Seward Lincoln contrasted in defense of public merit
A lengthy critique argues that William H. Seward deserves his own reputation separate from Lincoln. It contends Lincoln was the driving mind of the era while Seward shaped policy in the background. The piece rebukes Charles Francis Adams for diminishing Seward and defends Lincoln’s distinctive leadership and legacy. The essay also notes tension over capital and labor and criticizes New York Court of Appeals sympathy for Stokes after Fisk's murder.
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Charles Francis Adams
Seward
Abraham Lincoln
Adams
Mr. Lincoln
Mr Seward
Lincoln
Mr. Seward
Mr. Adams
William H. Seward
Court of Appeals ruling sparks debate on crime punishment
The piece criticizes a New York Court of Appeals decision in a murder case involving Edward S. Stokes, arguing it undermines justice and allows a murderer a chance to escape. It denounces the influence of wealth on legal outcomes and questions the integrity of the lower courts and political interests in New York.
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New York Court of Appeals
Stokes
Court of Appeals
Fisk
Edward S. Stokes
City of
New York
State of New York
United States of America
New York State
Ingenious Worcester Shooting Gallery Target Unveiled
Two Worcester men construct a clever shooting gallery target featuring a full rigged ship that sails to life on an orchestrion. The ship glides toward its bull’s eye as the gun fires, delivering a dramatic display.
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Worcester Gazette
Worcester
The Defiant Mesa Town of Defiance and Its Moqui Residents
A traveler climbs a steep mesa to Defiance Mesa, home to Moqui people. He describes terraced corn fields on sand ridges, scarce water, rock galleries, and a dramatic welcome as women and children shout jokow jokow from rooftops.
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Bacpeen
China
Wheat production in 1872 reaches new national total
The Commissioner of Agriculture reports U S wheat output for 1872 at 249 997 000 bushels, up 12 275 000 from 1871. California leads with 25 600 000 bushels, followed by Illinois Wisconsin Minnesota and Iowa. Northwestern states total 92 298 000 bushels, up 26 230 000 from the prior year.
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Commissioner of Agriculture
United States
California
Illinois
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Iowa
Captain Jack and the Modoc War Turmoil
The article discusses Captain Jack’s defiance and the reluctance to force him to confess to General Canby’s death. It argues officers should act to end his suffering quickly and condemns leniency toward the Modoc killer. It condemns those who prefer life imprisonment over execution and warns against pardons.
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Jack
Tie
General Canby
Captain Jack
Walworth tragedy sparks national discussion
The Walworth case draws wide condemnation as press voices denounce the murder of Frank Walworth’s father. Editors argue for rule of law over private vengeance and warn of the dangers of metropolitan corruption.
Despatch From Decatur Details Drake Poisonings
A report from Decatur Illinois recounts the 1865 poisoning of farmer A W Drake near Moncauqua. His mother in law Mrs York, suspected of involvement, fled to Kansas where she confessed poisoning him. Mrs Drake, his daughter, later died after a similar poisoning incident connected to a planned dose for her son.
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Decatur
Illinois
A. W. Drake
Moncauqua
Ill
T. N. Drake
Ir. R. Drake
Legendary Middletown Willimantic railroad opened
The new railroad between Middletown Connecticut and Willimantic is described as the most costly and difficult in New England. It spans 28.5 miles with 25 deep cuts and 50 fills and trestles. The Ly man viaduct rises 137 feet and costs 200000 dollars. The Rapallo viaduct is longer but lower. The line crosses rugged terrain with 78 brooks and granite culverts. A through New York Boston line proposes shortening travel by about 20 miles via this corridor.
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Middletown
Connecticut
Willimantic
New England
United States
Lyman
Rapallo
New York and New England Railroad Company
New Haven
Boston
Worcester
Springfield
Hartford
New York
Floral concert at First Baptist Church Sunday evening
The Sabbath School linked to the First Baptist Church plans a floral concert in the church tomorrow evening. The event features strawberries ice cream cake and other treats as part of the program.
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First Baptist Church
Town Council Board of Canvassers Meets to Clean Voter Lists
The Town Council as a Board of Canvassers held a meeting in the Council Chamber Monday afternoon to correct the registry lists of voters. Few names were required to be stricken from the lists.
Meetings of the Christian Association Schedule
Meetings of the Christian Association will be held Sunday. Morning at the Asylum at 10:30. Evening at the Common at 6. North East District school house at 7:30. Proceeding weather permitting.
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The
Christian Association
Asylum
North East District
Aquidneck Rifles Visit Bristol on Fourth of July
The Aquidneck Rifles under Captain Smith of Newport accept Captain Quirk’s invitation and will visit Bristol on the fourth day of July. They will be joined by the Redwood Band of Newport.
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Bristol Asylum
Aquidneck Rifles
Smith
Newport
Bristol Light Infantry
Quirk
Redwood Band
Man on Thames Street Finds Liberty in City Life
A description notes a man on Thames Street who cherishes liberty and uses both sidewalks for his enjoyment. It highlights how the world’s spirit aids his contentment with life.
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Thames Street
Young Boy Bitten by Dog Near Oliver Street
Willie Paull, son of Mr. Henry Paull on Oliver Street, was bitten severely by a large dog at a nearby stable on Wednesday afternoon. Dr. L. W. Briggs dressed the wounds, and they are progressing well.
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Willie Paull
Henry Paull
Oliver Street
L. W. Briggs
Thames Street Market Opens At 104 Thames Street
A neat new market has opened at 104 Thames street by Mr. A P Nerone aiming to offer first class stock of meats vegetables and more. The proprietor expects strong business in the locality. See advertisement Thames Street Market.
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Thames Street
A. P. Nerone
Dog on Franklin Street Dies After Stair Fall
A gentleman on Franklin Street witnessed his dog Carlo fall down stairs Thursday and break his back, dying soon after. The incident is recounted in a brief local note.
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Franklin Street
Carlo
Parched Town Sees No Rain After Thursday Arrival
Baskets arrived Thursday morning but rain failed to come that day or the following night. Old adage about signs failing in dry time proves true as cisterns run low and vegetation shows drought stress. The earth lies dry and crusty like an old burnt boot.
Horse and carriage crash injures two ladies on High Street
A horse pulling a carriage with two ladies ran away Friday afternoon along High Street. The occupants were thrown out, suffering several bruises and sprains. The carriage was badly damaged while the horse appeared only slightly injured.
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High Street
Drunken Disorder Circles State Street Rumors in Town
In a recent incident along Hope Street two women strolled up State Street on opposite sides. One appeared the more intoxicated, attracting attention from onlookers and prompting concern in the town.
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Hope Street
State Street
Hydrants Repaired After Frost Breaks on Bradford Street
A frost split two hydrants on Bradford Street last Monday near High and Wood streets. Fire Warden I F Williams ordered repairs, fixing a break just above the main connection and another just below, severing the collar from the main pipe.
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Bradford Street
High
Wood Street
I. F. Williams
Reverend Eben Tourjee Addresses Music as Worship
Dr Eben Tourjee director of the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston gave an address on Music as an element of worship at State Street M E Church last Sunday. He then presided over a praise meeting with the congregation singing hymns under his direction. The church was crowded and many stood during the exercises. A collection for the North End Mission Boston was taken.
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Eben Tourjee
New England Conservatory of Music
Boston
State Street
M. E
North End
Obituary notice for Henry Fales on Grand Island
Henry Fales aged 82 years 11 months died at his Grand Island residence on May 31 1873 after a long life as a pioneer of the island. Born June 29 1790 in Bristol he moved to Buffalo in 1814 then to Grand Island in 1834 where he built a strong fortune and family. He leaves a wife two sons four daughters and many kin in Rhode Island and Detroit.
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Dirp
Grand Island
East Side
N. Y
Henry Fales
Bristol
Buffalo
Ile
Rhode Island
Detroit
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