Russian and Turkish actions in Balkans and North America
The report covers General Tergukaseff pursuing Ismail Pasha as Turkish forces seek a junction at Zewin, with Plevna siege analyses and Kars bombardment updates. It also notes a U.S. proclamation of Thanksgiving Day, a Supreme Court decision on railroad rates, and other assorted items including a treasure hunt and church congress proceedings.
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Jesuit editor expelled by pope at Rome
Fa ner Croet a leading Civita Catolica editor and Jesuit orator, expelled by the order's General by papal command for denying that temporal power restoration is essential to the church’s well being. A treaty between the Dominion Government and the Blackfeet Indians transfers 51 000 square miles to Canada. A gangster of masons to England refused to replace striking workers, later joining union ranks.
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Obituary notes and diplomatic moves from the era
Queen Pomane of the Society Islands is dead. Fowm Avam, a leading American actor, died in Philadelphia at 43. Samven J. T. Ipes returns to New York from Europe. William Steventon is nominated by the President as Minister to Russia. George Grant was entertained in Paris at Minister Boyes’s residence with President MacMahon and Cabinet members present.
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Republican officials urged to vote while serving duties
Attorney General Devens writes from Washington excusing himself from active campaign work. He notes the civil service order does not deny officials the right to vote or express views, as long as duties aren’t interfered with. A Chicago Tribune dispatch lists party alignment across Ways and Means Banking and Currency and Pacific Railroad committees.
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Bank failures and industry notes in early reports
Pittsburgh bank failure at Axsomen and Manchester Savings Bank. New York Canal Commissioners order canal closure on Friday December 7 unless iced. Philadelphia hosts national manufacturers convention November 14 to plan Paris Exhibition representation. Laconia iron founder Benjamin J Cor fails. 400 barrel oil strike near Hamburg Pennsylvania. Rumor of New York syndicate buying defaulted Southern and Western bonds. Elevators hold 1,831,619 bushels of wheat corn oats rye barley totaling far below last year.
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Disastrous Fires and Shipwrecks Darken Arctic News
A Woolen mill at Waterford Massachusetts burned recently, leaving 250 workers unemployed and a loss of 100000. Arctic news reports losses in the whaling fleet with crews saved? two Kanakas from bark Acers Barnes reached land. most of the fleet presumed lost. The steamer Clinton sank after a collision with the Petaluma near San Francisco, its engineer drowned.
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Notorious Kentucky outlaw Grover Kixnepy captured
Report states Grover Kixnepy, long famed as a Kentucky outlaw, was captured recently. In a separate incident, two men were killed and two injured when a boiler exploded at the Shoemaker Powell saw mill in Shippensburg Pennsylvania.
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Congress Debates Seats and Bankrupt Law Reforms
In heated Senate and House sessions, lawmakers debated seating rights for Patterson ally Belford, and debated Bankrupt law amendments. Litigants sought compensation, land grants, and federal support, while hundreds of bills were introduced spanning finances, tariffs, and civil service reforms.
Pastor John Smith Memorials at St Sepulchre Church
The article notes the vicarage of John Rogers at St Sepulchre’s, opposite Newgate, and highlights a commemorative shield for Capt. John Smith of Virginia and Admiral of New England. It mentions three Turk motifs on his arms, granted for defeating three Turks in Hungary in 1602, with the church interior and roof of notable fan tracery drawing American visitors.
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Belcele Cat Race Crowns White Cat In Belgium
The greatest cat races in Belcele near Bonsecoures saw seven entries for the top prize. Cats were transported in baskets four miles to the course and released. A pretty white cat with a senile eye led home to win the first prize a silver cup. The favorite Lolo the tortoise shell finished second and has not been heard of since.
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Hamptonburg farmer nets big horse sale haul
Fanner Backman of Hamptonburg Orange County reported earning $100000 from selling horses farm over the past year. Governor LeCart of California bought horse stock valued at $800. Vet Mr. Summer and two others were mentioned in connection with the sale.
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Silver demonetization and double standard in finance debate
The Silver Commission concludes major causes of gold and silver value shifts include demonetization by Germany the US and Scandinavian states and European mint closures. It favors restoring the double standard while noting mixed views on paper money and resumption of specie payments warning remonetization alone may not suffice.
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Remarkable West Goma Range Described in Stanley Letter
Jenny M. Stanley's Letter to New York Herald extols a vast tropical region west of the Goma mountains near Ujiji. The writer praises scenery of ridges and forests, noting deceptive distance, dense undergrowth, and a lush yet perilous landscape with tall grasses and poison bushes.
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Sharks of Crime and Hypocrisy in Gilman Forgery Trial
The Chicago Tribune recounts the tearful court scene as Gilman is sentenced for forging and stealing over 200000 from relatives and the public. It notes rain, mournful church scenes at Plymouth Church, Beech er’s remarks, and questions whether leniency reflected his hypocritical life and charitable facade.
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New York Sun excerpt on William C Gilman at Sing Sing
The article recounts Gilman’s Sing Sing intake process from the New York Sun. Warden Clark orders him to the receiving room and Gilman calmly signs the roll while handing over his personal items. He exchanges a key for his valise and endures shaving, bathing, and a regimented march with fellow convicts.
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New Field Kitchen Aids Russian Troops In Danube Valley
A new cooking apparatus tested at St. Petersburg by the Assistant Director-in Chief of the Russian Intendance proved successful and orders were issued to supply the army in the Danube valley. The wheeled device stays vertical on rough roads and cooks via boiling water and steam, suitable for marches and stationary camps. It feeds about 250 men in three hours with oats and stews, and allows transport of utensils separately.
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The Bottom of the Sea from a Balloon
The Cham ber's Journal reports balloon explorers M Danief and a companion observing the sea bed from 5 000 feet above Cherbourg. They claim the depth averaged about 200 feet and currents were visible, suggesting submarine surveys fall within ballooning’s reach.
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The Original Locomotive Engineer Frank Finch
The first man to run a locomotive is Frank Finch, 65, who has been an engineer for 35 years with no accidents. He operated the lighting on the New York Central for a 75 mile stretch to Utica in 95 minutes, during the era of strap rails. Finch married at 20 and lives with his wife in Berlin, Wisconsin.
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Tur valuation of New York for the year and taxes
Brief indicates a state valuation for New York with figures around 2,255 and an attributed amount of 473,040, noting a fiscal assessment for the year.
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Stomach Bitters Promoted As Health Preventive
An old promotional fragment touts Stomach Bitters as a preventive for ill health. It claims multiple virtues and urges use to ward off disease, presenting the remedy as superior to neglect and suitable for a range of digestive and general ailments.
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Wonder Toon Wonder Book Given Away by Post
An ornate curious booklet titled The Book of Wonders is offered free to all who request it by sending a postal card to publishers at 738 Washington Street, Boston. The pamphlet promises pictorial scenes of heavens and earth, curiosities, witches and superstitions, and enchantments.
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Latest Fashion for Ladies Hails Karitan Cloakings
The notice highlights Karitan Matelasse Cloakings in lawn style for ladies. It touts fashionable appeal and competitive prices for cloaks sacques dol and jackets, noting stores nationwide carry these garments and promising stylish options for discerning women.
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Doowry's Yeast Powder Promises Better Bread
A reader claims Doowry's Yeast Powder yields superior bread quality health and cost efficiency and invites a trial to prove the claim.
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Burgert's Cocoamer Claims Safe Hair Loss Prevention
An advertisement asserts Burgert's Cocoamer prevents premature hair loss and promotes healthy growth. It touts extensive use in thousands of cases with hair shedding, claiming it arrests decay, revives growth, and serves as a hair dressing. A single application supposedly softens and brightens hair for days.
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