06 Feb 1876
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1876
Page
1
Special dispatch reports doubts of a new prosecution in the Babcock whisky fraud case and suggests the president may reserve a pardon. Influential figures including ex Senator Matt Carpenter and Emory Storrs are actively shaping opinion. Grant reportedly halted actions due to Henderson affair and public indignation.
Ssuter and Simon Wortser sue Bank of California in federal court alleging mismanagement by trustees except Ralston led to loss of funds and $13,000,000 wiping out stock value. They claim improper certificates of continuation under California civil code shield stockholders from liability and seek a restraint on the bank’s actions and future assessments.
In Washington on February 4 the Senate debated payment of 365 district bonds and the legality of new issues after a January 27 resolution. Moses Kelley reports 149,750 bonds issued since January 27, with 264,000 in applications still active. Sherman seeks reconsideration to strike CT Senator Raton's amendment. Morton ends his Pinchback admissions speech, defending Pinchback.
Debates flare as the Senate weighs admitting Pinchback or electing a replacement after Punchback’s election. supporters urge prompt resolution to represent the state, while some seek executive action to reconsider amid parliamentary law concerns. Meanwhile London gossip covers theatre, artists, and antiquities.
The American Ship Caravan under Captain Wachelaer left Liverpool for New York when the drunken crew became insubordinate near Newton. Two ringleaders were seized by the River Police and the rest lay drunk on deck. one crewman was severely injured. The Caravan is kept for a fresh crew as a marriage note hints at lively times for Mr Grippin and Miss Clynch.
London reports condemn the Prince of Wales presence at dances as unbecoming to Hindus and notes Dr. Dunt’s critique as proper. The Daily Telegraph backs indicting advisers for neglecting Indian opportunities. Stanley and Livingstone tied to Lake Tanganyika mission push with a $25,000 offer. Eyota Mine rumors and Grant funding discussed amid a tentative English court judgment on confederates. The piece ends with an unfair monetary picture and universities’ challenge to renew in America.
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