Albany Evening Journal notes on Motley Fish correspondence
The Steepont Journal previews a Sixth Page Albany Evening Journal article about Mr Motley former England minister and Mr Fish secretary of state. It questions why Motley was not removed earlier and mentions no special election for the Congressman at Large vacancy, suggesting fill at the regular fall election as Governor Palmer declines to call a vote.
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Albany Evening Journal
Motley
England
Fish
Palmer
Special Senate committee formed to probe Southern outrages
The Special Committee of the United States Senate to investigate alleged outrages in the South and report on the general condition of the Southern States was appointed by Vice President Colfax last Friday. It includes Senators Wilson of Massachusetts Scott of South Carolina Chandler of Michigan Rice of Arkansas and Bayard of Delaware.
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South
Colfax
Wilson
Massachusetts
Scott
South Carolina
Chandler
Michigan
Rice
Arkansas
Bayard
Delaware
Burley Proposes Tax Redemption Plan in Legislature
Chicago's Mr Burley introduces a resolution to reform tax sale redemption. Current law lets redemption occur only with double the amount for two years. after that no right. The plan would allow redemption within six months at 25 percent, one year at 50 percent, or eighteen months at 75 percent, easing the burden on distressed landowners.
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Mr. Burley
Chicago
Burley
Four additional representatives for the state urged in apportionment bill
Sufficient census returns indicate the state will gain four congressional seats in the next Congress and four Electoral College votes in 1872. The note stresses passing an apportionment bill now so states can hold special elections and avoid two years with reduced representation. It also discusses proposed cheap narrow gauge railways in Ohio as feeders to main lines.
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Congress
Ohio
Compulsory Education Bill Proposed by Hoar
A report shows in 1810 to 1860 nearly three million adults in the United States could not read or write. The draft Hoar education bill would create state superintendents, divisions, and school districts with federal support, appoint inspectors, require schoolhouses, and provide free textbooks, financed by a national levy.
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Leigh
Hoar
Senate
Congress
Eavch
Berth’ le
Notable Public Figure Scary Len Conrax Named
A critical commentary extols Hon. Scary Len Conrax as a popular U S figure. It describes his morality, work ethic, and focus on duties over scheming, praising his support of Grant and Coxrax while noting his printer background and a satirical view of rival parties.
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Scary Len Conrax
United States
Grant
Coxrax
Mr. Conrax
Herschel
W. Johnson
Courax
San Domingo Annexation Report and Political Fallout
The paper previews a seventh page article on San Domingo describing current conditions from New York commissioners. It notes President Grant’s aim for a full report and investigation into charges of American speculation and bribery connected to annexation efforts while criticizing Democratic opposition as historically backing expansion of slavery under Manifest Destiny.
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San Domingo
New York
Grant
United States
Democratic Party
America
Texas
Mexico
Cuba
Buckeye Fire Insurance Co. Organizes and Promises Low Rates
An 1867 act organized Buckeye Fire Insurance Co with first policy issued August 18. Its area covers Buckeye, Rock Grove, Dakota, Oneco, Wad dims townships. Policy amid $2.60 per thousand, including all expenses, with $10 saved per $1000 insured and losses payable within ninety days. January 2, 1871 meeting reported $361,600 insured property and 816 policies. directors elected yearly by members. Buna Vista, Jan 6, 1871.
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Buckeye Fire Insurance Co
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Rock Grove
Dakota
Oneco
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West
Buna Vista
Bankrupt Law in Freeport Journal and State Courts
The Freeport Journal argues bankruptcy proceedings hasten commercial debt collections and notes amendments since 1870. It details a case where a debt and a note were pursued through both state and bankruptcy routes, illustrating the act’s impact on timely payment and court procedures.
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Jor
Bittinger of Bucannan Described in Biographical Sketch
A humorous biographical sketch profiles John Lawrence Bittinger, longtime Missouri legislator and editor, tracing a zany ascent from a penniless upbringing to political prominence. The piece lampoons his lineage, Yale woes, eccentric exploits, and career in journalism and public life, ending with a quip about life’s brevity.
Involuntary Bankruptcy Petition Promised in 15 Days
The text describes a creditor informing Ay that an involuntary bankruptcy petition had been prepared and would be filed the day after suspension of payment. It notes a note of about $100 as commercial paper, the aggregate claims totaling about $250 to $300 with costs, and that A arranged to pay both claims before the 15th day after protest expired.
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General Assembly
Haturo
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Bangaurt Reotsren
Farmers' Union Club forms in Cedarville meeting
A Cedarville hall gathering on Monday January 16 organized a temporary Farmers' Club. G W Barber was named Chairman and D Templeton Secretary with a committee to draft a Constitution for a permanent body. Next meeting set for January 23 to discuss apples and cultivation issues.
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Wm, Linn
D. L. Rockey
J. R Rockley
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Addams
Latshaw
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Buckeye
Lancaster
Harlem
Union Club
Teupuron
Congress Debates San Domingo Annexation And District Spending
Across both chambers discussions center on annexation policy and the Dominican resolution. The Senate considers Trumbull’s anti‑solicitation bill for members of Congress and debates an amendment tying annexation to policy. The House advances river and harbor appropriations, approves mint and coinage changes, and schedules a vote on the San Domingo resolutions with amendments to avoid pledging annexation.
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Foreign Affair Committee
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Ambler
Ohio
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Committee On Foreign Affairs
Yates
Ilinois
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Jewett
Oklahoma
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Trumbull
Mortion
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Sumner
San Domingo
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Toar
Peters
Willard
Committee On Elections
Tennessee
Fillman
Sheafe
Brooks
New York Commercial Advertiser
Morrell
Pennsylvania
America
Associa
Coal Veins Found Along Northern Pacific Route
Capt Morris and party of engineers report vast lignite seams in the Missouri Valley extending eight to twelve feet thick, outcropping across the Great Missouri Coteau. The finds promise an almost inexhaustible supply for the road traversing extensive woodless country, a potential boon to transportation and coal supply.
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Capt
Morris
Missouri Coteau
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