Republican nominee for state treasurer and army recruitment notes
Dispatch from September 16 1881 reports Gen S M M Baktey the Republican nominee for State Treasurer of Pennsylvania, a Cameron man who backed Grant at Chicago. It notes army recruit standards, officers ordered to Arizona, and local incidents including arrests in Mevaurllan and the closure of The Traitor Dr Thea church trial with a controversial verdict and implied punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. MM. Baktey
Romintee
Pennsylvania
Fis
Cameron
Grant
Chicago
Arizona
Thea
M.E Hures
Thomas
Mr. E.church
Eadlen
Eviction of 120 from Innisturk Island by British ship
A British man of war Merlin assisted in ejecting 120 residents from homes on Innisturk Island off Mayo. The eviction faced opposition from a landlord and the local authorities while ships and forces supported the removal in the Wind West region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merlin
Innisturk
Mayo
Phen
Fishrméh
Ireland
Czar Kisses Two Emperors Across Diplomatic Gap
The article notes a ritual kiss by the Czar of Russia greeting Emperor and Crown Prince, an affection shown amid tension as the two nations face potential conflict within five years. The exchange, described as absurd in law, captures a moment of ceremonial warmth between rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AthorpiNe
Russia
Zar
Uckj
Agricultural notes for September on grain access and repairs
The article discusses grain access delays and the need for repairs to roof siding or floor areas in a corn house. It emphasizes snugness as important and references American Agriculture for September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Amores
Haria
Unclear Fragments Highlight Social Commentary
Fragmentary text references names and social action with phrases about defense and worthiness. No coherent event or outcome is identifiable from the readable portion.
Policy on Indian affairs sparks public comprehension debate
Fragmentary text discusses current Indian policy and public understanding. The note suggests concern that policy has long-term effects and may be treacherous. no clear actions, dates, or persons are identifiable.
Public Enemies or Silent Allies in Indian Conflicts
A historical editorial argues Indians are empowered by U S government arms supplies, urging disarmament of tribes to curb frontier massacres. It condemns reliance on treaties and claims settlers bear the burden, noting drinking and anger drive attacks and calling for food aid instead of weaponry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ind
Hart
United States
Chicago Exposition to Feature Western Display and Races
The Chicago fair September 12 to 17 will showcase cattle horses and sheep from across the country and Europe along with fabric and machinery displays. Daily races will outshine any Western course and premiums total $50 000. The Inter-State Exposition also merits extended visits as Rock Island Road offers low fares to Chicago amid strong demand for space.
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Chicago
West
Europe
Rock Island Road
Great Western Metropolis
Mormon Army Embarks From Liverpool for Salt Lake
An 1850s-era letter claims 550 recruits depart Liverpool for Salt Lake City to aid Mormon expansion. It asserts rapid missionary activity, 2000 English converts that summer, and growing influence beyond Utah. The writer urges immediate legislative action in Washington to curb the perceived threat.
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Liverpool
Salt Lake
England
Utah
Washington
Inter Océan
California Kidney Tea Prompts Local Orders in Iowa
Daniel Waitson of Miles Station Iowa reports his mother found California Kidney Tea beneficial. A neighbor shared it and he asks for the value of the enclosed money. The tea sells for 56 cents a large package, sent postpaid by S Bigley & Co, Fairfield Iowa, with local druggists Wm Clendenin and Morris & Co. carrying the product.
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Daniel Waitson
Miles Station
California
S. Bigley & Co
Fairfield
Iowa
Wm. Clendenin
Postoffice Drug Store
Morris & Co
Keator House
Great Reunion in Bloomington for Veterans and Militia
Bloomington hosts a reunion of veterans and state militia units with parade reviews. Gen Grant Governor Palmer attend as guests of honor amid favorable weather and celebrations marking a well ordered, grand event.
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Bloomington
Astrac
Grant
Ernor Palmer & Dine
Advance in Prices for Lime Cement and Hair
The notice reports uniform price increases on lime band cement and hair with lime at 1.00 per barrel. Earlier season contracts were 60 to 80 cents per barrel. Cement increases are smaller proportionally but impact is softened by prior orders for current buildings. Builders fault lumber price surges to greed of Western lumber cartels. Chicago reports higher lumber arrivals since January 1 versus last year. Mississippi mills show large cuts, prompting questions about costly summer prices.
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Chicago
Mississippi River
Unclear historical notes on electric cures from garbled text
Fragmentary OCR passage discusses electric treatments and supposed cures but contains many errors. The exact events, persons, or dates are not discernible, leaving the historical substance unreliable.
Michigan Forest Fire Disaster Strips Homes Across State
A Detroit dispatch describes Michigan fires last week that devastated forests, crops, farms, and dwellings. Many families lost all they owned as winds spread flames, with hundreds of buildings and livestock destroyed and residents fleeing to the lake. Relief needs include lumber, provisions, clothing, seed, and money directed by Port Huron officials.
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Michigan
Detroit
Sand Beach
Paris
Delaware Township
Forestville
Sanilac
George Ferguson
White Rock
E. C. Carleton
Port Huron
O. D. Cong
Prize Essay Contest For Comets Discovery
A historical notice offers a $200 prize for essays on comets and their earth impact. It recalls prior prize attempts for telescopic unexpected comets, credits Dr. Lewis Swift at the Warner Observatory, and outlines entry rules, word limit, signing method, and submission to Rochester, New York by a stated deadline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Lewis Swift
Wiarner Observatory
Schaeberle
Ann Arbor
Mith
Swift
Prize promises value to agricultural literature
Editor Warner of Rochester Indiana states in September 1881 that the prize submission aims to yield valuable additions to popular agricultural literature, hoping the effort will encourage broader interest and practical results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warner
Rochester
Bucklow's Arnica Salve For Skin Ailments
Advertises Bucklow's Arnica Salve as best for cuts bruises pores ulcers fever sores tetter chapped hands chillblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price twenty five cents per box. Sold by Richards and Sohnbeck.
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Bucklow
Arnica
Richards & Sohrbeck
Coroner Morris Defends Duties of Inquest
Rock Island County coroner Wiiivar GG Morris responds to H Van Order on coroner duties. He cites statute requirements to report when a death occurs and to summon a jury for inquest, noting prior verdicts and asserting he will discharge duties per law despite opposition.
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Pilgrim
Chicago
van Order
Wiiivar
Morris
Rock Island County
Artesian Wells for Appleton Water Supply
Appleton Wisconsin considers artesian wells to secure a pure water supply for domestic use. The city council, meeting early August, invites proposals for a large capacity well with clauses for public water access, fire hydrants, and buyout terms. Proponents claim artesian wells offer purer water at low cost and could serve Moline similarly, with pumping if needed to fill reservoirs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appleton
Wis
Corporation
Moline
Miller
Parker's Ginger One Endorsed by Women for Quick Relief
Women widely endorse Parker's Ginger One, claiming it swiftly overcomes despondency indigestion back and kidney pain and other ailments common to the next generation, according to the Immortal Journal Bee advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker
Inmd Journal
Bee
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