Bill to extend homestead benefits to disabled soldiers
In a January 4 debate Hon D W Voorhees introduced a bill benefiting 198,000 veterans and widows. It would grant land under homestead laws to those on pension rolls for military or naval disabilities and to widows orphans and dependents of those who died in service, with proof taken before land officers or court clerks and patents issued like other public lands cases.
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D. W. Voor- Heel
Hlouse of Representatives
Voorness
Senate
House of Representatives
United States of America
Congress
United States
United States Land District
The Value of the Home Newspaper to a County
The Cleveland Herald extols local papers as essential to the community. It argues the home paper uniquely preserves local history, county and town identity, and detailed news unavailable elsewhere, urging vigorous local support and discouraging overreliance on large city papers.
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The
Cleveland Herald
Happy Hit From Huntington Democrat Panel
A Huntington Democrat quips about a pretentious Ohio man who drops his local paper for cheaper Cincinnati print. He is likened to a customer buying oversized boots to maximize leather for the money, illustrating frugal excess.
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Huntington Democrat
Ohio
Cincinnati
One Dime Offer for Hair Washing Formula
A publisher in Lanark Illinois offers a mail order for a legendary hair washing recipe that supposedly removes the need for dyes lotions or restoratives. The advertisement promises no poisonous ingredients and states the product is worth any price. Send one dime to receive the formula by return mail.
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Peison
Publisher Gazette
Lanark
Illinois
Legislative Summary January 16 Cabinet picks noted
Senate received petitions to repeal most divorce laws while preserving legal separation for adultery and to remove legal disabilities of women. Reports covered employee numbers, court timing, and a long list of bills. House debated married women contracts, promissory notes, rail passenger rates, and prison reform. A cabinet slate praised by the New York Herald offered Butler, Cooke, Clews, Fitch, Porter, Forney, Revels, and proposals for an Indian Affairs commissioner.
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Senate
Society of Friends
Sixth Judicial District
Superintendent of Public Instruction
United States
Jeffersonville
Supreme Courts
Boards of County Commissioners
Board of
Purdue University
Board of Supervisors
House
Judiciary Committee
A. P. Willard
R. P. Davidson
O. H. Wemakley
Tippecanoe
Simon Wile Ve
Shoeneman
Laporte County
Benjamin F. Butler
Massachusetts
Alabama
Jay Cooke
Ohio
the Treasury
Henry Clews
New York
Interior
Thomas Fitch
Nevada
Pacific
David D. Porter
Pennsylvania
Secretary of the Navy
John W. Forney
District of Columbia
Hiram R. Revels
Mississippi
Carl Schurz
Chas. D. Drake
Court of Claims
N. Y. Herald
Editorial Brutes and Debtors Told to Pay Up
An editorial voice rails at indebted patrons who owe for work and papers. It lists job contracts, subscriptions, and long credits, urging readers to settle accounts or face collection. The piece brands nonpaying sponsors as the target and pledges enforcement through public notice.
Aid-de-Camp Debate Over Grant's Use of Porter
Don Pratt comments on General Grant's alleged breach of law by using Horace Porter as Private Secretary. He notes precedents cited by administration allies, argues Porter may be civil or military, questions access to Senate floor, and predicts Democratic movement if the issue becomes public. He cites Republican infighting and duty to enforce rules.
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Don Pratt
Grant
Tam
House of Senate
Horace Porter
General Washington
Gen. Jackson
Harrison
Saylor
Porter
Gen. Porter
Senate Chamber
Robert Douglas
Capitol
House
San Domingo
Movement to improve Wabash River navigation debated
Hon. Henry S. Cawthorn introduced a House joint resolution urging Congress to seek an appropriation for Wabash river navigation. He noted prior efforts failed and argued the project deserves federal support, despite personal skepticism about internal improvements. The measure passed the Indiana House, year 69, nays 28, per Vincennes Sun.
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Wabash River
General Assembly
Henry S. Cawthorn
Congress
House
House of Representatives
Vincennes Sun
Colonial Secretary of State takes office and other notes
Colonel Norman Eppy began official duties as Secretary of State. A New Yorker notes Pittsburgh at night recalls open lid memories. Episcopal mite party set for next Tuesday at Hon. R. D. Owen's residence. Franks Botton visits Mt. Vernon. Various quotes on reading and advertising. Posey County Agricultural Society to meet next Saturday. Iron for Mt. Vernon and Grayville Railroad progressing. Vincennes Sun half sold to Dr. A. J. Snowas. new brightness anticipated. Weis & Kurner catalogue from Evansville Commercial College. Mrs. Cacit F Jones, daughter of Prof. E. T. Cox, dies after long illness. Wabash River rising restoring steamboat navigation. Milbrey and West Wind sail with Capn. Carry and Col. D. Owes.
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Milbrey
AB. Carry
Col. Air. D. Owes
Soiseausidags
Circuit Court
Posey County
Indiana
Fielden N. Mills
Laure Mills
William Ackman
Lucretis Ackman
House of Mount Vernon
Im Township
Aaron Lichteberger
James H. Laird
Public Square
Mount Vernon
Paris in the Grip of War as Prussia Advances
War dispatch from Europe notes Prussian gains across fronts and a beleaguered Paris under heavy bombardment. French resistance is described as heroic, but surrender is urged to end bloodshed and spare the capital from further destruction, with Paris expected to capitulate within days.
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Europe
France
Paris
Bridge Request in Harmony and Dietz Debut Highlighted
petitions circulate in Harmony Robb and Bethel townships urging County Commissioners to build a Black River bridge near its mouth on the New Harmony to Webb's Ferry road. The note notes its daily use and benefits. Also praised is Miss Dretz and Miss Linpa Dietz as rising dramatic talents with New York stage ties.
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Harmony
Robb
Bethel
Board of County Commissioners
Black River
New Harmony
Webb’s Ferry
Demorest
Dretz
Bravn elected U S Senator from Missouri in 102 to 59 vote
Frank P. Bravn, a noted general and 1868 Democratic vice presidential candidate, is proclaimed winner over Republican rival by 102 to 59. The page includes Demorest's Young America promotions, Indiana Legislature occupation breakdowns, and hog weight notes, all in a dense late 19th century newspaper style.
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ewGen
Frank P. Bravn
United States
Missouri
Frank P. Brain
General store switches to cash and exchange sales
A notice from Joan R. Hego proclaims a January 1, 1871 switch to cash and exchange business. She promises lower prices than on time and selection of quality goods, weighing goods at market price for country produce, and invites shoppers to compare stock and prices before buying elsewhere.
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Joan R. Hego
Invigorating Cordial Sought For Nervous Affliction
W F Marberry of Buffalo Ky asks Dr Crocp of Evanaville Ind to ship one dozen bottles of Invigorating Cordial via Steamer Phantom for his wife who has suffered a severe nervous affection. He praises the remedy and notes previous relief. Sold by Thrall Mumford in New Harmony.
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W. F. Marberry
Req
Buffalo
H. W. Crocp
Evanaville
Ind
Thrall & Mumford
New Harmony
Scandinavian Blood Pills and Purifier End Long Illness
A Logan Ohio area family reports a daughter with nine years of epilepsy and two years of St Vitus dance improved after taking Scandinavian Blood Pills and Purifier. The fever ended within five days and fits ceased for six weeks, according to a letter from Mrs. D. S. Root. Ad notes Crooks & Murphy as agents and directs readers to another column.
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Logan, Hocking Co
de. Ronacx
Crooks & Murphy
Death of Mrs Cecil F Jones in Indianapolis at age 21
Mrs Cecil F Jones, wife of Dr A B Jones and eldest daughter of Prof Edward T Cox State Geologist, died in Indianapolis after a long illness on Tuesday January 17 1871 at the age of 21.
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Jones
Indianapolis
Cecil F
A. B. Jones
Edward T. Cox
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the Register
W.slater
V.p. Bennett
Slater & Bennett
Norman Eppy
M. T. Carnahan
Sar
Pittsburgh
R. D. Owen
Frank D. Botton, Esq
Mt. Vernon
Cuarves Reape
Sap
Cage Scuunz
United States Senate
Horack Greeley
Sax
Posey County Agricultural Society
Mt. Vernon and
Grayville
A. J. Snowas
Knox's
Rise
Taosas
Messrs. Weis & Kurner
Evansville
Messrs. Weis & Kiiner
Young America
W. Jennings Demorest
Broadway
Boonville Enquirer
J.W. Rawlings
Aving
Feil & Kimmerling
Thrall & Mumford’s
James W. Rawlings
Howe
Howsap Association
Box P
Philadelphia
Notary Public
N.w.f.e.and
L. C
New Harmony Fire Engine and Hook and Ladder Company
W. Baldwin, Jr
J.T. Huago
Sec’y
Antene Thrall & Mumford
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