Advice on avoiding debt and prudent cash purchases
A 1875 reader advisory urges avoiding debt throughout the year with cash purchases where possible to gain independence and build a rainy day fund. The exchange cites a long tradition of frugality, noting benefits in personal finances and business stability. It includes anecdotes about printers and patrons, and a reflection on Andy Johnson’s early political career and post offices. Street lamps question leads to a quip about nightly use by weary youths.
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Witty Clippings and Curious Jottings From Old Times
A chain of fragmented quips notes Stephens passing a Washington undertaker, a warning of a sun collision in 1440 years, a vanished young lady puzzled by forgiveness, a Virginia City brass band playing deep underground, a Livingston county explosion, Pinchback delays and rotten eggs causes, all in a humorous lampooning tone.
Civil Rights Bill Faces Senate Vote on Equality Provisions
A House bill enacting full equal access to public accommodations and venues passes the lower chamber and awaits Senate action. Provisions impose fines and imprisonment for denial of services based on race or color, with federal jurisdiction and penalties outlined. The measure covers enforcement, juror eligibility, and appeals to the Supreme Court for review. The long list of Yeas and Nays shows broad support and substantial opposition.
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Field
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Gunekle
Hagans
Hale
Maine
New
Obstinate President in Senate Election Recalled
The New York Times notes Andrew Johnson’s return to public life in the Senate and discusses his obstinacy, faults, and enduring function in politics. The New York Sun argues for higher taxation to fund public misuse and reform, while news of Miss Spoon’s Wisconsin wedding stirs social chatter.
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Forgiveness of Injuries and Lincoln’s War Office Visit
A Missouri weekly editor recalls to President Lincoln that his paper first suggested his name for the presidency and asks for acknowledgment. Lincoln declines to discuss politics then departs to see Secretary Stanton, bidding the editor farewell with forgiveness. The piece then notes St. Louis moving to abolish capital punishment and establish a convict library with Patent Office Reports and Walt Whitman.
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Terms of Sale Admits Credit Over Three Dollars
Terms of sale announce a twelve month credit on sums over three dollars with a note and approved security waiving valuation and appraisement laws. Three dollars and under must be paid in cash. February 13 Samuel Griffin, Adm'r.
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