Hayes Opposed, Capitals Migrate, and Anonymous Threats Rise
The Warren Ledger notes Senator Blaine opposing Hayes’ election timing and a looming debate over Hayes’ fate. It questions a presidential win with a defeated rival's popular vote and reports the planned move of the state capital away from Charleston. Governor Filden remains in New York. editorials mock the New York Tribune and praise the Sun. It criticizes Republican exchanges on Hayes and condemns anonymous threats as cowardly, while accusing party leaders of improper use of public funds.
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Louisiana Crisis and Bennett May Wedding Scandal
Reports from Louisiana place Governor Nicholls in firm control with a 5000 strong posse supporting the Supreme Court and New Orleans police under Democratic authority while Packard shows weakness. The paper also relates the unfolding drama of James Gordon Bennett’s engagement to Miss May, detailing Bennett’s drunken visit to Dr May and the ensuing family feud over the marriage.
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Nicholls
Supreme Court of
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Packard
State House
James Gordon Bennett
N. WY. Diiald
Miss May
Trousseauu
Europe
Mr. Bennett
Dr. May
West Nineteenth Street
May Brothers
Florida
Bennett
Senator Conkling’s Speeches Praised for Moral Force
The report lauds Senator Conkling for presenting New York merchants’ petition with concise, powerful rhetoric. It compares his speech to historic oratory, says it elevates justice and patriotism, and notes public conscience must endorse the honest result. It cites governor inaugurations in Louisiana as testament to public opinion.
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Eibber House
Meyer Named Speaker in a Turbulent Pennsylvania Assembly
Legislative correspondence from Harrisburg outlines Meyer as Speaker after a contested caucus. It details committee appointments, rivalries, and the political maneuvering around removal schemes and local bills. It notes the Senate choice of Yerkes and Newmeyer and previews upcoming legislation and adjournment timing.
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Tutu
Meyer
King
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Ilohn
Centennial
Hahn
Huhn
Tiuhn
Cameron
Washington
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Shurlock
John Small
Reading
Wm. Bradley
Allen
Dauphin
Billy Cooper
Billy
Senate
Harmon Yerkes
Bucks County
Jos. C. Newmeyer
Allegheny
Elisha W. Davis
Davis
Tommy Cochran
Lucius Rogers
Journal
E. W. Smiley
Minnequa
House of Representatives
Ohio Democracy: Massive Assembly Defies Snow Storm
The Pittsburgh Post reports a vast Ohio Democratic gathering in Commans, O., with five thousand delegates arriving despite a severe snow storm. Resolutions urged adherence to law, opposed trampling returns, and supported a potential new election over civil conflict. Indiana may also rally in Indianapolis showing strong Voorhies reception and debate over Gov Williams inauguration and a possible new election.
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Commans, O
Ohio Democracy
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Ilinois
Indiana
United States
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Meutieks
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Gaint
Mexico
Congress
National Democratic Committee
Washington
Gloriou Fale
Judge Galbraith Sworn In As President Judge
Large New Year ceremony at the courthouse as Judge Galbraith takes the bench. Judge Vincent administers the oath and retires, offering emotional remarks about past years and pardon for any unintended offenses. Galbraith delivers a modest salutatory address and assumes the role for a ten year term amid applause.
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Petition Readers Urge Lawful Action On Senate Crisis
New York merchants and backers present a weighty petition to the Senate urging order, obedience to the Constitution, and a lawful count of the electoral vote. Conkling reads the petition and moves its reference to a select committee to devise proper counting measures. The effort stresses national unity over party lines and calls for peaceful, legal resolution.
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Select Committee
Wounding Near Slaughter Station Reported in Maryland
In Maryland near Slaughter Station May is said to be seriously wounded. Bennett plans to sail for Europe on Saturday. May waits in a hidden place for his wound to heal, with his stopping plate reported to be in Washington.
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Bennett
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Washington
Amusing County Court Case Ends in Acquittal
In Rochester, Judge Hulett heard a humorous County Court case where Mary Schaup alleged Adam Most touched her and kissed her after entering neighbor Mrs Stehle’s home. The jury ruled for the defendant. The document also notes Senate remarks on the Pinkston case and lists closing stock prices and railroad shares from December 23 1870.
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Court of Common Pleas
Warren County
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Sylvester Wilcox
Mary Wilcox
Warren
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