Johnson and the Elections in Jefferson Era
The article laments President Andrew Johnson's stubborn stance after late elections. It recalls Gen. Logan in Washington mocking Johnson's renovation policy and insisting the Northwest will resist. Johnson claims to trust the people while hinting at coercive obedience, but the public will force him to bow to their demands or be sidelined.
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Logan
Washington
Northwest
Jefferson Davis
Johnson Ling
Flo
Andrew Johnson
Memphis
Unionista
Maximilian
Mexico
Suter
Protectiov
Republic
Atlantic Cable Prosperity Spurs New York Link Plan
The Atlantic cable’s financial success prompts a proposed new direct line to New York announced at a Liverpool banquet by promoter Mr Elliott. Southern papers push constitutional amendments to secure civil rights, while Congress may be compelled to act against racial inequality if overtures fail. John Morrissay, ex prizefighter, chosen by Democrats in the Fifth New York District for Congress, seen as fitting due to his “depth and weight.”
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New York
Liverpool
Elliott
Newfoundland
Congress
John Morrisgay
Blackleg
Bully
Morrissay
Fragmented 1867 US political and war notes roundup
A broad, jumbled 1867 summary covers Indiana Republican strength, debates on constitutional amendment, naval stations in the Mediterranean, Anglo-American tensions, Queen Victoria’s honors, Tribune inquiries, and notices of telegraph ties, Canadian policy, and Mexican affairs. It mentions disasters in Quebec, population shifts, infrastructure contracts, and political changes in New Orleans and Memphis with various names and dates.
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Yok Tribune
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Congress
Pres Dent
Meroy
Praciin
Washington Chronicle
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Kingland
England
Canada
Quebec
Davis
New Orleans
Union Pacific Railroad
Mort Riley
John Hurlbut
Atlantic
Ovens
Montana
Colorado
Horace Greely
Wourth
New York
Houston
Galveston
San Antonio
Texaa
Local items from the Davenport area in progress notes
The Davenport Register reports on a railroad survey for a Mississippi bridge at Davenport, plans to extend the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line into Des Moines, and progress on college buildings. It notes revival meetings in Chariton, a fortieth military Arsenal project in Rock Island, and various local incidents including a double marriage, a fatal suspected murder in Tama County, and travel reports from Denver to Omaha.
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War Department
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Denver
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Gold Fluida of
Colorado
Register
T. Brand
Amey
Rilrond Company
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Rapids Survey Begins on Mississippi Above Le Claire
Congress funded a thorough scientific survey of navigation obstructions in the Mississippi rapids between this point and Le Claire. Col Haines, a U S civil engineer, has arrived to arrange details for weeks of study to present a comprehensive plan to Congress for rapid improvement.
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le Claire
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Haines
United States Service
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Davanport
Democra
Times Article Urges Commission to Settle Alabama Claims
London Times advises Britain and the United States to form an international mixed commission to settle damages from the Alabama affair. The piece argues a conciliatory approach could waive certain legal defenses and prevent further mischief, noting implications for neutrality laws and Canadian matters.
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United States
London Times
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Bingland
Canada
Alabama
Restoration of Arms to the Fenians Seized in U S District
Orders from the Attorney General and Secretary of War authorize Gen Barry to return arms seized from the Fenians in the district after a bond equal to twice the value is posted and approved by Judge Tall. About 20 boxes valued at 2500 dollars to be released, with similar returns planned from other locations. The bonds list Fenians officers Tim Rossion A MeniGan Telegraph. Also mentions telegraph projects and a diary excerpt about a drifting ox and wolves.
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Oawagd
Plattsburg
Malone
Troy
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P. O'Day
FB. Gallagher
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MeniGan
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Cape Tolstoi
Republican Union State Convention Attacks Garbled Sheridan Despatch
The Michigan Republican Union State Convention unanimously condemns a garbled presidential report on General Sheridan. It accuses the president of insulting loyal citizens and aiding rebels. The piece also notes Masons opposition to Johnson for a Douglas monument corner due to alleged shifts in stance.
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United States
Phil. Sheridan
New Orleans
Sheridan
Masons
Johnson
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