Proposed Alaska Purchase Debate Shapes Public Opinion
The article reviews Seward's treaty with Russia for Alaska, noting mixed public reaction and the strategic value cited for Pacific coast shipping, timber, and naval premises. It discusses New York constitutional reform debates, Haitian governance under Geffrard, rumors of Napoleon targeting Cuba, and historical population counts, with commentary on Southern cotton versus cereal crops.
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Seward
Senate
Russia
America
Pacific Coast
Pacific
Harbora
Sandwich Ynlands
China
Japan
Advertising Agents Move to New York From Boston
Messna Geo P. Rowey and Co, long established Boston advertising agents, relocate to New York to expand business. Their monthly Advertiser's Gazette offers newspaper information to subscribers at one dollar annually, with offices at No 40 Park Row.
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No. 40 Park Row
Fatal Drill Accident at Hoosac Tunnel North Shaft
A drill, five feet long, rolled from a platform at Hoosac Tunnel’s north shaft and struck the bell man beneath. The weapon pierced his side and passed through his body into a heavy plank. the plank required splitting to free the drill. He died about twenty four hours after the incident.
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Newport Daily News
Albert Piiand
Newport
FearFru
Junction City
Kansas
William Moore
Moore
Hoosac
Spread of global news and local notes from 19th century papers
A broad survey of events includes bids for new territories and a French exposition, Boston opening seven free baths, fluctuating flour prices in Utah and California, a fatal incident in Arkansas, large real estate holdings by W. B. Astor, and multiple regional reports on industry, emigration, and politics.
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Sewann
Boston
W. B. Astor
Watter FE
Pris
North Adams
Mars
Kennebank
New York
Tecome
Bowman
London
Lowell
Mags
Madagascar
Erant
Spain
Custom House
Ireland
Town Meeting and School Reform Plea in Bristol
The annual town meeting at Town Hall opens at 10 A M with town officer elections and business. The Bristol school report laments declining attendance and low teacher salaries, urging higher appropriations, while notes on the new steamship line, lectures by Rev Dr Willets, and local advertisements follow.
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Ronber
Matthew Cushing
Middleborough
Town Hall
Duiston Puext Oor Puntic Schoois
Bristol
Vermont
Brattleboro
A. A. Willets
Brooklyn
Willets
Surprise testimonial presented to Pastor Thomas at State Street M E Church
The Reverend Thomas of State Street M E Church received a $200 testimonial from church friends after a surprise ceremony at a prayer meeting. William E. Thompson announced the gift on behalf of the congregation, highlighting their appreciation for his services and a shared sentiment of giving. The notice also urges joining the Y M C A before next month’s initiation fee increase.
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Thomas
State Street
M. E
John N. Burgess
William E. Thompson
Y. M. C. Association
Phrenological Journal May Number Advertisement
An early periodical catalog listing topics and contributors including Franklin and Jackson portrait works, Sweden kings portraits, Cherokee legend, origins of humanity, phrenology in school, the metric system, muscular power, and various essays. Subscription details cite S. R. Wells editor at 889 Broadway New York.
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New York
Bristol
Franklin and Jackson
Mark Lemon
London
Punch
Sweden
Aliie Arnoll
E.G. Squier
Scenery and weeds feature in upper Missouri travel note
An excerpt from a private letter describes the Upper Missouri scenery with sheer cliff faces, domes, and cannonball motifs, noting no trees but grand views. The section on weeds warns they cost farmers millions, hinder crops, and spread from neighboring fields.
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Missouri
Boston Journal
Montana
Missouri River
Flo
Upper
Tsan
Pilots and Pilotage Act details from the Rhode Island period
The act fixes government appointment of three Pilots Commissioners for three year terms with staggered starts. It outlines commission authority for pilotage, vessel coverage, fees, records, audits, and enforcement with penalties for unlicensed piloting. It also covers rates, exemptions, towage rules, and annual reporting to the Secretary of State.
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United States
Newport
Bristol
Warren
Vnlese
Point Judith
Brenton
Commissionera
Secretary of State
General Assembly
Supreme Court
Ohn R Bartlet
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Cuba
Portugal
Houston Telegraph
Texas
A Millidgeville’ Recorder
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Indiana
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Philadelphia
Stephen Smith
Rhode Island Manufacturing Enterprise i
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Red River
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California
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Louisiana
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Rhode Island
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Mace
Kilton Smith
North Carolina
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West Rupert, Vt
Rebecca Flanders
Chilmark
Mass
New York City
Greenville
Flood
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Henry Bowen
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Newport Harbor
Olp Bay Wang
United States Senate
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Joan G. Mi ¥Ens
Lovejoy’s Hotel
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Wayre Rouse
Illinois
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Charlestown
Davi D. Frero
Congregational Church
Stockbridge
Tesday
Grand Master of Masons
Minnesota
Groner T. Dowdixe
New York Commercial Advertiser
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Randall
Colorado
Tue
Young Men's Curisoraan Association
Tlon T A Jenckes
Ryder & Bro
H. Whitney
Thos. Phillips
George H. Whitney
Building Fund
Charles Sherry, Jr
Sidney S. Ryder & Bro
Providence Press Co
Messrs. Cyarx & Co
Syracuse
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