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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1869

Page

2

Revolution in Connecticut Over State Suffrage Victory

The piece praises a Democratic success on a statewide suffrage ballot amid a strong GOP majority in the legislature. It notes the era of liberal reforms and compares past defeats, criticizing the Herald for temperance endorsements and its later reversal while questioning its motives and future stance on liquor laws. The piece also discusses court-House usage in county politics and the judiciary bill expanding the federal bench.

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Governor Signs and Vetoes Key Legislature Bills

A ten year review of bills shows approvals and vetoes by the Governor. Bills enacted amend civil and property regulation and guardianship, water power, grain movement, and county officer fees with several March 3 approvals. Several House bills were vetoed, targeting sheriff civil cases and county officer fees in Jefferson County and other counties.

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Personal and political snippets from a Washington text

A diarist notes daily routines of Louisa Murbach and observers in Congress. The London Spectator critiques Reg Johnson as a poor representative, while Horace Maynard is rumored for a Supreme Court post under a reform bill. Robley Dungiison of the Jefferson Medical College dies at Philadelphia residence after Thursday evening events.

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Slavery chase in Illinois and a slave’s bid for freedom

An Illinois tavern scene portrays a slave fled from Kentucky pursued by two armed white men. After a dramatic chase into timber and a 40 foot cliff fall, the slave is captured but later escapes. The piece reflects abolitionist tensions and a courtroom-style confrontation with jurors from Massachusetts.

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