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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1880
Page
2
The editor discusses Democratic resilience against centralization, cites varied state results for Congress, notes Indiana and California outcomes, and questions Republican intimidation while highlighting the enduring democratic principle and forthcoming election implications.
The article reports on 1880 US wheat production totaling 455,649,000 bushels with regional breakdowns for New England Middle Atlantic Western Pacific and Colorado and territories. It notes export potential about 30,000,000 bushels after domestic needs and seeds. It discusses earlier overestimates and the impact on market expectations.
Washington dispatch notes Southern Democrats press for party breakup after 1880 loss. It argues for constitutional methods and tariff reform, urging passage of the Eaton bill for full tariff inquiry and avoiding unconstitutional pay proposals, while noting mixed prospects for Democrats nationwide.
From New York to California and beyond, reports show a close popular vote between Hancock and Garfield with Republican leads in early returns. Analysts note disputed counts, shifting majorities, and speculation on House control as results trickle in from 21 to 38 states with emphasis on key metros and territories.
The article notes wheat prices must rise with demand to avoid declines and describes a 27 million bushel world surplus as not large enough to trigger very low prices. It contends current US wheat producers will not receive fair remuneration for their crops this year.
Republican papers show a revival of Know Nothing ideas aimed at garnering support by stirring anti foreign born sentiment. A Tribune communication quotes it claiming the country is our property and native-born citizens only should have full citizenship, targeting Chinese Germans and Irish alike.
Grant era Republicans discuss a push to obtain 250000 from the national treasury or via subscription. The plan assumes Republican majorities in Congress. The Times favors raising the amount by subscription but has few subscribers so far.
In the annual report to the secretary of war General Sherman argues at length for a liberal increase in the United States standing army after noting subordinate reports.
Official Texas returns show Hancock leading in most districts with majorities of 14,000 in the first, 10,000 in the second, 37,000 in the third, 23,000 in the fourth, 2,000 in the fifth, and 18,000 in the sixth. Total state vote expected around 275,000 as late counts come in from agricultural districts.
In Wilmington on November 15 a near continuous rain gave way to snow early in the morning. Snow continues as reports of a heavy storm reach Fayetteville and Goldsboro, potentially affecting local voting dynamics and turnout.
A Democrat laments partisan dishonesty while praising the silver bill and Democratic restraint. He argues Republicans misstate honor over tariffs and monopolies, cautions against gold resumption, and urges Democrats to defend opposing views as they face defeat.
A Paris store drew 67 000 customers in a single fall day and moved 280 000 dollars in goods, highlighting strong local demand.
Public sales of rents and profits on real estate in Posey County Indiana set for December 11 1880 and November 20 1880 with multiple defendants and parcels including Lots 26 27 in Cynthiana and a large tract in New Harmony. SHERIFF and Commissioner roles noted with terms of sale one third cash balance credit six to twelve months, with notices to satisfy executions and decrees.
The administrator with the will annexed of Martin R. Miller deceased announces a public sale by order of Posey Circuit Court at the premises in Robb Township on Wednesday December 8 1880. A three years lease covers part of the North West Quarter Section 19 Township 4 South Range 18 West containing about 62 acres bounded by the West line of East Half and the Wabash River.
Public notice of private sale by a Posey County commissioner in the case Adine Hinkley vs James Hinkley. Sale starts 10 am on a paid day, with note security, waived relief laws, interest from date, and attorney fee. Real estate includes Lot 143 and south half of Lot 142 in Arthur's Western Enlargement, bounded Tavern Street and Arthur Street, November 27, 1880.
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