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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1879
Page
3
Randall predicts Congress will adjourn before May 10 as race issues dominate. Cincinnati and Columbus elect Republican city officers on Monday reflecting national concerns. Columbus hasn't had a Republican mayor since 1858, offsetting Chicago Democratic gains last week.
The army appropriation bill cleared the House on Saturday with the Greenbackers voting with the Democrats except for two. It now goes to the Senate where further debate is anticipated with Senators Logan Carpenter Chandler and other Republicans expected to weigh in.
The 45500 loan failed on Monday not due to public opposition to funding but because of the mayor's vacillating methods. If the matter had been properly presented and the salary ordinance addressed, the loan would have passed by a large majority.
A congressional clash over attaching political measures to the army appropriation bill is framed as the old fight of union versus disunion. The author asserts rebel democracy in the majority is still weak in ability, predicts a North Dakota like shift, and argues strong public demand will repudiate the traitors and prevent renewed amnesty or reconstruction concessions.
Maj Hawk delivers his maiden address during the Army Appropriation Bill debate, urging protection of the ballot and opposing repeal of election safeguards. He argues federal troops may be needed at polls if states fail to shield voters and warns against using repealing clauses to force partisan gains in 1880.
Gen. Garfield delivers a sweeping speech in the House on March 29 1879 denouncing a Democratic push to control government funds and urging that free consent be the foundation of law. He warns that withholding appropriations could destroy the government and frames the issue as a constitutional crisis with stark comparisons to past secessionist actions.
A historic vow emphasizing truth, right and justice, affirming commitment to free government. The text appeals to the public’s good sense and patriotism to support the nation during a critical period. It reflects a call for united resolve and steadfast civic duty.
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