Oleomargarine debate hooks Washington readers 1880
A lengthy letter to the editor argues oleomargarine as a legitimate substitute for butter, detailing its history, production, and alleged public benefits. It cites studies, chemists, and government officials, claiming strong consumer and industry support and urging caution against restrictive legislation.
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Wasetreton
D. C
News
Ser
Mansaating
Pat Wintr
Colombia
Washington City
Pbls
Congress
Sofarar Posible
Cleo
New York City
Tesla
Mal Fikees
Euler
C. Caldwell
Cornell University
New York
E. A. Mott, Jr
Commercial
Aida
United
Commission Merchants
C. Coc
United States
Gotham
Sleeping a Life Away Case Stuns Schenectady Doctors
A Schenectady man, Nathan G Vrooman, a Central Hudson Railroad employee, lapsed into a prolonged sleep with unusual symptoms. He slept for weeks while remaining alert only to questions, then awoke briefly before another long sleep, with no fever or evident brain disease, leaving physicians puzzled. The piece notes his age and caretakers, including a widow sister, and warns the case is extraordinary.
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Nathan, G. Vrooman
Anl
Central Hudson Railroad
Schenectady
Ed Sinter
Syraruss Chicker
KalLOCH KILLING AT THE CHRONICLE OFFICE
Charles De Young editor of the Chronicle died after J M Kalloch fired twice in San Francisco. The confrontation occurred on April 23 at the ground floor of the Chronicle building near Kearney and Bush streets. Kalloch was arrested and jailed as crowds gathered and police restrained the area.
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Bax Faanersoo
Charles de Young
the Chronicle
de Young
Kalloch
Bystandiere
Balloch
Citi Gan
Steseb
Chronicle Office
M. H. de Young
Hayg
Chariet
Hia Penon
Roronzkeds
Zamsain
Father de Young
Boston
San Francisco
J. M. Kal- Joo
Mada Frenee
Ederhein & Co
de Oune
Kearney
Mayo
J da Young
Young Kalloch
Do Young
Jozi
Iate
Sendlot
Young Kallord
Tome
Dan Young
Market Street
Chronicle
Charles da Young
Sancisco
Tig Chronicle
Wick
Ds Young
Jess Sod
Chronicls
Postolice
Benjamin FP Napthaly
Gustavus
Michael
Louisiana
Hesthoulanly
A Curious Revelation from Gen James Steadman Memoir
A column recalls Gen James Steadman’s reminiscences about his Chattanooga command and a tale of Parson Brownlow with a serpentine birthmark, linking it to Oliver Wendell Holmes, then ends with an ad for genuine Hop Bitters and a note on telegraph cables between the U S and Europe.
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James Steadman
Chickamauge
Auguste
Chattanooga
Par
Brawnlow
Alos
Gen
Steed
Oliver Wendell Halmes
Parson Brownlow
Elsie Venner
Brownlow
Dr. Holmes
Century of Engineering Feats in Transport Progress
A long summary of 19th century engineering milestones outlines rapid growth in railways steamships telegraphs and gas illumination. It notes England and the United States expansion from 1840s onward with figures on railroad mileage capital investment and global reach, and recalls Peter Francisco as a Revolutionary War hero through a local reminiscence.
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Pey
Philosphers
William Henry Barlow
Institution of Civil Engineers of England
England
United States
Liverpool and Manchester
George Stephenson
Stevenson
Ogland
Alles
Europe
Asia
Africa
Ching
Jupdo
Bramey
South America
Central Asia
Slains
Great Western
Cunard
Servisia
Waahi A
Baltimore
Jaod
London
United Kingdom
Barlow
du- Ting
New York Sur
Bates and his Drink Fueled Crime and Moral Tumult
The piece chronicles William Bates a quiet man turned violent by liquor detailing his marriage, separations, the murder at a dance, and execution at Barnwell. It argues drink destroys judgment leads to crime and urges South Carolina women to oppose drunkenness while praising old fashioned female virtue and warning youth.
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Boos
Christmay
Bates
Barnwell
Honora
Liqour
South Carolina
Abe
Blackville
Sbatemious
Easure
Aia
Ariel Courier
Four Ministers Sons in Civil War Deaths at Sharpsburg
The account recalls four ministers sons in Company K of the 8th South Carolina who died during the Battle of Sharpsburg and related actions. Thomas Cirey Duncan and James Jerman Palmer perished in the field with Duncan dying in Palmer's arms. The passage lists peers like Horace Asbury McSwain and Theodotus Padgett Capers and notes other wounded comrades from the same unit and era.
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Manasus
Thomas Cirey Duncan
Poe Ee
Tor
Reston
Thie Abell
Theodotus Padr and
Capers
Blabop Osparay Whiteford
Andrew Smith
Whitefoord Smith
Wolford College
James Jerman Palmer
John & Palmer
St. Stephen’s Parish
Chrieston
Rishard Watson
Pairheid
David Bearden
Spartanburg
Mitchell
Duncan
Palmer
Wofford College
McSwain
Smith
John Fanterling Walker
Charles Walker
South Carolina
Georgerlen Kirkland
Wo. Kirkland
Joven Walker
Jenkins
Maryland
I. John
Evins
Congress
H. H. ‘Thomson
Sharpsburg
Agpanation
John H. Blissingame
Sarena County
Walford College
License pistols to curb concealed carry proposed by planter
A colonial era editorial argues against concealed pistols and endorses licensing with a silver badge system. It cites failed bans and highlights moral reform, proposing a license fee attributed to the informer share to enforce accountability. The piece endorses the plan and urges legislative action.
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Vanen
Marlborough Planter
General Assembly
Heensa
Columbia
Why Boys Stay Or Leave the Farm Says Prairie Farmer
A Prairie Farmer essay argues that many fathers push boys to farm by showing only harsh chores and denying ownership. It urges making farming attractive with books, games, and shared learning to foster pride and reduce desires to leave for other work or education.
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Mio
Goya
Aunrine
Father
Guy
Tesme
The Bad Habit of Swearing and Its Effects
A critique of frequent profanity across genders notes swearing often reflects weak speech, unsettled emotion, and safety valve use. It argues expletives lose force, fail to express genuine meaning, and present a harmful habit, even among otherwise civilized people, while urging calmer speech.
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