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Newspaper
Marshall Messenger
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1876
Page
2
During March 130 vessels of all nationalities were lost, with the larger number being British. Daniel Webster's plow, made on his Franklin New Hampshire farm under his supervision, is on exhibition at the Centennial.
Joan G. Meas, noted American railroad builder, has contracted to work Bolivia nitrate beds for twenty years at an annual rent of ten thousand dollars.
A six by nine foot silk thread on broadcloth work depicting the battle of Bunker Hill, containing 8,640,000 stitches, created by forty nine weeks of work, will be exhibited in Philadelphia.
The last report on Stanley the African searchlet is dated April 1875 with no further news. Postal irregularities in that region may explain the long silence and should not be taken as indicating Stanley is in danger.
Mexico shows a population around 9 million, about one fifth of the U S total. Its silver coin output nears 30 million dollars yearly, mainly sold in France and England. Exports approximate 60 million dollars annually, with the United States taking only about a quarter.
A 1764 edition of Goldsmiths Traveler has been found, challenging the belief that 1765 was the first issue. The dedication reads This Poem is inscribed to the Rev. Henry Goldsmith, M. A., by his most affectionate brother, Oliver Goldsmith.
The St. Luke's church on Isle of Wight County Virginia near Smithfield is said to be the oldest church edifice aside from St Augustine. Built as early as 1635 the roof was added between 1830 and 1835 after a century of rooflessness. Now used for worship with surrounding grounds for burial the thick walls and high tower remain strong.
The Minister of War proposed a law reserving a set number of civil service appointments for non commissioned officers with eight years in the army. Candidates must have good conduct, meet age requirements, and possess aptitude for the branch they seek.
The Philadelphia Record explains counterfeiting by preparing a paste on which the note’s impression is laid to take a clear imprint. The paste hardens to a stone like form. An electro type then copies the impression and notes are printed so faithfully that only an expert can detect the fraud.
The London Hour argues Erie Railway is bankrupt and sinking daily while NY Central prospers with ample capital and low debt. It contends eroding Erie credit harms American enterprise and England’s capital should fund healthier investments.
A.Bostow firm patents a carpet and furniture cleaning method using naptha. A sofa exposed to moths is placed in a large naptha tank, then dried and aired to evaporate the naptha, leaving the furniture looking as new with pests eliminated. The process is noted for speed and effectiveness.
The 22nd president’s nominations including Edwards Pierrepont for Minister to England Alphonso Taft for Secretary of War and J Donald Cameron for Secretary of War cleared executive session and were confirmed swiftly. Pierrepont to England and Taft to Justice begin duties immediately with Pierrepont likely to reach England before Winslow extradition talks end.
The London Standard says the Mediterranean fleet will rise to nine ironclads and 29 vessels with about 5,000 men. The Channel squadron of seven ironclads and 4,000 men may go to Gibraltar. Other items note political moves in Vienna and Basle, French amnesty debates, and unrest in Constantinople with Softas demanding Nedim Pasha’s dismissal amid alleged Russian influence.
The New Jersey Democratic state convention met on the 23rd with Hon. Chas Haight elected permanent president and officers from each county. Delegates at large named include John P. Stockton Leon Abbott Miles Ross and John McGregor. Resolutions reaffirmed the prior platform calling for return to gold and silver as currency as soon as practicable and strict administration. Adjourned with other routine items noted.
A long roundup notes Jeffersonville Indiana paying workers in coin for the first time in twenty years. It highlights civic enthusiasm for the current administration and mentions other items: Bishop Purcell’s fiftieth anniversary events in Cincinnati with gifts from church figures, and various political and legal notes including Busby's bonus suits in St. Louis totaling 35000, Republican delegates favoring Cullom in Springfield, Greenback nominating Peter Cooper and Newton Booth with Cooper declining, Iowa dental association adjournment, Chicago city council paying debt obligations, and a Kansas Democratic Convention urging no bank issues and greenbacks.
A collection of brief notices covers a funeral in St Paul, coffee shipments to Brazil, a Savannah Presbyterian session, a French German consul funeral escort in Salonica, the steamship Hudson bound for New York, and a centennial iron safe to be opened after a century under Grant. Also noted are Baghdad plague deaths, Natick embezzlement flight, Green Bay burglary, prison break at Fort Reno, and parliamentary activity on a post office appropriation.
In Atlanta the grand jury returned a free bill against the late state treasurer Jones for illegally withholding 110274 from the state. Jones was arrested and held to bond 19900 but has not yet posted. A man named Mayo, living in Boston, was killed in a separate incident by a fall from a carriage on the fourth.
Destructive hail storms hit Morristown New Jersey and Lancaster Pennsylvania causing damage to greenhouses fruit and grain. Scranton faced a fatal gas explosion at the Oxford air-shaft injuring four. Also reported were a major railway bridge accident at Hinkston Station and multiple crime and pursuit updates across cities.
The Virginia City paper notes that old forty-niners and others grown ailing in the wilds long to be carried to open air. Stories recount illness improving when moved to mountains or Lake Tahoe to sleep under pines and camp on the ground, while winds through leaves bring relief and strength.
A telegraph official explains how cables are strained by fishing boat anchors and heavy seas. He recalls moments when the chain and cable break under pressure, noting one case where an anchor remained attached while repairing. The contrast between lifting and sinking cables is highlighted.
A lecture excerpt from Appletons Journal discusses whether men should bow first when meeting women. It argues women rarely initiate, yet etiquette should adapt to ease sensibilities and avoid awkwardness, noting men typically recognize and remember acquaintances.
At a Boston meeting the Bunker Hill Monument Association found inscriptions marking key points were mislocated. Plans call for removing erroneous stones and installing new markers to denote redoubt and breastwork positions, Warren’s grave site, and the monument’s intended stand spot.
Prof Cornwall notes practical tests for kerosene oils to assess safety. A thin cup in hot water bath raises heat slowly while a thermometer is immersed. A fine blue flame across the surface signals explosive gases. Tests vary in duration and interpretation, with notes on how small amounts of naphtha affect readings and the burning test being less reliable.
A San Francisco Post excerpt recounts a naval officer's tale of a Sacramento Street Chinese merchant and his wife who teaches American songs. The dialogue touches on kidnapping fears and cross cultural plans to raise a German girl in white society. A Vir Finis trial section notes District Attorney Campbell defining a bummer as an egated foiner and recounts Putman found guilty.
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