Congressmen Corliss Slams Cable Monopolies in Debate
Congressmen Corliss attacked private cable monopolies led by Mackay Bennet, arguing the United States must control transoceanic lines. The House advanced a constitutional amendment for direct Senate election, while a Judiciary Committee bill sought to empower the British asset regime and compel witness production in cable matters.
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Cable row and Confederate claims haunt 19th century debate
The article describes a heated push to lay a Pacific cable without U.S. government approval, with critics accusing the Commercial Cable Company of schemes to secure German subsidies while leaving Guam undefended. It also notes a Senate vote to compensate Confederate officers and soldiers for horses arms and baggage seized by Federal troops after surrender.
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Nature's Way Kickapoo remedy touted as cure all
An unsigned advertisement extols Kickapoo Indian Medicine as nature’s remedy for rheumatism and related ailments. It claims the plant-based formula, made from roots and herbs, has ancient Native American origins and superior cures. It includes exaggerated quotes and dismissive remarks about critics and trusted agents.
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L. O S SUGGES REPORTS AT MEETING YESTERDAY
The L. O. S suggesting report notes a regular annual meeting of the O. H. & I. Co yesterday afternoon. Reports show net operating expenses of 421,530.07 and dividends at 1 percent on 190,000 capital. Earnings from the wharves and coal departments indicate improved prospects, with work ongoing on docks, wharves, and new terminals. Amendments to bylaw were postponed as stockholders adjourned for a week.
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General King Known As Caution Head Of Brigade
A story recalls General King ordering a search for clean water when his unit found a cask of native liquor. A private drank all the water, provoking a court martial threat and altering the general’s nickname. From then on he was nicknamed by the men as the caution-tron head of the brigade.
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