Admonitions and quips from a 19th century page
The piece quips that the 48th congress has few friends and should adjourn by sundown. It notes Anthony Comstock in Washington watching Robeson Keifer and Butterworth, claims Smyrna suffered fourteen hundred houses burned, and jokes about the khedive clinging to a harem. A Jumbo barbecue on August 30 is advertised, and a gossiping poke at boss tactics appears.
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Dormant political party shows signs of revival
The piece mocks the GOP by arguing the democratic party is not dead but in a state of suspended animation ready to rise again. It characterizes the situation as a temporary slumber rather than a permanent end, implying renewed activity could come.
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Behold the old quip on free soil and free speech
A dated exchange recalls a young man asking why join the republican party. The elder replies it stands for free soil free speech and free men. Now the reply would be to give it up and ask for an easier question.
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Martin Haynes Seen As Possible NH District Candidate
Martin Haynes, a respectable gentleman and prominent newspaper man, is discussed as a potential Republican candidate for Congress in New Hampshire's first district. He is not a boss loyalist and is unlikely to run this year, perhaps in a future year.
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World traveler robs from Boston common to Montreal letters home
A Newburyport man who began a round the world journey, halted in Boston by a robbery, has reached Montreal with help from friends. He plans to press on through Leadville, Colorado Springs, San Francisco, the Sandwich Islands, Yokohama, Canton, and via the Suez Canal, subject to actions by Arabi Pasha and Britain.
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Maine independents to meet in Portland for reform drive
Leading independents of Maine gather in Portland to map a path toward an independent Republican state convention. The scene pits anti machine sentiment against cautious advice from prominent papers as they weigh a strategy for this year and next. The Boston Advertiser urges aligning with the machine now to break it later, while the Portland Advertiser hints they mean business. The core split mirrors the Pennsylvania independents urging immediate anti machine action and a purer party next year.
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Robeson under fire in Camden district Times editorial
The Philadelphia Times attacks Robeson calling him a disgrace to party state and nation. It questions his power to dictate the democratic convention in his district and warns of a possible split if he secures republican nomination. The piece predicts Robeson’s retirement despite wealth patronage and threats.
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Mrs Scoville Objects to Guiteau Will in Probate
In Washington July 20 1882 Mrs Frances M Scoville sister of Charles J Guiteau files to caveat and protest probate of any last will or administration on the estate of Charles J Guiteau citing intent to examine in proper court and hire counsel. Immigrant inspection officials urge senate funding. western states threaten to halt immigrant trains if unsatisfied inspections persist and smallpox cases rise. House judiciary minority report calls withholding further patents on Northern Pacific lands. Senate tax on tobacco aids revenue bill. cabinet holds informal meeting. river and harbor bill postponed.
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Ex Senator Conkling Plea in Mandamus Case
New York July 20 Roscoe Conkling argues in the mandamus case that capital and labor form a natural partnership and pledges support for workers with fair wages. He warns such actions foster hostility between classes and harm honest laborers, though some may use the workers' name for own schemes.
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Elm House Burned at Salisbury NH Firework of Incendiary Suspected
The Elm house at the South Road village in Salisbury New Hampshire burned last night with contents. Owned by Paige Brothers of Henniker the loss is about 3000 with insurance. The Belmont operators F and Drew lose furnishings valued at 2009 not insured. Summer boarders found lodging with neighboring farmers. Great fire at Port au Prince. Havana July 20. Fire destroyed 83 houses near Plaza Mercado in Port au Prince including several shops and jewelry. Outlaws plundered buildings as fires raged. Spanish French and Liberian consuls reportedly proscribed by President Salomon and went to Jamaica on a Spanish nail steamer.
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Nail Makers' Association Holds Semiannual New London Cruise
A representative party of the Nail Makers' association of the United States held a semi annual reunion at the Pequot house today. After private business they cruised the harbor and adjacent waters and enjoyed a banquet at the hotel. Attendees included A A Washburn Jr Providence R I A S Fahey and H Leeds Jr Boston Mass and J Robinson Plymouth Mass.
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Hartwell Wins 54 Miles In Lewiston State Race
A 12 hour go at city hall began at noon for the state championship with Harry L Hartwell and William Townsend each posting $100. Townsend withdrew at 10 41 with 52 miles seven laps while Hartwell finished 54 miles twenty laps to be declared winner amid heavy outside betting.
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Steamer Alhambra collision suit starts in court
In New York a admiralty action seeks 40000 damages from Alhambra owners for the Rhode Island collision on the 15th. The monition was issued and the Alhambra seized. Also, Michael Kurtz, known as Sheeny Mike, is jailed for Italian American bank robbery. health release noted. US Steamboat Inspector reports no collision records yet. none will be released to newspapers.
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Army worm outbreak hits Cape Cod area in July heat
In Sandwich Massachusetts the army worm has appeared in large numbers across the cape eating grass corn and oats. The outbreak began about four days ago and follows a recent drought that has stressed crops. The potato harvest suffers while rye remains safe and hay is nearly harvested. The I N Keith railroad car plant at West Sandwich is currently idle but expected to restart soon.
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Weak leadership marks Congress as unproductive year
Special Correspondence critiques Congress as unfruitful in jobs and policy. It blames a slim Republican majority, demagogues, and a corrupt atmosphere led by Robeson and Kasson, with Kelley ousted from leadership and the House degraded by petty politics.
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Egypt War News Signals Bold Moves and Muted Action
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Portland laborer George Fisher ends life at railway yard
George Fisher a 40 year old laborer committed death by his own action in Portland on Thursday evening by throwing himself in front of an engine in the Grand Trunk railway yard. A letter found in his pocket said he had spent all his money sold his clothes for rum and bade his employer goodbye.
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Concord Temperance Committee Begins Subscriptions for Prohibition Speakers
The Central Temperance committee at Concord started collecting subscriptions to fund speakers who will canvass the state. Their aim is to secure nominees for the next legislature to vote to submit to the people a constitutional amendment to prohibit the manufacture and sale of spirituous liquors as a beverage.
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Diphtheria Cases in Jericho School District
Twenty five diphtheria cases reported in Jericho's school district. An accident in Newport left Johnson Miller with severe bruises and his wife with a broken collar bone. Local notes discuss Vermont incentives for pioneers and Vermont census figures showing foreign born residents and regional origins.
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