Two Australian States Test Tariff Policies 1871 1881
The article discusses David A Wells’s analysis of Victoria and New South Wales from 1871 to 1881, comparing protectionist and free trade policies. It notes population growth, bank deposits, wealth distribution, manufacturing, wages, prices, marriages, and rail investments, arguing free trade in New South Wales yielded greater prosperity and exports while Victoria faced stagnation under high tariffs.
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Boston Herald
David A. Wells
Victoria
New South Wales
Great Britain
George Baden Powell
New Jersey
Connecticut
Mr. Powell
British Association For the Advancement of Science
Powell
New ‘South Wales
Prominent New York Clergymen Opinion on Blaine Nomination
The New York Herald records clergymen reactions to James G Blaine's nomination. Rev Robert Collyer votes Republican but questions Blaine. Dr Edmunds Bayard and others urge different candidates. Clergy criticize Blaine as a candidate, citing political and moral concerns.
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New York
New York Herald
Robert Collyer
Blaine
Cleveland
Bayard
J. M. Pullman
Edmunds
Pullman
Iam
J. D. Wilson
James G. Blaine
Senate
Bay
Lloyd
John A. Logan
Robert T. Lincoln
Deems
Howard Crosby
Can Republicans trust the Democratic Party in 1876
The piece argues Republicans doubt their own party's trustworthiness and question Democratic honesty as Democrats hold power since 1876. It notes the country is already Democratic with Tilden ahead, 38 states have Democratic governors, including 10 Northern states, and describes the administration as quiet and well managed.
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Tilden
Hayer
Democrats Claim Balanced Governance Through Limited Congressional Control
The passage argues Democrats controlled the house in three Congresses over the last decade, sometimes sharing power with the senate, and asserts no alarming acts occurred while enacting beneficial policies. It cites Pendleton civil service reform and praises threeHouse speakers Kerr Randall Carlisle for integrity and fairness, noting strong Republican respect for Carlisle.
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Senate
Pendleton
Ohio
M.C. Kerr
Indiana
Samuel J. Randall
Pennsylvania
John G. Carlisle
Kentucky
Carlise
Tilden
Cleveland
Bayard
McDonald
Hoadly
Carlisle
Logan and the Senate Clash Over Language in 1875
The piece attacks Senator Logan of Illinois for his fiery two hour speech in the U S Senate, claiming he mangled parts of speech and overwhelmed colleagues with a brutal rhetorical onslaught. It praises him as a great man yet notes his impact on language and discourse during the debate. It also reports the Democratic convention in New York with Nelson J. Waterbury reporting resolutions and the appointment of Oswald Offendorfer, William Purcell, and Daniel Manning as party leaders.
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Senate
New York Tribune
Logan
Illinois
Deerfield
American Senate
Capitol
Nelson J. Waterbury
Committee On
Democratic Party
Red Party
New York
United States
Grover Cleveland
Hubert O. Thompson
Oswald Offendorfer
William Purcell
Daniel Manning
New Democratic State Central Committee
Rock Island Bridge Bill Advances and Iowa Notices
The House passed a bill authorizing a Mississippi River bridge at Rock Island to Davenport. Iowa notes include new corporations at several counties, a Des Moines Masonic Temple dedication, a fatal drowning near Angus, injuries from a train at Osceola, severe mill fire losses at Le Mars, and a Burlington railroad conduct policy on drunkenness. Severe June storms in Fort Madison cause structural damage to churches and homes statewide.
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House
Mississippi River
Rock Island
Davenport
Delta Land and Manufacturing Company
Cherokee
Secretary of State
Masonic
Des Moines
Ricker- 802
Council Bluffs
Horace Everett
W. G. Crosby
Centerville
J. F. Duncombe
Fort Dodge
H. C. Bulls
Decorah
Wright
Charles H. Rawson
Orleans County
Iowa Volunteers
Fred
Frank Burns
Treat
P. F. Dalton
Burlington Road
Vogt
Front Street
Russell
Front Streets
Colored Odd Fellows
Romantic Rescue to Riches and a Widow Merchant
The North Wales Record recalls how George Lear, in need after breaking an ax handle, entered the shop of a young widow Mrs Hobensack and bought a replacement on credit. Her playful response led to marriage, pairing a handsome debtor with a prosperous widow.
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North Wales
George Lear
Devouring Readings Bring Deeper Insight
A reflection on how sporadic, bite sized reading often yields deeper understanding than forced marathon sessions. Small, frequent chunks can lead to more thorough digestion of ideas.
Iowa Summer Resorts Reach Tourists via Rail Routes
Iowa summer resorts Lake Okoboji Spirit Lake welcome visitors as the tourist season opens. Des Moines Fort Dodge and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railroads operate through trains from Des Moines with no layovers. Round trip tickets available from all major points through the route. Geo. W. Ogilvie is General Ticket Agent in Des Moines, Iowa.
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St. Louis
Hannibal
Quincey
Keokuk
Burlington
Cedar Rapids
Albert Leatost. Paul
Minneapolis
Peoria
Des Moines
Iowa
Lincoln
Nebraska
Denver
Colorado
ST. Paul
Illinois
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Dakota
Northwest
Chicago
Milwaukee
Minneapois
Portage
la Crosse
Winona
Ortonville
Aberdeen
Ellendale
Eau Claire
Stillwater
Wausau and Merrill
Beaver Dam
Fond du Lac
Oshkosh
Waukesha
Oconomowoe
Madison
Prairie du Chien
Owatenna
Mankato
Faribault
Beloit
Jamesville
Mineral Point
Elgin
Rockford
Dubuque
Clinton
Rock Island
Tama
Council Bluffs
Omaha
Canton
Sioux City
Sioux Falls
Yankton
Mason City
Mitchell and Chamberlain
Mae Island
Davenport
Calmar
Racine
Freeport
Mitchell
Wolsey
Ashton
Rock Island & Pacific R’y
Joliet
Ottawa
la Salle
Coneseo
Moline
Ilino
Pullman
Chicaco
Missouri River
Albert Sea
Seneca and
Kankakee
Newport Mews
Richmond
Cincinnati
Indianapolis
la Fayette
United States
Canada
R. R. Cable
E. ST. John
Cen’! T’k
Lake Okoboji
Spirit Lake
Wide range of 19th century notes on science and society
Excitement at Duck Hills Miss over rich ion ore beds believed to yield 50 percent metal. Mlle Benoit, Sorbonne graduate, earns Bachelor of Letters and Sciences while supporting sister by teaching. US railroad expansion with 910 miles laid and fifteen roads receivers. A Percy in Havanna offers one third of $248000 stolen funds to recover secreted money. The Giant's Robe by F Anstey released by D Appleton & Co. Banks near 70, ex-Governor and Speaker may become first Mayor of Waltham. Practical Essays by Alexander Bain from D Appleton & Co. promoted as valuable.
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Duck Hills Miss
Alexander Bain
Ll.d
University of Aberdeen
D. Appleton & Co
New York
Hallelujah Lassies challenge Salvation Army in plain talk
A new sect called the Hallelujah Lassies led by Happy Josephine appears as humble preachers to the poor aiming to attach them to any church. The piece also discusses waste in dressed beef establishments, and recalls a Philadelphia bank janitor’s remark about a bank panic deficiency from 1857.
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Salvation Army
Hallelujah Lassies
Josephine
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Bank
Darkey
Falls Route Opens New Niagara Falls Viewpoint
The Michigan Central cantilever bridge over the Niagara River offers a full Falls Route from Buffalo to Falls View. Passengers ride along the riverbank, gain a closer view of the Falls, and stop at Falls View, a premier overlook once limited to the Canada Southern line.
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Michigan Central Railroad
Niagara River
Niagara Falls
Falls
New York
Buffalo
Tonawanda
Grand Island
Niagara Falls Village
Falls View
Niagara City
Canada Southern
Not the promises a man makes but the deeds he keeps
A reflective line emphasizes that standing with respectable people comes from lasting actions rather than stated vows. The saying contrasts verbal assurances with tangible results in character assessment.
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Dr. H. Spencer
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Geo. P. Lang
S. F. Hammond
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J. J. Cumminge
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Wm. W. McCrackin
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Northwest Corner Park
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1St West St
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Osceola
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Wyoming
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