Speech on Civil Service Reform by a Democratic Leader
A passionate House speech condemns Democratic corruption and praises Republican record. The speaker argues parties are judged by their lasting impact, recalls battles from Gettysburg to Malvern Hill, and calls for security over revenge. He urges voters to uphold rights, educate citizens, and prevent political corruption nationwide.
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Roux Hecord
Jons
Congress
Butterworth
Ohio
Seingle
Origa
Pleiades
Gettysburg
Hing House
Republic
Malvern Hill
Shiloh
Red Sea
Wir
Clere
Maine
Rio Grande
Florida
South Carolina
Orior
Hunooukia
Debate on presidential election system and reform
A Chicago Tribune excerpt argues against replacing the direct popular election with a responsible ministry system. It says any indirect attempt to graft such a system could only succeed via constitutional amendments approved by voters, otherwise would fail and undermine civil service reform.
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England
Chicago
The South Carolina Gerrymander Crisis in Congress
The piece attacks South Carolina apportionment crafted by Samuel Dibble, accusing him of fraud to suppress Black votes. It condemns Bourbon-backed districts. details include a 25,000 Black majority placed in one 250 mile district, a bat shaped map, and calls for investigation if Republicans win the next House, urging removal of tainted officials.
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South Carolina
Samuel Dibble
Dibble
South
Mackey-Dibble
Charleston
Congress
South Astolina
James Island
Folly Island
Morris Island
Charleston Harbor
Ocean Coast Line
Pulonius
Ergurd Oates
Asec
Sabie
Tirat
Sitth
Maeley
Beveath
Illinois News Summary From Springfield and Chicago
A sprawling Springfield census lists 82 454 residents and mentions a new 190 foot bridge at Tas on. the State Fair dates September 25 to 28. local property assessments show totals near 3 718 685 and livestock and dog counts in several counties. Chicago bankers report 20 000 idle men due to false work and a noted death by suicide of Barkessteven. The Quincy board seeks government engineers to move to Quincy. Illinois wheat and other crops show promise as corn declines. debates over immigrant health inspections, railroad rates, and Peoria freight fare highlight statewide concerns and reforms.
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Lincoln Fair Association
Missne County
George Bradlay
George Blue
Drna
Dubuque
Guleun
Chicago
Fuevonint Barkessteven
Tur
Adams County
Quivcy
Joseph Armour
Lorimer
Joseph Beam
Bloomington
Quincy Humane Society
de Witt County
Barnett Township
Quincy Board of Commerce
Washington
Secretary of War
Mok Islands
Quincy
Government Engineering Corps
Mississippi River
Minow River
Bt. Paul
Quainey
Lotrao
Eles
Owen
Barnais
Aueiminire
Mair
Peoria
Courts Examine District Boundaries Under Law
The text states districts fail to meet the constitutional requirement of compact and contiguous territory and equal population, noting the matter is for Congress to decide after elections. It implies ongoing debate on redistricting standards and legislative action. The excerpt mentions constitutional duties without naming specific parties or dates.
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Congress
Variety of Kisses and License In Dress Exhibit Odd Rules
A fragment from a Yorkshire rector's will cites disapproval of women’s dress and imposes a harsh bequest if the daughter keeps bare arms. The note condemns “license in the dress of a woman” as depraved. In Niobrara, BE. W. Wann ate 103 eggs on a wager with whisky between every dozen, while a competitor consumed 93.
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Yorkshire
Anne
Caroline
BE. W. Wann
Niobrara
Griggs Glycerine Salve advertised with cures
Griggs Glycerine Salve praised as a universal healer for cats bruises scalds burns wounds and skin eruptions. It promises to cure piles fevers and eruptions or money back. Available for sale by Emmert and Burwell at 23 cents.
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Griggs
Emmert & Burwell
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