Missouri's tallest girl Elia Ewing disputed as largest in country
Letter from T L Johnson of Scotland County defends Elia Ewing of Wyaconda Missouri as the nation’s tallest girl, 16, 7 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 569 pounds, after reports of a rival eastern state. He wagers $5,000 on her claim amid public debate about her stature. The piece混 combines to two distinct items: a tall-girl claim and a long, satirical cottage-and-politics column from Cape May.
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Kanaas City
Qet
T. L. Johnson
Scotland County
Ele
Missouri
Tims
Elia Ewing
Wyaconda
Clark County
Mise Ewing
America
Fashion notes from the Lexington weekly gazette
Furnished weeny to the Intelligencer by Captain J. C. Cooper reworder of deeds of Lafayette county Mo Abstract of the deeds filed in the office of Steworder of Deeds from Saturday Sept 27 to Saturday Octobr 4 ESO. Only such as contain covenanty of Warranty cons atmen. Then lists numerous property deeds and transfers across Napoleon Mayview Well and other towns with prices and lot descriptions. Also discusses ribbons dress fabrics gloves and slippers trends with references to Tlarria Bros 865 Broadway and fashion details.
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J. C. Cooper
Lafayette County
Hoofer
Sarah O. Fowler
J. BK. Shotwell
Mincke
Grove Young
B. L
Napoleon
Siete
Cele
Nellie Alex Denton
HL. W. Ploeger
Thomywon
Turner
Cece
I. Gruhn
M. Kevion
Bik
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John W. Kinzoy
James Powers
Aide
Jd. Nolting
Maggie Mec
Higeimsvalle
Saeed
Levisay
John Liverny
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Rome
O. F. Burton
T. i
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Thos
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Old Town
Williamson
Ks. A. Nahm
Mary A. Withers
Shelley
Ada
Lexington
Tlarria Bros
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America
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Lucy Catrer
Democratic Committee
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Wom. Young
J. D. Shewalter
Wa. Aull
T. J. Dullog
John G
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Wm. Young
J. DW. Shewalter
Wm. Aull
John G. Worthington
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R. A. Hickite
W. B. Wilson
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L. Ewing. Corder
Xeophen Ryland
W. H. Chiles
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L. Entog
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M. Chapman
T. J. Duling
Higginaviile
John S. Blackwell
Wm. H. Chiles
M.V. L. McClelland
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J. D. Conner
R. A. Hicklin
N. Wilson
Wellington
H.C. Wallace
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M. V. L. McClelland
A. C. Chiles
Jonas T. Ferguson
Alex. Graves
Wolfentarger
W. Whitsett
N. Witton
J.T. Worguson
Robert Hale
Pat and the Rebel: A Civil War Night Ordeal
In a war tale a drifter named Pat drills at foes in the night near a wood. He jokes of wearing wrong clothes to tell friend from foe and faces a Confederate raid with a jig and a pistol. A court martial follows, proving he nearly died for the Union claim, as officers weigh his fate amid danger and laughter.
Pension expenditures and army costs noted in annual figures
Expenditures for pensions ending June 30 totaled BPWIATOM. Previous year payments were 5744 779 11 and the year before 50 284 508 77. The German army cost is estimated at 91 726 293 this year, with our own army costs at 30 000 000 in addition to pensions.
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Bpwiatom
Mr Blaine on the McKinley Bill in 1890 letters
James G Blaine defends tariff protection in New England and Western interests. He argues the McKinley bill fails to open markets for wheat or pork and warns against harming bread and meat exports amid a narrowing foreign market.
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New England
James Ci. Blaine
J Ames G. Blaine
James G. Blanks
Letter of apology from Lexington correspondent
A Lexington correspondent writes to The Herald expressing regret for offense caused by a prior letter. He emphasizes his intent as lighthearted pleasantry, disavows disrespect toward the Go A. E. and GAR, and asks forgiveness from friends and readers including Powell. He notes no political motive and hopes for reconciliation.
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Lerald
Republican Party
Adam
Lexington
Go A. E
Herald
Mewre
Taubman
Raseel
Moreland
Wentworth
GALR
North
Republican
New York fashions and Democratic expulsions in Congress
Fashion notes describe English walking hats turbans and caps with varied shapes and colors for young women while New York Law lists eight Democratic representatives expelled and eight Republicans seated, shifting the House majority and shaping political control amid contested elections and claims of fraud and revolution.
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Compton
Maryland
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Virginia
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Alabama
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Chicago and Alton sells reduced rail fare tickets
The Chicago and Alton Railway is offering one way or round trip tickets at reduced prices for travel to Chicago during the seventeenth annual Inter-State Industrial Exposition. Tickets are on sale through October 16 and can be obtained by contacting agent S. A. Veumuiltoon.
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Chicago & Alton Naliwava
Chicago
A. Veumuildoon
Congress Admits Plunder as Pension Bills Loom
The New York Herald argues adjournment will relieve a nation burdened by pension spending, tariffs, and wasteful legislation. It attacks the Harrison administration as meek and captive to a corrupt congress, condemning pension, tariff, and force bill policies as robbing labor and inflaming tensions.
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Controversy Over St Louis Republican Convention
The Globe-Democrat criticizes yesterday's St Louis Republican convention calling delegates corrupt and the slate a mere purchase. It questions candidate integrity, urges repudiation of the ticket, and predicts Mr Prosser will likely be defeated to cleanse local political morals.
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Filleyien
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Death of Quantrell in Birmingham Heir to Missouri Guerilla Fame?
Birmingham Oct 2 A man known as W J Henderson long a resident of a widow's house died from a drunken spree. A confession by the woman before his death and surrounding circumstances lead to the belief he was Charles William Quantrell the famed Missouri guerrilla and outlaw. He admitted the name Henderson was assumed and claimed Quantrell was his true name.
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Ala
W. J. Henderson
Hiere
Chas
William Quantrell
Ile
Hemlerson
Quantrell
Bewe
Senator Hearst Donates to Ex Confederate Home in Mo
Major James Bannerman forwards a letter from Senator George Hearst of California to the Ex Confederate Association of Missouri, enclosing a $1,000 donation for the state home. Hearst praises Missouri veterans, expresses sympathy, and sends admiration for their war record and fortitude. G. G. Vest signs the note, lamenting not being able to attend Nevada to meet old comrades.
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James Bannerman
Ex-Confederate Association of
United States Senate
Washington
LD. C
George Hearst
California
Franklin County
Hearst
Nevada
Yella
G. G. Vest
Printers' ink wins trade in open competition
In a Grocery World editorial voice the piece argues that traditional prejudice and complacency fail against modern advertising. It urges salesmen to use printers' ink to reach customers via mail and promotions, noting persistent demand for value, credit, and persuasive messaging in a competitive market.
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Uncle Sam
Col Terrill Denounces Politico Chants and Arkansas Reform
Col Terrill national lecturer of the F and L A voices support for Eagle and reform in Arkansas. He backs keeping party politics out of the order and urges swift action against attempts to massage office. He notes Arkansas voters chose Eagle by about 30,000, praising his honesty and farmer appeal. He favors Eagle over his opponent.
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Col. Terrill
U.S. Hall
State Association
Arkansas
Eagle
Ben Terrill
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