19 Sep 1872
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1872
Page
1
A gathering is planned tonight at the Republican Headquarters to hear Hon. E. E. Lane of Carthage. The note urges a strong turnout from Quincy Republicans as political skies brighten.
The Democratic candidate Merrinos seeks to challenge the North Carolina governor election if he can obtain evidence of alleged fraud. He may pursue the contest but is unlikely to proceed. Teodore Tilton referenced in a discussion on the woman movement as part of age personalities.
News from Quincy Missouri reports successful negotiation of five million five hundred thousand dollars in bonds for the Quincy Pacific Railroad. Early completion promises growth for Quincy and North Missouri. Also notes gains toward opening the road to Kirksville and remarks on Chicago Tribune opinions, Civil War era conventions, and Greeley’s political journey.
Paris reports Lolive Deschamps and Tineville, condemned for hostages murder, shot at Satory after sentence commutations denied. Livingstone letters dated July 1 1873 describe him in Nuyanyembe awaiting Stanley's second expedition. Eight hundred eighty Communists condemned to transportation embark for New Caledonia from Brest. King Charles of Sweden lies seriously ill at Molina today.
Secretary Delano starts for Ohio today. The Michigan State Fair at Kalamazoo is pronounced a success. Farnham Gilbert & Co. New York stock brokers suspended. Wall Street excitement over Erie bonds and gold continues. The fishing schooner White Eagle of Boston is reported lost with all hands. Matilda Heron denied alimony by a San Francisco court. Auditor Graham of Louisiana pardoned by the Governor. A jury of 950 summoned in the Laura Fair case. Central National Bank of Chicago with 200000 capital authorized to begin business. Howard Ivans & Co. and John M. Smithson & Co. of New York have failed, the latter for 150000. Thomas Swan renominated for Congress by Democrats of Maryland. Lexington races drawing crowds. Cadwallader won mile heats in 1441 and 1464. Cuban authorities order arrest of all customs workers where frauds found. Columbus, Ohio authorities offer 1500 for Robert Daalso’s arrest in Carpenter murder. Lewis E. Johnson named for Congressman-at-Large by bolting Republicans of South Carolina. Minnesota State Fair features vast grain and vegetable display. Prospect Park races: Crown Prince wins 1500 purse. Times and race figures listed.
Attorney General Williams replies to Alex H. Stephens petition for pardon of Ku Klux prisoners in Albany. He denies illegal conviction claims and says pardoning all would carry no greater political weight than pardons for others convicted under similar statutes. The Indian delegation seeks aid. Grand River Sioux Chiefs press poverty and farming, while Two Bears requests guns and ammunition and Running Antelope wants railways rerouted. Sherman receives visitors on return. Weather: forecast for Thursday calls for northwesterly winds and generally clear skies across the Ohio Valley.
At Ciyers Hall on September 18 the National Convention of Pork Packers met with 139 delegates. Mayor Davis chaired while committees were formed and rules for provision trade discussed. Hancock of Chicago elected president as sessions likely conclude tomorrow morning.
Pittsscreh Sept 18 The soldiers convention opened at 11 with prayers by Rev John S Sands of Pittsburgh. Resolutions praise the Union oppose ceding control to corrupt coalitions, extend rights to all citizens, and pledge support for Grant and Wilson plus civil service reform. Gen Logan calls for reconciliation. prisoners of war meet adjourn to plan memorials and a tribute for fallen comrades.
Ottawa reports the State Fair has been a success with about 15,000 visitors and receipts exceeding $6,000. John P. Reynolds elected President by acclamation, plus 19 Vice Presidents from each Congressional District. Other dispatches note widespread exhibit interest and large Norman horse displays.
Horace Greeley travels from Trexton to Nashville with Gov Randolph and is invited to visit Nashville and extend his trip. A large crowd greets Greeley in Lewiston and he speaks from the rear platform. Grant writes to congratulate Gen. Dix on his gubernatorial nomination and anticipated New York election. Springfield hosts a Republican rally with Yates and Cullom speakers and a torchlight procession by Tanners. Maine returns Republican majorities in multiple districts, Perham's lead lagging due to cider law. Senator Morton addresses a large audience in Indianapolis. Democratic state convention set for Masonic Hall.
In Cheyenne on September 18 the eastern train carries forty two Chinese children en route to New Haven for schooling and thirty three barefooted Capuchin monks from Guatemala headed to a Milwaukee convent. They travel through Chicago via Burlington.
New York on September 18 the examination of Forrester began at Toombs. Mrs Ann Keena testified she saw a man she identified as the prisoner enter Nathan's basement on the murder night with something concealed in his sleeve. Cross examination lasted over an hour with Keena reaffirming recognition. The session adjourned to Monday to present clothing alleged worn by the prisoner that night.
The offer highlights SILKS including Black Crossrain SILKS from celebrated manufacturers along with Fancy SILKS and Japanese SILK in stylish colors. Prices are advertised as low as in the Eastern and Western markets.
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