Peace rumor ends European war after Austria Prussia clash
The Atlantic Cable reports a peace treaty between Austria and Prussia, ending the great European conflict. The victory appears to humiliate Austria and place Prussia in control, with cautious hope for moderated terms and future Congress stability. Public patronage politics loom as President Johnson’s influence is questioned amid party strength debates.
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Atlantic Telegraph Links Continents in Global Milestone
Europe and America gain near instant contact after the Submarine Telegraph’s successful landing at the Western terminus. The project, after prior failures, promises vast political and financial impacts, potentially reshaping cabinet deliberations and markets across London Paris and New York as a second cable may follow. The Great Eastern returns to mid ocean to pursue the lost cable and a second link to connect the continents.
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Congress Adopts Sine Die Adjournment After Long Session
Both Houses adjourned sine die after eight months of toil and dispersed to their homes. The piece notes that while staying in session might have been wiser, members deserve a respite from the exhaustive workload and public apprehension remains.
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European War News and Cable Reports July 25 26 30
European from Moscow Gazette on July 25 says Russia seeks no Europe change while Austria yields to France risks balance Prussia moves toward Vienna. Prague occupied. Kossuth in talks with Garibaldi. July 26 reports Prussians beat Federal troops at Aschaffenburg and approach Vienna with Padua and Vicenza under Italian advance. Open city stance announced for Vienna. Cable progress and Peruvian news note to July 30. Navy and bounty law clause also appears.
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Bounty Bill Passes Congress New Law for Soldiers
The Bounty Bill advances after passing both Houses and awaits presidential approval. It outlines eligibility for veteran and survivor bounties: soldiers enlisted after April 19 1861 with three years service may receive 100 dollars, with extra for wounds or service deaths. widows and dependents may also receive. It also covers soldiers enlisted after April 19 1861 for two years during the rebellion with a $50 bounty and limits for shorter enlistments. The text specifies sections on eligibility, amounts, and survivors under existing laws.
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Admission of Tennessee Representatives in Congress
Washington date July 24 reports the House approving credentials of Tennessee members elect. The committee found credentials valid and recommended oath of office. Maynard, Stokes, and Taylor greeted as they took the oath and were seated amid cheers. Other members to be sworn in tomorrow. Senate to refer Fowler and Patterson credentials to Judiciary Committee.
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Memphis Massacre Report to House Unveils Atrocities
The select committee report on Memphis riots describes a planned massacre of colored people, with 46 killed, 2 whites, 78 wounded, 18 rapes, 10 maltreated, and 91 houses burned. It cites burning, looting, and desecration across churches and schools, valuing destroyed property at 130,981 dollars and condemns local authorities. It also covers Foreign Affairs on repeal of neutrality laws and Britain demands reparations for privateer damage. The panel urges policy changes and cautions loyalty to the flag remains fragile in Memphis.
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Fragmentary note on military authority and citizen taxes
The text appears as broken phrases about military authority and the government’s aim to arrest and try offenders. It mentions the military, authority, and taxation on citizens of Memphis to cover losses and protect property, though the wording is incomplete and uncertain.
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Atlantic Cable Arrives In Perfect Order At Heart's Content
The Atlantic Cable arrived in perfect order at Heart's Content Newfoundland at 9 o clock this morning July 29. President Johnson in Washington expects the line to bless England and the United States, increasing intercourse with the Eastern Hemisphere. Cyrus W. Frew expresses hope and goodwill in the missive.
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Political moving parts in 1866: conventions, posts, and pardons
Vermont Democrats appoint delegates to the Philadelphia Convention while Republicans nominate Covode and Major Wilson for Congress in Indiana. The Senate confirms Grant and Farragut, and Fry's brevet rank is changed. The Memphis inquiry for corruption continues as a labor congress plans in Baltimore. Tennessee adjourns with Speaker turmoil and expulsions. Cairo bricklayers strike, cholera cases noted, and urban heat records marked by a NYC heat wave.
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Cable under the Sea Aims to Bind Hemispheres
Washington letter to Cyrus WEField from Heart s Content congratulates persistent effort and hopes the Atlantic cable lost last year will be recovered within two weeks, with a second line in operation to promote harmony between the Republic and Eastern Hemisphere governments.
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