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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1879
Page
2
The piece denounces Republican calls for centralized federal control over elections and warns that one man power risks army supervision of polls. It contrasts Democratic opposition with Republican drift toward despotism, urging voters to reject imperialism and preserve liberty.
The 46th Congress begins on January 4 and meets January 18. Democrats and Republicans lead, with Nationals and Independent Republicans present. One Senate vacancy from New Hampshire and six House vacancies expected, two by death and California still unchosen. A full Senate would have 76 members and a full House 293 members.
The piece denounces radical papers and the Indianapolis Journal for labeling the new apportionment a Democratic gerrymander. It argues they provide no proof and rely on unsupported assertions while noting the law was drawn by a National member and Democrats could not pass a gerrymander even if they wished to.
A retroactive political commentary claims Louisiana Democrats were acquitted by federal courts amid criticism of Radical judges and the army backing. The piece denounces disfranchisement schemes tied to Amendment No 1 and notes Posey county and Gibson county as leading Senate districts, with legislative apportionment pending.
From Washington March 6 1879 the Special Correspondent notes a robust Senate debate praising Thurman and criticizing Blaine Conkling and Hoar. He forecasts an extra session with a Democratic majority, Speaker race chatter around Randall and Blackburn, possible Greenback bid by Ew ing and anticipated repeal of the supervisor and test oath laws. Rumors point to Schurz cabinet changes and Interior Department shifts despite denials.
The session passed an interest bill reducing rates to 6 percent with 8 percent on contracts and 6 percent on judgments. A constitutional amendments bill was sent to voters for April 1880. Debate rancor dominated over gerrymandering and party attacks, with Democrats denouncing Republican tactics. US Senators McDonald and Voorhees spoke, graves protection bill passed, and an extra session was called after Senate delays. The House and Senate clashed over organization and continued work despite procedural filibustering.
Our Own Correspondent outlines the New York Custom House routine, salaries, and checks on smuggling. He recounts inspector duties, the seizure process, and cash handling, then mocks fraud schemes and the shift to competitive examinations for clerkship.
A Mt Vernon Sun tribute to Senator Menzies declares him a vast improvement over predecessors, noting brains energy and industry. The piece praises his influence in the State Senate and congratulates his Constituents. Also cited are brief notes on treaty payments to Russia and a humorous Heaven vision claim from an Illinois youth.
A Chicago newspaper item quotes an advertiser urging readers never to go where they are not welcome. If a man wants you to visit his business, he will contact you via advertisement and invite you directly. The note frames unsolicited visits as ill advised.
In the Medical Record Dr. Hammond explains that the roaring in the ear when fingers are placed in the ears reflects the blood circulation in the finger. He suggests testing this by inserting fingers and listening as a demonstration of the body's vital processes in motion from conception to death.
Fragmentary notice cites Warwick Advertiser warning merchants and unions against advertising. It claims heavy promotion led to Stew Art becoming a millionaire and his body being stolen. Also references baptism by immersion in Western Texas with revolvers left by candidates and a Baltimorean advertising for a sponsor-in-law.
The piece lauds the Democratic actions in Congress, praising backbone and unity while criticizing Republican maneuvers. It argues Republicans face a future clash defending partisan, costly laws and predicts strengthened Democratic resolve across the nation, with Cincinnati attribution.
James W. French, county superintendent, defends investigations into a walnut timber sale on Cut-off Island. He explains legal hurdles, notes only a resident householder could file, and questions Mr B's role while warning of political kernels behind the dispute. The letter reflects ongoing public scrutiny of local timber disposal.
On Monday March 10 1879 marriage by Wm Read Esq between Curver Dennis and CemantTua Potry.
Mrs Mary Tartor died on Sunday March 9 1879 at age 75 75 in the 76th year of her age obituary notes her long life and status in the community with no additional details provided
Notice that the partnership between Wm. A. Kight and Geo. W. Engler under Kight & Co. dissolved March 1, 1879 by mutual consent. The business continues at the old stand under W. A. Kight with settlements to be made with him. WM. A. KIGHT, GEO. W. ENGLER announce Engler’s interest sold and the firm will continue at the old stand focusing on dry goods nations millinery and jewelry.
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