Inaugural Era Looms as Washington Hums With Change
Amid arctic conditions in February 1855 Washington braces for March 4 with Democrats seeking a grand demonstration and Republicans bracing for political shifts. Congress faces delays, extra sessions loom, and a new cabinet is anticipated along with mass postmaster appointments as the nation readies for President-elect Cleveland’s administration.
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Guaranteed perfect fit garment offer with bold promo lines
An advertisement extols a new garment available in open back or front styles with adjustable cuffs and solid or plaited bosoms. It promises guaranteed perfect fit and finish, claims to be the best and cheapest garment ever offered, and urges customers to try one and order a dozen.
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Shirt Description Highlights Linen Boom and Cuffs
Open back reinforced linen boom shirt praised for strong construction and good cotton. The maker notes the curious cost efficiency and questions how such quality can be produced for the price.
Masons Elect Unanimous Officers In Jackson Meeting
In Jackson a Masonic session elected grand officers for the ensuing year by unanimous vote except for grand chaplain where several candidates contended. J B Morgan of DeSoto named grand master. other officers include B T Kimbrough Lafayette and Irvine Miller Leake among appointees. The biennial election marks only the second acclamation for the post in 70 years. The group, after installations by Past Grand Master Frederic Speed, adjourned to February 1886.
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Donkey and Fox Fable Ends With Moral Twist
A fable from the Philadelphia Call tells of a donkey trapped in a deep hole and a fox offering limited help. The donkey refuses to summon the distant elephant, choosing self preservation, and starves. The fox later notes the donkey may become a merchant who cannot advertise. Additional clippings remark on a printer’s marriage and political gossip.
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The Presidents Wives and Pension Wealth
A New York Graphic survey traces presidential spouses from Harrison to Garfield and notes their posthumous and living statuses. It lists widowed consorts and the pensions they receive, highlighting Mrs Polk Mrs Tyler and Mrs Garfield drawing about 5 000 a year each while Congress funds vast expenditures.
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Objections to Gov Lowry and the Governor’s Aides
The Rosciusko Star characterizes critics of Governor Lowry as biased yet defends Lowry’s overall fitness. It argues charges against him are sometimes malicious and exaggerated, noting uncertainty about his exact capabilities and decisions. The piece expresses cautious openness to a successor, acknowledging unknowns but resisting harsh premature judgments.
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Bruce and Lynch Enter Politics Enduring Returns Highlighted
Washington special notes ex Senator Bruce and ex Representative Lynch as the era’s most honored party favorites for service. Both are Mississippi property holders unlikely to return to the state, with Lynch recently establishing residence here and his wife steering his future. Bruce, nearing the end of a long, profitable career, is in frail health and plans to move his family to Interlachen, Switzerland for relief, joined by his wife and son Resvoe Conkling.
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Washington
Mind Your P's Ap Exchange Promotes Prompt Payments
Mind Your P s urges readers to pay promptly to support the press and prosperity. Lee Luther Benson, temperance lecturer, filed apportionments for the city, delivering a strong talk before the House of Representatives. The Sunday and Monday nights drew large crowds with praise for his eloquence and wit.
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Luther Benson
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