24 Jul 1869
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1869
Page
1
The Weekly Republican lists publication details for Quincy Illinois, noting Saturday distribution, address at 125 Hampshire Street, and weekly, quarterly, and annual subscription prices. It outlines advertising terms, payment options, and the importance of including full postal addresses for prompt delivery.
A jumbled poem fragment paints dawn with May flowers and honey rain, shifting to death and memory themes. The text blends verse with stray prose notes and humor, mentioning world affairs and cultural quips amid garbled lines.
A Richmond Whig commentary praises colored voters in Virginia for supporting the Democratic cause, recounting their courage under pressure and noting a trend toward white and colored people acting together. It cites John Cooley as a prominent leader and reflects on post election shifts affecting party lines.
Reports detail arrests of Toledo, Wabash and Western Railroad executives in New York amid Erie Railroad attempts to gain control. A stock surge aiming to fund Decatur to St Louis extensions sparked injunctions, recalls, and a mounting public interest in the ongoing railroad power struggle affecting multiple lines including Vanderbilt era echoes.
The Salt Lake City telegraph report on Senator Trumbull and Brigham Young highlights Mormonism’s defiance of anti polygamy law amid isolation and power. The completion of the Pacific Railroad and influx of Gentile settlers are seen as catalysts for change, signaling the erosion of Brigham Young’s influence and an eventual overthrow of Mormon governance. The piece credits Trumbull for urging obedience to the law and foresees widespread emigration and legal progress advancing across Utah and the West.
Governor PaLwer has renewed visits to Joliet aiming to reform the management of the penitentiary. He presses for changes, seeking progress amid ongoing discussions on prison administration and policy.
Augusta dispatches claim Turner a colored Macon postmaster was arrested in a counterfeit money plot. The American Union and Associated Press reports warn of Rebel falsehoods. Turner testified in a counterfeit case and faced threats. Curtis to edit New York Times, replacing Raymond.
The piece claims the Walker party gains with Negro support and the Fifteenth Amendment, urging Democratic victory through universal suffrage. It questions Northern Democrats’ readiness, cites Ohio and Pennsylvania resolutions denouncing the amendment, and wagers on Copperhead zeal.
The Quincy Missouri and Pacific Railroad plan receives a unanimous council vote to submit an August 7 election on subscribing 500000 in city bonds. The proposal sets bond terms eight percent interest for twenty years, with staged city and state approvals and tax provisions to fund interest payments.
Sr Louis, after virtually confessing failure, seeks to imitate its European plan by appointing Henry T Blow as minister to Brazil. If ships cannot be secured for grain to Liverpool, doubt arises over direct trade to Rio Janeiro. Demand will drive supply in peaceful times, making Atlantic vessel access likely.
The New York Evening Post claims voters’ names on bills passed in the New York Legislature were bribed and promises to publish a list of lawmakers who entered the Legislature poor and are now rich. The threat stirs excitement among politicians while Illinois lawmakers remain undisturbed by such threats.
Grundy County Court ordered a special election to authorize subscribing 150000 to the Chicago and South Western Railroad 100000 to the Quincy Missouri and Pacific Railroad and 50000 to the Brookfield and Trenton Railroad. Bonds payable in 70 years with 8 percent interest. delivered in thirds as graded and ironed to county boundaries and when 15 miles of road bed are ready and completed. Ballot set for Tuesday August 17.
Letters arrive up to July 1 confirming the Powell exploring party survived a river crossing with one boat lost. Sumner is deemed a myth and Risdon awaits trial. Illinois explorers are poised to publish the first trustworthy description of the Colorado Canyon with Maj Powell to enlighten the world.
Secretary of the Interior J D Cox rejects claims by settlers on the Cherokee Neutral Lands in Kansas seeking to void a land sale to J F Joy. He directs authorities to deny rights claimed, notes delays due to clerical staff, and authorizes hiring help to finalize payments based on the Commissioners’ award.
Frost data indicate the Treasury Department expects the public debt to be reduced by five million dollars in the current month. The estimate relies on current revenue and interest payments, signaling continued fiscal tightening.
The report recounts a Long Branch banquet where Gen Blair drew criticism for his pro Confederate tones amid Admiral Farragut and Gen Sheridan. It also notes a St Louis discussion on bulk grain movement and molasses transport, joking about extending tanks to whisky and wine and praising bulk cargo innovations.
John G. Saxe is bound for California with a fresh lecture titled Frerich Folks at Home. The trip aims to engage audiences across the state, showcasing his humorous observations and social commentary in a series of talks.
A Knox county choice, John Winterbottom, Esq., was declared selected forDirector. When stock subscriptions later allowed a second director, Hon. W. C. Hillis was proposed and elected. Knox officials praised Hillis for rail knowledge, cost checks, and fraud prevention amid a disputed Kirksville Convention. The Edina Sentinel defends Knox directors from slander.
The piece argues for a wartime stance against England, asserting economic logic and Ireland’s freedom as central, citing shifts in manufacturing and debt payoff. It labels pro English journals as Democratic rings and frames war as the key to liberating Ireland and challenging European monarchies.
Prom the Springficl journal dated July 18 reports Supervisor D Bloomfield and government officers uncovering frauds by the Pekin whisky ring. A confession by Crosby suggests partners in the distillery scheme prompted seizures of private books. The scope is uncertain but the matter may go before the U.S. Grand Jury soon.
A new Presbyterian church at Kirksville was dedicated last Sunday. A St Joseph boat arrived Friday with 15 000 ties for the St Joseph and Denver railroad. A Rushville farmhouse was struck by lightning killing a child and injuring others. Albany burglars stole goods from several stores. Robert Campbell was killed at Chillicothe attempting to jump a moving eastern train. John Seller’s St Joseph residence robbed of clothing and a silver watch. Michael Mullins shot himself taking a loaded gun from a wagon. he died a few days later.
John W. Moone, accused of killing his sister in law Mra. McAdam near Greenville Bond county Illinois, reportedly confesses detailing enticement to the porch attack and murder. Authorities indicate the public appeal and funeral drew wide local turnout. Moone, born 1845 New York, had a respected past before this crime and now faces trial.
Southern dispatch reports a two week fire in All Haints Parish Horry County near Ocean Bay burning along twenty miles toward Conwayboro. The blaze destroyed turpentine boxes and ridge lands, leaving bare earth, burned cattle ranges, and displaced wildlife while the hot dry weather hindered efforts to stop it. Over 100000 acres burned and the sky glowed with flames nightly.
Reports show Mancomb contributing 25000 to Rockford Bank Island and St Louis railroad capital stock. June state treasury receipts exceed disbursements by 370579. A severe Ken dall county whirlwind struck. a boy drowned near EraRornD Creek. Peoria distilleries halted due to price limits. steamer Louisiana destroyed at Cain. Macoupin creek bridge washed away delaying trains. Old Settlers meet planned July 15. Peoria Zeitung sold to Tresenias. Rainstorm along C A & St L line damaged fences and embankments.
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