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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1869

Page

2

Cuban independence debate shapes European powers and US interests

The Weekly Whig surveys cable dispatches arguing for Cuban independence or severance from Spain, weighing British and French influence, American commercial stakes, and the fate of Cuba and Puerto Rico. It contrasts Republican “Principles and men” with Democratic weakness, notes Cuba’s resources, literacy, and railroad growth, and predicts Spain’s eventual relinquishment despite delays.

Wisconsin platform and church principles provoke debate

The Wisconsin platform extols popular sovereignty and civic rights while critics ask why other planks about abolition, suffrage, and wartime concord are overlooked. Meanwhile the Presbyterian churches reject Rome’s Ecumenical Council invitation, upholding biblical authority private judgment and the priesthood of believers as vital reforms.

General Assemblies Old School New School Presbyterian Church Ecumenical Council Church of Rome Rome Christ

Barrier Between Us Seen Insurmountable Now

A fragment asserts that the barrier between us and you is presently insurmountable, signaling a grim view of private and social prosperity and a widening divide without context or specified actors.

Wisconsin Democrats adapt toward reform in a heated debate

The piece attacks Wisconsin Democrats for disavowing old positions, arguing the party remains split over slavery and suffrage issues. It questions party loyalty, contrasts with New England trends, and claims Republicans view the divergence as proof of no national Democratic party. It also rebuts Democratic slanders against Secretary Boutwell and condemns partisan tactics.

Thomas Seward treaty on St Thomas extended to 1869

The St Thomas island treaty negotiated by Secretary Seward was to be acted on by the U S Senate by February 28 1868. With Senate inaction an extension of ratification time to October 15 1869 was agreed with Denmark. Denmark seeks resolution and resents delays, and the executive now bears responsibility if the matter stalls.

Senate

Suffrage Party Convention Opened in Washington

The Woman's Suffrage party holds a convention in Washington alongside Congress members. An Eastern journal claims the capital question is settled, with a note that Congress will surely depart from Washington.

Woman’s Suffrage Party Washington Congress

Michigan Boasts of Letters from 177 Newspapers

A historical note highlights Michigan hosting one hundred seventy seven newspapers and periodicals, reflecting a vibrant print scene. The statement underscores regional press breadth and suggests diverse local voices across the state.

Michigan

Distillers seek law abiding cooperation with revenue officers

Distillers in several districts propose forming associations to assist revenue officers in detecting illicit whiskey and enforcing lawful production. The President telegraphed Gen. Babcock that he will return to Washington tomorrow. Universalists convene in Buffalo with broad reports on Sunday schools and church education. Good Templars Grand Lodge gathers in Rochester with about 800 delegates. Chinese laborers hired for 5,000 workers by Koopmanschoop in Texas. Maine election returns show Chamberlain 50,000 and Smith 88,217. Senate 20 Republicans to 3 Democrats. House 118 Republicans to 84 Democrats. President Grant arrives in Wheeling. Sickles note draws Paris Times commentary. England and France agree to maintain Turkey Egypt status quo and avoid Cuba interference. Father Hyacinthe denounces Vatican orders, signaling a major religious-political shift. Methodists facing fraud probe totaling hundreds of thousands. Porter firm accused of high commissions on paper purchases. California pioneers excursion arrives in Chicago. banquet planned. Gov Walker appoints W. E. Cameron as secretary. he was a Confederate officer. Athletics beat Keystone 82 to 21 for Avonlea relief fund.

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Adams County Supervisors Proceedings 1869 Abate Bridge Debt

Adams County Board of Supervisors meets at Quincy Court House on Sept 14 1869. Grants and authorizes payments for bridge works taxes delinquent lists and road improvements while debating railroad stock subscriptions and public notices.

State of Intiois Court of Apaxs the. Board of Supervisors County of Adams State of Illinois Court ‘House Quincy C. H. Morton J. M. Banet J. Li. Workman Baptist Hardy J. J. Graham Q. Burgesser Silas Bailey L. A. Weed A. H. Trimble L. BR. Campbell B. Aigabes T. T. Lawless James Lierly W. C.robison C. Hartin Maurice Kelly Thomas Tripp David Sheer L. G. Carr John W. Vickers J. H. '. Black Samuel A. Moore Board of Supervisora Adams County McCraney Creek George W. Wells Joan H. Buacgs Keene Township Board of Supervisors Walter Cecil H. W. Strickler Cubbage Michael Steiner Township Honey Creek Township Perba Township Quincy & Warsaw Railroad Couny Quincey, Alton. & Be Louis Oridge Ilinois Quincy and Warsaw Mendon Carthage Hancock County Quincy, Alton and St. Louis Railroad Company Quincy, Mendowland Carthage Rail Road Company Ayes J. L. Workman L. RK. Campbell B. Sigsbee C. H. Martin Jane Noes T.T. Lawless W. C. Robison Honorable Payson Payson Township David Shinn Eli Seehorn P. F. Edmonds Melrose Mill Creek Barry David Hibner J. O. Bernard Fon Pigeon Creek Oscar Wagg P. C. Benson Parry Richfield McKee Creek Hughesford Clayton and Beverly Road Quincy, Or Uussa | Alton Railroad Company J L Workman Baptist ‘Hardy L A Weed A H Trimble L R Campbell B Sigsbee James Sierly C ‘H Martin John W Vickers J H Black Noel John Rice J J Graham Q Burgesser TT Lawless W.C Robison LG Carr Samuel A Moore boars _HEREAS General Assembly Pam Ster Cope Pittsfield Quincy and Warsaw Railroad Company Quincy, Alton and St -Louis Railroad Company Pike County Bald Richard Williams Frank Wilard Ursa Township W. W. Beam Warsaw Roa Wm. Ralphs Hon. Board of Supervisors Ellington Ewington Fifth Street Joseph H. Stewart A. HA. Treble Citizens of Liberty McKee Malone Branch At. Sterling Brown County

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