Political intrigues and scandals ripple through Washington
The article details central figures in the Grant era debating nominees with Western delegates likely backing Wallace or Tilden. It reports on alleged plots around a burglary scheme tied to Babcock and Harrington, calls for cabinet integrity scrutiny, and notes reform proposals and currency changes sparking public anger.
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Thorman
Hendricks
Connecticut
New York
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Tilden
AL Prnsberton
Col
Whitley
Washington
White House
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United States Army
Liehard Tlarrington
Columbus Alexander
Shepherd
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Alexander
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United States
Landalet Williams
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Chicago
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Windsor State
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Harrington
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Benton
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Babcune
Rae
Postal Changes Adopts Third Class Mail Terms and Rates
The Senate passed a postal bill defining third class matter to include pamphlets publications advertising materials catalogs annuals handbills unsealed circulars prospectuses books maps prints samples and more, with weight limits four pounds and postage rates one cent per ounce, prepaid by stamps. It authorizes postmarks and requires sender identification on packages and outlines penalties for underpaid postage and misaddressed mail. The act takes effect on the first day of May.
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From Reb to Red Pony in Grant's Capital
A Vicksburg Herald correspondent recounts how General Grant allegedly took a young boy Watson's pony near Port Gibson and used it for his children to ride to school in Washington. Grant reportedly ignored the complaint, joking that the animal matched his son Fred's wishes.
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Bristow Race To Tie New York Grant Allegations
Bristow and allies clash over the Babock investigation and White House espionage claims. Debates focus on confidential correspondence between Bristow, Wilson, and Dyer, with calls to reveal test transcripts and determine if spies were used to entrap the President. The controversy centers on legality and accountability of government prosecutors.
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Burglary Case Fraught With Noted Local Figures
A long, garbled report details a burglary case tied to Marsitest and Carthage, naming Joseph Cotter and Jose Steeley among defendants. It mentions a trial in a Circuit Court, a shooting by a concealed party, and a pursuit ending with Walker and Chitty involved in the aftermath. The piece references local counties and a remnant of defense or testimonies, with various scattered names and locations.
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Carthage
Joseph Cotter
Jose Steeley
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Missouri Editors Plan Annual Editorial Convention
A Missouri editors gathering is planned at Macon with speakers and programs from several cities. Notable figures include W. H. Switz Carrollton J. J. Tur Sedalia and A. G. Blakey. Officers include Milo Biaie and J. M. Macon as secretary and treasurer. The event aims to be the association’s most successful meeting yet.
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Wil P. Vises
Louis Souraud
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Lill Review
Fulton Telegraph
A. Kieroff
Carrollton Democrat
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