The Long Night on the Train and Census Debates
A garbled reminiscence on early and modern sleeping cars detailing berths and ventilation, followed by a sharp critique of the 1870 Census bill. It notes delays in Senate passage, praise for Gen Garfield, and critique of committee members for over-elaborate questions and impractical aims. It also covers Kentucky state officers elections and Southern railroad politics.
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Allie
Theseco
Dan E. Holmes
P. Baeed
Sverre
Efferson
Ranni
Enian
Gare
Senate
Garfield
Committee of the House
Gheraldines
A Gacdesch
Facikhich
Haldeman
Pennsylvania
Rate Cmong
United States
Benate
Frankport
Kentucky
M. Major
Cin
Friends of
Thomas
Major
House
W Baughy
Indiana letter on homeopathic cure and a boy’s rope trick
Special correspondence from Cincinnati Times reports a story from Indiana about a farmer driven by moral and physical distress to attempt suicide, saved by his nephew John Craig who hanged the rope end and then persuaded him life is more valuable. The piece wryly notes the lesson about common sense and self damage.
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Incinnati Times
Bronnéoyce
Inb
Indeevers
John Craig
Sally
Roper
John
The
Johnny
Hoss
Andy
Howe
Butih
Christ
Aires
Lia
Pan
Juno
Valentine
Enzhind
Terrific Cat and Rat Story From Farmer near Peru
A farmer recounts an extraordinary barnyard encounter where Tom the cat battles multiple rats. The scene features a tense climb, fierce fighting, and a heroic Amazon cat with her two kittens joining the fray to rescue Tom and establish a hard won victory.
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Peru
Pots
Falcous
Tom
Fragmentary OCR Note Reflects Hotel Passenger Scene
A garbled OCR fragment describes a passenger at a pleasant hotel with a favorite something. It mentions a cetabtbid way and Sommetsns Tat as unclear proper nouns, leaving the main action and location minimally defined.
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Leasant Hotel
Census Law and Political Haste Remain Under Scrutiny
The text notes the 1859 law and census drawing as complex in an era of economy. It highlights concerns that politicians seek patronage and jobs for friends while the nation faces economic strain.
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Averl
Erssol Castration Details Pushed to Monday
Fragmentary note indicates a request or report related to Erssol Castration, mentioning the 22d and Monday next, with unclear actions and possible postponement. Readable segments suggest a procedural or court like context, but specifics remain inaccessible.
Dog Saves Master and Sacrifices Life in Snow
A devoted dog saved his master during a harsh snowstorm in Wassumee area, staying by the elderly man until rescue arrived. The master survived, while the dog perished in the effort, a poignant example of loyalty amid peril.
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Milwaukee
Wassumee
Richings English Opera Troupe Opens One Week at N Theater
The Richings English Opera Troupe begins a week at the N Theater led by Madame Richings a capable singer and dramatic artist. The company includes experienced performers with strong stage craft headlined by Brookhouse Bowler and Henry Drayton. Lucille Weatern starts a second week. Newcomb’s Minstrels add attractions with Chang King Foo and Chang.
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Eneissa
Oprra
Richings
N Theater
Brookhouse Bowler
Enry Drayton
Prayer Meeting at Second Presbyterian Church Images Hope
The Daily Union notes a morning prayer meeting at Second Presbyterian Church. Rev Dr Harrison of Covington Kentucky conducts the service with opening prayers by Rev Henry D Madre, and reading from James. The event emphasizes revival, brotherly support, and conversion, with multiple Presbyterian pastors sharing reflections. A future meeting led by Rev Mr Brake in Covington is announced.
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the Daily Union
Second Presbyterian Church
Harrison
M. E. Church
Covington
Henry D. Madre
Winestreet Congregational Church
Redeemer
Rod
Mr. Dart
Finley Chapel
James
Henry D. Moore
Bose Oe
Walnut Hills Church
Mr. Brake
Moore
Vine-Street
Lecture on the Holy Land by Rabbi Sneersohn at the Temple
Rabbi Sneersohn of Jerusalem delivered the first of two lectures at the Temple on Eighth and Mound Streets. He described the Jews of Hebron, Muslim customs, and local life, noting Spanish and German Jewish descent and a coffeehouse scene, with the next talk titled The Land of Galilee and the Future of Palestine.
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Holy Land
Sneersohn
Eighth and
Mound Streets
Jeruualem
Eighth Hand Mound
Hebron
Machpea
Ninisena
Tsealey Cpa Es
Land of
Galilee
Palestine
Lydia Latte at War With The Sentinel Editors
A heated exchange erupts between Lydia Latte and Indianapolis Sentinel editors. The feud features insults and provocative taunts, reflecting a bitter, public clash over control of the paper’s editorial stance and influence.
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Indianapolis Sentinel
Lydia
The
Sentinel
Sentinel Men
Tay Bane
Ube
Another Short Line Route Proposed in Ohio Corridor
The Dayton Journal notes a proposed linking route including Sandusky Springfield Dayton and Cincinnati while acknowledging a connection to Toledo. The brief item outlines regional railroad plans and the potential cross state rail linkage.
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Sandusky
Springfield
Dayton
Cincinnati
Dayton Journal
Eure
Confirmation rites at Trinity Church in Covington
The Rt. Rev. G. D. Cummins assisted in confirming a class of twenty to twenty five at Trinity Church Sunday evening. A separate report notes a young man Samuel Kent breaking into a warehouse car at the Ure Short Railroad depot Saturday night and stealing clothing, then being arrested. The new chapel service at Trinity Church South Covington drew four crowded cars, with Bishop Cummins arriving unannounced and delivering an encouraging address alongside Rector Rev. Bar Greer and Rev. Kellogg.
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Trinity Church
G. D. Cummins
Kentucky
Samuel Kent
South Govington
Covington
Cummins
Bar
Greer
Kellogg
Newport Scandal in Court and Local Happenings
Col A D Smalley was arrested for fast driving and seeks a venue change, with trial likely before Esquire Payne. Rev J G White to lecture in Newport on Auricular Confession at Odd Fellows Hall. A billiard match between Weise and Winston ends 500 to 470. final game next Saturday. The Frankfort Southern Railroad visit plan proceeds. Rep Geisler’s father ill. Dayton Ferry repaired and back in service between Fulton and Dayton, Ky.
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A. D. Smalley
Esquire
Kemper
Payne
J. G. White
Oddfellows’ Hall
Newport
Winston
Frankfort
Southern Railroad
Geisler
Dayton Jenry
Dayton
Haa
Fulton
Nightly Disastrous Fires and Political Donnybrook
Telegraphic summary reports the National Hotel fire at St Joseph Missouri, Montreal mayoral re election, Colorado legislature bill failure for women, Monarchy steamship voyage to Annapolis, arrests of New Orleans bank robbers, Postmaster general visit to Kentucky, minor earthquakes in San Francisco, Victor Noir’s ally freed, Maggie Hayes boiler repairs, Boston State Police reduced, Protectionists meeting in St Louis with speeches, Wilber absconding with 100000 dollars, Gen Windham's funeral in Montreal, smallpox fears in Westchester, Wade Bolton verdict in Memphis, and various unsettled legal and political skirmishes across the era.
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National Hotel
St. Joseph
Hudson River
Thomas Wordman
Montreal
Colorado
Portland
Annapolis
New Orleans Consolidated
Jesse R. Grant
Kentucky
St. Louis
Wilber, Junior
Wilber & Co
New Orleans
Gen
Windham
Fish
Canada
Westchester
Thomas Fae
Wade Bolton
Memphis
Oes
Meey
Vine
Brooklyn
Raftsmen killings and Cuba to dominate debate
Fragmented wires report revolved around Havana and Cuba supporting dynastic claims. Mention of Duke de For Spain, Paris and Prim backing him, and a planned fund for a family in trust for a resident. Also noted are New York incidents, church events at Kit Burns, blockade runners to Cuba, and local crimes including a stairway attack.
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Havana
Puerto Principe
San Francisco
Washington
Duke de Eae
Spain
France
Prim
Eschangelle
Dayton
Tom
Mike Hallo
Beach Street
Newa City
Aasandin
Rge
Kit Burns
Buffalo
New York
Ticonderoga
Medhat
Charlestown
Mave
Charles
Methodist Palaceen
Greenpoint
Horace
Bevanteuven Met Episcopal Church
D.B. Eaton
Gould
Ramsey
Saac Greenwald
Hel
New York Post-Office
M. Schucider
B. Flood
Ohio Statesman
Valla
James Mills
Pittsburg
Tate
Mandot
Cuba
St. Toi Bee
Rane Ota
Be ‘Louis
Janie
Teak
Shaun Aight Salles
Unclear House Resolution on Lands and Sound Dam Issue
Fragmentary report from 41st Congress Second Session dated February 12 shows Representative Maynard of Tennessee offering a resolution regarding land dealings and Garfield of Washington introducing a bill related to the Columbus River Sound. Text is garbled with missing verbs and names.
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Mr. Maynard
Tenn
Erie
Garfield
Washington
Columbus River
Chars
Ind
Fragmentary 19th Century Legislative Session Record
Fragmented lines describe a House session with references to Dawes and Butler from Massachusetts. The text mentions plans to lecture or pursue a botanical garden project, with a committee finishing a bill and adjourning the chamber. The OCR preserves names but lacks coherent context.
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Damascus
Dawes
Ohio
Butler
Massachusetts
Botanical Garden
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Mr.oore
H. D. Moore
Thomspton
First Presbyterian Church
Thisien
Mbel
J.T. Studders
Tlzars
Trous
National
Terre Haute
Daily Express
James Robinson
Bond
the News
Joseph Foster
Steam Marble Works
Elm and Canal Streets
Moat Sachsto
Remoovv
Alt
Nixon & CO
Walnut ST
J. C. Dexter
DEAN
Tera Cotta
St Nnati
Insurance
G.W. Williams
V. Pe Gardner
D.T. Woodrow
C. Rowland
Matthew Arag i Lewis
Bee Sea J
Third Street
Wa H. Convery Ay
W. W. Pres
Hawry Stor
T. ¥. Eckert
Efi J
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Western Insurance Company
Cincinnatl Eee
Front St
Main
Sycamore Company
Premams Tuland
J. T. Corzums
H. J. Sacuns
V. Wanrnas
Robert Howe
Wake Hubbell
Howe & Hub
Hubbell, Swasey & Co
Bell-hasger
Race Street
Bey, Bourte
Rankin
Eg Et Eett Salearenms
Piuun St. Crome
Irena Works
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