How much money to start a farm in Kansas in 1878
A reader compiles real cases of emigrants in Reno and Hutchinson areas showing starting funds ranged from none to modest sums. He presents Christopher Walters, Zeno Thorp, M. W. Wampler, and Martin Carter with details on land, teams, buildings, crops, and debts. Government land rush and Brown & Brigger of Hutchinson handle inquiries as of April 1878.
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M. W. Wampler
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Martin Carter
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Brown & Brigger
C. Sterling
Beecher Tilton Controversy Aims to Boil Over Again
Moline observers forecast renewed turmoil as Mrs Tiltons confession is seen as weak. Loyal Beecher supporters pledge continued Plymouth Church leadership despite public doubt. Journal reports detail ongoing maneuvering, including alleged reconciliations and influence over Mrs Tilton.
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Tilton Beecher adultery confession sparks public dispute
Elizabeth Tilton confirms her accusations against Henry Ward Beecher, admitting long concealment after a bitter scandal. Beecher denies the charges in a Far confidential reply while Ira Wheeler and Tribune publish details of the letter and related statements from Plymouth Church circles.
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Elizabeth KR. Tilton
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Frank B. Carpenter
Ira B. Wheeler
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Morris
Price
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Wheeler
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Plymouth Church
Great American Desert Map Confirms Fertile West Settlement Tale
The writer recalls crossing a Great American Desert area in 1350 and notes lush growth since then. Wheat yields reach 20–30 bushels per acre and corn 50–60, with broad Arkansas river scenes and thriving communities along rail routes. New settlers from Ohio Indiana and other states arrive to farm, build mills, shops, schools, and churches as cultivation expands rapidly.
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Astonishing Fact About Dyspepsia Remedies
An article promotes Green's August Flower as a cure for dyspepsia and disordered fever claiming the nation’s health suffers from these diseases. It asserts rapid relief, cites millions of bottles given away, offers a ten cent sample, and says three doses relieve the worst case. Sold by druggists on the Western Continent.
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