Secret Polygamy in Utah Prompts National Attention
A sweeping article examines ongoing polygamy in southern Utah amid federal crackdowns. It cites Mormon leaders and wives, noting secret marriages, temple sealing practices, and the persistence of plural marriage despite statehood and legal prohibitions. It highlights travel to Mexico and Canada for unions and the continued influence of polygamist women in church councils.
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Roberts
Joseph Smith
Mexico
Canada
Salt Lake City
Mecca
Mormon Church
Abraham Cannon
Brigham Young
Congressman Roberts
Young Women’s Improvement Association
Mormon polygamy and temple rites in Utah influence state rule
An 1890s depiction notes ongoing illegal polygamy among prominent Mormons and an influx of converts to Utah, Wyoming, and New Mexico. It describes elopements to Mexico or sea, sealing rituals in temples, endowments, and elders asserting control. Utah’s marriage licensing shifts from church to county authority, with many adults authorized to perform ceremonies.
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Canada
High Seas
Utah
Chicago
Wyoming
New Mexico
Mormon Church
Silk Worm Introduction to Europe by Monks in 452
A historical note states two Chinese missionary monks introduced silkworms to Europe in 452. They reportedly hid silkworm eggs inside a hollow cane and carried them safely to Constantinople, enabling sericulture to spread.
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Europe
China
Constantinople
Ham Juet Change at 1000 Guineas Race
The report notes a change of hands in the 1000 Guineas as a racehorse named Ham Juet changed ownership during the event meeting, reflecting a notable transfer amid the classic contest proceedings.
Lydia Pinkham Remedy Booked as Cure for Women Ailments
A letter from Miss Luta Evans of Parkersburg Iowa praises Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash as a remedy for long term womb inflammation leucorrhoea heart trouble and other pains claiming she recovered after following Mrs Pinkham’s advice. The piece portrays female illness as widespread and urges readers to seek the offered free guidance at Lynn Massachusetts.
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Lydia
Pinkham
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