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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1875
Page
2
Washington rumors allege Postmaster General Jewell faces pressure from political ringsters. The Pittsburgh Gazette asserts official and personal friendship with the President, denying retirement or Cabinet rifts. The paper calls unfounded reports meant to disrupt relations and create trouble.
A historical editorial argues that white Mississippians should dominate politics after a disputed election. It claims Black voters are unfit for ballots and urges permanent political white control, portraying the Black population as relegated to a secondary role in state affairs.
A Ledger reader scorns Gov. Tilden as a presidential candidate, saying he cannot win in Pennsylvania or Ohio. The neighbor expresses fatigue with Tilden and warns against chasing the presidency like a hen with its head cut off.
The Tradesmen's Industrial Institute exposition at Pittsburg closed Saturday night November 13 after a 30 day run. An immense crowd witnessed a wedding ceremony during closing hours. Attendance was about 350000 with receipts near 75000 and expenditures around 30000.
A Washington dispatch reports ex Senator Lowry of Erie left for Pittsburg with the pardon for D. D. Williams, former cashier of Conneautville National Bank. The pardon was signed this afternoon on the application of United States Senator Wallace and other Pennsylvania Democrats.
Secretary Cuanpier of the Interior Department removes several elderly clerks from the patent office for causes the secretary deems satisfactory. The dismissals reflect his effort to run the government effectively rather than serve personal interests.
The Luzerne county prothonotary, a Democrat, was indicted for altering county election returns while in custody the night before counting by the judges. The court ordered his arrest. The item hints at opposition to Hartranft.
A Western exchange notes Michigan has 60 000 more males than females while Massachusetts balances and Michiganders may propose. The National Convention of the Womens Christian Temperance Union met in Cincinnati last Wednesday.
The 44th Congress convenes December 6 with a full shift in House leadership. Prominent candidates for speaker include Kerr Indiana Randall Pennsylvania Cox and Wood New York. Over 100 fillable posts at $4901 to $2.50 daily. expect lively contest as factions clash, South pushing for influence. The House has 292 members, 184 new, Republicans to reelect 68, Democrats 40. Senate remains Republican. House aims to avoid extreme legislation while checking costs and powers.
In McKean County a hot contest decided the sheriff vacancy after Sheriff Powell’s death. Republican C S King won the election, while Governor appointed Thomas King to serve until January 1877 due to constitutional timing. A tie left the Prothonotary post with the incumbent Republican. The piece jokes about constitutional quirks and urges constitutional study in schools.
The National Association, formed to uphold Christian features in the U S government and press for a Religious Amendment, met in Philadelphia on the ninth inst. Felix R Brunot of Pittsburg presided. They moved to form an incorporation as the National Reform Association and endorsed Sabbath laws Bible in schools oath defense and religious acknowledgments in new state constitutions. The next national convention was set for Philadelphia in the last week of June 1876.
The New York Tribune quotes that Mr R H Marr is likely the Legislature’s pick to replace Pinchback in the U S Senate. Marr leads the Louisiana White League banditti and the Tribune questions why Horace Greeley’s journal backs him as the best man for the seat.
Epcar A Por, described as a wayward son of genius and a target of appetites and remorse, is noted as having a monument erected in his memory placed in Baltimore, reflecting on a life marked by misfortune and impact on his connections.
The Warren Ledger reports Tilden concedes no chance for Canal reform and contemplates leaving the presidential race in favor of Tweed, signaling resignation from the campaign.
Guynorp, once excommunicated, was buried in Montreal after a military show of force. The ceremony passed with little notable disorder, and the writer hopes the incident will fade from headlines.
Archival dispatches from St Louis report that whiskey frauds were utterly without foundation, clearing associated claims and underpinning official scrutiny with a formal stance from the Attorney General.
Republican candidate Lupinatox for Wisconsin governor holds a major tally of 841 as part of his campaign profile.
Gen Harrison Allen recently spent weeks at his old Harrisburg home arranging business before final departure for Colorado. In Harrisburg he was greeted by the Young Men's Republican Club and Excelsior Band at the Lochiel Hotel. He spoke warmly to a large crowd, thanking them for their support and praising Pennsylvania. The piece notes his Colorado move, confirmatory remarks, and mentions county officer terms begin January under the new Constitution. Moopy and Sankey closed Brooklyn work and started in Philadelphia.
The Washington Chronicle urges a second term for President Grant in its Sunday edition. The paper argues for continuity and stability, backing Grant amid national debates and political pressures.
Senator Ferry of Connecticut, who had been ill for months, died last Sunday afternoon.
Governor Hartranft has not yet appointed an Attorney General. No nomination or confirmation timeline is provided, leaving the post vacant as the administration reviews legal leadership options.
Washington details taxation of national banks on notes deposits and capital stock for half year periods. It cites rates of one half of 1 percent on notes and deposits and 1/4 percent on capital stock beyond U S bonds, with cumulative sums since inception and for the last fiscal year. It notes these taxes go to the Treasury and are not internal revenue.
The era ends with a Republican sweep as New Jersey yields its hundredth Legislature. The Assembly becomes solidly Republican, the Senate holds a three seat Republican edge, and county results favor Republicans nationwide. Other notes include Cribbed rumors on Cuba and Guibord burial, Weston’s long walk, and Alimony escapes.
The author argues definitions of money value and coin, contending gold is a material for money not money itself, and warns against equating gold with value. He advocates retaining gold as legal tender while expanding sufficient legal tender to sustain industry, criticizing specie resumption as insufficient and potentially fraudulent.
London reports Prince of Wales arrival in Bombay aboard the Serapis. He is welcomed by General Napier Wodehouse Westropp and numerous authorities. A 200000 strong crowd lines the route as the Prince visits Government House amid orderly processions. In Washington rumors claim ex Confederates plan to seize House control.
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