Treasury approves coupon payment on public debt
The Secretary of the Treasury authorizes the payment of bond interest due January 1, 1879, in coin or currency of the claimant’s choice. Registered interest will follow as schedules are prepared. Americans mourn Bayard Taylor with world sympathy, praising aPrinter from Pennsylvania who rose to distinction, evoking grand, romantic tribute.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Bayard Taylor
Bey
Pennsylvania
Morrison
Whiteside County
Ond Ceneraky
Cosmeron
Deane
Afghan crisis as Ameer flees Cabul amid English opposition
Tibetan? No. Afghan forces tighten around Cabul as the Ameer reportedly flees toward Balkh. His son Yakoob Khan governs the capital and may be more pro‑English. Balkh lies in Bokhara, a region described as nominally independent yet under Russian influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Afghanistan
Ameer
Cabul
Yakoob Khan
Balkh
Bokhara
Russia
Snow Fills Pines Boosting Log Crop Prospects Across Regions
Snow storms reach lumber areas as heavy falls in Missouri Kansas and southern Illinois. White River operators seek 125000000 feet and Muskegon buyers target 450000000. Reported ample snow promises more logs and strong wages, aiding workers and regional economies.
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Missouri
Kansas
Illinois
Illinoia
White River
Muskegon
Minneapolis
Hog product stocks rise in Chicago while profits shrink
Chicago reports about 145 million pounds of hog product on hand versus 66 million a year ago. Export from sea board cities up by roughly 50 thousand pounds, but the Market remains on a steady decline. Packers and merchants say little profit from cutting hogs and freight carriers note no money in shipping, leaving the consumer as the likely beneficiary.
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Chicago
Seaboard
Commission
Xs & Class
Christian
Jack Adams
David Young
Folger
Adams
England
Pitcairn
Norfolk
Bounty
Tahiti
Buffett
Gwin
Oena
Calaboose
Durance
Sinclair
Washington
Johnny Crapaud
Pomare
Tubiti
Pacific
Society Islands
Raiates
Marine Guard
Lindsay
Walt
Neal
Dr Bull's Baby Syrup Promotes Infant Health
An advertisement proclaims Dr Bull's Baby Syrup as a key to good infant health, describing it as a wellspring of pleasure for a healthy baby and noting a price of 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Bull
Thea and Death Trials Healings by Dr H James
An historic fragment describes Dr H James experimenting with Indian Hemp as he treats a consumptive case while death nears. The note mentions an address sequence and a ledger line with Osedigee Co. 1082 Race Street and a payment detail.
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H. James
Osedigee’ & Co
Race Trust
Py Pa
Visit to Hot Springs Arkansas in 1874
The writer describes the journey from St Louis to Little Rock and Malvern to Hot Springs Arkansas, noting forested scenery, rough farmhouses, and a shiftless air absent in Davenport. Hot Springs is praised for its curative springs, varied hotel rates, and a lively population, with plans to depart for Texas.
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Hot Springs
Ark
Epitok Moolivine Review
St. Louis
Iron Mountain
R. B
R. D. Welch
Moline
Carondalet
St Louis
Little Rock
Tttle Rock
Pilot Knob
Iron District
Fisk's
Ophelia
Uncle Tom
Davenport
Malvern
Diamond Jo
Steamboat
Ozark Mountains
Garland County
Arkansas
Ponce de Leon
Ponce
Desuto
Jevel
Union
Notes of a Cruise in the South Seas
A narrative recounts the voyage from Tahiti to Pitcairn Island aboard the Wild Wave. The crew rescue wrecked mariners, recover a boat, and describe Pitcairn’s mutineer history, settlement details, artifacts, and mission life including interactions with Tahiti and Raiatea societies.
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South Seas
Tahiti
Pitcairn’s
Wm. Gwin
Nukabiva
Pitcairn's Island
Norfolk Island
Bounty Bay
Bligh
Bounty
England
Society Islands
Jamaica
Timor
Christian
Fpitesirn
Valas
Dr Bull's Cough Syrup Ad Claims Safe Reliable Cheap
An advertisement touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as safe reliable and cheap with a price of 26 cents. It appeals to readers seeking inexpensive medicinal relief. The copy emphasizes affordability and trustworthiness for daily use.
Parents claim baby cured by Hop Bitters remedy
A Rochester, New York notice states a baby was permanently cured of protracted bowel rarity using Hop Bitters by its mother. The letter from parents at University Ave. requests readers see another column for further details.
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University Ave. Rochester
Consumption Specialist Returns Home at 518 Brady St
An 1878 Davenport Davenport Davenport notice extols Mrs. Kate Green’s recovery from long standing consumption after Dr Jierk’s treatment. Letters from patients and testimonials from Davenport residents praise the remedies and claim dramatic relief, with addresses listed for inquiries and further confirmation.
Unscrupulous Catarrh Cures Touted By Iowa Patients
A late 19th century letter collection praises Dr Keck’s treatment for catarrh deafness and consumption. Testimonials from Nelse Scott and Mrs Moore report long standing ailments cured after using the remedies. Other names from Rock Island Davenport and Rockford list improvements and renewed health with strong claims of permanent cures.
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Dr Keck
Davenport
Perry Street
Mus
Wristen
Nugo
Polipus
P. Sigier
H. C. Sigler
Osceola
Iowa
Dr. Kecx
Migs Nelse Scott
Fort Iaxenperts
E. W. Bray
Robert Moore
Ararelgia
Whisler
May Whirler— Starrh
Frank Barr
Sie Has
Klake
Thor
K Flake
Kicket
Rockford
Averal Marsh
Diabdetes
Sarah Wheelch
Bloomington
Mies Jeanie Young
Rock Island
Neler
Sage
Migs Harmiond
R. Marvin
Les
Dr. Keex
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Moline Review
THE
Texas
D. A.G
W. G. Nmorris
DR. Keck
Brady St
Twelfth and
Perry Sts
Kate Green
Tinois
California
Mia
Jierk
Dubuque
Hele Green
Minn
Clark Cuse
Davesrort
HoryeMan
Ato EB. Wucanr
Fireman
Chionge Sad Altca'r
Leach
Port Byron
W. H. Devore
General Banking
Buva
Cells
Hanburg, Anchor
National
Inman
Mitchell & Lynde
Bankers
Firat Nations Bank
Firat National Bank
Ill
Milwaukee
Wis
National Bank of Commerce
New York
Union Bank of Philadelphia
Penn Allen
Copp & Nisbet
Reupke, Schmidt & GO
Proprietors
Fourth and
Iowa Sts
Dr. Whittier
St. Charles Street
Goa
A. Ouulter & CO
Curcaeo
Itt
Hogarth Moora
Brooks
Aed
Speedy Ceed
Bend Steam Tars
Caaunrs
Washlagieo Si
Chisagi, AL
Circular & Portia E W. Zeic. & Co
Chi- Lawyer
Tegott
Fith Street
Louis
GitLuong & Raxp
Rost Eatate
Omeo
LD. W. Sickels
Eyeweaves &Co
Giinton
D. W. Sic
Blossburg
Lynde Street
York
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