Washington Letter from August 2 1884 on government plunder
In a sharp Washington Letter, Dom Pepro critiques U S government officials for widespread graft dating back to 1839, citing Swart and Fowler as examples and noting systemic book-keeping failures. The piece visits the House Document room, calling it a burying-ground for documents with few bills becoming law. It highlights Holman of Indiana aiding an abused postal worker and ends with a scene of Congress weighing naval bill outcomes and a tired page.
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Washington, D. C
Swart
Martin van Buren
New York
Fowler
Swaim
Morrow
Burnside
House of Representatives
Congress
Dante
Holman
Indiana
Jennie M. Hunt
Appropriations Committee
Willie Howard
Capitol
House
Logan
Hale
Maine
Stalwart Beck
Senate
Randall
Calkins
Dom Pepro
Colored troupe stages Othello with rowdy wit in New York
A group of colored tragedians opened in New York last Tuesday with Othello. The audience roared at Iago and Desdemona jokes while the actors performed with dramatic intensity, eliciting cheers and interruptions from the gallery. Critics note the humor and energy offset by the performers sweating during the climax, describing the show as more circus-like than a serious tragedy.
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New York
Iago
Cassie
Parquette
Roderigo
Tago
Othello
Desdemona
Can Democracy Soar If It Is So Sore
A writer muses on the vigor of democracy with sharp wordplay. The prose contrasts soaring democracy with the pain of neglect and duty, implying resilience despite strain.
Her Monument the Home Maker Honored as Sacred Gift
A detailed tribute to a wife and mother who built a home that functions as a private monument. Her refined taste shaped every room and object, drawing guests into their truest selves. Her hospitality and devotion bind family, friends, and faith in a temple-like domestic life.
Reckless Cowboys in Montana Retake Sharp Record
A Montana account notes swift frontier justice as thirteen horse thieves are hanged in a week with only one error, prompting reflection on public safety and the reach of Supreme Court balance in punishment and law.
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Mvcy
Montana
Supreme Court
Harpers Rebell Against Blaine Over Unpublished Book
A March 13 1883 Harpers letter reveals opposition to Blaine and explains they did not publish his book. The document is being released publicly for the first time.
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Harpers
Blaine
Knight
Cholera Decline in Europe May Avert American Arrival
The cholera situation in Europe shows a decline and experts say the disease is unlikely to reach America this year if current precautions remain in place. Early warning signs point to reduced risk for the United States.
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Europe
America
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Business Directory
United States Land Office
McCook, Nebraska
GO. L. Laws
C. F. Babcock
Orrice Howns
J. E. Cochran
Attorney AT Law
Mccook, Eed
Willow County
Neb
Lim
Government Land Office
Land Department
Washington
U.S. Land Office
Jennings & Starbuck
Attorneys AT Law
Nebraska
North Green's Drug Store
Page T. Francis
Red Willow County
Hitchecock Land District
L. Lee Johnson, M. D
Graduate Medical Department University
Tribune
Jefferson and
Madison Streets
Z. L. Kay
S. L. Green's
T. B. Stutzman, M. D
A. J. Willey
B. & M. Railroad
B. & M. Piarmacy
A. T. Gatewood
Mccook Hotel
John F. Collins
Dennison St
McCook House
C. L. Nettleton
Superintendent Public Instruction
Indianola
W. M. Sanderson
William McIntyre
McCook
Jackson Tubbs
West Dennison Street
A. C. Towne
Meccook
8. L. Green
Green
Adolpheus
Alicia
San Francisco News-Letter
W. C. Latourette
Red Vyyillow County
Big AX
P. C
Lytle Bros
General Dealers
Cerner Store
Citizen's Bank
Bd. & M. Pharmacy
the Citizen's Bank OF
First National Bank
Lincoln, Neb
Chase National Bank
J. W. Dolan
W. Franklin
W. PF. Wallace
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