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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Times
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1881
Page
4
A long, rambling feature describes a bantam named Garibaldi kept by a girl, his tricks at a New York home, his clashes with other birds, and his devotion to the girl during illness. It recounts their daily routines, training, and his dramatic rescues, ending with the bird’s bond to the child and ongoing performances.
A damaged text reflects heated disputes within the Harvignions Cabinet and with the President, noting friendships forming amid strain. It references the Four Days of events, public anxiety, and a revived sense of unity, alongside the Amending provisions regarding intoxicating beverages and penalties.
A New York Herald report discusses Maine temperance measures and the shift from saloons to private clubs as liquor laws tighten. It cites public health concerns from the Morgue about drunkenness and argues that alcohol destruction affects all classes, urging harsher penalties for drunkenness.
The Abiston Common Council with the Mayor approved an ordinance granting licenses to taverns and saloons. The move draws ridicule of Prohibition and its constitutional basis. Temperance supporters held a mass meeting calling for the Mayor’s resignation, while Sir John warned of mobilizing the militia to enforce the laws.
The text lists maxims for proper behavior such as never reveal confidences or promise unkept, avoid arrogance, be punctual, and mind manners. It also notes a New York Coffee Home Company initiative with J W W Drexel and M K Jesaup supplying free coffee to drivers and conductors, then selling coffee at two cents a cup in winter, aiming to turn it into a regular business.
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