09 Nov 1872
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1872
Page
1
A massive blaze in the Third District of New Orleans on Thursday destroyed property valued at $45,000 and cost a man his life while attempting to save belongings. The report also notes political turmoil in Missouri with mixed election results and party shifts impacting several districts.
Reported congressional delegation split shows Republicans 70 to Democrats 7. Names listed include Jobe Riseil Jasper Ward James Robinson Charles Farwell John McNaul Stephen Hart Joseph Cannon Blas Borchard Sig Bryan Franklin Corwin Morrison Greenberg Fors Isaac Clement Granville Barrere Samuel Marshall Liam Neece and others, with uncertain spellings.
The Quincy Tribune forecasts a Democratic split in Adams County after a loss of votes in both city and country. It suggests forming a new Liberal party as salvation and questions the impact of Liberal coalition with Democrats on overall support. The piece notes Bayh’s claim of a decisive Democratic vote decline and contemplates further political realignment.
Special correspondence reports a solid Republican sweep with ticket majority ranging 300 to 800. Grant’s 680, Hyde 617 for Congress, Horton 312 for Legislature, Hyde’s Republican gains noted. broader party strength claimed across the region. Also mentions telegraphic items on ships, fires in Cincinnati, railroad depot plans in Chicago, Illinois Supreme Court contempt ruling, and a fatal wreck near Scranton with multiple injuries.
Returns from 71 counties show Grant leading in many regions with majorities in Iowa Maryland California Indiana Alabama and other states. Congressional totals vary by district with Republicans carrying several seats while Democrats gain others. Greeley support also noted, with statewide majorities adjusted as more counties report. A War Department report discusses administrative reforms, arsenals, and naval ordnance.
Ne w York Nov 8 A special report outlines President Grants stance on a potential second term. The piece notes his opinions on political leadership and the administration’s direction amid his re election prospects.
The East reports Gen Meade's funeral will be held Monday with both City Council branches attending. Independence Hall to be draped in mourning thirty days. Also notes a trial trip of the Japanese steamer Kurni and the political pool payments on election results. The President plans to visit Covington after the Philadelphia funeral. A testimonial to Gen Meade’s memory is planned in Philadelphia with Mayor Stockley presiding.
Reports from Oswego Delaware and Hudson canal and other areas describe a raging epizootic with many horses dying or ill. By Nov 8 cases are widespread with 60 deaths since Wednesday morning. humane society calls for absolute rest of affected animals amid alarm in Oswego and nearby towns.
The steamer Kate carrying 450 bales of cotton and 150 passengers struck the wreck of the Lucy Holcomb above Helena Arkansas at about 3 o clock and sank with no lives lost. The barge Forest Queen, in tow of Bennington, broke loose in a gale near Bennington and is believed lost with all hands. In railroad news, the train from the west derailed and fell into a palace coach left standing in Ballmore last night.
Early returns indicate strong support for Grant and Greeley across several states. Figures from Edgar, Morgan, Knox, Schuyler, and surrounding counties show Republican gains for governor and Congress, with Democratic margins in others. Lincoln and Randolph counties report sizable majorities for the opposing slate.
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