France adopts final passage of Senate reform bill
Paris Wednesday February 24 1875 The Assembly votes 448 to 1 to crownize the Senate with the reform package. It then passes the public powers bill on second reading amid amendments from Right and Bonapartists rejected. The clause recognizing the Republic is adopted by 435 to 262. Debate adjourned until tomorrow as Left seeks final passage this sitting.
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Whisky lobby wins in Congress amid tax game in Washington
Washington reports a major whisky industry victory as tax plans favor taxing spirits on hand over new production. Distillers and dealers rally behind Dawes proposed changes while critics warn of windfall profits totaling 5 to 7 million dollars. Congress also advances Colorado and New Mexico state admissions amid partisan debates on civil rights provisions. Alabama outrages probe scene unfolds in debate over appropriation bills and election interference claims.
Contested Alabama Election Feeds House Battle Over Bacon Threats
The scene shifts to congressional clash as Republicans defend actions in Alabama, denying Democrats were intimidated with bacon. Luttrell reads affidavits from deputy marshals about warrants used to frighten voters, while efforts to interrupt his statements unfold amid a chaotic debate on the revised statutes and departmental spending.
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Filibuster in the House Forces Delays on Fororan Forward
In Waenrxorox on Feb. ??? the House voted for a 7:90 pm recess with an evening session planned to tackle the Boundary Civil Appropriation bill. Gen Butler hinted Republicans would vote to advance a new Force if all members were present, risking a party clash and possible passage tomorrow. The body opened with many empty seats, a quorum issue led Gen Garfield to move into the Committee of the Whole after opposing Judge Poland's Arkansas resolution.
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Senate Caucus Sets Pinchback Case in Last Week of Session
Wasm ix, Feb 24 The Senate caucus settled the Pinchback case after lengthy debate. The order of business placed first the appropriation bills, Colorado and New Mexico admission, Civil Rights, then Pinchback. Pinchback laments a party that treats philosophy and ethics as mere theory while blocking action.
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Railroad Interests. Tur Old Card Of Directors Defeated
The Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad annual stockholders meeting in Cascado reveals the Eastern party bolting with Griswold and Forbes leading proxies to overthrow Joy’s management. Election of 13 directors declares Bartlett, Corning, Green, Forbes, and Paine as top directors. Joy vows to leave railroading, praising longtime supporters as he bids farewell to the board.
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Unwise Railway Legislation Cited In Chicago And Alton Report
The Chicago and Alton Railroad annual report to stockholders critiques recent railway laws as unwise, citing reduced operating costs from Illinois rate caps and a policy blamed for low dividends and bond interest delays. It notes capital stock held steady, bond totals, and adjustments following a costly but stabilizing year.
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Tornado Strikes Potts County Missouri and Houstonie
Reports from February 24 describe a tornado crossing Potts County with several dwellings and three buildings destroyed. The narrow 150 yard wide storm caused severe damage and injured residents including W. H. Porter mortally and Dr. Williams with broken ribs.
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