Supreme Court blunders shift party power in Chicago clashes
A political editorial laments Republican insiders manipulating the Supreme Court seat to favor Democratic control. It condemns partisan newspapers and calls for unity, urging real parity and a stronger judiciary. The piece regrets the defeat of Hitchcock and the state GOP majority, blaming rival press for disunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Republican Party
Chicago
Supreme Beneh
Hal-partizan
Charles Hitchcock
Inez
Hitchcock
Journal
Republican
Titchcock
Lockport
Aed
Rock’ River Railroad
Wii
Hunter George
F. Coomley
Chenoa
N. C. Kenyon
Chatsworth
Georgi H Jenkine
Minowk
John W. Odventty
Edwardsville
Z Meaty
Watseen
John A. Warren
Henry
O. Woodcock
Elimswood
Pag
Henry “A. Ford
Niles
Voters approve new constitution with large majority
The newspaper reports that the new constitution was adopted by a wide margin with unity on most articles. It notes enthusiasm for the overall reform while criticizing the canal clause and the minority representation provision as contentious points.
Two Letters on Duty and Tax Policy Stir Public Debate
The fragmentary letters discuss allegiance to a friend, notes on not supporting or opposing a colonial issue, and critique public charges as unfounded. They reference a tax measure, rate changes to nine percent, and concerns that tariffs on essentials burden American workers while defending currency and reputation amid rumors.
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Waliabligh
Wenderson
Bolee
Hwede
Syria
Eiger
Eney
Rockford, Rock Island & Louis Rail Line Expansion
Report describes the Rockford, Rock Island and Louis rail trend extending over the road, with locomotives, engines, mail, luggage, and freight cars. Rapid construction under Abbott of the central construction company accelerates the south division toward Vermont and northern Iowa, linking with Wisconsin lines and promising regional growth.
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Rockford
Bowis
Rock Island
Vermont
Ulton County
PPL & J
St. Louis
Igoria
Lewis
Hockford
Louis
Rayk Island
Retrenshmaat Extraordinary Purchase Of Expensive Vases
A well known printer, often indulging in liquor, buys two costly vases for display. His wife scolds the extravagance, crying at the purchase. He then tears the vases apart to justify the expense and plans to replace them with cheaper ones.
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Pittsburg Press
Dan
John
Mary
Our Candidates Support for Fair Ballot in District Race
Our Candidates, The Weuann Ind, presents a generosity notice naming Tagersoll Carr and Hoendter as leading congressional contenders. We urge voters to choose by merit, favoring plain-spoken representatives who will best serve the people, while remaining neutral on preferences and avoiding wire pulling.
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Tagersoll, Carr
Hoendter Fom
Congress
Anin
Bright Side and Schoolday Visitor Notice in 19th Century Press
Literary notices describe The Bright Side weekly for children and Our Schoolday Visitor July issue with Stairway department and editor Axelus Mano. Promotes specimen copies, 10 cent subscription, Walnut Street Philadelphia. Atlantic Monthly and Young Folks revived as top magazines for youth and adults.
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Mess
Daughaday & Becher
Walnut Street
Philadelphia
Axtelus Mano
Atlantic Monthly
Youngsolka
Atlic
Sunstroke and Heat Hazards in Torrid Climates
A fragmented 19th century discussion explains sunstroke, its causes, and the heat dangers in tropical and hot temperate regions. It notes how heat raises blood temperature through habits and exposure, defines sunstroke as nervous system disruption from overheated blood, and cautions care even without direct sun exposure.
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Ormica
Sunstroke dangers and prevention in heated heat waves
A historical health notice explains that sunstroke results primarily from aerial depression in overheated blood affecting the nervous system. It details who is most at risk, premonitory symptoms, and urgent prevention steps including cooling measures, rehydration, and when attacked to seek medical aid.
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Cain
Five Acres Enough Shows Small Farm Profit Growth
A Rock Island Union summary extols small capital farming and industrious work. It recounts McCarty on four acres near Dr Gregg’s bluff turning scraps into crops, berries, grapes, and vegetables. The piece argues modest plots, with steady labor, can yield riches and public spirit, contrasting with unattainable farm dreams.
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Rock
Sland Union
Hoth
Othure
McCarty
Trish Alam
Dr. Gregg
Ile
Mealay
Arma
Mn deCarty
Capital
Cywive
oCaone
Prise ‘i
Butler API
Willey Vende
Chandler's wartime talk stirs debate on continental claims
Report of Senator Chandler in a foreign interview reveals a sharp defense of U S continental rights. He argues the United States will resist aggression and maintain dominion over the North American continent, citing soldiers and battles across history to justify readiness.
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Senator Chandler
Hallgear
Wabbs
Ington Chrontatatie
Br Chandler
Counitry
Militarion
Waohaya
North America
Miscellaneous items and local notes from 19th century paper
A jumble of brief items includes odd anecdotes about Oliver Gambel of Woodhall and 50 pound pigs at 48 days, a lawyer asking a puzzled witness how long a fool can live, and cadets at West Point forming regular prayers. It mentions injunctions about Lockport bonds, Presidential nominees, and a fiscal summary showing large government deficits and debt changes. It notes a political tilt in Michigan newspapers, color perceptions in society, and Vanderbilt rail freight maneuvers shaping stock interests.
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West Point
Ue Church
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