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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1877
Page
1
The famed New York financier Commodore Vanderbilt died on the 4th at about 82 years old leaving a fortune estimated between 80 and 100 million dollars for distribution among his heirs. The obituary notes his prominence and long influence in commerce and transportation.
A St Louis editor laments a prohibition on using a woman's hand in hair, while noting a cold snap with temperatures thirteen degrees below zero and recalling January 1863. He adds that state conventions last Monday saw large Republican participation, questioning leaders' defiance of public demand for a fair count.
After plunging to 13 degrees below zero, temperatures surged upward creating a thaw. The forecast remains uncertain with possible fluctuations back toward zero, leaving readers to wonder if the warm spell will hold.
A Biddeford man’s hand was torn by shards when a yeast jug burst while he shook it. The incident occurs amid political remarks about rapid Louisiana government changes and rival factions in the House.
Washington letters discuss a venerable association of men living forty years in the capital, weather extremes after a heavy snow, congressional debates on electoral votes and new courts, a pension bill for veterans, police leadership changes, and plans around a new Field and rail subsidy, with editorial notes from Montgomery Blair’s Union.
The piece notes Simon Cameron of Pennsylvania as the oldest senator, first seated in 1845 with seventeen years of service. It mentions Hannibal Hamlin of Maine starting in 1848 with 21 years on the floor and four more as Vice President, and Rhose Island’s Mr Anthony entering in 1859 with a near seventeen year tenure. It also lists Lot M Morrill, John Sherman of Ohio, and Philetus S Howe of Wisconsin entering in 1861.
Harper's Weekly argues the President of the Senate lacks constitutional authority to decide which electoral certificates to open or reject. The only duty is to witness opening and counting with the House. If a dispute arises between certificates, the two houses must decide, but the President of the Senate has no independent power beyond joint constitutional principles.
A Civil War veteran and abolitionist, Suenpen Guruonie explains his political stance from Lafourche parish Louisiana. He states North favors Independent or Liberal Republican while Louisiana demands a Democrat. He recalls polling day intimidation by Republicans and vows to oppose Grantism Kelloggism with renewed effort.
Etowarthship Cawtherings notes illness and pork purchases while a town reports on winter scenes sleigh bells and ice harvest. The piece mentions Millen Allman heading to Arkansas to hunt bars, a Christmas tree fundraiser for the Sunday School, Stewartsville Lodge officers, recent funerals, and local reminiscences of former citizen James T. Robb.
The Graded School is in good condition and Prof. Davis is praised as a successful teacher. The Debating Society aids pupils. Farmers worry the cold dry spell may hurt wheat, but others assure it's safe. Paschal Broyles of this place died after two years of illness. Gov Williams' message is awaited and political jests follow his election. A town drunk sought a tombstone agent, and a prominent Odd Fellows member was seen drunk, a common sight for him.
Governor Williams delivers his inaugural address urging frugality, economy, and labor as foundations of prosperity. he calls for abolition of unnecessary offices, strict accountability for public officers, and restrained legislation. He highlights agriculture, fair railroad rates, public schools, and protecting ballots from fraud. He urges unity after a bitter campaign and cooperation with the legislature.
The Auditor of Posey County publishes a five week running feature titled Delinquent List. The piece aims to provide continued public notices over multiple installments.
The Radical papers claim Democratic influence swayed the Congressional Committee which found Hayes electors with a South Carolina majority. Speaker Sayler acknowledges the returns show a Hayes edge but argues that correcting irregularities would reveal Tilden carried the state. He notes no intimidation and asserts a fairly conducted election.
Credit of nine months offered on all items over $30 with note and approved freehold security. Waiver of re- nef laws noted. For sums $300 and under, terms specified as Wit Williams and Adams.
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