12 Jul 1876
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1876
Page
1
Poem fragment quotes William Cullen Bryant praising a new era. Refers to a fairer, whiter page and a happier reign as a moral or historical record. The lines urge writing a fresh history mindful of past warnings. The text embodies an 19th century literary voice and moral tone.
A Chicago Palmer House death scene unfolds as Frederick A Jeffery, a young and prosperous Syracuse man, dies by self destruction after a week of deliberate preparation, employing multiple lethal agents in a staged bath scenario. He leaves letters and trunk instructions to executors, with a Times note and room details.
The man arrived via Peoria and stayed at the hotel in good spirits. He paid his bill and declined breakfast before morning. He avoided questions about his destination and did not want a porter call. His body was discovered yesterday afternoon in the bathroom, the scene of the crime.
The Baltimore Gazette reports on Fernando Wood's speech praising economy while detailing a government table of civil employes from 1859 to 1875. It notes growth from 54,207 in 1869 under Geo Grant to 94,119 in 1874, claims Democratic reductions would shed 50,000 office holders, and accuses Republicans of preserving wasteful payrolls amid a house senate deadlock.
The Cincinnati Enquirer praises Mrs Tilden as a refined partner poised to influence White House affairs if her husband wins the presidency. Descriptions extol her beauty grace and linguistic talents while a editor scolds a writer to limit output to religious intelligence rather than politics.
The Hon Andrew H Hamilton incumbent rep for Indiana 12th district receives unanimous Democratic nomination for Congress at Fort Wayne convention. The Post extols his proven ability integrity and service urging voters to return him with a larger majority than two years ago and sends greeting across a thousand miles.
Special Helena correspondence from Stillwater Montana dated July 2 describes Custer attacking an Indian camp 20 miles up the Little Horn River. Major Reno's detachment faced heavy fire, with 315 killed overall including 17 officers and the entire Uster family. Reports cite a large camp, 2,000 to 4,000 hostiles, and widespread devastation as reinforcements arrive.
John W. Short attempted a balloon launch with the W S Ling le at four o clock. A miscue on the guy ropes caused the balloon to strike the court house corner tearing a hole. Short was injured by a wire and fell into a alley. His right leg was amputated above the knee at Ferry street after transfer to Dr Glink. He is about 25 and unmarried.
The 1875 gross earnings fell by 17.4 million from 1874, yet net earnings declined only 4.06 million to 185.5 million. Dividends rose to 74.29 million, up 7.25 million from 1874, equal to 3.38 percent on 2.198 billion capital stock. The piece links rail traffic growth to 25 years of progress and notes historical rail milestones.
A historical survey traces the two-thirds rule from the 1832 Democratic National Convention through successive Baltimore conventions. It explains its origin, application, and persistence, detailing key figures like Van Buren and Jackson, and debunking the myth that it began in 1844 to block Van Buren.
The Springfield Republican reports Reformers pledge to back only candidates publicly known for integrity and virtue. Hayes and Wheeler are praised for upright conduct and avoiding offense to honest men, while opposition fears thieves. Magnolia Balm advertises beauty benefits.
Reports of a washout on the Wisconsin branch of the Northwestern Railroad near Beloit last night. A Chicago First Regiment train returning from Madison carried wounded. no deaths confirmed. Details awaited as rescue and safety checks proceed.
News notes Mr New, now treasurer of the United States, will return to Indianapolis to resume his former post as cashier of the First National Bank after his successor takes charge. The bank plans a new vice president role due to rising business and Mr English’s ill health, with Mr Slaughter slated for the position. A telegram says Mr New will arrive by the 1th. Also included are items on hog receipts, conventions, and political commentary.
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