Resignation of Senator Cameron Prompts Pennsylvania Caucus
The Warren Mail reports Senator Cameron of Pennsylvania resigned last Monday. A Republican caucus in Harrisburg named J. D. Cameron for the vacant U S Senate seat, with an election expected Wednesday. The Democracy have A. H. Dill as their nominee. Cameron stressed allegiance to Republican principles and Hayes administration, while Simon Cameron retires at 78 after a long career.
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Cameron
U.S
Hartranft
Harrisburg
J. D. Cameron
A. H. Dill
Union County
Democracy
Pennsylvania
Hayes
J. Donald Cameron
United States
Grant
Commonwealth
Senate of the
Federal
Senate
Republican Organization
Delaware
Simon Cameron
Four Years of Republican Governance Expected in Harmony
The New York Tribune asserts the people accepted the presidential result, stresses the elected president’s legality and honest mandate, and predicts four years of comparatively peaceful administration. It argues long as the South policy remains fair and the President adheres to pledges.
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New York Tribune
Hayes
United States
South
Vanderbilt will case ends without compromise
The Vanderbilt will suit has collapsed surprising both lawyers and the public. Friends say no agreement was reached and that the contestants chose to rely on William H. Vanderbilt’s past promise to treat them generously rather than gamble on a costly litigation with slim odds.
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Vanderbilt
Wm. H. Vanderbilt
Hayes era Democrat described as Republican in practice
The text notes Mr. Key of Hayes' Cabinet as a Democrat who supported negro suffrage, schools, and testimony in 1869. It argues this aligns him with Republican measures, suggesting more such self described Democrats may appear in the South.
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Tay
Key
Hayes
South
Turkey and Russia Prepare for War and Peace
Turkey and Russia move to conciliate public opinion while readying their armed forces for potential conflict, signaling dual tracks of diplomacy and military buildup.
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Turkey
Russia
Indianapolis Professionals Routed New Orleans Club 13–0
The Tus Indianapolis Professionals defeated a New Orleans club by thirteen goals to zero last week in a decisive South trip. The lopsided score highlighted strong offensive play and solid defense from the visitors throughout the match.
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Tus
Indianapolis
South
New Orleans
Southern Hopes Rise for Hayes Administration
A Washington correspondent reports that a Georgia Democrat who served in the Confederacy says public sentiment in the South has shifted after Hayes inauguration. The inaugural address and cabinet choice of Mr. Key convince Southerners he will pursue his policy, prompting renewed southern support and readiness to back Hayes. The South grows weary of Northern Democratic leadership and will aid his administration.
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WashingTon
New York Times
Georgia
Hayes
South
Key
Weak points found in Niagara Suspension Bridge cables
An examination of the Niagara Suspension Bridge cables revealed corrosion in nine wires on the underside of a collar linked to the anchor bar. A three foot sample held 1,350 pounds and stretched to half its size before breaking, while no wires showed elongation and the structure remained springy when weights were removed.
Hayes Praised by Independent Press as He Takes Office
The independent press offers unstinted praise for President Hayes as he begins his term. Democrats from the North and South visit the White House daily to offer respect and congratulations, despite opposition last fall. His Southern policy and Cabinet picks are broadly approved, except by the disaffected.
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Hayes
White House
Temperance reform urged by broad civic action
The Murphy movement shows that temperance succeeds by plain practical appeal to the people beyond party lines. It calls for men from all parties to unite in the cause, with women wielding significant influence in advancing the reform.
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Murphy
Venango
One Vote Teeters in Erie Senatorial Caucus
Mr. Cuarin of Erie cast the solo vote against Cameron in the caucus and moved to make it unanimous. The remark frames the act as a magnanimous surrender of the minority, suggesting a face-saving gesture.
Hayes appoints Seward Douglass and others to high posts
President Hayes names Frederick W. Seward Assistant Secretary of State and the late Tyner as first Assistant Postmaster General with Fred Douglass named Marshal of the District of Columbia. Douglass faces Senate opposition but is confirmed after a tight vote as Republicans back him and a few Southern Democrats vote yes. The administration aims to break color-line barriers amid political contention.
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Hayes
Frederick W. Seward
Tyner
Fred Douglass
District of Columbia
Douglass
Senate
Fred
Gordon
Hill
Beck
Garland
Granite State election boosts Republicans for Hayes era
The state last week swung strongly Republican with a governor and two to possibly three congressmen, signaling firm support for Hayes and reform. It marks the first major response since Washington conflicts and cheers reformers. Roll on the ball.
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Washington
Tilden
Hayes
Local Option Defeated in House Test Vote
A local option measure was nearly defeated in the House with a test vote of 80 yeas to 96 nays. The bill required a special session to be considered. Mr. Lindsey supported the 80 yeas. Of the yeas and nays the breakdown was sixty-eight Republicans and twelve Democrats in favor, and thirty-nine Republicans and fifty-seven Democrats against, with twenty-five absent or not voting.
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House
Lindsey
Champion Bogardus Breaks 1 000 Glass Balls in Record Time
Captain Bogardus, renowned wing shot, shattered 1 000 glass balls in 1 hour 42 minutes 50 seconds, firing 1 136 balls with 1 002 hits and 134 misses. He aimed to beat 1 000 within 2 hours 40 minutes, with 57 minutes 10 seconds to spare, as glass ball shooting grows fashionable among experts and Warren’s veterans show interest.
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Bogardus
Warren
McClellan Appointed New York Public Works Superintendent
Gro B. McClellan moves to the Erie Canal by water after Gov. Robinson of New York names him Superintendent of Public Works. The role gives him charge of canals and aims to end abuses, enforce economy and efficiency. Strong expectations that he may push hard to meet the new demands.
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Gro. B. McClellan
Erie Canal
Gov. Robinson
New York
George
Matthews Named to Succeed Sherman in Ohio Senate
Stanley Mathews is chosen to replace Senator Sherman in Ohio. He is described as the ablest lawyer in the state with independent character and nerve. He aligns with President Hayes’s policy and is expected to be a strong backer in the Senate.
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Ounto
Stanley Mathews
Sherman
Ohio
Matthews
Hayes
Senate
Revival of Steamboats on the Allegheny for Freight
The Franklin Spectator recalls the era of steamers such as the Allegheny Belle fleet and the Clara Fisher and Cornplanter. It urges the Pittsburgh Commercial Gazette to promote a line of light freight boats on the Allegheny to temper railroad tariffs and aid shippers.
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Pittsburgh Commercial Gazette
Allegheny River
Clara Fisher
Franklin Spectator
Sam Govel’s Mother Lament Over Tilden Campaign
Naspy voices sharp critique of the Tilden campaign describing it as petering out. He cites Hewitt Pelton Field and others as factors nearly killing democracy and urges restraint, while noting the Warren Democracy shares a similar view of Tilden.
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Tilden
Hewitt
Pelton
Field
Samgovel
Wimmen
Warren
Forest county election case seated after Harrisburg appeal
The Forest county election dispute was taken to the House at Harrisburg where Judge Wetmore was reversed by the committee and Republican candidate Mr Agnew will be seated. The piece argues the new Constitution fails to cure election partisan tensions and notes increased legislative gridlock with more members.
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Tu Forest County
Harrisburg
Wetmore
Agnew
Philadelphia Permanent Exhibition Slated for Success
The Permanent Exhibition in Philadelphia is deemed assured to succeed with every foot of space taken and demand indicated for more, as organizers report full occupancy and strong interest.
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Philadelphia
Heavyweight candidate for Supreme Bench vacancy
Commentary notes the difficulty of filling the Supreme Bench vacancy after ex-Justice Davis. It humorously notes the only man who might fit weighs 350 pounds, implying a mismatch between size and suitability.
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Supreme Bench
Davis
Reform Leader Francis Murphy Holds Philadelphia Meetings
Tax great temperance reformer Francis Murphy began a series of meetings in Philadelphia last week drawing immense audiences.
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Tax
Francis Murphy
Philadelphia
Legislature Plans Adjourning Friday After Brief Session
The legislature aims to adjourn on Friday March 23 after a brief session. Lawmakers enacted limited measures and left many issues unsettled.
Hayes backs silver dollar restore as unit of value
President Hayes expresses strong support for returning the silver dollar to its former role as the standard of value. The Cabinet is broadly aligned with this view in a general sense.
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President Hayes
Murphy pledge movement sweeps Pennsylvania towns and cities
Bedford county lacks a national bank while Murphy temperance efforts expand across Lawrence Mercer Greenville Sharon Newcastle with thousands signed. Oil fever rises near Pine Bottom Run as a strong oil firm forms. Beverages face closing saloons and a wide moral push reshapes Pittsburg and Berks game preserves offer farmer income.
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National Bank
Johnstown
Lawrence County
Mercer
Greenville
Sharon
Newcastle
Ladies of
Beaver
Berks County
Wadsworth
St. Louis
Erie
Schuylkill River
Pennsylvania
Karns City
Williamsport Bulletin
Pine Bottom Run
Pine Creek
Waterville
Henry Harley
Titusville
Thomas Smith
Ohioville
Beaver County
Liberty
Murphy
Pittsburg
Education and literacy shape wealth and prosperity
A nineteenth century reflection notes one teacher per 56 pupils and half of college entrants graduate. It cites Pennsylvania and Allegheny city spending on schools and pauperism, Philadelphia industry, Boston school costs, and Archbishop Tillotson on teaching. It urges literacy as a basis for productivity and national growth.
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United States
Pennsylvania
Allegheny
Philadelphia
Boston
Tillotson
Hill
Portland
Senator Cameron Resigns to Succeed Son in Senate
Erie Dispatch reports the long career of Senator Cameron ending with his resignation to allow his son to take his Senate seat. He began as Adjutant General, then served in the Senate, and switched from Democrat to Republican amid national strife.
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United States Senate
House of Representatives
Cameron
Polk
Buchanan
Republican Organization of
Pennsylvania
Senate
Lincoln
Russia
United States
House
Erie Dispatch
Express Robbery Nets $4000 in Pittsburgh Area
In Pittsstreu on March 14 a carefully planned express robbery diverted packages from the Buffalo Express. Messenger Bingham swapped runs with J. H. Brooks at Templeton after bogus telegrams, Brooks cut telegraph wires, and $4,000 in money seized from the wagon between Templeton and the Pittsburgh office.
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Bingham
Express Company
Buffalo Express
Brady’s Bend
Thomas Bingham
J. H. Brooks
Templeton
Parker’s Landing
Pittsburgh
George Bingham
Allegheny Valley
Brooks
T. Bingham
Parkers
Fifth Avenue
Sam uv Agony Nasby Speaks on Hayes Inauguration
Nasby laments Hayes's inauguration with satirical grief. He mocks Democratic leaders Tilden Hewitt Pelton Field and calls out political missteps while comparing strength and folly, ending with a tongue in cheek curse on inept guidance and ruined fortunes.
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Hayes
Sam
Tilden
Hewitt
Pelton
Field
Semyocel
Wimmin
Ohio Women Riot Demolish Bar Room in Millertown
In Millertown on a Thursday night a mob of twenty five to thirty women attacked a bar room, knocked in the door, and wrecked bar fixtures and bottles within minutes. Men protected the crowd, and the women left singing a victory chant. Also notes on hair restoration remedies, a Buffalo boy’s fatal accident, and rumors about Peter B. Sweeney and Tweed in jail.
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New York
John McKeon
Peter B. Sweeney
Sweeney
Tweed
Ludlow Street
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