Washington letter attacks Cleveland and tariff vote
The piece rails at Cleveland calling his stance on the tariff and civil service reform weak. It targets C H J Taylor’s dismissal, claims party leaders fear reform and accuses the administration of craven politics. It notes Payne and Wilson as figures, with Europe trade and Congress’ chaos cited as blame.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service
Senate
Taylor
Cleveland
Negro Democratic League
United States
Representative Payne
New York
House Committee On Ways and Means
Congress
House
Wailson
Senator Hill
Wilson
Ways Means Committee
Europe
Hoth Ha
Traditions of Plymouth Rock Stir a Puritan Confrontation
The Adams Express president Henry Sanford is commended for refusing to countenance his granddaughter’s engagement to Robert Peel. Peel’s remarks reveal a clash of Anglo American mores, contrasting Puritan virtue with libertine views and urging respect for American womanhood. The piece defends Plymouth Rock traditions as core to American integrity and liberty.
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Henry Sanford
Adams Express Company
Kitty Sanford
Robert Peel
Sir Robert Peel
Lord Dufferin
Sanford
Peel
Broadway
Langtry
Maine
Plymouth Rock
Atlantic
Pacific
Mr. Peel
V. Y. Press
Prayer Asks Constant Watchfulness And Prayer
The passage urges constant prayer on the Lord's day and daily, asking God for grace to avoid sin and protection from danger. It notes dangers from fires earthquakes floods and other calamities and ends with a caution about a man hanging by a slender thread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt
Luke
Rexsor
Secretary Herbert Eyes Bristol Torpedo Boats Project
Secretary Herbert indicated in Newport that three proposed torpedo boats at Bristol are in the specification stage. Bids will be invited after final details, with contracts awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. He noted construction time is not a primary factor while the nation remains at peace, praising the Herreshoff yard for potential success in torpedo boat building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert
Newport
Bristol
Herreshoffa
Scott
New York
A. A. Shepherd
W. H. Buffington
Scott Uns
Sydney University to treat women as men students
The article notes Sydney University in New South Wales granting women the same student provisions as men, reflecting a progressive stance. It also mentions the Denver League of Republican Clubs urging members to study woman suffrage, signaling a broader push for enlightened reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney University
New South Wales
League of Republican Clubs
Denver
Union
Bristol Probate Notices Consolidated for Henry Wood Allen Gladding
The Bristol Probate Court recalls administrator accounts for Henry Wood and Allen Gladding, with hearings September 17 1804 at 10:00 A M in the Town Clerk's Office. Notices call for fourteen days publication in the Bristol Phoenix. Also petition for guardianship of minors Charles Beatrice Lola Thompson with hearing September 7 1831.
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Bristol
Henry
Moses Wood
Wood
Bristol Pugnix
Herbert
Allen I. Gladding
Orrin L. Bosworth
Allen
Gladding
Bristol Pheenix
Herbert F. Bennett
Z Ris
Charles OU
Beatrice
Lola A. Thompson
Abbie A. Thompson
Charles A
Beatrice Jt
John A. Thompson
Werbey F. Bennett
Court of Probste
Rhode Island
Cemetery Lane
Jane
Allen Munro
Jeremiah Bosworth
John B. Pearce
Jeremiah
Herman Kemp
Frederic F. Gladding
Charles Maytum
Lyman’ B. Bosworth
Rambouillet Merino Sheep Attracts Attention At World Fair
Baron von Homeyer showcased Rambouillet Merino sheep at the World’s Fair and drew wide interest for their long fine textured wool and large carcass. The breed, French in origin and raised in Germany by Homeyer, offers potential for dual wool and mutton production with growing footholds in western flocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baron von Homeyer
Baron Homeyer
Germany
Education of a Colt in Early Training Methods
A historic guide from Exchange on halter work and gentle handling to train a colt. It stresses starting before a month old with halter and tether lessons, using light rope cues, and building trust to avoid fear. It warns against force, suggests patient progress, and urges consistent commands for stopping and slowing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A. Derthick
Feeding by Electricity and Novel Skirt Styles
The article praises electric feeding and watering for cattle and horses, likening it to a Bulwer-esque future where machinery does heavy labor. It also notes a fashion update with skirts plaited at the waist and side/back panel plaits, creating a bold antique look.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bulwer
Vril
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W-L-Douglas
Ockton
Mass
John McCaw
Wope Street
R.I
A.a.shepherd
DR. Scott
Rome
Drugeidts
Butehingtons
Pharmacy Street
Warren
Cornelius
Walken Birton
Hall
Purlic
Frank Mu
Rk. L
George Fitts
Bristol Institution For Savings
Lown of
Franklin Street
Elester Luther
John Lt. Allyn
Otty
Joseph F. Peckham
George
James B. White
Mortagee
Uriatol
City Savings, Bank
Weybosset Street
TUK Post Office
Providence, &. 1
Mrealdenat
Jomnes, Palmen
Christopher Lippitt
Dutoe Wilcox
N J.W. Crocker
Jeffrey Davis
Geo
W. B. Bourn
Ghorghek
Joseph A.starkween
John H. Cady
Wm. G. Nightingale
Thomas J
Ames C. Church
Snanston
Trussurer
Upen
Oldyk, A
John M. Wiseman
Westminster
Jenny Tumblers
John
ODD Fellows Building
Bristog
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