The Morgue and Dead House Horrors of Bellevue Hospital
A grim survey of New York City morgue and dead house scenes at Bellevue Hospital. It describes the morgue being crowded with corpses awaiting recognition, the graphic state of violence and decay, the gallery of faces, the post mortem room, and the fate of pauper remains buried on Hart Island. The piece notes daily arrivals, family searches, and the institution’s operations including the dead house and dissecting room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Commercial Advertiser
Miorgue
Hart's Island
Heine Shevlan
Bo Ee Drem City
Vlus House
Subnteer
Witte
Mr White
Alsie
Bellevue Hospital
Bellevue College
Hart
Duad
Empress Relates Meeting with Grant in Brazil Dedication
The Empress of Brazil recalled meeting General Grant at a dedication in St. Louis. She described him as a very silent gentleman who spoke little and avoided eye contact, saying she was glad when the encounter ended. She contrasted her talkative wish with his reticence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Gen. Grant
Brazil
Bar patron seeks bottle of fine whisky
A man placed four dimes and a quart bottle on the counter and told the bar keeper he wanted a bottle of fine whisky. He rejected simple routegut remarks and insisted on a proper bottle.
Recollections of 49 Whisky and a Bar Keeper’s Pride
A narrator recalls aged whisky and a bar keeper who prices whisky at two dollars a bottle. The speaker, not particular about style, prefers a simple house where diamonds are not worn, and treats whisky as roughly the same, differing only by time and taste. The tone reflects nostalgic, lightly ironic musings on value and preference.
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Junny
Manhattan
Allen County
Delos A. Danforth
Allen
Amasa Shafter
Diana
Court House
Monroeville
Alten County
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Ind
Smith Street
Samuel Hanne
Oliver Street
Woodbury
Meteor flash over Chicago sparks wide discussion
The Chicago Times reports that the bright meteor seen last Saturday evening prompts debate on its path. Observers say it appeared near the Ophineus region and disappeared above Cassiopeia, with expert notes on meteors and Earth’s belts.
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Chicago Times
Earth
Humboldt
Paris
Lynn County
France
Sun Stroke Causes and Remedies Warn of Heat Dangers
The article lists predisposing causes of sun stroke including high temperatures with dry air thunderstorm related electrical conditions crowding and debility. It advises quitting work when sweating ceases and drinking water to cool the body and applying a cold water douche from three to four feet above the body especially to head and spine, warning against bloodletting.
Ancient Aztec Mound Idol Displayed By Captain Ford
Captain E P Ford, a keen student of ancient mound builders, has showcased a likely Aztec idol found near Plasa. The sandstone head, about six inches across, rests on a flat base bearing carvings of the rising sun, the moon, a worshiping figure, a fish, and other symbols.
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E. P. Ford
Plasa
Bunker Hill
Death at prayer of young Grahamville doctor
On June 25 Dr. John Dixon of Grahamville, a student in Dr. Lamoree's practice, retired for the night. The next morning he failed to appear for breakfast and was found dead kneeling by the bed with arms extended. He had a three day headache but was otherwise well regarded. aged 21, native of Grahamville.
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John Dixon
Grahamville
J. L. Lamoree
Dixon
Crawford
Gen. Jackson
John Quincy Adams
William H. Crawford
Henry Clay
Jackson
Adams
Clay
Congressional Caucus
Baltimore
Blarrigan
Martin van Buren
Vaniel Webster
Congress
Virginia
Tennessee
Maryland
Caleb Cushing
Newburyport
Webster
Saltonstall
Jefferson
Lillibullero
King James
Three Kingdoms
Tippecanoe
Tyler
van Buren
Canning
Corwin
Dim Nye
John van Buren
Harper's Magazine
Yaryan's Removal Report Stokes Whisky War Rumor
Cincinnati Gazette Washington dispatch asserts Yaryan was removed solely for his active role in the war on whisky rings and related politicians, dismissing any other motive as mercantile humbug.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yaryan
Cincinnati Gazette
Washington Dispatch
Death by Bite of a Bloodhound in Broadway Saloon
Martin Schuster, proprietor of a saloon and garden near Broadway Park, died after a bite from a bloodhound kept at his premises. The dog’s attack followed frantic escapes and eye-watering convulsions as hydrophobia symptoms appeared. Doctors treated with morphia and morphine, but Schuster died in the early hours.
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New York Sun
Martin Schuster
Broadway
New York
Schuster
Broadway Park
Shuster
Lowenstein
Sergt
Derrikey
Dearrikey
Rappold
Henry Lowenstein
Sun
Alligator in Tank Ends Calcutta Love Tragedy
In Calcutta a 17 year old girl vanished amid a contested engagement. Her father backed a second suitor who pursued her relentlessly. The girl had pledged to marry only her fiancé, not both. Suspects were jailed, tank searches found a heavy net and an alligator head, and a second drag captured the reptile after a full tank search.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calcutta
Democracy to Assemble in Districts for Supreme Judges
A July 1876 Indiana notice calls Democratic district conventions in the first through fourth Supreme Court districts. Delegates from Monroe, Vanderburgh, Spencer and others are urged to meet July 27 to nominate or substitute ticket names for the second and third districts and report actions to the state central committee.
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Supreme Court
Indiana
Democratic State Central Committee
Indianapolis
Monroe
Gidbod
Seeres Vanderburgh
Spencer Wu Ass
Washington
Daviess County
Second Supreme Court Judicial District
Votes
Switzerland
Sheloy
Clarke
Warrick Perry
Lawrence
Jefferson
Harrison
Bartholomew
Rush
Dearborn
Brown
Crawford
Floyd
Scott
Stipley
Decatur
Jackson
Jennings
North Vernon
Jennings County
Third Supreme Court Judicial District
Tippecanoe
Montgomery
Vermilion
Johnsor
Fountain Boone
Marion Hendricks
Hamilton
Putnam
Crawsfordsville
Montgomery County
Fourth Supreme Court Judicial District
Yates
Yates Allen
Muncie
Delaware County
Central Committee
IndiaNnarouis
M.D. Manson
Delaware
Howard
Hendricks Accepts Vice Presidential Nomination in Patrotic Duty
The Freeman's Journal editor McMasters opposed Hendricks at first but now sees his acceptance as essential to pull the country from a slough. He calls Hendricks selfless for taking second place, removing a pernicious plan to isolate the north from the northwest and preserve the union.
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New York Freeman’s Journal
Catholic Register
McMasters
Mr. Hendricks
Hendricks
Tilden
Tts
Phaes
Martin van Barer
Mr. Tilden
South
Northeast
Great Northwest
Mississippi
New York
Indiana
Change of Name Over the Door Won’t Improve the System
An editorial argues that electing Hayes over Grant would not reform the political machinery. It warns that office holders would stay in power under Hayes just with a new sign, while a Tilden victory would bring a radical, comprehensive change with new men and new measures. The piece includes a local anecdote about an Auburn man and various misfortunes tied to political and civic mismanagement.
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Hayes
Grant
Mr Hayes
Tilden
Protection Policy of the Latter in Paris Address
In a Paris meeting marking a Philadelphia centennial, Louis Blanc urged free trade ideas, arguing U.S. tariffs stifle commerce. He warned Americans, noting duties of 50 to 100 percent hinder imports, while French goods still reach the U.S. at profits. He urged demonstrations of tariff-free benefits to persuade American protectionists.
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Paris
Philadelphia
Louis Blanc
Chamber of Deputies
United States
America
Mendacious Scribblers and Hendricks in Indiana Debate
The Indianapolis Herald relays attacks on Mr. Orth and supports Hendricks as Democratic vice presidential nominee, arguing his popu larity and state pride could threaten the Republican ticket. it urges removing Orth from the ticket and replacing him with a credible man like Gen. Harrison or Alpert G. Porter. Medical advertising promotes Centaur Liniments for humans and horses, touting cures for rheumatism pain and spavin with testimonials from Hoosier and New York users and endorsements from farriers and veterinarians.
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Orth
Indiana
Indianapolis
Hendricks
Mr. Orth
Gen. Ben. Harrison
Alpert G. Porter
Richard W.thompson
Benjamin Brown
Resignation of Postmaster General Jewell shocks Indiana
The Logansport Journal reports the resignation of Postmaster General Jewell and the appointment of J N Tyner. The piece argues the move undermines the Republican Party in Indiana, noting Tyner’s earlier congressional defeat as a reflected will of district Republicans and warning of state wide condemnation.
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Jewell
J. N. Tyner
Washington
Tyner
Congress
Hendricks Praise Sparks Debate Over Rank
In Columbia Tennessee the Herald and Mail critiques the praise of Hendricks for accepting second place. It argues high patriotism should not banish him from first, insisting Hendricks remains worthy of top honors although he cannot win the first position.
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Columbia
Tenn
Herald and Mail
Hendricks
Gov. Hendricks
Life and Public Services of Samuel J. Tilden Book Soon
Utica Observer notes as Samuel J. Tilden gains governor win two years back after the panic and cites tax cuts from 16 million to 8 million. Publishers Appleton & Co. prepare a steel portrait biography by Theo P. Cooke with Tilden’s approval. Book agents urged to secure territory promptly.
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1. Appleton & Co
New York
Samuel J. Tilden
The Graphic Picks Up On 1840 Campaign Echoes
The Graphic notes similarities between the current campaign and 1840 with an Ohio candidate and a mood of monetary stringency and business gloom. It adds that unlike 1840, no Ohio pick is aimed at defeating the party in power charged with the hard times.
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Ohio
Commissioner Pratt Leaves Office as Tyner Enters Cabin
The report notes Mr. Pratt resigning from the office of commissioner of internal revenue and J N Tyner stepping into the role, while the location is described as a cabin housing the most extreme specimens of Grantian relics still in existence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Pratt
Commissioner of Internal Revenue
J. N. Tyner
Castoria: A Pleasant Purgative For All Ages
An early advertisement promotes Castoria as a pleasant substitute for castor oil. It credits Dr. Samuel Pitcher of Hyannis Massachusetts for a non alcoholic purgative effective for stomach and bowel disorders in children. Sold by J B Rose & Co New York. June 2lw3m.
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Samuel Pitcher
Hyannis
Mags
J. B. Rose & Co
Dey Street
New York
Pitcher
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Tilden and Hendricks
Fort Waynek
New York City
Austin
Nev
Reveille
Ilinois
Ellenville Press
The
New York Freeman's Journal
New York Run
Auburn
Anpervision
Cornell
Rica
Pittsburgh Post
Centaur
H. Marsh
N. Y
E. Pultz
U.S
Alberts. Olin
Nat
N.Y
Ala
Messrs
A.T. Stewart & Co
James DakRow
J. B. Rose &Co
Logansport Journal
Rep
Square Talk
Loulaville Courier-Journal
Utica
Samuel L Tilden
Indianapolis News
Castoria
Simmons
Regulator
Billiqua
J. H. Zeilin & Co
Simmons’ Liver Regulator
Liniment
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Auditor's Office
Board of Commissioners
County of
State of Indiana
Maumee River
Platter's Ford
Milan Township
Board of Commissioners of the
Wm.t. Abbott
Axuardian
Benjamin F.carmen
Range 31
William B. Walters
McDougall
Qherife
Charles L. Willamson
Lewis Neuberger
Hanna & Fisher
Platt J. Wise
W.H. Withers
ES Sheriffs Sale
George L. Ketty
Orlando L.starkey
Oor
Said
Platy J. Wise
Aen County
Allen Zollars
Win
Plait J. Wise
E.G. Coverdale
Querife
David Studabaker
Samuel H Bloombuff
Platt J. Wipe
Erife
Frederick J. Hayden
William Miller
State of
W. BH. Withera
Vibrator
Nichols, Shepard & CO
Battle Creek, Mich
I. D. G. Nelson & CO
Fort Wayne, Ind
Dobbins
Dobbins, Bro. & Co
North Fourth Street
Phila
J.D. Negill
Ove
Teasdale
Warnes Street
Cincinnati
Mal
Korge
Stinson & Co
Portland
Maine
mchRwly
Naday
True & CO
Augusta Maine
Missouri State Lotteries
Capital Prize
Murray, Miller & CO
Hurst & C c
Nassau St
N. Y. Hippodrome
Tribune
E. B Treat
Russian Tea Co
Pearl Street
T. William & Co
National Publishing Co
Chicago
Ill
Columbus
National Capital
the Times
Ives
Wheeler, Tilien
Benarteks
Jas. Betts & Co
Hartford
Conn
Ller & Fuller
Mingstone
Hubbard Bros, Jt? Publishers
Fourth St
Armen Ro
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