Convention Opens as Republicans Begin 1860 Chicago Proceedings
The Republican National Convention convened in Chicago with temporary chairman John R. Lynch of Mississippi presiding over lengthy sessions. Key speakers urged unity, a new party platform, and the selection of a strong nominee, while debates over roles and procedures dominated the opening day.
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Congress Debates Indian Lands and Rail Rights of Way
Reports from the capitol describe a dull session with few members present. A resolution authorized the Indian lands committee to investigate fencing and allotment near Cherokee Nation and the right of way for the Colorado and Santa Fe Railroad through Indian Territory. Bills on banking, opium trade, river headwaters, and public lands were discussed. adjournment set for Monday after extensive floor action.
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Wenton Ragiloat
Political convention scene with large tailed agenda
A chaotic transcription of a political convention with mentions of candidates and delegates. The report lists names such as Lat the people, Me Russel Of New York, and Mr. Taw of Ponneyl, and details committee assignments, resolutions, and motions on credentials and permanent organization. It notes adjournment after reports and a message about Oregon Republicans gaining legislative majorities and a Senate seat.
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BH. Broadhead
Mr. Pearce
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Women on Juries Face Harsh Treatment in Washington Territory
Fragments describe women jurors facing hostility and derision as they serve in territorial courts. The piece notes women’s reluctance to endure verbal abuse and mock respect, suggesting a broader pattern of gendered strain in legal proceedings.
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Young New York eater amazed by sixty eats feat
A remarkable young man named Charles Pedrwill, a dealer in fish at Fulton Market, completed a feat by consuming sixty items at a festival. He announced he would marry his sweetheart soon and return home. Local rivals Lesif offered no objection to his performance.
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Thomas Electrol Oil praised by readers nationwide
Letters from readers across New York Ohio Michigan Iowa and Illinois praise Thomas Electrol Oil for pain relief healing and quick action on colds rheumatic pain cataracts and other ailments. Reviewers include Read Fellows Joiner Durfey Rowley Deenbury Dart and Kolevrtra Oil as a remedy.
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George H. Dart
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Southern capital surge fuels vast mining and mill investment
The Baltimore Manufacturers' Record reports 855,504,000 invested in new mining and manufacturing ventures in the southern states as of January year end. Alabama leads in mining and iron making, North Carolina hosts numerous small cotton mills, while South Carolina and other states expand factories.
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Social clash over Mayflower myths fuels Boston New York talk
The piece narrates a social encounter between two wealthy women from New York and Boston. It notes a witty exchange about Mayflower passengers and steerage, followed by assorted anecdotes and advertisements from period sources, including medical opinions and patent remedies.
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Boston Traveller
Remarkable War Wristwatches Gift to Captains Declared
An unclear historical note details a Washington State Department purchase of watches to be presented by President Arthur to captains. It praises the gallantry of American women and mentions a War of 1812 era saying. The text also references Quick Vrain Tualrond watches and a factory in Wortirn, with scattered clues about payments and awards to officers.
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Magnificent piano purchase and assorted notices
A letter from Nathan Ford details the purchase of a parlor grand piano by Kruxon A. Jannotta and praise from buyers. The piece includes testimonials about piano quality, shipping to St Paul Minnesota, and related contact notes. The text also contains scattered notices on medical remedies, divorce rulings, and various advertisements with names such as Swift’s Specific, Nath an Ford, and J Morgan, and mentions to call at Third Street in St Paul.
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