Political echoes and legal motions in Washington
A Washington dispatch notes the House Military Affairs Committee backsa bill to restore General Fitz John Porter to Colonel in the regular army with $75,000 arrearages, while a minority favors restoration without admitting past injustice. Maine bribery charges linked to Blaine's agents prompt calls for inquiry. Ann ExitA Youne’s Iowa lecture stirs Mormon history debates. Hayden murder case ends in hung jury. public relief and questions linger over justice and process.
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Washington
Sparks
Committee On Military Affairs
Fitz John Porter
Mevook
John Porter
House Military Committee
Maine Law and the 1877 Maine legislative dispute
The Lancester Intelligencer critiques the Maine Supreme Court and political lines in 1877, noting a split in its rulings over defective returns. Democrats used a favorable ruling to claim a governor and council, while Republicans faced a contrary decision that preserved a representative’s seat despite officer errors. The piece questions partisan consistency in applying election integrity duties.
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Council of
Maine
Supreme Court
Lancester Intelligencer
Maine Gridlock Clarifies State Legislature and Governor
The Maine political crisis ends with Republicans securing victory and Davis elected governor. General Chamberlain hands over command as the Legislature occupies the State House, forcing Fusionists to convene outdoors. Conflicting loyalties and court decisions prompt renewed calls for a statewide election and possible compromise to divide offices if two legislatures persist.
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Maine
Supreme Court
Davis
Chamberlain
State House
Electoral Commission
Partizan
Congress
Augusta
Union Jf
Elis
Senate
Origes
Coult
Newspapers Weigh In On Presidential Preference
The state press roundup shows about 300 papers replying to a Philadelphia circular. Roughly one sixth express a preference between candidates, with independents most inclined to pick a side while party papers split across Democratic and Republican lines.
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Philadelphia
LHD Lal
Fiedil Te Leiner
Yay Poly
Ngs
Fe Eeeenene Senna
Wun Sneooniaa
Bod Biane
Grant
Pittsburgh Riot Bill Bribery Case Reopens
Dauphin County District Attorney seeks new indictments against ex State Treasurer W I L Kemball ex Representative Salter J R B Crawford and several others for corrupt solicitation of Legislature and perjury over an 84 million dollar railroad damages bill offered bribes from 300 to 2000 dollars. Hon J B White serves on the prosecuting committee.
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Dauphin
W. IL. Kemball
Salter
J. RB. Crawford
A.W. Leisensing
First National Bank of
Mauch Chunk
Christian Long
Cumberland Valley Railroad Company
Hol. McCune
Cumberland County
Dr. Shoemaker
Philadelphia
J. B. White
Scheme to Elect Grant in New York State
A bill in the New York Legislature would elect presidential electors by Congressional districts. Republicans expect to win 19 or 20 of 33 districts, reversing anticipated loss under the current system. Passage seems likely with a Republican legislature. Senator Conkling advocates the plan. Dennis Kearney, in New York, denounced as a bad example, with harsh language noted.
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New York
Conkling
Dennis Kearney
California
Dennis
The Bloody Shirt Party in Maine Election Turmoil
A historical piece accuses the so called bloody shirt party of cheating in Maine. It claims false returns and illegal efforts to seize the state legislature by force and intimidation. It describes attempts to rally the Democratic majority against the new government and even to urge federal troops. An Indiana man’s bizarre pillow joke turns violent when he assaults his mother in law, later claiming frolic.
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Maine
James R. Clarke
United States
Blaite
Hamlin
Hayes
Blaine
Cameron
Yankee
Congress
Mate
Indiana
Mr. Kavanagh
Kavanagt
Kavanagh
Dr. King
Thef Ce
Marehaly
Stites
Sto 7
Ateieelle
Ami Fem
Pels
Ula
van A. Wallace
Weekly Post
Vas
Washington
Tarniebury
Otter Pouita
Not Guilty in Crosby Trial Ends Dramatic Vengeance
The Crosby trial ends with a not guilty verdict after a four hour forty minute jury deliberation. Crowds erupt in the courthouse area as Crosby is discharged and embraced by family. Judge Woodward delivers a thorough impartial charge detailing murder and homicide degrees and the case’s key testimony.
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Hayden
Miss Stannard
Peck
Nan
Titusville Hernla
Mayvillee
Court House
Ga. P. m
Crosby
Potter
Willie
Sophronia Wheeler
Hope
Harmony
W. L. Sessions
Bootey
Meeker Monster: Ute Massacre Causes Revealed in Epidemic of Tension
In a Washington hearing, Gen. Adams testified on the Meeker massacre at the White River Utes. He blamed Agent Meeker for mistreatment that spurred removals, refusals to discuss, and threats of handcuffs and troops. The Utes killed settlers and soldiers after resisting forcible camp moves. The Indian Affairs Committee met in secret. press access was barred. Carl Schurz is said to have known the broader context but attributed blame to the Indians alone.
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Washington
Meeker
White River
House Committee On Indian Affairs
Adams
Gen
Chief Johnson
Johnson
Thornburgh
Lidians Affairs Committee
Carl Schurz
Fusionists Hold Lines as Maine Political Crisis Deepens
Augusta reports a compact Fusionist bloc still denied access to the State House. Gov. Smith reportedly has funds to run a legislature, while Republicans predict fragility. Militia guard, state departments moved, and talks of appeals to Congress continue amid quiet but tense conditions.
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Augusta
State House
Gov. Smith
Union Hall
Congress
General Beal
Adjutant General
Chamberlain
Nye
Theodosia Burr Alston Sailed Aboard Patriot Mystery
A December 13 1812 voyage from Charleston to New York aboard the Patriot carried Theodosia Burr Alston daughter of Aaron Burr. The ship vanished and rumors say pirates seized the vessel forcing captain crew and passengers to walk the plank including Theodosia who allegedly died with a Bible in her hand. A dying sailor claimed to have been among the pirates and recounted the grim scene.
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Theodosia Burr Allston
Aaron Burr
Charleston
S. A
New York
Alii
Battle Creek
Michigan
Chicago
Alston
Cassopolis
Theodosia Burr
Starvation in Ireland prompts cabinet focus
London reports indicate Irish distress in Cork and other districts is reaching critical levels. A Cork cor respondent notes sixty able bodied men and families admitted to Killarney workhouse, and a woman arrived Tuesday with three children one of whom died from hunger. Mayors of Sheffield and Brighton join private relief efforts. government action expected today.
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London
Cabinet Council
Cork
Killarney
Cahirciveen
Sheffield
Brighton
Louisville Bank Deficit Shocks City Cashier Flees
In Louisville on January 15 the Savings Bank deficit reached 67000 dollars. Cashier Andrew Rhoder, a long time stockholder aged about 70, wrote deficit in the books and fled as directors prepared to confront him. Depositors are promised no loss as the bank aims to cover the deficit. Rhoder was intercepted while heading to surrender at the jail.
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Louisville
Savings Bank of Louisville
Andrew Rhoder
Rhoher
Swayne's Tar and Sarasparritla Pills Adverts
Public health notice extols Dr. Swayne's Tar and Sarasparritla Pills for bilious disorders. Claims liver and blood benefits. price five boxes for a dollar. mail orders from D Swayne & Son. Also mentions Dan Rice circus branding and political talk on Philadelphia hosting a Democratic National Convention with venues like the Academy of Music and Exhibition Building. anecdotal testimonial from a Rochester reader praising Hop Bitters.
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Pries
D Swayne & Son
Ithata Seid
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Anderson Co
Philadelphia Weekly Times
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Myron Waters
Robert Dennison, Casnier
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