Liberal River and Harbor Bill Appropriates Big Sums
Washington March 28 The river and harbor bill the largest ever reported to the house appropriates nineteen million four hundred eighty two thousand seven hundred eighty three dollars. It provides funds for the Delaware river Schuy Bill Monongahela Hers island Allegheny Michigan harbors and rivers California Oregon Ohio Licking river Ports mouth Mari etts Louisville Sault Ste Marie Hay Lake channel and the Mississippi river among others totaling substantial nationwide improvements.
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Washington
House
Delaware River
Monongahela River
Hers Island
Pittsburg
Allegheny River
Michigan
California
Oregon
Ohio River
Licking River
Cincinnati
Portsmouth
Ohio
Marietts
Louisville
Sault Ste. Marie
Hay Lake
Mississippi River
Senate reports substitute for Voorhees Montana bill
From Washington March 8 the Senate committee on territories reported favorably a substitute for the Voorhees bill to admit Montana. The substitute delays the territorial convention until 1388 and leaves submission of the constitution to the convention, with presidential proclamation upon receipt of certified votes.
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Senate
Voorhees
Washington
Platt
Committee On Territories
Montana
House
Helena
United States
Illinois case former winner kept seat in House report
In the House the committee on contested election cases unanimously backed Post in the Worthington versus Post case, ruling he may retain his seat. The chamber also favored measures authorizing bridges over the Missouri at Sioux City Iowa and over the Mississippi at Winona Minnesota, adding judges for territorial supreme courts and enlarging an Los Angeles building appropriation.
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House
Washington
Post
Worthington
Missouri River
Sioux City
Iowa
Mississippi River
Winona
Minn
Supreme Courts of Territories
Los Angeles
Railroad suit seeks vacating 1862 land certificate
Lind filed in the interior department to win a suit to void an erroneous 1862 certificate issued to the St. Paul and Sioux City Railroad for 180 acres in Le Sueur county tied to Boyd W. Randall who was driven from his home after living there more than 25 years.
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Washington
Lind
Interior Department
St. Paul
National Farmers Alliance seeks department of agriculture
In Washington on March 24 the executive board of the National Farmers Alliance submitted a memorial representing 14 000 farmers urging swift passage of a law to create a department of agriculture with a cabinet minister at its head. Also dated March 8 the president announced postmaster nominations for James C Froet Anoka Amos Cogswell Owatonna James Tiernan Howard John H Aldrich McGregor Thomas Francis Meagher Eorague and J H Woolworth to be register of the land office at Mequasha Wisconsin.
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Washington, D. C
Senator Evarts
National Farmers’ Alliance
Department of Agriculture
Wasninectos
James C. Froet
Anoka
Minn
Amos Cogswell
Owatonna
James Tiernan
Howard
Wis
John H. Aldrich
McGregor
Iowa
Thomas Francis Meagher
Eorague
Wash
J. H. Woolworth
Wisconsin
Mecasha
Public Buildings Bill Advances for Bullwater Site
Washington March 28 The public buildings committee approved a bill authorizing a new Bullwater building with an appropriation of 875000 The St Paul public building bill was debated but no decision reached
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Washington
Public Buildings Committee
Bullwater
St. Paul
Prohibition Hobby Bill Aims to Bar Interstate Shipments
Washington March 28 Mr Kerr of Iowa introduced a bill in the house to amend the interstate commerce law to stop railroads from bringing into a state goods that the roads within that state are not allowed to transport.
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Washington
Kerr
Iowa
Two Millions for the Mississippi River Improvement
Washington reports the river and harbor bill includes 2,000,000 for the Mississippi River project. Total harbor appropriations set to about 19,600,000. Dakota Agricultural College Lands: Sen. Davis introduces a Brookings Dakota bill to reserve 90,000 acres of public land for college endowment.
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Mississippi
Washington
Mississippi River
Dakota Agricultural College
Davis
The
Agricultural College of Brookings
Cak
Quarantine Raised Pleuro Pneumonia Notice
The commissioner of agriculture sends circulars declaring the pleuro pneumonia quarantine at Chicago raised effective April 1. Congressman Mills No Better reports indicate he worsens as of March 28 in Washington.
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Wasington
Commissioner of Agriculture
Chicago
Mills
Wasmington
Milisia
Curtailed Sports Report Looks at Tail Shot Season
A fragmented sports note mentions a curtailed season and a tail shot in progress. The terse text hints at a sportsman’s performance and a truncated schedule, with no clear names or outcomes available in the readable rows.
Miss Fellows' Indian Choice Causes Family Buzz
Homer Fellows confirms daughter’s engagement to Samuel Campbell nephew of Rev Dr Hurford and official at Fort Bennett. Campbell says he has slight Indian ancestry, denying sensational reports about the match and its motives.
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Indian Bureau
Washington
Homer Fellows
Miss Fellows
Dakota
Chaska
Samuel Campbell
Hurford
Episcopal Church
Campbell
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Fort Bennett
Insanity Ground Blocks U S Landing of Minneapolis Family
Collector Magone of New York bars Mrs. Mary Ann Magnusson and her two Americanborn children from landing after arriving from Sweden on March 13. She seeks reunion with her husband, a naturalized citizen, in Minneapolis. Customs official cites alleged insanity, noting Magnusson’s citizenship proof but stands firm on the decision.
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Minneapolis
Sweden
America
New York
Magone
Mary Ann Magnusson
Alaska
Minn
Magnusson
International Council session hears diverse women leaders
At the International Council of Women meeting in Washington on a Tuesday, Harrietta R. Shattuck presided. Speakers included Isabella Barrows on Unitarian women, Laura McNeil on woman’s influence, Isabella Bogart on St Lazare, Edna H. D. Cheney on women‑run hospitals, Harriett Morris on missionary work, Emily S. Richards on Utah’s Women’s Association, Amelia Quinton on the Women’s Indian Association, and Clara Barton on the Red Cross.
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Washington
International Council of Women
Harrietta R. Shattuck
Massachusetts
Isabella C. Barrows
Laura McNeil
Isabella Bogart
St. Lazare
Edna H. D. Cheney
England
Harriett N. Morris
Brooklyn
Emily S. Richards
Womens’ Association of
Utah
Amelia
Brooklyn Plans Monument to Valor of Brooklyn Boys in Blue
The Brooklyn common council approves a $100,000 bronze and granite monument at City Hall park. The corner stone is set for May 30 and the allegorical figure atop the 17 foot column depicts Brooklyn sending its sons to war. The project honors local soldiers.
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Brooklyn
Springfield GOP delegates gather for Keifer district rally
Springfield reports nearly all delegates to the Eighth Ohio district Republican convention attend a local gathering as Sherman delegates are pushed for. The event aims to influence national convention selections, with two presidential electors also in focus. At Chicago, the Madison birthday is marked with a Troquis club banquet for about 200 guests featuring Democratic speakers.
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Springfield
Ohio
Keifer
Sherman
President Madison
Chicago
Yankton Park Packing Sold for 30000 to Marshals and Capitalists
The Yankton Park Packing establishment was sold to United States Marshal Maratta, S. B. Coulson, and Pennsylvania capitalists for $30,000. Improvements of $10,000 will be made, increasing capacity to 2,500 hogs per day. Also, Mrs Agnes Allen Kissam died in Brooklyn at age 100 after catching cold during a blizzard.
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Yansxton, Cak
Yankton Park
United States
Marshal Maratta
S. B. Coulson
Pennsylvania
Brooklyn
Agnes Allen Kissam
Dyspeptics Can Take Heart And Easier Meals
At a New York Farmers dinner in this city, William C. Barry of Rochester urged that a simple method could remove indigestion. He claimed dyspepsia would fade as a result and reduce doctor income nationwide.
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New York
William C. Barry
Rochester
United States
Fiendish Parents Accused in Poisoning of Five Children
Hovastos Texas March 28 Sheriff Lillis investigates five poisoning deaths at the Sessoms residence. The oldest victim is about 12 years old. Drs. save four children as Mrs Sessums and her husband are arrested after she accuses him of concealing a man and he allegedly poisons coffee. One child dies.
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Hovastos
Texas
Lillis
John Sessoms
Sessums
Bank President and Cashier Abscond With Funds
In Ragicu North Carolina the bank president and cashier flee with all the money from the State National bank. In Augusta Maine Charles F. Stain confesses implicating his father and Cromwell in a Norfolk murder tied to a $1800 robbery. In New Rockford Dakota a mutilated unknown man’s body is found near Pony Gulch, possibly the Norwegian missing from dog dens, partially eaten by wolves.
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Ragicu
N. C
State National Bank
Avgueta
Charles F. Stain
Cromwell
Norfolk
Mass
Rufus Goldsmith
Young Stain
New Rockrorp
Dak
Pony Gulch
Dogdens
The Engineers' Strike hits CB&Q earnings
The Southwestern Railway association reports that the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy earned less than $1000 in through and competitive business between Chicago and Kansas City during the first two weeks of March. Analysts estimate the monthly gross earnings will drop by about $1.2 million.
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Chicago, Burlington & Quincy
Chicago
Southwestern Railway Association
Kansas City
Ecommon
Imperial Federation League Meets in Toronto Denounces Commercial Union
The Imperial Federation league held a Toronto meeting with politicians from both parties, including many from Ottawa. Commercial union was denounced as another name for annexation, while resolutions favored closer union of the empire’s parts.
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Commercial Union
Toronto
Imperial Federation League
Ottawa
Ottawa weighs 25 member Northwest Territories assembly
Ottawa reports government plan to establish a twenty five member legislative assembly for the Northwest territories with three supreme court judges seated but non voting. Paris notes De Lesseps reports Panama Canal subscriptions totaling 50 million francs received and authorize continued intake.
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Ottawa
Legislative Assembly
Northwest Territories
Supreme Court of the Territories
de Lesseps
Paris
M. de Lesseps
Panama Canal Company
Stanley whereabouts uncertain as Congo reports lapse
Advices from the Congo up to January 27 give no further news of Stanley and suggest he is far upriver. next word may come from Zanzibar. In Canada, Manitoba grain shipments to Ontario points via the Northern Pacific railway and Grand Trunk have the custom department withdrawing its opposition.
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Lonxpox
Congo
Stanley
Zanzibar
Toronto
Ont
Custom Department
Manitoba
Ontario
Northern Pacific Railway
Grand Trunk
Union Depot
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Northern Pacific
Duluth
Emperor Frederick signs bill extending anti socialist law
In Berlin on March 28 the Emperor Frederick signed a bill prolonging the operation of the anti socialist law. In Paris on March 2% President Carnot decreed General Bon langer placed on retired list. In London Hungary suffers widespread starvation with thousands dying in inundated districts.
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Germany
Bierliy
Frederick
Tins
Soulanger
Paris
Carnot
Bonlanger
Loxpox
Hungary
London Times Speculates on Cleveland Succession
The London Times believes President Cleveland may struggle to find a successor to Chief Justice Waite who will command equal respect. The piece notes political and judicial implications and cites public expectation of strong leadership.
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London Times
Cleveland
Waite
French Chamber of Deputies
Panama Canal Company
Col
King Harman
Ireland
Cape
Frederick
Faith Cure Mistake Sparks Brief Salt Lakerow
A Salt Lake mother, urged by her daughter, rubbed fifty cents' worth of cough medicine on the girl's rheumatic limbs. The cure was immediate, but the pains returned once the error was discovered, reported by the Chicago Herald.
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Salt Lake
Chicago Herald
British Efforts Grow Tasmanian Oyster Cultivation
The British government pursues oyster farming on Tasmania’s shores with reported success and ongoing discussions with local stakeholders to expand the venture.
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Tasmania
Opening Hours for Grand Army Dakota Encampment
Special to the Berusnican ReprieLp reports snow delayed trains and slow town turnout for the Fifth Annual G A R Dakota encampment. About 200 G A T men and 30 W R C representatives attend as the city decorates and hosts a court house reception led by Mayor Iunt and Commander Stackard. The Redfield band, Capt. Lucas, Col. Plummer speeches, and Mitchell’s five Rawson post members highlight events. Delegates march to the court house hall with Editor Cressy in uniform. Commander Allen calls the assembly and credentials committee is named before an adjournment to 7:30.
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W.R.C
Court House
Somrade
Iunt
Stackard
Redfield Post
Redfield Band
Old Shady
Capt
Lucas
Col. Plummer
Mitchell
Rawson Post
W.rc
Aberdeen
Redfield
Court Loase Hall
Cressy
Huron
Allen
W.A. Lyman
Vermillion
Dakota and Missouri River Flood Fears In Early Spring
Gen. Hi J Campbell reports one state fight dying as Dakota bills near passage. Sioux City notes rising Missouri River floods threaten Davis county and nearby lands. Gorges form at Cottonwood Hill and near Yankton with stock losses and settlers driven from low lands. Records warn of spring thaw damage seen in 1851 patterns.
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Sioux City
Iowa
Davis County
Nebraska
Missouri
Cottonwood Hill
Atlee Hart
The
Eagle
Dakota City
Jackson
Conniff
Elk Point
Dak
Jefferson
Yankton
Rumor Of Congressman Belmont Death Denied
It was falsely rumored in the city that congressman Perry Belmont had died suddenly. His Capitol clerk said Belmont instructed the affairs committee chairman yesterday to call a meeting for Thursday.
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Washington
Perry Belmont
Capitol
Belmont
Bondsmen Surrender Metropolitan Bank VP De Camp
John R. De Camp, vice-president of the defunct Metropolitan bank, surrendered to U S authorities in Cincinnati after bondsmen reclaimed him amid rumors he planned to flee the country.
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Cincinnati
John R. DeCamp
Metropolitan Bank
United States
Boiler Explosion Kills Engineer and Fireman in Conn
A boiler on a locomotive attached to a passenger train on the New York and New England railroad exploded at North Manchester, Naryford, Conn, this morning, killing the engineer and fireman.
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Naryford
Conn
New York & New England
North Manchester
Chief Justice Waite's Funeral Held in Washington
Funeral services for the late Chief Justice Waite were held in Washington with attendees from the judiciary and government. Mourners paid respects as the nation observed the passing of a senior U.S. official.
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Washington
Waite Ceremony In House Hall With Clergy Fellows
The event occurred today in the hall of the house of representatives. Bishop Paret presided with Dr. Leonard of St Johns and Dr. Mott of Ephesiony assisting, along with Dr. Bordine president of Kenyon College.
Q line switchmen hire boosts Chicago yards work force
At the Q general offices fifteen new switchmen were added, bringing the Chicago yard force to about fifty with a goal of 150 by tomorrow. Officials deny hiring from Reading, say additions come from Chicago, and Pinkerton guards were present. Thirty five switchmen quit citing a death of a fellow worker caused by a non-brotherhood engineer.
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CimcnGo
Chicago
Reading
Penn
Pinkerton
Moriarity Comments on Milwaukee Strike Prospects
James Moriarity, veteran locomotive engineer, arrived in Yankton from Chicago where he served two weeks on the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers grievance committee. He reports no imminent strike against the Milwaukee road, notes concessions after meetings with Roswell Miller, and says Arthur is willing to arbitrate while boycott on the Q cars continues.
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Yankton Press
James Moriarity
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad
Yankton
Moriarity
Chicago
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Milwaukee System
Milwaukee
Roswell Miller
The
Brotherhood
Miller
Chief Arthur
Mr. Arthur
Opinion Split Over Indian Reservation Bill Across Papers
The Cleveland Graphic notes a wide difference of opinion on whether the reservation bill will be signed if it passes into law. Some papers doubt the signatures, others expect quick approval. The piece mocks the situation and urges using Col. John H. King to rally the tribes, joking he would elicit the signature from all in twenty four hours.
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New
Redskins
Bishop Marty and the Indians
Yankton Press reports Bishop Marty being asked by prominent Dakotaians to help secure signatures of Dakota Indians on a bill opening the Sioux reservation to settlement. He agrees, saying his influence will ease the process and his assertion that opening benefits the Sioux will carry weight. He believes white settlement will pressure progress among the Indians and welcomes the senate’s passage.
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Yankton
Marty
Senate
I.i.u
Storm Forces Talk Of Underground Wires In Major Cities
Sioux Falls Press notes the recent storm aims to remove telegraph and telephone lines by forcing underground placement. Laws to require underground wires have lingered unread for years due to company resistance, but growing monopolies may now push authorities to enforce them.
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Sioux Falls
New York
Philadelphia
Republican paper joke quoted by Argus Leader analysis
The quote from the Argus Leader questions whether a local Republican paper hides a joke within a sentence. It notes embarrassment at needing an explained joke and comments on the paper’s jokey reputation.
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Argus-Leader
Republican
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Rheumatism Cure
Advertisers claim rheumatism stems from lactic acid in blood and that Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies the blood to neutralize acidity and strengthen the body, with thousands of users reporting relief from pains in back shoulders knees ankles hips and wrists.
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Hood
Lessons of Unser Fritz Case and Log Cabin Remedies
The piece argues that top European doctors fail to diagnose illness and endorses Warner's Log Cabin Sarsaparilla as a simple, effective spring tonic. It cites a Hartford hotel clerk's testimonial of eye and blood improvements and rails against modern medicine while praising old‑fashioned root and herb remedies for public health and wealth.
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Europe
Garfield
Grant
Warner’s
Warner
Philo M. Parsons
City Hotel
Hartford
Conn
New York Blizzard Rigs and Antarctic Attire
The New York Sun describes downtown blizzard preparations with oilers in full suits and waterproof gear. Edward I. Innitt leads in arctic attire, wearing bicycle stockings over walking shoes, rubbers, and a light silk scarf, while locals improvise with overshoes and gaiters. Many New Yorkers venture out inadequately dressed, frostbitten toes and wet feet blamed for illnesses.
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New York Sun
Edward
Innett
New York Atlantic Club
Noah
Legion
Republicans Must Stick Together Says Col Ingersoll
Col Ingersoll, a Republican, urges party unity to win this year. He argues discipline divides but intelligence within the party makes prolonged power possible only if all true Republicans vote together. He contends unity ensures success for the GOP over Democrats.
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Col. Ingersoll
Republican Party
Aberdeen movement exposed to Congress findings avoid apologists
The report to Congress reveals the Aberdeen delegation scheme including delegate selection, proxy voting, and signature forgery. Advocates have deserted the effort and it likely will not reach the floor of the Manse, ending the bid amid scandal.
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Grand Forks
Aberdeen
Congress
Tesus
Manse
Symptoms of Nasal Catarrh and Claims About a Remedy
The notice lists numerous catarrh symptoms including dull headache nasal obstruction watery discharges and offensive breath. It warns that many cases progress to consumption and asserts catarrh is common and poorly treated. A $500 reward is offered by Dr Sage's Catarrh Remedy manufacturers for a cure they cannot achieve, with the remedy sold for 50 cents.
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Dr. Sage
Mortgage Foreclosure Notice for 160 Acre Davison Land
The Travelers Insurance Company of Hartford issues a foreclosure sale notice for the Rudulph Litz and Elizabeth Hf Litz mortgage. The property, SW 4 of section 24, township 101, range 61 W, Davison County Dakota Territory, will be sold at public auction at the Mitchell courthouse on April 14, 1888, at 10 am. The debt recorded totals $657.30 plus taxes and $25 attorney fees. Sheriff O. O. Stanehfield to auction.
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Rudulph Litz
Elizabeth Hf. Litz
County of
Davison
Territory of Dakota
Travelers Insurance Company of
Hartford
Connecticut
Register of Deeds
Territory of
Dakota
Mitchell
Ac Mitchell
D.T
THE
Travelers Insurance Company
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