Virginia joins the Union as tax bill passes Congress
January 28 1670 report notes Tax Witt admission for Virginia clears both Houses by party vote. President signals intent to sign and Virginia likely to join the Union soon. Contested Cavode and Foster election favors Cavede by 274 votes, Dunter and Youngstown ousted amid calls for retrenchment and reform. Local measures include guarding the State Treasury and establishing depositories with strict security and oversight.
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Virginia
Congress
Elegorashly
Cavode
Foster
Cavede
Dunter
Youngstown
Indiana
Georgia affairs and Terry's discretion praised by leaders
The President and top officials discuss Georgia governance with General Terry as the favored executor of broad powers, praising him as capable and discreet while avoiding overt interference. A telegram from a New England senator ally urges Terry's sustained stance amid political factions and concerns over seat integrity in Congress. A naval committee uncovers an old letter noting Japan paid indemnities to the U S, with funds invested and some unaccounted. Democratic shifts are noted, including an animal cruelty statute repeal proposal in New York and local industry updates on Allentown and Troberts Iron Company baled goods.
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New England
Terry
Bryan
Caldwell
Bryant
House
House Naval Committee
Soward
Japan
State Department
Scofield
Pennsylvania
Treasury Department
Treasury
Hethes
Chita
Blairsville Whisky Cases Affirm Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania in Blairsville whisky cases sustains Commonwealth positions. Justices hold that 1867 acts do not repeal 1854 1855 laws by implication. penalties differ, and implied repeals are disfavored. Convictions under older acts stand. several Commonwealth appeals affirmed.
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Blairsville
Philadelphia
A. W. Taylor
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J. M. Thompson
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Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
Peres R. Oaks
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Thomisey
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Braitsville
Barrett Township
Indiana County
Barrell Township
Burrell Township
Eastern Bank
Charles Seyfreid
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Peter Corwell
John K. Heary
A Negro Senator from Mississippi Elected to U S Senate
The Mississippi Legislature chose H. P. Revela of Natchez as United States Senator for a term ending March 4 1871. Revela, born in Ohio and Oberlin graduate, was educated for the Methodist ministry and has varied political visibility. He is about forty, courteous, of dark brown complexion, and regarded as capable by acquaintances.
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Mississippi
United States
H. P. Revele
Natchez
Revela
Ohio
Oberlin
Indianapolis
Mississotri
Benator
A Striking Comparison The Revolutionary Debt and Present One
The essay contrasts debt, population, and property values from 1790 and the present. It estimates 1790 debt at 25 per person with three million people, and present debt around 2.1 trillion with 42 million people, implying higher per-person burden today. It argues property value also grew, supporting a lower share of revenue relative to wealth. It notes Jefferson era tax burdens and debt reduction efforts.
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United States
Jefferson
Abolition Drive Against Franking Privilege Gains Steam
An OW member of Congress campaigns to end the banking privilege abuses. John Hill of New Jersey gathers facts and petitions to present to the House, urging popular pressure to curb lavish use of free mail. Reports note millions spent carrying franked material and outrageous stories of abuse, including horses, servants, and other items. The piece argues public will backing may not suffice as lawmakers vow opposition, reflecting human nature and political self-interest.
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Congress
John Hill
New Jersey
Gou
Frank
Great Britain
France
Act to Provide for Calling a Convention to Amend the Constitution
A historical Pennsylvania act sets the 2nd Tuesday in October as the vote date to decide on calling a state constitutional convention. It details voter eligibility, ballot labeling for and against, and the method to elect delegates totaling 130 members with 30 elected at large.
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Senate
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Genereel Assembly
Commonwealth
House of Representatives
Ingre
Constitutional convention and election provisions described
A lengthy set of provisions outlines Governor proclamations on a majority vote for a convention, swearing in 23 delegates, contest procedures, and possible adjournment. It covers timing, organization, publication, and the process for adopting a new constitution, including writs of election and duties of sheriffs and election inspectors.
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