Tragic and political headlines court the nation
Gold prices rise in New York as a protracted legal quarrel over a divorce ends with Brigham and Ann Fliza denied a divorce and awarded only compensation. Indictments mount in South Carolina mass killings, while Von Moltke hints at new war with France. Louisiana proclaims a day of thanksgiving May 10, as Sherman and Sheridan discuss raising Spotted Tail to colonel and forming a frontier Indian regiment. Illinois editors convene in Chicago with plans for a western trip.
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Col. Spot
Absence in Illinois House sparks strong reactions
A Chicago Tribune report on last week’s Illinois House absences drew protests from members who argued the record misrepresented their actions. Many lawmakers were on committees or sick at home while local elections and international news stir debate and unsettled tensions rise over potential broader conflict.
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Chicago Tribune
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Chicago
Ike
Glevtiun
Louisiana Commissioners Report Prompts Hope Amid Partisan Clash
The Louisiana Commissioners told the President last week they are delighted with their results in New Orleans and believe they improved cross party sentiment. They express confidence in Nicholls promises, while noting past bitter disputes and urging Republicans to test sincerity in future elections.
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New Orleans
Illinois Editors Invite Freedom of East St Louis for 13th Convention
The Illinois Press Association officers accept East St. Louis Mayor and Aldermen's invitation to hold the June 5 and 6 convention there. The excursion will travel from St. Louis to Kansas City by rail, then to Pueblo and Denver, visiting Central City mines and Colorado springs sights before returning around June 18.
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John W. Bailey
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Mattoon Journal
J. W.clinton
Polo Press
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Naskill
Amboy Journ
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Venona Index
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Legal News
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Moltke Speech in German Parliament Draws War Fear
The London Times reviews General Von Moltke’s remarks, noting his warning that conflict could expand across Europe. It deems his stance as a resolve to hold ground in peace while warning of worst case preps and jealousies that could spark wider war.
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Russia
France
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London Times
Tho Ziimes
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President's Southern policy praised by press outlets
Press opinions show wide support for the President's Southern policy as key to reconstruction and ending the war period. Democratic New Orleans Picayune and Boston papers echo approval citing disciplined course and trust in national policy, while some Republican voices urge continued action to stabilize the South.
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Alexander II
Stephens
Y. Meeil
Boston
Leraki
South Carolina
Louisiana
Nissiasippl
Arkansas
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South Carolina Policy Controversy Aims at Debt and Prosecution
The New Policy in South Carolina notes efforts to secure presidential aid to halt prosecutions of those involved in the Edenton and Twamburg rats. Resolutions move through the Senate arguing political prosecutions and urging the President to back conciliation. Hampton's message is seen as a move toward repudiating the state’s bonded and floating debt.
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South Carolina
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Edenton
Twamburg
Senate
Hampton
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Absenteeism and intrigue in the Illinois Legislature
A Springfield column reports heated debate on attendance as Senators Hanna Tanna and Robinson criticize absenteeism while Castle defends work. Wentworth and Joemedill push for a public attendance record, prompting a sharp rebuttal from supporters and a stormy House rebuke of a Tribune ledgers scandal. The piece surveys Capitol debates on tax bills, penitentiaries, and judicial reforms amid tense political theater.
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Robinson
Cook
House
Joemedill
Prominent Louisiana Republicans appeal to President Hayes
A New Orleans April 24 communique from Louisiana Republicans pleads for continued support of Governor Packard and the Nicholls government, detailing battles over recognition, federal aid, and military withdrawal. A second letter to President Hayes expresses resolve to back Nicholls and push levees, railroads, and public works for peace and growth.
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Edward Fulton
Charles
Samuel J. Tilden
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