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Newspaper
Springfield Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1877
Page
2
The Weekly Leader from Pringispeld Maine/Mo reports on the electoral count and Oregon returns, condemns recent cabinet and court scandals, and outlines a legislative redistricting bill for Missouri. It argues for accountability and details district boundaries and party majorities.
The article cites constitutional provisions about funds from unclaimed estrays and penalties, demanding such money be invested and safeguarded. It references Auditor Holliday’s 1875 76 reports and county treasurers’ balances, with Scott County $164 and Christian County $9250 noted, while speculating on broader state implications and political sentiment.
The piece argues Governor Hayes and his supporters may face scandal over alleged electoral fraud. It questions the sincerity of party leaders and suggests reform elements were sidelined, while asserting Hayes cannot expect moral endorsement from honest Republicans or from the nation. It notes an indignation mood and adds Marionville will get a fire company.
Forsyth Pioneer argues a railroad from Springfield south would benefit Taney county by accessing cotton and rice regions, pine forests, and mineral deposits. It urges building feeders from Iron Mountain and Southern lines to reach southern trade routes and expand local commerce.
A fragmented dispatch mocks Democratic efforts to influence elections through offers to count Louisiana’s vote for Tilden, citing Maddox and Wells under examination. It notes alleged schemes, counterclaims, and the Carthage Banner praising Logan’s defeats while praising federal soldiers.
A chaotic courtroom moment features bandits tried for a robbery. Amid tensions, observers mock the offenders while the nation faces political turmoil as Congress seeks guidance from rebel leaders Ben Hill and Patterson, whose advice is then followed.
Special correspondence reports Missouri legislature discussing budget reductions for 1877 and 1878, district mapping changes affecting Vernon County in the Seventh District, and debates over pay for officials, railroads, and a proposed curbing of expenses. Mention of a bill to repeal the board of commissions and local political maneuvering to secure Democratic majorities. Also notes on a St Louis bridge issue, a Bribery inquiry, and social events including a reception and a sobering obituary-like vignette from Rose, dated Feb 1876.
Revenue figures for 1875 and 1876 show Greene County contributing $51,174 95 to the state fund, ranking tenth in the state. Major counties such as St. Louis and Jackson reported higher sums, with total collection costs around 5 percent statewide and just over 6 percent for Greene. Officials Dew Turner, A Derounly, J Von Bibber, and L A Newton itemized collection fees totaling $3 199 78.
Reports from Peirce City discuss a proposed paper mill while Granby notes a cave disturbance. Marionville explores incorporation with a new brick building improving town. Cedar county forms a medical association in Stockton. Mt. Vernon launches a mining prospecting company toward Joplin. The Lebanon Rustic debuts with sixteen columns, though short of the promised bulldozer.
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