15 Nov 1877
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1877
Page
1
Fire swept the immense Field Leiter & Co store in Chicago on Wednesday night causing an estimated loss of 1.5 million dollars with about 950 thousand dollars insured. The article also notes distant items about London and local Wayne township creamery progress.
Senator Krminoon is chosen to succeed Senator Morton as chairman of the Committee on Foreign Relations. The appointment is described as a high compliment to Senator Kirkwood and a fitting honor for Indiana's noted governor.
Texas produced 700000 bales of cotton this year yielding 840000000 pounds of seed. Seed oil could bring about 14000000 dollars. Galveston port exports totaled 495814 bales with 256028 to foreign and 208886 to domestic ports.
Washington Arena report says Dr. Rea combined his planned response to Bob Ingersoll with his own views. He merged two lectures into one in Davenport, omitting some phrases about eternal life on earth while preserving controversial thoughts on Judas and the Papacy. Rea’s stance is described as odd and offbeat.
The author defends Lathrop and Heisey against the Scandal Monger who previously charged them with dishonesty over a $1000 note and insulted Heisey’s home and family. It condemns the Monger’s abuse and notes former supporters now backing the accuser.
The article details a heated Republican caucus where Senator Conkling attacks the Administration and Cabinet members Evarts Schurz and Devens, amid a divided Senate on the President’s policies. It discusses reform schemes, Louisiana elections, and prospects for mutual concessions to avoid a deadlock.
Lawmakers clash over currency policy led by Hon. Hi ram Price and opponents of repeal. Price defends specie payments while detailing national banks taxes, bank-note circulation, and France's system. The exchange highlights fiscal principles, public debt, and the nation’s economic future in a tense floor dispute.
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