The Burden of Drink and Duty in late 19th century life
The piece contrasts American habits with homemaking roles, praises women's domestic labor, and notes baroness Rothschild’s $100,000 donation for authors in Versailles. It laments illiteracy in Kentucky and rising Cleveland industry, while describing Texas frontier rangers and a shifting Republican outlook through 1868 to 1876.
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A Call for a Strong Independent Leader in 1884
The piece argues the 1880 Garfield victory arose from a fractured New York Democratic faction led by Tilden and Kelly. It warns future nominees must be independent, nationally focused, and capable of uniting factions, not merely brilliant or partisan figures. It stresses selecting a strong, patriotic, honest candidate who can secure victory without regional bloc support. It cites Hancock as a stronger man and condemns factionalism in New York as lethally weakening the party.
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Michigan legislature acts and vetoes shape late session
Michigan lawmakers debate funding for capitol room upgrades and land purchases at Traverse City. Gov Begole vetoes a fire and marine insurance act tweak while urging standard certifications. Lawmakers push a state land purchase plan, railroad study, and liquor bills as sessions near adjournment. The Pioneer Society meets June 13 14 and the state fair opens with strong exhibits and horse displays in Lansing.
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Legislature considers abolishing state swamp land commissioner
OUR LANSING LETTER from Lansing dated May 29, 1883 notes the legislature adjourned briefly and reports discussion of removing the swamp land commissioner as most lands of value have been disposed of. It also mentions railroad taxation bills and adverse committee reports on 14 bills amid ongoing activity.
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Shortest Verse Prize in Old Testament Text
Rutledge Publishing Co. in Easton Pa offers a reward for the shortest verse in the Old Testament by June 10 1880. If multiple answers are correct the prize is divided. Send 20 cents by silver not stamps to receive the July Monthly with winner name address and other rewards announced.
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