Iowa's Summer Happenings Reach Across Counties
Sioux City launches extensive building this season while Adams county plans a July 4 celebration. deaths occur from drownings at Hanson and Council Bluffs with more incidents near Floris and Davenport. rail extensions connect Ottumwa to Moulton and Fort Dodge, and famed shooters and races highlight Des Moines and Burlington events.
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Supreme Court Decisions From Iowa Term in Des Moines
The Iowa Supreme Court at its current term in Des Moines rendered several important rulings. Key cases include Sloseon vs The B C B R N RR Co over damages for burned stacks with contributory negligence defenses and a jury verdict for the plaintiff, and Beck and Day dissent on a related matter.
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Worth
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Famine in Cashmere Worsens as Deaths Rise
A report notes ongoing famine in Cashmere with hundreds dying while smaller-scale robberies occur in Poona district and Bengal. Indigo prospects improve in Caehar Bengal due to recent rainfall, while other districts report varying conditions and local unrest.
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Assai
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Prohibition Advocates Push Restrictive Distilled Liquor Policy
The National Brewer's Association Jaylary at the 5th endorses temperance aims while distinguishing fermented malt beverages from distilled liquors. It urges members to expand membership and influence and to support candidates who favor clear discrimination in state laws, calling for united action to advance brewing interests.
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Jews Unitarian State Convention Closes at Des Moines
The State Convention of Unitarians in Des Moines on June 5 adopted articles of incorporation to form the Association of Unitarian and Independent Churches. Officers for the year included President Rev. Oscar Clute and Vice President Gov. B. F. Gue, with a board of trustees from Davenport Keokuk Algona and Mt. Pleasant. Resolutions urged obedience to divine laws, education, and the role of family school church and state while opposing creeds and dogmas and supporting open opportunities for women.
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Jesus
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Sheridan in Court with Wit and a Reply to the Chief Justice
The scene shows Sheridan silent during a judge's charge and then responding with a keen quip about hearing an echo in the courtroom. A Louisiana claim about wood variety and lack of local wooden ware factories is noted, with furniture imported from other states.
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Victoria
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White
Bayard Taylor
South America
Sheridan
Louisiana
Union
Fragmentary quote hints at group retreat recommendation
A partial, garbled quote mentions a subsect speaker urging a group to adopt a particular practice or retreat. The text is incomplete, with missing names and context, making it difficult to identify participants or the exact recommendation.
Senate and House Debate On Juror Rights And Postal Bills
Washington reports show the Senate debating Bayard and Edwards proposed juror equality and a commission on the Mississippi. The House advanced cattle disease prevention and post office salary bills, with votes on amendments and recommittals, and adjourned. Dispatches note Nordenskjold’s Vega expedition reaching Behring Strait and proving a northern passage, with wide interest in its implications for Asia-Europe trade.
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Congressional actions and adjournment after June session
The House reported substitute for the ap p ro priations bill and a judicial appropriation bill, both recommitted. A rule suspension failed 105 to 100 to pass the army appropriation bill. Adjournment agreed. In Washington on June 10, a salary relief bill for James M. Harrison was referred to committees. Warner silver bill debate and a failed motion to take up the finance resolution preceded Senate adjournment.
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Yeas
Congressional action on treaty and monument adjournment
Morrison of the Ways and Means reports a final adjournment at noon June 17. A resolution directs the President to amend the Russia treaty to protect American sealers real estate rights and citizens’ rights. a joint resolution provides 3000 dollars for a Washington place monument. Mahon reports the judicial appropriation bill. after debate it passes 102 to 85.
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Mahon
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Cotton export in New York up 38 percent this year
New York reports cotton exports this year rise by 38 percent compared to the same period last year, signaling stronger shipments and potential market demand.
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New York
Family health over fashion in Hop Bit care notice
A family keeps health first by using Hop Bit at first signs of illness to prevent sickness and maintain well being, prioritizing complete family care over fashionable dress trends. The article emphasizes proactive use of Hop Bit for early symptom relief and overall wellness.
Terms of International Copyright
Prof Youmans argues foreign books must be printed in the United States to protect the domestic industry. He warns that without this condition American publishing, machinery, and skilled labor would be harmed, and national interests require safeguarding local interests against foreign publishers.
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Popular Science Monthly
United States
Two Distinct Downfalls in Metropolitan Life
New York correspondent reports two contrasting but similar tales from the Tombs. Henry Lane once a prosperous lumber merchant now imprisoned after his wife accuses him of threats, claiming extravagance and bitterness drove him to bankruptcy. Robert M. Martin once a wealthy Wall Street broker fell to stealing clothing after the Black Friday crash, fading from prominence but receiving aid from old acquaintances and a Jerome family lawyer who intervened for a lighter sentence.
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Robert M. Martin
Wall Street
Mr. Martin
Hue
Jerome
Kaw and Crow Indians differ in lineage and territory
The Kaw and Crow are distinct Native American peoples with separate linguistic roots, cultures, and homelands. The Kaw trace their origins to the central plains and were historically based in present day Kansas, while the Crow occupied areas of Montana and surrounding plains. Both nations have unique social structures and histories.
Mis Execution Described by an Eye Witness
An eye witness from Cincinnati Enquirer recounts John Brown's execution in an open Virginia field. Cadets from West Point Virginia guard the area while volunteers, artillery, and infantry form a hollow square. Brown faces the crowd, declines a handkerchief, and dies swiftly as the rope breaks his neck.
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The Improvement of the Condition of Women
A Science Monthly study argues human progress includes a steady rise in women's status relative to men. It contends differences between the sexes shape social evolution and must inform plans for advancing women, noting origins lie in physiological differences.
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the Science Monthly
Bright Hours and Gleomy. vhew. A glimpse of joy and sorrow
A reflective piece describes alternating bright days and dark hours in life. It notes hidden sorrows behind outward calm and explains why a warm heart may misread a cold exterior. The author urges empathy for unseen sadness.
Douglas Jerrold and Companions Crossing a Stream
The quotation depicts Douglas Jerrold and a companion crossing a stream. Jerrold remarks on being in the same boat but with different souls, reflecting wit and social observation.
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Douglas Jerrold
Jerd
Jerrold
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