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Newspaper
Springfield Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1877
Page
2
The Springfield weekly leader criticizes the St Louis Journal and lauds Lamar Independent for praising Gov Wade Hampton of South Carolina as a 1880 presidential candidate. It also remarks on local political figures in Missouri including bank examiner appointments, editorials, and election outcomes.
A new tax law passed in both chambers changes how delinquent taxes are collected. Instead of publishing delinquent lists, suits are filed and, if judgment is secured, property is sold by the sheriff. The aim is to reduce publication costs. Attorneys take 1 percent, collectors, clerks, and sheriffs take standard fees. Greene county shows about 109000 dollars delinquent. The law applies to railroads taxes as well.
Discussion warns that President Hayes has not yet defined a clear policy, causing financial distrust and reduced lending for Southern development. A Mississippi planter failed to secure $20,000 for ginning machines, despite offering 14,090 acres, showing lenders fear risking on security. The piece urges a firm pro Southern policy to revive property values, spur public works, and attract capital for industrial growth.
A lengthy report recounts Dallas County triumphing in a bond dispute over the Fort Scott and Laclede railroad. It describes prior schemes under Republican rule, forged or unauthorized notes, and contrasts state court rulings with Dallas County winning at the highest tribunal. It mentions political figures, immigration sentiment, and local railroad interests.
Ash Grove shows rising activity with new dry goods store openings and several new dwellings. Capt J O Norris adds a store and first class family groceries stock. the area sees oil service work, road labor, and a growing church community led by Rev Meek. Piney county notes praise local enterprise and cemetery improvements.
A critical essay on church morality urges a higher standard of conduct, warns against worldly trendiness, and calls for separation of the faithful from secular influences. It argues the test of religion is its fruits in life and the need for humble service, with appeals to unity among churches and adherence to scripture.
The Delta Kappa Alpha Society held its first open meeting with a large turnout. President led prayers, roll call completed, and Prof Manning presided. speeches covered education, writing, and peace, with a lively debated question on voting qualifications and strong remarks by McLain Jones and Mr Phillips.
The Kansas City Times reports the Kansas City Memphis and Mobile Railroad was sold to D Bancroft and associates for 15 025 amid bids by McBeth Barber and Corrigan. Buyers plan to form a new company to finish the line to Osceola and Clinton, linking with eastern capital and boosting Kansas City trade.
An extensive editorial discusses a proposed Gulf States rail corridor to Memphis linking Chicago and St Louis routes, arguing it would transform eastern commerce, cut shipping costs, and undercut rival markets. It envisions vast regional impact, including farmer and grazer benefits, and urges business leaders to back a feasible plan.
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