Democratic journals oppose Hayes commission to Louisiana
The piece notes Democratic papers in New Orleans oppose sending a commission to Louisiana, fearing a fact finding inquiry. Frank Jones of New Hampshire faces a contested seat over alleged bribery after boasting of a $30,000 election cost. It reports on various political comments, the extra session of Congress, and local newspaper changes.
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New Orleans
Louisiana
Frank Jones
New Hampshire
Congress
Andy Johnson
Des Moines Mayor Arrested and Fined for Drinking
The mayor of Des Moines was arrested last Thursday and fined ten dollars for drunkenness. Authorities acted swiftly to remove him from office and consider a replacement. The passage also notes political maneuvering and proposals involving Attorney General Deving Secretary of War McCrary and Governor hopeful Gear, reflecting heated partisan activity.
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Des Moines
Deving
McCrary
Devin
McCrury
Judge Day rival urged as Supreme Court seat warms
The piece argues Judge James G Day will not step down, facing a strong bid from supporters who claim his record on the Supreme Bench justifies continuance. It notes endorsements from Western and Southern District bar leaders and mentions Beecher's West lectures drawing strong public reaction amidst broader religious debates.
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Burlington
Henry Ward Beecher
West
Ling
Bread Tree West
Palpi
Tewa
Ant
P. P. Togatis
Des Moines
Beecher
Mr. Beecher
Brooklyn
Tus
Avi
Tilton
Dotang Hay
Lagalls
Michigan Hard Times Raise Laboring Class Woes in 1877
The writer notes widespread hardship in Michigan during winter 1877 with unemployment and reduced pay. He describes wood cutting as common work in southern and central regions, paying 40 cents per cord while wood sells for 73 cents to 1 dollar per cord.
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Dearerpress
Michigan
Bute
Wupong
Frean
Pine Forests See Extensive Operations and Low Wages
Northern state with railroads busy in lumber this winter. snow events lingered from December into January and February. The piece mentions a new temperance movement led by Deli A. Reynolds aimed at abstinence from all intoxicants, spreading through clubs and reading rooms as saloons decline.
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Match
Expuss
A. Reynolds
Atrinkers
Tuky
Cuterse Curtis Itsin
Board of Education Elects Committee and Plans Bond Vote
The MosviceLie Board of Education met March 26 1877 approving minutes and appointing committees. They discussed contract with Prof Moster for next nine months, authorized a bond issue of nine thousand dollars for a schoolhouse fund, and set a special election for April 9 1877 with ballots noting issuing or not issuing the bonds. The meeting adjourned to April 2 1877 with secretary M M. Mourtos signing.
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MosviceLie
Board of
CG. I
Wales
Wright
East Monticello
Uli
Phillips
Prof
Moster
Iaid
Swid
M. M. Mourtos
Seo'y
Coxsee and
Rigby
First Street
Mon
Heella
Jones County
Iowa
Suidistrict
Bonda
Ino. O. Duer
M. M. Mouton
Monticano
Hotel Cars for Chicago and North Western Route
Detailed description reveals a new line of hotel cars for the Omaha and California Route of the Chicago and North Western Railway. Four premium cars built by Pullman Palace Car Company are nearing completion for early spring use. Each car is sixty feet long and ten by ten feet, with twelve sections, a drawing room, a state-room, kitchen, and dressing room, all finished in rich woods and triple plated silver fixtures.
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Omaha Aod
California
Mie
Chicago & North-Western Railway
Bot
Pullman Palace Car Company
Bevidea
Creeden
Germany
Hotel Cars on Chicago & North Western Railway Advancing West
An 1877 Republican notice describes hotel dining and sleeping cars on the Chicago and North Western line. The cars will feature monograms, superior kitchens, windward chefs, and multiple staff aboard, serving meals en route without leaving the palatial cars. Service begins around March 1877 on both California Express and Atlantic Express routes.
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Royal Preaden
Chicago & North-Western Road
Chicago
Missouri River
Omeala
Kota
Chicago & North-Western Railway
Ceday Rapids
Lwe
Republican
Governor of Iowa race fuels editorial debate
The paper discusses the forthcoming Iowa gubernatorial contest and cautions against factional bias. It argues against discrediting candidates and notes concerns about a speaker’s stance on temperance and likelihood of party influence. It criticizes certain papers for bias while supporting careful investigation.
Pneumonia cures urged with German Syrup and Liniment ads
An old newspaper notice promotes Bosebee's German Syrup as a cure for coughs and chest diseases with three doses said to cure many conditions. Also advertised Centaur Liniment for humans and horses and Dr Hitcher’s Castoria for teething and stomach issues with claims of safety and gentle relief.
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Bosebee
Theo
Hitcher
Pencillings From LA PLUME Opens Society Page
Open to society news and original humor, LA PLUME invites contributions with anonymous submissions rejected. The column prints reflections on sorrow, faith, resilience, and light amid hardship, plus brief vignettes on daily life and a humorous note about a Cedar wife and a playful quip about lady printers.
Proverbs and Governor race tone in 19th century paper
A jumbled editorial mix mocks delinquent subscribers while citing proverbs about pay and righteousness. The piece trails into a discussion of gubernatorial candidates John Gear McD J Sherman Weaver and a plan to back uninstructed delegates to the State convention.
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Clenwool
Tfew
John Ho Gear
Hon
J. Wi
Buren RR
Sherman
Gra J
Oi Weaver
Gear
Jadve
Evernor
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Hayes
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Manchester Press
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Louisiana Constituton
Genera Assembly
House of Representatives
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South Carolina
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Supreme Lodge of Ancient Order United Workmen, of America
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Lowa
Norice
Guar
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John Gordon, Jr
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LA Plume
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God
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Willie
Lome
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Red
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Morocco
J. R. McClean
Skinner
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Rome
N.Y
Independent School District
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M. M. Moulton
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Lown
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Jefferson St
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van Patten & Marks
Brady ST
Davenport
U. & Internal Revenue
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Nba
Halie
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Raum
Internal Revenue
Oriwe
Washington, D. C
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Kahn Bros
Valises
Palmer & Paine
Palmer & Bonniwell
Waeon & Carriage
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J. KR. Stillman
Groesbeck’s Store
Marvin's Block
G. W. Birdsall
Monticullo
McCann & Chawford
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Moulton
Asvignee
Goodyear's
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New York
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Omestic Paper Fashions
Omestic
Omestic Machine
Omestic Monthly
Sewing Machine Co
Wunderbruifer
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Gedarst
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