Public works and school aid urged for District of Columbia
President Rutherford B. Hayes appeals to Congress for federal aid to improve the District of Columbia. He cites unsafe, inadequate river works and erosion risks, and calls for funds to reimburse land and park development. He also highlights the need for more school buildings as pupil numbers rise and existing facilities fall short.
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United States
Congress
District of Columbia
Rutherford B. Hayes
Secretaries Report On Revenue And Reform Measures
The secretary outlines the 1879 revenue totals, ordinary receipts of 288 million, expenditures near 276 million, and a projected surplus. It notes sinking fund statuses, changes from prior years, plans for resumption of coin payments, and recommended policy shifts including internal tax tweaks and legal tender considerations. It also covers national banking statistics, customs issues, and efforts to improve efficiency in revenue collection and coinage management.
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Supreme Court
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Europe
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National Bank and Public Officers
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Refunding Transactions Highlight Annual Interest Savings
A 1877 to 1878 overview details refunding operations, funded loans, and annual interest reductions. It lists totals for funded loans, winter loans, and various 6-20 year bonds, noting substantial savings since March 14, 1877, and outlines contracts and correspondence to Congress.
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Congress
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Spertion Used to Keep Pest From the Deal Banks
Spertion was used to pest the deal banks in a bid to secure favorable terms. Officials claim the tactic aimed to pressure lenders into concession, with authorities investigating potential improper conduct across multiple institutions.
The English Comic Papers Parody and Snippets
A collage of jokes and sketches from English comic papers, spoofing politics and society. Humorous exchanges about elections, military life, tax folly, and everyday quirks feature characters such as sergeants and a Irish householder, with playful dialect and caricatured scenes. The piece mimics period humor and tone.
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