Congress opens with President's Message read in session
The 41st Congress met in Washington with a quorum nearly full. The President's Message was read and will be published in the Journal. Secretary Wish notes limited mediation with Washburne, while praising the French Republic recognition as ordered. Springfield State Board of Equalization reports property assessments at about one-fifth of actual value, suggesting state wealth around two billion dollars versus five hundred million on rolls.
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Illinois Soldiers’ Orphans' Home
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Nere
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Illinois State Officers Majorities Reported
Abstract of the total vote shows Republican leads for Logan Congressman at Large 23610 Bates Treasurer 23656 Bateman Superintendent 22079 Washburn Prison Commissioner 28589 Buta Prison Commissioner 80415. Average majority listed as 220848.
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Legislative backlog in Congress outlines broad bills
A summary lists bills from the previous session likely to reappear, covering shipbuilding to boost U S commerce, telegraph links with foreign countries, postal telegraph systems, immigration under labor contracts, civil service reform, Alaska territorial government, statehood for Colorado and New Mexico, anti munitions sales to hostile governments, port guardians in New York, railway construction aid, anti polygamy measures, postage rate cuts, government printing reforms, international copyright, and an airline walkway between Washington and Newark.
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Mediterranean and Oriental ‘Steamship Navigation Company
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Belgium
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New York
Kansas Pacific Railway
Memphis
el Paso
Midland Pacific Railways
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Newark
Regulation of railroad freights and passenger costs
The legislature will face a pivotal issue this winter regulating rail freight and passenger charges. The piece notes past failed attempts, the new constitution granting power, and calls for action to curb railroad monopolies. It argues rail profits should yield cheaper fares and freight, warning of future political action if no remedy is found.
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Palmer
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Chicago
State of Pino's
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Grant and the Grumblers
The article defends President Grant against constant criticism by grumblers who attack small details while ignoring his overall achievements. It contrasts critics' petty faults with Grant’s enduring work, noting improved national debt, currency, reconstruction, and credit, and argues grumblers misread safety and prosperity as apathy.
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Railroad Monopolies Hit Freight and Fare Increases
From the New York Mail comes a warning about railroad combined power. Presidents and superintendents of major trunk lines meet to raise freights and passenger fares, with Erie and others cited. A fifty percent freight hike and higher fares threaten farmers, merchants, and western producers, risking embargoes on trade and pushing America to lose ground to global markets. The piece urges federal railroad regulation under Congress to curb these charges.
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Washington Dispatches on Alabama and Minister to England
Washington highlights the Alabama dispute and the anticipated appointment of a new Minister to England to reflect Administration views. It notes Washburne’s leave in Paris, census results, and ongoing internal revenue retrenchment with staff reductions and debt actions. The piece mentions naval and fiscal shifts, including Treasury plans and possible Whisky tax debates.
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Paris
J. W. Douglass
Internal Revenue
Mr. Douglass
Gentleman in Illinois Reaches Settlement After Threshing Incident
A Illinois man who claimed he was damaged by another man during a threshing incident has settled the matter for 290 dollars after an earlier estimate of zero. The compromise ends unresolved dispute between the two parties.
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Freeport seeks factory investment and loans plan
Over $600,000 is invested in Dixon manufacturing and $18,000 is paid to employees monthly. Freeport hosts a strong meeting of civic leaders to revive industry, considering a city or private loan at low interest to attract manufacturers. A follow up meeting will present a definite plan as Freeport aims to leverage rail access for growth.
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