Not a Dollar More. Corruption exposed in Albany bribery tale
The article recounts state senators in Albany during Conkling and Platt's era being bought for five thousand dollars. A bribery scheme unfolds as a senator receives three thousand, slips two thousand to a colleague, who later exposes the crime on the senate floor. He returns the two thousand with scorn, showing the bribe was two thousand dollars.
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Conkling
Platt
New York
Albany
United States Senate
Senate
Congo York
Czar Establishes Institute for Nobles Daughters
In honor of the czars daughter a ukase creates the Xenia Institute to educate impoverished nobles’ daughters. The grand duke Nicholas palace is allocated for the institute, 400000 rubles is allotted for equipment, with ongoing annual funding for pupil support.
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Xenia Institute
Nicholas
Diocesan Confirmation Candidate Struggles With Ten Commandments
A colored woman seeking confirmation in the Diocese of Florida hesitates at the Ten Commandments. She completes the creed and Lord's Prayer with apparent coaching, then confesses she has not practiced the commandments lately, in a confidential remark to Mr Turpin.
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Diocese of
Florida
Vicar Holds Summer Service in Churchyard at Kirk Bradden
In summer the vicar of Kirk Bradden Isle of Man conducts morning services in the churchyard rather than inside the church. The scene features tombstones Runic crosses and visitors arriving from Douglas, creating a picturesque spectacle that draws worshipers who might not attend otherwise.
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Kirk Bradden
Isle of Man
Douglas
Engagement in Jealous Strife Ends Fateful Decision
A copper-haired young woman confesses to a confidante she nears breaking her engagement. She fears happiness with her partner as jealous rivalries erupt between Fido and the prospective husband, complicating their future.
The Way to Do It Print advertising for business growth
A poetic reflection urges prudent business practice through regular use of Printer's Ink to advertise and build a thriving enterprise. The verse underscores steady promotion as key to success.
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Richt
Ifone
Government Report Links Strike Causes and Managers Pact
The Nov. 13 government report to President Cleveland on the Pullman strike questions the General Managers' association and its lawful powers. It argues the association overreaches charter limits and cites military and police roles, urging a permanent U.S. strike commission and new enforcement measures.
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Chicago
United States
Carroll D. Wright
John D. Kerman
New York
Nicholas B. Worthington
Ilnois
Prest
Cleveland
General Managers’ Association
American Railway Union
Pullman
Pullman Company
United State
Interstate Commerce Commission
Tates
Republicans Celebrate in Denver Parade Brimming with Color
Denver crowds partook in a large Republican parade led by city and state supporters. Women volunteers decorated floats and helped drive turnout as banners, flags, and vibrant displays showcased party strength. Speakers on the capitol stand included Meintire and Roth among others, celebrating new voters and civic participation.
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Denver
Wyoming
Capitol
Meintire, Roth
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