Decoration Day Debate in Jericho Sparks Town Feud
Horatio Sparrow launches a bold proposal to hold a decoration day parade in Jericho prompting a clash over who should boss the event. Deacon Spooner, Abner Jones, Squar Henshaw and Silas Lapham claim leadership while Lish Billings argues there is nothing to decorate since no Jericho soldiers have died. The town meeting devolves into competing plans and reveals local pride and real estate stakes.
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Hans Williams
Enos
Silas Lapham
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Silas
Deacon Spooner
Lish Billings
Lish
M. Quad
Curious Climate Anomaly Shapes Saghalien Island
Newcastle Chronicle reports unusual meteorological conditions on Saghalien island off Siberia. Two cold currents and NW winds yield arctic lowlands near sea level with persistent snow through May while higher inland areas show temperate to subtropical vegetation.
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Lincoln’s early Sunday exit leaves Tad in arm
The Rev. Alcott of Elgin recalls seeing Abraham Lincoln leave church unusually early with his small son Tad slung at his left arm. Lincoln walked with long steps and faced a street corner crowd, joking to avoid their question by quoting a familiar line about entering a colt that kicked.
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Mr. Alcott
Elgin
Abraham Lincoln
Springfield
Tad
Lincoln
Breaths and Loss in Southern Georgia Widow Tales
Two Georgia widows console each other over their husbands deaths. One laments his final suffering from a lack of breath, while the other notes her husband drew breath to the end, a stark contrast in the last sickness and death.
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Georgia
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Waal
Wealthiest Scottish town by property value per person
In proportion to population North Berwick is said to be the wealthiest town in Scotland. It has an annual value of real property per inhabitant of about $60.
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North Berwick
Scotland
Japanese swords rival Damascus blades in temper and strength
The article notes Japanese swords possess the high temper of famous Damascus blades yet lack their noted flexibility, implying superior hardness though reduced pliability.
A Snake That Crowns: Venomous Snake Tales From Venezuela
A Venezuelan snake reportedly mimics a cock crow to lure travelers, striking with a deadly forked tongue. Legends claim rattlesnake bones cause the extracted thief to be pursued by the vengeful serpent, though the truth remains uncertain and likely exaggerated.
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Venezuela
Our Old Shinplasters and the Hidden Treasury Notes
An officer of the treasury department estimates more than 15 million dollars in old fractional shinplaster currency remain outstanding. Much is held by collectors and private individuals, with heirs sending notes to Washington for redemption when elders pass away. Banks also forward large unbroken sheets from early issue days, some once perforated like stamps for tearing.
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Treasury Department
Washington
Treasury
Spinner
No More Than One Wife, Says Man And Wife
A man and woman debate polygamy and self restraint while reading a Chicago Post article. The man rejects multiple wives praising monogamy while the woman agrees that one wife suffices and notes the heart has limits. The exchange contrasts domestic sentiment with steady work.
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Turkey
Chicago Post
Letting In Sunshine and Rent Controversy Shocks City
The Indianapolis Press recounts a man who claims to brighten life for the poor yet caused Mrs. McHooggarity to lose her roof after denying rent payment and resisting relocation. His agent removed the roof against her will, prompting debate over compassion and decency in aid.
Not Defending High Alimony Claim Sparks Divorce Clash
In a Detroit Free Press style exchange, Mr. Bickers refuses defense of his wife’s divorce suit seeking $5,000 yearly alimony, arguing against the amount while favoring peace at any price. The lawyer agrees to defend, then retreats, highlighting a dispute over alimony figures.
The Signed Petition Delves into a Curious Exchange
A Philadelphia Record excerpt recalls a man asking about a petition circulated by an unnamed figure. Another man responds he signed it when asked, not reading it. The brief exchange highlights issues of consent and awareness in civic actions.
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Philadelphia Record
Local Ads Promote New Buggies and Household Goods
A reader is urged to inspect new buggies at Spring & Son's while Judge's offers stove wood at 1.50 per cord delivered. Tilden & Loughran's peddle solidified formaldehyde as a top disinfectant. Chester White Boars and Oxford Down Bucks offered at once. Geo Copestake advertises in Kelley Iowa. White House coffee touted by T. J. Mitter & Son with machine oil also promoted.
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Kelley
Free transportation for Illinois Central stockholders to annual meeting
Illinois Central Railroad Company notes a July 21 1897 resolution amended to allow stockholders with registered shares to receive free travel tickets to Chicago for the annual meeting. Tickets valid four days before the meeting and the day of the meeting with return on meeting day and four following days. Applications must name holder and address as on stock certificate. Meeting set for September 26 1900 and transfer books close September 11 to September 27 1900.
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Illinois Central Railroad Company
Chicago
Ilinois Central Railroad Company
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W.G Bruen
A. G. Hackstafp
Illinois Central Company
Clear Lake Iowa Becomes Western Summer Resort Favorite
Iowa summer resort Clear Lake gains prominence with visitors from Illinois Minnesota and Wisconsin. The region offers fishing sailing and bathing with deluxe hotels and cottages. Iowa Central Railway promotes low round trip rates and invites inquiry via ticket agents or Geo Batty Marshalltown GA.
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Iowa Central Railway
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G. P
Marshalltown
Home Visitors Excursions by Iowa Central Railway
The Iowa Central Railway offers annual Home Visitors Excursions to Indiana Ohio and Louisville Kentucky on September 4 11 19 and 28 1900. Fares are less than one full round trip. Tickets go on sale September 8 10 and 27 with return passage limited thirty days from sale. For details contact Iowa Central Railway ticket agents or Geo S Batty G P T A Marshalltown Iowa.
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Iowa Central Railway, Or Address, Geo
Batty, G. P
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Marshalltown
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Dusuque
No. 15 Passenger Service Notes at Boone and Carroll
Service announces No. 15 will not carry baggage but passengers may ride to Boone and Carroll. All baggage to be checked must be delivered at baggage room 15 minutes before arrival of train. G. W. Rogers.
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G. W. Rogers
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