Colfax Homecoming Receives Strong Public Support
Hon Schuyler Colfax returns to South Bend after twenty years in public life with a sweeping hometown ovation. He delivers a lengthy defense regarding Credit Mobilier, stating he abandoned stock and held no influence over votes, while Grant expresses unwavering confidence in his integrity. A countywide resolution and a letter from Grant reinforce public trust in Colfax amid investigations.
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Schuyler Colfax
South Bend
Indiana
Oakes Ames
Colfax
Credit Mobilier
Grant
Executive Mansion
Washington
Daan Ma
Corrax
U. S. Grant
Increase readership for the Fort Port Journal
The piece urges readers to boost circulation by recruiting neighbors who do not subscribe and promises benefits to those who help. It notes a forthcoming school election circular and defends railroads, discusses Western black walnut timber bound for England, highlights a macaroni tariff debate in North Carolina, and reports on cabinet changes and salaries under President Grant.
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Fretport Journal
Meader
England
Illinois
Sea Board
Grant Administration Delivers Steady Improvement Since Start
A contemporary view lauds Grant’s presidency as a pronounced success that has grown better from the outset. It notes favorable forecasts about a rival’s second term, now seemingly fulfilled, urging hearty support for the administration.
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Grant
Illinois Supreme Court fixes per manency on State Temperance Law
Six Bureau county cases went to the Illinois Supreme Court and were decided in favor of the law. The ruling narrows the license dispute across the state by holding the saloon keeper responsible for evils directly linked to liquor traffic. It sets broad accountability for tavern operators while not extending duties to other citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court of Illinois
Bureau County
Sel Jer
Small Rebel Crackdown in New Orleans Taps United States Aid
Last Wednesday a minor rebellion by the McEnery faction in New Orleans aimed to seize control of the government. Several killed or wounded before U S authorities restored quiet. McEnery denies involvement though party allies organized the effort. The Toledo Commercial notes a warlike militia appeal echoed old antebellum tones via editor R Barnwell Rhett Sr formerly of the Charleston Mercury.
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New Orleans
McEnery
United States
Kellogg
R. Barnwell Rhett, Sr
Charleston Mercury
Colonel Burnside Receives Partial Justice From Congress
Colonel J O P Burnside, once of Freeport, is refunded 5284.00 for damages from a seized cotton vessel. He had claimed over thirteen thousand dollars, but only government proceeds from the seizure are refunded. The claim report lauds his loyalty and bravery, noting service from 1861 to 1864 and Gettysburg injuries. He will soon visit Freeport and assume duties as superintendent of a new railroad.
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J. O. P. Burnside
Freeport
Congress
Colonel Burnside
Burnside
Gettysburg
Toreeport
Illinois Legislature Probes Ex-Secretary Rummel and Penitentiary Mismanagement
Two investigative committees report on misused funds and asset losses. One examines ex Secretary of State Rummel over copying journal words far beyond legal allowance and overbilling. the other reviews Penitentiary affairs under Governor Palmer appointees. Evidence shows overcharges, a nine thousand forty dollar idle payment, and a lump sale of wagons and engines at a loss of about twenty-five thousand dollars to Morris Rosenfield in Moline. The panel continues taking testimony.
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Jilinois
Rummel
Rammel
Palmer
Morris Rosenfield
Moline
Senator Pomeroy Not Explaining Quote About York
The source quotes Senator Pomeroy as not explaining a line from Shakespeare and stating the opposite, noting discontent and a contrast to a supposed glorious summer attributed to a son of York. The report centers on his lack of clarity and the contrasting view implied by the cited passage.
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Pomeroy
Gon
York
The Big Steal and the Credit Mobilier Swindle
The Big Steal dwarfs the Credit Mobilier fraud as Congress approved a pay raise of one million five hundred thousand dollars for members, about five thousand dollars per person. It was not a party measure, with Democrats and Republicans both voting and dodging, including key figures from Texas and New York.
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Credit Mobilier
Congress
Mr. Snapp
Jack Farnsworth
Texas
Iowa
Massachusetts
N. P. Banks
Michigan
New York
New Hampshire
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Vermont
Fighting the Railroads and the Three-Cent Fare Controversy
The piece condemns farmers who refuse rail fare and threaten conductors. It argues the dispute targets corporate policy rather than workers, urges court resolution, notes Ku Klux law suits, and contemplates legislative defense for farmers. The writer predicts a court ruling in favor of the people.
Inauguration of Gen Grant for Second Term
Bitterly cold day in Washington as Gen Grant begins his second four year term in 1873. The parade featured twelve thousand spectators, a six division procession, and a Capitol ceremony with Vice President Colfax administering the oath. Grant’s inaugural address urged education for Native Americans, territorial caution, currency stability, and national unity, while defending civil service reform and the nation’s progress.
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Washington
General Grant
Cragin
Logan
Bayard
Grant
Philadelphia City Cavalry
Audenreidh
Presidents Mounted Guard
Governor's Mounted Guard
Boston Lancers
White House
Capitol
Senate
Diplomatic Corps
Blacque Bey
Edward Thornton
Marquis de Nouvilles
France
Mori
Supreme Court of the
United States
Chase
Gen. Grant
Senate Committee of Arrangements
Messrs
House of Representatives
Blaine
Senate Chamber
Sumner
Colfax
Wilson
Supreme Court
Kix
Supreme Court of the United States
Committee of
Forty-third Congress
Orville
Sharp
Gant
Fruton
Providence
Union
Farmers of Kent Township Meeting at Reber's School House
Farmers of Kent township will hold a meeting at Reber's School House Friday night to discuss community concerns and plan upcoming projects. Residents are urged to attend and participate in the sessions.
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Kent Township
Reber
Red Tape Versus Liberty in Ridott February Gatherings
A fragmented reminiscence from Brook on a February event in Ridott and Freeport. The writer questions promises made by local officials including Judge Hinds and Hon. T J Turner regarding a dedication program and voluntary speakers, asking whether commitments were kept. The piece ends with biblical imagery and a call for accountability.
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Brook
Board of Supervisors
County
T. J. Turner
Chicago
Stephenson
R. RB. Statin
Ridott
Freeport
Mittee
Judge Hinds
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Freeport Journal
OUR
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Mott Haven
N. C
House
Galladay
Tennessee
Boutwell
Treasury Department
Fish
State ‘Department
E. B. Washburne
State Department
Washburne
Witten
United States District Court
Thirteen States
San Domingo
Santo Domingo
Fprogreas
Givil Service Reform
Tay Po
Fort Sumter
Carl
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