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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1879
Page
2
In the coming Congress a fierce race for the House Speakership pits Guerilla Blackburn of Kentucky against ex Speaker Randall. Both claim broad support and certainty of victory. The Greenbackers hold decisive balancing power, yet their vote remains unpredictable, as Dun dreary quips no one can foresee the outcome.
A late Congress bill consolidates scientific surveys once led by Dr Hayden Prof Powell and Lieut Wheeler and authorizes a 6000 dollar yearly salary for a new chief. The leading candidates are Dr F W Hayden, originator of major expeditions, and Clarence King, renowned geologist in Colorado and Nevada mining circles.
A political reply lauds President Hayes for vetoing the Chinese bill, arguing against anti immigration walls while noting America as a refuge for persecuted peoples. The piece critiques anti Chinese sentiment and defends religious freedom, contrasting mob violence with civil welcome.
The piece argues the 1879 extra session is forced by Democratic tactics in both chambers. It details repeal proposals on the jury oath, federal election supervision, and federal army use, and contends Republicans resist a total Democratic control of Senate and the White House. The Washington Letter notes Senate adjournment, the Democratic rise, and museum and postage additions.
The Brigiders must push through their revolutionary projects despite a Republican minority in the Senate described as composed of giants. The opposition’s size and influence pose significant hurdles to advancing changes.
The World in a Nut Shell offers a compact digest of global events. It highlights key developments across politics, economy, and culture with concise, era-appropriate framing and notable figures referenced in passing. The item functions as a quick primer for readers seeking broad headlines.
President Hayes issues a proclamation convening both Houses at noon on March 18 to consider urgent measures for the government. The forecast notes an expected long extra session due to unsettled government topics and political questions, with early action anticipated on the Jones Telegraph bill.
Robert Martin once a NYSE millionaire received a five day city prison sentence for stealing a coat and shirt. Reports note cattle disease in Jersey City and Long Island. Union Pacific directors elected in Boston include Gould Sage Dillon, with Gould the largest holder. Grisson murder verdict spurs public reaction. National Butter Cheese and Egg Association meets in Chicago. Quarantine for infected cattle arrives in New York. Vanderbilt related news and Merritt salaries plan receive approval.
Joseph Dixon sues Beach for 176500 claiming 1765 shares value. Eight suits filed in Cincinnati against Arch bishop Purcell and brother Edward totaling about 20000. Banks sue in U S Circuit Court. Eight simultaneous fires strike Columbus. Mayor enlists Governor's Guard. Ottawa boiler test explodes injuring five.
News briefs report wage refusals by the County Miners Association and Clyde shipwrights, a fire at Regent Street Polytechnic, a shipwreck off Dunkirk with seven saved, pleuro-pneumonia in Manchester cattle, and 400 starving families in Sheffield. Also noted are Natal Zulu War tensions, Royal Polytechnic Institute fire correction, and various European and imperial developments.
In Washington on March 4 the Conference on the Post Office Appropriation bill reported and agreement followed. Vice-President Wheeler would not preside again. Thomas W. Ferry elected President pro tempore. A pension of 500 dollars monthly to R C Buchanan’s widow was approved, about 20 private bills passed, and an executive session was held. At noon Ferry declared final adjournment with no day. The House considered the Army Appropriation bill but failed to agree on stripping the posse comitatus provision.
The President Rutherford B Hayes issues a proclamation convening both Houses of Congress for 12 noon on Tuesday March 18 to consider measures for the next fiscal year. The call follows the failure to provide ordinary appropriations for government expenses and Army support for the year ending June 30, 1880.
In February residents of Buckeye Centre donated food and goods worth about sixty dollars to aid the community. A New Year tribute from Orangeville quotes wisdom on liberal charity and expresses gratitude to donors and supporters, signed by B. F. Pit on March 8 1879.
McConnell's Grove resident complains of mail box theft and delayed mail service affecting daily correspondence. He notes a lengthy payment to the carrier and demands accountability, warning of consequences if thieves are detected. The letter also mentions Illinois railroad debts and Market weather affecting mud conditions.
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