Missing Norfolk steamer passenger hid $100000 cash
Cicero Harrison longtime Michigan resident and cousin of ex president Harrison disappeared aboard the steamship Guyandotte from Norfolk to New York. He carried $100000 in money and securities. Foul play is suspected by some while others doubt it. Mrs Mary Oliver says the disappearance is mysterious as he had no enemies and was in good health.
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Fourth of July bachelor club in Walton County celebrates in 1831
A historic clipping recounts a Walton County Georgia 1831 Fourth of July celebration by a bachelor club. The event featured a procession, reader, chaplain, orator, and dinner with ladies present. toasts followed praising union and domestic bliss despite some dissonant remarks.
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United States
Walton County
Jamestown
Old Landmark Blighted by Lightning Strike in Corgurrr
An old oak in the public square of Corgurrr Georgia was struck by lightning at 1 o clock. The tree aged about forty years shaded the public area as a refreshment for people and animals in hot summer days. A horse rack beneath it survived untethered in the nearby yard.
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Corgurrr
Put on the Limit to Stop Blind Tigers in Athens
Citizens urge higher fines to deter blind tiger activity in Athens as mayors face criticism for leniency. A reporter notes repeated cases and calls for penalties exceeding profits to curb bootlegging. Frank Lipscomb and Ben Steedly depart on a high speed bicycle tour to Highlands via Carneeville Valhalla.
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Old field weed mullein stelk touted as lung remedy
Advert reads that mullein weed, known as mullein stelk, is sold as Taylor's Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Gum and Mullein. It claims to treat coughs, croup, colds and consumption, presenting itself as the most famous remedy for lung troubles.
Secretary Morton Letter on Silver Question Prompts Treasury Debate
The Post will print Secretary Morton’s letter to Hon. J. F. Lee of Manhattan dated case 17 discussing the silver purchase, gold reserve strain, and a proposed legal tender test using 412 1-2 grain dollars to challenge fiat money notions. Morton questions government coin value versus metal content and challenges per ounce valuations.
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Manhattan
United States
NEW CHAIRMAN TO HEAD DISTRICT COMMITTEES
Gossip on personnel shifts for top House committees grows after Speaker Crisp signals changes. Wilson of West Virginia is tipped to take Ways and Means, with Sayres of Texas or Dockery of Missouri likely for Appropriations. Debate over coinage chair remains open as Bland may be challenged. Crisp travels to New York for a Tammany engagement.
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New York
Athens Water Works Case Moves to Clarke Superior Court
The Athens Water Works case faces a new turn as the city seeks to try it in Clarke Superior Court before any New York proceedings. Mc Nottman, the New York lawyer, aims to delay in New York until Clarke court resolves questions tied to the water works dispute.
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Athens Citizen John D. Mitchell Dies at 86
John D. Mitchell, a longtime Athens resident born in Halifax Virginia in 1913, died at 6 pm yesterday at Mrs. J. M. Mounce’s Meiggs Street home. Funeral services will be at Crooked Creek Church Jackson County at 10 am today. He was a member of the Christian Church and spoke of awaiting his release from pain.
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Crooked Creek Church
Jackson County
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Christian Church
Objectionable Insurance Laws Sparking State Protests
Jackson Tennessee July 3 large public anger over the new insurance laws. Many companies plan to suspend operations until repeal. Governor Torney expected to call an extraordinary session to resolve the crisis. The legislature faces sharp criticism for causing business disruption and extra costs.
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Tennessee
Torney
Local Citizens Praise Trusted Remedies In Town Sale
A publisher extols Dr King s New Discovery Dr King s New Life Pills Bucklen s Arnica Salve and Electric Bitters saying they sell well and satisfy buyers. The note guarantees remedies and promises helpful results for universal use and public confidence.
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Times Comments on Cleveland Call for Special Session
The Wirries notes Cleveland’s call for a special session and urges reform through Congress. It praises a return to sound money and warns the Sherman act as not the sole cause of current business distress while suggesting party gains will influence policy priorities.
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Gettysburg Monument Dedicated on Thirtieth Anniversary
Bright sun lit Gettysburg's Battlefield as New York's monument to fallen heroes was unveiled. Seven thousand New York veterans attended with governors, survivors, and visitors from other states for the solemn dedication amid ceremonies recalling the three day battle.
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Warning to stay away from federal building in Chicago
Citizens of Chicago are officially warned to keep out of the United States government building housing the post office customs house and federal court rooms. City Building Commissioner Toolon says he would condemn the old shell and order tenants to leave if the structure belonged to a private owner, then tear it down.
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Chicago
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Toolon
Fire at Empire Manufacturing Plant Causes Major Loss
A blaze at Empire Manufacturing in Isatronshire Kansas, July 8, caused about 30,000 dollars in losses with about 50 000 of equipment damaged as spontaneous combustion sparked the fire. The plant’s location near the river hindered water access and the fire department struggled to reach the scene.
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Central railroad reorganization talks in New York amid committee meetings
President Comer and Directors Phinizy and Howell arrived to confer with the Hollins committee on reorganizing the Central railroad. A meeting is set for Wednesday at 10 00, with two Terminal committee teams also to meet.Modifications may be required after Judge Jacksons decision, but hope remains for stockholders and junior security holders as talks proceed.
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Breckinridge engagement rumors denied by Breckinridge
New York July 4 The engagement of Congressman Breckinridge and Miss Madeline Pollard was declared unfounded by Breckinridge who said rumors caused annoyance. He noted familiarity with Pollard since childhood and referenced fallout from a speech related to General Sherman. The page includes standings, scattered notices, and brief local items.
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