Speech by Senator Snapp at Springfield Debate on Quincy Rail Bill
Report of the concluding portion of Senator Snapp of Will county speaking in the State Senate at Springfield on Wednesday as the bill to authorize Quincy to subscribe to the Quincy Missouri and Pacific Railroad remained under continued consideration.
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Passage Through Senate of Legalization Bill Vote 40 to 2
A legalization bill clears the Senate by a decisive 40 to 2 margin. Supporters hail swift passage while opponents raise concerns over implementation and potential unintended effects.
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Blair's 1872 bid echoes 1868 politics in Democratic pull
The article traces Frank Blair's influence in the Democratic campaign, noting his past opposition to a vice presidential bid and his defense of overthrowing Reconstruction. It discusses Blair's Senate remarks with Morton, his stance on Reconstruction as constitutional or not, and predicts a renewed unity against tariff and finance issues, favoring a strong Republican triumph.
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Convention of colored citizens held in Nashville
A convention of colored citizens met in Nashville Tennessee last week adopting resolutions condemning widespread suspensions of colored schools outside major cities due to outrages against teachers and children and noting employers fail to act.
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The Frail Orator Described by Springfield Register
A Springfield Register correspondent poetically describes several speakers in the Illinois House of Representatives. The selection highlights one of our own members titled The Frail Orator, with reordered emphasis for prominence.
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Ohio fares reform slows railroad expansion
Ohio's earlier restrictive legislation on railroad fares aimed to curb rate increases. In contrast, Illinois added nearly 1,400 miles of track in the past year while Ohio expanded less than 500 miles, suggesting Illinois outpaces Ohio in railroad mileage. Competitions in Illinois may rectify the issues Ohio tried to address, leading to broader railway coverage benefiting the people.
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Senate Debates on Bills and Districts in Feb 21–27
Senate and House proceeded through a heavy slate of appropriations and bills. Actions included an amendment increasing Treasury salaries, a Pacific Railroad measure with gauge changes, post route and Indian bills, and a surge of deficiency and coast defense items. Debates touched Butler Farnsworth clashes and a brush with rail and bridge projects, with adjournments through Feb 27.
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Palmyra Growth, Courts, and a Chicago Statesman
Palmyra Missouri, population near 3000, boasts ten churches and three colleges led by Rev Taft and Mr Corbyn. The Palmyra Progressive Society eyed industrial growth and attracting newcomers. Marion County Court handled a criminal assault case against Mc Daniel and the Coe murder-related silence at Palmyra jail. The term opened with Hipkins and McDaniel assault case. verdict pending. In Chicago, John B Turner, longtime citizen and Northwestern Railroad figure, died of heart disease at 72.
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Combs House Fire in Cameron Near Misses Destruction
Cameron Missouri February 26 1871 a lamp left in the baggage room at the Combs house exploded igniting baggage and reception areas briefly. The blaze was contained with no serious damage. Business remains dull though new rail projects improve outlook. The L and W line to Gallatin to Kingston will aid Quincy merchants by lowering freights and expanding outlets.
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Pony Swindle Halts in Denver After Stock Dealer Ruse
Special Correspondence from Quincy reports five men leaving a C. B. & Q. train in KEoxoux Junction seeking a livery to view cattle. A Chicago stock dealer borrowed a pony, vanished to Camp Point and Denver, sold the pony for a watch, then was confronted by G W Leslie and Squire Leslie, who proved ownership. The pony and dealer were returned home.
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