States to join Union face vast territories and politics
The Register reviews admission prospects for eight western territories, noting Dakota and New Mexico population scales and Utah, Nevada, and others. It warns statehood brings vast land areas and political power, with potential splits and federal balance shaping future bids. It cites implications for Congress, parties, and the presidency while reflecting on constitutional intent and expansion.
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Fanatical fools compulsory education bill debate
In Indianapolis the Indiana House spent almost all session debating a compulsory education bill. It would force parents to send children to school with fines from two to five dollars and would pay guardians for keeping children home. The measure also mandates racial integration of schools, a feature criticized as destructive. Support comes largely from Republicans, with Democrats split. Speaker Ridpath’s defense is mocked as ignorance of economics and law, while critics warn the bill mirrors tyranny and will burden taxpayers. The article notes Jefferson’s historic role in founding public schools and hints the bill may pass.
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Carl Schurz Defence and Inter Office Plea Noted
The New York Sun recounts Carl Schurz defending his Interior Department over alleged mistreatment of Poncas and a White soldier murder tied to Chief Big Snake. It mocks his reply that Dawes recommended dozen for Interior posts, calling it a novel justification.
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Republican interviews foreshadow Garfield era cabinet
The Tribune reports interviews with prominent Republicans in New York. Stanley Matthews says Garfield will lead a strong administration and Blaine will join the cabinet. Ward, of Chicago now with Colorado, predicts a bitter fight over eastern versus western interests. Indiana’s role in the cabinet and the need for laborious campaigning are noted. Garfield’s forthcoming cabinet surprises and Secretary Ramsey comments on army concentration are included.
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Floods and storms dominate week past headlines
Washington city faces heavy floods while Wisconsin endures the worst snowstorm of the season. Headlines report rising smallpox in Jerrey City, a partial Republican setback in Pittsburg, and a large wave of immigrant arrivals to the United States. Other items note chalk bed discovery near Alkio SC, New Orleans flood effects, and civic sanitation warnings.
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Electoral Blunder in Count Shocks Senate Guards
The Feb 10 report from Wasuincrox details a counting error by Senator Hamlin of Maine during the electoral tally. Tellers discovered Hamlin’s tally sheets miscounting Hancock’s votes, prompting a knife withdrawal and abrupt corrections. Garfield secured 214 votes, Hancock 155, in the joint session decision.
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The Whipping Vest for Wife Whippers
A satirical editorial argues against private punishment for domestic violence. It condemns wife beaters as cruel, calls whipping a barbarous remedy, and suggests legal consequences are preferable. It cites the Indianapolis Sentinel and critiques brutal discipline as ineffective and inhumane.
Democratic Victory Signals City Control Shift
In Philadelphia on February 15, a hotly contested election produced strong Democratic gains. John Loutter (Ind Rep) won the tax solicitor seat by about 20,000, likely shrinking Republican margins next fall. Stokely, long mayor, was defeated by King by over 5,000, shifting city power toward Democrats. two-thirds ward returns show Democratic Reform ticket winning by 6,000 to 26,000. Gen John A Logan praised pensions, while Senate chamber echoed strong Union defender themes.
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If Gen John A Logan Had Fallen Early in War
A New York Sun note speculates that if Logan had died in the war and the Confederate government had endured, his widow might have received a Confederate pension. The claim of a rebel commission by Logan was never clearly disproved, complicating his biographer's task.
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Married Wuearoopr and Min-LeEn-all in New Harmony
On Sunday February 18, 18:1 at the bride’s parents home the ceremony united Cuantes H. Wuearoopr and Misa Epira Min LeEn-all of New Harmony. The Rev J E Knotts officiated in a simple church style wedding with family present.
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