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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1874
Page
2
The Episcopal convention in Chicago elected Rev Dr Seymour to succeed Bishop Whitehouse on the second clergy vote and the laity confirmed him. The session was calm with focus on each candidate’s merits and the final ballot was met with applause.
Tun New York Tiduns expresses th opinion that there are two edences which have plainly received, viz moral science and political economy, and it further inclines to think that the fame which history will give him as the advocate of settling with the public creditor by peremptorily refusing to pay him his interest will not be undeterred. The morality of such a settlement is not improved by granting to the public creditor the privilege of forcing on private creditors the Government's non interest bearing promise to pay, which I left in his hands as a substitute for a bond on which interest was promised in gold and payment in dollars, which under the Constitution means specific quantities of gold and silver, and nothing else.
A Democratic paper attacks the party’s leaders as corrupt and ineffectual over fifteen years, calling for reform. It targets wire-pollers and managers, blaming a drift from true faith and exposing the Trinofa Democrats tied to Hes ing and Palmer.
The Pittsburgh Commercial reports a claim of a rascally safeguard on second mortgage bonds of the Columbus, Chicago and Indiana Central Railway Company. The guarantees printed in red ink on back of bonds are unauthorized by the Columbus, Chicago and Indiana Central Railway and Pennsy railroad companies. Col. Scott, president of the latter, states the matter was unknown to them. The bonds are not covered by the lease terms, and principal or interest depend on net earnings or rental surplus.
Republished National Republican commentary on reconstruction questions and President Grant. The piece contrasts Republican and Democratic views, praises Grant for restraint and common sense, and notes his past stance against inflation and for national honesty and solvency. It frames the President as depthful in approaching postwar South policy.
The Louisville Journal warns that Southern civilization faces open lawlessness in Louisiana, while noting the Kellogg Government there is controversial. northern papers are urged to exercise more discretion in describing the secession era unrest and its effects on personal security and prosperity.
Chicago observers note the Good Samaritan movement fractures as leading ladies fail to unite. Discord rises from initial zeal and display, producing two independent societies that will pursue different aims. Experts warn parliamentary tradition falters when women disrupt proceedings, foreshadowing further ruptures.
The text lauds Horatio Seymour and the New York Democratic platform for integrity and fiscal honesty, praising the demand for payment of public debt in coin. It cites Seymour’s earlier stance on greenbacks, cites Springer and Morrison, and notes Democratic emphasis on repudiating subterfuge to honor public faith.
An 1874 Unitarian Conference in Saratoga New York featured a paper on Punishment of Criminals arguing crime can be reduced by removing its causes. Education improvement temperance wages and capital reforms sanitation better prisons and prisoner classification are urged with emphasis on reforming women and youth through specialized facilities. The article also notes trade statistics and a Tribune stance on federal intervention in Louisiana and South affairs.
A Pittsburg Commercial critique claims New York Democrats have placed themselves under Tammany Hall's control. It denounces the party as corrupt, citing Tweed and current leaders John Kelley John Morrisey and Fernando Wood, and says Tilden is its pet governor nominee under its commands.
The piece attacks the Hesing faction as purchasable and warns friends to beware. It cites the New Orleans riots and the Louisville Courier-Journal editorial The Crisis, arguing the South must seek peace and unity within itself rather than accept northern manipulation or a third term and military rule. It condemns northern demagogues and warns against continued agitation.
The New York Times reports Rev. Dr. George F. Seymour has been selected as successor to the late Bishop Whitehouse of the Illinois Diocese. Seymour, aligned with High Church principles, is described as a capable Cornetian scholar and gentleman, unlikely to engage in fierce theological disputes. The Herald’s predictions for political outcomes are noted with skepticism.
Kingsland paper mill loss of 18 000 dollars, 18 year old Edward Hartoian killed by a falling tree near Alton. Lincoln Monument dedication invited Col Jon Hay. Holmin of Central Insurance bail set at 20 000 dollars. Four highwaymen robbed passengers near Hot Springs to Malvern for about 2 000 dollars. US Service member Albert Cunz surrendered to a Washington safe burglary probe. Army to remove outlaws from Cheyenne and Arrapahoe areas. Wars and raids report Comanche and Kiowa clashes on Wichita River with casualties. Pacific Mail stock and liabilities noted. St Nicholas convention in New York. Poisonings in Farmer City and Elkville. killings tied to local disputes. Prisoner escape attempt ends in melee at Will County jail.
Fall River dispatches report a devastating Granite Mill No.1 fire with 26 confirmed deaths and many missing. The blaze trapped 700 workers, with jumpers and collapsing floors causing numerous injuries. Firefighters assisted as the mill's roof and upper stories burned, while mortuaries and hospitals were rapidly organized for victims. Insurance coverage discussed amid heavy property loss and damaged machinery.
Paxaraa Mo September 19 Republicans of Marion County met at the courthouse in convention to select delegates to State Congressional and Senatorial conventions. The committee nominated chairs and secretaries, and a delegates list was named for Jefferson City Kirksville and other meetings. A resolutions drive to abstain from nominations was defeated and delegates were instructed to vote their best judgment uninstructed. The county executive committee was appointed as the session adjourned amid expected lively party divisions.
The Washington Chronicle notes Potomac and Aquia Creek regions harbor old colonial trade sites. Aquia City, once a thriving tobacco market, now leaves only mossy chimneys and ivy. Aquia Church, built around 1778, remains standing near the riverfront ruins and port sites.
A Washington Capitol column extols William Deauon once Ohio governor and now District commissioner. It notes his calm, plain speech and honest conduct, recalling his past excesses of formal diction. An anecdote about Governor Leonison during the Neil House fire illustrates public show of authority.
Correspondence from Cutcano notes the Episcopal Diocesan Convention's lively discussion over the Bishop election. Dr. Seymour defeats Huntington for Illinois bishop. the young, learned clergyman is praised while debates on ritualism and church reform continue. The Exposition, dress reform, women’s convention, and Good Samaritan questions also color the correspondence.
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