Fragmentary note on government commissions and costs
The fragment discusses the Black Hills sale, Congress members among its ranks, and commission expenses about 16000 dollars with gifts for a IA be. It mentions New Cloud and other chiefs visiting Weabington last spring costing about 15 million dollars and a Treasury Secretary’s murder disentangling the mericen sée block. It questions what lock will replace the seal lock used for many years, stirring vendor dissension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gard
Black Hills
Iabe
New Cloud
Io Weabington
Secretary of the Treasury
A Spell of Weather at Memphis
MEM Pitt reports a cold gust from the north striking Memphis last night as the thermometer fell sharply. Residents felt a sharp breeze and dipping temperatures signaling a significant cold snap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Mem Pitt
Mercury
Death of a Railway President in East Saginaw
Mica, date 17. Derrrorr ede pe pene me ah Peron vt Celletr J nerd i tose eae VY. Farwell, of M. Y., Vice president of the Flint Sea Ec wey, died at East Saginaw this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peron
Farwell
M. Y
Flint Sea
Ecwey
East Saginaw
Fragmentary Evansville note on distiller and stores in Indianapolis
In Evansville on November 17 a distiller, P.C. E er, and David M. Lewis, a storekeeper, were named among those traveling to Indianapolis after a loss of a bookkeeper of Birgham mac Gaus for hops. James Grey is mentioned in connection with a bagged item and Ponies a ila ale eft from the State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
P.C. E
David M. Lewis
Dianapolis
James Grey
Ar. Baggir
President's Ring Amidst Turmoil Cited in Fragmentary Notes
Fragmentary OCR mentions laps by Te oyee, pit from Avery, and cock, reference to the President's ring amid unspecified turmoil. No clear event, date, or full names confirmable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Te Oyee
Pit
Avery
Plymouth Church Faces Council Call Over Mrs Moulton Letter
Mrs Moulton seeks a Congregational mutual council to decide her status with Plymouth Church. The request, driven by absenting from services and alleged removal from rolls, could lead to a church council before year end and potential reinstatement if read as a church discipline case. Deacon William J. Wright and others weigh the action amid debates on church law and fellowship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plymouth Church
Thomas G. Shearman
Moulton
Ien
Prvor
Perm
Plymouth
Liam J. W
Itoallen
Hstpsa
Her
Beerskere
Pryor
Cat Aa
Lander
Perjarer
Rag Wees
Whalesie
Murray
New York
the Tribune
Clintes Avenue
Brooklyn
Emma C.ne
Council of Churches
Seedy
Baconn
Fellowship
Oath Church
Theodore
Pymes
Stanton’s grueling four day ride completes 344 miles
On Tuesday morning D Stanton began a six mile daily run that would last seven days. By Wednesday he had reached 195 miles 608 yards, and by Thursday the three day total stood at 265 miles 8 yards. Yesterday he pushed to 344 miles 1,080 yards in six hours forty four minutes, leaving 26 2? miles 672 yards for the final three days of the task.
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Stanton
Head
Warnings of War if U S Intervenes in Cuba Crisis
A London Times report discusses possible Cuban tensions and a potential US-Spain war. It cites President Grant’s policies, Spain’s pride, and fears of armed conflict, noting Havana’s reinforcing fleet and rising tensions while urging American restraint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
United States
School Board Members Honored by Taxpayers
The School Board members who pushed for a higher annual appropriation near 320 000 25 are praised by the writer as independent from government. The names listed include Messrs. Ian Cox Henderson Kremer Kaho Macke Miller Overaker Kickea and Siebern, acknowledged for their action and deserved gratitude.
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Merrill
Bebo
Ae Ae
Messrs
Lan
Cox
Henderson
Kremer
Kaho
Macke
Miller
Overaker
Kickea
Siebern
Hayes on the Future from Yesterdays Philadelphia Press
The excerpt presents a satirical and epigrammatic reply attributed to Rutherford B. Hayes. It references opinions on governance and the idea of facing criticism with resolve, including a paraphrased remark about keeping faith with the public while addressing a difficult question.
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Overnor EH
Ohio
Ae Feuldenay
E. Pugh
B. Hayes
Fire losses reported at multiple stores and banks
Fire incidents across several cities cause extensive losses. J D Bunell’s store in Mi Iowa suffers $20,000 loss with no insurance. In New York Schumacher Filiager Hibmnneners face $55,000 loss with insurance. In Salt Lake City Hussey's bank building Waller's jewelry store and Siegi's cloth shop are affected.
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Iowa
J.D. Bunell
Laws
New York
Schumacher & Filiager Hibmnneners
Salt Lake City
Hussey’s Bank
Waller's
Siegi's
Second Edition Reports Bank Failures Ripple Through Markets
News from New Orleans November 17 notes Glock and Britton collapse unsettling bankers and merchants. Indications point to more failures among large creditors. Captain Eads and his party head to the jetties with journalists allowed to join the Advisory Board including General Barnard, Colonel Milner Roberts, and Major Wistteomb.
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W. Milneroberts
Philadelphia
H. D., Wistteomb
Richmond
Water Works Coal Purchases Drama Reaches City Audit
A citylibel drama unfolds over coal contracts with Gardner and son. Officials Hoff man Hilb and Bowman dispute payments and bonds while Gardner and his broker explain delivery disputes and price differences. Bids for 700 tons of Youghiogheny coal are to be opened the next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waters Works
Hill—“Bowman and
Dennenhbold
Transacion
Hilb
Hofisies
Coul
Hoffman
Jake Gardner
Warrani
J. H. Graeter
Aod
Hig
Gardner
Americas Warden
Gard
Bowman
Messie
Dannerhold portHl
Blessrs
Jos
Mesars
Dannenbold
Bowmen
Alrend
Ated
Ling
Sid
Gardner Fiten
Dannenbold & Bowman
Heman
Andrew
Anes
Ving
Bown
Piteburg
Brown
Seotionia
Youghiogheny
National Temperance Convention Opens in Cincinnati
Delegates from nearly every state gather at St Paul M E Church in Cincinnati for the National Convention of the Women's National Temperance Association. The morning includes devotional exercises and an official welcome by Mrs S K Leavitt, with Miss Willing of Dinola delivering the response and the president outlining goals for the year. The assembly emphasizes organizing branches, training for youth, and expanding anti liquor work nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's National Temperance — Association
St. Paul
8. K. Leavitt
Cincinnati
Miss Welling
Dinola
Cincinpali
Mecca
Temperance
Willing
Bigod
E- ‘Association
Ouren
Potte
Inserene Ota
Terre Anu International
Phi
Wallace
Indiana
Butler
New York
Whittridge
Ohio
Johnson
Brooklyn
The Postmaster General Jewell Reform Battle
The President recalled Jewell from Russia to lead the Post Office with reform. He exposed fraud, removed confidential agents, and ended corrupt bidding. The public praised his honesty and economy, while enemies plotted to force his retirement amid a national contest over postal service corruption.
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Chicago Tribune
Jewell
Russia
Cabmek
Ofice Department
Public Service
United States
Department Steel
Cnt
Wemgenten
Reston
Texas
Tis Department
Odd Fellows in Indiana Special Dispatch Report
Reports show twenty three new Lodges instituted in six months and four petitions held over. Sixteen hundred hoses caught four hundred families have been treated in the state with forty one thousand in patient care. four hundred and a few working members noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows
Indiana
Concinnary Times
Indianapolis
Iedge I. 0. C. F
Evansville Centennial Fair Promises Success After Arrests
Evansville dispatch reports the Centennial Fair underway with high hopes of success. John W. Bingham and G. B. Singhar were arrested locally yesterday and moved to Indianapolis today, sparking notable commotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Evasbville
John W. Bingham
G. B. Singhar
Indianapolis
Moody Revival Draws Crowds at Brooklyn Tabernacle
A morning service at Brooklyn Tabernacle, New York, hosted by Moody and Sankey, drew a large crowd. Speakers urged conversion, sacrifice, and dedication, recounting biblical examples and requesting prayers for workers, pastors, and believers to contribute to church and mission funds.
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New York
Brooklyn
Miter the Ford
Bastmers
Bedam
Christ
Cnich
Lorjet
Chris
Mr. Sankey
Budingian
Moody
Coramenos Colectivas
Degt
Ssee Mén’s Christian Association
Hey
Mk Higekiya
McDonald trial looms as Grand Jury prepares action
Dispatch to the China Tribune notes the McDonald trial may take the week. It contrasts McDonald with Joyce, describing him as quiet, alert, and potentially defiant if imprisoned. Report mentions President Grant's friendship with McDonald and attempts to spur scandal, while noting Grant has since refused involvement. Casey’s visit and cancelation follow friend guidance. Grand Jury resumes work next week with likely sensational reports against government despoilers. Senator Schurz denies knowledge of a German paper’s link accusing Gen Babcock of whisky king connections.
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The
China Tribune
McDonald
Joyce
Grant
Joyano
Casey
Med
Grand
Schurz
Wentliche Post
Gen. Babcock
St. Louis
Hos Aimee
Failure of White and others in New York and Brooklyn suits
Disjointed report from New York November 17 notes failures and bankruptcies including White, Willis Chapman tied to Broadway goods, and the fall of Lubert Stenenberg and others. It references Davis losing assets to creditors, plus a postponed Tilton Beecher scandal suit with Bowen v Brook effort, and a judge delaying action to the next term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youk
White
Willis
Chapman
Wilinerys Goods
Broadway
Lubert Stenenberg
Esler
Dorsets
Bokery
Franklin Stre
Thor Tm Davis
Velea
Nis
Lbick
Wowen Sidel
Tilton-Beecher
Bowen
Brookthoutt
Judes
Fallerton
Ku Klux Prisoners Respited at Frankfort Penitentiary
November 17 report from Louisville states Ku Klux prisoners Onan and Oman were moved to Frankfort Penitentiary by U S Marshal Melart and have received a respite.
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Louisville
Onan
Oman
Frankfort
United States
Melart
Democratic Leaders Fail To Act On Own Convictions
The New York Tribune notes Democratic leaders often align with party needs over personal beliefs. They consider issues seriously, announce opinions publicly, but then defer to caucus or convention decisions, prioritizing party success over individual convictions.
Political tempers and public interest debated in New York Times.
Fragmentary text from the New York Times discusses the national mood toward policies, political gains, and the temper of the community. It notes that accuracy in reading public sentiment varies among politicians and emphasizes the expectation of prudent actions aligned with national tolerance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Times
River News Dispatches From Cincinnati Tribune Area
River reports show levels around 7 feet with falling water and light frost in early November. Varying river traffic includes arrivals and departures at Louisville Cairo and Memphis with multiple steamers listed and the idlewild resuming Cairo Mail Line service as ice forms and gauges read about 12.3 feet.
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Cincinnati
J. S. Bransford
Cairo
Itt
John
Scudder
Serene Orleans
Arkansas
Evaneeille
Hyes
Mapi
M Wphis
Louisville
Neinnati
Gore
Memphis
John A Scudder
St. Louis
Arkansas Bethe
Tech
Idlewild
Aggie
Evansville
Shawneetown
Women’s Temperance Convention in session here
Local report describes the Women’s Temperance Convention in session reviving crusade fervor. A street car accident on John street and Fourth street near Central avenue left a man with a crushed foot requiring amputation. name of the injured man was not learned by our informant.
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Women's Temperance’ Convention
Fourth Street
Central Avenue
Freem of reesny to present Prince of Wales event
A planning note indicates tickets priced at 20 rupees for a reception or event honoring the Prince of Wales. Parsees will organize the proceedings in their customary style, with no unusual or notable complications expected.
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Freem
Reesny Y Intend
Prince of Wales
Women at St Pauls Run Convention Without Male Advice
Observers noted at S. Women's Temperance Convention today that older male authorities did not attend to offer guidance on how a convention should be run. The ladies at St Pauls proved capable of managing their own affairs.
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S. Women’s Temperance Convention
St Paul's
Hide and Leather Convention Elects Officers in Melodeon Hall
The Western Tanners' Association gathered at Melodeon Hall at 10 o'clock with widespread attendance. Officers were elected including Janss E. Mooney of Louisville as president and Oakley of Chief Treasurer, with other posts filled by industry members. The convention adjourned and planned a meeting tomorrow evening in Melodeon Hall.
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Western Tanners’ Association
Melodeon Hall
E. Mooney
Louisville
George B. Keeper
Vinciansti
Seeremon
Oakley
Louis Belfast
Cincinnati
Nebraska
Legal Notices and Civil Actions Move Forward
James W. Anderson sued Jerenah Price for 600 dollars and interest on a promissory note after yesterday. Wayne Ferguson filed suit against Wilson Lambert for 20 000 dollars for libel, while Hon W M Bateman for the United States filed a petition against Solomon L Green for 253 dollars and interest. The United States government rested its case in a trial against a liquor case suspect after evidence of illicit purchases and no actual liquor.
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James W. Anderson
Jerenah Price
Wayne Ferguson
Wilson Lambert
W. M. Bateman
United States
Stein
Solomon L. Green
Chi
Land and Apron Festival at Seventh Presbyterian Church
The ladies of Seventh Pressian Church invite old friends and new to a midday lunch tomorrow from 12 M to 3 PM in the church lecture room on Broadway between Fourth and Fifth. They promise generous hospitality, ample substantial foods, and a festive atmosphere to share a pleasant hour with the community.
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the Seventh Pressian Church
Broadway
Fourth
Fifth Streets
Seventh Presbyterian Church
Notable Local Figure Gustav Hof Passes Away
Obituary notice for Gustav Hof, longtime resident associated with the lollschatt, noted for popularity in the community. Mentions his recent death and hints at his legacy, with hopes for his enduring memory and impact.
Fire at Irwin's and Transport Changes Abound
A Pittsburgh dated report recounts Captain Thomas Chester of the towboat Sainted, and John Draya in charge of wrecks. A man named Wacder assaulted on a McKeesport Accommodation train, with a hearing before Mayor McCarthy. Fire at three Westmoreland county buildings burned. a portion of the blaze was stolen. A North American coastal cruise features Monongehela slack water studies, with Colonel Merrill visiting Cincinnati and St Louis as the Russia slack-water project spurs further inquiries.
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Anand
McCarthhy
Tris
Best
Westmoreland
County Lavatenes
Pan
North America
Cincinnati
E. Merrill
Ohio River
Pratt Op
O. St. Louis
New Orleans
Philadelphia
New York
America
Russia
Mir
Mir Comntry
Gortromefii
Fragmentary Dispatch From Local News
A garbled report from Pieexant Valley mentions William Wilcox, a bucilic youth, enticed after drinking and robbed of sixty dollars near the Fair Grounds. Governor Hayes is in the city. Jobatnam, private Secretary, sent telegraph notes about Railroad Convention delegates.
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Ciocinnsti Times
William Wilcox
Pieexant Valley
Fair Grounds
William Rogers
Jobatnam
Ore
Putnam
Meuse
Chillicothe
Putmgit
Hayes
Rumors Swirl Over Cabinet Shakeup and Jewell’s Fate
A Cincinnati Times report cites Postmaster General Jewell’s anger at circulating allegations about his ties to the President and his planned retirement. A Morton ally says Morton would back a 1880 ticket by organizing a movement to replace Bristow with Poole and Jewell as Vice President, a claim denied by the gentleman involved.
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Cincinnati Times
Wastixctos
Jewell
Cablavtie
Tos Foundation
Vedielal
Morton
Bristow
Vogenant Poole
Bank Report and Turks Rout Insurgents
Amon?t of bullion withdrawn from the Berkof on board to-day, a report from Constantinople notes serious clashes in Russia between Turks and insurgents. The insurgents were routed with heavy casualties, while Don Carlos’s letter creation sparks debate as Spain contemplates defending territorial integrity.
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Loxvox
Berkof
United States
Constantinople
Ohe
Russia
Blom
Carlos
Donni
Sat
Spain
Hove
Secretary Chandler resigns from Indian Affairs post
In November 17 dispatches Secretary Chandler says he entered on duties as Secretary of Indian Affairs while Smith tendered his resignation. The resignation has not yet been accepted. Dr. Baxter reports Vice President Wilson much improved.
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Chandler
Wight
Baxter
Wilson
Fatal House Fire Tragedy Claims Family Members
A family disaster near Waterman results in two deaths and critical injuries after a damper mishap. Annie L and her two children were found insensible in a coal-gas filled room. one child and a parent died, the mother remains in critical condition. The incident underscores dangerous heating practices in the home.
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Peon
Annie L
Waterman
Bosnex Production Notes Mark Labor and Prices
A November report from Bosnex notes laborers used at two locations including Suez, with six month terms and a quoted price of 53 dollars per acre across counts.
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Bosnex
Suez
Poe Monument Dedicated at Weetern Female High School
Barrwone November 17 report that the Poe monument was dedicated this afternoon at the Western Female High School amid ceremonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barrwone
Poe
Weetern Female
Fire Destroys House Hotel in Wenona NM
A fire in Wenona November 17 destroyed a house and hotel, causing about $5,500 in insured losses. Fire crews battled flames but the structure burned early this morning. details remain limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wenona
Lone
Enona
Mica
Frw
Oes
Mmoeee Insurance
O'Leary Mill Ahead Smioicago Report Signals Progress
Local brief notes that Ataa Weta walked from the mill area toward O'Leary as November 17 records emerged. The fragmentary item hints at ongoing developments surrounding the O'Leary mill site, with no further procedural details available.
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Smiocago
Ataa Weta
el ‘Leary
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A Daily Times
West Third Street
Cp. Mm
Washington
Rumer
Yoweri
Bidteling
Portsman
Cuba
London Times
Alfonso
Spsis
Coun
Madrid
Savaltion
Cote
Ieould
Pride Fordids
Staly
Alfineo
Francs Semarck
Havana
Saades
Ps Ccup
Difficulties Island
Eee
Volkatre
Philadelphia Press
Jaxe Gardner
Pannenhal
Hiid
City Water-works
Jacob ‘Gardner
W. ‘Hofman, Esq
Hib
Treasury
Bilb
Women’ S National Temperance Association
St. Paul's Church
Tre
Assis
Ma. Yomant
Canada
Mireteee
Otaee Ake Journmeant
Ustii 2
Eddie Siecioee
Moody and Sankey
N.Y. Tribune
Additional River News
Local Matters
United States Court
Gustav Hof
Lollschatt
Johnston
M. E
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Owlock
P.M
Largepfire
Louisvile
Isque
Sud “Elpek
Pie Department
Covington
T. X
Charles T. C
Red
Criminal Court
William Mann
Dot Orvis
National Association of the Severed of Sudeetry
Arbeiter Hall
Mayotte
Menry Weller
James 1
Ff. Hopkins
Richard Nolen
J Anderson
Goa
John Poebling
John Rice
Davenigh Maraman
Uockney
Beker
Pittsburg
Columbus
Postminster General Jewell
Settieucept
Boston
O'Leary Mill
Pritsnene
Ian
John Fonder
J. J
Blackmore
Jim
Cielo
Jon
Leonsides
St. Lo
Newport
Berry
Stan
Ernest Beltener
Garison
Nis Quameie
Singer
Mercirat
Wis Hiegal
New York Sun
Internae
Toventor
Costin
Meyah Pelt
J. A. Puller
van Pelt
Foster
van Peis
Carter
Abe
Base M. Peer
Marriege
Poster
Tainty Seeetes
Wille Ceme
WwWe
Marrie
Kate
Mery Agu Voster
Mr. Singer
Inaee
Destine
Flas
Jas. N. Veazey
West Fifth Street
Peano
Addresing Taylor & 44
NEW York Stock Exchange
Prothinghan & Bapkers
Prothers
POR Sale
Carsiage
Daminal Bott
Xaon Fees
A. Tedates Bary
Nepe & Willlass
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