Garfield Assassination Shocks Nation Amid Independence Day
Friday's observance of Independence Day was overshadowed by news that President Garfield was assassinated in broad daylight in Washington. Reports varied, but the nation faced a grim crisis with political fallout across parties. The piece traces reactions from Democrats and Republicans, notes bribery rumors tied to the White House, and comments on future political implications and leadership.
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Garfield Shot In Washington A Political Tragedy
A deranged ex Chicago politician named Charles Guiteau shot President Garfield as he boarded a train in Washington. The assassin, calm and unrepentant, declared himself a stalwart and predicted Arthur’s presidency if Garfield died. Telegrams of sympathy pour in while doctors treat the wounded leader and authorities await his fate.
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President improving after hurt as two to three weeks loom
July 7 dispatch reports the president resting easy with no alarming symptoms. Doctors warn full recovery may take two to three weeks even if condition holds. Separate notes joke about trust, fashion prices, and a Kentucky boy struck by lightning while playing baseball on Sunday.
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Slavery abolition and political turmoil across states
The era sees calls to end slavery in Egypt, debates over New York legislature deadlock, and party conflicts in Congress. Reports note vast postal card totals, bank failures and reorganizations, and elections shaping governors, cabinets, and House leadership amid a tense political climate.
Curious gun relic linked to General Joe Green
A Dallas area gun smith sold a Damascus steel double barrel firearm with one smooth bore and one rifled barrel. It bears the Lone Star, General Joseph Green’s name, and a golden eagle in the stock. The weapon features self deploying bayonet, hair trigger, and breech loading, with minimal recoil despite a large powder charge. It is described as a relic of Texas independence and its current kin status unclear.
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Duel at the Shooting Gallery in Bois de Vincennes
A shooting duel ends with the markman missing as his anonymous challenger accepts a single shot, then fires air to conclude the spectacle. Spectators marvel at the unsteady aim while plaster figures lie scattered after the display.
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Bois de Vincennes
Five Story Brownstone Bought in New York by Mary Anderson
Mary Anderson purchases a five story brownstone in New York and plans a shaded front bower for her father. The piece notes a daughter’s affectionate preparations before requesting a new dress, reflecting family dynamics and courting sentiment.
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Washington Gossip on Blaine Aide and Caucus Rumors
Washington gossip claims an intimate friend of Secretary Blaine has communicated with a trusted Albany agent about a Half-breads caucus on the Senatorial question. The piece critiques reformers turned policymakers, notes the year-end shakeups, and questions detective work in the Penagions office. It mentions potential indictments of Brady and Dorsey and cites Windomin and Col. Dudley amid ongoing investigations. Monograms on porous plasters for young ministers appear at end.
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She Does Her Own Work Declares True Womanhood
A critique of snobbish attitudes toward women who work. The author condemns class prejudice that equates value with wealth and social rank, arguing labor and character define true nobility. The piece denounces a mindset that measures worth by money and birth rather than virtue and effort.
Eddystone Light-House Section Fitted at Bodmin
On May 13 the last granite section for the Eddystone Light-House was fitted and dispatched from De Lank Quarries near Bodmin. The tower should be set on rock within a month, well ahead of the contract deadline. The old tower failed due to rock degradation, not structural flaw. A remark on hiring women for office follows, noting a hypothetical vacancy if a female sheriff visited a handsome man’s home.
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