Spain Grants Mortgages and Rail Plans Across Cuba
Spain holds mortgages on Cuba amounting to 425,060,000 dollars amid efforts to restore confidence in the island. English capital plans a 32 million dollar short rail link from Sioux City to San Francisco. A neglected child rescued near Ashland on Christmas Eve reveals travel to Sparta for care at a charitable institution. State labor data show 32,448 fewer workers and 19,224,448 less wages in 1892 across 46 states and territories. Bryan argues the Democrats must return to their fold in 1900. A farmer, John Holatus, 42, murdered near Cedarburg. posse pursuit ends with capture. Gold strikes in Deadwood spark a rush. quartz assays run from 30 to 400 per ton. Hugh W. Price, Wisconsin-linked, seeks government appointment through family political ties. Beet sugar factory discussions stir Waupaca farmers. Menominee factory to start mid January. farmer institute planned in February.
The Value of Good Roads Argument Note 1800s Southern Paper
An illustration argues road value by comparing vegetable shipping costs on bad versus good roads. It details trips for 500 crates, horse upkeep, and labor, concluding bad roads cost over 10 per acre. It mentions Gov. Lanner of Illinois, his election victory, and marriage, ending with a farewell line.
Passes for officials spark Wisconsin legislature debate
The Minnesota or Wisconsin style debate on state passes grows heated as lawmakers weigh ending the long standing practice. Critics call passes de meaning and corrupt while supporters warn a cut could revolutionize travel costs and government perks. The issue centers on abolishing passes and setting new travel rates to benefit the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshfield
Bever Dam Man Finds Living Curiosities in his Home
A Bever Dam man, William Burr, possesses four small living curiosities of unknown name. The creature, about the size and shape of a hamster, sits on its haunches, sings like a canary, and nests under a bureau. Burr kept them outside before releasing them into a cage, where they thrive as a tame family.
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Iak
William Burr
Burr
Important Veterans Pension Circular From Wisconsin Adjutant General
A December 5 Wisconsin Adjutant General circular to GAR posts urges sending communications to the pension division in Madison. It promotes state help for veterans or their heirs in pursuing U.S. pension or back-pay claims, notes Wisconsin records are accessible, and offers free prosecution through the pension bureau with blanks for soldiers widows and dependents. The document also cites a house committee note on pensions dating from 1861 1865, outlining a grant of monthly pensions and age adjustments while clarifying terms for retroactive benefits and filing deadlines.
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Adjutant Generals Office
Madison
Gh A. R
Wisconsin
Adjutant General
Madigan
Wis
United States
Unig
Washington
Adjutant General's Office
Byreau
House Committee On
Judicial tenure debate and dress norms in court history
A discussion of judicial pensions and tenure contrasts short terms with long or good behavior standards. The piece delves into how judges should be selected, elected, or appointed, and debates whether accessories such as wigs and gowns affect dignity, independence, and public trust in the judiciary. It cites constitutional history and figures like Jefferson and references to dress conventions in historical court settings.
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Wallington
Judy Jefferson
Anilton
Jefferson
Tarrison
Fragmentary dialogue on medical acts and body parts cited
A garbled exchange references a surgeon, a liver, and a big toe with lines about observing minimum spectra and early risers named Dewite’s Linls. The text is incomplete and largely nonsensical, offering few clear facts or context.
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Lhal
Iif
Dewite
Menry
Wrecking and Robbery Follow Bridge Disaster in Alabama
A derailed freight train plunged 110 feet into a river after saboteurs removed a crucial component. Twenty one people were killed and four score injured as crews fought to retrieve survivors. Authorities vow stern punishment for the wreckers responsible.
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Brirham
Alabama
Business Opportunity Seeks Young Man For Profitable Venture
A fragmentary classified note advertises a business opportunity offering capital and a path to establish a profitable whole business. It mentions protection against loss by a first lien and references a New York corporation, Koehler & Co., and an address with sparse details. The readable items indicate a chance for a capable, enterprising young man with good character.
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New York
Koehler & Co
Rial
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