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A Strange Coincidence Between Lincoln and Davis in Dixon
The Chicago Tribune notes a historic coincidence as Lincoln who later became President arrived in Dixon during the Black Hawk War to enlist as a private under Maj. Anderson. Jefferson Davis also appeared then under Gen. Taylor, later Taylor’s son-in-law and head of the Confederate government. Dixon is praised for loyalty amid tumult and the nation’s painful civil conflict.
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Indiana Democrats face possible defeat says Chicago Times
The Chicago Times argues Indiana Democrats may suffer a strong defeat. It notes internal rifts, opposition to Pendletonism, talk of abolishing County Superintendent, and skepticism about broad support for segregated education. It questions Southern Indiana racism while predicting a drubbing for Indiana Democrats.
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Appointments to Military and Naval Academies
Huntington Indiana July 13 1874 notice from H B Sayer offers interviews for district youths seeking cadet appointments to military or naval academies. Applicants must meet age ranges 17-22 for military 11-18 for naval, be district residents with sound health and character, and height minimum five feet.
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Hydrophobia debates spark public conflict on dogs and risk
The piece argues rabies deaths are rare, questions mass dog slaughter, and urges targeted control. It cites cases on the North Side where seven bite victims included two deaths, then calls for prudent vaccination and humane measures over broad extermination.
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Will farming pay a correspondent’s candid view
A Country Gentleman correspondent argues farming pay depends on the farmer not the merchant. He says farmers complain yet publish their woes, but the real solution lies in the farmer’s effort, focus on crops, and self-help rather than blame. Those who grumble most do the least work or thinking.
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Revival of business after currency settlement gains momentum
The Philadelphia Press notes a broad revival in trade after the new currency bill was signed. Demand for goods has risen and Fall prospects look strong. Iron industry, long hit by disturbances, shows improvement as Camb ria Tron Works resumes full operation. furnaces statewide begin to prepare for reactivation.
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Water-spout devastates Rocky town. twenty dead
A violent water-spout swept through a Rocky Mountain town last Friday, killing twenty people and causing extensive property damage. Officials report extensive wreckage and displaced residents amid the chaotic aftermath.
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California Passenger Rates Cut by Three Omaha Lines
Three Omaha lines cut fares to San Francisco. First class tickets drop from 117.50 to 115.35. Second class tickets, previously unavailable, are now issued at 85. Emigrant rates fall from £5 to £43.30. Teter Coress.
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Hardesty Sells Interest in Indianapolis Sun
J. Q. Hardesty has sold his share in the Indianapolis Sun and is likely pursuing new ventures elsewhere.
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Landslide demolishes Alaro on Majorca coast
Last Sunday a landslide overwhelmed the town of Alaro, Majorca. The population is about four thousand with an estimated quarter dead. Over two hundred bodies were recovered. many more may still be buried.
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Lynching Near French Lick Springs Reported
A man arrested for petty larceny was taken from a constable and lynched by twenty to thirty men about five miles from French Lick Springs in the southern part of the state last week. The fellow’s name could not be learned.
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Postal Law Boosts Parcel Mail Rates Lower Than Express
Under a new postal law four pounds of merchandise can be mailed for thirty two cents, boosting forwarding of samples and instruments by mail. The four pound rate is roughly as low as express rates to near points and far cheaper than to distant areas, prompting wider use of parcel post.
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Grand jury tampering alleged by crusaders in court
The Goshen Democrat accuses crusaders of corrupting the grand jury by meeting in the Court House, exhorting, singing, and praying for and against parties at the bar, prompting Judge Wood to bar further use of the Court House. Murray had not read the Grand Jury report when writing the above.
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Emancipation Justice Keeps Centenarian Slave in Covert
A female slave in Covert New York, likely over 100, remains in Tunison family care. The state emancipation act’s humane clause reportedly allowed custody of elders unable to support themselves, and she is presently cared for with kindness in old age.
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