City Election Report From St Paul Minnesota Majorities
Crystallized notes show Democrats winning the St Paul mayoral race by a substantial margin. In Philadelphia Edward Parr fatally stabbed his daughter a married woman age thirty. Greenbackers launch a Washington weekly with Lee Crandle leading and Col Kellar assisting from Memphis. Caldwell Gazette declares death and ceases publication while J T Longino plans a new Democratic paper Caldwell Regrite after May 17.
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Edward Parr
The
Greenbackers
Washington
Lee Crandle
Col. Kellar
Memphis Avalanche
Caldwell Zagie
J. T. Longino
Caldwell Regrite
Mexico Committee Moves Half Million for Exposition Aid
A Mexican congressional committee has reported a bill to appropriate 500000 dollars for the expenses of the international exposition in the City of Mexico. Washington Capitol illumination tests a new electric light system to gauge its reach over a large area. The Denison News criticizes occupation taxes as uneven and unjust, while opposing the drummer tax as unnecessary. The House Democratic caucus plans measures to be proposed, including a bill to prevent military interference at polls. The Bonham News, though Democratic, calls Gov. Roberts the weakest Texas governor yet. In Atlanta, Cox is found guilty of killing Alston and sentenced to life in prison. Maine's Mr. Lapp proposes a bill to forbid military interference at elections. A Denison Heald writer argues against Til den nomination. The Sherman Register jokes about the article’s author and proofreader. The San Antonio Express questions Dallas as a state capital. Commodore Garnison’s $5000 gift to rebuild the Southern hotel in St. Louis sparks talk of his presidential potential. The Houston Telegram accuses the governor of opposing public schools and progress in Texas.
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Hayes switches to Homan for eastern district attorney
Brenham readers are surprised by a dispatch announcing Hayes has withdrawn and nominated W. K. Homan, ally of Jones, for district attorney of the eastern district. Senators favor confirmation but seek public opinion, while Homan is described as an independent with Democratic opposition from Jones supporters.
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Ewd
Hayes
Jones
W. K. Homan
Homan
Stabbing at Mass. Revival Linked to Child Sacrifice
A man named Cartes Freewan of Pacas set in Massachusetts allegedly stabbed his five year old daughter to death after a revival meeting. He claimed a revelation prompted the act, and neighbors describe him as crazy. The report also covers Texas immigration, public schooling, and state finances, contrasting Texas with Kansas in population growth, immigration policy, and land prices.
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J. B. Robertson
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Baxxer
Leadville letter and free school clash reach Texas governor
Amas from Washington county sends a nine page letter from Leadville April 21 detailing busteds and urging caution on risky investments. Dr Burus C Burveson denounces free schools as waste while the Texas governor vetoes school funding despite a legislative majority.
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Amas
Washington County
Baxner
Leadville
Debates Over Free Schools and Texas Tax Policy
The piece argues free schools strain Texas finances and demand higher taxes, claims immigration would not resume if taxes rise, and criticizes legislators for wasted time on buncombe. It cites Austin Gazette data on 104 Travis county communities and 4100 children, four months schooling, and notes varied press stances on Governor Roberts and vetoes.
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Austin Gasette
Travis County
Gasette
Washington County
Brenham
General Taylor’s stance on citizenship and property after the War
The late General Taylor neither sought nor accepted any restoration of citizenship or restitution of his property following the War.
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Taylor
The Stream of Life and the Ocean Beyond
A meditation on life as a river guiding us from youth to adulthood. The stream runs through blooming years, joys and disappointments, and final voyage toward the Infinite and the Eternal, with little hope of delay as the sea of immortality awaits.
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Earth
Siskop Hebes
Old Man's Remedy For Wounds And Trade Totals
A correspondent notes a folk remedy using smoke from burning wool to ease pain and inflammation in wounds. The piece also cites large export figures for cotton breadstuffs and animal products, highlighting their economic importance to the country.
Let Him Have His Receptions Grant Reception Debate
A New York legislature proposal for a public reception for Gen. Grant is debated. Critics warn such gestures may not sway voters and stress the need for genuine support from a broad electorate. The piece notes the risk of place seeking and favors against attracting broad electoral backing.
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New York
Gen. Grant
Grant
Durfee
Rhode Island
V. Y. Sun
Dont Be An Editor Says Transcript Voice
A quoted editorial from the Boston Transcript questions what a man of integrity should do when he is too good and honest for any other work. The piece argues against editorial self censorship and defends steadfast truthfulness in journalism.
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Boston Transcript
American agriculture vast, with growing output and future gains
The article argues farm area and output rise with improved cultivation. It cites 1878 corn, wheat, oats, rye, and buckwheat figures, total cereal production, and predicts future increases from broader plow use and better farming methods. It critiques current yields per acre and asserts potential doubling of crops.
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