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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1874
Page
2
The Register notes reactions to Spain amid Carlist, Cartagenian, and midland insurrections. Castelar remains a key democratic voice while Madrid declines toward conservatism under General Pavia, with republican progress cited as stalled and fragile.
Texas is torn between two rival administrations claiming authority under old and new laws. Governor Davis and officials argue they govern until April 28, 1874, while the opposing side says Davis and associates have no valid tenure. The president may determine control, with Louisiana methods possibly crossing into Texas as clashes loom.
A letter quotes Captain Greer seeking another Polar Expedition, mocking the idea and urging economy. It cites opposition to funding and calls for accountability, labeling the plan foolish and unpatriotic as debate continues in Congress.
The article notes a December rise of about nine million dollars in the national debt and questions how long such a rate can continue. It highlights Washington's frugality and warns of potential repayment timelines after sixty days. It also reports the death in exile of Henri Rochefort, leader of the French Communists, long a foe of the Imperial Government.
The New York Herald accuses the President of placing his house servants on the army payroll, alleging improper funding and impropriety in military payroll practices.
A December 29 1873 meeting at the Christian Church organized the Farmers and Laboring Men of Posey County Indiana into a Farmers Club of Bethel Township. Officers were chosen and resolutions drafted to promote uniform produce pricing and mutual advancement, with plans for county and state boards and bylaws to be prepared by a committee. Minutes note adjournments and upcoming meetings in January 1874.
The writer contrasts historic debates noting Webster and Hayne as models of eloquence and dignity, while lamenting modern Congress for wrangling politicians who lack character and the deportment befitting their high office.
The New York Herald reports alleged improprieties in staffing at the Executive Mansion. Enlisted men listed on army rolls allegedly serve in menial roles such as messenger, cook, house servant, or barber, with promoted pay grades to sergeant or captain. Questions arise about authority, accountability, and whether higher ranks were used to boost pay for such duties.
The Chicago Tribune cites the $50,000 presidential salary as a fortune, arguing it funds a vast safety net and business, while critics urge retrenchment and refer to Lincoln’s pay as a benchmark. The piece questions congressional votes to raise pay amid economic strain and asks, Have I paid my subscription?
The New Harmony Register to Township Trustees publishes Sec. 118 of the New School Law. The auditor must semi annually apportion school revenue to townships and towns on the second Monday in June and last Monday in January. Also included is an editorial criticizing public office corruption and party loyalty in South Carolina politics.
The report states Henry W. Genet, a New York city officer, used city material to build a home for his family and was quickly convicted of a felony. It contrasts with other editorials and includes sharp remarks about politicians and editors of the era.
December 2041 Georgetown Courier notes Hon. Wm. BE. Niblack fellow Indiana representative now resides at No 46 First Street near Market Street. The paper points out he is the lone member of Congress living in Georgetown and mulls over implications for district place-naming and use of capital city amenities.
On Thursday January 8, at the bride's father's residence, by Esquire Kilbinger, Mr. Coarins Racan wed Miss Lovisa Keaerene in a formal marriage notice setting.
Died Broadwell in New Orleans on December 26 1873 Mrs Susan Broadwell aged 5 years relief of the late Josiah Broadwell and formerly a resident of New Harmony Woods George 41 years 2 months 20 days died January 3 1874 at his residence south of New Harmony born in England emigrated to the United States via Ohio as a flatboat passenger apprenticed at a foundry in New Harmony later steamboating and 25 years First Engineer on major Louisville and New Orleans steamers. He is remembered for iron will and endurance as on the steamer Alex Scott when cholera struck his chief leaving him the sole engineer to operate from New Orleans to Louisville without sleep or rest.
Doors open at 6 o clock, performance to commence at 7 4 precisely. Good order will be maintained, and the necessary police will be in attendance for that purpose. Admission 25 cents. Tickets for sale at the stores.
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