Michigan and Pennsylvania Democrats weigh coalitions in 1882
A Daily Northwestern summary notes Michigan Democrats and Greenbackers discussing a coalition. Maine Democrats may back Greenback state ticket. Gen. Grant and President Arthur to Decoration Day events in New York. Pennsylvania faces five ticket fields: Cameron Republicans Independent Republican Democratic Greenback and Prohibition. Brancroft’s Works expanded with two volumes on U S constitutional formation. Neenah Times predicts Stephenson’s rough path in Ninth district. race may hinge on contest among Pound Stephenson Browne with no Democratic candidate named yet.
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Governor's Island
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Congress
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Hudd
Manitowoc
Stephenson
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Browne
Neenah Deaths and Fires Highlight Wisconsin News
The funeral of Mrs Harvey Kimberly occurred in Neenah. J W Taggart of Bertin died Saturday. Ten Lawrence University students receive commencement appointments. A forest fire near Florence destroyed logs and cattle sheds belonging to Sandy Morrison. A warehouse fire damaged A W Lawrence Co in Sturgeon Bay. Marshall residence at North Bay burned. Rev Chariton of Cadett faced church faction dispute and moved the parsonage. Carlton arrested for grand larceny and trespass.
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Florence
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Sturgeon Bay
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North Bay
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Cadett
Carlton
Occupation and health in the female mind and youth
A physician argues that constant mental activity strengthens health while idleness leads to hysteria and illness. He critiques middle class girls for excessive rest and maternal overprotection, urging purposeful work and engagement over rest, piano, or church duties. He notes country upbringing offers work opportunities unavailable in towns.
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Tam
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Guiteau Case Declared Final by Unanimous Court
Washington May 2. The lower court decision in the Guiteau case stands after a banc ruling denying a new trial and affirming the prior judgment. Justice Hagner discussed Maryland law and held indictment would be valid in this district. opinions reflect unanimous court views. Congressional notes cover NP lands forfeiture and Brady bail, with pension debate postponed.
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Washington
James
Guiteau
Hagner
Maryland
Judgs Cartier
North Pacific
House Committee On Judiciary
Northern Pacific Railway
Irish unrest shadows Par nell compact doubts
From London to Dublin reports say the Irish question deepens as the Kilmainham prison deal fails to reveal further details. Parnell’s influence wanes while nationalist leaders may rise, and coercion legislation faces watered scrutiny amid government doubt. Cardinal McCabe receives threats and guards tighten.
Railroads Bill Aims To Require Monthly Earnings Reports
In New York the assembly plans a bill to force railroad corporations registered in the state to publish monthly statements of gross earnings and expenses for the prior month. Reports would include outstanding bonds and stock, mileage where earnings occurred, and income sources, verified under oath. A financier predicts the Louisville and Nashville stock may rise to 50, with a capital stake anticipated.
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New York Assembly
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Nashville
Northwestern crops show early and strong spring progress
May reports from Minnesota, Dakota, and nearby states indicate an advanced seeding season, with wheat up and in good condition across the Northwest. Oats, barley, and corn show varied progress. widespread acreage gains in wheat noted along the Red River valley and Northern Pacific line, while southern regions report slower seeding and ongoing cold springs.
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Iowa
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la Crosse
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Arkansas
Texas
New Rule on Wheat Contracts Adopted by Board of Trade
In Chicago on May 22 the Board of Trade approved a rule to curb contract corners for future wheat delivery. Contracts made after June 1, 1882, are to be for No 2 wheat of spring or winter varieties unless parties agree otherwise, with tender of a higher grade deemed sufficient. The measure, proposed about ten days earlier, passed by viva voce vote with few dissenters.
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Board of Trade
Clark Day at The Turf Racecourse Amid Rainy Skies
At Lochiaville on May 22 Clark Day featured a grand sport program despite yesterday and morning rain reducing attendance. The first club purse of 300 dollars saw Jim Farrell win the heat by three lengths over Robt Bruce and Jennie V, with Barometer and others distanced, time 1 18.
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Jonnie V
Robert Brace
Quebec
Robt
Brace
Rott
Barom@er
Jennie V
Barometer
Mc Kennon Killing Mystery Deepens in Iowa
Fifteen-year-old Mary, who said she shot her father in self defence, is in jail along with her brother and elder sister as startling confessions emerge. The Daily Journey may publish a confession from the Kirla sisters revealing the brother acted to secure control at home. The case has created local excitement over motives and potential absolution.
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McKennon Patricide
Here
Mary
Caae
Supreme court upholds Johnson gambling law as felony
Jefferson May 22 report states the Supreme court has declared the Johnson law criminalizing gambling constitutional and issued a writ of mandamus ordering the Criminal court judge to try gamblers indicted by the grand jury. A letter from B J Sherwin of Concord NH includes a testimonial for Brown's Iron Bitters as a remedy he claims cured his aunt's illness.
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Jefferson May
Supreme Court
Criminal Court
B. J. Sherwin
Concord
Nh1
Pacific Bank in Boston Closes, Liquidation Planned
The Pacific National Bank, which had recently resumed after a suspension, stopped payment today and will wind up. Directors voted to liquidate and apply for a receiver. The failure is linked to lack of business and an inability to meet a $500,000 maturing note. Depositors are reported to be paid in full while original stockholders lose their investment of 2,000,000.
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Pacific National Bank
Suicide deaths in La Crosse and Belleville saloon keeper
May 22 reports detail two suicides. Louis Kaulfua age 20 in La Crosse shot himself after returning home intoxicated while confronted by parents. Theodore Tierheller, Belleville saloon keeper, cut his throat and shot himself after leaving his wife and domestic troubles.
Market summary from Chicago telegraph May 22
Wheat firm and higher prices with cash and May at 1.2814 and 1.287g. Corn firm around 7.14 cash and 7.344 June. Oats irregular but firm near 5.5 cash and June 5.075. Rye at 7.7. Barley nominal. Whiskey at 1.16. Pork stronger with July around 26.10. Lard firm with July around 11.45. Hogs receipts 22.00 active and higher. Cattle receipts 3,600 and prices up to 10.15, exports 7.75. Exports good to choice 7.20, common to fair 8.1007.00.
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Chicago
Uva
Tosettlad
Doctor Jas A Brown Dies Prominent Detroit Physician
Detroit May 22 obituary announces the death of Dr Jas A Brown aged 65 a longtime leading physician who served as trustee of the State Insane Asylum surgeon at Maring Hospital and pension examiner The disease described involves paralysis linked to spinal issues reflecting his professional focus and public service.
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Jas
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Maring Hospital
Marshall declines GOP nomination for congressman at large
Pennsylvania report from Pittsburgh dated May 22 states that Thomas Marshall via his son declines the Republican nomination for congressman at large. He does not reveal whether he would accept an independent nomination if offered. The decision on the regular nomination is definite and conclusive. the independent bid is not yet prepared.
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Pittsburg
Hou. Thos. M. Marshall
Griminal Post Office Clerk Arrested in St Louis
Julius Ritchie, a clerk at the St Louis Post Office, was arrested for stealing letters. The amount stolen is unknown but not thought large, and he has been an invalid for years with a large family. Authorities suspect the thefts aimed to supplement his income to cover necessities.
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Haan
Stia
Weather report from Washington and San Francisco
Indications show cloudy weather in the Upper Lake Region with light occasional rain and variable winds. Temperatures are steady or slightly lower as high pressure persists. A San Francisco steamer note says the Auk and Siokan Indian conflict is subsiding.
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Upper Lake Region
San Francisco
Bennett Estate Partition Sale Snares Major Sum
A partition sale of the Bennett estate in New York on May 22 closed with all parcels sold to Jas. Gordon Bennett. The total realized was $1,301,000, including the Bennett building on Nassau Street fetching $650,000. Incisive bidding characterized the proceedings.
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Bennett
Jas. Gordon Bennett
Nassau Bt
Suspected Dublin Murder Case Ties to Philadelphia Arrival
A suspect in the Dublin murder was identified in Philadelphia on May 22. James Finnegan, who arrived aboard the British King from Liverpool, was arrested or believed implicated, according to reports.
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James Finnegan
Liverpool
Dublin
Fire at Wyman Saw Mill Hurts Avery and Wyman Firms
A Grand Rapids special reports a fire in Wyman that destroyed C. W. Averys saw mill and stores, with losses estimated around 70 000 to 75 000 dollars and 41 000 dollars insured. The blaze also consumed 4 500 000 feet of lumber and 2 million shingles belonging to H. P. Wyman & Co and reportedly damaged Avery and Wyman stores and other property.
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C. W. Avery
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