17 May 1876
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1876
Page
1
A cautious critic disputes a poet’s allusion to David, labeling the author as lacking imagination and divine inspiration while attempting to undermine the biblical reference. The exchange frames a debate between literary reverence and skeptical scrutiny.
Albany Ledger-Standard argues Gov Hendricks supported soldiers by proposing a 50 percent pay raise during Civil War currency depreciation. It cites 1863 amendments and votes, noting his stance aimed at relief for soldiers and families, contrasting with other senators and calling out political opponents.
A four-person group and a large armed train of Black Misters rest near a pine knot fire on a frosty morning in the Black Hills forty miles from Custer. A white man rides up, dismounts, sketches a note, and asks if this is Crater road as he claims to be lost.
Pilgrims from Cheyenne encounter a drunken stranger who leaves Custer, is captured by vigilantes, and is executed after being found guilty of horse theft and shooting Peter Lambert. Dick Burnett from Steubenville, Ohio, writes letters to loved ones before his hanging in a dramatic frontier justice scene. The narrative shifts to bankruptcy critique and Centennial ceremonies coverage in Philadelphia.
The speaker argues that lasting school gains depend on teaching becoming a stable resource, not a temporary one. Emphasizing value, efficiency, and state investment, the plan aims to promote better education nationwide and would yield immeasurable long term benefits for the commonwealth.
A dense compilation covers Dom Pedro's private Chicago stop and a print parade of witty snippets. It notes his quiet arrival, visits to the crib, and departure plans toward Washington, with side chatter on satire and comic tales from newspapers and letters across the era.
The piece rebukes Senator Morton for backing Grant era corruption and opposing civil-service reform. It argues his presidential viability would carry continued Grantism, risking Republican electors and diminishing party chances despite a strong wartime record. It also notes his recent political reversals and party shifts.
A Toledo Blade squib suggests Hon. A. P. Edgerton could be a St Louis presidential candidate and notes his firm stance on finance. Locally, supporters see him as a strong nominee who would please many Democrats and resist trimmers. Meanwhile Indiana Germans favor Gov. Hendricks per three major papers.
The Washington Chronicle notes that fourteen U S presidents were regularly elected. Four shared the given name James and only three had double James names. Eight surnames end in n with five re-elected once. Five end in on and four end in son. It cites that all four 1864 ticket names end in n and mentions initials avoidance for first or last names, with hints of prominent names.
Advertises Centaur Liniment for humans and animals with medical claims and testimonials. Claims quick relief for rheumatism neuralgia lumbago and pains and promises trial bottles to medical men. Cautions about cancer and loss of bones while stressing inflammation reduction and healing of burns bites and sprains. Includes endorsements from Ada Hardin and Zanesville residents and notes postal offer for an almanac.
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