Grover's Honesty and the Tariff Question Debate
A smear of partisan rhetoric argues that Grover Cleveland sacrifices principle for expediency on tariff policy. The piece accuses him of straddling protection and free trade to appease voters, citing past roles in the 1880s Chicago platform and later reform efforts.
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Leveland
Hia
Hie
McKinley
Ohio
Rhode Island
Henry Waltersia
Lytha
Cleveland
Sleveland
Gorman
Willisey Ti. Scott
St. Louis
Chicago
Watt J
Corinne
Seové
St. Tonia
Clavulord
Magwumpa
Coud
Lins
New York Debate Echoes On Republican Confidence
A fragmented political analysis notes Republican overconfidence and Democratic vulnerabilities. It discusses Mr Cleveland as a candidate and the potential impact of his tariff stance, Indiana, Illinois, and New England states on the race, with mentions of Harrison and party figures in a reflective tone.
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New York
Democrata
Siccesa
Clevonci
Jlarcivon
Damocrate
Alliuaea
Tgonvonrion
Iyons
Mr. Cleveland
Republicar
Gompother
Cleveland
Han
Ile
Finuness
Republickn
Harrison
Indiana
Steranecn
Illinois
Waaler
Tadiana
Obic
Thurman
Waa
Clevelacd
New Jersey
New England
Political strategizing in three-ticket era across parties
The article discusses how a third party candidate could split votes in southern and western states, potentially drawing Republican voters away and risking Democratic gains. It urges Republicans to secure their gains in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Todiam through early, focused campaigning.
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Poe
Hhe
Mmany Thousand Democrate
Ipouthera
Weatera
Bolt
Treah
Tala Cones
Houge
Lavel
Voults
Cleveland
Wichukon
KB Uaval
Wrijerby
Democratic tariff plank from Chicago 1860s protest
The text quotes Confederate era debate opposing federal taxes and tariffs. It cites Article 1 of the Confederate Constitution adopted March 11, 1861, denouncing Republican protectionism as theft and arguing federal power should be limited to revenue and essential defense while opposing duties on imports.
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Congress
Roy Braogh
Dume
Chicago
Washington’s Proposals on Duties and Manufactures
A fragmented historical prompt cites a 1739 address attributed to George Washington, arguing duties on imported goods to support government debt and discourage foreign competition. It references a public platform adopted in Minneapolis on May 10, urging tariffs on imports not producible in the United States, aiming to protect American labor and promote domestic manufacture.
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United Stats
Cuntye Wheington
United States
Minneapoliz
Political clashes echoing 1880 election stances
The passage recalls figures from 1880 engaging in national politics. It notes Covier Boier of Town backing Garfield and Arthur, with opposition labeling the force bill. The Waterioo reporter is cited, and Governors and reformers critique duties seen as protecting American labor while condemning democratic platform strategies as unconstitutional and fraudulent.
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Cov. Boier
Garfield
Arthur
Republican Party
Political rhetoric from New York Sun on elections
The New York Sun quotes shifting views on Southern state governance and the choice between harsh reform and Benjamin Harrison, warning that endorsing spoliation taxes could undermine democracy. The piece cites the Chicago Herald Godares on the topic, arguing such tax measures threaten democratic hopes.
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Chicago
Godares
Humae
New York Sun
Soldier vote in New York backs Cleveland critique
From My Cockran speech at the democratic convention, the speaker cites two heroes who led the Union to victory and says New York soldiers, about 25,000 strong, will not support Cleveland’s nomination, referencing 1885.
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Dlaseachusetsa
Goy Collina
New York
Cleveland
Sickness and politics mix in a stormy convention scene
A raucous scene unfolds as Gen Sickles rises among New York delegates, denouncing a vote and railing at party factions. The discussion blends party strategy with harsh critiques of Grover Cleveland and calls for restraint amid fiscal figures showing declines in receipts and tariff revenue.
McKinley era exports rise amid import cuts prompt debate
The article notes 107,939,913 more bread exports in the last 11 months under McKinley tariffs and an 81541,000 rise in imports of sugar, coffee, and twine. It recalls two indoor mining deaths at Coeur Alle mine and compares labor unrest to the Homestead strike, questioning political sympathy statements and campaign implications.
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Farlion
Coeur
Homestead Iron and Steel Works
Casar Jd
Tiomestead
Coming Power Electricity to Replace Steam on Rail Line
The Worcester Gazette outlines plans to replace steam with electricity on the New York New Haven and Hartford route, aiming to cut New York City to New Haven travel to 60 minutes on a four track line. It notes overhead power, specialized stations, and safety measures, plus a Baltimore B&O contract for electric locomotives to run through tunnels.
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Worcester
Muse
Worcester Gazette
New York, New Haven
Hartford
Clark
bin Rath Road
New York City
New Haven
Cod
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company
Shompoon- Hooston Company
Baltimore
Wight
Remarkable Old Stamp Sells For 249 In London Auction
An original 16 cent Mol davian stamp, once valued at 16 cents, fetched 249 at a recent London auction. The text also notes eccentric measurements about pyramids and termites, illustrating peculiar comparisons from a fragmentary report.
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Hes
Lanion Secently
Farm and Home Notes From Harper's Young People
The article discusses a poem about a gentleman and rumors of secrets, then transitions to Farm Notes with Mr. Lemuel Miller of Bluffton noting a song about cheries and an apiary near the plantation. It warns on fertilization timing, crop care, and cautions about crate feeding and sudden water changes in hot weather.
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Cherrius
Beem
Lemel Miller
Bluffton
Thia Plantation
Garden Wisdom From Early Writings On Home Fruit
The text discusses practical aims in a home garden with two main objects. First, to supply the family with what can be grown there. Second, to have something that helps sustain the household and can be used in daily living. It emphasizes variety and steady effort in cultivation.
Endly Harvesting and Poultry Care Tips
Endly harvesting advice notes early cutting to prevent hard grain and seals the crop in moisture. Poultry guidance from Hawthorne Florida covers feeding, water, grit, dry housing, and steps to prevent contagion and cholera using carbolic acid and clean water.
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Hawthorne
Fla
Linden Fur: Basswood Blossoms Boost Honey Quality
The Linden or common basswood yields a handsome tree with blossoms that produce excellent honey. Planted in parts of Europe for this purpose, basswood honey is preferred to white clover by many tastes and could create strong demand if marketed more widely. Some claim to craft extra good honey from basswood blossoms, though replication remains uncertain.
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Europe
Stenzes
Barrestig the Corn Crop
Farmers risk losses by leaving ripe corn in the field past harvest time. Weather and pests damage ears as stalks droop and husks open letting rain rot the kernels. Overripe fodder becomes wind blown and nearly useless for feed or pasture.
Too Fat Hens Curb Egg Laying and Feeding Rules
A reader asks why hens die from the root and fail to lay eggs. The answer notes overfeeding causes fat hens to produce few eggs and be prone to disease. Proper feeding depends on objective, with corn making fat and oats or wheat producing eggs. Regular feeding and balance are essential.
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Toa Wigebft
Early Clover Harvest and Curing Tips From A. G. Berzeb
Clover bay must be harvested early before bloom turns brown to ensure feeding value and avoid late-season losses. Cut after dew dries, avoid mornings, thin tall rank growth, and rake into windrows to vent moisture. Allow cocking for 24 hours, then open and bale by noon. Properly dried bay stored with straw prevents heating and preserves nourishment.
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G. Berzeb
The Household Selected: Moral Reflections and Faith
The passage presents a devotional tapestry urging restraint in speech and conduct. It quotes scripture and proverbs on honesty, silence, and duty, urging perseverance, humility, and faith in God to guide life, with exhortations to live honorably and renew strength through piety.
Prepare for Death as for a Journey and Enduring Wisdom
A reflective piece urges accepting death as part of life and a journey to the afterlife. It cites Saint Paul, Victor Hugo, and classical philosophy to frame death as transition rather than end. The passage quotes Hamlet and notes a London barber using a lamp on a pole as a symbol of transformation and light.
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Victor Hugo
Earth
Heaven
Montalpine
Hint
Socrates
St. Paul
Dia Ie
St. Louis Republic
London
Misert of Life in Morocco and Sultans Rule
A critical piece describing Moroccan governance under the sultan who maintains power by pitting tribes against each other. It argues prisoners are held without trial, wealth is seized through coercion, and justice is scarce while elites secure safety via bribes. The article laments lack of trade, roads, and unity in Tangier and envisions vast untapped lands near Fez offering Europe abundant agricultural potential for conquest and wealth.
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Tangier
Morocco
Stilus
Gap
Europe
Nagigade
Dhe Lebon
Fez
Ty Seeconat
Ateam
Sultan Pero
Watch Missing After Bedford Avenue Robbery Tale
Mrs Strebel reported her gold watch stolen after a daughter Emma allegedly pawned it to pay medicine for her dying baby. Corcoran of Bedford Avenue Station investigates, with Emma believed involved and a funeral display linked to the case. The watch remains unrecovered.
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Strebel
Mary Strebel
S. L. Strebel
Bedford Averaz
Wil- Numeburg
Rumboldte Trast
Corcoran
Bedford Avenue
Soma
Emma
Liube
Hinova
Heranse
Agriculture laws push farming education and cabinet status
The article highlights three key congressional actions to aid farmers. It urges reestablishment of agricultural colleges and stations and elevating the Agriculture Department to cabinet rank. It argues such educational bodies advance scientific farming methods and regional adaptation, benefiting agricultural progress nationwide.
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Congress
United States Department of Agriculture
Politeness begins at home and echoes outward
A fragmented lecture reflects on politeness starting with parents and family, warning that lacking courtesy at home leads to insincerity elsewhere. It notes the value of genteel conduct in all rooms and urges consistent refinement, linking common manners to true character before mentioning commencement origins and a remark about a man with a short head needing long legibility.
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Cockram
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Grover Cleveland
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Democratic Party
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Sali Texos
Ind
Jean Baliders
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Sandatet
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Live West
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