Illinois proposes self-treating DIA tax in reform legislature
The Pittsburg Commercial cites a new Illinois bill fining anyone who asks another to drink alcohol from 20 to 100 dollars. If enacted the measure would be praised by Democratic politicians for relieving them of treating constituents, yet Illinois would risk losing its nickname as the Sucker State.
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Granger
Thames Jefferson
Reform School
Pontiac
Alexander
Burke
Citica and Villages
Plumb
Millen
Ohapter
San Francisco Mining Decline Shrinks Investor Fortunes
The latest San Francisco reports show a sharp drop in mining stocks as the boom collapses. Ophir stock fell from a high value to $16 million, dragging the market with it. Total stock depreciation is estimated around $100.09 million, turning many hopefuls into paupers and ending the era of easy millionaires.
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Indian legislatures under reform blamed for poor records
Eastern papers say Indians and Illinois and Indiana legislatures are becoming disillusioned by bickering. After six weeks the lower Sunole Legislature passed its first bill, while Hoosier lawmakers are charged with neglect of duty by a Democratic paper. Speaker Halnes seen as instrument to Providence for our good.
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Philadelphia society frees prisoners at low cost
An eighty nine year old Philadelphia society argues for alleviating the miseries of public prisons. It reports 2510 releases from 9121 county jail commitments in 1874 via amicable settlements saving taxpayers over 30 thousand dollars and aiding families, including insane individuals and children. Also notes the first US Supreme Court case on women's voting rights, Vir ginie L Miner vs Missouri registrar, regarding federal franchise for women.
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Oneida
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Eveee Rigzit Machine Shop
Seceeene Suglal
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Crux
Railroad Growth and Crash of 1870s in United States
The Tus Railway Gazette reports on five year US construction ending 1872 with 14 000 miles built, and 1871 72 totals over 14 000 miles. 1873 saw a crash halving output, 1900 miles in 1874. Most lines were cheap, three feet gauge prominent, with 100 000 workers displaced amid the railroad crash of 1878.
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Beecher Tilton Case Sparks Public Disgust Across Press
The Chicago Tribune turns hostile toward Tilton in the Beecher affair, noting his admission that he first publicized the sandal and that Beecher did not share details with Mrs. Woodhull. Tilton testified he kept secret the adulterous relations involving Beecher and Mrs. Tilton, with revelations traced to Mason Morse's wife.
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Tilton’s secrecy betrayed by mother-in-law scandal
The narrator questions a man who after shielding his wife’s reputation for years tells a shocking secret to a vulnerable mother-in-law. Mrs Morse passes the tale to notorious gossipers, damaging Tilton’s claimed efforts to suppress the scandal and casting doubt on his sincerity.
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Opposition in New York Times on public credit and Wood
The piece attacks the Opposition party as hostile to public credit amid war debt. It cites Fernando Wood leading Democratic opposition to the revenue bill and the sinking fund, condemning the party’s stance as impractical and cynical about meeting obligations. It portrays this as a broader Democratic policy critique.
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Debate on Capital Punishment Methods Across Nations
The Toledo Blade discusses methods of execution including burning disembowelment beheading poisoning and hanging. It contrasts Greece Socrates era executions with modern practices and argues public sentiment favors less brutal methods while condemning the overall horror of hangings and calling for more humane practices. The piece notes religious figures and public opinion pushing for reform.
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Essay on Mr. Speaker Haines as a Demagogue Brays Loudly
The writer attacks Mr. Speaker Haines for lacking practical leadership while possessing demagogic impulses. The author uses a harsh simile, likening his efforts to evil genius operating through an ass, and concludes that he brays too much.
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Outrageous Demagogism By Speaker Haines Recalled
The passage criticizes Speaker Haines for attempting to create a Bureau of Correspondence using Assembly clerks to push pro Haines coalition messaging. It recounts alleged bribery attempts, coercion, and clerks pressured to write favorable pieces. The piece notes condemnation from Democrats and independents and cites a Perryville paper excerpt.
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Adams Lectures On Railroad Accidents At Lowell Institute
Mr Charles Francis Adams jr recently delivered a lecture on railroad accidents before the Lowell Institute. The New York Times notes his unsparing analysis of railroad management, safety laws, and Massachusetts measures that reduced fatalities. He cited three major disasters Norwalk, Valley Falls, and Revere, showing each was preventable and that Massachusetts has built a strong safety regime with vast passenger travel yet few deaths.
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County eyes purchase of Jefferson Square north half
A local Board of Education and a Board of Supervisors committee debated terms to buy the north half of Jefferson Square for a future Court House site. Several members urged terms favorable to the county city and schools while one opposed any deal. The Council also considered the Court House question with a committee tasked to report tonight.
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Court House site choice debated by Supervisors at city meeting
At a Board of Education gathering last night Supervisors signaled they will not seek far east of the Court House for a new building. Most citizens favor Jefferson Square, with options to rebuild on current grounds. Officials aim to avoid city county feuds and ensure fair, prompt action.
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Center Township relief letter to Quincy Whigs urges publication
A lengthy plea from Nexo Cunrae Center Township Kansas relief committee asks Quincy Whigs to publish their article to aid distressed residents. It details disputes over funds clothing and provisions, requests donors confirm intended use of gifts, cites local bankers and officials, and notes broader relief efforts and calls for a new committee.
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