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Newspaper
Springfield Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1877
Page
2
The Weekly Leader reports on the legislative session ending sine die, Republican civil service changes in Washington, and partisan tensions in Louisiana and Mississippi. It notes Hayes possibly tendering a mission to Vienna, Gov Nicolls proclaiming thanksgiving, and editorials attacking postmasters and receivers. It also references editorials criticizing incumbents amid broader national conflict and calls for peace.
State officials refused an invitation from Mr. Cowdin to a banquet for W. M. Evarts, then Secretary of State, citing caution and a desire to avoid conceding Evarts’ status while questioning the legitimacy of the invitation.
The piece condemns the Republican press and leaders for hypocrisy and betrayal after Hayes's ascendancy. It argues Democrats opposed military interference and would support Hayes if his policies align with the people’s right to govern themselves, while condemning fraud and party betrayal. It frames Hayes as an illusory usurper whose actions may yet win Democratic support if aligned with rightful governance.
William Gannoway Brownlow died at his Knoxville home last Sunday at age 71. Born August 20 1805 in Wythe Virginia he rose from carpenter to preacher editor and politician. A staunch Unionist and supporter of emancipation he served as Tennessee Governor in 1862 and as U S Senator in 1864 leaving a controversial legacy as a harsh advocate for slavery and later reconciliation.
Dispatches from April to May describe Russian moves toward Kars, Turkish resistance near Ploiesti, and Danube actions. Reports cite Grand Duke Nicholas, fleet activity on the Danube, and Turkish garrisons at Bayazid with Russian advances near Galata.
From Cave Spring Cave Serve May 1 Dear Len orn Four o clock last Sunday after noon was the time fixed for a Sunday School Concert. A dense audience from Morrisville Walnut Grove Ebenezer and Springhall gathered long before start. The program featured a triangular pyramid theme with Dr Coletrane and remarks on modern teaching methods and the value of visual aids. Several songs and speeches followed highlighting temperance charity patience faith and truth. The event closed with prayers and hymn singing. In a second item dated April 24 1977 the writer notes weather affecting planting crops and criticizes road maintenance urging permanent road repair with gravel and proper road beds citing Roberson town Roberson prairie and Boonville as examples. Road overseers are urged to act as public servants.
County Clerk Van Bibber announces a hook of tax compliance under the new revenue law. He has named Mr J Baldwin to supervise the work, with Mr W A Kirby as assistant. Both are described as capable, reliable, and sound Democrats, expected to manage county clerk affairs faithfully for the people.
A Sunday visit near Gray's Station details the Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City. The article describes thirteen buildings including a marble carpenters shop, boot factory, saw mill, meal mill, and extensive cell blocks housing up to 608 inmates. It notes hospital facilities, warden’s offices, guard room routines, and multiple workshops such as shoe, chair, clothing, and painting shops, plus a Centennial building and state farm and a river transport steamboat connection.
A late spring note from Philadelphia previews the Permanent International Exposition opening May 1 at the Centennial grounds. Officials promise free access to major exhibits while charging admission to the central hall, with national pavilions and foreign displays arranged for visible comparison and national pride.
Postal readers from Walnut Grove share thoughts on spring, growth, and local improvements. The letter mentions a new church building, a nearby school expansion by L. Williams, and anticipated birds and gardens, reflecting community pride and optimistic future. The piece closes with a reflection on love and material wealth.
A regional railroad meeting endorses forming a company under Missouri law to build a narrow gauge line from Lebanon through Dallas Polk Cedar and Vernon to the state line touching all counties. They support early construction from Lebanon to Bolivar and seek private funds and local aid. a May 19 meeting at Buffalo will organize the effort.
Gev Hanmnas Jr as Commander in Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic issues a general order designating May 80th as Memorial Day. He calls for reverent decoration of graves when posts lack a leader and urges proper observance by surviving comrades. A late legislative session bans bank officers from accepting deposits once insolvency is known, making them responsible for losses.
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