Grant Death Rumors and Political Objections in 1885 Georgia
A fragment from a 1885 Georgia newspaper notes Grant will be buried in Central Park on August 8 and discusses reactions to his death. It reports Webster and Sumter county figures opposing a technological school, praises Bainbridge editor Ben Russell as postmaster, and critiques news focus on Grant’s life. It highlights Manning’s Treasury layoffs saving about $200,000 yearly, and cites Savannah News urging immigration investment as beneficial. It also cites Georgia fire losses totaling $2,840,095 with net state loss around $1,625,991, and compares costs to state governance expenses.
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Georgia
Kentucky
Tennessee
Virginia
Texas
Macon
Columbus
Death of Gen Grant Ends Notable Career
The article notes Gen. Ulysses S. Grant has died after a period of illness. It reflects on his long military leadership, political actions as President, and the mixed reactions of friends and foes. His death prompts mourning nationwide and reevaluation of his legacy.
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Grant
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Political reform and party spoils in 1880s era debates
The piece argues for reforming presidential appointments by removing partisan officials and placing public service first, noting Republican precedents and Senate confirmation realities. It discusses Cleveland, the New York World fund for Liberty pedestal, and views on third-term talk, with other notes on prohibition, social issues in Asbury Park, and local politics.
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Republican Party
Democratic Party
Senate
Cleveland
New York World
World’s Fund
The
Philadelphia Times
the Times
North
Asbury Park
New Jersey
Advice to Mothers Teething Remedy Promised
An old advertisement promotes Mrs Winston\'s Soorman Slavor as the universal teething aid for children. It claims to soothe the child the gums and relieve pain while curing wind colic and diarrhea. It is priced at twenty five cents a bottle.
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Europe
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the County Chain Gang
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Edne J. Miller
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Honumental Marble Works
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