02 Oct 1869
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1869
Page
1
The piece weighs the appeal of spiritualism and its belief in communication with departed loved ones. It notes tests are defective yet acknowledges intriguing cases of dreams and premonitions, citing Kentucky money in a dream and a discovered ring as examples, and questions if future direct contact may prove tangible.
A roundup of eclectic 19th century curiosities notes fashion trends with low shoes gaining popularity for women, along with political woes in Woaslington and a satirical Paris caricature. It also reports on thefts, transport shakedowns, and economic worries from California to Chicago, plus governance curiosities at the Treasury and a failed Japanese colony.
Personal rumors and witty asides feature Anna Dickinson denying a wedlock claim to a Chinaman. Reports tease Chinamen’s misfortune while noting Susan B Anthony praised as a fearless maid. Dignitaries chase a fishing trip with Chief Justice Chase and Jay Cooke at Cape May and Buffalo visits by Prince Arthur and Canada’s Governor General.
The Grand Lodge of Colorado A F P A Shy held an officers election on the 28th alt. Result: Henry M. Teller of Central City Worshipful Grand Master. Richard Sopris of Denver Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master. W D Anthony of Denver Right Worshipful Senior Grand Warden. Hal Sayr of Central City Right Worshipful Junior Grand Warden. W W Ware of Georgetown Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer. E C Parmalee of Georgetown Right Worshipful Grand Secretary.
Governor J A Campbell proclaims that the first session of Wyoming Territory's first Legislative Assembly will convene in Cheyenne on Tuesday October 12 1869. The proclamation is dated September 22 1869 and signed by Governor Campbell and Secretary Edward M Ler.
A crowded Fifth Avenue Hotel scene signals relief hopes amid stock market gloom tied to tight money and gold clearance delays. Reports from Washington note Sherman files bounties suits in the Court of Claims, while a Seward party voyage to Mexico is reported and a Josh Billings sketch is shared.
A child asks what makes lightning and learns it is God scratching matches in the sky. A comical exchange follows about Napoleon's blood and burden, with a witty reply about carrying the emperor's family. A man offered a dollar with a brisk yes then regretful twist.
Dr Aborn describes chronic catarrh as a mucus membrane disease affecting the nose throat and Eustachian tubes. He explains its progression to middle ear obstruction, nasal crusts and potential chest involvement, urging early treatment with topical remedies to restore normal function.
A historical notice claims permanent relief from catarrh using improved instruments and remedies from a Dublin based practitioner. It references James A. Johnson M.C. and a physician from Celtorn with testimonials of relief and renewed health after using the featured treatment.
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