The States and Union. [volume] (Ashland, Ohio) 1868-1872, 1871-07-05

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WASHINGTON, June so, 1871.
THE NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. M
BROGLIO.
The Boutwell-Pleasonton quarrel
continues to be almost the only topic
of conversation in political circles. 1t
is generally he'd that Boutwell,, as
Secretary Of the Treasury, is account
able to the people for the disburse-
ment of all the public money, and
that the responsibility of making ia
vorable contracts, us far as they bear
upon tue Treasury Department or any
OF its Bureaus, rests with him. When
Delano was in charge of the internal
Revenue Bureau, it was proposed to
make his Bureau Independent OF the
Secretary OF the Treasury. The prop
osition did not, however, meet the
approval Of either Congress or the
President, as it was held that Bout
well, having assisted in forming the
internal revenue laws, and in organ
izing the Internal Revenue Bureau,
was abundantly qualified to give ad.
vice in regard to its management
Delano, therefore, always consulted
with the Secretary whenever any very
important question aros , especially in
regard to the Interpretation of laws,
and whenever be made contracts for
furnishing his Bureau with material.
No departure from this custom Las
ever been made until last week, when
General Pleasonton awarded 4 heavy
contract for stamp paper in opposition
to the known wishes of the Secretary,
and the judgment of experts in his
bureau. 1t is currently reported here
that the President has said hat he
will not interfere in P~leasonton's be-
half, and that the latter, if not sus-
tanned, will resign.
SCARE IN REPUBLICAN, RANKS.
Governor Bullock, Of George, is
looked upon as the next man likely to
go over to the new departure, in order
to save himself from impeachment at
the next session of the Georgia Leg
islature. 1t is expected that the de-
fiction of Bullock will kill the Re.
publican party III Georgia and force
| Joshua Hill, Georgia's only Senator,
! into the Democratic ranks.
The political situation in the South
is viewed from here as very critical
just at the present time.
The appointment of ex Senator
Warner as Commissioner of Customs
at Mobile, in pace of DR., Miller, re-
moved, though only announced this
I afternoon, already causes a food OF
Indignant letters from the friends OF
the latter,
The Boutwell, and Pleasonton matter
was not discussed today in the Cabi'
net, as was expected. The President
has decided to talk the matter over
quietly with the Secretary and Gen.
P~leasonton.
Yesterday, Baron Gerolt took leave
Of the President as Minister of the
Emperor of Germany Speeches
usual on such occasions were made.
GENERAL FOREST BEFORE THE
OUTRAGE COMMITTEE.
General Forest was before the Ku-
Klux Committee to-day, and his ex.
animation lasted four hours. He said
if the Ku KluX ever existed in Tenn
it was on account of Gov. Brownlow's
proclamation in 1867, saying to the
militia that they would not be modest
ed for outrages and punishment OF
rebels, and because of apprehension o:
injury to persons and property-many
negroes having lett their homes and
prowled through the country with arms
in their hands. Certainly no such
organization has existed since 1868 in
Tennessee Everything is as peaceful
there as in any other State, and the
people are law abiding, and deprecate
disturbances as much as those living
North. General Forest, after his
examination, remarked to friends that
the committee treated him with much
courtesy and respect. Five members
Of the committee will sit here at least
two weeks longer. The other three
Senator Scott and Representatives
| Stevenson end Van Trump-will go
| South in the course of a few days, in
order to take testimony as a special
subcommittee.
SIMON CAMERON AIMING VERY
HIGH.
The latest form of intriguing of the
Cameron wing Of Pennsylvania politi-
| clans has taken the shape of an attempt
to nominate him for Vice President
with Grant. An editorial of the Re.
publican in favor of such nomination
excites considerable comment, as this
paper aims to print only what it sup
poses will not displease the Admins
tratiop. 1t says: "a number of the
political friends of the Hon. Simon
Cameron, in Baltimore, have formed
an association and formally presented
his lame for the Vice Presidency on
the ticket with General Garnt. Mr.
Cameron is a rare and sturdy old
gentleman, superb politician and g
statesman Of acknowledged ability
He is extremely popular with the
people, possesses not only national,
but almost n worldwide reputation
and would, we have no doubt, poll the
unanimous vote Of his party. 1t is
early in the day to talk about the Vice
Presidency, however. Mr.. Colfax Is
still in the field, for we believe he ha:
reconsidered the determination he
made some time ago of retiring from
politics to the quiet abodes of indiana
home life. Mr.. Cameron has ont
thing in his favor. If he can only
fix up his little trouble with Curtin
he can certainly carry Pennsylvania
ENGLAND.
LONDON, June 29.-The American
deputation to confer with the Gar o
Russia were banqueted at Richmond