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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Times

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1871

Page

3

U P RAILROAD BRIDGE PROGRESS AT COUNCIL BLUFFS

Reading through a long report on the Council Bluffs bridge works, the piece details the Missouri River crossing construct stages, column depths, air pressure underground, labor force of about three hundred men, and a projected fall completion. It notes 4000 square yards of masonry and embankment protection against river erosion, with a multi-section crew plan and ongoing safety considerations.

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Demoral Democratic Hope and Sumner Nomination Fables

The New York Sun speculates that if Charles Sumner is nominated by the Democratic party in 1872 on a platform of equal rights and constitutional obedience, the old Republican party may withdraw support and the Democrats could control the National Government for years. The piece critiques this “Memocratic platform” and questions its feasibility. Meanwhile local wheat prospects show rapid planting and an outlook for an abundant spring harvest.

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Parson's College Rumor Sparks Revival Money Talk

A dated item mocks Parson's College at Deb Moines as a hoax amid claims a $20,000 fund is still needed. The note jokes about extended deadlines and contracts, calling the college a notable fraud alongside the Cardiff Giant in local hills and humor.

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Sheriff's Sale Notice and Incorporation Filing in Iowa

Sheriff Hayzett announces sale of property in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, to satisfy a judgment in a case between Toes G May ay and Julie AL. Describes numerous lots and parcels, sale set for May 1st, 1877, at the court house. Also notes John T. Blair and associates forming a corporation in Cedar Rapids with capital stock of 500,000 dollars and a four to seven member board of directors. The corporate business to be conducted from March 1, 1871, with officers and schedules listed.

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