Congress Speakers and Extra Sessions Through History
A survey traces the history of U S Congress extra sessions and speakers. It notes records for longest and shortest sessions, days in session, and states contributing speakers, including Blaine Colfax Randall Bell and Stevenson.
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New York
Indiana
Tennessee
New Jersey
Georgia
Maine
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Connecticut
Maryland
North Carolina
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Iowa
Witnels
James 1. Blaine
Malta
Hay
Schuyler Colfax
Samuel J. Randall
Johny Bell
Fennesser
Andrew Stevenson
Viveina
Hell
Torm
Henry Clay
Swas
John W. Paytor
Sr. Stevenson
John Rell
Timber from Surrey prison rafted down river to Helmond Virginia
Fragmentary report traces an 18th century lumber raft from a Surrey prison site via the Susquehanna River to Chesapeake Bay and on to Helmond Virginia where a tobacco warehouse was built. Names a Dr John Denison of Tupkiannock and offer of old river rafters and transport details.
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Surrey
Sunbury
Wyoming County
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Jahhy
Tlbty
John Denison
Tupkiannock
Wilton Jennings
Wich- Weed
Libby
Snagiolanta
Jerry Beery
Mehonnans
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Candy Man of Mexico Sells Sweet Meats on Street Corners
An article describes the street candy vendors of Mexico City. It notes the persistent sellers at fixed corners, their varied stock, and the appeal to children near schools. It mentions ancient Aztec fondness for sweets, Cortez era vendors, and modern carts and stands. It also advertises rupture treatment by Dr. Reher at Walnut Street, with pay-if-not-cured terms.
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Mexico
Mentean Herald
Cortez Tal
Vera Crug
Asters
Outsida
Markets in Chicago and Philadelphia turn mixed on cattle and hogs
Chicago and Philadelphia market reports show cattle and hog prices varying by class. Strong hog receipts and mixed cattle quotes reflect uneven demand, with calves and western stock cited at several dollars' spread across grades. Sheep and lambs also show a quiet-to-steady tone amid fluctuating prices and differing regional quotes.
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Chicago
Bueves
Wiley
Hloglgo
Neavy
Western
Milladelphia
Aytate
Woosters
Choise
Taubes Shastra
A.bo
Blowin Wegtornay
Atacre
Adm Smith Benham and the Brazil naval clash sketch
A fragmentary sketch honors Admiral Benham's courage and service in naval history. It recalls his stance during the Brazil revolution era, the St. Janeiro episode, and his role with the Washington and navy while the army sided with the Brazilian revolutionaries.
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Washington
Louis Blobe
Admirtl Brownson
Serinimages
Atorme
Gad
Stin de Janeiro
Liverybody
Waehineton
Hie
Renham
Benham
Schley Court of Inquiry
Brazil
Bargain Ladies Footwear Sale With Deep Discounts
An advertising listing touts genuine bargains on ladies shoes from Dorothy Dodd and Ideal Kid lines. Various LOT numbers outline styles, colors, and sizes with original prices shown and marked down to sale figures. Names include Dorothy Dodd Ideal Kid and Uncle Sam in high heel and buttoned styles.
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Dorothy Dodd
Ideal Kid
Blucher
Bal
Walt Golos
Dorothy Todd
Uncle Sam
Viel Kid Ot Colt Akin
Mat Esif
Union Stamp
Admiral Benham’s Bold Rio Mission Ends Brazilian Blockade
In a dramatic clash, Admiral Benham orders the Detroit to break Brazil’s blockade, escorting two flour ships into Rio. Brownson fires a waterline shot at the Brazilian battleship and, in bold defiance, sails around it. The Brazilian admiral surrenders at Benham’s flagship, signaling the end of that revolution.
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Brazil
Admiral Benhan
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Benham
Detroit
Potomac River
Navy Yard
Washington
Brownson
Grownson
Daga Batte
Rio
Euli
de Gama Mello
Brownron
Admiral Benham
Republic of Bragil
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