Accommodation train links Bureau Valley with Peoria line
A historical notice extols the Bureau Valley railroad accommodation service from Bureau to Peoria, detailing morning departures at 6 80 and return by 4 50 pm, noting few accidents, and praising crew led by conductor Frank Bates, engines from Solin Miller and brakemen Solomon Holland and Peter Stantag, with officers and managers highlighted for courtesy and reliability.
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Soythe
Bureau Valley
Rt& PA
Buréaw
SnacheTee
Henry
Sparlind
Chilliesthe
Eine
Mossyille
Peurifp
Peoria
Frank Bates
Isvad Olit
L& GP IU
Fe Mlwaya
Frank
Tad AG
Alt
Dtr
Solin Miller
Whine
Fryepryy
Millershed Hoeen
Army
Jone
John Diller
Bureau
Zenry
Hopna
Engina
Teaving
Asin
Hals
Miller
Solomon Holland
Petar Stantag Hay
Maeheilat
Ché'udeannaisaation
Erwin
Horna 16
Ut & Bates Ht
Petrsity
Fire damages Parmley’s Hotel and decor plans revealed
A recent blaze at Parmley’s adjoining the Pooria Houae severely damaged multiple floors with dense smoke. Workers inspected the site uncovering the extensive carpet and wallpaper contracts, painting, and frescoing underway by Meyers Day Bros Co Bush Littleton Camerock Avery and Dirkin. Estimated damage runs about five thousand dollars, with restoration boosting hotel appeal after completion.
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Bédvia Hoddel
Parmley's
Ates
Bles
Pooria Houae
Peas Rin
Dagingell
Variowa
Denna
Patheters
Hotwa Meyers
Day Bros Co
Bush & Littleton
Unien
Camerock & Avery
T Dirkin
Price features new product introduced in country
The text notes a new feature being introduced by Col Deane, claiming the price is aligned with roots and has been in vogue since October 1 1878 at $2 per day with options around 2.50 or 8. The attendants at Peoria are described as affable and eager to make it agreeable, and a trial will verify the recommendation.
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Col. Deane
Peoria
Kansas aid society fundraising letter from Harvey County
A late 19th century appeal details Kansas Harvey County funds raised for grasshopper ravages relief. Donations total about 140 dollars with goods valued at 30 dollars from Bool Jones and others. Local residents, including Mr Durham, contributed, aiding famine and distress in western state. The Harvey County Aid Society formed to collect aid from townships and abroad, with papers carrying official seals and signatures for accountability.
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Kansas
Kaisa
Bool & Jones
W. P. Williams
O. Vail
Thio
Jones
Verley
Henry
Harvey
Hervey County
Tle
Dlacvituri
Aodlathen
Murvey
Grain Shipments and Shortage Report at Henry Warehouse
The document records receipts and shipments of grain at the Henry warehouse from December 1, 5173 to December 1, 1874, including totals, costs, and shortages. It notes a corn shortfall of 960 bushels and critiques publisher S. W. Martin of Chicago, labeling him a fraud after a failed Soldiers Friend subscription drive.
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Shiphijdita
Nighnisoaid Beuce
Henry
Sama
Esi
Ss Sargiets
Fie
Shuaely Ceantee
Fecasnivense
W.? Martin
The
Soldier's Friend
Chicago
W. Martio
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Marta &Co
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Onvy
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William Bagelaton
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Ilinois
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Jos. Kapram
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Oxster
Wood and Coal Office
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D. W. Anderson
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C. & W. Everett
Tn Pert
China
Pocket Books
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Blecke
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Lal
Lewis Kaufman
Locke &Creen
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Kek
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Weis’ Corner
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Ufseid Company
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