale of Stone's Margin in Weakened Race
The report is garbled but implies Gov Stone’s majority will not be known until a later meeting of the general assembly. A few details hint at political maneuvering, with references to Hoge and Packers offering five dollars, and a mention of cold weather.
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Feou
Stone
Hoge
Mengaterets
Sumubens
Itwaukes Ussaty George
Planta
Vampanne Harvey
Tayor
Ustecant
Wisconsin
Mora Yu
Pace Loe & Ck
Praise or alt ARMIgs.-Genera Grant closes his report
The report lauds both Union and Confederate armies for their fighting quality. It notes the western forces began in the Mississippi Valley and accepted surrender at various points, while the eastern forces fought from the Potomac region and surrendered at Appomattox. It calls for national unity, peace, and harmony, praising both sides for their role in restoring national supremacy.
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Genera Grant
North Carolina
Enat
Army of the Potomac
Aatagonia
Appomattox
Jerry
United States
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