18 Sep 1869
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1869
Page
1
Fragmented poem reflects universal sorrow with lines about wine of sorrow and suffering. It contrasts dark distress with hope for tomorrow and healing through blessed light and balm of Gilead, bearing the Baston Advertiser imprint.
A dense jumble of quips and anecdotes on marriage, manners, and morals. The piece riffs on language puzzles, moral judgments, and social stunts with sly humor, naming a long parade of figures, places, and jokes from ordinary life and public discourse.
The departure of Senator William Pitt Fessenden is lamented as a national deprivation. Born October 16 1806 in Boscowan New Hampshire he rose to high legal and political standing. His calm integrity and broad learning earned him top rank in New England and influence in the U S Senate. His loss leaves a difficult vacancy for Maine and the nation.
The piece notes the county and constitutional convention nominations reflect city political control and a triumphant ticket. It highlights Judge Barker and Mr Lowe, with Skinner and Browning on the ticket, and hints at cross county opinions of their rivalries and alliances. The Central Railroad tax stance is nonpartisan in this region.
A group of notable Washington citizens launched plans for an International Fair to be held in 1871. Prominent backers include ex-Secretary McCullough Corcoran Riggs General Howard and other influential figures, lending credibility to the enterprise.
The Louisville Express argues for a new party of conservative men from all groups but would keep the label Democratic. It accuses the party of civil war sins purged by fire yet notes distrust and repudiation of the name, urging a different banner for national progress.
The Express warns that opponents will claim leadership under a new label as the party faces a rival proposition. It argues for not only a change of heart but a new baptism to redefine Democratic principles against fossilized dissent.
A lengthy critique by Ben Butler challenges Mrs Stowe's claims about Lady Byron and Byron's marriage as presented in the Atlantic. He argues the account relies on hearsay, inconsistent evidence, and self serving motive, suggesting the narrative may be a delusion or error. A Missouri Major with claimed Byron lineage adds a further contested twist to the historical dispute.
The Keokuk Commercial Convention failed to meet public expectations and weakened navigation interests. Critics say its push on a capital question and anti-bridge stance created unnecessary conflict with railroad and Mississippis trade aims. Judge Miller of the U S Supreme Court opposed the convention’s broader positions.
Pendleton is accused of demagoguery and dishonesty as he claims the Treasury hoards gold. The piece notes broad agreement that Boutwell’s policies include regular gold sales and deny bonds are bought above par. It outlines the Treasury’s actions, arguing the charges are unfounded.
The piece criticizes Pendleton and Vallandigham over debt reduction under Grant, arguing the Treasury balances show lower levels and accusing foes of misrepresentation. It defends Rawlins as honest and notes a Chicago Times dig at Douglas Democrats, with a broader jab at politics and Union loyalty.
The Chicago Women Rights Convention propels discussion on maternity rights as fundamental, with Mrs Willard chairing debate on men’s role. Other topics spark amusement, including lectures on women and orbit of man. A note on Dr Livingstone’s fate circulates in England as Captain Burton says he is a prisoner. A Chicago Post item miscalculates tract value at $750,000 for 125 acres. actual total would be $75,000.
The National Union Republican Convention in Mississippi unanimously endorsed Judge Dent as governor candidate. The largely attended gathering heard Dent’s speech, and if it echoed his recent letter, his odds of election may fall about ten percent.
In a sharp exchange Brick Pomeroy, head of the National Democratic Convention, declares Belmont not a Democrat and asserts he never was. Belmont is urged to read Pomeroy’s stance, with the party potentially stronger if he exits.
No appointment has yet been made to the Chinese mission. Among those connected are George Wilkes John P Bigelow Gen Logan and several others. The Chicago Tribune proposes Gov Oglesby of Illinois. We endorse that suggestion and hope the appointing powers consider it seriously.
The passage notes widespread reference to the President as Mr. Grant across journals. It mocks Democratic reactions to the satire, questioning whether the tone stems from contempt for proper naming or chronic slippage in speech.
The text notes that three recently observed Democratic platforms begin with a prepared alarm phrase. It characterizes the authors as confessing their present feelings, likely spurred by the proximity of death, implying a shift in political rhetoric among Democrats.
The Nashville paper questions Johnson’s value to Tennessee, arguing the state would be insolvent if his other assets are as limited as this claim and asserting the need for strong support beyond his influence.
Special correspondence from Quincy Whig recounts a long journey from Quincy to St Joseph Omaha Promontory and San Francisco during August 1864. It covers city growth in St Joseph Omaha impressions of travel through Grand Island Nahsatch and the Sierra Nevada and concludes with San Francisco. It notes rail safety and scenery including a dramatic canyon bridge and Promontory Summit.
The article surveys immense geologic periods before human history, noting rock strata, fossil remains, mountain upheavals, coastlines, coral reefs, coal forests, and ocean life as records of Earth’s long formation. It emphasizes that future explanations must bridge beyond our current, limited chronology.
The Comet Winnecke, visible with a telescope in Taurus around 3 am, has a five year six and a half month period. Discovered by M Pons in 1819 and rediscovered by Dr. Winnecke in 1858 the comet’s perihelion was near June 2 this year at 279 51 longitude, about 20 million miles from Earth, though hidden by the sun. It follows Earth’s orbit toward aphelion with a 10 degree 19 minute inclination and poses no collision danger.
A Price Current note cites the Suez Canal engineer proposing a water link to Central Africa by letting Red Sea waters flow through a vast inland sea in the Sahara. The plan, based on Sahara as an ancient ocean bed, could alter climate and widen the temperate zone, with isothermal lines skirting New Orleans and Florida as isotherms shift.
Two young men Edward Storey and James Shueman stole two horses from uyman Chapin in Morgan county. They were arrested and held for the next circuit court with bonds set at 1000 each. Judge Hodges ordered a special grand jury to indict them and dispose of the cases at once. The suspects, about 18 and 21, claim Winchester and Hancock as their homes.
Paris dispatch reports Marshal Niel buried at Muret after a Paris funeral with grand pomp. Troops 40,000 strong lined the route from Rue St Dominique to the Invalides while salutes honored the French general famed for campaigns at Solferino and Sebastopol.
Washington Special reports Supervisor Bloomfield investigated Gaugers in Illinois First District. Gaugers hid wine in cans under buggy seats, swapped barrels for “proof,” and overcharged rectifiers, with augmenting accusations against officials. Boston and Providence storm damage follow. Illinois items note park dedication, deaths, and local crimes.
A Natal Mercury excerpt from February 2 186 discusses the ruins of Axum near Andowa in a vast valley. Stone steps lead to hill summits with grottoes and halls carved from rock, believed to be tombs of the Queen of Saba. Obelisks lie toppled, some carved with ornament. ancient civilization and Assyrian, Egyptian-like legends emerge amid cautious Basuto lore and relics.
The Democracy and Republicans across multiple Illinois counties announce candidate slates for county offices and the Constitutional Convention. McDonough hosts a September 18 nominating meeting while Fulton and Hancock counties report their picks for judge, clerk, treasurer, and superintendent positions. Delegates to the Constitutional Convention are named for several counties including Daviess, Kankakee, Will, Livingston, Ogle, Coles, Edgar, Vermillion, Marion, and more.
A scattered update notes Heine's widow remarrying a French dragoon, Frank Blair entering the insurance field and emigrating to Denver, Pierre Blaute a Canadian living to 120 after a fatal fall, Brigham Young bishops excommunicating saints for profanity, Chancellor Convinct of Washington University elected president of the AAAS in Salem, Rev C C Salter taking Knox College chair, Mrs Catherine Woods a Paine descendant with a Paine letter, J B Hawley’s rail trip including Brigham Young and the Yosemite region, Madame Ristori’s Brazil success and Emperor and Empress attending performances with a standing audience.
Sedalia reports 93 police court cases in August while Emory monk faces embezzlement charge. A 227 pound catfish in Kansas City, railroad work in Audrain county, and a St. Joseph diphtheria outbreak noted. Also arrests, road contracts, and a fatal impulse death in St. Louis. Multiple local incidents, rail lines, and hospital actions mark a busy Missouri month.
The Jews at Cincinnati own 10 million dollars in property. Manchester New Hampshire builds six locomotives per month. The Railway to Mount Washington is a success. Southern Indiana faces horse thieves with organized vigilance committees. Minnesota greets nearly 100000 settlers and tops 475000 population. Brown University plans growth with a Museum of Natural History Gymnasium library expansion and Observatory. Reader, did you ever enjoy courting Gallantry urged.
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