Rush for Freedom in Indian Territory Sparks Fort Robinson Fight
Reports from Fort Robinson Nebraska document a Cheyenne uprising with 40 Indians killed and 15 wounded, plus 50 captured. Uprising tribes including Cheyenne Apache and Kiowa fled toward White River as U.S. troops pursued with cavalry and a Napoleon gun headed to the scene.
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Pulver
Company C
3D. Cavalry
White River
Benk
Mounted
Fort Robinson
Napoleon
Red Bear
Red Cloud
Pine Ridge
Red
Good
Smith
Third Cavalry
Everett
Corporal Pulver
Emery
Spotted Tail
Bluffs
Company A
Hunter
Vroom
Western Horror: Remains of Mitchell and Ketchum Brought to Kearney
The Kearney Press reports the death and torture of Nebraska cattle thieves Mitchell and Ketchum. Their charred, mutilated bodies were found near a funeral pyre and brought to Kearney, displayed in Switz's undertaking room. The account describes rope marks, hot iron brands, and torture by knife and fire before death.
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Mitchell
Ketchum
Kearney
Nebraska
F. J. Switz
Outlaw Slaying Case Spreads to Nebraska Arrests
Ex Sheriff Gillan of Custer county Neb was arrested at Ovallala with J P Oliver and four others in connection with the burning of Ketchum and Mitchell. Ketchum and Mitchell held by Gillan were killed after being turned over to Olive and his group. Gillan resigned and refused coroner’s jury. Four state- warrants officers seized Olive and companions at Plum Creek their mail.
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Cheyenne
Sherif Gillan
Custer County
Neb
Ovallala
J. P. Oliver
Plum Creek
Kearney Junction
Ketchum
Mitchell
Gillan
Stevens
Olive
Gi Lan
Forty Acres of Land Drawing Promises Lottery Hope
The Huntington Democrat notes the Fort Wayne Masonic drawing will begin tomorrow with many tickets held locally as boys expect to win the forty acres of land.
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Huntington Democrat
Fort Wayne
Cremation gains ground in Europe and U S towns
A lengthy survey notes Italy leads with Milan's crematorium and shows growing adoption across Germany France and Switzerland. It cites specific cases in Milan London Gotha and Munich with notable figures and costs, plus the first U S cremations in Washington PA and Cincinnati.
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En York World
Italy
Milan
San Miniato
Prosper de Pietra Santa
Adelaide Olivier Duvac
Paris
Nadser Radii Ring
Florence
Caserne
Hindoorites
Sir Augustus Paget
Sir Henry Crockenden
Sir Henry
London
Home Secretary
England
Gorini
Gorini Crematory
Teruzzi
Prof
Brunetti
Shelley
Polli
Clincetti
Germany
Siemens
Henry Thompson
Gotha
Herr Stier
Seyded
Munich
Bavaria
Board of Health
France
Holland
Austria
Russia
Switzerland
Brof. Ele
Leiden University
Oudemaes
Magnificus
Amsterdam University
Ita
Gold at 285 Shows Nation’s Narrow Escape in Civil War Era
The New York Herald recounts a crisis in July 1864 when gold spiked to 285 and the greenback dwelt at 35 cents. Washington barely held, Early threatened Fort Stevens, and a Confederate dash could have toppled the government and altered history.
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Republic
Washington Navy Yard
Lee
Grant
Petersburgh
Maryland
Washington
Army of the
Potomac
Early
Fort Stevens
France
England
Union
Remarkable life of Caleb Cushing recounted in reminiscences
A Boston Herald feature details Caleb Cushing's prodigious memory and work ethic, including rapid study of volumes, his 23 hours at the desk, and his role as chief justice, minister to China, and ally of Webster. The piece notes his fierce patriotism, strong passions, and complex moral judgments, ending with glimpses of his Newburyport home and personal habits.
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Boston Herald
Napoleon
Hia
Thia
Supreme Court of Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Washington
Hudson Bay Company
Caleb Cushing
Mr. Cushing
Judge Bigelow
Pacific
San Francisco
Mexico
Newburyport
England
China
Cushing
Baltimore
Philadelphia
New York
Boston
John Tyler
United States
Coloma
Webster
Mr. Webster
Seward
William Lloyd Garrison
Pierce
White House
France
Coan
A Proposed Improvement at the Philadelphia Court
Philadelphia Bulletin notes a humorous lawyers meeting in a court room to mark year end. A gag rule suggests after taking a client’s money, give him enough for his car fare home, a spoof on legal practice.
Bulldozing Tactics Prompt Maine Senate to Elect Governor
The article accuses the Maine senate of political terrorism as Democrats in the lower house pressured for a democratic governor. Republicans in the senate reportedly caved under party whip, described as the worst case of bulldozing in the nation. It notes Blaine’s state context.
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Maine
Senate
N. B
Blaine
Dr Price’s Flavoring Extracts Stand the Test of Years
The message urges choosing Dr Price’s Special Flavoring Extracts lemon orange vanilla over adulterated unhealthy substitutes. It claims pure articles offer fair value and that Dr Price’s quality and purity are unequaled.
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Dr. Price
Silver Versus Gold in Pocket Money Preference
A New York Graphic piece questions whether people favor silver or gold for everyday spending. It states support for silver for precedence nine times out of ten and frames the debate as a public choice test.
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New York Graphic
Ex-Senator Bell Bets On Voorhees Victory
Ten to one odds cited by Fort Wayne figure Ex-Senator Bob Bell as a safe bet on Voorhees's election. He aims to sway public sentiment and market. The piece notes competing symposiums and a Scribner midwinter number featuring a Chinese wise symposium with diverse interviews from notable figures.
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Bob Bell
Fort Wayne
Voorhees
Ninteenth Century
North American Review
Scribner
A. Hayes, Jr
Ah Lee
Cherry Street
Mons
Alphonse de la Fontaine
Ae) Avenue
Issee Rosenthal
Phelim McFinnegan
Illustrious lexicographer challenges a 5000 error count
The essayist criticizes Webster's first edition with a list of 5000 errors after a lengthy reading. He engages publishers in a dispute over the quality of the dictionary and the esteem of Prof. Porter of Harvard. The article also notes Cushing's lack of direct heirs and his substantial wealth and land holdings.
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Aeenay
Springfield
Ashing
Porter
Hovard
Cushing
Newburyport
St. Anthony’s Falls
Virginia
Horse V8 Man The Novel Contest At Chicago Is Won
The fifty two hour contest in Chicago ended with the bay stallion Hesing Jr. defeating George Guyon the pedestrian. Hesing covered 201 miles to 147 by Guyon with the horse finishing at 10 30 pm. Hesing is a 15 hands high bay by Woodward Ethan Allen dam Hoag Hambletonian.
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Chicago
Chicago Times
Hesing, Jr
George Guyon
Guyon
Sullivan
Shepard Boy
Woodward
Ethan Allen
Hoag
Hambletonian
Sketch of Spurgeon by Neal Dow
The piece parodies a famous London preacher described as fat with a doughy face and dramatic expressions. It depicts the guest insisting on beer and brandy despite temperance hosts and ends with a note on his self-justification and disastrous health habits.
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London
Dr. Johnson
France
Tragic Double Action Ends in Toledo Domestic Tragedy
Wm Duryea once a deputy sheriff and Lake Shore brakeman returned to his home after work and shot his wife twice wounding her before turning the pistol on himself. He died instantly the wife remains in precarious condition authorities cite domestic trouble linked to alleged improper conduct by the woman.
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Toledo
Jan
Duryea
Lake Shore
Quails Die of Starvation During Snow in Indiana Farms
Indiana farmers report a large number of quails dying from starvation as heavy snow blocks access to their usual food for days. The report notes the harsh winter conditions impact wildlife and farm operations across the region.
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Indiana
Alexander Stephens Faces Odd Medicine Count
A humorous line notes Alexander Stephens has taken 879 kinds of medicine, highlighting his large size and the joke that he can hold only one type at a time.
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Alexander Stephens
Apparent Paraadox and Local Oddities in Cincinnati
A Chicago Inter-Devan item notes Texas Joe the Deadwood actor in Cincinnati and describes sensational threats and brandings. The piece mentions a donor willing to lend ten dollars or face killing, a note written in red ink, a supposed blood bottle, and a planned visit to John Morrissey. Also a product plug promotes Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a thirty year tested remedy priced at 26 cents.
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Texas Joe
Deadwood
Cincinnati
B. M
Jim Douglas
Fashion Notes From Paris and London Runway Many Details
Bretons trimmings and white neckwear outpace colored options as bonnets feature lace, ribbons, plumes, and faux fur. English coats, chinchilla furs, red plush robes, and new sleeve buttons appear among Parisian and London trends.
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Paris
London
Sir Lambton Loraine
Miss Broke
England
Wilders
Paris Fashion Trends Embrace Fur Trimmed Styles This Season
Turnover collars fall from favor as wrapped sacques and long cassy uines gain appeal among women. Paris bonnets grow large while fur trims dominate outfits from dresses to bonnets. Velvet bags feature gold and silver embroidery. Accessories include belts, pockets, hair adornments, and vivid bouquets.
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Paris
Lingarie
Hunter hanged in Camden court house execution
Benj Hunter, a murderer, was hanged at 11 25 this morning inside Camden court house. About 200 people watched as he was strapped to a rope in the cross shaped corridor. He died of strangulation after a failed attempt to escape death by self harm and a weak reaction during the lone hanging.
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Camden
N. J
Benj. Hunter
Court House
Sheriffs Posse Comitatus
Hunter
Rev
Kembleman
Philidelphia
Calhoun
Ape
San Francisco
Edward Anderson
Troy Dye
A. Tullis
Cincinnati
Marrietta and
Mineral City
Washington Reilxnyder
Win King
John Betz
Buffalo
A. G. Keller
Montreal
Ripley
Aetna
Tru Dye
Sacramento
A. M. Fallis
Pittston
Pennsylvania Coal Company
No. 4
Peter Daly
Patrick Loftus
James Atkins
Kentucky
Elliott County
Galveston
Tex
Thos. Reed
First National Bank
Clark Hubbard
Sherman
Pilot Point
Bloomington
Ind
Henry Felte Icter and Jules Case In Courier Inquiry
A fragment notes Henry Felte Icter of the ingtox Courier and Jules, an employee, with both parties present when the deed was committed.
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Henry Felte Icter
Ingtox Courier
Ued Jules
Bismarck’s Bid to Curb Reichstag Power Sparks Berlin Turmoil
Berlin reports a draft bill from December 31 aimed at punishing Reichstag members for unbecoming conduct. A two vice presidents ten-member committee could punish with public reproof, apologies, or exclusion for a term, with possible removal of re election rights. If crime overlaps, deputies could face civil authorities. The measure prompts fear of curbing debate and tactics by the majority.
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Bismarck
Berlin
Reichstag
Federal Council
Friederchsruhe
Teichstag
London
Peters Berlin
Mvichstag
Earthquake Shock Felt Across Florida Coast
A quake struck Jacksonville at 11:30 PM with movement from southeast to northwest. Buildings shaken, crockery rattled, doors flung open. Felt from St Augustine to St Marks and interior areas. unprecedented in the state's record.
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Jacksonville
Fla
St. Augustine
Punta Vesa
St. Marks
Court of Inquiry Opens on Major Reno Motive in Custer Massacre
Chicago January 13 The military court of inquiry into Major Reno's responsibility for the Custer massacre convened with open doors. Reporters may not take notes. The session's sole action was to summon Whitaker, the accuser.
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Chicago
Military Court of Inquiry
Reno
Custer
Whitaker
Columbus Delano Convalescing In Cleveland
Cleveland January 18 reports Hon. Columbus Delano is convalescing and expresses hope for a speedy recovery.
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Columbus Delano
Cleveland
Thomas Lord Dying After Family Property Dispute
Thomas Lord, 85, hospitalized on Fourteenth Street in New York as a secret marriage and a quarrel over inheritance with his sons unfold. His wife Mrs Hicks and his physician remain by his side amid ongoing inanition and illness.
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Thomas Lord
New York
Thos. Lord
Wilkins Hicks
Fourteenth Street
Albany Sees Frigid Start as Temperature Drops
Albany reports a bitter cold spell with the thermometer well below zero. Residents brace for continued low readings and icy conditions in the new year.
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Albany
Albany, N
A Woman’s Logic and Health Advice on Dress
The ad warns against neglecting health for fashion tying to a woman’s logic that preferring a new bonnet over medicine leads to pale, weak health. It urges women to attend to health before apparel, praising Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a standard remedy for female complaints and noting it is sold by druggists.
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New Albany
Decision on Hostetter case validates medicinal bitters sale
The Hon. Green B. Baum, commissioner of internal revenue, rules that statements show the bitters are properly claimed as medicinal and sold under the revised statutes. Dealers may sell without retail liquor restrictions when labeled as medicinal bitters.
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Green B. Baum
Internal Revenue
Hostetter
Uni
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