Fish preservation as agriculture in New York county policy
The article argues that fish preservation is agriculture, urging state and local boards to expand protection of ponds and bays as fish pastures. It cites successful artificial hatching and stocking, compares fish stocks to livestock, and notes last year’s protective measures by the county Board of Supervisors improving public food sources and potential wealth relief for the poor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sewaland
Boards of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors
Jauchester Union
Why Ben Wade Laughed at Stanton After War Department Meeting
The anecdote recounts a confrontation between Ben Wade and Secretary Stanton in the War Department. Wade demands a promotion for a friend, storms the room, and finally capitulates after Stanton refuses but appears calm. Wade insulted, Stanton reportedly kept temper in check and later laughed at Wade’s outburst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Wade
Stanton
Briabin
Wade
Ben
Mr. Stanton
Mr. Wade
War Department
Wale
Stanton Hag
Tanton
Rise of a Soldier's Skull Wound and Long Decline
Narrative recalls Col Lawrence 8 Shuler of the 4th Indiana Cavalry who was struck on the head by a cannonball during the Civil War. The wound caused decades of illness, intermittent paralysis, and confinement, with a recent partial recovery allowing him briefly to be seen on streets of Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col
Lawrence
Shuler
4Th Indiana Cavalry
Arden
Indiana
Jeffersonville
Joe
Polis
Examination of horse legs guides purchase and traits
A horse is described by its legs and joints with emphasis on four good legs, firm joints, and elastic tendons. It lists so-called bad leg indicators such as carpal hooks and bowed knees, and explains hands on testing during motion and from a standing, cold state to detect stiffness and proper gait. A separate anecdote follows of a hungry, ragged tramp recalling misfortunes and occasional luck, ending with a coupon for a 25 cent salve sold by Richards & Schrbeck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griswold Street
Detroit
Richards & Schrbeck
A Connecticut Woman's Pets and Odd Household Animals
Mrs. Augustus Brooks of East Flat Brookfield Connecticut owns a cat aged thirteen that can perform on its hind legs, respond to orders, dance, and fetch bread or meat like a baseball player. Her year-old kitten mimics tricks and a hen cleans its feet at entry while a roceter cues scratching when asked how it earns its living. The piece also notes free reading rooms in New York face thefts including Bibles and paper racks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augustus Brooks
East Flat
Biddy
Putin
Springfield
Trey Stear
New York
Cooper Union 18
Wheat theft case and a comic alibi tale
The article recalls a Wayne County farmer accusing a neighbor of wheat theft and securing a warrant. In court the alleged thief presents an alibi via his young girlfriend, leading to a playful exchange about the midnight scene. The piece also adds satirical and promotional snapshots, including medical ads and daily chit-chat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne County
Detroit
Justice Alley
Cure for Bright's disease touted by Constitution Water
A Brattleboro notice recounts how a wife cured of Bright's disease by Constitution Water, with praise from William A Trevathan of New York. The letter urges others with kidney disease to try the remedy and asks druggists to stock it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brattleboro
Ncl
MerEssus Morean & Allen
John St
New York City
Bright
Isright
William A. Trevatran
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Buchlein
Connecticut
Sarah
Samuel
Dr. King
Richards & Sohrbeck
Pullman Poles
Pullman Company
Carter
Baltimore News
Arizona
Tutt’s
Tutt
Murray Street
Dr. Marshall
Dental
Perry Street
Davenport
Carters
Mal
Carter Medicine CO
Erie
Marner
Chicago
Lawrence & Martin
United States
Canadas
Rus Makison Street
Moline Advertisements
Moline Wagon Company
Moline, Illinois
Wis Coyle
Tn Oh
Arbour
Sue Wagon
Mark
Victor Standard
Wwe
Moline Scale Company
Bvd
Broadway
J. M. Christy
Chle Brat
Rock Island
Illinois
DR. McAffee
New No
Iowa
Bacaiehegy
iCure
Davenport Dene
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