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Newspaper
Springfield Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1877
Page
3
County reports praise the wheat condition while residents relocate and advertise goods. Notices cover raspberry sets and stoves, dry goods, and medicines. Council discusses taxes, pavement, licensing, and street repairs amid civic items and local gossip.
A fragmented editorial urges local government to foster public improvements and employ workers. It argues that city prosperity rests on private initiative of business people, mechanics, and laborers, warning that neglect could hurt streets and safety and stressing the need for elected leaders to support timely projects.
A long column laments stale city politics ahead of elections and argues for reform, praising Mayor Hall and critiquing candidates. It critiques municipal salaries and suggests reforms to the office, while also noting railroad work and local business activity. A sectarian sermon warns Christians against worldly fashion, urging charitable dress and modest living. Local notices mention found money and store promotions as well.
Sam Orr stands trial for the December 1874 killing of Ev. W. Davis in Christian county. The lengthy prosecution, with witnesses from Lawrence, Barry and Cassville, culminates in a 45 minute jury deliberation and a murder in the first degree verdict. Cox and James Orr face separate trials as related indictments proceed. A reenactment of the case’s long venue changes and legal maneuvers highlights a chain of testimonies spanning years. Gibony, the suspected robber, is arrested in Seneca after fleeing to Arkansas, with possible links to other Arkansas murders. He may be sent to Arkansas for trial.
The week’s Ute market report notes no notable changes with some price activity in certain farm products. Wheat crops appear mostly sold and future gains uncertain while buyers anticipate weak demand and potential further declines.
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