28 Nov 1868
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1868
Page
1
Fragmentary verse from The Weekly Whig with lines on married life and its comforts and crosses. The readable text is partial and lacks context or complete sense. The piece seems to be part of a poem or romantic reflection published in the Republican weekly.
A collage of quips and anecdotes on manners, mischief, and humor. Jests about pickpockets, clergymen, and lovers, plus wordplay on phrases and jokes about clocks, bags, and travelers. A lighthearted miscellany with regional wit and rural scenes.
In England the week long parliamentary vote after the Reform Bill extends the franchise. Liberal gains in Parliament signal progress toward church-state separation in Ireland and potential Liberal leadership in a future government. Comparisons are drawn to American parties and figures like Gladstone Bright and Mill.
A critical letter targets Reverdy Johnson for defending Texas conditions. The correspondence argues violence exists but is not unique to Texas, cites Johnson’s Senate role, and suggests he suppresses facts to appease rebel sympathizers. The piece notes sensational Texas murders and outrages contradicting Johnson’s rosy portrayal.
The article notes lingering rebel sentiment in Missouri with a secesh flag seen near Quinley and questions about Frank Blair. It also presents official Connecticut election totals showing Grant and Seymour with corresponding vote figures.
New York papers publish Mr Charles A Washburne late US Minister to Paraguay addressing Hon William Stuart. He describes Lopez tyranny in Asuncion, the American Legation sheltering foreigners, and Washburne's failed protest as two legation staff face possible torture. Calls for a firm minister and McMahon appointment. Also reports on Sheridan campaigns against plains tribes and South Carolina politics.
Complete official returns for South Carolina confirm Gen Grant’s majority at 7 679. The state that once fed secession eight years ago now shifts after the defeat of the rebel Democracy. Ture Charleston, a venomous secession sheet, is dead unable to survive the recent election in that state.
The New York Tribune argues the state vote swung to Seymour due to immense frauds. It notes 848,278 total votes, with Grant gaining in 48 of 60 counties and Seymour leading in 12, many in New York City and suburbs. The paper cites internal Democratic blame games and implicates Henry Clay Dean in nominating General Singleton.
The article outlines the law under which General Grant holds his appointment as General of the Army. It notes presidential discretion to appoint and possibly continue the appointment, with selection from the Army’s most distinguished officers. The President may appoint with Senate advice a General of the Army who may command the armies of the United States under presidential direction and pleasure.
The official result shows a majority in favor of calling a Constitutional Convention, with an actual majority of 88,248 based on the vote cast for the measure. The tally compares 223,184 for Convention to 135,586 against, when adjusted for nonvoters and the largest General Assembly vote. The Legislature will next set delegate election details. The Chicago Post notes Democratic defeats abroad and references the Homer Iliad controversy in Louisiana.
In a brief government release the November election results are listed by state with grants and allocations. The communication highlights key winners and regional tallies while noting continuing vote counts.
The following is a correct list of the State's Attorneys elected in the respective drafts of this State at the last election. It names 1 Circuit Wm. Brown Democrat, 2 John Michan Republican, 3 Bobt. B. Townes Democrat, 4 Silas B. Whitehead Democrat, 5 Lawrence W. James Democrat, 6 Anthony R. B. Mack Republican, 7 Chas. H. Reed Republican, 8 Jonathan H. Rowall Republican, 9 Chas. Blanchard Republican, 10 Jas. A. McEnzie Republican, 11 Chas. A. Hill Republican, 12 W. Townsend Democrat, 13 Chas. Kellom Republican, 14 Dwight W. Jackson Republican, 15 W. G. Ewing Democrat, 16 Chas. P. Taggart Republican, 17 Mr. Thompson Republican, 18 M. Morrison Democrat, 19 J. F. McCartney Republican, 20 Mason Republican, 21 G. Whitney Democrat, 22 David McCarney Republican, 23 Smith A. Garrett Republican, 24 Robt. A. Halbert Republican, 25 Finney D. Preston Democrat, 26 F. M. Youngblood Democrat, 27 John Boyle Republican, 28 Chas. J. Metzmer Republican Democrat, Republicans.
Augusta November 15 1868 survey of political intrigue in Adams County recounts Dean Brooks and Hancock alleged as instigators behind Singleton's bid for Congress. The plan allegedly hinged on a mass meeting and manipulated votes, with counterfeit tickets and prior signals promising influence over offices if Singleton won.
Six inmates broke through iron sheeting and escaped to a garret then down a window lath by blankets. Sheriff recaptured two in Hannibal, seeks rest to trap the rest. Also notes Mrs Colfax née Helen Wade, niece of Secretary Wade, poetically described as fit to preside at the Vice President elect's house after a quiet Andover wedding.
Philadelphia dispatch reports Gen Grant walked Chestnut Street visiting Independence Hall and Square, crowding admirers before returning to the Continental. He joined a banquet at Union League rooms and was cheered at the Academy of Music. A sea captain quip warns against courtship as two mates and no captain. The Cham algo Gazette notes ox driving study through geology and horticulture at the Agricultural University.
A survey of notices lists property transfers and local incidents from several Missouri counties. The Powell House at Chillicothe changed hands amid a stream of arson, fires, deaths, accidents, and civic updates including school bond activity, a pork packing house project, and railroad developments.
Texas editors convene in Galveston to discuss Christmas in the press and related literary circles. News items cover Napoleon's aid to Swiss flood victims, cultural figures, and political chatter across states with brief notes on a senator election and notable deaths.
Rufus B. Anderson was hanged at Austin Nevada on the 80th alt for the murder of Noble Slocum in May. The trap failed twice as the crowd surged but guards held back. Repeated adjustments finally sent Anderson to eternity as the crowd watched in shock. His nerve amid the brutal ordeal was noted.
In Goshen Vermont a single Democrat switched to Grant, boosting Republican morale as snow draped hill roads. Belmont and Bel mont battles loom in Nasby style memory while Know Something party eyes 1872. Litchfield duel bets two lawyers with footrace a then fulfilled spectacle by crowd and boys.
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