Earthquakes, battles, and crimes in distant lands and states
Reports from abroad note a Venezue la quake causing 600 deaths and destruction of a Paris ammunition plant killing twenty. Turkish insurgents’ campaigns around Constantinople face strong Russian pressure as forces bolster defenses. A theater fire in Ahmednagger kills forty. British inquiries target Russian armaments and the Cimbria mission. Caracas tremors destroy property, river Tuy heats fish flee. In Connecticut a life prisoner Lipta Sermax dies in prison. Kentucky raids seize illicit distilleries.
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Venezue
Paris
Derbend
Bilkan
Trajan’s Gate
Constantinople
Sea of of Marmara
Black Sea
Thessaly
Varna
Ahmednagger
East India
Loxpon
Lord Loftus
St. Petersburg
Foreign Office
United States
Cas
Caracas
Venezuela
S. A
Tuy
Lipta Sermax
Connecticut
Lucretia Borgia
Hartford
Nashville
Hickman
Perry
Hardin
Wayne
Giles
Lawrence
Kentucky
Arrest of Vera Sassulitch and other 19th century notices
Vera Sassulitch, who attempted to assassinate Gen. Trepoff, has been arrested again in the suburbs where she hid. Cincinnati’s internal revenue collector Weitzel is removed after refusing to resign amid suspected complicity in local crookedness. Several deaths noted include Daniel Wilcox of the Quincy Whig and Frank McVicker, Chicago theater manager’s son. The President nominates Gustavus St. Recent deaths: Mrs. Stox Lewis. Calvinal McCuosey returns to New York from Rome. Chandler of Illinois nominated for United States Surveyor General for Idaho.
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Vera Sassulitch
Trepoff
Cincinnati
Weitzel
Gustavus St
Daniel Wilcox
Quincy
Frank McVicker
Chicago
Theopore
Europe
Stox Lewis
Rochester
N. Y
Calvinal McCuosey
New York
Rome
William P. Chandler
Illinois
United States
Idaho
Democratic State Convention Nominates Key Ohio Gov Ticket
The Ohio Democratic State Convention at Harrisburg nominated Gen. H. M. Hoyt for Governor on the first ballot. James P. Sterrett for Supreme Judge, Charles W. Stone for Lieutenant Governor, and Aaron K. Dunkel for Secretary of Internal Affairs. The platform omits mention of President Hayes. James E. Harvey named Treasurer and Gen. Duncan S. Walker as Secretary for the National Campaign Committee. A Florida Louisiana investigation panel named eleven House members.
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James E. Harvey
Ava
Duncan
Walker
Straxer Raxport
House
Florida
Louisiana
Clarkson N. Potter
New York
William BR. Morrison
Tlinois
Eppa Hunton
Virginia
John A. McMahon
Ohio
Turmoil and Troubles Reach From War Vessels to Mine Disasters
Reports describe the State of California ship sale to Russia for 100000 in gold, unrest near the New Brunswick coast with a suspected Muscovite war vessel, calls to fortify St John harbor, and Irish groups near the New York border. Religious assemblies meet nationwide. naval board condemns the Omaha. Fort Leavenworth prisoners seek liberty. A McVicker's Chicago Theater season ends with a strong comedy lineup. A major Consolidated Virginia mine suit seeks 35644398 in damages. Halifax mine explosion kills several. New York elevated rail incident injures workers.
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Providence
R L) Tool Company
Tax Steamship
State of
California
Jnst
Berweex
Fentana
Canada
New
St. John Harbor
New York
Vermnt
Presbyterian General Assembly
Pittsburgh
General Assembly
The
Presbyterian Church South
Koorville
Tenn
General Synod of the
Reformed Presbyterian
McVicker
Chicago
Gilbert
Virginia
Meners
Flood Mackey
Pair
Lerdo
Mexico
Sive
Halifax
Vancom
New York Elevated
Bond issue movement signals Treasury contract actions
On the 17th in New York the Syndicate decided to take the remaining 15 million of the 55 million 41 cent bonds under the Treasury contract. October November and December options are anticipated. A large portion of the 15 million will be sold abroad.
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New York
Secretary of the Treasury
Congressional Proceedings in Washington and Senate Actions
Reported bills on mail transportation regulation and post roads, steamship mail between the U S and Brazil, and a resolution on swine diseases. Debates over Florida and Louisiana elections, adjournment timing, and Army Appropriation bill dominate sessions.
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Wroxes Bay
Sxzuare
Ferry
Committee On Post Offices and Post-Roade
Eustia
Ee States
Brazil
Voorhees
Boston
Senate
Wood
Sadek
United States
Mexico
Committee On
Paris
Saulsbury
Comef
Liveroom
Tharmante A. Sheridan
Wile Hany Hunt
Osean
Ann Gees Tees
Potter
Louisiana
Florida
Revvuthan
Long Lives and Healthy Ones: Longevity Observations
Dr Van Oven notes many 100 year plus lives in a study of 7 000 individuals. Examples include Farr who died at 152 amid excess luxury. Harvey who found sound organs at 152. a 100 year old English felm on track to 90. parish clerk Thomas Wood to 106. J Witten a 102 year old weaver who read without spectacles. Francis Atkins at Salisbury who kept time at the palace gate.
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van Oven
Harvey
Flemon
Thomas Wood
Francis Atkins
Palace
Salisbury
Remarkable Longevity Notes From Historical Observations
The excerpt discusses a Scottish woman who died at 106 and a Swiss native J. Jacob aged 127, cited among notes on extremely long lives. It references century and a half ranges of ages in England and Wales with ten well-certified cases reaching 152 to 200 years, highlighting cautious observations on longevity.
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Mar
Zeres
la Mancha
J. Jacob
Switzerland
England
Wales
Pacific Railroad Refunding Bill Signed by President
The President signs the Pacific Railroad Refunding bill requiring Union Central and Kansas Pacific railroads to contribute 25 percent of net earnings to pay interest on government second mortgage bonds. Also notes a pardon for Ford S. Winslow of Chicago for treasury robbery complicity, reducing post prison disabilities while remaining time served.
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Pacific Railroad
Union
The
Central
Kansas Pacific Roads
Ford S. Winslow
Chicago
Treasury
Smcce
Albany
Winslow
Timber Cutting Bill Advances for Mining Regions
A bill passed by the House provides that timber may be cut on mining lands in Colorado Nevada Ypresne Arizona Utah New Mexico Montana Idaho and other districts at no cost for mining agricultural and other purposes. Restrictions may be set by the Secretary of the Interior to protect undergrowth and prevent waste.
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Colorado
Nevada
Ypresne
Arizona
Utah
New Mexico
Montana
Idaho
Secretary of the Interior
Public Lands Committee Backs Land Warrants Bill
The Public Lands Committee of the House recommends passage of a bill providing payment of warrants to states where the lands are located. The beneficiary list includes all Western and Southern states except the original thirteen and California.
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House of Representatives
California
General Reforms Soldier Equipment Beliefs
Gen voices radical views on gear including doing away with bayonet and cartridge belts. He favors knife, rubber blanket, and a provision-sack. He argues the blanket should serve as all clothing for a long march worn cross body from shoulder to waist.
Attorney General Rules Postmasters Cannot Withhold Mail
The Attorney General states that under the Revised Statutes postmasters may not withhold letters from the mails except on prepaid postage. He warns against fraudulent conduct and directs postmasters to return letters to the point of mailing.
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Tur
poutoMles
Brazil Abolition Efforts Shape South American Railroad Labor
A Washington telegram reports Philadelphia contractors strive to recruit laborers for a South American railroad from the capital area, amid fears of slavery. It notes Brazil has not fully ended slavery yet and contemplates gradual abolition over twenty one years, with laws preventing non whites from settling and contracts tied to special acts.
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Washington
Philadelphia
Bruin
Brazil
Reverential Scene as Tae House Honors Venerable Leader
An elderly figure, described with reverence, visits the Speaker's office and is granted privileges of a floor seat. Mr Kel ley rises to deliver a tariff speech, while the dignified elder remains seated in front of the Speaker. The assembly treats the patriarchal figure with marked homage.
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Tae House
Pdecnieaie
Eres Congnaete
Kelley
Congressional Committees Debate Electoral Count Reform
A conference meeting last week between Senate and House committees on the Electoral Count discussed constitutional limits and a statutory rule to govern congressional elections. The Senate appears skeptical of a constitutional change while both committees may support a pending law to declare the electoral vote. The House plans an amendment to overhaul the electorial process, designating the method to determine the president and vice president while awaiting ratification of the amendment.
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Senate
House
Senate Committee
Washington
Congress
Housetree
Fragmented Old Cabinet piece on fraud and public perception
The text critiques how a community failed to treat a known charlatan as such, noting public monuments and amateur writers glamorize discredited figures. It argues that recognizing deceit earlier might have prevented the harm he caused and mocks pretensions in public memory.
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Scribner
Inquiries From Azure Commission Reported Jan Findings
A late report by the Commissioner of Azure details investigations and estimates from January last year. The document cites total figures across the examined years.
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Commissioner of Azure
Buried at Sea and the Soldier’s Final Wish
A dying sailor reflects on burial at sea versus on shore as his ship’s chaplain reads scripture. The tale recalls the sea’s claim on the dead, the lack of grave markers, and a comrade’s farewell prayer. The narrative expands to praise cheerfulness as a sanitary force among troops and lists famed women in history and medicine.
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Sau
Names of Vehicles Through The Ages In Carriage History
A survey of pleasure carriage names describes origins from landaulet to phaeton and cabriolet. It traces French German Russian and English roots, noting popular terms like gig sulky jaunting car and hansom, with remarks on how personal names become vehicle names.
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Germany
Russia
Barouche and
Britzschka
Droitzschka
Poland
England
Drosky
Elor
Iga Aga
Victoria
Clarence
Brow
Ham
Distinguished Women Across Vocation and Knowledge
A reflection on women who distinguished themselves in many fields. Hypatia as renowned teacher and philosopher in Alexandria faces rival scholars. Other notable figures such as Clotilda Tambroni and Elizabeth Carter are cited as exemplars of learned women.
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Hypatia
Alexandria
Itapola
Uia
Clotilda Tambroni
Bologna
Jaly
Johnson
Elizabeth Carter
Costly wedding gowns and varied world affairs span vast, tangled notes
A jumble of items ranges from wedding dress costs in the thousands to global power and famine reports. It mentions the czar’s daily military bill, orange exports from the Azores, a British effort to open ports, and social reflections on burden, faith, and the human struggle amid May’s renewal.
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Lavy Rosevery
Northern
Diablo Mountains
Cal
Dying of Overwork Reflects Limits of Human Capacity
The piece questions whether overwork alone explains tragedy and asks if health laws were ignored. It ponders obedience to health laws, discipline of daily routine, and whether adherence to Sidney’s rules could have changed outcomes, invoking Emerson and Sir Philip Sidney.
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Adh Py
Emerson Sa Men Sra
Pach Ibriam
Ike Ces
Sir Philip Sidney
New York
Factory Operati t England in Great Britain and Ireland
Record shows counts in various English factories including cotton woolen shoddy worsted hemp hair silk and dye works totaling nearly one million workers. It cites numbers for factory employment and output across regions with figures on cotton goods iron production and aggregate values.
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England
Great Britain
Ireland
Vessels Argue Over Tonnage At Clyde March Report
The survey of the upper Lak Indian Ocean notes twenty seven vessels with a total tonnage of 27850 visiting the Clyde in March, compared with 15450 last year.
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Indian Ocean
Eos
Clyde
Prominent Physicians Endorse Fairchild Medicines in Advert
A jumble of names and places promotes Fairchild, a line of medicines, claiming benefits for nervousness sleeplessness and general health. Prominent doctors and cities are listed as endorsers, with testimonials scattered amid unrelated notices and a Grant weight anecdote.
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