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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1877
Page
2
Appointees of the Returning Board challenge the legitimacy of Rutherford B. Hayes as president and William A. Wheeler as vice president. By order of Judas Bradley the board rules that certain evidence shall not be received.
Washington letter reports slow progress in counting Presidential votes and seating Kellogg. Notes selection of committee members by Wheeler and Randall, Colorado contest, and anticipated Kellogg and Pinchback seating as a political concern. Mentions Baltimore races, Randall’s committee plans, fire risk in public buildings, Maryland reform appointments, and Hayes compared to Oliver Twist in a humorous House speech.
The text notes a Senate bill aligned with a commission recommendation to remonetize silver. Senator Jones, chairman, is optimistic about success. Senator Sharon, Nevada's nominal senator who resides in California, plans to travel to vote and advocate for the measure, with Austin referenced as another actor or location.
An Indianapolis Sentinel critique accuses The Western Associated Press of bias toward the Republican party, describing it as a political machine that withholds Democratic news and publicizes Radicals. The piece argues for balanced management serving all members, not one party.
A Paris Letter surveys national types through anecdotal portraits. It contrasts Russians, English, Germans, and Americans detailing traits, manners, expenditures, and social display, noting the American’s flair for costliness, bold purchases, and polite bow.
The Columbus Dispatch argues Hayes is not the Republican party. It says Republicans should not follow him blindly and that he has set a bad example by repudiation. The piece urges readers to judge his actions independently from party loyalty.
The Philadelphia Times questions whether Will Kellogg will be seated in the Senate, condemning the prospect as renewing a national shame and invoking the past esteem of the chamber in better days. The piece frames the issue as a clash between political ambition and historic integrity.
A compact reflection notes that a man aged twenty five and seven feet tall has limited life expectancy, suggesting health cannot extend remaining years beyond a short span. The remark emphasizes the paradox of physical stature versus longevity.
Our Our New York Letter notes the tough filming of police marksmanship at Creedmoor and in the city as a steer runs wild uptown. It recalls Humpty Dumpty star Geo L Fox, the Edwin Adams benefit, and a speedy Philadelphia train trek. It also covers Webster vs. Webster's new edition, Conkling and Grant returns, a major cigar workers strike, and Harper papers offers for 61 weeks at four dollars.
The Henderson News argues against Bristow and Harlan being named to the Supreme Court, saying Kentuckians deserve a local representative. It assesses Bristow as a strong lawyer but a partisan figure and doubts Harlan’s bench potential, urging caution in national appointments.
A farmer near Reinholdsville Pennsylvania reported an exceptionally large yield of 220 bushels of early rose potatoes from just half an acre. The impressive haul reflects high productivity in local agriculture and could impact nearby market activity.
The New York Independent describes Mr. Randall as a commanding, fifty year old figure with a tall, powerful presence. His face shows a rare happiness from a loving home, his hair and features marked by resolve and steady will, suggesting strength beyond mere ambition.
State Press note recounts 14 year old Edwin Rock Taber who left Logansport August 11 after being seen in Lafayette. His distraught father Paul Taber, a respected Logansport citizen, mourns as four other children died of diphtheria within a week. The paper asks exchanges to copy the notice to help return Eddie.
A London Letter contrasts English legal practice with American trials, praising the English counsel for placid courtesy and absence of ruffianism. It notes no bellowing, no cross examination as insult, and no judge needing to discipline lawyers. The tone favors a gentlemanly, respectful demeanor among judges and attorneys.
The Pacific coast China trade shows merchandise shipments totaling 4,026,543 and treasure shipments of 12,283,011 through August 31, with increases from 1875. Quick silver and flour lead exports, while Californians may gain a steady market for low grade flour and metals in China. A Russian dispatch notes Turkish casualties and Russian losses, asserting Russia will ultimately prevail in the war.
Dixon Tribune and San Francisco Chronicle excerpts discuss political forecast and grape yield. Democrats expected a presidential victory in 1880 barring unforeseen changes. California grape crops dip in volume due to drought but raisin quality should reach new highs.
The Hartford Times notes the decline of African American members in Congress. It cites Cain Rainey and Smalls of South Carolina as contested seats and recalls earlier counts. The piece condemns colored representation as a failure and predicts no future electees from the South, citing fraud convictions and hostile sentiment.
The Indianapolis Sentinel condemns the Cincinnati Commercial and Radical outlets for backing Hayes's presidency. It argues the commission refused to examine the legality of disputed electoral votes and failed to hear evidence, calling Hayes's victory a swindle that becomes history. The piece insists no valid justification exists.
A week from today will reveal a significant political story and the public already feels informed. The St. Louis Globe-Democrat cautions readers they may not seek late news on election night.
The Louisville News notes that Republican leaders have a mature plan to renominate General Grant for the presidency in 1880. The report highlights party strategy and the likelihood of Grant returning to the national stage.
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