27 Jan 1869
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1869
Page
1
A bill offering aid in money and land to a Southern Pacific railroad from New Orleans faced Senate resistance. Amid a wave of related measures, pension plans for Mrs Lincoln and other fiscal debates surfaced. dispatches noted Clause discussions on Tenure of Office and cabinet appointments, with political implications across multiple states and parties.
Monday last the Illinois House voted on the bill restricting railroad fares with 5 ayes and 12 nays. Listed members voting yes include Mesers Bailey Ben Bond Bothwell Burgess Chaise Childs Collins Cook of Lakey Cook of Sangamon Coy and others. Members voting no included Brookhart Barnett Cooper Jasper Kerr Miller of St Clair Ross of St Clair Stanton Taylor Woodsen and 12 total.
A Chicago man aged about 120 years died on Monday. In New Jersey, John H. Stockton was elected U.S. Senator on Tuesday. Thomas M. Gibbons, an escaped convict, suspected in the Rogers murder, was arrested Tuesday in Patterson, New Jersey.
Gov Clayton and staff arrived in Memphis last night and departed at dawn for Martinsville. The fragmentary text confirms travel movements but lacks complete details on purpose or itinerary.
A Washington special analyzes the vote tabling the subsidy bill for the Union Pacific Railroad. Democrats 18 and Republicans 67 supported, 10 Democrats and 83 Republicans opposed. Southern members from newly admitted states mostly voted for. final fate tied to Public Lands Committee referral. Also reports pension news for Mrs Lincoln and a Supreme Court ballot on the Legal Tender case. Grant opposes the Alabama claims treaty, arguing it ignores wartime losses and English sympathy prolonged the war. Possible recall of Reverdy Johnson and reopening of questions under a new administration. Congressional proceedings and bills are summarized from Jan 26 dispatches.
In Havana on January 26 the U S Consul formally demanded General Duke the body of Samuel Cohemer an American photographer killed by armed men from the volunteer force He warned that if the government cannot protect American citizens the United States would be forced to act Duke expressed regret for the bloodshed and hoped for no further trouble He ordered a list of all Americans sent to the government and authorized immediate delivery of Cohemer s body The night passed quietly.
In Chicago January 26 a dispute between two 10 or 12 year old boys led to one drawing a knife and stabbing the other in the side. The knife glanced off a rib, preventing a fatal wound and the assailant fled.
A cryptic line speaks of Magete living under God’s care while bemoaning harm and danger. The speaker wishes safety and avoidance of an altar, lamenting the burdens of this world and pain.
A South American missionary clergyman found a cafe and simple remedy for nervous weakness and early decay. He offers to send the cooking and usage instructions free to anyone in need, via JOSEPE T.reMay Station D Bible House New York City. Flour mill ad and delivery line mention include 305 fand7 dim.
Springfield reports show Senate reporting bills from Judiciary and Canals committees, including canal water power lease, road labor abolishment study, and a broad set of new incorporation and tax bills. House acts include railroad measures, public statutes revision, and pension debates with broad amendments.
Havana reports many leading Cuban revolutionists prepare to emigrate fearing renewed bloodshed. Cohemer, the American killed by volunteers, was buried yesterday. Americans sign a protest at the U S Consulate against the outrage. A man found entering General Duke’s apartments was arrested with a dagger on him, believed planned to assassinate the Captain-General.
Constantinople January 26 The Sublime Porte dismisses rumors of Turkish arming and says the Sultan expects peace from the Paris Conference. Madrid January 26 The Governor of Burgos assassinated at the cathedral during an inventory. High tension as arrests of suspects follow.
Ottawa reports Hon. J. H. Cameron plans a reprieve for Whalen. Montreal notes strong English protest against Quebec Legislature grants of land to French Canadians seeking to turn Canada toward the United States. Over one hundred smallpox deaths in five weeks.
A blaze on Monroe street in Lynn Massachusetts last night wiped out five large shoe stores and damaged six more. Total losses were estimated at $200000.
The report notes firm gold and clearances with exports around 62.0 million and a further 25 million expected. Banking activity shows a 3.5 million pool in secant accounts, with short interest rising to between 5 and 8 million. Government stocks are in demand, especially small bonds. railways show notable day activity with closing prices listed for key issues and rail lines.
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