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Newspaper
Fort Smith Elevator
Location
Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1887
Page
2
An unclear OCR snippet shows partial words and letters likely from a local notice or classified item. The readable fragments suggest names or places but lack complete sentences or events to identify a concrete action or deadline.
A garbled OCR fragment describes an excavation or geological scene with mention of risin blocks, a bed of material, and a sample surface. The readable words reference a masthead of names and a measured depth, but specifics are unclear due to corrupted text.
Congress remains in session with the tower house of conurema delayed until January 10. Nominees Vilas Dickin son and Lamar await action, likely only near the close of the day. Samar's Supreme Court confirmation faces Republican opposition, while other senatorial assignments and committee memberships are noted amid political tensions.
Mr W B Munson reported from Washington that the Denison and Washita Valley Railway route to the Indian Territory coal fields has been approved by the Interior Secretary. Construction plans proceed, with line 65 miles from Denison and aims to reach Fort Smith, linking to Denison Texas and a major coal region.
A Nashville article from a Little Rock correspondent extols newspapers as honest public agents aiding transactions and individual convenience. The piece asserts the paper’s duty to honesty and usefulness to readers, aligning it with broader public service.
Readable portions describe a range of updates from Fayettville and nearby counties including sheriff notes, liquor license concerns, and public safety incidents. Reports mention political disputes, thefts and horse stealing in Crawford and Union counties, violence linked to old feuds, a murder near Coal Pill, and mob actions against Mormon ministers. Also noted are attempts to track suspects in Van Buren and Dallas counties, with details on arrests, convictions, and vigilantism surrounding local crime.
A roundup of notices including Whiskey spill by Policeman Jackson Elis at Lehigh, deaths of William Davie and others, Ridge Paschal named editor of the Cherokee Advocate, Charley Tehee as translator, and a quilt for an army hospital by ladies at Fort Gibson. Also reports on a cyclone damage across Armstrong, Green, and Washita, with multiple fatalities and extensive property loss.
The Missouri Republican argues a 50 percent duty on imports raises prices for consumers and protects home manufacturers. It cites a table of 1880 manufacturing values for nine northeast states, showing higher consumer costs due to tariffs and widespread industry impact across mills, shops, and works.
A garbled report shows Capt. Candi as acting head of an organization pledging to organize more counties in Kansas and pursue broader aims. The text is unclear about specific dates or actions and contains many corrupted phrases.
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