Presbyterian Assembly Moves Toward Big Fifth Avenue Mission
A May gathering in New York of Presbyterian commissioners discusses the proposed 1.25 million dollar home mission on Fifth Avenue. Opponents label it a misused trust fund, while a bookstore dispute between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia tensions deepens. Dark horse candidates for moderator emerge amid strategic alliances and regional blocs.
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Thomas McDougall
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
General Assembly Herald
General Assembly
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Maxon
California
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Booth
East
Syrup of Figs Promotes Gentle System Cleansing
The text touts Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting remedy that acts gently yet promptly to cleanse the system. It claims to ease stomach discomfort, dispel colds, lead aches, and constipation while emphasizing its safe, agreeable, and effective nature as the best of its kind.
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Silver Cause Split Hits Warner Tour In St Louis
In a May 15 report from Sax Fraxdtaco California the visit of General A J Warner of Ohio head of the American bimetallic party and Congressman Joseph Sibley of Pennsylvania to promote silver monetization prompts a state silver rearguard to secede from Warner’s national group. The Los Angeles meeting condemns the caucus as dictating nominations and seeks a St Louis convention to unite state leagues on March 16, 1896 to nominate candidates for president and vice president. The resolution blames Warner for pressuring states and corporate interests to push unlimited coinage of silver and demands a platform including greenbacks and opposition to the national banking system.
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Durant's Inning and Suit Threats Spark Local Turmoil
May 15 reports from various locales note Theodore Durant facing a damages suit from Theodore Durant and Jack Died All Hight amid a wave of sensationalized claims. In Colorado, Jack Smith, famed as Ball Hill warfare’s general, was shot. authorities say his death may portend further turmoil. A U.S. land claims court convened for sixty days in New Mexico with a focus on the Federal land grant case. Ex-President Benjamin Harrison departed Newark for New Jersey to receive a medal and onward to New York for a stay at a hotel for two weeks.
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Newark
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Gov Evans Proclamation Sparks Public Interest Across Carolinas
A garbled report notes Governor Evans publicized a proclamation provoking widespread discussion on registration law and political power struggles. The piece mentions Judge Goff’s ruling, statewide reactions, and ongoing debates over voting rights amid party contention in the South.
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Moran
Organized Labor Convention Achieves Key Milestone
Report from May 15 on the Western Federation of Miners convention marking a major labor achievement. The result is expected to increase member numbers and standing. Mention notes Cripple Creek disturbances last year and a surplus of 0008, with plans tied to mining states and territories.
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Mintra
Elections In England Result To Triumph Of Gladstwee
A chaotic mix of fragmented notes reports a Conservative win in Walworth Newington with James Bailey ahead, while other items note Sugar Trust collaboration, Mexican destruction, Georgia weather impacts, and a general drift toward calmer farming conditions despite crop issues.
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Newington
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Georgia
Costly line wreck highlights saves and losses at sea
A costly incident near Port Townsend Washington on May 15 ends with a heaving line wreck and a vessel named Mogul valued at $25,000. The tug Dara tows and a crew member’s risky attempt to ride the vessel to safety ends as the ship grounds near Tatoosh light, requiring beaching to prevent further danger. The Mogul is a total loss except for machinery and boilers.
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Washington's Sick Reflects Wartime Strain
May 15 dispatches report Secretary Gresham restless in the morning, Cogswel and Casey in poor to better condition, while police chiefs meet in Washington for the annual convention. A separate item notes a railway accident in Lions, a cold wind damage in Boston, and brief medical notes from Ohio and other scattered updates.
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