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Retiring U S Treasurer Gen Spinner threatens to taint treasury funds worth over 100 million dollars. Beecher trial spawns criticism from Dr Talmage. Butler acts as counsel in a New Orleans seized property case. Sheridan writes Sherman on Black Hills and gold prospects. Michigan voters consider prohibition via constitutional amendment in 1876. Japan advances with a war vessel, obstetric college, and dollar coin. Boston spelling match sees newspaper crew lose to high schoolers. Childers lauds America in London. Ruskin cited for dislikes of smoke, trains, and words. Westward suggestion offered. Texas border raids prompt official calm. Mexico to act. Cameron and Morton to be consulted.
Inquiry into Repeated Disorders and Mexican Authorities
Aimed at examining causes of recurring disorders and engaging Mexican authorities in discussion on the subject. This indicates a collaborative approach to identify factors and seek cooperation for resolution.
Famine Devastates Asian Towns and Regions
The famine in Asia Minor has struck Karajali with 355 deaths from 400 residents and Akali with 500 of 1,200 perishing by starvation. In Yuva more than half the population has died, underscoring how exposure and harvest failure devastate even generous climates and rich soils. The piece contrasts urban privations with rural famine and notes famines recur yearly across Asia and Africa.
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Asia Minor
Karajali
Akali
Yuva
Asia
Africa
Noah Webster a Democrat of a Rigid Stamp in Early America
The life and labors of Noah Webster are recounted as an entertaining and instructive tale of American republican struggles. It notes his wartime service, scholarship, and choice to promote spelling books and dictionaries, while celebrating his energy and moral stance amid early republic challenges.
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Noah Webster
Webster
America
Dr. Franklin
New York Evening Post
Fishes swallow without chewing and many beasts show quirky traits
The article lists natural oddities from numerous species. It notes fish swallow whole with no teeth, beelike stings often kill the stinger, turtles bury eggs, lobsters regrow claws, snakes live long without food, and various animal habits like frogs and toads feeding only on live prey, while others like alligators and crocodiles are described with enduring tales.
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Brazil
South America
Texas
A Quaint Picture of the Capital Maryland
A Baltimore Gazette blurb recalls Annapolis as Maryland’s historic capital with colonial costumes and social rituals. The Milwaukee Sentinel riffs on old era charm and news echoes, noting women’s elegance and editors lamenting prolific Patent Office reports and wet April showers.
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Annapolis
Maryland
Severn
Baltimore Gazette
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