24 Dec 1866
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Newspaper
Daily Milwaukee News
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1866
Page
1
Ex Governor Fletcher of Arkansas paroled. Supreme Court decision on the test path due next Monday. Maximilian refuses to abdicate for now and moves headquarters to Puebla. A terrible disaster strikes the Convent at Aresdian. Reports from the Paraguay Brazils clash battle ongoing with late updates.
Washington December 23 report notes ex governor Pletcher of Arkansas pardoned on attorney general recommendation. A House select committee led by Mr. Pite to Charleston to probe the late murder. French minister Berthemy arrives. Marquis de Montholon heads to New York then Paris. Mexican affairs hinge on Maximilian’s stance and a proposed congress as empire reorganizes with four divisions and large military and financial preparations.
Rio Janeiro letters from November 26th say no new clashes occurred between Paraguay and Brazil since the October 30 fight at Parajal. Paraguan forces damaged Parsesuba on October 29 causing grounding. three more Brazilian ironclads joined. Emperor of Brazil emancipates all slaves. Urgunbest Shemokia arrived Cumzer with Washburn and party, landed with escort to Parsgusy capital. Meditation by Chili and Bo i rejected by Argentine government. Valaparaiso note mentions Fanny of New London bound for Chibe government with eighteen parrots guns in forty days.
A Dublin dispatch reports government forces, gunboats, and entrenchments around Phoenic Park near the government Eon magazine. Troops are arriving from Panacea amid rumors of regiments being sent to England despite censorship. Drills and preparations unfold across Ireland as the public awaits further orders from authorities.
The St Petersburg Journal denies rumors of Russia and Austria acting against any party and stresses friendly ties. Belgium and Holland renew old Bohliid differences, seeking diplomacy. The Prussian upper house backs a lower‑house compromise on duppies. London reports holiday slowdowns with no trades till Wednesday. Meantime Paris notes twelve million francs for a breech‑loading rifle. Candian waters see larger Porkieh activity and ongoing insurgent fighting.
Dispatches recount a Turkish assault on Arcadian convent where 54 guards held out against Mustapha Pacha’s 12,000 troops. After breaching walls, a magazine exploded, killing many and injuring others. Convent garrison dwindled to 39 men and 60 women and children, with mass village burning in reprisal.
From Buffalo Berrao Dea 28 the partition walk of the court stall marker fell today. It being Sunday no one was injured. The Buffalo and Erie line had been blocked with snow at Winfield for two days. Sixteen passenger coaches and three locomotives were once collected there, along with six express and baggage cars. Now twelve freight trains remain, carrying 116 cars.
The Detroit press estimates the 1866 river fish catch with 75 000 to 125 000 barrels or about $1 600 000 in value. Whitefish dominates the trade. its flesh praised for firmness and flavor. Fresh water shellfish and other species are noted, with totals of salted and fresh fish and references to dealer reports and inspector returns.
The passage extols trout as a luxury in eastern cities, noting fresh lake trout from Huron or Mackinaw as highly prized when properly cured. It praises its pleasant flavor and also points to its affordability for buyers, highlighting its desirability for sale and consumption in both local and distant markets.
Special dispatches report Sherman and Campbell expected back soon after a failed search for the Juarez government in Mexico. Missouri difficulties resolved to the governor's satisfaction, Indiana Supreme Court decision to be honored, Indian contract frauds pegged at 37 000 over bids, habeas corpus likely for Dry Tortugas prisoners. Radicals aim to secure a republican New York, rumors of war preparations, and Bolivia Paraguay treaty sending 2 500 troops to Brazil. FENIAN trial updates and Philadelphia robbery aftermath. Steamer sales and cargo details, a Kansas shooting, Virginia military commission actions, and a Boston strike end this batch of Washington news.
From 800th America dispatches a Newa special report dated December 22 cites Australia receiving a surprise one hundred thousand tons of breadcruffs for the season. It notes unemployment seeking free passage to America, prosperous Victoria gold fields, and excellent harvest prospects. A Christchurch fire causes 80 000 in losses, Pern strengthens Arica and Dallas defenses, and a report claims the Lancaster foundered near Cape Horn. New Zealand taxes urged via stamp duties, and Peru and Chili reject mediation terms while Spain is asked to salute.
Loxapox December 22 noon Consols 89, U 85, 200, 721-2. Erie 47, Illinoia Contra 79. Frankfort telegram notes five-twentyths at 76 152 Monday will be observed as a holiday. Crockpool December 22 noon Cotton firm and unchanged. Antwerp December 22 petroleum quiet at Bayt. London December 22 noon no news of importance. Business will be almost entirely suspended on Monday as well as Tuesday.
From Cincinnati December 22 the mayor asked authority to raise the police force from about 180 to 240. The city council moved toward purchasing the gas works after October election. A fire at Lowry Perin Co. on Main Street caused about 1000 in losses. The Laurel Fork and Sugar Hill railroad connecting White Oak oil region with the Baltimore and Ohio line will open soon, extending to the Ohio River opposite Mariette. Cramer and Williams wagon works burned, loss 8000 insured 13000. Fire also damaged Christ's Church last night, origin in defective wiring, losses about 30000 with insured 19000.
From Mexico New Year December 22 Herald's Brownsville report describes unsettled conditions in Matamoras as Canales Cortinas and Ortega maneuver for influence. Ortega reportedly crossing into Mexico, with rumors of joint actions against Juarez and possible capture of Escobedo en route to Monterey. Corsica from Havana arrives. Havana business dull amid Maximilianist debates.
The congressional committee on revenue frauds flags widespread illicit distilling in New York. Over 3000 small operations hidden in dwellings produced whisky to dodge a $2 per gallon tax. Witnesses, including copperworkers and merchants, describe clandestine stills, cheap liquor, and large distilleries forced to curb output. Proposal favors tax reductions to curb evasion.
New York December 22 Governor Fenton dismisse d the charges against city controller Beeman and anya asserting the investigation shows irregularities in his duties but fails to present a case warranting executive interference.
Col McDougal writes to the Transcript denying the troops were called out at Sweetsburg on Tuesday evening due to a score. He says the action was perfectly justified by information received.
Washington debates a ruling cited from the prior term in Milligan. Justice Davis reads an opinion stressing constitutional guarantees for citizens and property, warning against emergency overreach. The case arises from a division in the Louisiana court and preserves habeas corpus rights for an Indiana citizen despite wartime strain.
Indiana case details how civilian justice challenged a military commission after unlawful detention. The court debated writs of habeas corpus and whether Congress could empower military trials where civil courts remained functioning, stressing the defendant’s nonmilitary status and preserving civil authority.
In stock a splendid apartment of Zuous suitable for Holiday Gifts at 337 East Water Street, near AVE. Stone & Phillips advertise available items and festive options for the season.
A fragmentary trade notice lists silver plated tableware such as tea sets and goblets, ivory handle cutlery, plated blades, razors, and various office and domestic hardware. It mentions skates, patterns, tea and urns, reapers, spears, and builder’s hardware amid a jumble of goods and brand names.
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