Governor Cullom's Acceptance Speech at State Convention
Governor Cullom thanked the Republican Party for renomination and praised the party's Civil War leadership, fiscal policies, and postwar recovery. He promised a vigorous second administration focused on fiscal restraint, efficient government, and faithful law enforcement, while noting a civil, friendly primary. He valued unity and confidence ahead of the November vote.
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Cullom
Illinois
Republican Party
Union
Party OF
People
Political Convention Hopes and Dark Horses Debate
Delegates sail to Chicago as Grant Blaine and Sherman vies for nomination. Windom Garfield and Logan eyed as possible dark horses while Reed and Conkling push their men. Senate adjournment fears linger amid debates over Morgan Electoral Count bill and June 15 deadline.
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Washiigton
Chicago
Congress
Garfields
Ohio
Mentor
Sherman
Grant
Conkling
Cameron
Logan
Blaine
Wm. E. Chandler
Chandler
Washburne
Edmund
Dist
Senate
House
Tilden
Circus parade sparks boys’ bold boast and tears
After the parade two small boys meet on the street. One brags about snaky neckwear, a lion's cage, and ponies with red blankets. Johnny stays home to mind the baby and bursts into tears, vowing to beat the other kid for missing the show.
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Johnny
The Length of Life and Ideal Lifespan
Dr Richardson outlines a life plan where prime physical condition occurs at forty, thirty years of improvement follow, seventy marks the start of old age lasting fifteen years, and from eighty five to one hundred there is ripe age without disease or pain as vital functions gradually decline. This defines nature's undisturbed course and an ideal life limit.
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Solomon's Magnificent Temple
Cicero
Nero
Seneca
Professor David Swing
Burglary Attempt in Washington Woman's Alarm Cry
A Washington young woman awakened to a burly male burglar hovering over her. She reached out and cried for help, clutching wool before fainting. Male family members rushed in, but the burglar escaped.
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Washington
Train kiss goes wrong at depot ending in crashy moment
A man leaning from a departing train window kissed his girlfriend at the depot. The train then pulled away rapidly causing him to kiss an African passenger at the next station, an incident noted in the report.
New Asphalte Mosaic Flooring Demonstrated in Munich
At the Bavarian Industrial Museum a simple flooring tile of asphalte is shown. A design is drawn on heavy paper, covered with china and glass bits to form a mosaic, the sheet bordered, and liquid asphalt poured over. When cooled, the paper is removed and a finished tile remains. It is said to be handsome and resistant to damp indefinitely.
Five Boston Sugar Refineries With Large Active Capital
In Boston five sugar refineries operate with an active capital exceeding $3,000,000. The facilities contribute to the city’s industrial output and reflect a robust sugar industry in the region.
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Boston
Private letter from Mrs Julia Smith Parker at Glastonbury
A private letter from Mrs Julia Smith Parker of Glastonbury Conn notes her first marriage at 87 and signs with her maiden name Julia Eli Smith. She argues she bore that name too long to recognize another as her own. The letter contrasts two statements about women students in Prussia, noting their industry talent and sacrifice versus young men.
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Julia Smith Parker
Glastonbury
Conn
Julia Eli. Smith
Prussia
Minister Demands Money From Trustees
A western minister told his church trustees he needed money for his suffering family. One trustee challenged him, accusing him of preaching for money. The minister replied that souls cannot be eaten, and even a thousand such souls could not feed him.
Death notice prompts tribute to wars in print
Bilkington has died. Mrs B remarks that John would have been pleased to see his wars in print, noting she had just read the death notice in the newspaper.
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Bilkington
Niagara Falls in the Winter Quiet and Reflection
A passenger reflects on visiting Niagara Falls in winter noting unusual calmness. The scene contrasts empty hotel corridors and muted street life with absence of music and bustle. The narrator finds solace in the season’s stillness and the subdued town ambiance.
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Buffalo
Niagara
Fourpenny Pies Sized to Twopence Comment
In a witty exchange, Mr. Peddifoot notes customer remarks that his fourpenny pork pies are only slightly larger than two-penny pies. He jokes he must shrink the fourpenny pies to match the cheaper price point.
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Peddifoot
Watch Case Warranty Promises Longevity and Quality
In Mansfield Pennsylvania on May 28 1878 a jeweler testifies to Boss Patent Cases lasting years with a double solid gold plate design that resists wear. The letter promotes the guarantee and urges readers to ask their jeweler for the illustrated catalog.
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Mansfield, PA
R. E. Olney
Jas
Boss
Jboss
JOURNAL declares steadfast Republican stance and duty
The JOURNAL pledges to be a fearless, partisan record in Stephenson County, standing for right without glossing over evil. It notes thirty years of local readership and promises intense political interest this year as it expands facilities and takes a full hand in the contest.
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Stephenson County
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Munn
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Ado Dgy
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Entists
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W. S. Caldwell
Wilcoxon Opera House
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Orangeville
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