Rumors and Records From an Ancient New York Ledger
A jumble of 19th century items: deaths in New York, emigrants arriving, Cuban resolution delays, a German murder, drought damage, presidential documents on Cuba, robberies, suicides, and court vacancies. Notable mentions include Wendell Phillips, the New York Yacht Club, and the Mechanics' Bank bailout amid a broad swirl of political and social notes.
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New York
United States Treasury
Georgia
Bumner
Congress
Jacob Suebler
Colombes
James Keogh
Pittsburg
Z. M. P. Hand
Lafayette
Ind
Ee’ Brenoeick
Mechanics
Louie
New York Yacht Club
Searlegat Gumbel
Mill of
Beard & Crouse
St Bayeusville
Eville
Senate debate and amendments on civil and tariff bills in Congress
The July 9 session recounts Senate proceedings with Stewart of Nevada proposing a resolution to investigate alleged Chibees of Mr Sumner, votes on pensions and land grants for soldiers, and amendments to the Army bill. House consideration of tariff and tax measures includes conference moves and mutual amendments.
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Wasurorton
Senate
Stewart
Nev
Sumner
Lincoln
Morrill
Vermont
Powell
Penien
Mowart Deas
Yeas
Mays
Arey Averet
Army
Schenck
Ohio
Committee
Te Snuent
Cal
Official Crop Condition Report May and June
The Department of Agriculture releases a condensed statement on crop conditions for May and June. The report notes overall strength in the winter crops nationwide with Illinois and Indiana showing strong percentages, while Western and Southern states exhibit mixed results including declines in some areas. The summary highlights variations in fruit and grain yields and notes general weather impacts on farm conditions.
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Department of Agriculture
Jane
Maitre
Senate
Nsota
Iowa
Memphis Union Bank relations emerge in a local note
A fragment notes the Cities' Union Bank at Memphis with relations or dealings hinted. The readable portion suggests financial or organizational ties but lacks full details or dates.
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Union Bank
Memphis
Booneville Missouri Railroads and Springs Correspondence
Special correspondence from Boonville Missouri describes the city on the Missouri river near Cooper county seat. It notes railroads planned and under construction including the Tebo and Neosho line and connections to Tipton, Warsaw, Springfield, and Galveston with a bridge hoped within two years. The piece praises the healthful climate, mineral springs at Chesneau Springs, and local character, including a humorous hotel clerk vignette and reflections on local life.
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Booneville
Chateau Springs
Niagara Falls
Booxrville
Missouri River
Mississippi
Missouri
Cooper County
Central
Hannah Cole
Cooper
Devender
Boogeville
Misouri
Osage Valley and
Southern Kansas
Missouri Pacific
Tipton
Idee
Warsaw
Springfield
Mobile
North Missouri
Randolph County
Fayette
Howard County
Fort Scott
Galveston
Texas
Neosho
Columbia
Enterprise
Pia
Niagara
Coes
Mammoth Cave
Brill
Ee Bey
Gollyey and Lafferty Pitted for a Mill Fight
A 1870 agreement records a match between Sam Collyer and Johnny Lafferty set for July 4th or 19th at Globe Saloon Kansas City Main and Levee. The stipulation lists a five hundred dollar side, shared prize, and conditions for attendance and payout. Witnesses Barney Aaron and Barney Frain.
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Kansas
Commerce
Sam Iyer
Barney Aaron
John Lafferty
Collyer
Jonny Lafferty
Globe
Kansas City
Niles Riuenbhy
President Nominates Court Officials and Consuls
The President nominates Charles W Webb Una Attorney for the Weat Me pega teegome James C Sage Judge of the Court of the pe of Weenee and designates many officials including Consul Gischart at Chlepel and Receiver of public moneys at Olympia Washington Territory. Also lists a long slate of appointments in Ohio Wisconsin Minnesota Nebraska Illinois Indiana and other states with numerous named individuals.
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Wasittxetow
Charles W. Webb
James C. Sage
Court of the Pe of
Weenee
Baird
Kincote
Rewer
John B. Steer
Mich
Tralee
Renney
Nebraska City
John H
Omaha
John Hooley
Bucyrus
Ohio
E. H. Scott
McKeesport
Ninois
Olympia
Washington
sAsa
Allen
Berea
W. Webb
Lacrosse
Wisconsin
W. Lewis
London
A.a. Beer
Ashland
H. Winters
Yes Springs
H. D. O’brien
Stouthouis
Minnesota
E.xefi
Massacre of Christians in Pekin Reuters report
A New York Tribune July article describes a massacre of Christians in Pekin China. Foreign missions and churches were attacked or burned, with priests killed and a Russian church near the foreign legations noted as heavily damaged. The violence followed during a period of anti foreign sentiment and war aftermath.
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Seene
Bea Y Posnous
Ofaign
Far East
China
Actor James W Lingard Found Dead In North River
The body of actor and manager James W Lingard was found in the North River near Pool Street after an apparent self inflicted death following domestic troubles. The morgue identified the remains with cooperation from Edward L Murphy, and Coroner Flynn oversaw the transfer to a local undertaker. Lingard allegedly quarreled with his wife who reportedly did not love or respect him, and did not wish to see him again. The full circumstances remain under investigation.
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New York World
James ‘W. Lingard
North River
Pool Street
Edward L. Murphy
Lingard
Flynn
Charai
Ocean Steamers and the Transit from New York
A vivid Harper's Magazine inspired portrait by John Abbott outlines the daily life aboard Guion Line ocean steamers. The piece captures departure rituals, deck scenes, captain’s authority, engine-room power, passenger routines, and the gradual shift from harbor bustle to open sea ordeal, with emphasis on awe, movement, and the sea’s pull on travelers.
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John 8. C. Abbott
Harper’s Monthly Magazine
Guion
New York
Point Judith
Eigine
Atlantic
Bryant's Minstrels at Pike's Music Hall Next Week
City notes there has been little respectable amusement since Manning's Minstrels left. Dan Bryant's celebrated troupe of trompe minstrel performers arrives next Monday evening at Pike's Music Hall for one week only. The group includes Unsworth Eugene Dave Reed G W Griffis Harry Norman and Little Mack promising a season of burnt cork entertainment enjoyed by New Yorkers.
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Bryant
Minerreis
Manning
Dan
Pike's ‘Music Hall
Tammany Hall
Unsworth
Eugene
Dave Reed
G. W. Griffis
Harry Norman
Lingard Actor and Wife in Domestic Strife and Death
The article recounts a troubled incident at No 20 Second Street where Mrs Lingard struck her husband amid a quarrel with Miss Lingard and Mr Murphy. Pearly details describe Lingard’s career as a long-time actor and manager, his ties to L Fox and the Bowery, and his death noted by Coroner Flynn. The narrative culminates with Lingard’s burial plans and tributes from friends.
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Lingard
Cecal
England
L. Fox
Billie
Street
Flynn
Chatham Theater
C. Blueskin
Jack
Bowery Whee
Young Heroine Fights Fire Aboard Fountain City
A Chicago newspaper recounts a brave child on the Fountain City trip who helped avert disaster as a fire broke out. Her quick actions, including shouting fire, helped calm passengers and allowed the crew to control the blaze. The line boat operator praised her calmness and refunded passengers, offering a return trip to Chicago.
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Fountain City
Pennie
Chicago
Fountain City City
Chicago Republican
Hildebrand Leads Band On War Path For Independence
The Sioux City Times reports Hildebrand, the Missouri outlaw known as Pak Wudjie or Wild Man of the Woods, has formed a border-ruffian group and aims to aid Indians in a fight for independence. A call to action urges supporters to meet, endure hardships, and resist oppression as patriotic pledges are renewed. A note on the Russian army plans mentions a review and 80,000 troops in Warsaw camps.
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Sam. Hidebrand
Sioux City
Hildebrand
Missouri
Missouri River
Pak Wudjie
Ede
Times
Rmant
Geo Brownson
Lone Star
Theif Young Republic
Empire
Warsaw
Red Stockings teased by crowd collapse in Chicago game
The Red Stockings and Amateam match in Chicago ended chaotic after seats gave way, injuring several, as umpire Max Eppstein faced criticism. Other notes include matches of clubs like Forest City, Booksnovers, Padlocks, Rattlers, Idols, and spring leagues. seating improvements planned at ir Grounds and Columbia vs College Hills game details.
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Chicago
Red Stockings
Amateam
Pabow
Max Eppstein
Old Fogg Ders
Max
Tog Pren
Philadelphia Athletics
White Stockings
Unions
Morrisania
New York World
Tremont
Tor
Highaas
Heyngs
Vaber
Chin Reived
Faber
Gawknat Gosstr
Iks
Union of the Directors
Eguth
Hunt Brothers
Eckford
Cummings
Brooklyn Stars
Colleor Hitt
Colympia
Columbia
College Hitt
Bill Koys
Innning
College Hills
Reder
Crane
Jobneve
Loth
Bearer
Si Weatten
Cot Ho
College Hill
Kalish
Heyden Ang Reigiton
Union Daily Prayer Meeting at First Presbyterian Church
The Daily Union Prayer meeting at the First Presbyterian Church was led by Rev. Mr Atkinson with hymns and scripture from John 13 the washing of the feet. The session concluded with choir singing and brief remarks. remains of Joseph P Mayer were buried at Spring Grove after services at First Presbyterian Church.
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Union Daily
Daily Union
P Terian
Atkinson
Winging
John
Pest
Peter
Jesus
Vane
Fexera
Joseph P. Mayer
Spring Grove
Loss of Life in the River Drowns Two Men in Ohio
Reported drownings in the river Ohio include John McNamara a well known Third Warder and Anthony Probeten a German twenty four, each dying while attempting risky water feats. McNamara a heavy drinker with unstable mind reportedly bid farewell then disappeared beneath a coal barge. Probeten died during a wager swim from Tell Cottage to Kentucky side, aided by a companion who would have perished without others intervention. An earlier drowning of Charles Schneider last Friday was noted. Coroner ruled all deaths accidental drownings. The piece also recalls the Past Band of the Mayer era listing members and positions.
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Ohio River
John McNamara
Pike Street
Hamls
Anthony Probeten
Schaller & Gerke
Tell Cottage
Kentucky
Uled
Spey
Momari
Ci Y Mor
Bey
Chas
Schneider
Elm Street
Covington theft and local club formation details
The Covington hardware store DeGarmo & Simpcoe at Pike and Madison was burglarized last night with about 200 dollars worth of pocketknives taken from the cellar. The Star Baseball Club of Covington was organized on Saturday night with Thomas Dougherty as secretary, C. C. Adams treasurer, and directors W. G. Holden James Say and A. D. Holden. uniforms will be white shirts and pants with buff caps. Newport ferry trouble remains unresolved as a fatal Saturday incident prompts judicial investigation. local figures like Thomas Laurens and Stevenson are mentioned amid political notes. A minor accident near 208 involved George Sugden painting a house, while the Newport Junior Baseball Club planned a visit to Lexington to play the Orions. a brawl with knives occurred, attracting police attention and resulting in a $5 bail for a suspect.
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DeGarmo & Simpcoe
Pike
Madison Streets
Star Baseball Club of
Covington
Thos. Dougherty
C. C. Adams
Urer
Edward
W. G. Holden
James Say
A. D. Holden
Newport
Kinney
Cincinnati
Camigioiate
Thomas
Laurens
M.C
Ste nson-McCreery Broglio
Stevenson
Sellang
Ousé
Buchanan
George Sugden
Wes
Robert’ Mosehead
United Af States
I. Geen
Fort Eich
Dier
Constable Jackson
Babes
Indian Hill Horticultural Society Meets at Col J F W Residence
The Indian Hill Horticultural Society gathered at Col J F W’s residence on Saturday for discussion of planting depth and plowing method to prevent summer fires. Members compared wheat yields and cultivation practices while Dr Mets showcased Doyenne d Ete pears praised as early and productive. Keller showed Early Wilson and Kittetingey Black varieties amid debate on cultivation and profitability.
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Indian Hill
Mets
Keller
Putlin Bay House Opens for Summer Visitors
Put-in-Bay House on Put-in-Erie announces summer accommodations for eight visitors with modern amenities including baths billiards and wine rooms. Moonlight excursions on the bay offered. rooms open to summer visitors starting June 1.
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Putlin-Bay
Put-in- Erie
America
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Companica
Gollyey
Lafferty
Sam. CoLiver
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Barney
Aaron
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New York Tribune
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City Matters
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Waterman
Piehsseon
Dane
Enetacca
Forest City
Mockford
Chicago White Stockings
William Hammond
T. M. Pickering
Corne Conde
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Finéheart
I. Walsh Bartlett
Erie
Thilo River
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J. F. Pierce
West Fourth Street
Chas. C. Letninger
Rankin
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Pearl Street
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Biwi
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Jos.b. Peebles’ Sons
Grocers
N. E. Corner
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Stewart's
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Franklin Type Foundery
Vine Street
Allison, Smith & Johnson
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