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Newspaper
Linneus Weekly Bulletin
Location
Linneus, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1875
Page
2
The editorial attacks the Radical Republican party as corrupt and tyrannical in its dying moments. It predicts upheaval and warns the South to endure oppression without violence while urging virtue and patriotism to secure justice and restoration.
A historical critique argues that military rule endangers liberty as Grant wields power over governors and Arkansas affairs. It warns of depose reinstates, a looming imperialism, and a potential shift to a permanent military despotism. Poland clashes with Republican foes over Garland Brooks policy and Arkansas governance.
The House at Washington passes the Eads jetty bill and urges Senate approval before adjournment. Captain Eads earns praise for driving the measure, which grants him exclusive supervision and funding to advance the project. Support cites fair terms with no cure no pay, while opposition is noted but overcome. Senate action expected promptly.
The text recounts President Grant changing his view on Arkansas 1872 governor election. It notes Baxter was declared lawful governor in May 1874, then Brooks in 1875, with Grant claiming Brooks unlawful after 1872. The piece criticizes Grant for altering conclusions and praises Baxter for allowing a state constitution and acceptable officers.
The Chillicothe Constitution backs Col J H Shanklin of Grundy as president of the convention. Col Shanklin regarded as an able lawyer and a conservative statesman. Dawes warns the House tariff failure may force a called session to meet treasury needs.
Correspondence from Colorado details the San Luis Park upper Rio Grande valley. The writer extols the 7 800 foot mean elevation, dry winters with mild days, and abundant irrigation potential. He praises forage, beef, dairy prospects, and profitability from agriculture and mining, urging Missouri settlers to endure early hardship for health and learning irrigation farming.
Rev Dr Hopson of St Louis preached to large crowds over the past week. Additions were made to the church and the meeting continued as long as interest remained. The piece also notes University events, concerts, and local crime including thefts and a jail transfer, with several local figures mentioned.
From St Catharine, Dean Bernier notes rain replacing snow, aiding water supply for cattle. Peach orchards show about two thirds of embryos winter-killed. Mr Tanner returns to settle here. Strader's Hall hosts another ball with good turn and music. Stolp renews lease on St Catharine Mills. Many children suffer from colds and croup as writing ends.
From Wheeling, a winter with unusual cold and sickness, remarks on wheat prospects and an early focus on spring elections and capable town leadership. notes on church growth, spiritual notions, a local wedding, new business hopes, and Mr. Scruby shipping corn at 75 cents a bushel for local buyers.
From Meadville news notes report sporadic town happenings and weather impacts from sleet and rain. A death is recorded: WithWilliam Betsae Sr aged 72 from pneumonia, born in Kentucky, long resident in Linn County with a Baptist church connection.
Corrected price lists from multiple outfits show varied cash values for produce and commodities. Butter eggs and dressed poultry dominate alongside local staples like corn, wheat, potatoes, and hay. Local traders include Rey Bronps, Kroes and Bown, and J.T. Down with weekly price corrections and cash payments.
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