Vermont Statesman Veteran Justin Morrill Dies in Washington
Senator Justin S. Morrill of Vermont, longtime congressman and sponsor of the protective tariff bill known as the Morrill tariff, died Monday night at his Washington residence after a severe pneumonia attack. Born April 1, 1810 in Strafford, he served in Congress from 1855 and spent forty three years in the Senate, leaving a legacy as the father of tariff legislation. He was attended by his son James Morrill and others at the bedside.
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Rioters in Havana Clash as Flags Spark Violence
Violent street clash in Havana Tuesday left one Spanish sailor dead and several Cubans and Spaniards wounded after tensions flared over flying American and Cuban flags. U S regulars under Lieutenant Miner dispersed rioters with bayonets, capturing four ringleaders. no American injuries reported as order restored in the city by Wednesday.
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President’s Palace movement for a new executive mansion
A plan by architect Paul J. Pelz proposes a grand new executive mansion on Meridian Hill near West Sixteenth Street and Fourteenth, bounded by the Potomac. The site, 52 acres via condemnation, would sit above the river with a roof garden and conservatories, while the White House grounds of 21 acres remain for official use.
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Morrill’s Senate Career and Land Grant Legacy
The lengthy career of Senator Morrill surpasses all predecessors, with a 31 year Missouri line of service and a pivotal role in the 1862 land grant act funding higher education. Ezra Cornell later used fund proceeds to found Cornell University, and Morrill is honored in university buildings. He won re election in 1886 for a fifth term. The White House approach, with terrace and stair features, mirrors Capitol Library architecture, using white marble for a projected $9 to $19 million project that could take eight to ten years to finish.
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Chicago aldermen in uproar over municipal scandal
Readables show Chicago aldermen under fire amid a sea of editorials. Reports cite anger at local governance, with critics urging reform and caution as public opinion grows in this tense political moment.
An Old Fashioned Remedy and the Pepper-Root Candy
Two old friends recall ancient cures and recall a mysterious pink and white peppermint candy. A sick man shows a backstreet shop remedy that revives him, while a nurse notes the nostrums could not truly help.
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Ilolio Given Up as Island Capital Surrenders to Americans
Ilolio, capital of the Tanay island in the Philippines, reportedly surrendered to American forces. General Rios, the Spanish Visayas commander, acknowledged Madrid's authority while preparing to embark on the steamer Leo Xiel for Zamboanga in Mindanao after formally surrendering Tisile before allied military officers.
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Luna’s Face Hidden in Eclipse for Third Time This Year
The article describes a total lunar eclipse occurring Tuesday night lasting about an hour and a half with the moon obscured during a six hour forty five minute sky arc. It notes clods briefly hid the moon but the spectacle resumed, leaving the night sky dark as if the moon never existed.
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Moon Shadow Eclipses Across Continents This Year
Observers witnessed a total eclipse lasting one hour and twenty nine minutes as Earth's shadow swept through the sky. The cycle repeats with events on January 7 and July 3 with visibility in Americas, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Harape, following a schedule set fifty years ago by 19th century astronomers.
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Mustering Out Volunteers Policy Outlined by Secretary Alger
Secretary Alger states the plan to recall 25 000 volunteer regiment troops first before mustering out volunteers in the regular army. The order aims to finish volunteer demobilization prior to regular army discharge.
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Burglary and Shooting at Cassville Home Involving Two Thieves
In Cassville New York two thieves entered the residence of Mrs. M Brown. John Mooney a farm hand investigated and was shot. The incident is described as a burglary and probable murder with unclear suspect details.
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Literary News and Notes From The Times
The column surveys upcoming books and authors, including a new travel work on The Philippines and Their People by Professor Worcester of Michigan, and Marie Corelli’s forthcoming Catholic Church themed novel. It mentions Kipling, Jean Ingelow, Bret Harte, and other writers, plus a humorous Irish anecdote about a late night doctor.
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Western Support Restores Republican Lead in Congress
A survey of campaign results shows the West and far West shifting toward Republican and sound money policies. The House flips to Democrats, Populists, and free silver, while the West gains for protective tariff and gold standard, restoring Republican control and signaling unity between Western voters and the national party.
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