End of a Long Session in the 87th General Assembly
From Gar Own Correspon dent Strmm Nomexy April 9 1872 the long capital session ends with formal adjournment of both houses. The senate and house scenes differ as reports are filed and courtesy notes read. The writer praises the members for industry while noting public publication limits and a need for wider access to laws.
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87Th General Assembly
Morrison
Cook
Lattimer
Knox
Wesmedic
House
Senate
Chicago
Parame
Self
Henry Repubican Henry
Canal Commissioners
Col. Utley
Board of Canal Commissioners
General Assembly
Letters and obsequies of Mr. Benjamin F. Smith
A note in our letters reflects satisfaction with social gains and friendships. The funeral for Benjamin F. Smith was held Sunday at his wife's father’s Whitefield home, after a life of service in Co B 86th Infantry and business ventures. His pension paper woes and an insurance dispute with Union Central of Cincinnati marred his later years.
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Benjamin FB. Smith
Whitefield
Co. B
Wigzhe
John Barnard
Smith & Duke
Ile
Union Central of
Cincinnati
Fek
Candidates Seek City Marshal and Street Supervisor Roles
A letter from Henry advocates a single capable candidate for both city marshal and street supervisor roles at equal pay. The writer calls for a vigilant, decency minded official who actively improves sidewalks and order, condemning laxity and saloon appeasement. The piece urges practical leadership and public pride.
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Henry Republican
Neamall
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E WW. Nock
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Brussels
MNE
Noot_ & Shoe
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