Cabinet debates citizens arming ships for Russia amid growing Anglo Russian tensions
The Cabinet discussed American supplies of ships and war munitions to Russia as a possible war looms with England. No decision was reached. The President signed the Bankrupt Act repeal. Tax cuts for tobacco draw protest from manufacturers seeking rebates. The General Deficiency bill authorizes nearly $2 million for Robeson contracts. Secretary Sherman disputed election fraud charges with 100 witness names while testifying before committees.
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Various political and civic happenings across states
The text lists assorted 1878 events: NH legislature opening, Army of the Potomac Society electing Gen. Franklin, Fifth Army Corps and Twelfth Corps associations forming, Brewers Association electing Frederick Lauer in Baltimore, Prescott inaugurated NH governor, Colgate soap plant fire in Jersey City with $500,000 loss and 300 jobs lost, major league baseball scores, G B Baum address at Brewers Convention, embezzlement case against George T Hathaway in New Bedford, a voyage of the Nautilus from Boston, the Estelle and Spanish minister issue, Germania arrives with $500,000 in specie, Mrs Tilton Beecher controversy, Bryant death expected, Mollie Maguire murder case, Greenwich Bank failure, Greenback party nominations and conventions in multiple states, Tammany Hall stance on the Electoral Commission, Missouri Prohibition Convention, Oregon election returns, and Democratic prospects in Oregon and Maine.
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Florida Florida Investigation Committee hears letters and bribes in Hayes era
A long standing investigation reveals a push to pressure President Hayes with threats of exposing campaign fraud. Witnesses describe bribes and plots involving electors, the Matthews correspondence, and requests for federal appointments in New Orleans and across Louisiana. The committee subpoenas Matthews and reviews original letters from Anderson and other figures. testimony covers canvasses, affidavits, and alleged schemes to sway elections and cabinet promotions.
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Five men hanged after Archer shooting near Raccourci
In New Orleans reports say six attackers fired on Dr William B Archer as he rode past cottonwood trees near Raccourci in Ponte Coupee Parish. Five prisoners were found guilty and, after being escorted to the court area, were seized by a mob and hanged. The incident involved a rumored club aiming to kill leading white men and form a separate nation.
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Berlin Telegrams On Assassination Plot And Emperor’s Condition
London reports an assassination attempt on the German Emperor causing worldwide shock. An anonymous London letter warned of danger to the Emperor and Crown Prince, while Dr Nobeling lies near death after surgery. Nobeling’s brothers arrive. his photos are banned from sale. The Standard notes the trial recount of Nobeling’s actions before his collapse.
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Pope appeals to IRS over Arcan Catholics in Turkey affairs
The Pope has sent an appeal to the IRS to protect Arcan Catholics while regulating Turkey affairs, seeking safeguards and ecclesiastical interests amid international duties and regulatory oversight.
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Stay Jailer Stay Line Proves Horse Echoes Call
Trainer urges his horse Jailer to halt as it bolts during practice. The handler shouts a echoed line Stay Jailer stay and hear my whoa! triggering the animal to slow and return to the rail. No injuries reported.
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Florida Vote Controversy Affects Hayes Tilden Result
Testimony from Jacksonville and Leon County clerks details irregular canvassing in Clay and Baker counties. Evidence shows jumbled poll lists and attempted influence on the Returning Board. Telegraphs cited reveal caucus plans and potential cabinet considerations connected to Hayes’s electoral prospects.
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Deadly Explosion at Evans Coal Pit in Lancastershire
London reports a coal mine disaster at Evans colliery near St Helen's with 232 dead. Rescue teams recovered ten survivors while eight others shelter in a working area. An explorer described gruesome decapitations and bodies blown apart. The blast cause remains unknown due to prohibited naked lights. A large crowd gathers at the shaft mouth. The first rescuer reached the shaft within five minutes of the explosion.
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Russo English talks praised at Congress amid Austrian doubt
London reports a St. Petersburg dispatch stating the terms of the Russo English arrangements are more satisfactory than expected and that confidence is high for the Congress. The main obstacle appears to be Austria's objection to ceding Antivari to Montenegro.
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Greeley’s 83 Acre Chappaqua Farm Sold to A J Quin
Real estate entries show eighty-three and five-eighth acres in Chappaqua sold to A J Quin for 10000. The plot, part of the Greeley farm, remains tied to Ida and Gabrielle Greeley, daughters living in Tarrytown, with their husband Col. Smith. The area is described as rough, locally famed for Greeley’s “Greeley’s ark” rides and the locust trees, now a scrubby woodland.
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Kentucky Diocesan Convention Sees Low Attendance
The Diocesan Convention of Kentucky reports only fifteen parishes represented. Bishop Dudley confirms 386 and ordains two deacons. The body renames itself the Council and condemns fairs, festivals, and dancing tied to church fundraisers citing gambling.
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