Republicans claim sweeping victory in national elections
The Chicago Tribune reports a broad Republican triumph with gains in multiple states. Massachusetts crowns Talbot over Butler by 25,000 and seats the state ticket. Wisconsin and Illinois show Republican majorities in Congress and state legislatures. New York, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Maryland, Georgia, and Pennsylvania largely favor Republicans, while Florida and other regions indicate continued GOP strength.
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Escape on a Train Lets Duck Goodale Vanish
Thomas Goodale nicknamed Duck, held on a Black Hill stage robbery charge with Ward, fled a Union Pacific day coach between Central City and Chapman's. He escaped from shackles by climbing from a window as the train ran, leaving pursuers in pursuit with no trace.
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Iowa Railroad Casualties and Reports Delays Noted
The Dubuque Herald reports Iowa railroad commissioners find carriers slow to file reports, delaying their annual summary. Total year casualties reach 73 killed and 198 injured across lines, excluding the Altoona disaster, with various roads listing counts amid missing Minnesota & St. Paul figures.
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Resumption Prospects and Economic Indicators
The nation moves toward specie payments next January with a growing treasury coin balance and rising revenues. October internal revenue reached 10.029 million dollars, up 31 million from September and 66 thousand above October 1877. September trade shows exports over imports by more than 20.5 million, with coin imports nearly 1 million greater than exports. Gold is expected to flow back due to favorable export outlook, and over a million dollars in specie arrived recently for wheat and other produce.
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Commerce cautiously optimistic on gold demand and resumption
The writer notes lingering commercial caution but anticipates a plentiful gold supply for resumption. He observes a long favorable balance of trade, rapid treasury gold accumulation last month, and a larger coin balance for resumption. He also foresees a further monthly trade increase amid improving conditions.
The Hamp tonites in South Carolina in Criminal Outrage
A harsh indictment of Hampton and his backers in South Carolina. Armed mobs disrupt Democrat meetings, assault citizens, and violate law. The writer accuses Hampton of inaction or complicity as violence spreads near peaceful states.
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Fresh Roasted Coffee and Spices From Chamberlain and Clark
Chamberlain and Clark inaugurate a new venture in coffee and spice trade. They bought a large mill and will grind fresh roasted coffee weekly for customers at no charge. Spices will also be ground fresh each week. The firm aims to be a handy addition to the town.
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Peorre Seeks Cabinet Work From O P Stocksleger
The notice urges readers needing cabinet work or repairs to contact O P Stocksleger for services.
Coal for Sale by Stone & Haverly at the Mall
Squaw Creek coal is offered by Stone and Haverly at the Mall in large or small quantities. Delivery to any part of the city is free.
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Stove bargains at Boyd and Chapman's store
At Boyd and Chapman's customers can buy stoves from 2.50 to 60 dollars including furniture. The store advertises the best cook and baking stoves in the market and invites shoppers to buy.
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Public notices suspend subscriptions for nonpayment
We cut off from our list many foreign subscribers paying out of the county and still owe. We will send the paper to each and await a reasonable time for response. If no reply, we shall publish their names and whereabouts.
Indigestion Remedies Sold By Local Stores
Town residents suffer from indigestion dyspepsia constipation and related ailments. For 75 cents Shiloh's Vitalizer is advertised as guaranteed to cure by Thomas and McLain. Covs colds hoarseness sore throat and lung diseases are claimed cured by Dr Marshall's Lung Syrup priced at 25 cents sold by J J Bousquet.
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Dr Mansnat Lang Syrup Promises Quick Relief
An old ad touts Mansnat Lang Syrup for coughs and colds with instant relief. It urges readers to ask their druggist and buy a bottle for 25 cents, noting J. J. Bousquet as the seller.
Shiloh’s Vitalizer Offered Free If No Cure
Advertisement notes many illnesses such as indigestion liver complaint and constpation can be relieved by Shiloh's Vitalizer sold by Thomas and McLain at 72 cents with free trial if it fails to cure.
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