28 Jan 1881
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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1881
Page
1
The January 28, 1881 issue denounces modern Republican politics as it cites Michigan, Ohio, New York, and Indiana selections for the Senate. It laments the replacements of respected figures with a string of unfit appointees and party bosses.
Snow drifts in Canada and heavy falls in New Orleans. Michigan and Nebraska report record snows. European and Atlantic storms disrupt travel. Congress debates Grant bill and apportionment while senators, judges, and governors shift seats. many states report floods, disease, and Chinese treaty disputes. Amid this, Maxey reelected in Texas, Camden and Sawyer named U.S. Senators, and a Vienna painter Verboeckhoven dies.
Debate centers on combining the 6th through 10th Missouri congressional districts into a new state. Hancock won by a 15,000 aggregate majority, yet none of the voters elected a Democrat to the next U S House of Representatives.
The new Chinese treaty allows Congress to regulate immigration and importation of Coolie labor. It was regulated once but Hayes veto blocked it. Garfield’s veto is expected to be equally effective as Hayes.
The text claims GRow cannot be elected senator by a Pennsylvania Legislature due to having no penitentiary record and lacking connections to the Cameron Ring, suggesting political entanglements in Republican tactics.
The piece criticizes Roscoz Conk Lina as a dangerous foe to press freedom and a leading proponent of the third term doctrine. It claims the southern states grow, the west expands, and New England stagnates, urging Republican speakers to adjust messaging before the fall campaign.
The temperance issue frames the current session as the legislature must stand or fall. Republicans, after accusing all offices, now wish to shed their own majority to avoid responsibility for outcomes.
The writer predicts the Republican Legislature will ignore Governor Gray's cost advice for elections. Joan F. Minuss, newly elected senator from California, hails from Indiana and succeeds Boots, a veteran Hoosier.
Governor SeymMour predicts Centralisem will be defeated and a Democrat will win the presidential chair, signaling a political shift.
In Pennsylvania Don Camenon’s hold on power weakens as factional splits within the Radical range offer supporters hints of possible emancipation and a shift in political momentum.
A brief question arises whether the current session will place the present matter on record in the legislature, signaling a formal statement or vote to resolve the issue. The inquiry notes the potential for action and public record.
In Indianapolis on January 23 Senator Benz of Crawford county introduced a bill to require inspection of all stationary steam engines and licensing of engine operators in the state. The measure previously failed, but Benz plans to push it this winter. House defeated a resolution barring legislative apportionment, amid Democratic suspicion of a renewed gerrymander. House business has lagged, dominated by caucuses and reorganization debates as Speaker Redpath keeps order with noted efficiency.
A Cincinnati Enquirer piece from Indianapolis dated January 18 recounts comic misadventures of a southern county representative and other lawmakers. An offhand nickel to a fare box ends in the pocket, a mistaken exit, and a misdirected trip through halls. One member confuses the House with the Senate and comments on the resemblance of leaders, hinting at votes on a temperance bill.
A writer in Zippincott's Magazine notes that Shakespeare used about 15,000 words, with roughly 6,000 appearing only once. The observation highlights a large repertoire and frequent unique terms in his works.
On February 14 rising juvenile shoppers visit shops to select valentines. Kids crowd stores, choosing cards and small gifts ahead of the holiday.
The New York Sun reports Jay Gould will soon sit as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. It notes his literary fame, extensive legal experience, and vast wealth in railways and telegraphs, predicting significant influence under the name Stanley Matthews of Ohio.
The New York Sun urges Hayes and Garfield to nominate only first class men to the Supreme Court. It criticizes Justice Swayne for saying he took no interest in his successor, calling such indifference unacceptable and stressing that the court’s quality concerns every citizen. It warns against placing a Democrat or a "were politician" on the bench, advocating merit over politics.
The report notes that Paris grew more than twofold since 1846 while Munich more than doubled since 1852, highlighting rapid urban expansion in these European cities during the 19th century.
A young woman in a near post office area asked for a prescription. the clerk quoted fifty cents, she offered forty five, he refused but allowed payment next time. She joked death would be a bad toss and left in a huff, the clerk realizing his miscue too late.
A Paris physician’s illness prompted an analysis of eau de seltz. Twelve siphons from the city were tested and found to contain 14 1000ths of pewter salts and 2 1000ths of copper salts per liter, both poisonous. The result unsettles public trust in seltzer and pushes Parisians toward brandy.
The speaker compares blinding a horse to human initiation into secret societies, arguing that restricted vision makes creatures jumpy. It questions why a horse should be blamed for fear when humans are similarly blinded by obscure rites and powerful groups.
A Saturday Union Hall concert by the New Harmony Musical Guild drew a small crowd likely due to weather and hall conditions. The program featured a standout recitation of The Lost Expedition by Mrs. Ecarp, while the declamation of Ob dem Female Rights fell flat. Instrumental and vocal pieces showed promise but fell short of strong praise. editors urge better patronage and a more fitting program next time.
Mr. Joan Ca Appecremita fell on the sidewalk last Saturday and sustained hip and ankle injuries. His age makes the pain severe. The note urges residents to keep sidewalks ash-strewn in freezing weather to aid pedestrians and prevent harm.
Nevada voters took part in a November ballot on admitting Chinese residents alongside the presidential vote. Results showed 17,442 for admission and 17,259 against, with a clear split but no decisive 7 to 5 outcome. Messia Milner and Loomis of the Peoria and Evansville railroad suggested New Harmony needs rail service, a stance echoed by local businessmen.
Former New Harmony resident Mr. Senty Bennett wed Miss Stanson last week in Caseyville Kentucky. The note offers well wishes for the couple’s prosperity and future success as they begin married life.
Mr. Lov Warren of Illinois visited relatives and friends last Saturday and arranged for the Register to be sent to his address.
The Cincinnati Enquirer is on sale every evening at the store of Messrs. Thrall & Mumrorp. The shop also keeps a large quantity of current literature available to customers.
Positive cure claim for Kendall's Spavin Cure urges persevered use and references ads in another column. Mentions Evanville and St Louis dailies available from Mr Harry Huspano and notes Deacon Richard Smith facts. Also notes hardware store E F Owen Co and a Dallas Times copy and money to loan advertisement.
The Be The People's Entertainment Society grows across England with concerts by gentlemen and ladies for public amusement. Performances are affordable, inviting masses to enjoy themselves in multiple regions.
The Edwin Stears Dramatic Company opened last Friday at Armory Hall with a growing audience and selling out shows. Reserved seats available at Short’s drug store and the troupe plans to visit New Harmony late February, with several fan favorites expected to draw strong support.
A communication from Studebaker Bros. of South Bend Ind denies the charge that they coerced workers into voting for Garfield. The Courier-Journal echoes the denial, noting the firm’s stance contrasts with other Northern manufacturers accused of bulldozing to defeat Hancock.
The Wabash rose all week but is completely iced over, freezing navigation. Captain Vander Grift and his steamer Reindeer await the thaw with anxious anticipation as temperatures hover near zero.
Unofficial word states Judge Pargett decides that failure to file the vote cast for dissolving the old New Harmony corporation does not prevent its dissolution. The ruling yields a new corporation, favored by the majority of local residents.
Tomorrow marks the birthday anniversary of revolutionary patriot Thomas Paine with a commemorative ball at Union Hall. Past events suggest a well attended gathering, reflecting the esteem for Paine and his legacy.
The note credits Mr James W Frenco County Superintendent for a copy of the Tenth Biennial Report of the Superintendent of Public Instruction of Indiana compiled by Prof James A Smarr.
A dramatic storm in the Mediterranean is forecast with bold warnings. The opening of the year appears influenced by a prophecy once thought a forgery, suggesting a prophetic aura around weather events and maritime fears.
Last night we learned that John Burton, one of our oldest residents, has died and his wife is expected to die within a short time.
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