Which delegation is entitled to seats in the next Congress
Rush Clark argues the House must decide which Iowa delegation is entitled to seats after the November election. He notes federal law fixes elections on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November, with exceptions, and Iowa has not been excepted. Therefore the October vote results are null and void pending a special election.
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Menzies hailed as leading Democrat in Senate record
The piece praises Senator Menzies as the standout Democratic leader in the Senate with a broad positive reception from papers, noting his strong public measures and broad support from Gibson and other counties. It also mentions J J Fintey’s seating in Congress and critiques actions in Iowa and Alabama politics, including federal troop issues and Grant movement backing.
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Gibson Counties
Republicans Demand Extra Session Over Marshals and Supervisors
Republican congressmen push for an additional session to resist changes by marshals and supervisory officials, aiming to maintain control and oppose proposed reforms amid partisan clashes.
Fraud allegations color races in contested district
The Providence Press reports Ponrsa fears damaging testimony about his slim 98 vote lead in the 6th district. It suggests Senator Bararo could shift state dynamics against Geant esr while urging loyal Albion Journal supporters to oppose Republican fraud claims tied to Jefferson and nearby counties, as noted by the Madison Courier.
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Washington Letter on House Debates and Senate Delays
Our Special Correspondent reports from Washington on February 20, 1879. The House advanced most appropriation bills but debated repeals to jury test oath and federal election supervision. The Senate trails in general legislation as the House pursues political maneuvering. A notable battle over the Potomac steamship subsidy is noted, with a Senate vote of 39 to 23 and expectations of further party alignments. Francis P. Barlow testified on Florida’s 1876 fair count findings, suggesting influence-peddling in election outcomes and posturing among Canvassing Board members. Austin.
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Washington Inauguration Pinafore Fun Inspires New York
From Our Own Correspondent in New York February 21 1879 details a Martha Washington reception with a staged Washington inauguration at the Academy of Music. The piece notes performances by Tibbetts and descendants of Livingstons Otis and others, then comments on the Pinafore craze gripping New York and its impact on theater and society. Also discusses rising upper Manhattan population, postal delivery strain, suburban tax concerns in Newark, and Jay Gould’s stock gains of four to five million dollars, with wary intrigue about his fortunes.
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Joseph Porter
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Senator Menzies backs Tilden for next year’s nomination
Senator Menzies shared a Cincinnati Commercial correspondent view on the Lilden question. He believes Mr. J is vindicated regarding the cipher dispatches and, while not a Tilden partisan at all costs, views Tilden as a strong candidate for next year’s nomination and deserving to be regarded by opponents aiming to defeat him at the national convention. The senator’s remarks are noted as plain and correct.
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Congress Countdown Amid Subsidy Clash Prompts Extra Session
The 45th Congress ends next Monday at midnight. If the House remains firm against the Senate’s Brazilian subsidy swindle and resists the repeal of deputy materials iniquity, an extra session will be unavoidable.
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Wow They Carried Jefferson County
Mantson Indiana February 24 The city is excited over events revealing how the large Republican county majority was achieved trustee James Brennen fled with township funds after an alleged ballot stuffing scheme by four or five Republicans. His wife provided details: Brennen paid to steal Democratic votes and replace them with Republican ones altering local results by over 300 in one precinct. Democratic tickets appear fairly elected in most races, and authorities may refrain from arresting Brennen to avoid exposing others involved.
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Indiana Voter Attitudes Favor Hendricks Over Grant
Special report from Indianapolis notes strong Hendricks support across party lines due to state pride. Frederick Rusch says even Republicans may back Hendricks over Grant in 1880, while acknowledging Hendricks as the lone viable Democratic challenger. Perceived Grant weakness prompts conditional GOP votes for Hendricks.
California Republicans expect 50,000 votes from bill veto
Leading California Republicans claim defeating the anti Chinese bill by veto will swing about 50,000 votes to their party in September. The statement emphasizes the political impact of the veto on upcoming elections.
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Indiana Law Makers And Election Skirmishes In Session
The Legislature reports a busy week with Governor Williams opposing an extra session and Republicans blamed for filibusters. Measures reduce state officer salaries, apportionment bills favor Democrats, and a 6 percent legal interest rate is set. The House passed a metropolitan police bill 53 to 39 and the State benevolent institutions reorganization passed 16 to 34, cutting veteran Republican officeholders. Washington’s birthday noted with 38 guns ordered. Senate debates apportionment and a bill to fine vote sellers, while local references mention Evansville and Lamasco. Further items include remarks on public salaries, pension reforms, and scattered national notes.
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