Congress considers pension bill and 1860s election intrigue
Hon J D Taylor introduces a bill to appropriation for heirs of late Hon J T Updegraft who was Representive elect at death. Ex Governor Foster and Gen Logan work to secure Republican presidential nomination. Heavy rainfall in Ohio Valley causes floods. railroads bridges and fences damaged. losses run to thousands. Local soldiers likely to petition Congress for eight dollar monthly pensions.
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J.D. Taylor
J. T. Updegraft
Foster
Gen. Logan
Otc
Ohio Valley
Congress
B and O Acquires National Telegraph Wires for 500000
The B and O has purchased the four wired telegraph lines owned by National for 500000. They include lines along the West Shore and Nickel Plate roads and may proceed to gain control of those roads as well.
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National Company
West Shore
Nickle Plate
Growth of Churches Driven by Population in Early America
The data show 1800 one church per 1,740 people, rising to one church per TAZ inhabitants by 1880. Preachers numbered 2, a6] in 1800 and 69,870 in 1380, with population growing 60 percent in the last decade while church communications rose 5 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
TSS
Ohio Senate OKs Van Treath Redistricting Plan In State
The Ohio Senate approved the Van treat redistricting bill and sent it to the governor for enactment. The measure groups Guernsey with Belmont Monroe Noble and Washington counties. A dispatch from Hon. Henry Bohl to Mathews and Pheado reports the redistricting bill is now law.
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Ohio Senate
van Treat
Figels
Guernsey
Belmont
Monroe
Noble
Washington
Ifenry Bohl
Mathews
Pheade
Immigrant Arrivals by Region in 1883
Immigration to the United States slowed in 1883 from the prior year. Chief port arrivals totaled 712 544, with STO 106 last year. Germany led origin nations, Ireland 63 841, England and Wales 79 083, Germany 180 812, Canada 62 215.
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United States
German Empire
England
Wales
Ireland
England and
Germany
Canada
Ohio Lawmakers Target Redistricting Bill Stirring Ire
Ohio Congressman Onur own Tion and J D Taylor condemn a proposed redistricting bill as an outrage amid protests. They say gerrymandering measures are out of season and unjust, noting the bill could provoke strong public opposition and political maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Taylor
Joseph
Wendell Phillips Obituary Highlighting Career and Beliefs
Boston born Wendell Phillips, died last Saturday, was a famed abolitionist orator. He studied at Harvard, practiced law briefly, led abolitionist causes, urged emancipation of freedmen, and supported reform causes including woman suffrage and temperance.
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Wendell Phillips
Boston
Mass
John Phillips
Wendell
Harvard College
Pod
Farnel Hall
Elijah P. Lovejoy
Alton
Ihe
Antislavers Society
Massachusetts
Panent Mall
Louisiana
Grant
Unclear Ohio rail and crime notes from Steubenville era
Fragmentary Ohio notices report new railroad mileage near Wirtheimer, factory closures at Jefferson Tron Works, and widespread thefts in Coshocton. A man, Ed Scott, was shot near Steubenville. vigilante violence followed in Rendville. Also mentions insolvency filings by standard Coal and Iron Company, and mortgage concerns in Boston and New York finance houses.
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Wirtheimer
Cochoeton Clothier
Ohio State
Jefferson Tron Works
Sterben Ville
Ed Scott
Steubenvilla
Tuscarwas Chronicle
Wheelim
Lake Erie
Zoar Station
Roverston
Steubenville
Jefferson County
Burgelars
Coshocton
Waverly Watchman
Senate
Singer
Barnesville
Warrison
Rendville
Richard Hickey
Peter Clifford
Cleveland
Issac A. Wilcox
Monroe County
John W. Rucker
Icker
Wilcox
Marietta
Standard Coal and Iron Company
Massachusets
New York
Loan and Trust Company
Boston
Farmers’ Loan and Prust Company
Seventeenth State YMCA Convention Dates Set
The Seventeenth Annual State Convention of the Young Men's Christian Association of Ohio will meet in Dayton February 14 to 17. Delegates must be elected and forwarded to state and Dayton officials with credentials. Reduced railroad rates will be provided. entertainment for accredited delegates arranged by Dayton YMCA.
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The
Young Men’s Christian Associaition of Ohio
Young Men’s Christian Association of Ohio
Wkton
Ohio
Association Hall
Arthur Mitel
Cleveland
FF. Williams
L. J. Wishard
International College
NR. Rose Burney
New York City
RP. Wardle
Y. M.C.A
Pittsburgh
Cincinnati
St Louis
Chicago
St. Louis
New York
Pennsylvania
Dayton
F. R. Wardle
M.A Caland
Not so Bad as it Might Be in Economic Review
The piece argues the mood is damp but not desperate for the nation’s business. It notes a large money supply rise, falling imports, rising exports, and a favorable balance of trade. Railroads show higher earnings despite fewer miles, with a slight decline in railroad property value and mixed crop indicators across hogs, cotton, wool, coal, cereals, and pig iron.
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Wall Street
Boston
Pervasive Signs Point to Healthy National Condition
The text argues that the current figures show the country is healthy and prosperous and not on the brink of bankruptcy. It suggests the data should lift traders' spirits and reassure that better times cannot be far away.
Strange disease strikes children in Guernsey county
A virulent illness has appeared among area children causing sudden onset fever and throat swelling. Victims suffer severe vomiting and a dark purplish face, with several fatalities reported and four district schools suspended amid rising alarm.
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Ster Ribnville Gannett
Ciuernsey County
Tuscarawas County
Cac
Prohibition Meeting Calls for February Rally in Guernsey County
Citizens opposed to liquor licensing are urged to meet in Cambridge on February 22 at 11:00 AM to organize for the Prohibition Home Protection party. Delegates will be chosen for the Columbus convention March 6 and the Pittsburg national meeting May 21.
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Guernsey
Cambridge
Prohibition Home Protection Party
Columbus
Mareh
Pittsburg
Ohio
Toledo Blade
C. Man
Chainnanst County Com
Local Social Notes Reveal Community Happenings
Community members from Galhigher Mintos and Hopewell attended social visits and a Friday business trip. A residence gathering hosted by Miss Wa Speer enjoyed Monday evening. Mrs Jas Mathaires celebrated a birthday with neighbors and relatives receiving several fine gifts.
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John Beech
Mason
Wa Speer
Myr
Joseph Marshall
Buztore Real
Cambridice
Ana
Wily
Ivide Ste
Mer Jas Mathaires & Sunptiet
Severnd Fine
Fast Friends Visit Tone Shifts in Pothel Community
Miss Nunnate Pinney of Nebraska visits friends in the vicinity. An interesting meeting occurred recently near Pothel. Joe Adkins and wife plan a future home in Pines on Vvedny. Jas’all and wife spent last week visiting relatives. Peter Shively discussed plans for a home in Kansas. A literary program featured a lively group.
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Pheeriye
Nunnate Pinney
Nebraska
Pothel
Tits Place
Sonw
Joe Adkins
Homie
Pines
Vuvedty
Jas
Mothertis Daw
Irt
Axe
Local Notices and Marriages Reported in Brief
A fragmented notice set reports a store closure in Zanesville cited for lack of funds and a marriage in Belinire Osjo with Miss Ligaie Sanatek. also mentions Rutherford’s nuptials and Biineh Nicholson with Miss Brickey amid general congratulatory lines.
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Newark
Merquid
Sivs
Lee
Titel
ATG
Detiis
Lack
Zanesville
Saree
S Rutherford
Wa Marriond
Jong
Biineh Nicholson
Miss Brickey
Nolle
Arnica Saive for Bruises Sores Ulcers and more
Euckien's Arnica Saive claims speedy relief for bruises sores ulcers salt sores tetter chaps and skin eruptions. It guarantees cure of piles with money back offer. Price 23 cents per box sold by J.R. Downar with a money back guarantee.
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J.r.downar
Mahogany Polished With Sweet Oil And Beeswax
A simple technique uses a small amount of sweet oil and beeswax rubbed into mahogany to create a rich gleam and smooth finish. The method highlights the wood’s grain and enhances its natural color while providing a protective layer.
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Main St
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Dallas
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Kentucky
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Coatiron
Ovsinies
Athlop
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Blue Bell
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Peter Shively Las
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Shively Tatke
Ture
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Euckien’s
Arnica Saive
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Danites
Terrick
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Calvert
Ayer
Churchill
Vicksburg
J. W. Whitley
Dr. J.C. Ayer &Co
Lowell, Mass
Ted
Cail
Merya Fane
Wy & Notions
Tolwkdtes
Hutchison Biock
ONE Price Clothing Store
Postoffice
O'dtanlan
Eel Sanger
Aetls Laylor
Goelttbitte Pe
Lyar’s
Gini
Everything BY
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Aml
Velng
Ginghans
Lawas & C
Leta
Lim SS
Baltimore Clothing House
Switchtison
Cambridge, Ohio
le Dahil
Dil’ SS
Old Red Corner
Ani Childrens
Mattings
W. A. Rainey
Enfants and Childre
Morphin’stor Oil
Pareguy Sitte
Haiti
Castoria
Ieitea
Centaur Liniiment
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Igor
Spergce Shgoc. & GG
McCall’s Bazar Patterns
George E. McEntiree
Cumberland, Co
Fourz
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Cailand
Rainey ’S Block
Mill Street
Carbric Ee
Foutz
David E. Foutz
Baltimore
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Stambridge
8. N. McCall
Cumberland
Guernsey County
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Cumberland, O
Wheeling Avenue
East Suh Street
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