Investigation as a Pastime and Partizan Force
The New York Tribune and New York Times condemn Democratic led congressional investigations as partisan, wasting time, and harming public trust. The piece contrasts calls for exposing corruption with perceived party political aims, noting no one punished yet and highlighting Kilbourne and Belknap cases. It also reflects on Lincoln era anniversaries and the advancing rights of Black Americans, urging national renewal.
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The
New York Tribune
Congress
New York Times
Partizan
Clymer & Co
S.ys
Kilbourne
Belknap
Clymer
Marsh
Washington
The Times Announces Front-Page Independence and Modern Press
The Times, a first class independent morning paper in Philadelphia, reports a year of strong circulation in Pennsylvania. It highlights two Hoe presses, 30,000 copies per hour, and aims to deliver the latest news swiftly with Associated Press telegrams and local reports. The paper pledges independence and truth in all political struggles, with mail subscription at six dollars yearly or fifty cents monthly.
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Mai
the Times
Pennsylvania
Associated Press
Philadelphia
Legislature Moves Audit Meetings to April Second Monday
The law changes the annual audit meeting time for township and borough auditors from the first Monday of June to the second Monday of April each year, with the exception of auditing related to school directors.
Tur military bill authorizes funds for militia transport and canvass
A Tur military bill becoming law appropriates 55000 for troop transport to the Centennial and canvass purchases. Of the amount, 35000 is for transportation and 25000 for canvass, later cut by 5000 in the Senate. Adjutant General Latta will begin preparations for a creditable state militia display.
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Tur
House
Senate
Latta
Cincinnati Enquirer Critiques Pennsylvania Press Credibility
The Cincinnati Enquirer lobs criticism at Pennsylvania newspapers, calling them terrible liars last year and this year. The remark targets perceived bias and accuracy in coverage, highlighting enduring tensions between regional outlets.
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Walcs
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
Pennsylvania
Obituary notes and a political marriage in brief
The wife of Benjamin Butler died in Boston two weeks ago. She was actress Hildreth at marriage and was highly esteemed by friends. Gov. Ames of Mississippi, who resigned to avoid impeachment, married the state’s only daughter.
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Benj. F. Butler
Boston
Hildreth
Gov. Ames
Mississippi
Bill Appropriates Funds for Insane Hospital
The bill to appropriate about $100,000 for the Insane Hospital passed a second reading last week. It is argued the sum is not half enough and reflects the House’s flawed approach to funding, leaving work incomplete due to insufficient funds.
Tux Ledger Slams Politician as Old Public Functionary
The writer notes the district’s elector nominee is unusually called out as a man of dignity, contrasting this with the common label of “old public functionary” and hinting at expectations of gentility in the district.
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Tux Ledger
Mercer man seizes crooked whiskey den near Greenville
Collector J. C. Brown of Mercer seized a crooked whiskey establishment near Greenville last week. It was hidden in an old tannery. Proprietor Cosgrove escaped. The liquor and fixtures seized are valued at 8000 dollars. The new county bill, amended to be harmless, was defeated on third reading.
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Philadelphia Press
Col. Forney
Lee
Grant
Lincoln
Andrew Johnson
Richmond
Jefferson Davis
Abraham Lincoln
United States
Washington
Springfield
Friends of Human Freedom
J. C. Brown
Mercer
Greenville
Cosgrove
Harrisburg
Democratic critique of Gov Tilden over canal frauds in Albany
The Albany Times argues the Democratic party distrusts Tilden’s honesty and cites canal frauds as a long-standing issue. It alleges Tilden knew about the canal ring and received money from Tweed for political uses, implying complicity in dishonesty.
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Albany Times
Dem
Democratic Party
Gov. Tilden
Samuel J. Tilden
Jarvis Lord
Tilden
BeLKnaP impeachment trial heads into extended scrutiny
Belknap faces an impending impeachment trial with a team of managing attorneys. Democrats include Scott Lord Utica J A McMahon Dayton J Proctor Knott Lebanon W P Lynde Milwaukee and G A Jenks Brookville. Republicans are Wm A Wheeler Malone and Geo F Hoar Worcester. Belknap is defended by Judge Jeremiah B Black Matt Carpenter and Montgomery Blair.
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Belknap
Scott Lord
Utica
N. Y
J. A. McMahon
Dayton
Ohio
J. Proctor Knott
Lebanon
W. P. Lynde
Milwaukee
Wis
G. A. Jenks
Brookville
Wm. A. Wheeler
Malone
Geo. F. Hoar
Democratic Funeral Coffin Mixup At Convention
The note mentions Cochran of Franklin once with the Spectator serving as a delegate to the Democratic Convention. A printer error printed the name Coffin prompting a wry remark about a coffin fitting a funeral procession.
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Cochran
Franklin
the Spectator
Blaine Defends Against Slender Charges in Rail Row
A Mor ton area Indiana paper accuses James G Blaine of taking crooked money from the Union Pacific Railroad. Blaine denies the charge at once and dismisses the mudslinging.
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Blaine
Indiana
Morton
Union Pacific Railroad
Bristow
Pennsylvania to be divided into nine internal revenue districts
A Washington dispatch reports the seventh district will include Erie Warren McKean Forest Elk Cameron Crawford Venango Mercer and Clarion counties with the collector’s office located in Franklin.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
Internal Revenue
Erie
Warren, McKean, Forest, Elk, Cameron, Crawford
Venango
Mercer
Clarion
Franklin
Short Horn Cattle Sale Brings $87,000 in West Liberty
A sale of 160 short horn cattle at West Liberty Iowa averaged $930 per head, totaling $87,000. The top bid reached $7,050 for a single animal, highlighting the profitability of short horns over long horns.
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West Liberty
Iowa
Warren
Hartrantr directs council to meet in Philadelphia
Governor Hartranrt in his role as commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic calls the National Council to convene in Philadelphia on June 27. He announces a grand parade for July 1 and proclaims an advance along the whole line.
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Hartranrt
Grand Army of the Republic
National Council
Philadelphia
Law Enables Assignees for Creditors and Real Estate Sales
The bill to enable assignees for the benefit of creditors and to permit sales of real estate encumbered by liens has passed the Legislature and become a law. Credit to Senator Mc Mullan for a copy.
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McMullan
Bennett and May Marriage Delayed a Year
Announcement of the marriage of Mr James Gordon Bennett to Miss May was set for mid April but now reported postponed for one year.
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James Gordon Bennett
May
Republican Candidates Named for Congress District
For Congress Col L F Watson of Warren W W Reed of Erie and J H Osmer of Venango are Republican candidates for Congress in this district.
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Congress
Col. L. F. Watson
Warren
W. W. Reed
Erie
J. H. Osmer
Venango
Ohio Republicans name delegates at large to Cincinnati convention
The Ohio Republican Party designates Ben Wade, former Governor Noyes, W. H. Pson, and J. W. Keefer as delegates at large to the Cincinnati Convention.
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Ohio Republicans
Ben. Wade
Noyes
W. H. [Pson
J. W. Keefer
Cincinnati
Jerr Davis Plans Move to Europe Amid Election Pressure
Jerr Davis has left or will depart for Europe as his party resists public comments before the election. The move could expose further disclosures as noted by observers.
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Jerr Davis
Europe
Annual Meeting Announces Board of Managers
The stockholders meeting was held on the 11th with a board for the ensuing year including John Scott and Thomas A. Scott of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia names Geo R Roberts Wm M Lyon D A Stewart S M Fulton B F Jones A J Cassatt Henry M Phillips. For 1875 total earnings were 2399638 48 dollars, expenses 1414996 35, net 784642 15, up 64954 86 from 1874, and the road is in fine condition under new management.
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John Scott
Pittsburgh
Thomas A. Scott
Philadelphia
Geo. R. Roberts
Wm. M. Lyon
Pittsburg
D. A. Stewart
S. M. Fulton
B. F. Jones
A. J. Cassatt
Henry M. Phillips
Starvation in City Parish Sparks Moral Outcry
The London Telegraph recounts Ada File a needle woman starving in a wealthy parish and her sister Emma nearly starving. The piece cites Hood's song of the shirt and laments bread costs as a moral crisis amid political dissatisfaction in Harrisburg where Democrats adjourn May 5 and face public distrust.
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London Telegraph
Ada File
Emma File
Hood
Grand jury indicts for safe burglary conspiracy
The grand jury today indicted Bab cock Harrington Whitlesey Benton Miles Nettleship and Somerville for complicity in a safe burglary conspiracy. Warrants were issued for all except Gen. Babcock who appeared and gave bail of 10000 with ex Gov A R Shepherd as security.
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Babcock
Harrington
Whitlesey
Benton
Miles
Nettleship
Somerville
Gen. Babcock
A. R. Shepherd
Death of A. T. Stewart Merchant Prince of New York
Tur great merchant prince of New York, A. T. Stewart, died last week at age 73. He was worth about $50,000,000 with an income near $1,000,000 annually, yet he left no wealth behind and rests in a small plot of earth like a common clerk.
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Tur
New York
A. T. Stewart
Alice Belknap’s Baby Taken by Nurse After Stranger Speaks
A nurse removed Mrs. Belknap's baby after a passerby spoke to the child. The nurse asked the visitor’s name, claiming Mrs. Belknap instructed her to remember anyone who spoke to Alice now. Authorities note the incident as a curious safeguard.
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Mrs. Belknap
Alice
Cambridge Wins annual Boat Race in London
Cambridge defeated Oxford in the annual boat race held in London last week, finishing four miles and an eighth in 19 minutes and 35 seconds. Since 1829 Cambridge has won 16 of 33 races, Oxford 17, with this time matching notable performances in 1869 and 1873.
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Oxford
Cambridge
London
Whiskey racket sentences handed to Avery McDonald and Maguire
W D Avery received two years in prison and a thousand dollar fine for his part in the whiskey case. John McDonald was fined five hundred dollars and given a three year term. Col Maguire remains unsentenced.
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Tur
W.D. Avery
John McDonald
Col. Maguire
Whitley’s Confession Alters Safe Burglar Case
The Buffalo Express reports Whitley has confessed to involvement in a safe burglary and implicated Gen. Babcock as the instigator. He previously testified in Boston to an alibi, while a corroborating witness list is challenged by his new claim of being in New York. The case hinges on conflicting sworn statements and Whitley’s credibility.
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Whitley
Gen. Babcock
Mike Hayes
New York
Boston
Simmons
Hugely
Babcock
Worthles
Buffalo Express
Don Pedro
Brazil
Fish
Secretary of the Navy
Congressional Printer Clapp Defends Use of Sales Proceeds
Washington April 8 Congresssional Printer Clapp defends using money from public property sales to pay employees. He notes the law limits advance Treasury draws to two thirds of his bond and that work increases, including printing the Congressional Record, widened payroll beyond that limit. He says proceeds were used to prevent government work stoppage.
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Washington
Congressional
Clapp
Treasury
Congressional Record
Time Killing Quips on Eternal Moments
A compact aphorism contrasts the futile act of killing time with the boundless concept of eternity, suggesting reflections on how everyday choices impact lasting meaning. It reads with a witty, philosophical tone characteristic of maxim-like quotables.
Warren county letters from Minnesota report on people and events
Correspondent visits Minnesota with notes on Warren county emigrants led by Oliver Dalrymple and Gen Wright. Mentions Mark Willson, P M Babcock, Hiram J Taylor, R J Button, plus the new Warren newspaper and political hints. Also covers Centennial previews, travel, and bridge work, with brief items on Easter weather and immigration.
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Worthington
Minn
Warren
Warren County
Minnesota
Oliver Dalrymple
Wright
Northern Pacific
R. A
W. F. Dalrymple
Pittsfield
Sugar Grove
Mark Willson
Winona
Merchants’ National Bank
Congress
Minneapolis
P. M. Babcock
Hennepin County
Hiram J. Taylor
St. Paul
Miss
Lake Superior R. R
Merchants’ Bank
R. J. Button
Busti
N. Y
Burton N. Carrier
Columbus
Gen. Allen
Fred. Hooker
Chicago
Will of Alexander T Stewart Bequeaths Large Personal and Employee Gifts
Filed in the Surrogate's office on April 14, the will leaves all property to Cornellia M. Stewart with Henry Hilton as estate manager. Executors named include Mrs Stewart Judge Hilton and William Libby. Legacies include $20,000 to George B. Butler and $10,000 to John M. Hopkins, plus $100,000 in gifts to various longtime employees. Annuity of $12,000 to Sarah and Rebecca Morrow and house and furniture. Close relatives receive $10,000 each. Ellen B Hilton gets $5,000. Witnesses: William P. Smith W. H. White E. T. Mary M. D. The document dates March 27 1873 with a letter urging support for charitable plans and noting further provisions for ten and twenty year employees.
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Cornellia M. Stewart
Henry Hilton
Stewart
Hilton
Judge Hilton
William Libby
William P. Smith
W. H. White
E. T. Mary
George B. Butler
John M. Hopkins
Sarah
Rebecca Morrow
Ellen B. Hilton
H. Hilton
New York
Alexandeer T, Stewart
Katle
A. A. Davis & Co
Kennedy & Meehan
S. Keller
C. Smith & Son
Lane & Nesmith
Groceries
P. Gruber
J. J. Leonhart
C. Steber
R. P. Smith
A. Lunn
C. B. Hill
Hazeltine
Orr & Co
Ensworth & Jamieson
Ek, T. Hazeltine
McNett & Son
Davidson & Harmon
Snyder & Wood
Z. Gemmill
A. H. Borchert & Co
Johnson, White & Co
Brokenstraw
G. Blair
Columbuas
O. White & Co
Corydon
O. C. Messenger
Freehold
Sterling Green
Kinzua
Morris
Pittsfield
Chaffee & Watson
D. Bouton
Sheffield
Horton, Crary & Co
J. Phillips
Sugar Grove
A. M. Belnap
Loungeville
N. Mead
Youngsville
M. A. Curtis
Conewango
P. Leonhart, Jr
Gesselbrecht
D. W. Hatch & Co
E. T. Hazeltine & Co
Warren
Borough of
W. M. Cumming
Mercantile
Keystone Notes Snapshot of Pennsylvania Developments
Luzerne County claims more land than any other in the state. Pennsylvania supplied 387 284 troops in the Civil War. Allegheny City fines loafers five dollars each for idling. Oil pipeline scheme eyed from Butler to New York with thirty pumping stations. Centennial managers decline evening hours to save illumination costs. Karns City to Butler narrow gauge railroad charter at 15 miles costing 825000 plus stock. Benjamin Franklin watch in Lancaster County remains accurate. Erie hosts Turnerfest in August drawing many Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York groups.
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Keystone State
Allegheny City
Butler
New York
Karns City
Millerstown
Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia
Levi W. Groff
Bareville
Lancaster County
Erie
Pennsylvania
Qonio
Subsidy to Northern Pacific Rail Defeated in Helena
Returns from the recent election indicate the subsidy bill for the Northern Pacific Railroad Company is defeated by about a 250 vote majority in Helena Montana.
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Helena
Montana
Northern Pacific Railroad Company
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G’ds
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Coleman
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E. Klein
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A Henry
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J ‘Reig
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O. H. Hunter
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St. Louis
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Glade
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District Court OF the United States
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Buffalo, N.Y
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Pleasant Township
WM. A. Greaves
Atrait
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E. Cowan
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Office OF Internal Revenue
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Penn’a
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Granty
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Lee Phillips
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B. Nesmith
Pene
Pamecreatte
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Falconer
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E. G. Wood
M.B
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James Clark
Albert Kirberger
Lehentaler & Ludlow
Erie City
Nha Hiehadelon
Johson
Exchange
Emra
Clark Johnson
Robert Johnson
G. P. Rowell & Co
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