The Largest Circulation in the District Daily and Weekly
Dr. T. H. McBride physician and surgeon advertises offices in Masonic Block rooms 2 and 24g with hours 9 to 12 and 2 to 5 and residence on Herkimer Street near Cass. Special attention to women’s diseases. Rev A. H. State leads Brooklyn School House meetings at the Brooklyn School House, growing in interest with a meeting tonight.
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T. H. McBride
Masonic Block
Herkimer St
Cass
Brooklyn School House
A. H. State
Knights of Pythias Hold Sociable at Citizens Corps Armory
The Knights of Pythias of this city host a sociable at the Citizens Corps Armory this evening promising a pleasant party. Mrs Catherine Downey was laid to rest today Rev F C Kinney officiating. Michael Dune was released from county jail for good behavior after a period of confinement and fines.
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Knights of Pythias
Citizen's Corps
Catherine Downey
C. Kinney
Seth Liverty
Michael Dune
Michael
New Sewing Machine Partner Names In City Trade
Philip Mersinger and Edward Young have bought Mr. Chas Cogan’s interest in the local sewing machine business. They have long been connected with Mr. Cogan and will continue to supply the trade in this line as before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Mersinger
Edward Young
Chas. Cogan
Cogan
Exhibition by Captain Bo gardus and son at the Opera House
On the 25th of this month Captain Bo gardus and his son will present a shotgun exhibition at the Opera House. His renowned skill is sure to draw a large crowd, with ladies especially eager to witness this rare display of prowess.
Meeting of Incorporation Petition Signers for Board of Trade
A meeting is to be held this evening at H. B. Scott’s office of signers to the incorporation petition. The aim is to select trustees or a board of directors to name in the application for a charter. Trustees should be intelligent, active, and deeply interested to advance the society’s interests.
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Incorporation
Board of Trade
H. B. Scott
Court frees Mike Hennessey after assault arrest
Mike Hennessey was arrested on a warrant for assault on Carabin but was released when Carabin refused to prosecute. The incident prompts questions about intimidation as Hennessey’s allies note prior similar outcomes.
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Mike Hennessey
Carabin
Hennessey
Mike
Verdict Names Lewis Brown Guilty in 1874 Case
The jury finds the defendant known as Lewis Brown guilty as charged in the indictment and fixes imprisonment for one year. The verdict questions Brown’s alibi and notes the judge has not yet ruled on a motion for new trial or arrest of judgment.
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Gallagher
William
Captain Sampson
Lewis Brown
Madnér
Brown
Local News Briefs and Social Notices From Wilmington
John W. Merrill of Wilmington attends court this week. Frank H. Hall of the News and Miss Belle Moulton of New Lenox were married today. J. E. Frederick and bride returned home this morning from their wedding trip via C A Road. J. Overman, ex N D Dyer & Co., left last Wednesday night for Davenport Town to join a large boot and shoe firm. W. L. Fay, lumber merchant of City Michigan, arrived in the city as a guest at Michie Jr. I was suffering very much with mate at the time thought it advisable to rest a day
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John W. Merrill
Wilmington
Frank H. Hall
the News
Mias Belle Moulton
New Lenox
J. E. Frederick
Bride
C. & A-Road
Joe
N. D Dyer & Co
Davenport
Town
W.L. Fay
City
Mich
Michie. Jr
Ison Fee Debate Prompts Health Cost Comparison
A letter argues that a daily hospital visit costs over 1000 dollars annually, while a single Hop Bitters bottle could prevent the illness and save the year’s medical expenses. The writer asserts many people favor a present schedule visit at eight dollars.
Explosive Attack Fails on Imperial Family at Winter Palace
In St Petersburg the attempt to kill the Imperial family failed when a mine exploded beneath the guard room of the Winter Palace. Eight guardsmen died and forty five were wounded, the blast tearing a hole in the dining hall floor as officials investigate the cause.
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Imperial Winter Palace
Finland
Weekly Market Reports From The Jower Sun
No major change in local or foreign markets this week as buyers refrain amid bear betting and poor weather. Trade remains steady with adequate supplies, grain receipts scarce but prices stable, merchants optimistic and stocking up on goods. Prices listed include 88 cents for some grains, 31 and 83 for others, eggs 12, chickens 6 to 7, turkeys 8 to 9, hogs live 3.75 to 4.25, dressed 4.50 to 4.75.
Noel and Gonter Tie the Knot in Jackson
Married Feb. 18 1880 at 39 Broadway Rev A H Down presiding Ervine Noel weds Miss Addie Gonter both of Jackson in the residence ceremony
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Noel—Gonter
A. AH. Down
Broadway
Ervine
Noel
Addie Gonter
Jackson, A
Local notices and ads from Creevy's and J. B. Stansbury.
Mrs P M Judge recovers and resumes orders at 54 Jefferson St after moving from 104 Washington. Creevy's advertises cough syrup Buck Horn tobacco and various teas with weekly dates. P L and H Association forecasts 1880 prosperity as receipts sold in advance. Also listings for smoked fish, cod bricks, Royal mackerel, bakery goods, barber notes, and Sickson's Navy Tobacco.
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P. L. and H. Association
Jefferson Street
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State Temperance Reform Club
State Temperance League
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John Green
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Joe Nachbour
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J. E. White
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B. OC. Fithian
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Otto Stable
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J. EB. Overman
Will Sandsford
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Geo. Wade
E. Culbertson
John Henry
Geo. Dacker
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Mattie Butler
Ida Green
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Carrie Sandiford
Mary Washburn
Ella Stafford
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Minnie Goodspeed
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Delia Fay
Carrie McPherson
Mary Hall
Hattie Stanley
Carrie Williams
Lou Sehle
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Creevy’s
Creevy's
J.B. Stansbury & Co
Royal Mackeral
J. B. Stansbury & Co
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New York
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Mass
Fire
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London
Phanix
North British & Mercantile
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Lon At Fire
Don
Lancmhire
Manchester
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Old and Reliable
H.R. Knowlton
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