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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1875
Page
2
The Warren Ledger reports the New York Tribune urging Republicans in Congress to resist President Grant's policy push and caucus control. It warns of a crime against the Constitution and the nation, urging patriots to act for constitutional freedom and country over party.
The Bounty Hill bill for non commissioned officers musicians artificers waggoners and privates including those born on the rolling slaves who served 1861 to 1865 passed the lower house Saturday with a $4 monthly bounty for eight months minus prior payments. Dead soldiers’ bounties go to widows or minor children. Indians included. excludes wartime prisoners of war and certain early discharges. The President’s third term fighting stance spurs national tension and a stern public mood toward him.
The State Legislature proceedings show little of general importance. Local option repeal may pass the Lower House and possibly the Senate and Governor, but neither chamber is active. If anything occurs, it will be noted.
The Buffalo Courier notes the Supreme Court will decide if federal elections allow women to vote under the fourteenth amendment. Mrs. Virginia L. Minor of Missouri seeks registration denial challenged as a federal rights issue, while opponents raise questions about citizenship and suffrage. The argument highlights that citizenship does not guarantee voting rights and mocks Judge Grant’s political stance.
The Philadelphia Commonwealth warns of a planned radical takeover with large pre funded army budgets and civil rights and enforcement bills. It claims Grant seeks to use military necessity and martial law to subvert constitutional rule and asks governors to unite against alleged plots to subjugate liberty.
The piece lauds Hugh M. North of Langaster as a Democratic Governor candidate, describing him as a clean living lawyer and powerful speaker. A contrasting lampoon mocks a bachelor editor and a washerwoman tirade, while the Detroit Free Press notes a young lady who keeps early hours, cooks, and respects her mother.
Extract outlines Grant’s 1875 address on Arkansas politics. It discusses President Grant’s view that Brooks was lawfully Governor for a time, and that 1874 state constitution changes by violence and intimidation could topple existing government. It notes concerns about minority rights and federal protection of offices.
The Tilton Evarts cross examination heats up as Tilton follows legal counsel guidance to avoid public sympathy lapsing. Beecher’s team coordinates daily proofs and witness lists, with many potential witnesses in New York and Brooklyn preparing for further testimony.
The Chicago Times notes Beecher faces cross examination with anxious public belief in his abilities. Supporters claim he can outwit the best lawyers, while Beecher will deny guilt by adultery and the contrition letter, backed by about thirty witnesses prepared to testify.
A Pittsburgh Dispatch correspondent describes a recently drilled gas well near Jaarden's Mill in Butler County. The immense flame, heat, and continuous light draw crowds nightly as teams study its potential uses for various firms including Dr Hostetter and the Columbia Conduit Co. Investors weigh purchase negotiations amid the spectacular display.
The Committee on Vice and Immorality reported in favor of repealing the Local Option law, submitted by the Legislature last week.
Lycurgus Griffles erupts in fear after mistaking a corner object for a specter as he ends a two week spree. He calls for his wife Mirandy, swears off whiskey, and vows divine judgment if he breaks the oath. She stogs a toy snake into the stove to calm him.
A proposal to grant a one year stay of execution from judgment requires the defendant to have incumbered real estate equal to the judgment in the issuing county or transferable to it. The defendant and two sureties owning real estate worth double the judgment must post bond within sixty days to keep the stay. No stay for wages or estate money due to widows and orphans. Flattery note condemns excessive praise as ill manners.
A small open boat carrying five men sailed 23 days across 2000 miles before a Java packet sighted them. Facing hunger and thirst, they resorted to rationing and ultimately cannibalism to survive. Captain Brappen aided the survivors James Archer Agust Muller Victor Sandstrom Manus Short and Alexander Vermeinen who were rescued after the crew endured extreme privation.
A long excerpt by Sarah Knowles Bolton argues that women can and should take an active role in the temperance cause. It urges mothers to educate children on liquor’s harms, contrasts moral codes for girls and boys, and calls for public opinion to end the saloon. The piece ends with a note on local editorials and oil market updates.
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