Black Death plagues Astrachan as Europe fears spread
Reports describe a plague outbreak in Astrachan near the Caspian, with ten percent dead in the infected district and fear of cross-border migration. The piece links depopulation to a wider historical pattern and notes ongoing concerns about regional contagion.
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Cork council’s reception of Grant sparks nationwide rebuke
The Cork city council plans to welcome ex president Grant as a private citizen, drawing sharp criticism in Ireland and the United States. He is praised for his military service and stature, traveling to Europe to pay respects to European dignitaries, while observers label the incident an insulting affront to American citizens.
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Grant reception sparks reactions from Cork to Des Moines
Irish city Cork rebukes Grant reception amid accusations his remarks sparked anti papist sentiment. Des Moines notes quote his call for free schools and separation of church and state. The Catholic Herald condemns bigotry while Irish readers seek restraint and unity in American policy.
Murder Statistics Of 7878 From A Grim Register
A statistician tied to the Cinghmati Commercial tracks past year murder data in the United States. The ghastly catalog lists 112 killings by fellow humans, with motives from rum and jealousy to lust and hate. It notes children as young as twelve among murderers and cites many deaths linked to abortionists, gambling, property, and political clubs, urging stern justice to curb rising violence.
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A Doubtful Plan to Move Negroes for Rights
Senator Windom proposes a Senate committee to study and urge migration of colored persons from states denying political rights to those welcoming them. The plan aims to eliminate sectionalism by relocating citizens to states and territories that will protect their constitutional rights, with a report or bill to follow.
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Davenport Banker Stripped By Debt In Iowa City
The article recounts George L. Davenport of Davenport Iowa once among the region’s wealthiest, who fell into heavy debt after mortgaging properties to cover exorbitant interest. The Equitable Trust Company holds a $125,000 mortgage, with other loans up to 430,000, leading to foreclosure pressures as his assets diminish.
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Logan Nomination Sets Senate Victory for Republicans
General Join A Logan has been nominated for the United States senate by the Republicans of the Tinogis legislature. He received eighty of the one hundred and six votes in a decisive triumph. Gratitude pours in from Republicans nationwide over Logan’s victory and his stand against opponents of Republicanism.
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IowaMill Owners Convention Discusses Federation merger
The Mill Owners Association of Iowa met in Des Moines on the 16th with debate over a constitutional plan to consolidate with the Millers Patent Right Defense Association. Final action was postponed to the June meeting as officers and finances were reviewed and directors elected J J Snonffer as president C A Brydu as vice president J G Sharp as secretary.
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