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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1874
Page
2
Reported arrest of Grand Duke Nicholas amid war news with reference to Russia. General Burriel clarifies course of Santiago and notes formation of a new Spanish cabinet. Arkansas legislature sessions continue with fighting reported. Wisconsin attorney general discusses state railroad law. W. W. Eaton nominated for U S Senate by Connecticut Democrats. National Agricultural Congress meeting noted.
A column from New York on January 8 details a devastating Philippine fire on January 28 that destroyed nearly 2000 houses in four hours, killed 15 people, and decimated cattle. It also notes military advances by Gen. Concha from Bilboa, Carlist sieges, and a Paris blaze that left hundreds homeless.
The Advisory Board of the Illinois State Farmers Association calls a Springfield convention on June 10 for farmers mechanics and other laboring men to nominate candidates for State Treasurer and Superintendent of Public Instruction. A Madison Wisconsin telegram reports Gov Taylor received Attorney General Sloan's opinion that the State Railroad law is constitutional and will be enforced fully. Mineral Point and Central Roads have complied with the law and the Commissioners are busy classifying rates.
Reports from Albany show Liberal conference debates and state party maneuvers. Kansas Senate impeachment case for Treasurer Hayes unfolds with resignation and potential appointment. National Agricultural annual session opens in Atlanta with emphasis on unity. Arkansas Legislature forms committee to draft a message to the President amid ongoing difficulties. Massachusetts Senate rejects third reading of a constitutional amendment for woman suffrage. Sixth annual National Woman Suffrage Association convention begins in New York.
The session notes a flurry of actions including relief bills for Shawnee settlers in Kansas and Tennessee railway claims, citizenship for Indians, and changing private bill procedures. Debates cover the Geneva Award bill, federal civil and military pay, taxation, and new finance measures with adjournments through the 14th.
The senate discusses changes to United States note redemptions and bond terms with July 1878 as a key milestone. Amendments include raising redemption requirements, adjusting interest rates, and altering bond terms from fifteen to ten years. House actions include bills on Indian reservations settlements and Freedmen's Savings charter. Adjournment follows.
In a letter to the Indianapolis Journal Senator Morton outlines why the Currency bill should stand against the President’s veto. He argues the act sets a maximum United States note circulation at 400 million and clarifies Treasury discretion, while addressing national faith and plans for eventual specie redemption amid ongoing financial strain.
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