Democratic County Convention and Storm Damage Report
The Democratic county convention met to select candidates for the upcoming election at the court house on Monday July 31 1871. A lightning strike last Wednesday damaged Mr S Payne's barn near Hamden, tearing shingles and setting hay ablaze until extinguished. a horse was struck but not killed, suffering damage.
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Holt
Toeiork
Tole
Manston
Wis
Joseph Langworthy
Langworthy
Orangemen Parade Tense Clash in New York Riot
Rioters clash with Orangemen during a New York parade honoring the Orange victory of 1690. Police and militia intervene. 56 killed and many wounded. The following day the city quiets as authorities suppress the violence. Also promotes Hall’s Copper Scroll Lightning Rods as the safest protection for buildings.
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We Arthur Enquirer Campaign Offer At Low Price
We Arthur Enquirer offers the campaign paper at a very low rate to present the Democratic principles and policy fully to the people of the county. Subscribers are urged to join the campaign and receive the paper at a reduced monthly price.
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Suidvette
Convan
Fragmentary Caustic Rant on Democratic Principles and Paper Delivery
Fragmented OCR text laments press access and democratic ideals while urging readers to obtain evidence and follow principled journalism. It references political figures and broad calls for active civic participation, albeit with garbled wording and unclear context.
Republicans Defend Distinct Principles Amid Criticism
The piece argues Democrats hold time honored aims like economy, tariff for revenue, and anti monopoly policy, contrasting with Republican charges of high taxation, burdensome tariffs, rail subsidies, corruption, and expanded presidential powers. It predicts voter backlash with further contests.
Copper rod electrical conductor promises new building install
Unalloyed sheet copper rod rolled into a perfect cylinder offers unobstructed conducting surface from four inches to five feet with superior construction and easy access to buildings without glass insulators. Send for a circular detailing test reports by first electricians for the United States. Communications to I W Deshler & Co Reed's Mills Vinton Co Ohio. An endorsement of Grant is an endorsement of the San Domingo job and enriching Grant's relatives at public expense.
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United ‘States
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Clinton Township
United States
Tall's
United State
Ohio
I. W. Deshler & CO
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Wilkesville Academy Abbreviated Fall Term Notice
The Wilkesville Academy announces the fall term begins August 2 for ten weeks with emphasis on practical education for teachers and school management. Weekly lectures by Rev Warren Taylor and topics in anatomy physiology vocal music and sciences. Board in good families from 2.50 to 5.00 per week with self-board options offered. Recommendations praise the academy and staff.
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M. Cunabie
Warren Taylor
M. Conapie
Chandle
Wannan Tarion
Hall's Copper Scroll Lightning Rod Promoted by Professor Barnes
Public notice from McArthur Ohio July 18 describes Hall's Copper Scroll Lightning Rod as a safer, scientifically designed rod for county buildings. Professor M H Barnes asserts it directs electric current safely to earth, with a cylindrical form and no insulators, claiming it prevents building disaster.
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Eprron
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Porepaugh Circus Trouble Heads to Athens
Forepaughs mammoth circus moved from the previous city to Athens on Friday morning, where owner My Porepaugh faced legal action. A Philadelphia judgment against Porepaugh for 7000 dollars, with interest, has grown to about 20000 dollars. After canvass resuming, security was posted to proceed with performances that afternoon and evening, though final arrangements are unclear.
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White
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Campaign notices and community request for publication
A fragmented plea asks residents to inform friends and neighbors that the McArthur Inquirer is available for campaign use. It mentions a four month period for a ply 2h contract and requests readers to send for it.
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Reminiscence of Vallandigham at Charleston 1860 Demo Convention
A Charleston 1860 Democratic Convention reminiscence recalls a dinner exchange. Vallandigham warned that party disunity would split the Union and spark a civil war, urging unity with the South as essential to the nation and Republican government.
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