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Freeport Republican in Freeport, Illinois

04 Mar 1882

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Freeport Republican

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1882

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What the word wife means and marriage law debate

Fragment from a 19th century column discusses the true meaning of wife as weaver of homes and fortunes, then shifts to marriage and polygamy in U S history. It cites proposed federal jurisdiction over marriage, criticizes Utah polygamy laws, and recalls Washington era court life and receptions.

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Fragmented Clip Showcases Oddities and Ads

A mosaic of short items from diverse sources features quips about fashion, a bear scare caused by skirts, a note query on a Song of Solomon, a vaudeville style rhyme about a Bilighty and Tab, a phonograph devil in a satire, tobacco death lore, etiquette questions, and comic banter about finances and a Sioux Commission cure all anecdotal snippets reflecting early 20th century newspaper miscellany.

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