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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1869
Page
2
The June Public Debt Statement shows total debt 2.633 billion with accrued interest and a net debt after cash of 2.505 billion. The Treasury notes a May decrease of 13.35 million and a quarterly drop of over 20 million, alongside rising coin surplus, suggesting continued debt reduction and bolstered securities.
A critical note exposes misquotation in a WinG article about Indiana's ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment. It contrasts the Herald’s alleged claim that a two thirds quorum requires all present with Senator Morton's position that it is two thirds of those actually holding seats. It denounces alleged racism and rhetoric used to defend constitutional power.
A majority of English peers resist the bill disestablishing the Irish Church after it passed the House of Commons, signaling a potential clash between Liberal and Conservative forces that could affect the throne. The recent elections centered on this issue, with advocates of the bill gaining momentum.
The Disraeli government falls as Gladstone’s ministry rises amid debates on disestablishment. Lords resist the bill, risking a clash reminiscent of royal prerogative struggles. The public mood grows heated, Irish independence hopes revive, and democracy’s gains look to widen while justice trials stir strong popular emotion.
The Robinson murder case ends with acquittal after two weeks of sensational public attention. The verdict leaves the motive and responsible party unsettled, despite strong circumstantial evidence and disputed witness testimony. The trial exposed conflicting memories and questions about certainty in determining guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
A meeting of the friends of the Quincy and Nebraska Railroad was held in Nebraska City on the evening of the 8th inst. Delegates were chosen to Kirksville on the 24th to push stock subscriptions and secure Nebraska City as the western terminus. The committee must pay five percent of subscribed stock to fund the survey and push the project. Nebraska City must act now to become the railroad center or remain a poor county seat.
London dispatch criticizes U S treatment of its diplomats with Reverdy Johnson forced to shelter in a hotel due to lack of suitable quarters. The American Legation has moved between Portland Place Hyde Park Corner and Five Points lodging, highlighting need for a permanent residence near the Court of St James.
The Illinois State Journal reports Maj J M Rice of Quincy being appointed Consul at Brindisi Italy. The Journal may err as Rice has not received notice nor applied for any office, possibly due to confusion with J Mason Rice referenced by telegraph.
American correspondents in English papers spread old Copperhead slanders about Republicans. A New York Telegraph correspondent claims Grant aims to make himself life president, predicts a coup in Washington, and echoes Frank Elsass rhetoric without threats of assassination.
A dispatch reports Gen Jeff C Davis now in Alaska will be relieved by a more efficient officer. California papers cited drunkenness and outrages against women among officers in his command. Official reports note abuse of Indians and natives and a general lack of discipline. Washington says the President investigated the matter and found the worst has not been told. Davis is labeled a Copperhead.
The municipal election in Washington City on Monday last resulted in a landslide victory for the regular Republican ticket. Voters supported the party slate decisively, affirming incumbents and aligned candidates in the local race.
The St. Louis Board of Trade forms a committee to inspect the Keokuk railroad bridge ensuring lawful construction and to prevent obstruction to navigation. The action emphasizes compliance with legal requirements and safe river passage.
Election Tuesday last appears to have chosen Burchard, Republican nominee, over Eustace bolter. Returns are incomplete but indicate a decisive victory for Burchard amid a light total vote.
The Hannibal Courier cites an old forecast claiming Hannibal would reach fifty thousand residents in ten years and Douglasville across the river would rival Quincy in size and commerce. The piece notes surprise at this rapid shift in local expectations.
In May, Secretary Boutwell sold $5,000,000 in gold for $7,000,000 in currency and bought $3,070,000 in bonds at about $700,000 premium. Customs receipts totaled $14,000,000 and internal revenue $20,000,000, with these activities shaping finance flows.
The new Spanish Constitution was formally proclaimed in Madrid with ceremony. A serious emeute broke out afterward, suppressed after two people were killed and several wounded. Republican members of the Cortes reportedly stayed aloof from the proceedings.
England nears a clash between the House of Lords and Commons over the Irish Church Bill as excitement rises. In St Louis a plan seeks a Liverpool steamship visit to load bulk grain for the Liverpool market to prove direct European trade is viable. An exchange notes Brick Pomeroy lost 100000 dollars in the New York Democrat and vows to spend all he has before resuming railroad work.
The document records Gen Grant's proclamation appointing a citizen commission led by W Welsh and others to oversee Indian affairs. It details their powers to organize, inspect records, supervise agents, inspect purchases, advise on policies, and report with expenditures and procedures to the Interior Department. It also notes mandatory cooperation from government officers and aims to settle Indians on permanent homes.
The text urges officials to inform themselves about Indian conditions, impress government aims on the Indian population, and guide them toward a civilized lifestyle. It stresses pacific government intentions, gaining trust through kindness, and careful, economical use of funds to justify the appointment to this responsible duty.
A detailed public debt table shows totals of debt bearing interest in coin and in lawful money, the aggregate outstanding, accrued interest, and payments. It lists bonds from 1861 64 65 and union pacific related issues, coupons payable, and notes obligations with a total debt figure around 2.63 billion dollars. It also notes reductions during the period and the portion of debt in Treasury holdings and noninterest bearing obligations.
The Mt. Sterling Gazette reports the C B Q R R has bought the Peoria to Rushville line and will push completion at once. Gov Palmer appoints Walter L Mayo Saml W Moulton Winfield S Coy Geo C Clarke and Henry S Wing to the State Board of Education. French elections show 218 government members to 77 opposition, with 42 Independent and 35 Radicals.
General Sheridan has moved west to safeguard settlers and stations along the Union Pacific Railroad line, with responsibilities to oversee safety and security in frontier territory.
Dispatches from the Pacific Coast report the Republican candidate elected as delegate to Congress from Washington Territory. The result reflects party strength in the Far West amid a volatile political climate.
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