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Springfield Springfield Leader

Location

Springfield, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1871

Page

2

Weekly Leader news from West Plains on railroad tax law

The article reports a West Plains notice by Col W H McCown arguing that the railroad land taxation, abandonment, and entry rules must align with constitutional limits. It criticizes delayed land office actions, cites county assessors’ failures, and urges repeal or modification of the current act affecting lands owned by Atlantic and Parithc rilt of abendomed homestead entries. It also covers Liberal and Radical party politics, calls for a January Liberal convention in Jefferson City, and endorses Liberal leaders M S Aleup, J P Raney, and D Abbe.

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Post Office Money Orders and Political Rumor Blaze

A Bulie var Missouri dispute over paying money orders was deemed illegal by the Post Office Department. The Lebanon Chronicle notes public funds in custodian hands are vulnerable to trustee or garnishment, but payees must be paid if presented. The column also covers presidential message delays, Radical politics in Wright County, a murder trial quarrel in Mississippi, and other regional notices.

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Alaska Territory appointments and political clashes cited

The item warns of elite sons securing posts in Alaska at high salaries while accusing political oppression and blackmail. It notes expected appointments from Senator Cole and Senator from Indiana, plus a 293 member House bill expanding representation, raising state seats from nine to thirteen and impacting the Senate.

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State Legislature Pivots to Revenue Law After Holiday Break

From the state capital the legislature resumes work with the revenue bill as the main focus. Liberals in both chambers show independence, with Liberal leaders and key figures pressing for thorough revision and reform alongside Democratic cooperation. The aim is to pass a robust tax law and related measures before adjournment, shaping statewide policy.

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Legislative debate on reforms and union in Missouri politics

Missouri senators and Liberal Republicans debate retrenchment and reform. discussions cover civil service, corruption, and party unity against Democrats. Correspondence from John S. Phelps supports principled reform and a united Republican front.

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