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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1877
Page
2
The National Returning Board ruled that certain evidence be not received. By order of Judas Bradley the decision was issued, detailing the action tied to presidential and vice presidential votes and their de jure status for Samuel J. Tilden and Thomas A. Hendricks.
Our Washington correspondence notes Hayes counting on Southern support after Johnson era lessons. It cites Tennessee and North Carolina as likely for Hayes, reflects on Butler’s nephew firing from the Post Office, and mentions Grant meeting in Philadelphia with implied international plans. Queen of England may seek audience with Grant, as offices await forthcoming announcements. Nemo.
The Administration is criticized for clemency after Major Kono was found guilty of insulting misconduct toward a brother officer’s wife while she was unprotected. The comparison notes Col. Valentine Baker’s harsher punishment and Reno’s two year suspension from rank and pay as unsatisfactory.
Ben Butler approves Key's move to remove his nephew from the post as agent to the Black Hills, though the truth of his claim remains uncertain and difficult to verify.
From Our Own Correspondent New York May 11 1877 reports on the First Annual New York Beach Show of Dogs at Gilmore's Garden. notes prices up to 10 000 pounds for a deerhound and a plan to fund a Home for sick homeless dogs. Also previews a mid May carnival and other city amusements and local curiosities.
A New York Times correspondent reports that Alabama whites remain solid for the Democratic ticket in 1880 despite a federal reconciliation policy. Local leaders like Colonel Boyd say they would not vote for Layes against their party, stressing the South’s unified stance and the need for a Democratic president.
The piece argues the Southern policy under the president is flawed, urging Republicans to speak frankly. It claims the policy shows timidity and misused power, with critics noting new opposition to Black suffrage and party realignment around Packard and Chamberlain. It cites remarks by Governor Hampton and reactions to Frederick Douglass's Baltimore lecture.
The piece warns Americans rush meals and swallow unmasticated food. It notes digestion starts in the mouth and urges thorough chewing to prevent digestive diseases. It recommends hard dry foods and warns against drinking during meals, especially hot or cold beverages.
Iowa gave Hayes the largest majorities yet the policy’s unpopularity spreads as Republican presses and opinion suggest a party split. The state convention on June 27 may denounce him, while Duke George of Saxe-Meiningen marries the Crown Prince’s eldest daughter. The duchy’s population stands at 194,494 with revenues of 1,035,910 and expenditures of 943,410.
Democratic papers push to sustain Hayes policy in the South as rebels and copperheads back a Republican elected. The piece urges Republicans to align with Blaine Morton and other Northern leaders, criticizing Virginia figures like Dick Thompson and noting the Paying post office appointment went to someone other than the editor of the Republican.
President Tayes withdraws moral troop support for Packard, prompting Republican leaders to cast doubt on the Electoral Commission ruling. Democrats had disputed its justice, but Tayes' stance brings a shadow over the decision, grieving his friends.
A marriage occurred on Wednesday May 9 1877 at the bride's mother's residence in Boonville. Rev E F Wells officiated uniting Dr O Rawerxas of New Harmony and Miss Attic Youngcaroop.
A decree from Posey Circuit Court directs public sale of rents and profits of Lots 139 and 140 in New Harmony and, if necessary, the fee simple, at Mt. Vernon on May 26, 1877. Sheriff JOAN L. WHEELER leads the sale to satisfy the decree, with sale under no appraisal relief. Additional notices apply for licenses to retail beer wine and spirits at New Harmony locations.
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