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Belmont Weekly Dispatch in Belmont, New York
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Newspaper
Belmont Weekly Dispatch
Location
Belmont, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1891
Page
2
Prohibitionists to Convene in St Louis June 29 30 1892
The Prohibitionists will hold their national convention in St Louis on June 29 and 30, 1892. Senator Proctor has shown through bills for army improvements that the cabinet is a top graduating school for a senator. Ruskin advises a man to know three things: location, destination, and best conduct given the circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Proctor
Ruskin
Satisfaction or fight should be Blaine's brief dispatch
Bradford Star reports Blaine issues a concise dispatch to the Chilean government framing the choice as satisfaction or conflict. The communication emphasizes clarity and firmness, signaling a direct diplomatic stance amid ongoing tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine
Bradford Star
Reed advises on expediting business in Congress
As a member of the House Committee on Rules, Reed suggests how the Democratic majority can speed actions in Congress, offering practical points to accelerate legislation without claiming potential for leadership.
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Reed
House Committee On Rules
Congress
Ex-President Not a Candidate Says Confidential Friend
A confidential friend of Mr. Cleveland is quoted saying the ex-president will not seek the presidency next year. The friend’s name is not given, but the report suggests the name Dennis.
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Cleveland
Dennis
Peculiarity of the Party Praised by Brooklyn Eagle
The Democratic Brooklyn Eagle lauds Hon. Stephen B. Elkins as a man of remarkable business ability and success after his recent appointment as secretary of war. It contrasts this with the Republican party's view of putting such figures into office to serve the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn Eagle
Stephen B. Elkins
Republican ’Party
Postmasters of the First Class Meet in Cuba
A group of county postmasters met in Cuba on the 15th to discuss securing legislation for postmaster rights and pay. They propose a permanent organization and appointed a committee to arrange a January meeting. They insist the needed legislation is just and worthy of acknowledgment.
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Cuba
Elkins Nominated for Secretary of War by President Harrison
President Harrison sent to the Senate the nomination of Stephen B. Elkins of West Virginia for Secretary of War. Elkins was born in Perry County Ohio on September 26 1841 served in the Civil War and later practiced law in New Mexico. He held terms in the territorial legislature and was elected delegate to Congress in the 1870s and 1880s. He also served on the National Republican Committee and supported Blaine in 1884.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Senate
Stephen B. Elkins
West Virginia
Sec’y
Mr. Elkins
Perry
Missouri
Missouri Volunteers
New Mexico
Congress
National Republican Committee
Chilean Officials Face U S Demands Over Sailor Deaths
A New York Press forecast warns that Chile must atone for the attack on American sailors or face decisive U S action. The piece asserts the United States will enforce dignity and justice, suggesting severe measures if Chile refuses to yield to American legislation and penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ean
United States
Chili
N. Y
Chill
Bradford incident highlights dangers of carrying firearms
In Bradford, Chaz Yooungs Jr. accidentally shot a friend, injuring the man’s ankle in what authorities call a serious but non fatal incident. The case underscores concerns about firearm safety and handling.
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Chaz
Yooungs, Jr
Bradford
Washington Letter on Sunday Exposition and Charity
The dispatch notes petitions urging Congress to condition the World’s Fair loan on Sabbath closing. It cites Representative Springer’s support for Sunday opening and warns of strong lobbying to prevent action. The piece also covers the United Christian Commission’s first annual meeting, library support for armed services, and a famine relief subscription drive for Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
House of Representatives
Springer
Illinois
Washington
Associated Charities
G. A.R
United Christian Commission
Army
Navy
Christian Commission
J.T. Smith
8S. M Newman
George Elliott
Naye
Fort. .Niobrara
Nebraska
Clark
W. E. Parson
B. Poole
The
New York
Europe
Treasury Department
Talmage's New Year's Maxims Brighten Life in Journal
Dr. T Dewitt Talmage offers a series of short maxims in January Ladies Home Journal urging readers to make this year the brightest and happiest by resolving to act with God at the start and end of each day.
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T. Dewitt Talmage
Ladies’ Home Journal
Be content with what you have and love God
This devotional-tinged piece urges contentment with current blessings, joyful family life, and a respectful, honest outlook. It emphasizes filling home with good reading and bright music, thinking well of others, staying busy, and honoring sacred things as guidance for health and happiness.
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God
Friendship Happenings and Christmas Tales
Local notes from Friendship report residents at home for Christmas and New Year. Several people travel between Belmont Cuba and Allegany. illnesses such as grip and a broken rib keep some indoors. Congregational and Methodist activities, a Christmas tree, Crane’s drama, and a chimney fire near James McGinnis are mentioned along with visitors and greetings.
Masons Install Officers in Special Communication
The Masons held a special communication Saturday evening and installed officers in due form. N. M. D. A. Daniels, S. W. F. C. Malkin, J. W. A. M. Wellman, Treasurer H. F. Wells, So. Don. McClure. The lodge is in a prosperous and gaining condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masons
N. M
D. A. Daniels
F.C. Malkin
J. W
Treas
H. F. Wells
Don. McClure
Farm ers' Club Annual Meet at Belfast
The Farm ers' Club meets in Belfast on January 6 92 to elect officers for the year. The program includes a welcome address by J S Bartlett, readings, multiple talks by J S Woodward of Lockport on profitable sheep farming and winter dairy cattle care, music, officer reports, and an election. Dinners offered by G A Relief Corps at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Club
Belfast
Masic
J. S. Bartlett
I. J. Hammond
Cuba
J. S. Woodward
Lockport
N. Y
Milton Woods
Rushford
G. A. Relief Corps
Woodward
Temperance and Religion in Allegany County Faith Outreach
A sermon excerpt urges action for Allegany Christians to support missions after noting Allegany counts fifty worship places and a US grant of 13 000 000 to the church in 1890. It contrasts open Sunday observance with a tainted fair and calls for a Sunday of rest upheld by law against gamblers and saloon-keepers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chautauqua
America
Venus de Medici Waist Measurements and Ideals
An article discusses waist size expectations for women, comparing the Venus de Medici’s measurements to typical American figures. It cites varying standards among models and physicians, noting hip width, waist, and bust ratios, and contrasts Indo-European body types with other races. The piece includes a tale of British officers at dinner with a brief scene.
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Laches
Venus de Medici
New York City
New York Ledger
The Cobra Test of a Subaltern’s Courage
A young subaltern sits immobile as a chained cobra approaches a saucer of milk. The major calmly fires, killing the snake to prove the subaltern’s steadiness and save his life. The scene unfolds with formal English restraint and deadly stakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luce
Burke
Calcutti
A Huge Magnet From Sun’s Light Linked to Earth Magnetism
Professor Frank H. Bigelow reports that sunlight traversing Earth’s orbital path also carries a magnetic field. The study suggests Earth’s magnetic variations and permanent magnetism arise from solar magnetic forces, aligning with Professor Hertzas’ view on light and electricity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank H. Bigelow
Avlar
Hertzas
Sciéuce
Reform in journalism and a lazy retirement tale
A vignette recalls James Parton seeking worthy deeds for a Good Deeds feature, but the column perishes from lack of incidents. A husband explains post engagement laziness as his wife notes past activity, with a Chicago Tribune tone on domestic life and a satire of constant motion. The piece ends with a note on the State Bank of Belmont annual meeting on January 12, 1892.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Parton
Harvard
Ile
George
Iver
State Bank of
Belmont
N. Y
W. J. ArcHarpson
Allegany's Climate Stance Echoes Past Debate
A fragment recalls Allegany aligning with peers on climate policy years ago and notes a turning point marked by a harsh weather remark. The line suggests public discourse shifted as extreme conditions tested regional positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegany
Dental craftsman offers crowns and bridges in Wellsville
Advertises gold and porcelain crowns, removable bridges, plates, fillings, and tooth straightening. Claims painless extraction as a specialty. Signed by H M Sheerar and E V Shearer, dentists, Wellsville, Jan 1, 1892.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M.sheerar
E. V. Superrar
D.D.S. Wellsville
Kennedy Favorite Remedy Promoted for Women Health
A promotion for a blood purifying remedy from Rondout advocates its use to protect women from disease. The ad claims the medicine strengthens the body against age climate and season and should be kept at home for children and adults alike.
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