Various 19th Century Gossip and World News Snippets
A collection of short items notes political chatter social curiosities and domestic tales. It mentions Peter Cooper wealth politics Manton Marble a Welsh prince Swinburne and Fanny Davenport birthdays and marriages Brigham Young daughters new spouses shocking recollections of Talmage and a breach of promise suit. It also covers wheat forecasts western agriculture finances massachusetts debt and a range of other fleeting notes.
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Peter Cooper
Manton
Prince of Wales
Charles Algernon Swinburne
Baltimore
Fanny Davenport
Mormon Muddle and Brigham's Estate Scramble
A correspondence from Saur Lake City reports John W. Young, Brigham Young’s son and apostle candidate, seeking larger shares of Brigham’s estate amid disputes with other heirs and church authorities. The piece portrays a broader conflict over vast wealth accumulated through temple tithings and church influence, with excommunication threats and court battles noted. The author also includes personal reflections from Imperial Hotel windowside, recalling spring fashions and memories as a backdrop to the ongoing dispute.
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Saur Lake City
John W. Young
Brigham
Twelve Apostles
Church
United States
Taylor
Washington Waifs on Pension Laws and Politics
Washington letters recount a 1878 scene in the Cave of the Winds where lawmakers traded barbs on pension laws and election prep. The piece lampoons partisan squabbling, cites Senatorial lines about honesty, and ends with Ben Butler nominating Gen. Shields amid shouted exchanges and bricks metaphorically hurled by the crowd.
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Busse Turner
Beecher-Tilton
Manchester
England
Gen. Shields
Washington
Congress
Doughty Old Ben. Butler
American Horses for England
American horses are exported to England for tramways and noble carriages. Canadian Morgan stock leads the way with light, enduring stock able to withstand hunger and thirst. Five thousand horses have already gone, despite rough ocean transport costs and high unit prices.
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England
Ireland
Canada
United States
Seaboard
Advertising and its reach in daily business practices
A reflective piece asserts that belief or disbelief in advertising is moot as everyday acts such as hanging coats, placing notices, printing cards, charting shopfronts, and even word of mouth constitute advertising. It argues the printing press and mass media propel commerce forward versus older modes.
Miners Occupy Ute Reservation in Tense Stand-off
A large body of armed miners has squatted on Ute lands, provoking Indian anger and fear of imminent collision. The Denver Times suggests mining interests violated treaties as gold claims emerge. Miners organized for a campaign, while the Governor recognizes the danger and government neglect under treaty provisions.
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Denver Times
Bradley Safe After Snow Storm Rumor
A letter from Hay Creek Wyoming dated April 21 1878 confirms G M Bradley has returned from Fort McKinney after pursuing thieves who stole six mules. He describes a mile long trail lost in a major snow storm and asks the Whe Leader to announce his safe arrival to quell rumors.
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G. M. Bradley
Deadwood
Hay Creek
Wyo
Sidway Arrested in Deadwood for Seduction Case
William J. Sidway was arrested on a Dr. R. R. Buchanan complaint alleging seduction under promise of marriage to Miss Suire Osman of New York. An indictment reportedly exists. authorities detained Sidway to await New York Governor's extradition requisition.
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Boston Postman
Talmage
Gahd
Abraham
Johna
England
Miss Morris
Heap
DeEapwoon
D. T
William J. Sidway
R. R. Buchanan
Suire Osman
New York State
Sidnay
New York
To the Rockies and Beyond Travel Guide
A concise Western press travel account titled To the Rockies and Beyond describes a summer journey through the Rocky Mountain States and territories. It promises practical information and instructive observations for travelers seeking scenic routes and regional insights.
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Rockies
Rocky Mountain States
Territories
Rocky Mountain Travelogue Promises Scenic Exploits and Practical Guides
The article reviews a new Rocky Mountain travel book by Thomas H. Kimball praising its vivid mountaineering scenes, hunting grounds, trout streams, and coverage of unsettled farming lands, mining regions, routes, costs, and living conditions. It notes 141 pages, abundant illustrations, and a free sample copy offer from Kimball in Omaha Nebraska.
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Rocky Mountain
Thos. II. Kimball
Omaha
Nebraska
Walkers Likely To Face Court In O Leary Entry Row
The London Truth reports the great walking match may end in a court dispute over O Leary entry timing. Sir John Astler remarks O Leary, a stranger arriving 3 000 miles, was allowed to enter late and will sue the rival disputing the entry. His supporters are warned not to fear.
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London
O’leary
Uo Hill
Sir John Astler
John
Scratch no More Itching Piles Cure Promoted
An advertisement touts Swayne's Ointment as a safe cure for itching piles and related skin eruptions. It claims relief from dermatitis, ringworm, tetter, and other conditions, offered by Dr. Swayne & Son with pricing 50 cents a box or three boxes for $1.25, shipping by mail. Sold by druggists and Addams & Clover in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
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Swayne
Dr. Swayne & Son
Philadelphia
Reading
Addams & Clover
16Th and
Eddy Streets
Cheyenne
Wyo
Dwiksu
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Joe Lane
Douglas County
Oregon
Brigham Young
Virani
Hipple-Mitchell
Sultan
Nicholas
House of
Ture
Richmond
Virginia
Martha T. Hopkins
Western Union
D. O. Mills
Bank of California
Gen. Stager
Chicago
John R. Duff
Boston
Senator Conkling
Henry Weaver
Cable Company
Monra
ombEry Blarr
Senate
House Judiciary Committees
Blair
Massachusetts
Walker
Hathaway
Falls River
Protestant Episcopal Church
Great Britian
Newark
Ohio
Hon. Galusha A. Grow
Pennsylvania
Rupert Bonner
Housekaspeel
N. Y. Ierald
Jefferson Davis
Mexico
Ben
Clark
Banning
Shields
Blackburn
Kentucky
Crittenden
Missouri
Imperial
The
Leader
Colorado
Bradley
Sidway
Urania
Vacasom & Buggener
Watchmakers and Enorayst
Black Hills
Ferguson &T
Stebbins
Post & Co's Bank
Cheyenne, Wyo
M. Stebbins
W. Kistebbins
G. I. Stebbins
Denver
Col
M. Pos
Samuel N. Woon
Manunger
Agy't
Nut’ Bank
Wood & Post
Dakota
Europe
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