Kansas and national politics dominate a busy congressional week
The Kansas question is postponed until Monday as election results from the Territory are settled. The President's filibuster message goes to Foreign Relations. South Carolina's Picking is named Minister to Russia. Kansas Legislature in Lawrence hears Denver's cautious message, debating postponement until Congress settles the constitutional dispute.
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Committee on Foreign Relations
Senate
Picking
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Russia
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Denver
Missouri Democrat
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Ohio
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Hicks
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Pennsylvania
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Timon
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Chicago Journal
Scarecrow Boy Asked for Manchester Road Directions
A puzzled traveler asks a Scarecrow Boy which road leads to Manchester. The lad replies that neither road leads there yet a stage will take him to town in an hour. He boasts of his shrewdness, recalling contests with Badad and the schoolmaster at seven up and passing.
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Pacific
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Arrowsmith Hoax Debunked by Times Special
A London Times special correspondent exposes the Arrowsmith hoax as a mere fabrication. The piece notes that travelers deceived Arrow smith and that the Times itself was misled by the tale. The author questions motives and the piece’s sensational nature and origin.
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The American Eagle and Advice on Love and Parents
A rambling feature extols the American eagle as a mighty yet ironic symbol. It blends moralizing rhetoric with jumbled political satire and a tangential moral note urging young women to heed parental counsel in choosing a partner.
Confide in Parents For Guidance In Advised Steady Path
The speaker urges Omar to share his secret with his parents, explaining their deep affection and enduring concern for his welfare. They argue that parental counsel brings comfort, protection, and lasting blessings, and that honoring father and mother yields guidance as life’s milestones pass.
Judge Douglas and the Nebraska Bill in the Union
The Washington Union critiques Judge Douglas and his followers, urging unity with the Administration and Democrats to remove slavery from Congress and restore peace, while warning against hollow professed devotion. A separate incident at Cooley's Hotel recounts a Springfield Republican youth and a lady causing a scene, seeking a clergyman after a prankish liaison.
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A Fashion Hint for Ladies in the Capital
Gossip notes that a distinguished foreigner caused a stir by displaying a scarlet under skirt as ladies promenaded on the avenue. The fashion spreads across Europe with Victoria’s style from Balmoral, now popular in London and court circles. Alternate red and black flankers and bright under layers replace muddy silks, as ladies are urged to adopt gathered folds exposing a foot of color.
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Marriage of the Polycess Royal at Buckingham Palace
Royal personages are expected to arrive in January for the marriage of the Princess of Prasais and the Duke of Saxe Coburgh. Guests will be accommodated at Faringe’s Hotel in Bulgrave with a Queen’s servant in attendance and use of her majesty’s carriages.
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Princess Royal marriage celebration plans at Chapel Royal
The marriage of the Princess Royal will be celebrated at the Chapel Royal St James on January 25. Queen Victoria ordered three performances at Her Majesty's Theatre in honor of the occasion a tragedy a comedy and an opera. The tragedy Macbeth will be staged on January 18 with Mr Phelps directing. The opera Bal Pa Rose of Castille is at the Lyceum. The comedy remains to be chosen likely Shakespearean or Sheridan. Lady Churchill and Viscount Sydney are named to attend the Princess Royal during the London to Berlin journey after her marriage.
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The Corn Crop Woes Spread Across Indiana State
The corn crop injury is widespread across Indiana with reports of seed spoilage, cold damage, and potential shortages next spring. A reader from Devatur County warns of scarce germination and advises testing seed by germ end color and vitality. The piece also recalls mayoral and legislative notes, including Wisconsin and Texas references.
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