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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1874

Page

2

Repudiationist rhetoric and railroad rate projections linger

The press critiques the so called repudiationist organ at Quincy and attacks opponents of reform while noting Saratoga railroad conference delays and possible rate shifts. It discusses Western crop transport aims, the Beecher Tilton scandal effect on woman suffrage, and New York trade figures showing July imports at $53.2 million with seven month totals up to $251.8 million, exports and specie movements, and ongoing strong export trade despite lower overall trade signals.

New York

Mayor Annuls City Contract With Henrici Paper

The mayor summarily voided a spring contract with Mr. O. H. Henrici for publishing the Council's proceedings in the Quincy Tribune, claiming non-fulfillment for a May meeting. Critics call the pretext thin, pointing to prior conflicts over a mayoral article and his push for a German-language organ aligned with his political aims.

Tre Wuia O. H. Henrici Quincy Henrici Tar Wma Tae Wuia The Tribune

Coming General Convention Stirring Episcopal Church Debate

The New York meeting of the General Convention in October is seen as potentially the most important in this country’s Episcopal history. The Times notes rising interest over ritualism splitting High, Ritmatistic, Low, and Broad Church factions, with ritual disputes fueling conflicts since 1833 and major events like the Cummins split and DeKoven controversy shaping current tensions.

Protestant Episcopal Church New York New York Times the Times England Dirie St. Alban’s St.Ignatine St. Mary the Virgin's St. Clement's Philadelphia Low Boston Atlantic Baltimore Cummins Reformed Episcopal Church DeKoven Wisconsin Rome

Beecher Tilton Affair Receives Mixed Public View

Financial ledger shows a sequence of receipts totaling $4550 from 1873 to 1874. The article discusses Beecher Tilton allegations, Moulton’s testimony, and alleged confessions with focus on the public dispute and surrounding letters from the Golden Age publisher. It portrays Tilton seeking peace while Beecher denies adulterous relations and labels Moulton and Tilton as conspirators.

Golden Age Beecher As. Moulton Tilton Mr. Beecher Mr. Tilton Mrs. Tilton Tilton Jan Var Montton

Split in State Democrats Sparks Battle over Wings

The Chicago Times names two Democratic factions meeting in Springfield today and tomorrow. One wing vows to keep the old party name and colors while the McCormick-Storey group aims to disguise itself to attract farmers and German voters, forming a new party to join the national scene later. The paper praises honesty and opposes deceitful tactics, citing Judge Ledlie and other Democrats who publicly retain the old brand.

Chicago Times Springfield Morrow Chicago Journal Hayleg National Democratic Party McCormick Crew Partizan Ledlie Cal. Richardson Gen. Singleton

Georgia Bourbon declares bid for Congress on odd self doubt

A Bourbon in Georgia announces candidacy for Congress on the claim that his postwar failures prove he is only fit for national office. He says he has failed in every venture since the war and now seeks Congress as his last role.

Georgia Congress

Perversely Poetic Scene Sparks Platonic Talk

The fragment describes a tainted literary line misread as Susan lingering with Theodore. It notes movement of the body claimed by virtue’s touch, yet no physical contact occurs. The passage frames the scene as an intensely Platonic performance.

Susan Theodore

Tax final operations for a new five percent rate

The report notes the finalization of tax operations for implementing a five percent rate through a new contract. It highlights that Joan oversees the process via the instrumentality of the contract, with completion near.

Joan

Spain Denounces Cuba Over Treaty Breach

The Spanish government criticizes Cuban authorities for disregarding Spanish treaties, arguing the Cuban side failed to follow the Fish Polo agreement and seeks a firm political response to the alleged inscient conduct.

Spain

United States Rejects Spanish Demand Over Virginius Affair

Report from Washington states the United States has courteously but firmly rejected Spain's demand for indemnity in the Virginius affair. The government insists on performance of the Fish Polo treaty. Relations with Madrid are not satisfactory or near improvement due to the dispute.

United States Washington Madrid

Wilson not favoring a third term, Saratoga view

A Saratoga correspondent to the Indianapolis Journal reports Vice President Wilson declining to confirm support for a third term. He says the American people would not elect any man to a third term, regardless of merit, and that he would rather have joined the rebellion at its outset than back the tail of it now. He cannot believe the President encourages such an idea.

Secretary of State Dion. Q.H. Harlow Seentary Ar Sige Moses M. Vane Thorne Canisins Hinole Penitentiary Joseph W. Wham Salem Marion County Ransor Moors M. Rane Weddburr M. Taylor Chicago Cook County Theodore Can_alus Joax L. Broexther Chicago Journal Maj Wham Gen Logan Col Southworth Wordstock Féitor Chicago Evening Journal Beveridge State Board of Pentien- Mary Commissioners Gtr Remoril Tilton Saratoga Indianapolis Journal Wilson

Beecher Letter Reveals Political Strife and Moulton Scandal

An August letter extract discusses Beecher’s rising standing amid a split in supporters and enemies. It cites Tilton’s denial of criminal ties with Beecher, and suggests jealousy from Christiaan Ganion’s paper Independent against Bowen. The note claims Moulton, Woodhall, and Tilton may have conspired to harass Beecher, while Beecher’s Europe escape is noted as strategic. Plymouth Committee reportedly holds testimony to counter Moulton’s defenses.

Ax Eastern Beecher-Tilton Beecher Mr. Moulton Woodhull Claflin Tilton Ben Butler Gath Titon-Woodhall Bre C. Bowes Independent Christiaan Ganion Bowen Moulton Lkely Woodhall Europe Plymouth

First National Bank of Jacksonville Georgia formed

News in brief reports the organization of the First National Bank of Jacksonville Ga with capital of 50000 dollars claiming it is the first National Bank organized in Georgia. Also notes three incendiaries who tried to burn Washington were arrested. postal law changes allow publishers to bill subscribers with enclosures and date due. Lake County fair preparations set for September 28 to October. Naples murder report details Osborne stabbing Barlow to death with a knife and then fleeing.

National Bank of Jacksonville Georgia Washington Lake’ County Agricultural and Hore-growers’Association Naples William Barlow C. Osborne Osborne Barlow Moppin & Barlow

Trial reveals sea captain Rob ert Roberts and trust debt dispute

A Connecticut case recounts Rob ert Roberts a sea captain who fled terror in France with $100,000 in gold. He settled in Medfield and funded a trust for his son whose line allegedly had no heirs. The son's informal adoptee claimed the estate, with multiple nephews and nieces contesting before the court upheld the trust allocation.

Connecticut Robert Roberts France Roberts Medfield

The Terrible Comet and Doomsday Forecasts

An astronomer who linked Coggia’s comet tail to a deluge gains vindication as reports arise of global disasters. Telegraphs note storms on the western continent, a Nevada water spout, Pittsburgh flood, Moravian inundation, Azanera flood, European earthquakes, and wild electrical phenomena fueling superstition about the comet’s tail influencing the earth.

Coggia Noah Nevada Pittsburgh Moravia Azanera Europe

English Traveler Uses Point to Avoid Sea Sickness

An English traveler aboard a Dover to Cassis steamer claims to avoid seasickness by fixed gaze. Opposite him sits a French actress en route to London for a theater engagement. He politely explains his tactic by saying she is the point he chose to fix his eyes on.

English Channel Dover Cassis London Enid Osen

Wanted to See His Wife in Atlanta Bridegroom Confesses Alleged Marriage

A self possessed young man visited a Atlanta house and asked to see his wife. The mistress said no one was there but family. The man replied he married the eldest daughter last night and insisted on meeting her. The incident surprised the household and raised questions about the marriage.

Atlanta Beecher Boston Mr. Beecher Tilton Sir. Moulton Moulton Lst Eli. Tilton Bowen Stoulton Olton Thiat The Eagle Afoulton Amloulton Veecher Drr. Beecher Frank’ Moulton Court of

Beecher Report Summary Reveals Slant of Controversy

The Plymouth Church Committee report, summarized from the Brooklyn Eagle, presents Tilton’s allegations against Henry Ward Beecher, contrasts them with witnesses including Mrs Tilton and Elizabeth Tilton, and concludes Beecher is not guilty. It notes public reception in Brooklyn and the broader national impact as debate continues.

Beasie Tilton Testifies on Tilton Tilton Affair

Beasie Tilton, adopted daughter of Mrs Tilton, testifies before the Beecher Investigating Committee. She describes abuse by Theodore Tilton, including locking doors, threats, and an unwanted advance that led her to flee. She also recounts witnessing confrontations with Mrs Tilton and Miss Anthony, and a confession reportedly made by Mr Tilton to Mrs Tilton.

PRESS OPINIONS ON MOULTON STATEMENT

New York editorials on Moulton's statement are harsh toward him. The Times declines to publish it, claiming no new light on Tilton's case. The Tribune analyzes it as weakening the prosecution and supporting Beecher's defense. The World is scathing, portraying Moulton and Tilton as lacking honorable instincts and unworthy of belief without evidence of criminality.

Moulton Beecher the Sun New York World Tilton Grommel The Chicago Tribune Journal Great American City New York Times Avramor Big City Plymouth Church Thomas Thomas @. Shearman, clerk of ‘Plymouth church Lequid New Yoas the Times the Tribune World Tee Frank Moulton Beecher-Tilton New York Tribune Bir. Beerher Alfaira F. D. Moulton la Boulton Mr. Beecher

Beecher Tilton affair morphs into delayed statement debate

A review of Frank Moulton’s long awaited statement on the Beecher Tilton case argues it adds little new light. The Times notes the document’s late appearance under grave circumstances while preserving Beecher’s defenders and questioning Moulton’s evidence amid ongoing public scrutiny.

Publication of Tennyson Poems Reissued

Readers note a reprint of Alfred Tennyson poems once issued but later withdrawn. The collection, titled Jue venilis, reappears under new publication, prompting questions about original works and editorial stance.

Tennyson

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