Geene in Congress and a sleek head discussion
An excerpt from congressional proceedings shows a heated exchange over personal remarks and ensuing explanations. The incident features Mr McMullen and Mr Taylor defending themselves amid laughter and cries of approval. The text also notes a Robbery: two boxes of gold worth about $40,000 stolen from the Northern Light voyage to Page Bacon Co. with iron substituted.
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The Maine Giantess Silva Hardy Engaged for Tour
Silva Hardy of Wilton Maine seven feet six inches tall and three hundred thirty pounds has been engaged by Mr Covert to travel with his concert troupe. A former nurse she is nearly thirty, tall and slender with blue eyes and fair complexion, known for gentleness and restraint. An anecdote recalls her getting stuck in a kitchen doorway while carrying milk, entangling her hair on a hook. The Portland Argus notes Em erson’s anti slavery lecture and a reaction to a Republican era statute.
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Potato Exhibit From California Draws Attention
A reader reports a California potato raised by Mr. Hamer of this city. The specimen measures 81 inches in length and 13 inches in circumference with two ounces noted, described as a curious exhibit.
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Mayors Stance on Belgian Paupers Convicts
A proposal to Mayor Wood of New York suggested sending Belgian paupers and convicts from Toombs Westward. The mayor praised the restraint, stating the Belgians unfit for New York are equally unfit to be released in the West. Laf. Jour.
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Captain Ryoders Plans Virginia Visit for March Election
Captain Ryoders told a Tam many Hall gathering he intends to travel to Virginia around March 1 to assist in the election of Mr. Wise. The announcement underscores efforts to mobilize support ahead of the vote.
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