Spain holds mortgages on Cuba amid vast debts and rail plans
Reports claim Spain maintains mortgages on Cuba totaling 425000000 with English capital near 22 million dollars set for ashore and railroad work from Stowx City to San Farnesco. A child found on Ashland tracks near Christmas traveled 200 miles to Sparta to visit children in a charity institution. state statistics show July 1892 employment and wages down sharply.
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Stowx City
San Farnesco
Amals
Ashland
Sparta
The Value of Good Roads in a Southern Paper
A writer argues that bad roads raise costs for a ten acre crop by over 101 dollars and eighty cents, citing trips, horses, extra labor, and rent. The piece asserts better roads save time and money, while referencing Gov. Taoner and a marriage to Yarowell in 1896.
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Gand
Hevoy Tam
Anti Pass Law Emerges From State Convention Platform
The piece argues for ending free rail passes for state officials saying the practice degrades integrity and fuels graft. It notes a Republican platform proposal to abolish passes and predicts a legislative push in the coming session to replace passes with paid travel at two coats per mile, benefiting the public.
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Marshfieldman
Mysterious living curiosities found by Bever Damman
A dispatch reports William Buer discovers a peculiar living creature, about mouse size with a long tail, singing like a bird. He finds four young ones in the nest and cages them. The animal’s origins and name remain unknown as it inhabits a room until approaches.
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Bever Damman
Willian Buer
Mike
Gaia
Bure
Wisconsin Pension Circular Urges Claims Aid From Adjutant General
A Wisconsin circular from the Adjutant General’s office urges G A R posts to assist Wisconsin veterans in prosecuting U S pension and back pay claims. It notes records are accessible in Madison and advises on blanks, restoration, and eligibility, including a 1801–1805 service pension proposal pending House approval and date rules.
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Adjutant Generals Office
Madison
Wisconsin
Adjutant General
Wis
United States
Lts
Washington
Pension Bureau
Adjutant General of
House
Mil
Naval Service
The Judicial Office Away From Politics Debate
The article discusses judicial tenure debates in state constitutions, arguing limited terms may harm independence. It notes voters previously electing judges and questions if long terms or good behavior better preserve high judicial standards. References Jefferson Burr and dress debates, including gown and wig questions for judges. President Harrison cited in Ladies' Home Tournament.
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Clark
Justiers
Washington
Armel
Jefferson
Waralltun
Burr
Hervison
Life Early Risers Read: DeWitt Quips on Liver
Elenry Heen recalls a humorous exchange about locating a liver through DeWitt's Life Early Risers. The remark mocks the idea of chasing a trivial clue, suggesting the ironies of early morning routines and stubborn persistence.
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DeWitt
Elenry
Bridge disaster in Brigham linked to wreckers robbery
A bridge accident at Brigham Alabama on the eighth inst caused a Guin freight wreck. Two people died and about six were injured as the boat and its cargo plunged into the river. Police say wreckers seeking robbery caused the disaster by removing safety measures.
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Brigham
Alabama
Business Opportunity Ad Seeks Earnest Young Men
An advertisement offers a chance for a young man with one hundred dollars to start a profitable wholesale merchandise venture. The proposal guarantees protection from competition and loss by a first New York corporation, presenting a practical opportunity for enterprising individuals.
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Coman
Ina
First New York
Sis
Mic
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Hugh L. Price
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Black River Valley
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New Mewlea
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Waupaca
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Menominee Falls
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Af Mlingis
Lucx
Wisconsin Central
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Greenwood
Pan
Moreniortt
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Ant
Ly Stevens Polit
Pti Rath Av
Marshfield
Pont
Chicago & Northwestern
Pravna
Wausan
Blind Junction
All Points East
Sable
He T
Henry Horn
Sextons
Len Wright
Gig Bakery
Farmer’s Home
Furstenburg
Prop
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Cental Ave
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ST. Louis House
Wisenos
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Cc. E. Blodgett
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