Washington social splendor in Grant era sparks reform debate
From Washington dispatches in 1886 the piece notes rising expenditure on entertaining in the Grant administration. It contrasts Democratic press rhetoric of reform with lavish displays at the White House and within departments. It describes dismissals fanned by budget gaps, including long-serving Treasury staff, and Senate talks on State Department staffing and appropriations reflecting political tensions.
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Democratic House
Pioseer
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Chicago
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Political Sparring Over State Department Superannuated Official
Senators clash over increases for a long serving State Department official named Hunter. Cockrell and Dawes dispute party affiliation and loyalty as Evarts Ingalls and Bayard weigh in on Hunter's nonpolitical role and the administration's handling of personnel.
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Cockrells
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Romeo Fire Wipes Out Lumber Yard Town of Romeo
A devastating blaze in Romeo destroys a lumber yard large saw mill and multiple properties. Losses exceed $100000 with about $50000 insured as residents scramble to aid victims including workers left unemployed. Fire origin suspected in timber yard amid noon hour chaos, with limited early containment and conflicting reports on cause.
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