Washington Letter notes House rules clash over economy
Washington January 5 1889 report covers Speaker Carlisle and Mr Mills delaying a House rules meeting to avoid major bills and extravagant appropriations. Dems seek an economical record and tariff reform, while Republicans push tariff changes and pensions debates as Congress opens with both chambers busy and a Blaine dispute simmering. The piece also mentions Arizona Idaho admission and pension fee limits amid broader policy fights.
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Barker and the Rail Stop In Huar per's Bazar
A brief exchange notes a two mile rail distance to the next station and identifies the place as Barker. The road curves in a horse shoe bend and arrives about two blocks above the named location.
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Huarper’s Bazar
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