Bull Fight in Cuba Described as Cruel Spectacle
A Cuban bull fight is vividly recounted with barbed arrows, fire, and deadly swords. The narrator details the brutal process from banderilleros to the matador, noting spectators including women and the event’s use for charity. They meet famed picador Feronimo Roche and condemn the cruelty.
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Spain
Banderilleros
Chulos
Havana
Cuba
Madrid
Feronimo Roche
Carrito de Cartegena
Senor Roche
Booth
Forest
Senor R
Georgia
Assault claims crush a young Elberton leader’s career
Authentic reports from Elberton recount a severe assault accusation against Hon. P. W. Davis, a legislator praised for talent. Wounded and in critical condition, he faces strong calls to resign while many townspeople urge patience and investigation.
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Harper
Davis
Starper
Alexander
Phil Davis
Elberton
Oglethorpe County
Senate
House
Randall Dying: End Near As He Slips Away
Washington April 12 Special Report states Representative J Randall is critically ill and fading fast. His family remains at his bedside while doctors note his life is sustained by will power and opiate use remains a mystery to them. Death expected hourly as he weakens. In a separate ad a sales pitch touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for poor appetite and headaches.
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Christan
Cuba
Tsaw
Joonhia
Jose
Hindy
Gene Lote
Avda
Cowey
Vna
Athinfa
EP Howell
Cat
Uis
Madrid
Muself
Lee Oup
Che
Tse
Ofiver
Cereionies
de- Syed
Allens
Wey
Jena
Orr
Havana
Spain
Jester
PBS
Jackson Street
Mr. Randall
Washington
J. Randall
Advancing Farm Life Through Machinery and Government
The article contrasts pioneer and modern farming, praising improved plows, harvesters, and transport that boost output and ease labor. It laments debt, foreclosures, and money power influencing Congress, arguing for equal rights, responsible governance, and protection of farmers against elite exploitation. It singles out local representatives Henrys and critiques financial schemers.
The Christian Temper and Forgiveness Reform
A religious columnist critiques Christian temper, urging patience with offenses and repeated forgiveness. The piece stresses the Gospel demands unlimited pardons and condemns quick anger, urging true disciples to cultivate sweetness, gentleness, and calm.
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Methodist Recorder
Sunday Obser vance by Chicago Journeymen Barbers
More than a hundred Chicago journeymen barbers voted to cease work on Sundays and form city clubs to support Sunday closing in cooperation with the Sunday-closing Association. The Chicago Observer notes rising use of “Closed on Sunday” signs across the city. The passage ends with a reflection on virtue and practicality from the New York Observer.
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Journeymen Barbers
Chicago
Chicago Observer
Faradays Lost Cup and a Mother's Sacrifice
A minister cites Faraday dissolving and restoring a silver cup to illustrate gods power to reunite the dead. A shipwreck tale follows, where a sailor named Harry chooses to rescue one man despite his mother’s pleas, risking his own safety to save a single life.
Rescue at Sea and Brother Will’s Courage
A perilous sea rescue ends with Will saved from the rigging after a life threatening struggle. Harry, near fainting, proclaims they saved him and asks to tell their mother. The scene ends with a call to noble deeds, suggesting salvation for others on time and eternity.
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Tom
Harry
Brother Will
Tomadge
The Letter Thief Faces New Role and Old Offenses
Bi Pledger Jr., son of the Georgia Republican chairman, resurfaces as a water-carrier on the G C N road near Five Forks Madison County. He reportedly took a sack of flour and ten pounds of bacon offered for rations, then disappeared and is suspected of selling the provisions. Officials warn he will answer for offenses if he returns to Athens.
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Bi Pledger, Jr
Bil Pledger, Jr
Republican Central Committee
Georgia
Snider
Five Forks
Madison County
Athens
Maj C E McGregor and Judge Twiggs Near Duel in Warrenton
Maj. C E McGregor once faced a possible duel with Judge Twiggs after war times. McGregor, a former drummer for the Augusta Hotel, later worked for the National Republican and printed in Augusta. Twiggs, rising in law, angered McGregor with remarks leading to a near confrontation settled after days of tension.
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Maj
C. E. McGregor
Warrenton
Twiggs
Maj. McGregor
Augusta
National Republican
E. H. Pugh
McGregor
Hill
A Bad Runaway at Auction Bell on Washington Street
A horse frightened by an auction bell near Mr. Haddock’s bolted from its wagon on Washington Street yesterday morning. The team tore down the street, crashed into the sidewalk near Mrs. Reese’s, and damaged trees and a horse. One horse was fatally injured and shot to end its misery. the Hodgson Bros. delivery horse valued at about $200. the driver escaped unharmed.
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Cuban Society For the
Encouragement of
Banderilleros
Georgia
Washington Street
Hodgson Bros
Mothers Winslow Teething Syrup Ad and Shilohs Plaster
An old advertisement promotes Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming relief of pain gums colic and diarrhea at 25 cents a bottle. It also sells Shilohs Plaster for lame back side or chest at 25 cents, with John Crawford & Co as the sellers.
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John Crawford & Co
Lanks Ghost Terrifying tale at Rembert House
Turner ville correspondent recounts the legend of Lank, the murdered Miss Stowe, and the bone wreckage of old Lank's remains. The tale places a ghostly figure haunting the Rembert house near Tallulah Falls, with sightings by Mr Lyle and many locals, including repeated bone burying and a chilling warning to visitors.
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Rembert Place
Tallulah Falls
Tallulah River
Rembert
Franklin County
Carnesville
Stowe
Earth
Adam
Eve
Garden of Eden
Miss Stowe
Mr. Lyle
Mr Lyle
Turnerville
L'Occoa News
To Run for President
New York April 12 Special President Harrison has formally announced that he will be a candidate for re nomination in 1892. Skiff the jeweler is praised for honest goods and prompt repairs, offering quality watches and jewelry with guaranteed service.
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New York
Harrison
Skiff
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P. W. Davis
Elverton
Phil
Alliance Department
George T. Murrell, Eprron
Mississippi
Henry
Congressional
Congress
John Crawford
Shiloh
Losa
Aponte
Religious Department
Dr.c. W. Lane
Eptror
New York Observer
Faradays
CUP
Faraday
Christ
Will
Judge Twiggs
Banquo
United States
Chemical Division
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
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